An Analysis of Students^ Perceptions of Market Day Activities in Fostering an Entrepreneurial Spirit from an Early Age in Elementary School Annisa Amelia Setiawan (a), Tia Citra Bayuni (b*), Bramianto Setiawan (c), Maha Putra (d), Arzeinia Salsabila Darmawan (e), Linda Novi Ardana (f), Putri Kirana (g), Septia Nurlaela (h)
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Abstract
Market day activities are one of the contextual learning initiatives that can foster an entrepreneurial spirit from an early age among elementary school students. This study analyzes students^ perceptions of market day activities in fostering an entrepreneurial spirit from an early age in elementary school through a quantitative approach using a survey method. Data collection was conducted using a 4-point Likert scale questionnaire covering several indicators, namely students^ interest and enthusiasm, understanding of entrepreneurial concepts, creativity and innovation, responsibility and independence, as well as communication and cooperation skills among students. The study sample consisted of 50 fifth-grade elementary school students in Bekasi Regency. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics by calculating the mean to interpret trends in respondents^ answers. The research results showed good performance across all indicators: student interest and enthusiasm reached 80.13%, understanding of entrepreneurial concepts was 86.38%, creativity and innovation were 81.25%, responsibility and independence were 85.75%, and communication and collaboration skills among students were 81.75%. These data indicate that Market Day is effective as a means of experiential learning to internalize entrepreneurial values. This study underscores the importance of integrating entrepreneurship programs into the core curriculum to foster students^ independent and competitive character.
