TUMBUHKAN KREATIVITAS ANAK SEKOLAH DASAR ISLAM TERPADU MUTIARA INSANI MELALUI PENGGUNAAN APLIKASI PICTOBLOK PADA ROBOT MOBILE

Abstract

Integrated Islamic Elementary School (SDIT) Mutiara Insani is an educational institution located in Batam City. As a school with an integrated concept, SDIT Mutiara Insani combines general education with Islamic religious education, aiming to shape students who are not only excellent in knowledge but also possess noble character. SDIT Mutiara Insani offers adequate educational facilities, including comfortable classrooms, a library, a computer lab, and a prayer room. However, in this rapidly advancing digital era, the need for modern educational technology tools has become increasingly urgent. Access to devices such as computers and the internet is available, but the use of interactive technology like mobile robots and innovative learning applications is still limited. Early childhood education, especially at the elementary school level, requires an innovative and engaging approach to enhance cognitive skills and creativity. One effective method is through the use of interactive technology, such as mobile robots equipped with the Pictoblox application. This PKM activity has generally succeeded in fostering the creativity of SDIT Mutiara Insani students through robotic programming using PictoBlox. However, challenges such as limited devices and time indicate the need for further support in the form of additional facilities and increased time allocation.