Implementing AI and Deep Learning to Improve Teacher Competence in Elementary Education: A Case Study in Papua

Ria Ristiani; Chelsi Yuliana; Sukmawati; Hidayah; Tiffany Shahnaz Rusli; Aprida Boby

doi:10.35568/abdimas.v9i2.7903

Authors

Ria Ristiani Primary School Teacher Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Indonesia
Chelsi Yuliana Primary School Teacher Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Indonesia
Sukmawati Primary School Teacher Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Indonesia
Hidayah Primary School Teacher Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Indonesia
Tiffany Shahnaz Rusli Primary School Teacher Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Indonesia
Aprida Boby Primary School Teacher Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35568/abdimas.v9i2.7903

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning, Teacher Competence , innovative learning, elementary education , Papua

Abstract

This study aims to enhance teacher competence in implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deep Learning as innovative learning tools at SD Inpres Koya Tengah, Jayapura. A Participatory Action Research approach combined with competency-based training was applied, involving 15 teachers. The program consisted of needs assessment, material development, training and mentoring, and evaluation. Data were collected using pre-test and post-test instruments and analyzed using paired sample t-test and qualitative triangulation. The results show a significant improvement in teacher competence, with an average increase of 30.8 points and a significance level below 0.05. The highest improvement was observed in understanding Deep Learning (+40 points). The program effectively supported the transition toward digital learning environments and strengthened teacher readiness to implement the Merdeka Curriculum.

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