Deputy Minister Inspects Digital Learning Implementation in Tanjungpinang

Tanjungpinang (ANTARA) - Deputy Minister of Primary and Secondary Education (Wamendikdasmen) Atip Latipulhayat reviewed the implementation of learning digitalisation through the use of Digital Interactive Boards (PID) at SMP Negeri 16 in Tanjungpinang, Riau Islands Province.

“The digitalisation of learning is part of the realisation of the government’s programme to deliver a learning process that is faster, more effective, and capable of improving students’ understanding,” he said during his visit to SMPN 16 Tanjungpinang on Friday.

During the visit, he entered the students’ classrooms to observe directly how the PID was being applied at the school.

According to him, learning has shifted from merely delivering material towards a more tangible learning experience.

Through the PID, he said, students do not only listen to the teacher’s explanations but can also see visualisations of various learning concepts directly, making it easier to understand the material and relate it to everyday life.

“In the past, teachers only explained; now learning has shifted from explanations towards presence. Children no longer just listen, but also see, observe, and understand concepts in a more real way,” he said.

As a result, learning no longer stops at memorisation but encourages conceptual understanding and critical thinking skills.

Yolanda, a Biology teacher at SMP Negeri 16 Tanjungpinang, said the use of PID has brought major changes to the learning process.

She noted that material that was previously difficult to explain can now be visualised, making it easier for students to understand.

She gave the example of studying the solar system, where students cannot possibly observe planets directly. However, through the digital interactive board, they can explore space virtually.

The same applies to biology material on cells, which cannot be observed with the naked eye. With the help of three-dimensional visualisation, objects can be rotated, enlarged, and observed from various angles, making abstract concepts more concrete.

In addition, the use of digital learning media has boosted students’ motivation to learn. Even students who are usually passive in class are now more confident about coming forward when the teacher gives quizzes through the interactive board.

“This shows that interactive learning media can increase self-confidence while also making them more enthusiastic about learning,” she said.