Developing PAI Learning Assessment through Kahoot: The Impact of Training on Madrasah ‎Ibtidaiyah Teachers in Sambas District

Abstract

The rapid advancement of digital technology has transformed various aspects of education, including learning assessment. However, most Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah continue to rely on conventional paper-based assessments, which are often less effective in enhancing students' learning motivation. This condition highlights the need to strengthen teachers' competencies in utilizing technology-based assessment tools. This Community Service Program (Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat, PKM) aimed to improve the competencies of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah teachers in Sambas District through training on the use of the Kahoot application as a learning assessment tool for Islamic Religious Education. The program employed a participatory training approach consisting of needs assessment, workshops, hands-on practice, mentoring, and evaluation. The participants were 30 Islamic Religious Education teachers selected through purposive sampling. The effectiveness of the training was evaluated using pre-test and post-test questionnaires with established validity and reliability. The findings revealed a statistically significant improvement in teachers' competencies, with the mean score increasing from 65 to 85 (p = 0.002). In addition, participants demonstrated high enthusiasm in developing Kahoot-based assessments and successfully implemented the platform in Islamic Religious Education learning activities. These findings indicate that Kahoot training is effective in enhancing teachers' competencies in designing digital learning assessments and is therefore recommended as a professional development program for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah teachers.