Empowering Teachers at SMPN 21 Palu through Participatory Training in Developing Interactive Flipbook-Based Learning Media Integrated with Generative AI: Pemberdayaan Guru SMPN 21 Palu Melalui Pelatihan Partisipatif Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Flipbook dan AI Generatif

Abdul Kamaruddin; Nadrun Nadrun; Abdullah Gusti Efendi; Novita Pratiwi

doi:10.35877/454RI.mattawang5483

Mattawang: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat

Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026) · 2026-11-04

OriginalPaper | Open access | Published: November 4, 2026

Empowering Teachers at SMPN 21 Palu through Participatory Training in Developing Interactive Flipbook-Based Learning Media Integrated with Generative AI

Pemberdayaan Guru SMPN 21 Palu Melalui Pelatihan Partisipatif Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Flipbook dan AI Generatif

Abdul Kamaruddin, Nadrun, Gusti, Novita

Mattawang: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat, Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026) https://doi.org/10.35877/454RI.mattawang5483 Published: 2026-11-04

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Abstract

Digital transformation requires teachers to design interactive learning media for Generation Z, yet classroom projectors at SMPN 21 Palu are mostly used for static presentations. This community service program aimed to strengthen teachers’ technical skills and confidence in developing interactive flipbook-based learning media supported by generative artificial intelligence (AI). The workshop was held on 27 August 2026 for teachers of various subject areas. Using a Participatory Technology Development (PTD) approach, the activity comprised socialization, demonstration, guided hands-on practice, and product submission. Evaluation was qualitative, based on participation, teachers’ responses, and completion of products. The results show high engagement and enthusiasm; all participating teachers completed and submitted flipbook-based teaching materials, including “Bilangan Bulat” and “Budidaya Tanaman Sayuran Hidroponik”, compiled in an open repository. The program suggests that hands-on participatory mentoring can reduce teachers’ apprehension toward new technology and foster internal motivation for digital transformation.

Keywords

Generative Artificial Intelligence; Digital Flipbook; Interactive Learning Media; Participatory Technology Development; Teacher Empowerment

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Kamaruddin, A., Nadrun, N., Efendi, A. G., & Pratiwi, N. (2026). Empowering Teachers at SMPN 21 Palu through Participatory Training in Developing Interactive Flipbook-Based Learning Media Integrated with Generative AI: Pemberdayaan Guru SMPN 21 Palu Melalui Pelatihan Partisipatif Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Flipbook dan AI Generatif. Mattawang: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat, 7(3). https://doi.org/10.35877/454RI.mattawang5483