INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-BASED INTERACTIVE LEARNING MEDIA IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER TRAINING IN MAKASSAR

Abstract

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed educational practices worldwide, creating new opportunities for innovative teaching and learning. This study explores the integration of AI-based interactive learning media in elementary school teacher training programs in Makassar, Indonesia. The objective is to examine how AI technologies can enhance teachers' pedagogical competence, digital literacy, instructional creativity, and classroom effectiveness. A qualitative literature-based approach was employed through the analysis of current research, educational policies, and best practices related to AI integration in teacher professional development. The findings indicate that AI-based interactive learning media contribute significantly to improving teachers' abilities to design personalized learning experiences, facilitate student engagement, provide adaptive assessment, and support differentiated instruction. Furthermore, AI technologies promote continuous professional learning by enabling teachers to access intelligent tutoring systems, automated feedback mechanisms, and data-driven instructional decision-making. Despite these benefits, challenges such as limited technological infrastructure, insufficient digital competencies, ethical concerns, and resistance to technological change remain significant barriers. The study concludes that successful integration of AI-based interactive learning media requires comprehensive training programs, institutional support, technological readiness, and policy frameworks that ensure equitable and ethical implementation. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, educational institutions, and teacher educators seeking to prepare elementary school teachers for the demands of twenty-first-century education.