ASSISTING TEACHERS IN USING THE INTERACTIVE APPLICATION MENTIMETER TO ENHANCE CREATIVITY IN TEACHING

The ability of teachers to master and utilize digital technology is crucial in facing the challenges of 21st-century learning. Equipping educators with tools that foster creativity and interactivity is essential in improving the quality of education. This community service program aims to enhance SMK Negeri 1 Percut Sei Tuan teachers' creativity using the interactive application Mentimeter. This program utilized a combination of Participatory Action Research (PAR) and Service Learning (SL), which involved several stages: problem identification, planning, hands-on workshops, microteaching practice, and evaluation. The program significantly improved teachers' ability to use Mentimeter, as reflected in the increased average post-test score (from 2,393.8 to 3,739.63). This result indicates a measurable improvement in both understanding and skill. In conclusion, this program proved that integrating interactive applications like Mentimeter can support teachers in developing more engaging and creative learning experiences. Its implication is the potential for replication in other schools to foster wider digital literacy and professional growth among educators