PENDAMPINGAN PEMBELAJARAN DIGITAL BERBASIS CHROMEBOOK UNTUK PENGUATAN KARAKTER SOSIAL DAN KOMUNIKASI PESERTA DIDIK SMP NEGERI 3 TENGGARONG

Abstract

This community service article describes the field-based assistance and observation of school-managed digital learning using Chromebooks at SMP Negeri 3 Tenggarong during the 2025/2026 academic year. The activity was carried out within the Field Experience Program (PPL), taking into account the school policy prohibiting personal devices and providing Chromebooks for instructional purposes. The documented approach involved classroom observation, interviews with teachers and students, and reflective analysis of digital learning practices. The findings indicate that school-managed devices supported learning focus, discipline, independent task completion, and written academic communication. Nevertheless, device-centered activities tended to limit direct verbal interaction unless supported by discussion and collaborative tasks. The activity therefore underlines the importance of balanced digital pedagogy that combines structured Chromebook use with face-to-face interaction. These findings are qualitative observations and do not constitute quantitative evidence of improvement.