Developing Children's Creativity Through the TikTok Social Media Platform
Authors: Budiarti Erna , Kurniati Kartika Nurwita 
Published: May 2024

Stimulating children's creativity through social media is important by utilizing platforms that are relevant to their interests and daily interactions. This research aims to determine the benefits of using smartphone technology in stimulating creativity in early childhood through exploratory whipping activities. With the increasing adoption of technology into various aspects of life, including early childhood education, it is important to understand its positive and negative impacts. This research method uses a qualitative approach with a case study approach and focused observation on group B children at RA Al-Islam Petabumi, Seberida District, Indragiri Hulu Regency, Riau Province who are involved in TikTok exploration activities using smartphones. Data collection was carried out through direct observation, interviews, and field notes. This research shows that the use of smartphone technology, especially through applications such as TikTok, can trigger creativity in young children. By taking part in various creative content and challenges on TikTok, children can engage in a process of self-exploration that allows them to develop their creative skills. This shows that social media can be an effective tool for stimulating imagination and innovation in young children.
Keywords: early childhood education, creativity, social media TikTok
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