USING SCRATCH SOFTWARE TO DEVELOP THE CREATIVE THINKINGOF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

Scratch is a block programming software developed at the MIT Media Lab. It allows children to create their own games, animations, and interactive projects using blocks instead of writing code. Scratch is an effective tool for teaching children the basics of programming and developing their creative thinking.In this article, we will look at how the use of Scratch can affect the presentation and development of creative thinking in primary school students.Representation is the ability of children to perceive and interpret the world around them. Using Scratch allows children to express their ideas and thoughts in an interactive way. They can create their own projects using blocks with different functions, such as motion, sound, and animation. This teaches children to present their ideas and concepts in a concrete way,which contributes to the development of their representational abilities.Creative thinking is the ability to generate new ideas, find innovative solutions, and see things differently. Using Scratch allows children to develop creative thinking as they create their own projects that use their own imaginations and ideas. They can experiment with different colors, shapes, sounds, and movements without having to be an expert programmer. Scratch allows children to express their ideas and thoughts in an interactive way, and do it using blocks, which greatly simplifies the process.Another advantage of using Scratch is that children can work as a team and collaborate with each other. It teaches children communication and project management, and helps them develop social skills.Using Scratch also helps children develop higher cognitive skills, such as analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.