IMPLEMENTASI APLIKASI BEESMART DALAM PELAKSANAAN UJIAN SEKOLAH BERBASIS KOMPUTER DI UPTD SMP NEGERI 4 PAMMANA

Abstract

This study aims to examine the implementation of the beesmart application in the implementation of computer-based school exams at UPTD SMP Negeri 4 Pammana and analyze the challenges faced in implementing exams using the beesmart application with George C Edward III's policy implementation theory. This research method is qualitative with descriptive data analysis. Data sources involve five informants, namely teachers, students, and proctors. The research instruments are observation, interviews, and documentation. This study uses two data validity techniques, technical triangulation and time triangulation. This data analysis technique uses the Miles and Huberman model, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study conclude that the implementation of the beesmart application in the implementation of computer-based school exams at UPTD SMP Negeri 4 Pammana is considered more effective than paper-based exams because it provides convenience in distributing questions, managing exams, and a faster and more efficient assessment process. In addition, this system also supports the implementation of more modern and environmentally friendly exams. This implementation contributes to the formation of students' digital literacy and transparent learning evaluation standards, demonstrating the potential for digital educational transformation. Procedurally, the school has conducted structured socialization and simulations, although further guidance is still needed for users unfamiliar with technology. While students have a good understanding of operational instructions, such as the login process, technical challenges such as token usage, essay answer uploads, and inconsistent instructions across exam rooms remain important concerns. In addition to human resources, infrastructure remains a major challenge, as server and network performance often degrades when accessed simultaneously by all students. Although the school has written SOPs, their implementation in the field is not yet fully optimized and requires more detailed technical explanations for consistent operation. Therefore, the success of this BeeSmart-based exam depends heavily on increasing bandwidth capacity, strengthening server infrastructure, and ongoing evaluation to ensure system stability and minimize future technical disruptions.