ERIC Number: EJ1462233
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 17
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ISSN: ISSN-2355-5343
EISSN: EISSN-2502-4795
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Reflection of Indonesian Educators on the Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum
Rokayah; Neni Hermita; Rian Vebrianto; Iqbal Miftakhul Mujtahid; Urip Sulistiyo; Achmad Samsudin
Elementary School Forum (Mimbar Sekolah Dasar), v10 n3 p684-700 2023
Driven by a commitment to address challenges associated with the Merdeka Curriculum's implementation in Indonesia, this paper explores reflections and experiences of Indonesian educators. The researchers' anxiety, stemming from the need for effective application, underscores the study's motivation to enhance the educational experience for educators and students alike. Conducted through qualitative questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with fifteen participants, the research focuses on three reflective dimensions (in, on, and for) employing an exploratory case study design. In reflection-in-action, educators emphasize a shift towards student-centered learning, promoting active involvement, critical thinking, and self-directed learning. Reflection-on-action reveals educators perceiving the curriculum as highly interactive, but they acknowledged the need for patience and time in implementing significant changes, considering varying levels of receptivity among teaching staff. Reflection-for-action demonstrates educators actively evaluating the Merdeka Curriculum, employing strategies like fostering relationships and leveraging social media for knowledge sharing. Overall, the study highlighted the potential of the Merdeka Curriculum to enhance the overall quality of schools and contribute to the academic success of Indonesian students. The findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, curriculum developers, and educational practitioners seeking to refine the implementation process and enhance professional development programs. Ultimately, this research contributes to the ongoing efforts to empower educators and students and improve the effectiveness of education in Indonesia.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Curriculum Implementation, Critical Thinking, Independent Study, Teacher Attitudes, Educational Experience, Student Centered Learning, Educational Change, Educational Quality, Faculty Development, Educational Improvement, Educational Philosophy, Indigenous Knowledge, Professional Autonomy, Elementary Secondary Education
Indonesia University of Education. Jl. Mayor Abdurachman No. 211, Sumedang, Jawa Barat, 45322, Indonesia. Web site: https://ejournal.upi.edu/index.php/mimbar/index
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Indonesia
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