Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka di SMA Gloria Jaya Jambi

Abstract

The Merdeka Curriculum is part of an effort to align Indonesia's education system

with the needs and developments of the times. One of the implementations of the

Merdeka Curriculum is carried out in schools, including in the Islamic Religious

Education (PAI) subject. As we know, PAI plays a crucial role in shaping the moral

and spiritual character of students. This research aims to analyze the

implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in PAI at senior high schools. The

primary focus of this research is to see how far these changes can improve teaching

quality, support diverse approaches, and address educational challenges faced by

both teachers and students who are the subjects of this study. The method used in

this research is a qualitative approach with interview and observation techniques

conducted on teachers and students. The research findings indicate significant

changes. These include providing teachers with the flexibility to design and plan

the learning process and methods, incorporating diverse and creative approaches

tailored to students' needs. The Merdeka Curriculum also provides more space for

students to excel not only in academics but also in other areas. Differentiated

learning allows students to gain learning experiences that are not solely focused

on competencies, as well as addressing challenges that often arise and become

concerns in implementing this curriculum.