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This type of research is descriptive qualitative, with the aim of finding out the implementation of the independent curriculum at SD Negeri 067090 Medan, as well as the problems of English teachers in implementing the independent curriculum at SD Negeri 067090 Medan. Data collection techniques were carried out using interview, observation and documentation methods. The independent curriculum is an update that is motivated by increasingly advanced technology nowadays, and is also prepared as a strategy to mitigate the learning crisis due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Apart from that, this curriculum also aims to provide freedom to both institutions and teachers in developing and managing curriculum and learning that is adapted to the characteristics of the educational unit and students so that they can explore their talents. Many schools have started implementing the independent curriculum in this new academic year. Therefore, various elements of education are required to adapt to this. From the research results, it can be seen that the problem of English teachers at SD Negeri 067090 Medan, namely that English teachers still do not understand the concept of an independent curriculum, teachers are faced with obstacles in creating teaching and planning modules, learning planning, namely when analyzing learning outcomes, preparing the flow. learning objectives that are adjusted to students' abilities, 3) solutions carried out by Islamic religious education teachers to overcome problems in the independent curriculum, namely English teachers taking part in in-house training and training held by the school and education department, attending KKG meetings held once a month very.

Supervision in Education continues to be a concern for stakeholders. Moreover, with the implementation of the Merdeka curriculum, all regulations related to education have undergone changes or adjustments. This writing aims to examine the laws and regulations governing supervisors and the theories that support them. The method used in writing this research is a qualitative method using library research. The results showed that educational supervision according to the latest laws and regulations was carried out by heads of education units, school/madrasah committees, central government and regional governments.

This research discusses the preparation of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Al-Ihsan Palembang in implementing the Merdeka curriculum. The Merdeka curriculum is an innovative approach to education aimed at providing autonomy to students in their learning. The objective of this research is to understand the methods and approaches used by Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Al-Ihsan in preparing itself to introduce the Merdeka curriculum. We employed a qualitative method in this research. The first step in qualitative research methodology involves observation, interviews, and data collection. Research findings indicate that MI Al-Ihsan has started preparing itself to implement the Merdeka curriculum. This preparation includes teacher training, developing learning materials in line with the curriculum, creating adaptable lesson plans, and discussing difficulties and challenges faced when implementing the Merdeka curriculum, as well as its benefits and drawbacks compared to the previous curriculum. The importance of careful planning before implementing the Merdeka curriculum at MI Al-Ihsan is also emphasized in this article. With thorough planning, this curriculum will maximize the benefits of students' self-development in the future.

This research discusses the preparation of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Al-Ihsan Palembang in implementing the Merdeka curriculum. The Merdeka curriculum is an innovative approach to education aimed at providing autonomy to students in their learning. The objective of this research is to understand the methods and approaches used by Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Al-Ihsan in preparing itself to introduce the Merdeka curriculum. We employed a qualitative method in this research. The first step in qualitative research methodology involves observation, interviews, and data collection. Research findings indicate that MI Al-Ihsan has started preparing itself to implement the Merdeka curriculum. This preparation includes teacher training, developing learning materials in line with the curriculum, creating adaptable lesson plans, and discussing difficulties and challenges faced when implementing the Merdeka curriculum, as well as its benefits and drawbacks compared to the previous curriculum. The importance of careful planning before implementing the Merdeka curriculum at MI Al-Ihsan is also emphasized in this article. With thorough planning, this curriculum will maximize the benefits of students' self-development in the future.

This research discusses the Implementation of the Strengthening Project for the Student Profile of Pancasila (P5) in the Independent Curriculum at MAN 2 Palembang. The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact on students regarding the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5) at MAN 2 Palembang. The research is qualitative, with a descriptive approach. Interviews were conducted with individuals representing the criteria of MAN 2 Palembang to gather data. The 10th-grade class is the only class at MAN 2 Palembang participating in the Pancasila student profile enhancement project. As part of their independent study, students develop and implement a project. One of the independent curriculum project activities is the implementation of P5 activities. The P5 project at MAN 2 Palembang consists of three parts: a presentation by the class teacher on traditional South Sumatra cuisine and related topics (recipes passed down from generation to generation), a session on the socialization of the impact of bullying and drug use in the school auditorium, and a student performance showcasing traditional South Sumatra cuisine in the school auditorium.

This research discusses the Implementation of the Strengthening Project for the Student Profile of Pancasila (P5) in the Independent Curriculum at MAN 2 Palembang. The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact on students regarding the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5) at MAN 2 Palembang. The research is qualitative, with a descriptive approach. Interviews were conducted with individuals representing the criteria of MAN 2 Palembang to gather data. The 10th-grade class is the only class at MAN 2 Palembang participating in the Pancasila student profile enhancement project. As part of their independent study, students develop and implement a project. One of the independent curriculum project activities is the implementation of P5 activities. The P5 project at MAN 2 Palembang consists of three parts: a presentation by the class teacher on traditional South Sumatra cuisine and related topics (recipes passed down from generation to generation), a session on the socialization of the impact of bullying and drug use in the school auditorium, and a student performance showcasing traditional South Sumatra cuisine in the school auditorium.

It is hoped that the growth and development of entrepreneurship can reduce the number of unemployed and increase prosperity. The entrepreneurial spirit of today's students has begun to decline because most students who have the mindset of wanting to work for a company do not want to create jobs. Entrepreneurship is the ability and willingness to develop, manage and running a business, including taking the risks involved in it to achieve profits, therefore an entrepreneurial spirit is very important for students. There are very few MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) nowadays due to people's interest in entrepreneurship and their lack of knowledge or insight into entrepreneurship.As for problems with MSMEs in Indonesia, such as weak business management capabilities, limited quality of human resources (HR), and weak access to financial institutions, especially banking. These businesses usually do not have a bookkeeping system, have difficulty expanding the business scale, and still have limited capital. Therefore, this independent entrepreneurship program can foster an entrepreneurial spirit and improve the quality of SMEs. The independent entrepreneurship program activities launched by the Ministry of Education and Culture are intended to study as well as exploring students' abilities to improve their entrepreneurial spirit and urging students to improve their entrepreneurial skills and make a positive impact on society.

This study discusses the evaluation of the implementation of the "kurikulum merdeka" (independent curriculum). Educational institutions are now encouraged to implement a "kurikulum merdeka" that is oriented towards liberation and independence. The "kurikulum merdeka" serves as an educational approach aimed at granting students the freedom to develop their own potentials and interests, as well as preparing them to face real-world challenges. This research falls under the category of literature review, conducted by utilizing literature sources such as books, notes, and research reports from previous studies. Based on the findings and discussions related to the evaluation of the "kurikulum merdeka" in educational institutions, it can be concluded that evaluation is an integral component of the ongoing curriculum process. Steps involved in the evaluation of the "kurikulum merdeka" include establishing evaluation goals, identifying performance indicators, data collection, data analysis, discussion and collaboration, formulation of recommendations, as well as continuous monitoring and evaluation. The evaluation of the "kurikulum merdeka" should involve the participation of all stakeholders and be open to changes and continuous improvement. Thus, evaluation becomes not only a necessity but also an instrument to continually advance educational institutions towards improvement.

The Merdeka Curriculum is a curriculum that will be used nationally starting in 2024. This research was conducted to find out how much knowledge students of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education study program from UIN Jakarta have regarding the Merdeka Curriculum. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The data from this research were obtained from the answers of Indonesian Language and Literature Education students in semester 3 class B to questions on Google Forms related to the Independent Curriculum chosen by the researcher. Of the 35 respondents, 10 respondents were classified as already knowing more about the Independent Curriculum information, while the other 25 respondents' level of knowledge regarding the Independent Curriculum information was still quite low.

MSMEs Ning Saudah is an instant herbal medicine product business located on Jalan Penjaringan Sari, Rungkut District, Surabaya. The owner of the business is named Nur Saudah. This research explores the role of product and packaging innovation in improving branding in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the instant herbal beverage sector, with a focus on the case study of MSME "Ning Saudah". Instant herbal drinks have great potential in the modern consumer market who is increasingly concerned about a healthy lifestyle. The challenges faced by MSMEs involve price competition, changes in consumer trends, and ambitions to expand market share. This research aims to analyze the influence of product and packaging innovation on increasing the branding of "Ning Saudah" MSMEs. The implementation method involves a two-month Merdeka Entrepreneurship (WMK) internship, with steps such as product analysis, research and development, production, packaging innovation, testing, marketing and evaluation. The research results show that through product and packaging innovation, "Ning Saudah" MSMEs succeeded in strengthening the attractiveness of the product and creating a strong brand image. A well-planned marketing and branding strategy also contributes to increasing product visibility. This internship program not only provides benefits for MSMEs in overcoming challenges, but also provides valuable experience for students.

Merdeka Belajar encourages students to actively utilize technology and get used to digital literacy. Digital literacy includes the ability to use and understand information and communication technology, including the ability to access, evaluate, and use information critically, as well as the ability to communicate and collaborate using technology. The purpose of this research is to describe the condition of teaching materials, explore the need for developing teaching materials, and disseminate Indonesian teaching materials based on virtual tours that can be used in Karaganyar Regency High Schools. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques were carried out by means of active observation, interviews, documentation, and using questionnaires. The results showed that students of SMK Negeri Matesih had an interest in EdLink learning media. The ease of access gives students a high enthusiasm for learning. EdLink learning media provides a positive response, namely: (1) students utilize devices for learning, (2) students can understand the material independently, (3) students are active in asking questions about the material, and (4) students are careful, focused, and effective in utilizing time to do the assessment. From the data obtained, it can be concluded that learning media using EdLink can help students' interest in learning. 

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are one of several pillars that support the economy in Indonesia. The aim of community service through the Merdeka Entrepreneurial Internship activity is to provide assistance to SME partners, regarding innovation menus, flavors, products, as well as marketing methods via social media. With this service, it is hoped that it can be a solution in improving the welfare of SMEs. The partners who receive assistance in this service are UKM Pejuang Rasa which is located on Jalan Semolowaru No VIII, Sukolilo District, Surabaya City, East Java Province. The methods used in this activity are interviews, problem analysis, production planning, production and promotion. Their Entrepreneurship Internship activities are carried out by approximately 4-5 people per group for a total of 30 working days. After going through the observation stage during the activity, a product was produced in the form of a smoothie bowl which had environmentally friendly paperbowl packaging to become an innovation related to fruit processing at Pejuang Rasa UKM. It is hoped that the results of this product innovation can increase sales and business competitiveness with other SMEs.

The effectiveness of learning is certainly an important issue, but if you look at the development in the world of education and also the role of teachers today is changing more and more so it is very important to consider the effectiveness and role of teachers in the independent learning curriculum. Teachers as free learners are needed as active and enthusiastic leaders, creative, innovative, and good at being helpers of change in schools. The purpose of writing this article is to discuss the effectiveness of learning and most importantly the role of the teacher itself, especially in the use of the independent learning curriculum as it is today. Then literature related to data sources used themes, be it books, articles, journals, and other sources on the internet. The research method of library research is used by finding and collecting relevant sources, with the tena studied or raised, then drawing conclusions and recording important things and then implemented in writing.

Low student learning motivation causes low learning outcomes. Learning models that are less interactive and innovative are one of the reasons students have low learning motivation. This study aims to analyze the use of learning media with the mentimeter application in Pancasila and Citizenship Education Subjects at SMA Plus Merdeka Soreang on student motivation. The research sample was taken from 30 students of Merdeka Soreang Plus High School who took Pancasila and Citizenship Education Subjects. Data collection techniques used are observation, interviews, tests, questionnaires, and documentation. The results showed changes in the increase in results and learning motivation between before and after treatment. The average learning outcomes increased from 46.87 to 70.62 with a percentage increase of 50.67%. In addition, an increase also occurred in indicators of student motivation during the learning process. The application of the meter application provides a more interactive and enjoyable learning atmosphere. This research is expected to improve the learning process by using digital media.Keyword : Mentimeter Media, Interactive Learning, Motivation

To improve the quality of teacher education and encourage the establishment of the merdeka learning system at the elementary school level, technology plays an important role. The educational concept called Merdeka Learning provides opportunities for students to choose and organize educational programs according to their interests and needs. Technology is now very capable of supporting the integration of independent learning into classroom practice in this digital era. Technology integration in teacher learning has a positive impact on improving the quality of learning at the elementary school level. Teachers who are trained and assisted in the use of technology can create learning content that is more interesting and interactive. In addition, technology also gives students the freedom to organize their own learning and choose learning resources according to their individual interests and learning styles. This research provides great benefits for teachers and students in elementary schools. Teachers can use technology to improve the quality of learning, while students feel the freedom in learning that is more personal and according to their interests.

This research uses the literature study method to examine the use of technology in the Independent Curriculum teaching process. Where, data collection is carried out by reading and recording various literature relevant to the title of this article, the research is carried out in a non-interactive and sustainable manner. The Merdeka Curriculum requires teachers to be literate in technology and students can master numeracy and technological literacy. With various variations of technology, many innovations are generated in technology for teaching, one example is the use of digital comics as one of the learning media, which aims to prevent students from feeling bored with all the written texts explained by the teacher. Based on the results of previous research, the technology used as teaching in this independent curriculum has not been conveyed evenly enough to teachers, because there are still many teachers who are not proficient in utilizing technology, so that teachers must understand the independent curriculum themselves in order to achieve the competencies expected in the vision and mission of the independent curriculum.

The Madrasah Principal is the school personnel responsible for all activities at school. He has the authority and responsibility to Manages all educational activities in the school he leads. Supervision is a coaching activity planned to help teachers and staff other schools so they can do their jobs effectively. Objective This research is to find out the academic supervision strategies carried out by madrasa heads to improve teacher academic performance at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI) in Jambi City.Results of academic supervision. . This research method is qualitative phenomenology with a study research design case. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. Technique data analysis using flow, data reduction, presentation of data at the verification stage. Testing Data validity was carried out using a triangulation approach. The two teachers' planning stages were included in the good category with recap scores of 86% and 89%. In the implementation stage, class 1 teachers obtained a score of 86% in the good category, a score of 91% obtained by the class 4 teacher in the very good category. In the evaluation stage, both teachers were also included in the category both with recap scores of 86% and 85%. Meanwhile, the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum at the SD/MI level prioritizes project-based learning in order to realize the Pancasila Student Profile. This is also very relevant to 21st century learning which equips students with the 4C skills needed to answer the challenges of the times. There are 3 (three) options in implementing or implementing the independent curriculum (IKM) at the SD/MI level, namely: Independent Learning Category, independent change category and independent sharing category at class I and class IV SD/MI levels starting in the 2022/2023 school year .

Village development activities are an integral part of the Merdeka Campus Competency Program (PKKM) in line with MBKM KKNT. Participating students perform community service as proof of their commitment to strengthening and supporting their community, in accordance with the principles of the Three Dharma Universities which include teaching, research, and devotion to the community. Village Development Program in Penangungan Village, Trawas, Mojokerto, attractive tourist destinations near the mountains, is a real step forward in providing ideas and solutions to the problems of the village community. The Trawas area is a famous tourist destination, with beautiful natural environments, cafes, and tourist attractions that contribute significantly to the village economy. Some destinations in Trawas, such as the Kecambung Valley, are newly opened on October 12, 2023, but may be missed as tourists tend to visit places that are widely discussed in the Trawas area. UPN DKV students focus Bina Village's work program on branding Agrowisata Valley Kecambung to increase the attractiveness and visibility of this new destination.

In the world of education there is always something called change and renewal, whether in the teaching staff, the facilities used and so on, as well as the educational curriculum in indonesia, which continues to change. Such as the independent learning currriculum which was implemented as a replacement for the 2013 curriculum. Before it became the independent learning curriculum, an emergency curriculum was implemented due to the Covid-19 pandemic which hit the entire world. This independent curriculum also emerged because of circumstances that required changing the curriculum, and following develoments in today’s modern era. Therefore, this article discusses the effectiveness of using the independent learning curriculum as a substitute for the 2013 curriculum, using qualitative research methods. This researh by searching for data from books, journals, and scientific articles. The independent learning curriculum is a curriculum that prioritizes the interests and desires of student, and is based on te pancasila student profile which aims to ensure that students have characteristics of noble character.

A logo is a medium for communicating values, goals, and creating an impression of professionalism from an institution. Meanwhile, standard logo graphic manuals are a medium for communicating values, goals, and creating an impression of professionalism from an institution. These two elements are interrelated and inseparable. This journal discusses visual identity design, especially logos and graphic manual standards for the Sukses Bersama Simpang Village-Owned Enterprise which is implemented in the Merdeka College Competency Program (PKKM). Village Development Students at the East Java "Veteran" National Development University, Visual Communication Design Study Program were assigned to create a new logo design and standard graphic manual for the business entity. This design was carried out by means of direct observation, interviews and data collection through SWOT analysis. The aim of this design is to facilitate the identification of the Sukses Bersama Simpang Village-Owned Enterprise, reflect the institution's values and mission, and improve its image and reputation. Benefits include providing an impression of professionalism, increasing trust, and creating a strong, consistent identity. This program is carried out with the aim of community service carried out in Simpang Village, Prambon District, Sidoarjo Regency