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This study aims to describe and analyze the Merdeka Learning Curriculum to understand the supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of the Merdeka Learning Curriculum to improve the quality of education at SD Negeri 115 Palembang. This research uses a qualitative method with a field research approach through data and data sources. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The research findings indicate that the implementation of the Independent Learning Curriculum management in improving the quality of education at SD Negeri 115 Palembang can be summarized through several stages: planning, organizing, actuating, and evaluating. There are two factors that influence the improvement of educational quality, namely supporting factors, which include school leadership, coordination, cooperation, and teachers' skills in managing the classroom. The inhibiting factors include facilities and infrastructure, education funding, and the still limited quality of teachers or educators. In improving the quality of education at SD Negeri 115 Palembang, it can be concluded that the implementation of management has not yet reached an optimal level. However, its success is notable, even though it is not yet widespread due to several inhibiting factors.  To anticipate the inhibiting factors, it is necessary to improve facilities and infrastructure, which require support from the school principal and guidance from relevant parties, such as socialization and training from the Education Department or external trainers, so that the skills of teachers and educational staff become more professional and developed.

Mentoring and strengthening the Pancasila Student Profile Project (P5) in the Independent Curriculum is a strategic step to form a generation with character in accordance with Pancasila values. Mentoring is carried out through training, monitoring, and evaluation involving educators, students, and madrasa stakeholders. The results show a significant increase in teachers' understanding and ability in designing and implementing P5. In addition, students showed positive developments in aspects of independence, social responsibility, and critical thinking skills in accordance with the Pancasila student profile. This study recommends continued support to make P5 an integral part of the madrasah learning culture in order to realize national education goals. This collaborative approach is expected to strengthen the achievement of national education goals in the Independent Curriculum, especially in the area of religious-based education.

Mentoring and strengthening the Pancasila Student Profile Project (P5) in the Independent Curriculum is a strategic step to form a generation with character in accordance with Pancasila values. Mentoring is carried out through training, monitoring, and evaluation involving educators, students, and madrasa stakeholders. The results show a significant increase in teachers' understanding and ability in designing and implementing P5. In addition, students showed positive developments in aspects of independence, social responsibility, and critical thinking skills in accordance with the Pancasila student profile. This study recommends continued support to make P5 an integral part of the madrasah learning culture in order to realize national education goals. This collaborative approach is expected to strengthen the achievement of national education goals in the Independent Curriculum, especially in the area of religious-based education.

This research aims to analyze the effect of implementing the independent learning curriculum on student learning outcomes in the pastry bakery subject. The type of research used is quantitative with a simple random sampling data collection procedure with a sample of 70 students. The research was conducted at SMK Negeri 9 Padang on 12th grade students who had attended pastry bakery lessons, the research instrument used was a closed questionnaire by giving a google form questionnaire to the students. Data analysis using inferential analysis techniques used, namely the T test which is carried out with the statistical package for social science (SPSS) version 20.00. The results show that the influence of implementing the independent learning curriculum on student learning outcomes in the pastry bakery subject at SMK N 9 Padang, which teachers are expected to be able to develop all aspects of self-development to be independent in teaching in order to create independent learning for students.

The goal of this study is to analyze the readiness of teachers in the application of the Independent Curriculum in art learning and obstacles in art learning at SMP Negeri 21 Padang. Qualitative research using a descriptive approach is the methodology employed. The informant in this study is the Deputy Head of Curriculum and a cultural arts teacher in the field of fine arts class VIII in preparing for the implementation of the independent curriculum. This study collects data through documentation, interviews, and observation. Based on data processing, it was found that the readiness of teachers in the implementation of the independent curriculum in art learning at SMP Negeri 21 Padang has been carried out well. cultural arts teachers only refer to the Teaching Module and the teaching method activities still use the old method, but in the learning system it has been applied based on the independent curriculum structure. There are various difficulties that stem from the quality of cultural arts teachers who teach, inadequate facilities and infrastructure for art exhibition activities.

This study aims to determine the application of natural science which is carried out in a differentiated manner. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach, and data analysis techniques using triangulation techniques that confirm data based on observations, interviews, and documentation. Researchers produced findings including the implementation of differentiated learning that had been successfully implemented by natural science teachers. Teachers use content differentiation, process differentiation, and product differentiation. Differentiated learning outcomes have a positive impact both in terms of teachers and students. Through differentiated learning the teacher feels happy because the students are more enthusiastic and involved, this is manifested in the form of products produced by students in very creative learning. However, the challenges received by the teacher at the process differentiation stage, the teacher still finds confusion when differentiating teaching materials that must be given to various students. Differentiated learning in the independent curriculum gives students autonomy to be able to express their learning abilities based on their potential and interests.

The purpose of this study is to discuss the role of educational philosophy in the development of educational theory and practice in Indonesia. Education is an essential component of human life. Education is critical in shaping human character and traits. The author employs qualitative research techniques. The author employs a literature review as a research method, while perusing and observing multiple written sources of information associated to the topic of educational philosophy's role in the formation of the Independent Learning Curriculum in the development of educational theory and practice in Indonesia. According to the research findings, the Independent Learning Curriculum is a curriculum designed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology to give educational institutions flexibility in establishing a curriculum based on their unique requirements and features. The autonomous Learning Curriculum embodies the ethos of autonomous learning, specifically the spirit of student-centered learning. This paper concludes that theme learning is one of the learning approaches used in the Merdeka Belajar curriculum. This is consistent with the progressive educational concept, which holds that education must be focused on students' needs and interests.

Speech acts must be done by everyone in everyday life. Speech act must be adjusted to the context of speech. It is expected that speakers understand various types of speech acts. This article aims to study directive speech acts in independent curriculum learning videos on the Inspirasi Guru Youtube channel in order to add insight and providing resources for researchers and readers. This research is conducted so that writers and readers can convey speech properly and correctly according to the context of speech. This research uses a pragmatic approach and analyzes by identifying speech acts, especially directive speech acts in independent curriculum learning videos contained in the Inspirasi Guru Youtube channel. The data information taken is a video that contains types of directive speech acts in independent curriculum learning. This research is using qualitative descriptive methods and pragmatic methods. The data collection technique uses listening and recording techniques. After the research in the learning video of the independent curriculum on the Inspirasi Guru youtube channel, it was found that there were various types of directive speech acts including directive speech acts of inviting, asking, ordering, charging, urging, suggesting, commanding, giving signals, forcing. The results of the analysis of this article are expected to add insight and can be a reference material for analyzing speech acts, especially directive speech acts, it is also expected that writers and readers able to speech in all situations boldly, well, and of course correctly.

Speech act is one of the elements or components of pragmatics that involves speakers and listeners. Speech acts are classified into 5 major groups, including: representative speech acts (assertive speech acts), commissive speech acts, directive speech acts, expressive speech acts, declarative speech acts. In this research, we will only discuss one type of speech act, namely representative speech act. Representative speech acts are speech acts that describe a situation, convey knowledge, or information to speech partners. Representative speech acts are not only found in direct speech. However, you can also find it on social media accounts such as YouTube. The purpose of this research is to find out the typical speech acts in some YouTube playlist videos of the Physics channel Pura-Pura Tau. One of them is in a video entitled “Nonrenewable Energy Class 10 Independent Curriculum Definition, Sources, Examples and Benefits”. The method that researchers use is descriptive qualitative. The data collection technique in this article uses the listening technique which consists of two techniques, namely the free listening technique and the note technique. The results of this study are in the form of speech acts of telling, suggesting, stating, explaining. This research will help readers interpret and understand representative speech acts from various utterances spoken in social life.

The Merdeka Learning Campus Merdeka Program, also known as MBKM, is an activity that provides students with the opportunity to learn outside the classroom, one of which is teaching assistance. This paper aims to describe the activities conducted by students of Universitas Bina Darma Palembang in community service by implementing learning through the viewing technique in the Indonesian language subject for 11th grade students in the Merdeka curriculum. Through learning with the viewing technique, it is expected that students will be able to answer, summarize, and understand the intrinsic and extrinsic elements of the short story Tukang Cukur by Budi Darma. This Community Service (PkM) activity was conducted in the form of learning, counseling, and training. The PkM activity took place at SMA Arinda Palembang with 20 students. The method used in this activity was qualitative descriptive with data collection techniques of observation, note-taking, and documentation. After conducting learning on the short story Tukang Cukur by Budi Darma with the viewing technique in the 11th grade IPA class at SMA Arinda Palembang, positive results were observed. The majority of students were able to understand the content of the story, answer questions correctly, and improve their critical thinking skills, as well as their appreciation for literary works.

The Merdeka Curriculum is a new innovation in the Indonesian education system which aims to give students the freedom to learn and emphasizes the importance of building character and moral values. This study investigates how a free curriculum contributes to the moral formation of students in elementary schools. Relevant sources, such as books, scientific articles and educational policy documents, were collected and analyzed through the literature study method in this research. This research found that a free curriculum, with a more contextual learning approach and involving students' active participation in real activities such as collaborative projects and extracurricular activities, helps students understand moral values ​​and apply them in everyday life. It is proven that parental and community involvement is also an important component in building student character. This research found that the free curriculum not only focuses on improving students' academic achievement but also strengthens moral and ethical values. Therefore, continuous development of this curriculum is necessary to achieve broad educational goals. It is hoped that this research will help educators, policy makers and other researchers improve the quality of education in Indonesia by providing guidance for maximizing the curriculum to achieve more comprehensive educational goals.

This research aims to study the role and position of the principal as a leader in implementing the Independent Learning program in elementary schools and the influence of this leadership on the success of achieving educational goals. Apart from that, this also shows that the principal's leadership plays a strategic role in determining the success of educational goals. This research uses literature research methods and data is obtained by analyzing various sources such as books, scientific journals, articles and other documents related to the research subject. The study shows that the leadership of the school principal is very important to support the implementation of Merdeka Belajar. As leaders, they are responsible for setting policies, creating an educational vision that is aligned with national goals, and optimizing existing resources to create a good learning environment. The Independent Learning Program, which was founded by the Minister of Education, Culture, Research and Technology Nadiem Makarim, aims to realize the Pancasila Student Profile by producing students with superior character. Religious values, global diversity, independence, creativity and critical thinking are part of this profile. The success of the Merdeka Belajar program really depends on school principals who are good at managing education policies at the school level. With good leadership, school principals can incorporate the principles of Independent Learning into the elementary school curriculum and make a real contribution to achieving educational goals.    

This research aims to study the role and position of the principal as a leader in implementing the Independent Learning program in elementary schools and the influence of this leadership on the success of achieving educational goals. Apart from that, this also shows that the principal's leadership plays a strategic role in determining the success of educational goals. This research uses literature research methods and data is obtained by analyzing various sources such as books, scientific journals, articles and other documents related to the research subject. The study shows that the leadership of the school principal is very important to support the implementation of Merdeka Belajar. As leaders, they are responsible for setting policies, creating an educational vision that is aligned with national goals, and optimizing existing resources to create a good learning environment. The Independent Learning Program, which was founded by the Minister of Education, Culture, Research and Technology Nadiem Makarim, aims to realize the Pancasila Student Profile by producing students with superior character. Religious values, global diversity, independence, creativity and critical thinking are part of this profile. The success of the Merdeka Belajar program really depends on school principals who are good at managing education policies at the school level. With good leadership, school principals can incorporate the principles of Independent Learning into the elementary school curriculum and make a real contribution to achieving educational goals.    

The learning process serves as a pathway to achieving basic competencies within curriculum implementation. This study aims to describe the implementation of teaching and its evaluation on the topic of thaharah, specifically in the chapter on wudu. The research approach employed is qualitative, with a case study methodology. The researcher collected data through interviews with teachers and students, documentation, and observation during the learning process. The findings indicate that the teaching implementation was carried out optimally, including opening activities such as greetings and providing motivation, core activities such as explaining and demonstrating lessons, and closing activities such as reflection and question-and-answer sessions. The assessment conducted by the teacher aligns with the demands of the Kurikulum Merdeka, which requires evaluation from cognitive, psychomotor, and affective aspects as part of an authentic assessment approach.  

This research aims to identify and evaluate learning strategies at SDN Cibanjaran. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the study relied on in-depth interviews, observations and group discussions to explore criticisms and suggestions for learning methods. The findings show that effective learning strategies involve a differentiated approach, where materials and methods are tailored to students’ individual needs. Problem-based learning (PBL) and project-based learning (PJBL) models are considered to increase student relevance and motivation. However, the different characteristics of today’s students compared to those of the past pose new challenges, especially in the application of discipline, which must now be more humane. In addition, adjusting to the Merdeka Curriculum is crucial, where teachers are encouraged to continue learning through platforms such as PMM. This study concludes that learning strategies need to adapt to changing times, environments and student needs to create a meaningful learning process. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of inclusive and dynamic learning, and the role of teachers as innovative facilitators.  

This study aims to understand the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in learning the Qur'an and Hadith at MI Misbahul Adhim. With a qualitative approach and field research methods, this research explores the views and experiences of teachers and students regarding their adaptation to curriculum changes. Data were collected through direct observation, in-depth interviews, and review of relevant documents. The research findings reveal that the Independent Curriculum provides more flexibility for educational institutions to design a learning process that is more in line with the needs of students. The main focus of this curriculum is meaningful learning, character building, and the application of integrated technology. However, the implementation of the Independent Curriculum also faces a number of obstacles, such as limited resources, readiness of teaching staff, and changes in mindset in learning. Overall, the Independent Curriculum has significant potential in improving the quality of religious education. This study recommends the need for more intensive support from various parties, including the government, educational institutions, and the community, to ensure the successful implementation of the curriculum. Further research can be focused on identifying factors that influence the success of curriculum implementation and developing more optimal strategies.