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This research aims to improve the learning outcomes of the independent curriculum by using the role play learning method assisted by image media and a projector in class II UPTD SDN 145 Inpres Pampangan. This research is Classroom Action Research, the subjects of this research are class 2, totaling 32 students consisting of 20 boys and 12 girls. This research was carried out for 3 weeks. The implementation of this action was carried out in 2 cycles, the first cycle consisting of 3 meetings and the second cycle consisting of 3 meetings. This research was carried out in the Teaching Profession Strengthening (P2K) activities which started on September 4 - October 14 in the 2023/2024 academic year. The results of the research show that during the learning process there is a change in students' attitudes during the learning process in accordance with the results of observations, namely the implementation of the Role Play type cooperative learning model assisted by picture media and projectors can increase students' self-confidence in asking both the teacher and their friends about the material. that are not understood and can improve student attendance. So, Role Play cooperative learning assisted by image media in thematic learning is suitable for use in this class. This can be seen from the increase in learning outcomes for class II students at UPTD SDN 145 Inpres Pampangan after the Role Play type of cooperative learning was held with the help of image media and a projector.  

Community service activities were carried out in Lembang Rantedada, Mengkendek District, Tana Toraja Regency. The problems found in Lembang Rantedada, especially in Rantedollok Hamlet, namely in Lembang Rantedada there are no educational institutions such as elementary, junior high, and high school, Therefore, children in Lembang Rantedada look for schools that are close to their homes, so some of them do not know each other and children in Lembang Rantedada spend more of their time playing online games, thus affecting their interest in learning. The solution used to overcome the problem is to provide additional lessons to elementary and junior high school students through tutoring conducted 2 times a week in three hamlets. The learning used is the Lecture and Role Play method. The parties involved in the guidance are students. The results achieved from the tutoring are elementary and junior high school students in Lembang Rantedada can get additional learning outside of learning at school, increasing students' interest in learning where through Bimbel activities students are prepared to be independent in learning and also they can get to know each other

In the learning process, planning and organizing learning is a teacher’s mandatory task so that the expected learningg is in accordance with the learning that will occur. This research seeks to describe teacher’s abilities in preparing learning plans at SDN 107399 Bandar Khalipah. The approach used in this research is qualitative in the type of descriptive reasearch. The data for this reseacrh comes from sources who have been interviewed, while the data souces are class teachers at SDN 107399 Bandar Khalipah. The data collection process was carried out using checklist techniques, interviews and documentation. The interview technique used was a semi structured interview. In carring ut the documentation, the researcher reviewed 10 syllabi and lesson plans that had been prepared by the class teacher at SDN 107399 Bandar Khalipah. So that the interview data can be trusted, researchers use tools in the form of writing instruments and other electronic media. Based on data analysis, the findings of this research can be stated as follows. First, when we are going to prepare a learning plan,the teacher will use the syllabus as a guide in designing the learning implementation plan. The teacher must have 4 teacher competencies, namely the ability to develop and prepare learning implementation Plans that are in accordance with the curriculum, applies. The conclusion of this research is that the teacher at SDN 107399 Bandar Khalipah in planning learning can be seen from the way the teacher plans and prepares lesson plans that are inaccordance with the Merdeka Belajar curriculum and by showing competence in planning learning at school.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

The presence of this independent learning curriculum is a challenge in itself for teachers in 3T (Frontier, Remote and Disadvantaged) areas, including at SD Inpres Tomra, which is an area classified as a border area. Frontier, Remote and Disadvantaged Regions are the outermost regions in Indonesia, basically there are 122 regions in Indonesia that are included in the 3T region, one of which is Southwest Maluku Regency, Pulau Letti District. The aim of community service is to add new understanding to the teachers at SD Inpres Tomra regarding the application and implementation of the independent learning curriculum in elementary schools. Methods Used This community service activity is carried out based on the following stages: Pre-activity, 2). Implementation of Activities, 3). Post-Activity. Teachers in border areas, especially at SD Inpres Tomra, really need socialization about the independent curriculum so they can increase their insight and knowledge about the implementation of the independent learning curriculum. Based on the results of the socialization carried out, there is an increase in teacher understanding and in-depth knowledge about the independent learning curriculum and its implementation in elementary schools so that the learning process can run effectively and efficiently.

Vocational high schools which produce students ready to enter the world of work require the learning system used to be oriented towards developing students' skill competencies. Through independent learning, SMKN 1 Cilegon implements a block system through teaching factory learning to improve the quality of learning. Teaching Factory is a production-oriented learning that has been adapted to relevant field expertise competencies and is focused on project creation. The method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques in the form of literature study, observation and documentation. The findings from this research show that the skills possessed by these students are average, no one is left behind in understanding and adapting all forms of theory and practice so that the involvement of Teaching Factory learning in this block system is very effective.

This research aims to determine the role of teaching assistance in the fourth generation campus teaching program in increasing student learning motivation, especially for seventh grade students in social studies subjects at SMP Negeri 3 Maumere. Teaching assistance is one part of the Teaching Campus program of the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) activities. This activity aims to empower students to help with the learning process in elementary and middle schools in various villages/cities, one of which is at SMP Negeri 3 Maumere which is in Sikka Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. In this program, students are responsible for assisting the school in the teaching process, assisting with technology adaptation, and assisting with administration. Apart from that, students have a responsibility to improve students' morals and increase students' learning motivation and interest in learning while at school. The results of this research show that the role of teaching assistance plays a very important role in maintaining and growing students' learning motivation, especially in seventh grade students at SMP Negeri 3 Maumere. The results of this program are expected to be able to foster social sensitivity in students to hone their thinking skills. work together with teachers and students across fields of science to solve the problems they face.

The aim of this research is to describe the efforts of teaching staff in improving the quality of learning with the independent learning curriculum at St. Vocational School. Nahanson Parapat Sipoholon. The method used in this research is a descriptive qualitative research method with a phenomenological approach. Data collection was carried out using observation, interviews and documentation techniques. The results of this research describe the efforts of teaching staff in improving the quality of learning with an independent curriculum at St. Vocational School. Nahanson Parapat Sipoholon in 2023 by: delivering interesting learning, getting students used to asking questions, and attending seminars/training. This research concludes that the efforts made by teaching staff to improve the quality of learning with an independent learning curriculum are very necessary at St. Nahanson Parapat Sipoholon Vocational School so that the quality is higher and student achievement increases.

The aim of this research is to determine the positive and significant influence of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum on the creativity of PAK learning of students in class VII of SMP Negeri 4 Laguboti, Toba Regency for the 2022/2023 academic year. The research method used in this research is a quantitative method with a descriptive statistical approach. The population is all class VII of SMP Negeri 4 Laguboti, Toba Regency, 2022/2023 academic year, totaling 190 people and a sample of 57 people was determined using random sampling technique. Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 32 items. The results of data analysis show that there is a positive and significant influence of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum on PAK learning creativity of students in class VII of SMP Negeri 4 Laguboti, Toba Regency for the 2022/2023 Academic Year: 1) Test the analysis requirements: a) positive relationship test obtained by the value rxy = 0.422> rtable(α = 0.05, IK=95%, n=57) = 0.254, thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable α=0.05,dk=n-2=55)=2,000, thus there is a significant relationship between variable b) Regression coefficient of determination test (r²)=17.8%. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

The digital revolution has fundamentally changed the educational paradigm, influencing the way of learning, teaching and interacting in the educational environment. In responding to the challenges and opportunities presented by this technological era, the concept of "Freedom to Learn" emerged as an approach that empowers students to be active and independent in the learning process. This article discusses how the Merdeka Belajar approach can increase students' competitiveness in the technological era by combining the potential of the digital revolution in education. In the initial stage, the article introduces the concept of Merdeka Belajar which places students at the center of the learning process. By giving students the freedom to choose the time, method and learning materials according to their interests and abilities, this approach aims to increase students' motivation, creativity and participation in learning. Next, the article discusses the use of technology in education, including e-learning, learning videos, online learning platforms and educational applications. The use of this technology allows students to access various learning resources more easily, expand the range of knowledge, and increase learning efficiency. Technology integration is key in supporting the implementation of the Merdeka curriculum and providing an interactive and interesting learning experience for students. In addition, the article highlights the importance of developing digital literacy abilities, technological skills, and an understanding of digital ethics for students in an era of ever-developing technology. Merdeka Belajar plays an important role in helping students hone these skills, so they can be better prepared to face the challenges of the digital world. The article also examines the challenges and obstacles in combining Merdeka Belajar with technology, such as limited access to technology, lack of training for teachers, and concerns about data security . Solutions and strategies to overcome this obstacle are also discussed in the article. In its conclusion, the article underlines the importance of adopting the Independent Learning concept integrated with technology to bring innovation in education. This approach can improve the quality and relevance of learning, prepare students to face the challenges of the technological era, and increase their competitiveness in facing an increasingly digital future.    

The era of digitalization is growing rapidly, including in the field of education. Educators and students need technology or platforms that support distance learning activities and still have good interaction, so that classes remain not bored or fun and productive. One platform that can answer these challenges is the Canva application. Canva has one of the special services or programs designed for education, namely Canva for Education. This service is designed for educators and students to continue to get a creative, innovative, collaborative and fun learning experience in line with the independent curriculum.The method used in this study is a development research method with a descriptive quantitative approach. This study aims to describe the use of the Canva for Education application by educators as a creative, innovative and collaborative learning medium for students in the current era    

Museum Misi OSF (Ordo St. Fransiskus) bertindak sebagai sebuah fasilitas pendidikan yang bertujuan untuk membina calon guru agama Katolik dalam aspek karakter dan spiritualitas. Museum ini didedikasikan untuk memberikan pemahaman yang mendalam tentang ajaran dan nilai-nilai Katolik kepada calon guru, agar mereka dapat menjadi pengajar yang berkualitas dan mampu membimbing siswa dalam pengembangan karakter dan kehidupan rohani.   Museum Misi OSF menyediakan berbagai sumber daya yang beragam, termasuk seni religius, artefak bersejarah, literatur teologis, dan materi pembelajaran yang relevan. Para calon guru dapat menjelajahi koleksi ini melalui tur interaktif, pameran, dan kegiatan pembelajaran lainnya. Museum ini juga menyelenggarakan program pendidikan khusus yang dirancang untuk meningkatkan pemahaman mereka tentang ajaran Katolik, sejarah Gereja, dan praktik spiritual.  Melalui pengalaman  Museum Misi OSF, calon guru iman Katolik dapat mengembangkan pemahaman yang lebih dalam tentang hidup dalam ajaran Katolik dengan karakter dan spiritualitas. Mereka  belajar tentang nilai-nilai seperti cinta, kerendahan hati, pengampunan, dan pelayanan kepada orang lain yang menjadi dasar kehidupan yang layak untuk beriman.   Selain itu, Museum Misi OSF juga menawarkan ruang bagi calon guru untuk berefleksi dan berefleksi. Mereka dapat menggunakan fasilitas  museum ini untuk beribadah, bermeditasi atau melakukan praktik spiritual lainnya yang membantu pertumbuhan pribadi dan spiritual mereka. Ini memungkinkan mereka untuk menjadi panutan bagi siswa mereka dan membimbing mereka dalam kehidupan spiritual mereka. Dengan demikian, Museum Misi OSF menjadi sarana penting dalam penyiapan para guru agama Katolik masa depan yang menambah pengetahuan, pemahaman dan pengalaman ajaran Katolik, hidup berkarakter dan mengembangkan spiritualitas. Melalui pemanfaatan sumber daya yang beragam dan program pendidikan yang terstruktur, museum ini berperan dalam mendidik generasi guru  Katolik yang kompeten, jujur, dan mampu menginspirasi serta membimbing siswa untuk hidup beriman dan bertujuan.

The Teaching Campus Program is a form of implementation of the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) which is an opportunity for students to assist the learning process in elementary schools in various villages/cities, one of which is SDN 3 Arjowilangun. In this program, students who are involved have the responsibility of assisting the school in various ways, some of which include the teaching process, assisting with technology adaptation, and assisting with administration. In addition, students have the responsibility to improve student character and increase student learning interest during the assignment

This PkM activity was held at Mutiara Indah Elementary School, Kualeu Village, Oinlase District, East Tengah Selatan District, So'e City. The method used is a field survey and library research. The PkM activities carried out were an attempt to "introduce the Free Learning Curriculum for Students at Mutiara Indah Elementary School". The background for organizing this activity, namely: Students at Mutiara Indah Elementary School do not yet understand and apply the Merdeka Curriculum in the learning process. This is because some teachers at Mutiara Indah Elementary School still do not understand in depth about this new curriculum, and some teachers even use K-2013. Referring to this problem, the PkM organizing team offered several ideas in the form of activities, namely: Conducting introductory education on the Free Learning Curriculum at Mutiara Indah Elementary School. This activity includes an explanation of the meaning, function, benefits, and how to apply the Independent Curriculum to learning activities in the classroom and outside the classroom.

The independent curriculum is an educational approach that aims to provide independence to students in their learning so that they can optimally develop their potential. In the era of globalization and the rapid development of information technology, 21st-century learning is an urgent need. This research aims to describe the role of the independent learning curriculum in facilitating 21st-century learning in senior high schools. The method used in this research is descriptive-qualitative with a case study design. The research was conducted at SMAN 2, Merekau, South Papua. Data collection techniques used in this research include in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The results showed that: 1) the independent learning curriculum for facilitating 21st century learning is good. It is proven that the learning tools of SMAN 2 Merauke have successfully integrated 21st century skills (collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creativity, character, and citizenship) into the learning tools. 2) The role of the principal and teachers: The principal as the person in charge and teachers as the implementers of learning play an important role in the successful implementation of an independent curriculum with 21st century skills.