The purpose of this writing is to find out about the basic concepts in learning motivation. By using qualitative research methods, with a literature review approach. Understanding the concept of learning motivation is very important, especially for educators because it can help in creating a supportive and effective learning environment. Learning motivation is the foundation for a student in achieving academic success. Without strong motivation, the teaching and learning process will not take place optimally. Therefore, learning motivation has become a very relevant topic of study for educators, psychologists, and education observers around the world. In this work, readers will be presented with a comprehensive understanding of the concept of learning motivation, the theories that underlie it, and the factors that influence motivation in the context of education. In learning activities, motivation can be said to be the overall driving force within a person that gives rise to learning activities, which guarantees the continuity of learning activities and provides direction to learning activities, so that the goals desired by the learning subject can be achieved.

The purpose of conducting research on the implementation of the PAK independent curriculum is to find out the problems in its implementation, teachers are the main implementers of this curriculum in the field. By understanding their perspectives and experiences, we can find the problems they face and what is needed for the successful implementation of the curriculum. The research method used is to use a qualitative method with a literature review approach, namely looking for sources that are considered relevant to be used as sources for writing. Based on the results obtained, there are several difficulties or problems in its implementation, for example one of them is the reduction in human resources in this case, namely educators, and other things. The Merdeka Belajar curriculum focuses on important material, is flexible for teachers and students, and is project and character-based. By increasing teacher understanding, increasing resources, increasing parental participation, and developing a more contextual curriculum, it is hoped that the quality of religious education can be improved.