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Analysis of the Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in Supporting Student-Centered Learning in Elementary Schools

Lembaran Ilmu Kependidikan · Vol. 55 No. 1 (2026) · hlm. 26–34

DOI
10.15294/lik.v55i1.48725
ISSN
2987-3320
Terbit
2026-04-20
Penerbit
Universitas Negeri Semarang
Bahasa
eng

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Background - The Merdeka Curriculum was introduced as an educational transformation initiative that emphasizes student-centered learning. Purpose - This study aims to analyze the implementation, challenges, strategies, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the Merdeka Curriculum in supporting student-centered learning in elementary schools. Method/approach - This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach, utilizing purposive sampling through data collection via observation and interviews. Findings - The findings indicate that the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum generally aligns with student-centered learning, characterized by the application of differentiation in content, process, and product. However, challenges remain in its implementation, such as disparities in student participation and varying levels of teacher readiness in adapting learning approaches. Overall, the curriculum’s implementation is proceeding well and demonstrates positive progress in creating a flexible and responsive learning environment. Conclusions - This study emphasize the importance of strengthening teachers’ competencies and adopting inclusive learning strategies to maximize the effectiveness of the Merdeka Curriculum’s implementation. Novelty/Originality/Value - An empirical analysis of the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in facilitating student-centered learning in elementary schools, a topic that has yet to be thoroughly explored in the context of Indonesian education.

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  • Sultan Idris Education University
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  • University of Technology Malaysia
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Noor Banu Mahadir NaiduSultan Idris Education University2
Wibowo Heru PrasetiyoMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta2
Bee Piang TanSultan Idris Education University2
Djalal FuadiMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta2
Muhamad MusyiamMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Anam SutopoMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Habibi Nur HidayantoAfiliasi tidak diketahui1
Harun Joko PrayitnoMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Sofyan AnifMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Mazlini AdnanSultan Idris Education University1
Sutama SutamaMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Siti Hadiyati Nur HafidaMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Meggy NovitasariMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Sunanih SunanihAfiliasi tidak diketahui1
Sharifah Binti OsmanUniversity of Technology Malaysia1
Muh. Isna Nurdin WibisanaUniversitas PGRI Semarang1
Maryanto MaryantoUniversitas PGRI Semarang1
Minsih MinsihMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Retno HandayaniMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Choiriyah WidyasariMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Yeny PrastiwiMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Laili Etika RahmawatiMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1
Arfiki RochadianaMuhammadiyah University of Surakarta1

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