Implementation of Merdeka Belajar in Indonesian Language Learning in Senior High Schools

Muhsyanur Muhsyanur

doi:10.59923/jiim.v1i1.170

Authors

Muhsyanur Muhsyanur Institut Agama Islam As'adiyah Sengkang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59923/jiim.v1i1.170

Keywords:

Merdeka Belajar, Indonesian Language Learning, Student-Centered Pedagogy, Curriculum Reform

Abstract

This qualitative case study explores the implementation of the "Merdeka Belajar" (Freedom to Learn) approach in Indonesian language learning at the senior high school level. The study investigates the perceptions and practices of Indonesian language teachers, the alignment between Merdeka Belajar principles and classroom instruction, and the challenges and opportunities associated with this innovative curriculum framework. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and the analysis of curricular materials. The findings reveal a varied landscape of Merdeka Belajar implementation, with some teachers enthusiastically embracing the approach and others struggling to adapt. Key factors influencing the process include teacher beliefs, administrative support, and the broader educational ecosystem. The study highlights the potential of Merdeka Belajar to transform Indonesian language education by fostering student-centered, personalized, and technology-enhanced learning experiences. The insights gained can inform policymakers, school leaders, and educators in their efforts to effectively integrate the Merdeka Belajar approach and deliver a more empowering and relevant language curriculum.

References

Astuti, P., & Lammers, J. C. (2017). Individual agency in language learning: Indonesian students' perspectives on active learning in remote schools. The Asia-Pacific Education Researcher, 26(5), 331-340. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40299-017-0349-5

Atmojo, A. E. P., & Nugroho, A. (2020). EFL classes must go online! Teaching activities and challenges during COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia. Register Journal, 13(1), 49-76. https://doi.org/10.18326/rgt.v13i1.49-76

Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3(2), 77-101. https://doi.org/10.1191/1478088706qp063oa

Creswell, J. W., & Poth, C. N. (2018). Qualitative inquiry and research design: Choosing among five approaches (4th ed.). Sage Publications.

Emilia, E. (2016). A critical genre-based approach to teaching academic writing in a tertiary EFL context in Indonesia. TEFLIN Journal, 26(1), 75-96. https://doi.org/10.15639/teflinjournal.v26i1/75-96

Firman, F., & Rahayu, S. (2020). Pembelajaran online di tengah pandemi Covid-19. Indonesian Journal of Educational Science (IJES), 2(2), 81-89. https://doi.org/10.31605/ijes.v2i2.659

Fithriani, R. (2018). Discrimination behind NEST and NNEST dichotomy in ELT profesionalism. KnE Social Sciences, 3(4), 741-755. https://doi.org/10.18502/kss.v3i4.2035

Kemendikbud. (2020). Merdeka Belajar: Kampus Merdeka. Kemendikbud.

Kurniawati, L., & Wulyani, A. N. (2020). Teacher's beliefs and practices in implementing Merdeka Belajar curriculum: A case study. Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan, 5(6), 762-768. https://doi.org/10.17977/jptpp.v5i6.13613

Lincoln, Y. S., & Guba, E. G. (1985). Naturalistic inquiry. Sage Publications.

Muhsyanur. (2019). Pengembangan Keterampilan Membaca: Suatu Keterampilan Berbahasa Reseptif. Uniprima Press, Sengkang-Indonesia/ https://books.google.co.id/books?id

Muhsyanur, M. (2020). Literasi Psikopedagogik: Membaca Karakter Tokoh dalam Novel Cinta di Ujung Sajadah Karya Asma Nadia Sebagai Materi Pembelajaran Sastra pada Satuan Pendidikan Sekolah Menengah Atas. KLITIKA: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Dan Sastra Indonesia, 2(1), 65–75. https://doi.org/10.32585/klitika.v2i1.713

Muhsyanur, Rahmatullah, A. S., Misnawati, Dumiyati, & Ghufron, S. (2021). The Effectiveness of “Facebook” As Indonesian Language Learning Media for Elementary School Student: Distance Learning Solutions in the Era of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Multicultural Education, 7(04), 38–47. https://www.mccaddogap.com/ojs/index.php/me/article/view/8%0Ahttps://www.mccaddogap.com/ojs/index.php/me/article/download/8/10

Nurchasanah, N., & Mukminatien, N. (2019). Developing collaborative learning community among EFL teachers. Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan, 4(5), 593-598. https://doi.org/10.17977/jptpp.v4i5.12282

Nugroho, A., Hagerman, M. S., Wahyudin, A., & Zamroni, Z. (2020). Technology-mediated project-based language learning: Students' perceptions and experiences. Computer Assisted Language Learning, 33(5-6), 630-645. https://doi.org/10.1080/09588221.2019.1605556

Patton, M. Q. (2015). Qualitative research and evaluation methods (4th ed.). Sage Publications.

Purwanto, A., Pramono, R., Asbari, M., Hyun, C. C., Wijayanti, L. M., & Putri, R. S. (2020). Studi eksploratif dampak pandemi COVID-19 terhadap proses pembelajaran online di sekolah dasar. EduPsyCouns: Journal of Education, Psychology and Counseling, 2(1), 1-12.

Sadikin, A., & Hamidah, A. (2020). Pembelajaran Daring di Tengah Wabah Covid-19. Biodik, 6(2), 214-224. https://doi.org/10.22437/bio.v6i2.9759

Saputra, H. A., & Permatasari, D. (2021). Merdeka Belajar: A Policy Analysis on Indonesian Education System. AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan, 13(1), 277-288. https://doi.org/10.35445/alishlah.v13i1.449

Sari, E. R., & Setiawan, B. (2019). Contextual Teaching and Learning approach through Portfolio Assessment to Improve Students' Learning Outcomes in Indonesian Language Subject. Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan, 4(1), 83-89. https://doi.org/10.17977/jptpp.v4i1.11819

Sulistiyo, U., Haryanto, Widodo, A., & Supriyana. (2019). Preparing professional teachers: A lesson from Japan and Indonesia. International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change, 5(4), 324-340.

Taufik, A., & Ismail, A. (2019). Implementasi Konsep Merdeka Belajar dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia di Sekolah Dasar. Jurnal Kajian Bahasa, Sastra dan Pengajaran, 1(2), 92-101.

Widiati, U., & Hayati, N. (2015). Revisiting the roles of Indonesian language teachers: Challenges and opportunities in the 21st century. Proceedings of the 62nd TEFLIN International Conference, 53-57.

Yin, R. K. (2017). Case study research and applications: Design and methods (6th ed.). Sage Publications.