The Concept of the Independent Learning Curriculum (Merdeka Belajar) in Elementary Schools in View Progressivism Educational Philosophy

Abstract

This study examines the concept of independent learning from the perspective of progressivism educational philosophy. The method used in this research is library research. The researcher reviewed various works of literature and then analyzed related to the Concept of Merdeka Belajar Curriculum in Elementary Schools from the Viewpoint of Educational Philosophy. Data collection techniques are conducted by including eligibility, screening, identification, and analysis from various sources such as books, articles, and relevant research results. The search for research data resulted in 5 electronic books and 36 articles from scholars. The texts studied included educational philosophy books and independent curriculum guides specific to elementary schools. In contrast, there are several selected articles. Articles found in the Sholer and Mendeley databases, using the search terms "Independent Curriculum in elementary schools, Educational Philosophy, Progressivism" in the title and keywords only selected articles which are continued in the discussion and the papers used are the last five years published in national journals (Sinta 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and several in international journals. Library materials from various sources, both in print and electronic form, go through the stages of eligibility, screening, identification, and analysis as needed to obtain proportions and ideas. The results of this study indicate the concept of independent learning with the flow of progressivism believes that education must be progressive, innovative, flexible, open, rational, and scientific according to the times. The concept of an independent learning curriculum in elementary schools from the point of view of the philosophy of progressivism education has similarities to progress and independence in educational practice. The relationship between the concept of independent learning in elementary schools from a progressivism point of view can be seen from the impact of its implementation: 1) for educators, the administrative burden will be reduced because the RPP tools are simplified; teachers have free time to improve competence through various platforms; Educators have the freedom to innovate and be creative. 2) Students can experience knowledge in their environment as character strengthening, learning themes, or critical issues related to sustainable lifestyles, culture, entrepreneurship, and technology. So that students can take real action in answering these issues according to the stages of learning and their needs.

Policy Analysis of the Implementation of Merdeka Curriculum in Elementary School

“…The data above shows the percentage of leaning towards good to implement the Free Learning Curriculum. The Free Learning Curriculum is a new system which in the process of implementation requires careful steps and intense discussion (Yunaini et al, 2022;Zahir et al, 2022). It takes more control from the central government to maintain.…”

Filsafat Progresivisme Dalam Kurikulum Merdeka

“…Progresivisme menjadi dasar dalam dunia pendidikan untuk mengembangkan kurikulum. Sementara menurut (Yunaini et al, 2022) konsep progresivisme berpendapat bahwa Journal of Innovation in Teaching and Instructional Media Volume 4 (1) September 2023, 10-18 E-ISSN 2746-3583, P-ISSN 2775 pendidikan harus inovatif, fleksibel, terbuka, rasional, dan ilmiah untuk mengikuti perkembangan zaman. Hal ini dilakukan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran pelaku pendidikan tentang cara menyusun kurikulum dalam mengantisipasi masalah di masa depan, Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan berusaha membangun sistem pendidikan dengan kurikulum mandiri.…”

Implementation of the Independent Curriculum to Improve the Quality of Learning English

“…This has the potential to increase student motivation and participation in the learning process, because students feel engaged and involved in a varied environment. In addition, this variation approach also allows teachers to accommodate diverse learning styles and provides opportunities for deeper understanding of concepts (Hadi et al, 2023;Yunaini et al, 2022). Overall, the ability of the Merdeka Curriculum to add variety to teaching strategies is a step towards learning that is more dynamic, interactive, and adaptive to the needs of today's students.…”