IMPLEMENTATION OF INDEPENDENT CURRICULUM-BASED LEARNING MANAGEMENT

Abstract

The Independent Curriculum Policy, which is considered a step towards achieving quality education, is still far from being understood by education stakeholders. (Zuhriyah, I. A., Padil, Moh., & Rabbani, I. 2023).  The implementation of the Independent Curriculum requires adjustments in learning management in elementary schools, particularly in the planning, implementation, and evaluation stages. This study aims to describe the implementation of the Independent Curriculum-based learning management at  Elementary School and assess its level of implementation. The study used a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and documentation studies. The results showed that the learning planning aligned with the principles of the Independent Curriculum (Kurikulum Merdeka) reached 87.5%, the implementation of student-centered learning reached 81.3%, and the implementation of formative and summative assessments reached 78.6%. The implementation of P5 was in the good category with an achievement of 75%. Overall, the management of the Independent Curriculum-based learning at Elementary School was considered good, although it still needs strengthening in the aspects of assessment and learning reflection.