Evaluating the Implementation of the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Belajar Program in Indonesian High Schools
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31100/dikdasmatappa.v7i4.4026Abstract
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Belajar (Freedom to Learn) program in Indonesian high schools and to assess its impact on education quality. This research employs a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data through surveys and interviews. Quantitative data were collected from 600 respondents (500 students and 100 teachers) across five provinces (West Java, North Sumatra, South Sulawesi, Bali, and East Kalimantan), while qualitative insights were obtained from in-depth interviews with 15 teachers. The findings indicate increased student engagement and teacher competence due to the new curriculum, though implementation challenges remain, particularly in training and infrastructure support. The study’s main recommendations include the need for further teacher training, improved learning facilities, and ongoing evaluation of the curriculum.
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