Utilizing the Platform Merdeka Mengajar in Elementary Schools: A Fundamental Effort for Learning Reform in Indonesia

Nurul Muhlishah Hasman; Wawan Krismanto; Kamaruddin Hasan; Zaid Zainal

doi:10.56741/ijlree.v4i03.1316

Authors

Nurul Muhlishah Hasman Universitas Negeri Makassar
Wawan Krismanto
wawan.krismanto@unm.ac.id
Universitas Negeri Makassar https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0539-9658
Kamaruddin Hasan Universitas Negeri Makassar https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6286-2964
Zaid Zainal Universitas Negeri Makassar https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3216-597X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56741/ijlree.v4i03.1316

Keywords:

Learning characteristics, Learning reform, Merdeka curriculum, Platform merdeka mengajar

Abstract

Technology for teachers has a strategic role in supporting the learning reform, and in Indonesia, this process is currently taking place through the PMM. Therefore, this research aims to describe aspects of PMM implementation in elementary schools and the learning reform after teachers utilize PMM? Qualitative descriptive methods were used in this study. The participants were 6 principals and 11 teachers from 6 elementary schools in Cluster XVI Region 3 Parepare City, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Data were collected using interviews, observation, and documentation techniques. The research data were analyzed in three stages: data condensation, data display, and conclusions. The results showed that aspects of PMM implementation are school support, external support, teachers' learning collaboration, benefits, and barriers. The characteristics of learning after PMM implementation are the diversity of learning methods, utilization of technology in learning, application of differentiated learning strategies, application of project-based learning, diversity of learning media, and increased student engagement. Various changes in learning characteristics after using PMM indicate significant reforms in the quality of the learning process.

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Author Biographies

Nurul Muhlishah Hasman, Universitas Negeri Makassar

is an alumna of the Elementary Teacher Education Department, Universitas Negeri Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Her research interests focus on elementary school learning, particularly developed through her research methodology coursework and final project. She is passionate about exploring innovative learning approaches that enhance students’ engagement and understanding at the primary education level. (email: nur.lisa.pgsd@gmail.com).

Wawan Krismanto, Universitas Negeri Makassar

earned his Doctorate in Instructional Technology from Universitas Negeri Malang, East Java, Indonesia. He currently lectures in the Elementary Teacher Education Department at Universitas Negeri Makassar. Since 2011, he has been involved in higher education teaching and research, focusing on teacher learning and professional development, as well as the creation of educational media, resources, and instructional materials. (email: wawan.krismanto@unm.ac.id).

Kamaruddin Hasan, Universitas Negeri Makassar

is a Professor of Education and Teacher Training at Universitas Negeri Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. He lectures in both the Department of Elementary Teacher Education and the Postgraduate Program. His research and publications primarily focus on educational management, teacher education, and leadership development in education. He has authored numerous books and journal articles in these fields. (email: kamaruddin.hasan@unm.ac.id).

Zaid Zainal, Universitas Negeri Makassar

is a lecturer in the Department of Elementary Teacher Education at Universitas Negeri Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. His research interests include ethnomathematics and geometry learning for elementary students. He actively publishes books and scientific articles that promote culturally contextualized approaches to mathematics education. (email: zzaid@unm.ac.id).

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