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Flexible Approach In English Language Learning Curriculum Design: Optimizing Teaching In Merdeka Curriculum Syifa Fauziah Irsyad; Hermawati Syarif; Yetti Zainil
Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies Vol. 4 No. 11 (2024): Journal Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies
Publisher : Green Publisher Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59188/eduvest.v4i11.43675

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The Merdeka Curriculum implemented in Indonesia aims to create an education system that is more adaptive and responsive to local and global needs. In English language teaching, curriculum flexibility allows teachers to adjust learning materials to students' local contexts, thus encouraging student engagement in the learning process. This study aims to explore the application of flexibility in English curriculum design under the Merdeka Curriculum in five junior high schools in Solok City, West Sumatra. A qualitative approach with a case study method was used, with data collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and student interviews. The results showed that flexibility in the preparation of teaching materials and teaching methods allowed teachers to adjust teaching to local needs. However, teachers faced challenges in balancing local materials with national competency standards and limited resources. This flexibility increased student engagement, although some students struggled without adequate guidance. In conclusion, support in the form of guidance, training, and additional resources are needed to optimize the implementation of curriculum flexibility
Analyzing Higher and Lower Order Thinking Skills in the “English for Nusantara” Grade VIII Textbook Reading Comprehension Exercises Nina Puspitaloka; Ermanto Ermanto; Yetti Zainil
JOLLT Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): January
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v14i1.17507

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Textbooks serve an important impact in molding students' learning outcomes, especially in terms of reading comprehension and cognitive skills. Recent research on Indonesian EFL textbooks, however, indicates that comprehension tasks are frequently dominated by lower level thinking skills (LOTS), with few possibilities for higher order thinking skills (HOTS). The purpose of this study is to determine the extent to which LOTS and HOTS are reflected in the reading comprehension activities of the English for Nusantara textbook. A qualitative content analysis approach was used to assess 64 reading comprehension questions from five chapters using Bloom's Revised Taxonomy. The data suggest that LOTS are more prominently represented (64%), particularly at the remembering and comprehending levels, while HOTS appear to a lesser extent (36%) while analyzing and assessing activities. The generating level (C6) was missing from all chapters. Although the cognitive requirement gradually increased in later chapters, the overall distribution remained imbalanced, with LOTS dominating the majority of activities. Beyond description, these findings have practical ramifications. Teachers are encouraged to enhance their classroom practice by including HOTS-oriented activities such as debates, project-based learning, and creative writing projects to build evaluation and creation abilities. Textbook authors and curriculum developers, meanwhile, should redesign future editions to include a more balanced number of LOTS and HOTS, ensuring that comprehension exercises not only strengthen core literacy but also challenge students to think critically and creatively. By doing so, textbooks can better connect with the ideals of the Kurikulum Merdeka and the Profil Pelajar Pancasila.
PELATIHAN INFORMASI KEARIFAN BUDAYA SEBAGAI WADAH PEMBERDAYAAN SISTEM INFOMASI NAGARI DAN AI Muhammad Zaim; Hasanuddin WS; Jufrizal; Yetti Zainil; Agustina; Abdurahman; Havid Ardi; Muhammad Al-Hafizh; Ahmad Nusi; Muflihatuz Zakiyah
Diklat Review : Jurnal manajemen pendidikan dan pelatihan Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): JURNAL DIKLAT REVIEW
Publisher : Komunitas Manajemen Kompetitif

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35446/diklatreview.v9i3.2679

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Nagari Siguntur, located in Koto XI Tarusan District, Pesisir Selatan Regency, has great potential for cultural tourism. However, information related to the tourism profile, transportation access, infrastructure, and event schedules in the area is still unavailable, even on the official village website, which has led to tourism stagnation. This Community Service Program aims to provide training and assistance in developing digital content about cultural wisdom for the Nagari Siguntur officials as part of the Empowerment Forum for the Village Information System (SINAR) and AI integration. Through this program, the Nagari Siguntur officials are expected to be equipped and ready to establish an AI-assisted Village Information System (SINAR) that provides sufficient public information, thereby accelerating the realization of an independent village in terms of cultural information, with positive impacts on tourism and the local economy. The methods used include training sessions introducing basic concepts of culture and cultural wisdom, cultural content writing, interview techniques, journalistic ethics, and the use of social media platforms for publication, as well as workshops on writing engaging and informative cultural content and managing social media platforms such as websites.
Co-Authors , Junaidi . Ermanto Abdurahman . Agustina Ahmad Nusi Annisa Elmida Rizma Annisa Krismadayanti Ardiel, Vonny Aryuliva Adnan Azhari, Zakiyurrahman budiyanti, kurnia Cicilia Ratna Sari Cut Raudhatul Miski Deby Oktaviani Rusdi Dina Syarifah Nasution Dini Deswarni, Dini Dony Efriza Elsy Fitri Yana Elsya Dwi Wahyuni Fadila, Meisyani Gustri Fadilah Zunuaris Fairatul Husna Daslin Fitrawati Fitrawati Fitrawati Fitrawati Fitrawati Fitrawati Fitrawati Fitrawati Fujinda Kardila Handayani. SB Hanifha Kemalasari Hasanuddin WS Havid Ardi Hendra Eka Putra HERI WAHYUDI Hermawati Syarif Hermawati Syarif Hevriani Sevrika Hikmah, Sri Honesty Yonanda Ayudhia Jasrial, Dedi Jufrizal Jufrizal Junaidi, Elwa Lusi Marleni, Lusi M. Zaim M. Zaim Maitri Lusiana Mega Yulia Meisyani Gustri Fadila Merry Sylvia Muflihatuz Zakiyah Muhammad Al-Hafizh Muhammad Alhadi Muhammad Zaim Muliya, Zahrani Esa Nadya La Viola Nadya Zalviani Niken Safitri Nina Puspitaloka Nisa Fitri Novita Rahmadani Nur Hidayatillah Nurul Hapizah Damanik Oktavia, Witri Pertiwi Putri Primayadi Putri Dian Afrinda Rafika Ramadhani Rahmi Mardianti Rahmi Maya Aulia Ramadhani, Fiona Ratmanida, Ratmanida Refnaldi Refnaldi Refnaldi Refnaldi Rizaldy Hanifa Rizki Dian Retno Rizkiyuni Yuni Chaniago Rizma, Annisa Elmida Safnil Arsyad Salsabillah, Aini Selvina Salsabila Sepyanda, Marsika Sherly Oktaviani Sitti Fatimah Syifa Fauziah Irsyad Tasia Putri Iglen Tasya Lavinska Agustin Titi Mulya Tressyalina Tressyalina Tyara Wulandari Uswatun Hasanah Yude Wati, Siska Oktawidya Widia Yunita Widia Yunita, Widia Yenni Rozimela Yola Afriliamanda Yude, Uswatun Hasanah Yunita Hutabarat Yusra, Siti Rahimah Zaim, M