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Navigating the Merdeka Curriculum in EFL Class at Islamic Junior High School: Teachers’ Perception and Challenges Rosadi, Abas; Alim, Condro Nur
Journal of English Language Teaching and Linguistics Journal of English Language Teaching and Linguistics, 10(1), April 2025
Publisher : Yayasan Visi Intan Permata

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21462/jeltl.v10i1.1523

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This research investigates EFL teachers' perceptions of the Merdeka Curriculum (MC) in State Islamic Junior High Schools (SIJHS) in Purbalingga regency, focusing on implementation challenges and solutions. Using a qualitative design, data were collected from six EFL teachers through interviews, classroom observations, field notes, and document analysis. Findings indicate that (1) teachers held positive perceptions of the MC, but (2) faced challenges due to limited understanding of the curriculum, delayed implementation, and difficulties navigating the Platform Merdeka Mengajar (PMM), exacerbated by insufficient motivation and lack of mandatory regulations for its use. To address these issues, the study recommends teacher training on effective MC implementation, collaboration through district teacher study groups (MGMP), meaningful teaching processes, regular evaluations, and intensive guidance to engage with PMM. These measures can enhance self-directed learning, teacher professionalism, independent learning, webinar participation, and overall professional development, facilitating successful MC implementation.
Innovative Approaches to English Language Teaching in Indonesian Public Islamic Schools: Insights and Challenges Saefurrohman; Balinas, Elvira S.; Rosadi, Abas; Nafisah, Shofia Lina; Pascarina, Hanifa
Script Journal: Journal of Linguistics and English Teaching Vol. 9 No. 1 (2024): April
Publisher : Teacher Training and Education Faculty, Widya Gama Mahakam Samarinda University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24903/sj.v9i1.1611

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Background: In Indonesia's public Islamic secondary schools, English Language Policy and Planning (ELPP) faces challenges such as resource limitations, a lack of qualified educators, and a non-standardized curriculum. However, despite these challenges, compared to ASEAN peers like the Philippines, Indonesia's approach lacks focus on student-centered learning, underscoring the need for enhanced ELPP strategies. Methodology: Four English language teachers and one headmaster participated as respondents in this research to provide comprehensive data findings. Data were collected through interviews conducted over the course of one month, employing guided questions. Subsequently, descriptive analysis was utilized to analyze the data. Findings: English's mandatory integration in secondary education, especially in Madrasah Tsanawiyah, highlights its crucial academic role. Analyzing educational policies and curricular shifts, from competency-based to the Merdeka curriculum, showcases Indonesia's deliberate push for English proficiency. Interviews stress the Merdeka Curriculum's CEFR alignment, prioritizing student empowerment through learner-centered methods and technology. Despite efforts, challenges remain in public Islamic schools, with teachers advocating for supportive environments due to limited exposure and resources. Conclusion: The complex nature of these challenges necessitates the cooperation of politicians, educators, and administrators to establish an atmosphere that promotes successful English language acquisition while also honoring Indonesia's distinct cultural and linguistic diversity. Originality: This study uniquely explores ELPP in Indonesia's public Islamic secondary schools, highlighting the balance between English proficiency and cultural preservation, offering fresh insights into the ELPP discourse in a multicultural and multilingual context.