DEIKTIS: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025)

Teaching and Learning English Using Differentiated Learning Strategy in Merdeka Curriculum at Remote Island : Calssroom Practices

Wahdaniah Wahdaniah (Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia)
Sultan Baa (Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia)
Chairil Anwar Korompot (Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia)
Muhammad Tahir (Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
04 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study aims to examine the teaching and learning process through the implementation of differentiated learning strategy for teaching speaking in the Merdeka Curriculum at a remote island school. Employing a case study design, data were collected through direct classroom observation. Participants were selected using purposive sampling, involving one English teacher and five eighth-grade students. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings revealed that the teacher applied differentiation based on students’ readiness, interests, and learning profiles by using varied speaking tasks, contextual materials, and flexible grouping. Despite constraints such as limited technology, restricted instructional time, and lack of resources, the differentiated learning strategy fostered student engagement and improved speaking confidence. The results indicate that differentiated learning, when implemented responsively, can enhance inclusive and effective speaking instruction in remote educational settings.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

deiktis

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

DEIKTIS: Journal of Language and Literature Education is an academic journal published in April, August and December by the Indonesian Muslim Lecturer Association. This journal presents scientific articles on Learning, Education, Literature, Linguistics, ...