JPLED
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development (JPLED) in Press

Reconstructing Human Nature in the Merdeka Curriculum: A Philosophical-Anthropological Inquiry

Irvan Herlambang (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia)
Zahrah Luthfi Kholifah (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia)
Adinda Innayah P.l (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia)
Yuventio Dwi Arampan (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia)
Lia Febria Kurnianingsih (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia)
Nandang Budiman (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 May 2026

Abstract

The rapid transformation of Indonesia's educational system has raised concerns about curricula that prioritize measurable outcomes and technical skills, often neglecting the deeper dimensions of human identity. This qualitative study aims to reconstruct the concept of human nature as the ontological, anthropological, and philosophical foundation for developing the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia. Employing a critical library research approach, this study analyzes philosophical and anthropological perspectives on education alongside policy documents related to the Merdeka Curriculum. The findings indicate that the Merdeka Curriculum possesses significant humanistic potential through its emphasis on learner autonomy, differentiated instruction, and character development as articulated in the Pancasila Student Profile. However, tensions persist between industrial demands and the vision of education as a humanization process. This research underscores the importance of grounding curriculum development in a holistic understanding of human nature to ensure education nurtures learners comprehensively.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpled

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development is an open access, peer-reviewed, scientific journal published by GAES (Global Action and Education for Society). The aim of this journal is to publish articles dedicated to the latest outstanding developments in the field of education. It ...