Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature Studies
Vol 6, No 1 (2026)

English Teachers’ Utilization of the Merdeka Mengajar Platform South Kalimantan

Yasyir Fahmi Mubaraq (Universitas PGRI Kalimantan)
Yulieda Hermaniar (Universitas PGRI Kalimantan)
Yulida Khairunnisa (Universitas PGRI Kalimantan)
Dini Noor Arini (College of Education, Washington State University)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Jun 2026

Abstract

The integration of digital learning technologies has transformed educational practices worldwide, especially in the era of Kurikulum Merdeka in Indonesia. The Merdeka Mengajar Platform (MMP) was introduced by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology to enhance teachers’ pedagogical competence, provide professional learning materials, and facilitate innovative classroom practices. However, the extent to which Englist teachers in South Kalimantan utilize this platform remains underexplored. This study aimed at investigating the perception, frequency, and challenges associated with the use of Merdeka Mengajar Platform among English teachers. A qualitative survey designed was employed, and data were collected from 100 English teachers through a structured online questionnaire. The study examines teachers’ perspective using two frameworks: the Teachnology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework. The analysis revealed that 96.5% of respondents perceived the platform as beneficial, yet it needs policy interventions to improve accessibility, technical support, and motivational strategies. This research contributes to the understanding of technology integration in language education and offer empirical evidence for further refinement of the Merdeka Mengajar Platform.Keywords: Merdeka Mengajar Platform, Teacher Competence, Digital Pedagogy, English Educatio

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jeltis

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature Studies (JELTIS) publishes academic articles that recognize successful engaged learning depends on effective partnerships between students, faculty, community agencies, administrators, disciplines, and more. The journal invites ...