Al-Ahya: Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi
Vol 8 No 3 (2026): Oktober

An Analysis of Differentiated Instruction Under the Merdeka Curriculum in Grade 11 Biology Classes at Public Senior High School 1 Tinambung

Hadriana, Mila (Unknown)
Ilyas, Ilyas (Unknown)
Ali, Ahmad (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2026

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the implementation of differentiated instruction under the Merdeka Curriculum in Grade XI Biology classes at Public Senior High School 1 Tinambung and to identify the factors that support or hinder its implementation. A descriptive qualitative approach was used to provide an account of classroom teaching and learning practices. The participants were Biology teachers and Grade XI students. Data were collected through classroom observations, document analysis, and in-depth interviews. They were then analyzed systematically through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings show that teachers implemented four aspects of differentiated instruction: content, process, product, and learning-environment differentiation. They used diagnostic assessments to gather information about students’ characteristics and grouped students according to their ability levels, interests, or learning preferences. However, implementation was constrained by inadequate facilities and infrastructure, as well as limited instructional time. Student motivation was a supporting factor: when instruction was adapted to students’ needs and learning preferences, they tended to be more motivated and actively participate in learning activities.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

alahya

Publisher

Subject

Education Environmental Science Social Sciences Other

Description

Jurnal Al-Ahya is a journal that contains scientific articles of research results in the field of biological education. The focus and scopes of Jurnal Al-Ahya are as follows. 1. Design and learning models in biological education 2. Evaluation of biology education 3. Development and application of ...