<![CDATA[This study aims to describe the stages and procedures for developing a local environment-based curriculum at Pembina Tana Tidung State Kindergarten through the integration of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach. The research approach used is mixed-method, combining qualitative and quantitative analysis through observation, interviews, document review, and questionnaire dissemination to obtain a comprehensive picture of the curriculum design and implementation process. The results of the study show that the implementation of CTL is able to increase the integration of the curriculum with the potential of the local environment through the selection of learning materials and activities based on real contexts. In addition, the integration of CTL also contributes to increasing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while encouraging higher learning activities and motivation in each stage of learning activities. This study also found that teachers' competence in designing contextual learning increased significantly after receiving continuous training and mentoring. These findings imply the importance of strengthening teacher capacity and providing a relevant learning environment so that the development of a locally-based curriculum can run optimally and sustainably at the early childhood education level.]]>
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