Analisis Kesiapan Madrasah dalam Mengimplementasikan Kurikulum Merdeka

Abstract

Curriculum changes in Indonesia are a recurring phenomenon. The change in education minister in the cabinet is seen as one of the reasons, although this is not entirely true. This of course must be followed by a thorough understanding of the curriculum and handled wisely. Curriculum changes must be adjusted to the scale of current needs and current developments. Madrasas are one of the educational institutions that must improve in order to face the new curriculum. The readiness of madrasas to face the new curriculum is very important so that they are not left behind and are able to compete with schools. This research is a literature review research which aims to describe the readiness of madrasah in implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka. The method used is the literature review method by combining various information obtained through various sources, including books, articles and other information obtained directly or indirectly by the writer. Based on the results of the study, it was found that there are six things that must be done by madrasah in implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka, such as: update on Human Resources knowledge, in this case educators as the main element in education in madrasah, improvement of facilities and infrastructure that support both directly and indirectly on learning activities, forming an integrative educational network with all elements of education outside the madrasah, strengthening digital media as an element that must be mastered in the 21st century, sustainable integration of Pancasila and religious values, improve the mentality of educators regarding curriculum changes. It is hoped that the implications of the results of this study will be a new motivation for educators to create a golden and independent generation without losing their identity as a nation of religion and diversity.