Analisis Tujuan Pendidikan Terhadap Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar Dalam Menghadapi Tantangan Pendidikan Era Revolusi Industri 4.0

Abstrak

This study aims to examine the alignment between the goals of national education and the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum in addressing educational challenges in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The research adopts a literature review approach by analyzing various references, including legislation, academic literature, scholarly articles, and official policy documents. The findings indicate that the Merdeka Curriculum is fundamentally aligned with the direction of national education, which emphasizes the holistic development of students' potential. Through flexible learning methods, project-based models, and the reinforcement of the Pancasila Student Profile, the curriculum is considered capable of equipping learners with 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. However, practical implementation still faces several challenges, particularly in terms of uneven teacher understanding and limited educational facilities. Therefore, synergy among supportive policies, improved teacher competencies, and the provision of adequate learning infrastructure are key factors for the successful and optimal implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum