Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Mas Said Surakarta
International Conference on Islamic Education and Instruction

Problems Implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka in Elementary School Social Studies Learning

Date Published : 30 March 2026

Contributors

Elza Lutfiani

Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta, Indonesia
Author

Susi Suryani

Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta, Indonesia
Author

Nurhaida Rizqi Aulia

Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta, Indonesia
Author

Muhammad Rama Patriyas

Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta, Indonesia
Author

Keywords

Problems independent curriculum social sciences elementary school

Proceeding

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Conference on Islamic Education and Instruction 2025

Track

General Track

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Abstract

The curriculum serves as a guideline in the teaching and learning process, ensuring that education is directed and aligned with the desired competency targets. This study examines the challenges faced by teachers in implementing the Independent Curriculum (Kurmer) in Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) learning in elementary schools. The purpose of this study was to identify the challenges faced by teachers in implementing the new curriculum, particularly in Social Sciences (IPS). The method used was descriptive qualitative, using observation, interviews, and documentation studies of third-grade teachers at SD Negeri 03 Pojok, Mojogedang, Karanganyar. The results revealed various obstacles, such as teachers' poor understanding of curriculum components (CP, TP, ATP), limited resources, and difficulties in developing materials and evaluating social studies learning contextually. In conclusion, ongoing training and support for learning resources are needed to support the successful implementation of the Independent Curriculum.

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Lutfiani, E., Suryani, S., Aulia, N. R., & Patriyas, M. R. (2026). Problems Implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka in Elementary School Social Studies Learning. International Conference on Islamic Education and Instruction, 2(1), 545-555. https://conferences.uinsaid.ac.id/iciei/paper/view/871