Comparative Study of The Implementation of Digital Learning Media in The Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia and Thailand

• DOI: 10.52783/jisem.v10i6s.717
• Publication Date: 2025-02-05T07:37:13Z
• Authors: Sri Marmoah

The Merdeka curriculum is expected to improve the quality of education. Digital technology can affect learning in the Merdeka curriculum. Digital learning media is an intermediary technology that can be used for learning purposes. The aim of this study is to identify differences and similarities in the practice of implementing Merdeka curriculum digital learning technology between Indonesia and Thailand, and analyze the challenges faced. This research uses qualitative descriptive method with comparative study approach. Data was collected through literature study, observation, interviews and documentation. This research was conducted at SD Sekolah Penggerak in Surakarta City, Indonesia and Indonesian School Abroad (SILN) in Bangkok, Thailand. The results showed that the implementation of digital learning media in the Merdeka curriculum and Indonesian schools in Thailand has not much difference in concept and equipment used. The results of this study will provide a better understanding of how digital learning media is applied in the Merdeka curriculum, so that it can be used as an adjustment to improve the effectiveness of education.