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Making Sense Of Mindfulness In Indonesian Elementary Schools: A Phenomenological Exploration Of Pupils’ Lived Experiences Of Concentration And Memory Within The “Merdeka Belajar” Context

Lauw Acep, Dewi Oktaviany
Abstract: This study aims to elucidate the essence of Indonesian elementary school students' lived experiences of mindfulness meditation and how it shapes their perceptions of concentration and memory in the context of "Freedom to… Learn." A hermeneutic-phenomenological study was conducted with five students in grades 4-5. Data were generated through in-depth conversations and participant observations during a four-week classroom mindfulness program and analyzed through phenomenological reduction and thematic synthesis. The research findings indicate that the unchanging essence, namely "a shift from an anxious mind to a calm mind that opens up space for learning," is expressed through four interrelated themes: perceived emotional calm, sustained attention, easier recall, and positive appreciation of quiet moments. The study concludes that mindfulness is not simply a technique, but a pedagogical way of life that begins with learning; integrating brief, mindful pauses can foster reflective, calm, and independent learners aligned with the Pancasila Student Profile.

Evaluation Of The Textbook "My Best Reading" Based On The Instrument By Mike Horsley And Kevin Laws

Abdul Syahid, Iffa Kharimah, Umi Maisarah, Meisya Rawenda, Kholida Ziya
Abstract: This study discusses the importance of textbook evaluation in education to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the learning process. Textbooks not only present information but also assist teachers in designing the curriculum,… rriculum, crafting learning activities, and assessing student progress. Therefore, a comprehensive evaluation of textbooks is crucial to assess their suitability for educational needs. This research adopts a descriptive qualitative approach and utilizes the evaluation instrument developed by Mike Horsley and Kevin Laws to evaluate the "My Best Reading" textbook. The evaluation results provide valuable insights into the strengths and weaknesses of the textbook and its contribution to improving the quality of educational materials. However, the study has limitations that need to be considered in designing more comprehensive recommendations for enhancing instructional materials.

The Student’s Perception of Using ChatGPT for EFL Students

Darma, Rizki Novia, Syahid, Abdul, Fatma, Ayu Putriana Lestari, Ahmad Basahil, Rini Listiya Ningrum
Abstract: ChatGPT has attracted considerable media and academic attention as one of the latest developments. It has the ability to generate answers to questions and perform other language-related tasks with exceptional accuracy. This… his is due to its extensive training set, which closely resembles human-produced texts. Many researchers consider ChatGPT to be an interesting tool for improving students' language and knowledge skills, as well as their problem-solving and communication skills. The study discussed some perceptions of the merits of ChatGPT on English student with each representative answering or filling a questionnaire containing their views or responses to ChatGPT conversations using a quantitative descriptive method. It is hoped that the study can learn how English education students feel using small talk, whether it is having a good effect on their performance or whether it is adversely affecting their performance in college. The results of correlation analysis show patterns of relationships between different variables. There is no linear relationship between the level of agree and strongly disagree, but there is a strong and negative correlation between the level of disagree and strongly agree. meanwhile, a strong positive relationship was observed between neutral and strongly disagree levels.

A Literature Review On The Use Of Songs In Teaching English To Young Learners: Benefits And Difficulties

Febrina, Widya
Abstract: This paper contains a comprehensive literature review on the use of songs in teaching English to young learners. This paper reviews the concept of teaching English to young learners, and then discusses the benefits and difficulties… ifficulties in using songs and how songs should be implemented in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom. A number of previous studies from 2008 to 2015 investigating the use of songs in teaching English have been analysed. Most of the studies used in this research are empirical studies. It is found that the benefits of songs to teach English can be classified into four categories: (1) affective; (2) cognitive; (3) linguistic; and (4) culture. This review presents a better understanding on the benefits and difficulties of using songs to teach English to young learners. It can be argued that teaching English songs to young learners is prominent. At the end, the author outlines several recommendations regarding on how to overcome the difficulties in teaching songs so the use of songs in teaching can be maximised.

Monitoring Activities On Student Abilities And Obstacles During English Learning Process

Krisna Dwi Alifhia Rezky, Sabarun, Sabarun, Qamariah, Zaitun
Abstract: This article was written to help readers understand the results of reading activities and the abilities and obstacles experienced by students during the learning process. understand the results of monitoring achievement… activities and abilities and obstacles experienced by students during the learning process. Monitoring is the routine data collection and process of targeting program targets that emphasizes the process and core of change. program target-targeting process that emphasizes process and kernel changes. the quality of the services we purchase while also keeping an eye on our accounts of what is done.

The Analysis of Curriculum Approaches in Foreign Language in Indonesia

Noor Muthiah, Hesty Widiastuty
Abstract: Foreign language education in Indonesia is evolving with the progress of globalization and increasing exchanges between countries. One of the key aspects of foreign language teaching is the curriculum approach used in the… e learning process. The purpose of this article is to analyze the curriculum approach used in foreign language teaching in Indonesia. This approach encompasses a variety of curriculum design methods and strategies and focuses on key aspects of foreign language learning. The purpose of this article is to examine curricular approaches to foreign language teaching in Indonesia. This type of research is qualitative research (qualitative research). Qualitative research seeks to understand and interpret the meaning of events in specific situations from the researcher's unique perspective. Qualitative research is a research-based process for understanding the problems of understanding and interpreting texts and creating big pictures from words in a scientific setting. The data collection method used in this study is a data collection method using the library search method. The results of this study demonstrate that this approach has been used as a perspective for curriculum development. Each institution takes a different approach depending on the educational goals they are trying to achieve.

CURRICULUM REFORM IN INDONESIA

Ningrum, Rini Listiya, Akhmad Ali Mirza, Zaitun Qamariah
Abstract: Abstrak Artikel ini memberikan gambaran tentang sejarah reformasi kurikulum di Indonesia, kondisi kurikulum saat ini, proses reformasi kurikulum, serta tantangan dan implikasi penerapan Kurikulum baru. Artikel tersebut berpendapat… erpendapat bahwa reformasi kurikulum sangat penting bagi sistem pendidikan Indonesia untuk memenuhi kebutuhan siswanya dan mempersiapkan mereka menghadapi tantangan abad ke-21. Sistem pendidikan Indonesia menghadapi beberapa tantangan, khususnya di bidang kurikulum. Salah satu permasalahan utamanya adalah tidak adanya keselarasan antara kurikulum dan kebutuhan tenaga kerja, sehingga terjadi ketidaksesuaian antara keterampilan yang diajarkan di sekolah dengan yang dibutuhkan oleh pasar tenaga kerja. Selain itu, sistem pendidikan telah dikritik karena penekanannya yang berat pada hafalan dan hafalan, yang dipandang sebagai penghalang pengembangan pemikiran kritis dan keterampilan pemecahan masalah di kalangan siswa. Untuk mengatasi tantangan tersebut dan meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di Indonesia, telah dilakukan berbagai upaya untuk mereformasi kurikulum selama bertahun-tahun. Reformasi kurikulum terbaru, Kurikulum 2013, bertujuan untuk meningkatkan relevansi kurikulum dengan kebutuhan dunia kerja, mempromosikan keterampilan berpikir kritis dan pemecahan masalah, serta membekali siswa dengan keterampilan yang dibutuhkan untuk abad ke-21. Namun, penerapan Kurikulum baru menghadapi beberapa tantangan, termasuk pelatihan guru yang tidak memadai, kurangnya sumber daya, dan penolakan dari pemangku kepentingan. Artikel ini diakhiri dengan menyoroti perlunya upaya berkelanjutan untuk memastikan keberhasilan penerapan Kurikulum baru dan memaksimalkan potensi dampaknya terhadap kualitas pendidikan di Indonesia.    Abstract This article provides an overview of the history of curriculum reform in Indonesia, the current state of the curriculum, the process of curriculum reform, and the challenges and implications of implementing the new Curriculum. The article argues that curriculum reform is crucial for Indonesia's education system to meet the needs of its students and prepare them for the challenges of the 21st century. The Indonesian education system has been facing several challenges, particularly in the area of curriculum. One of the main issues is the lack of alignment between the curriculum and the needs of the workforce, resulting in a mismatch between the skills taught in schools and those required by the labor market. Moreover, the education system has been criticized for its heavy emphasis on rote learning and memorization, which has been seen as a barrier to the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. To address these challenges and improve the quality of education in Indonesia, there have been multiple attempts to reform the curriculum over the years. The most recent curriculum reform, the 2013 Curriculum, aims to improve the relevance of the curriculum to the needs of the workforce, promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and equip students with the skills required for the 21st century. However, the implementation of the new Curriculum has faced several challenges, including inadequate teacher training, lack of resources, and resistance from stakeholders. The article concludes by highlighting the need for continued efforts to ensure the successful implementation of the new Curriculum and maximize its potential impact on the quality of education in Indonesia.

The Analysis of Curriculum Merdeka Development in English Education Study Program

Syahlanudin, Siti Nurrahmah, Hesty Widiastuty, Zaitun Qamariah
Abstract: Curriculum Merdeka is a diverse and content-optimizing intracurricular learning curriculum that gives learners enough time to explore concepts and strengthen their competencies.  The development of this independent curriculum… iculum has implications for many things, namely changes in the previous curriculum, changes in learning models, learning media, evaluation of learning outcomes, and last but not least, the collaboration of universities with other universities that characterize the independent campus. The purpose of this study is to analyze the development of the Independent Curriculum that runs in the English Tadris study program, IAIN Palangka Raya. This research uses qualitative approach method. Researchers collect data use the  Data that can then be processed and described properly regarding the development of the Independent Curriculum in the English Tadris study program, IAIN Palangka Raya.

The  Importance Of Learning English At School

Darma, Rizki Novia Darma, Widiastuty, Hesty
Abstract: Through a review of the literature, this article seeks to assess the significance of learning English in school. The study investigates the importance of English language instruction in educational settings by reviewing… pertinent research articles and scholarly publications. The results show the importance of English language instruction in schools and the widespread use of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach because of its efficiency in the teaching and learning process. The CLT method helps students improve their communication abilities by inspiring them to see English as a useful instrument for efficient conversation. The communicative approach, or communative language teaching (CLT), involves teaching language through communication. This type of language instruction positions communication as both a purpose and a means of learning English. The improvement of students' communication and interpersonal skills is a priority in communicative language instruction. Through contact between students and between students and teachers, it is made sure that students are capable of speaking clearly and confidently in real-life circumstances. CLT fundamentally seeks to have pupils learn a new language by having them to interact with others in that language.  

The Application of English Learning in Merdeka Curriculum

Fatma, Fatma, Nirwanto, Rahmadi, Qamariah, Zaitun
Abstract: This research aims in order to help teachers and students create an effective and current curriculum that includes strategic approaches, teaching methods, and descriptions of challenges and solutions in implementing language… uage learning, the goal of this research is to explain an innovative approach to teaching English to non-native speakers of the language. English taught in Indonesian classrooms A approach for conducting library research was used. Data acquisition through documentation ISI analysis is the method employed. Because Indonesia's educational system was in crisis when this study was being written, it was decided to base its findings on ideas that are frequently utilized in teaching English. The principles of communication, empathy for others, knowledge integration, project-based learning, and technology utilization have been stated above.