Perceptions of English Teachers in Metro-Lampung on the Implementation of the “Kurikulum Merdeka”
Abstract
This study aims to describe the perception of English subject teachers towards the implementation of the “Kurikulum Merdeka”. The method used is the descriptive method. The sample of this study was 20 English teachers at Junior High School in Metro City, Lampung. Data on teacher perceptions were obtained through questionnaires and interviews. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis. The results showed that most participants agreed to the implementation of the “Kurikulum Merdeka” as if and recognized the advantages that existed in the “Kurikulum Merdeka”. Only some of the participants are less able to understand and apply concepts in learning activities optimally. Thus, it can be concluded that the perception of English teachers at public junior high schools in Metro-Lampung has a good perception of the implementation of the “Kurikulum Merdeka”.
Keywords: “Kurikulum Merdeka”, English Teacher, Perception English Teachers
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