Implementation of Merdeka Curriculum on Learning Outcomes of Pancasila Education Subjects at SMP Negeri 9 Surakarta

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This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the independent learning curriculum in the learning outcomes of Pancasila Education in class VIII at SMP Negeri 9 Surakarta. The research method used is quantitative, with data collection procedures starting with determining the sample using simple random sampling technique. Data were collected through the results of the midterm exam of Pancasila Education subject, with the population and research sample consisting of 32 students of class VIII A at SMP Negeri 9 Surakarta. Data analysis techniques using inferential analysis techniques, namely the t test, the t test used is paired sample t-test. The results showed a significant difference between the results of the midterm exam in the odd semester, which got an average score of 78.31 while the midterm exam results in the even semester after the implementation of the independent learning curriculum got an average score of 84.75. This research also contributes to the literature on teaching and learning Pancasila Education. Through analyzing student learning outcomes after the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum, this study can identify learning strategies that are more effective in improving students' understanding of Pancasila values.