IMPLEMENTASI PENERAPAN KURIKULUM MERDEKA PADA MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DI SMA NEGERI 1 DEPOK SLEMAN YOGYAKARTA

This research discusses the implementation of the independent curriculum process in the subject of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at SMA Negeri 1 Depok Sleman. The independent curriculum is an educational initiative that emphasizes independence in learning. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The results showed that the implementation of an independent curriculum in PAI subjects at SMA Negeri 1 Depok Sleman had significant changes in the teaching approach and the previous learning process. the independent curriculum facilitates the simplification of material from the previous to be short and easier and adapted to the needs of students and everyday life. teachers play an important role in the teaching and learning process to develop an understanding of religious and moral values. In addition, it was found that the implementation of the independent curriculum in PAI subjects provides opportunities for students to go deeper in their understanding of Islam and develop a strong moral character. This research provides important insights into the implementation of the independent curriculum in PAI subjects at SMA Negeri 1 Depok Sleman and can be an evaluation to develop the implementation of the independent curriculum and on how the independent curriculum can be well implemented in Islamic religious education in other schools