ANALISIS PENERAPAN PEMBELAJARAN IPA DI SEKOLAH DASAR PADA KURIKULUM 2013 DAN KURIKULUM MERDEKA

This study examines the implementation of Science (IPA) education in primary schools under two different curricula, namely the 2013 Curriculum and the independent curriculum. Amidst rapid technological advancements and evolving teaching approaches, education in Indonesia has undergone transformation through the independent curriculum. The independent curriculum offers a more flexible, interactive, and relevant approach, focusing on integrating Natural Sciences and Social Sciences (IPAS). It identifies challenges and disparities in implementing IPA education between the 2013 curriculum and the independent curriculum. The analysis encompasses material integration, teaching methods, and teacher adaptability within the local context. The findings reveal that the independent curriculum presents a more holistic approach, enabling deeper, more meaningful, and continuous learning, while providing students opportunities to engage with current issues such as the environment and health. However, the research also highlights challenges in implementing the independent curriculum, especially concerning the integration of IPA and IPS, which requires better coordination in composing materials and textbooks. Teacher flexibility in tailoring lessons to students' needs and local contexts is also a focus of this study. Keywords: 2013 curriculum, independent curriculum, primary school