IMPLEMENTASI PEMBELAJARAN MENDALAM (DEEP LEARNING) DI LEMBAGA PAUD SEBAGAI PENGUATAN KURIKULUM MERDEKA

Abstract

The implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in Early Childhood Education (ECE) institutions requires a learning approach that is capable of fostering children's competencies in meaningful ways. However, the implementation of deep learning still requires further conceptual and practical examination. This study aims to analyze the implementation of deep learning in Early Childhood Education (ECE) institutions as a strategy to strengthen the Merdeka Curriculum and to identify the factors supporting its successful implementation. This study employed a library research method by analyzing various scholarly sources, including books, journal articles, policy documents, and official publications issued by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology of Indonesia. The findings indicate that deep learning in ECE emphasizes concrete, active, and child-centered learning experiences through three core characteristics: meaningful learning, mindful learning, and joyful learning. This approach contributes to developing a stronger understanding, improving the effectiveness of children's developmental assessment, and supporting the achievement of the Merdeka Curriculum objectives. Its successful implementation is influenced by holistic instructional planning, the availability of adequate facilities and infrastructure, continuous teacher professional development, and sustained policy support. These findings are expected to serve as a reference for ECE institutions and educators in designing learning strategies that are more effective, meaningful, and responsive to the developmental needs of young children.