The Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in Shaping the Character of Grade Five Students at GMIM 140 Pineleng Elementary School

This research aims to describe the results and find out the analysis regarding the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar curriculum in forming the character of students in grade V of GMIM 140 Pineleng Elementary School.It also examines the inhibiting and supporting factors for implementing the Merdeka Belajar curriculum in character formation.The type of research used is qualitative.Time and place of research at GMIM 140 Pineleng Elementary School in November-January 2024.The data sources for this research are primary sources and secondary sources.This research data collection technique uses observation, interviews and documentation.Data analysis techniques are data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions.To test the validity of the data using the credibility test.Based on the findings of the research results and discussion, it can be concluded that the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar curriculum in character formation for grade V of GMIM 140 Pineleng Elementary School has a positive impact and can be implemented well.Through careful preparation, with good cooperation between the school principal and teachers, the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar curriculum in character building has succeeded in supporting the development of students.Teachers use the freedom provided by this curriculum to create learning experiences that are interactive and pay attention to the needs, interests and potential of each student.Students show positive changes in being brave, creative, cooperative and independent.