The Problems of Indonesian Education Policy with the Change of Curriculum as an Effort to Improve the Ranking of Education Quality in the World

Syaiful Bahri; Murni Yanto; Baryanto; Muhammad Mujtaba Asad

doi:10.56741/IISTR.jpes.001019

Authors

Syaiful Bahri
syaiful@iaincurup.ac.id
Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup
Murni Yanto Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup
Baryanto Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup
Muhammad Mujtaba Asad Sukkur IBA University https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9532-7054

Keywords:

Change of Curriculum, Education Policy, Education Quality, Global Competition, Student-Centered Learning

Abstract

The curriculum is a fundamental yet often overlooked aspect of education, serving as the core of the learning process. It must be evaluated innovatively and dynamically to align with technological advancements and evolving societal needs. As technology progresses, education must adapt to equip future generations with relevant skills for global competition. A flexible, student-centered curriculum is essential, tailored to learners’ needs, interests, and experiences. This study employs library research, analyzing books, journals, and articles to explore educational challenges in Indonesia, including curriculum issues, corruption in funding, limited teaching hours, and restrictive teacher autonomy in lesson design. Potential solutions are drawn from successful models in Finland, Germany, and Australia, whose adaptable and equitable education systems could offer valuable insights for Indonesia. By addressing these challenges through evidence-based reforms, Indonesia can enhance its educational framework, ensuring it meets contemporary demands while fostering student-centered learning.

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Author Biographies

Syaiful Bahri, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup

is a lecturer in Management of Islamic Education at IAIN Curup, Indonesia. He actively publishes scholarly articles on Islamic-based educational management, curriculum development, educational zoning, student admissions, and institutional problem-solving in Islamic educational settings. He has presented at international academic conferences, including a proceeding in Bengkulu, Indonesia, and regularly serves as a guest lecturer at various universities. His primary interest lies in the effective management and development of Islamic educational institutions.
(email: syaiful@iaincurup.ac.id).

Murni Yanto, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup

was born in Musi Rawas, Indonesia, on December 12, 1965. He holds a Master’s degree in Indonesian Language Education from the University of Bengkulu and has been pursuing a Doctorate in Education at the State University of Jakarta (UNJ) since 2017. He became a permanent lecturer at IAIN Curup and currently serves as the Head of the Amanah Halal Product Center, a position he has held since 2017. His academic and professional journey reflects a commitment to educational development and institutional leadership. (email: murni_yanto@iaincurup.ac.id).

Baryanto, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup

is a lecturer in management of Islamic education at IAIN Curup, Indonesia. His academic work focuses on educational management, curriculum management, and evaluation. He is particularly interested in developing effective curricula within Islamic educational institutions and has contributed several articles.
(email: baryanto@iaincurup.ac.id).

Muhammad Mujtaba Asad, Sukkur IBA University

is an Assistant Professor and Lead Researcher of the Educational Technologies and TVET Research Group at Sukkur IBA University, Pakistan. With over a decade of national and international experience in the educational and industrial sectors, his expertise includes educational technologies, work-based learning, product-based education, and technical and vocational education and training (TVET). He has published over 60 research papers indexed in ISI and Scopus-listed journals and conferences. His innovative work has earned him multiple accolades, including three Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze medal in global research competitions, along with seven best research awards from Malaysia, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and the UAE. (email: m.mujtaba@iba-suk.edu.pk).

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