Jurnal Armada Pendidikan Vol.
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ISSN 2985-8623 /Print/ ISSN 2985-7902 /Online/ Systematic Literature Review : The Role Of Digital Technology In The Implementation Of Independent Curriculum In Elementary Schools Rifa Yuli Wandira1*.
Deri Firmansah2 Hasan Sastra Negara3 Pendidikan Guru Madrasah Ibtidaiyah.
Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung *Email: rifayuliwandira@gmail.
1,2,3
Received 25/04/2025 .
Revised 04/05/2025.
accepted 04/05/2025 .
published 05/05/2025 Abstrak Kesenjangan dalam implementasi Kurikulum Mandiri di sekolah dasar masih terlihat, terutama dalam penggunaan teknologi digital yang belum merata dan optimal di berbagai daerah.
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji secara berkala peran teknologi digital dalam mendukung implementasi Kurikulum Mandiri di tingkat sekolah dasar.
Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan Systematic Literature Review (SLR) dengan menganalisis artikel-artikel yang relevan melalui database Google Scholar.
Garuda.
DOAJ, dan ResearchGate.
Dari proses pencarian awal terhadap 200 artikel, berdasarkan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi, tersaring 15 artikel ilmiah yang diterbitkan pada tahun 2020-2025 yang layak untuk dianalisis.
Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan teknik pengodean tematik.
Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa teknologi digital berperan penting dalam meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran yang lebih interaktif, adaptif, dan kontekstual sesuai dengan Kurikulum Mandiri.
Namun, tantangan seperti keterbatasan infrastruktur dan kompetensi guru menjadi kendala yang cukup signifikan.
Keywords: Systematic Literature Review.
Teknologi Digital.
Kurikulum Merdeka Abstract Gaps in the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools are still visible, especially in the uneven and optimal use of digital technology in various regions.
This research aims to regularly examine the role of digital technology in supporting the implementation of the Independent Curriculum at the elementary school The research uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach by analyzing relevant articles through the Google Scholar.
Garuda.
DOAJ, and ResearchGate databases.
From the initial search process of 200 articles, based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 15 scientific articles published in 2020-2025 were screened that were suitable for analysis.
The data was analyzed using thematic coding techniques.
The results of the analysis show that digital technology plays an important role in improving the quality of learning that is more interactive, adaptive, and contextual in accordance with the Independent Curriculum.
However, challenges such as limited infrastructure and teacher competence are significant obstacles.
Keywords: Systematic Literature Review.
Digital Technology.
Independent Curriculum
INTRODUCTION
The transformation of education in Indonesia has experienced significant acceleration since the implementation of the Independent Curriculum by the Ministry of Education.
Culture.
Research, and Technology (Audi et al.
, 2.
This curriculum emphasizes studentcentered learning, character strengthening through the Pancasila Student profile, and providing teachers with the freedom to design and develop learning according to the needs and context of the education unit (Nafi'ah et al.
, 2.
At the global level, the integration of digital technology in the world of education has become a strategic issue, especially in responding to the challenges of 21st century learning (Lathifah et al.
, 2.
In Indonesia itself, digital technology is beginning to be seen as a key accelerator in supporting the implementation of the Independent Curriculum (Kemendikbudristek, 2.
In its This Is an open access article under the CC BY SA-4.
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, 2.
However, in the context of elementary schools, the use of digital technology still faces various challenges (Wahyudi & Jatun, 2.
The main problems that arise include the gap in digital infrastructure between schools, low digital literacy of teachers, limited technologybased training in accordance with the principles of the Independent Curriculum, and suboptimal supporting policies at the regional level (Hadi et al.
, 2.
In response to this, education experts emphasize the importance of strengthening the digital ecosystem as a whole so that educational transformation is sustainable (Hadziq et al.
, 2.
Digital technology actually offers great potential in encouraging contextual and inclusive learning, through the provision of online learning platforms, the use of formative assessment applications, and strengthening teacher competencies through digital training (Fatimatuzzahrah et al.
, 2.
Therefore, a systematic review of the existing literature is needed to see the extent to which digital technology has been utilized in the context of implementing the Independent Curriculum, especially in elementary schools.
Several previous studies have touched on this topic.
Istiqomah.
Santosa, and Febriyanti examined teacher readiness for the use of digital platforms in the Independent Curriculum (Istiqomah et al.
, 2.
, while Tulak.
Gasong, and Baan discussed the effectiveness of interactive digital media in supporting differentiated learning (Tulak et al.
, 2.
However, these studies are still fragmentary and have not examined this issue comprehensively from various perspectives through the Systematic Literature Review approach (SLR).
This gap is the basis of this research, namely the need for integration and synthesis of various scientific sources to form a more comprehensive knowledge map regarding the role of digital technology in the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum at the elementary school level.
The novelty of this study lies in the methodological approach used, namely SLR, which allows the compilation of a literature map systematically, transparently, and based on valid scientific primary data.
With this background, the focus of this study is to systematically examine the role of digital technology in supporting the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools.
The purpose of this study is to present a literature synthesis that is able to describe trends in technology utilization, challenges faced, and opportunities and strategic recommendations in the context of elementary education based on the Independent Curriculum.
RESEARCH METHODS
This study uses a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach to systematically identify, evaluate, and synthesize previous research results related to the role of digital technology in the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools.
This approach aims to obtain a comprehensive and structured understanding of the topic being The design of this study follows the stages in the SLR which consist of: Identification of research questions The main focus of this study is: What is the role of digital technology in supporting the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools? Inclusion criteria: .
Scientific articles .
ccredited journals or proceeding.
Published in the period 2020Ae2025.
Discussing topics related to digital technology and the Independent Curriculum at the elementary school level.
Written in Indonesian or English.
Exclusion criteria: .
Articles that only discuss secondary or higher education.
Not available in full-text access.
Literature search The search process was carried out through several databases such as Google Scholar.
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Ay Data selection and analysis process From the initial search results, articles were selected based on the title, abstract, and overall document content.
Data were analyzed thematically by grouping articles based on main themes such as:
technology on learning quality, .
obstacles to technology use, .
recommendations for improving technology accessibility.
The analysis was conducted using a thematic coding approach , to identify patterns of findings from the various selected articles.
Each article was examined for its contribution to the research question, and the results were then synthesized into the main findings in this study.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Based on a systematic review of the literature by collecting and filtering data, researchers found 200 articles published between 2020 and 2025.
After the inclusionexclusion process, 15 articles were obtained that could be analyzed.
These articles focus on the role of digital technology in the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in elementary Figure 1.
Search results and article collection Figure 1 shows the search results with the keyword AuDigital Technology Independent Curriculum Ay using the Harzing's Publish or Perish application.
After the data collection and selection process, 15 articles were obtained that were considered the most relevant to the research topic from various journals.
Furthermore, the findings of this study will be presented in the following table.
Table 1.
List of Previous Research Author Name and Research Title Year of Publication Primanita Sholihah The Role of Technology Rosmana.
Sofyan in the Implementation Iskandar.
Alifia Nur of the Independent Azizah.
Nurfenti Curriculum at SDN Widiya Nengsih.
Purwakarta Regency Rahmah Nafiisah.
Virlee Isfa'lana Alfath .
Research result The results of the study show that the scope of the Curriculum covers broad aspects, not only limited to learning activities in the classroom, but also includes various external activities that are the responsibility of school institutions and educators.
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Rosiana Mufliva.
Digital Technology in The findings of the study show that the Johar Permana Elementary School application of digital technology in the .
Learning as a Priority learning process, especially through the use Issue in Efforts to Build of the Merdeka Mengajar Platform, not only Future Societies acts as a tool for educators, but also becomes a strategic foundation in driving the progress of the national education By prioritizing the values of collaboration, open access .
, and continuous innovation, this platform also supports the achievement of the Pancasila Student profile, namely students who have strong character, high integrity, and are ready to face global dynamics and challenges in the future.
Abdullah Arif The Influence of Digital This study revealed that the use of online Nurhikmah.
Choirul Technology in the learning applications can significantly Zamroni.
Implementation of the improve students' academic outcomes.
Muhammad Syafriel Independent which emphasizes the importance of Ula.
Jendra Wisnu Curriculum on integrating conventional teaching methods Hapsoro .
Improving the Quality with digital tools.
However, it should be emphasized that online applications should serve as a complement, not a substitute, to the teaching role provided by teachers.
The Divine Mercy.
The Role of Educational Research findings indicate that the role of Heni Pujiastusi Technology in the educational technology in the Independent .
Implementation of the Curriculum has a very positive impact on the Independent Curriculum in technology in the concept of independent Elementary Schools Eddy Saputra.
Implementation of Research findings show that with the Rayung Wulan.
Nur Independent Ali .
Curriculum by Utilizing technology Digital Devices at SDIT implementation of the Independent Al Barkah Bekasi Curriculum, educational institutions have a greater opportunity to realize learning objectives effectively and create deeper and more meaningful learning experiences for students.
English: The 2023 Numeracy Literacy The findings show that support in the form edition of the book is Assistance and of numeracy literacy mentoring and titled "The 2023 Technology Adaptation adaptation to technology is a strategic step Edition of the Book as an Effort to Support in supporting curriculum implementation.
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The Last Airbender .
Muhammad Febri Rafli.
Mahlianurrahman.
Cut Kumala Sari.
May Syarah .
Arif Prasetyo .
their understanding of mathematical concepts, improve their numerical competence, and equip themselves with developments in the future.
Strengthening the The implementation of the Digital-Based Pancasila Profile Based Pancasila Profile Strengthening Program at on Digital for Teachers Tana Toraja Elementary School proved that Tana Toraja training in utilizing the Sparkol VideoScribe Elementary School: application Efforts to Strengthen improving the Implementation of conveying Pancasila values through digital Independent media.
The teachers succeeded in designing Curriculum whiteboard animation videos that not only had visual appeal, but were also able to convey abstract material to students in a more communicative and interactive way.
Improving Digital The achievements of this activity can be Literacy of Elementary seen in the increase in teachers' knowledge School Teachers and skills in identifying and utilizing various Through the digital applications, both as a means of Application of Four delivering learning materials and as a tool Basic Principles of for assessing student learning outcomes.
Digital Technology Mastery Training on Compiling Digital-Based Differentiated Teaching Modules in an Effort to Implement Independent Curriculum Elementary School Learning Communities This activity provides a positive contribution to increasing teacher capacity in compiling learning documents.
The achievement of success indicators can be seen from the high level of teacher understanding of the training material, reflected in the score of In addition, teachers also demonstrated their ability to design digitalbased differentiated teaching modules, with an average score of 91.
Implementation of the Research findings indicate that the use of a Technology Approach technological approach in learning can in the Development of increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Independent the learning process, while helping students Curriculum in achieve predetermined learning targets.
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I Nyoman Laba Strengthening the The evaluation results show that the Jayanta.
I Made Citra Independent training provided successfully improved Wibawa.
Sariyasa Curriculum Through participants' ability to utilize technology to .
the Application of support improving the quality of learning.
Technology and Lesson which is reflected through the application of Study the lesson study learning model .
Diana Ariani.
Implementation of the This training has proven to be able to Suprayekti.
Sri Independent improve teachers' abilities in designing Lestari Ningsih.
Curriculum by Utilizing creative and interesting learning media.
Meisya Salsabil Infographic Media to with evaluation results showing a very high Zahra .
Improve the level of participant satisfaction.
Competence Elementary School Teachers in Jatibarang District.
Indramayu.
West Java Syavina Ananda Suci.
Analysis of Driving The results of the study showed that it was Asep Usamah .
Schools in effective in improving teachers' ability to Implementing Digital create creative and interesting learning Technology at Sd 3 media.
The high level of participant Purwawinangun satisfaction was reflected in the evaluation results obtained.
The film is based on The Role of Technology This study revealed that the use of the novel by Arinil in Supporting Learning technology has been applied in various Janah and .
Innovation the parts of the learning process, which has an Independent impact on increasing student interaction Curriculum for Class V and motivation, as well as helping teachers of SD Negeri 1 in delivering material more easily.
Sidoharum Widyana Nurfajar Implementation Isnaeni.
Humairah Digital Technology at Fauziah .
Tulungrejo 1 State Elementary School in Class IV Bojonegoro This study shows that the use of digital technology has made a positive contribution to improving the quality of learning at SDN Tulungrejo 1.
Table 1 displays a compilation of previous studies relevant to the topic of implementing digital technology in the Independent Curriculum at the elementary school This table summarizes the author's name, year of publication, research title, and main findings from each study.
In general, the research results listed show that the integration of digital technology has become an important aspect in supporting the implementation of the Independent Curriculum, both in the context of learning strategies, improving the quality of education, and strengthening students' characters.
DISCUSSION