Determining Mandatory Contents Per Element Based on Kurikulum Merdeka for Office Management Skills Competency (MPLB)

Abstract

The community service program implemented for the Office Management and Business Services Subject Teachers' Conference (MGMP) in collaboration with Universitas Negeri Semarang aims to support the implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka in Vocational High Schools (SMK) in Kota Semarang. This activity will take place from April to May 2024. The Kurikulum Merdeka emphasizes student-centered learning and holistic development of student competencies and character. However, its implementation creates challenges for teachers, especially in determining mandatory content that is in accordance with Learning Outcomes (CP). The lack of clear and verified guidelines leads to non-clarity and inconsistency in the preparation and application of teaching materials. This service program is designed to provide intensive assistance and training to MPLB teachers in vocational schools regarding determining mandatory content. This activity includes training sessions, group discussions, and individual consultations facilitated by lecturers and educational practitioners from Universitas Negeri Semarang. The results of this activity show an increase in teachers' abilities to compile mandatory content in Phase E and Phase F in accordance with the elements in the Kurikulum Merdeka. Teachers will become more confident and skilled in designing lessons that are relevant and interesting for students, which in turn is expected to improve the quality of education in vocational schools. This program also provides important recommendations regarding the need for ongoing support and further training to ensure the successful implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka in the future.