Measuring Student Readiness for Independent Learning Programs in Higher Education to Support SDG 4: Quality Education

Muthahharah  Thahir; Widiawati Widiawati; Ananda  Rachmaniar; Cucun  Sunaengsih

doi:10.63230/jocsis.2.2.181

Authors

Muthahharah Thahir Ma’soem University Author
Widiawati Widiawati Universitas Negeri Padang Author
Ananda Rachmaniar Ma’soem University Author
Cucun Sunaengsih Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63230/jocsis.2.2.181

Keywords:

Educational policy, 21st Century Skills, Independent learning, Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM), Readiness assessment, Student readiness

Abstract

Objective: To measure the level of student readiness for participating in the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) Program at higher education institutions, particularly at Ma’soem University. Method: The study employed a quantitative survey method. Data were collected from 112 students selected from a population of 935 students using the Slovin formula. A Likert-scale questionnaire was used to assess three dimensions of readiness: physical readiness, psychological readiness, and material readiness. Instrument validity and reliability were tested, yielding a Cronbach’s Alpha of 0.960. Results: The findings revealed that students’ readiness to participate in the MBKM program was in the “Good” category, with an achievement percentage of 80.81%. Although overall readiness was satisfactory, the material readiness dimension, particularly the learning-recording sub-indicator, required further improvement. Novelty: This study proposes a comprehensive readiness assessment framework for Independent Learning Programs (MBKM) by simultaneously evaluating students’ physical, psychological, and material readiness. The framework contributes to SDG 4 (Quality Education) by providing evidence-based information to support inclusive, student-centered, and effective implementation of independent learning programs in higher education while identifying specific readiness dimensions that require improvement.

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