EFL Teacher’s Challenges in Implementing Project Based Learning (PjBL) in the Context of Merdeka Curriculum at Vocational High School

Authors

  • Nurfitrah Awaliyah Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Program Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia
  • Syarifuddin Dollah Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Program Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia
  • Muh. Tahir Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Program Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia
  • Nurrahma Maulida Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Program Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24256/ideas.v13i2.7541

Keywords:

Tiktok, English Education, Speaking Skills, Students' Perception, Tadulako University

Abstract

This research aims to explore the challenges faced by English teacher in implementing Project-Based Learning (PjBL) in the context of the Merdeka Curriculum in Vocational High Schools (SMK). Using descriptive qualitative method, data was collected through non participant observation conducted three times and fifteen minutes of semi-structural interviews with an EFL teacher at SMKN 5 Pangkep. The findings reveal that teacher encountered various obstacles, such as limited class hours, students' lack of understanding of project concepts, and insufficient opportunities for professional development. These findings highlight the need for ongoing support, whether in the form of training or policy adjustments, to ensure that PjBL implementation can be carried out more effectively in line with the spirit of the Merdeka Curriculum.

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2025-11-05

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Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature

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