Comparison of educational policies and curricula of Japanese and Indonesian elementary schools at the present time
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https://doi.org/10.37134/jrpptte.vol14.2.8.2024Keywords:
Education Policy, Elementary school curriculum, Japan, IndonesiaAbstract
Education plays an important role in the progress of a nation, and Japan has long been an example of an effective and efficient education system. This research compares the education policies and elementary school curricula between Japan and Indonesia today. Using the literature study method, this research describes how Japan integrates moral values and life skills in education through the “Doutoku-Kyouiku” program and seikatsu lessons, which teach students about everyday behavior. Meanwhile, Indonesia adopted the Pancasila Learner Profile as a reference for character education based on the Minister of Education, Culture and Research Regulation No.12 of 2024. The results show that although the two countries have different approaches, both are committed to providing quality and inclusive education. Japan emphasizes the development of academic competence and character, while Indonesia focuses more on character development through Pancasila values. The Japanese education policy and curriculum can thus be used as a reference for Indonesia to improve the quality of education in the future towards the Golden Indonesia 2045.
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