Evaluation of the Merdeka Belajar Campus Merdeka Program (Student Exchange) Using the CIPP Model at Muhammadiyah University Sinjai

Abstract

The Merdeka Belajar Campus Merdeka (MBKM) policy introduces a new paradigm in education, particularly in higher education, and is considered relevant and appropriate for implementation in this democratic era. However, its implementation still requires evaluation, especially at Muhammadiyah University Sinjai. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the Merdeka Belajar Campus Merdeka program using the CIPP Model (Context, Input, Process, and Product). Location and Duration of Study: Muhammadiyah University, Sinjai Regency, South Sulawesi, during the 2020-2022 academic year. Methodology: This research uses the CIPP Evaluation Model with a qualitative approach to deeply understand the experiences of students and stakeholders related to the implementation of the MBKM program at Muhammadiyah University Sinjai. Results: Context: The evaluation of this stage shows the existence of policies related to the implementation of the MBKM program, which includes the curriculum and MBKM guidelines. Input: Availability of facilities such as platforms, websites, adequate rooms, and budget allocation related to the implementation of the MBKM program. Process: The presence of interactive and participatory teaching methods, as well as adequate academic support, provides a more meaningful learning experience for students. Additionally, the program encourages collaboration among students and community empowerment within the campus environment. Product: It was found that students participating in the MBKM program produced documentation in the form of accountability reports for each implemented program and also book chapters. Conclusion: The evaluation of the Merdeka Belajar Campus Merdeka program using the CIPP model indicates that the program is being implemented as evidenced by the enactment of the curriculum, the availability of guidelines, facilities, and budget. Overall, this study concludes that the evaluation demonstrates the successful implementation of the MBKM program, as evidenced by the execution of one of its activities, namely the student exchange program.