Integrating AI Technology into the Merdeka Curriculum to Support Students Mental Health and Emotional Monitoring

Abstract

 This study investigates the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Indonesia’s Merdeka Curriculum to support students’ mental health and emotional well-being. Using a qualitative case study approach, interviews were conducted with teachers, school counselors. The research identifies AI’s potential to offer real-time insights into students’ emotional states, aiding early detection of psychological distress and fostering personalized socio-emotional learning. However, concerns about data privacy, teacher training, and ethical implementation were highlighted. The study emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that aligns AI with the values of the Merdeka Curriculum, suggesting that successful integration requires collaboration, policy regulation, and ethical practices.