Student Perceptions toward Eight Forms of Independent Learning Activities in Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM)

Abstract

Exploring educational opportunities beyond the official curriculum and campus environment is a means for students to enhance the competencies of future graduates who can thrive in both national and international industrial settings. This study's objective is to assess students' awareness and engagement with the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) policy and its consequences. The research methodology employed in this study involves a survey using descriptive analysis techniques. The study involved 350 undergraduate students as participants, and data collection was conducted through a questionnaire comprising two sections: one for capturing respondent demographics and the other for inquiring about their perspectives on the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) policy. The study's findings suggest that students exhibit a considerable level of awareness regarding the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) policy, and their participation is also notably high. Moreover, the feedback regarding the impact of the MBKM policy on students is positively inclined. This positive response is rooted in the advantages offered by the MBKM program, such as enhanced learning experiences, the allocation of 20 credits, and the development of soft skills. Consequently, the MBKM policy holds the potential to encourage greate.r student involvement in extracurricular learning activities outside the official curriculum and campus. Hence, the outcomes of this study carry several important implications. First, because students are so aware of the MBKM policy, they will continue to attend the program with great enthusiasm. Second, because there is a lot of student interest in the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) program, the quality of learning that takes place off campus will improve. Third, the study program will successfully maintain the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) program. This is based on the advantages of the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) program, which can offer a variety of skills, knowledge of different cultures, and adaptability, including leadership skills.