Abstract: This research aims to find out how the the implementation of
differentiated learning in teaching English subject and the strength and weakness of
differentiated leaning in senior high-school, this research used a descriptive
qualitative method to describe the data. The primary data sources were collected in
eleventh grade SMA Negeri 1 Garawangi, while secondary data sources were
collected from interview with the teacher consist of 13 questions related to the
implementation of differentiated learning. The results of this study are that the
implementation of differentiated learning in teaching English subjects has
been carried out by fulfilling the three components of differentiated learning
namely content, process, and product. In its implementation, the researcher
found several strength and weakness. The strengths include embracing
diversity, increasing student engagement, and fostering personalized learning,
while the weaknesses include complicated preparation, limited facilities, and
varying teacher teaching methode and style. The researcher also found several
obstacles such as the ability of teachers and infrastructure. The solution
provided is to develop teacher competencies such as holding technical
guidance, outreach and training for teachers. In addition, the school also seeks
to improve the facilities and infrastructure owned by the school.
Keywords: Merdeka Curriculum, Differentiation Learning, Strength and
Weakness