Education experts express optimism with Nadiem Makarim's appointment as Minister of Education and Culture in the Indonesia Maju Cabinet by President Joko Widodo. They believe Nadiem can bring new methods to the national education system, which has seen declining student achievement over the past 15 years according to SMERU Research Institute. Observers like Bukik Setiawan and Najelaa Shihab highlight the need for education to be relevant and to foster strong citizens who support democracy and anti-corruption. They urge the public to allow Nadiem time to actualize his innovative programs, emphasizing that education should not only match job market needs but also cultivate cultural understanding.