Vocational High School Research Articles

Development of video tutorials on building construction and utilities subjects assisted by Bandicam application for grade XI students at vocational high school

The implementation of Building Construction and Utilities learning for class XI in Vocational High School (VHS) has faced several challenges including student understanding, teachers’ competency, and learning media. This study aims to result in a product, including the feasibility test and effectiveness on the topic of door and window frame details drawing assisted by the Bandicam application. We employed the Research and Development (R&D) model of 4D Thiagarajan. The trial was conducted on 14 students of the Building Information and Modeling Design (DPIB) expertise program class XI with input from 2 experts and 1 teacher. The data was collected through interviews, observations, and questionnaires. The obtained data was analysed using quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis and descriptive statistics. The results show that the 4 video products were feasible and effective as seen from the improvement of student learning outcomes in the subject of building construction and utilities.

Investigation of Differentiated Instruction Model ESP Based on Students’ Needs at Vocational High School in Palembang

This study investigates the application of differentiated instruction (DI) models in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) classrooms at vocational high schools in Palembang, focusing on students’ linguistic and vocational needs. Using a systematic literature review (SLR) following PRISMA guidelines, the research analysed 15 articles from Scopus, ERIC, Google Scholar, and Web of Science. The findings reveal that DI strategies are inconsistently applied, with teachers often facing challenges due to large class sizes, insufficient training, and resource limitations. However, when implemented effectively, DI has been shown to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. The study identifies best practices for enhancing DI in vocational ESP settings, emphasizing the need for curriculum alignment, task variety, and professional development to address the unique needs of vocational students. Recommendations include providing ongoing teacher training and better resources to optimize DI models in such contexts.

Overview of the problems of VET education: an Attempt for Classification and Cross-Mapping the Problems from 2024: A Case study

This study systematically examines the multifaceted challenges facing vocational education and training (VET) in Bulgaria, highlighting the persistent issues that undermine the effectiveness of the system. Through a comprehensive classification of these challenges, the research identifies key areas such as inadequate funding, outdated curricula, insufficient industry linkages, and a lack of qualified teaching personnel. The analysis reveals that long-term neglect, frequent political shifts, and ineffective policy measures have contributed to a significant skills gap among graduates compared to their predecessors. It summons cores of the multi-layered long-standing problems in Vocational education in Bulgaria. Long-term neglect, frequent changes in the views of various political entities with a strong influence on vocational education, inadequate malapropos and untimely fragmented half-measures, as well as the lack of the participation of serious business and expertise in vocational education are among the many reasons for the low level of technical and professional skills of the modern graduate of a vocational high school compared to his predecessor from the time of Polytechnicism. The absence of a cohesive framework for cooperation between educational institutions and industry stakeholders exacerbates the disconnect between VET programs and labor market needs. The paper also aims to provide a structured overview of the current state of VET in Bulgaria, offering insights that can inform future policy development and strategic interventions.

COMPETENCE AND TEACHER PERFORMANCE: AN ANALYSIS OF THE MODERATING ROLE OF JOB SATISFACTION

This study aims to examine the effect of competence on performance, with job satisfaction as a moderator, among vocational high school teachers in Pekanbaru City. The approach used is quantitative, with the research population consisting of all vocational high school teachers in Pekanbaru City, totaling 778 individuals. Based on the Krejcie and Morgan table (1970), the sample size is 260 individuals, selected through Systematic Random Sampling. Primary data were collected through a questionnaire using a 1-5 point Likert scale and processed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Smart PLS 3.0 as the analytical tool. The results of hypothesis testing indicate that: 1) competence has a positive and significant effect on performance, 2) job satisfaction also has a positive and significant effect on performance, and 3) job satisfaction moderates the effect of competence on teacher performance.

Resilience in 3rd grade Muhammadiyah Vocational High School students: The impact of achievement emotions

Third-year students at Vocational High School must meet many academic demands towards the end of their study period. These include fieldwork practices, report writing, attending sessions, taking tests, and preparing for exams and higher education. Such demands can affect their emotions and resilience, leading to a study being conducted to assess the impact of achievement emotions on their resilience. The research method employed in this study was quantitative, using a simple linear regression analysis technique. The research sample consisted of 183 third-grade students from SMK Muhammadiyah in Bandung, selected using a cluster random sampling technique. The study utilized two measuring tools: the achievement emotions scale and the resilience scale. The data collection method was a questionnaire, which was conducted both online and offline (paper-based). The results indicated that positive and negative emotions simultaneously influence the resilience of grade 3 vocational school students. Positive emotions play a significant positive role in increasing resilience, while negative emotions can reduce it. Educators and parents can focus on nurturing positive emotions in their students to create a positive learning environment. Cognitive restructuring may be the intervention strategy to change students' appraisal of learning situations so that they evoke enjoyment and relief and then eliminate boredom, making students more resilient.

Career maturity and career adaptability among vocational high school students: a moderated mediation model of future time perspective and future work self

Career maturity and career adaptability among vocational high school students: a moderated mediation model of future time perspective and future work self

Exploring the impact of student perceptions of Assessment for Learning on intrinsic motivation

Does student perception of Assessment for Learning (AfL) predict intrinsic motivation and is this relation mediated by the fulfillment of the needs for autonomy, relatedness, and competence? A total of 1658 students from junior vocational high schools completed a questionnaire assessing intrinsic motivation, need fulfillment for autonomy, relatedness, and competence, and perceptions of AfL practices. Structural equation modelling (SEM) was used to test the multiple mediation model of intrinsic motivation predicted by AfL through basic need fulfillment. Results indicated that AfL positively predicted intrinsic motivation, and this relation was fully mediated by fulfillment of needs for competence and relatedness, but not for autonomy. Perceived scaffolding predicted the fulfillment of all three basic needs and emerged as the primary predictor of intrinsic motivation. These findings indicate that fostering competence and relatedness through AfL practices may enhance student motivation.

Empowering Charactered Education: The Impact of Educational Management on Islamic Guidance and Counseling for Vocational High School Students

This research aims to analyse the role of educational management in field of Islamic guidance and counselling in creating character education for students at SMKN 1 Praya. The subjects in this study were school principals, educators, and education staff. While the object used is several students. The approach is qualitative, using a qualitative design and data collection methods including documentation, interviews, and observation. The steps of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion-drawing were all included in the interactive model developed by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana for the analysis of the data. The findings indicate that the planning for guidance and counseling services is spot on, that the implementation of the services is carried out by guidance and counseling teachers in accordance with the plan because they are aware of their responsibilities, and that the implementation of the services is program-based. However, certain programs cannot be carried out effectively. It is not ideal for the principals to oversee the guidance and counseling services program. Since character education is not offered in every subject at every educational institution, this study differs from earlier studies in the field. The study's findings can serve as a guide for character development in all educational settings, particularly when it comes to practically integrating character education into all subjects and extracurricular activities

Job Search Behaviors of Vocational and General High School Graduates: A Comparative Research

This study examines senior high school and vocational high school graduates' job search outcomes in Banten and West Java, Indonesia, high-unemployment regions. It examines how financial hardships, self-efficacy, and social support affect job search behaviors and outcomes. Survey research uses questionnaires to collect data. A cross-sectional time horizon is used to capture job search behavior in a non-contrived setting. Data from 512 female participants was analyzed to determine how variables affected job search outcomes. Data suggests that vocational high school graduates have stronger relationships between self-efficacy, job search behaviors, and outcomes than general high school graduates. It's important to tailor job search support and interventions to different educational backgrounds. This study sheds light on how financial hardship, self-efficacy, and social support affect job search behaviour and outcomes for Indonesian general and vocational high school graduates. For vocational graduates, self-efficacy indirectly affects job search outcomes through job search behaviors more than for general graduates. Vocational graduates are more affected by job search behaviors than general high school graduates. These findings demonstrate the differences in job search dynamics between educational backgrounds and suggest ways to tailor career support interventions to Indonesia's demographic bonus and Golden Indonesia 2045 vision.

Analisis Kualitas Sistem Informasi Absensi Karyawan di SMP Negeri 15 Jakarta dengan Metode Mccall

The Employee Attendance Information System is a crucial component in human resource management at SMP Negeri 15 Jakarta, a vocational high school institution. This study aims to analyze the quality of the attendance information system using the McCall Method, which provides a comprehensive evaluation framework. The analysis measures indicators of correctness, usability, reliability, and efficiency. The evaluation results show that the attendance system achieved average scores ranging from 0.74 to 0.76, with a total score of 298 out of an ideal score of 140, placing it in the good category. While the system functions well and positively contributes to management, there remains significant room for further development. This study identifies factors influencing system quality, which can serve as a basis for future improvements. The recommendations derived are expected to support the development of a more effective and efficient attendance information system, enhancing employee discipline and productivity, and contributing to improved educational quality for students.

Standard of Micro-Credential Quality Management System To Enhance Employability and Competitiveness of Graduates

The development of a Micro-Credential Quality Management System (QMS) aims to ensure that micro-credentials are of high quality and aligned with industry needs. Micro-credentials provide formal recognition of specific competencies acquired through short-term, focused learning, offering an efficient means to address the rapidly evolving labor market and technological landscape. This research adopts a Research and Development (R&D) methodology, involving a preliminary study, system development, pilot testing, and validation, to create a robust QMS framework. The QMS focuses on establishing clear standards, rigorous assessment processes, continuous improvement, and collaboration with industry stakeholders to validate competencies. The pilot testing of the QMS in vocational high schools demonstrated its effectiveness in enhancing the relevance and recognition of micro-credentials. The system ensures that issued credentials are aligned with industry demands, improving graduates' employability and competitiveness. The findings indicate that a well-developed QMS for micro-credentials can address gaps in standardization and ensure that credentials are valid, reliable, and recognized across different sectors. The implementation of the QMS facilitates tailored skill acquisition, lifelong learning, and global recognition, making it a critical tool for enhancing workforce readiness and competitiveness.

Religious Moderation: The Effect of Understanding Religious Moderation On Tolerance Perceptions and Behaviors In Vocational High School Students

Religious Moderation: The Effect of Understanding Religious Moderation On Tolerance Perceptions and Behaviors In Vocational High School Students

Factors That Influence the Work Readiness of Agricultural Vocational High School Students to Work in the Agricultural Sector

Objective: This study aims to identify factors that influence the work readiness of Agricultural Vocational High School students to work in the agricultural sector. Theoretical Framework: This study explores the influence of variables of learning motivation, job information, career expectations, industrial world practices, family support, self-competence, and spiritual intelligence on the work readiness of students of Agricultural Vocational High Schools. Method: This study is a quantitative study using a questionnaire to collect data from 132 student tourists. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression. Results and Discussion: The results of the study showed that the variables of learning motivation, job information, career expectations, industrial world practices, family support, self-competence, and spiritual intelligence had a significant influence on the readiness of Agricultural Vocational School students to work in the agricultural sector both simultaneously and partially. Research Implications: The results of the study revealed the influence of 7 variables that together affect work readiness. By knowing the influence of these 7 variables, Agricultural Vocational High Schools can apply the seven variables to improve their students' work readiness. Originality/Value: This study includes the spiritual intelligence variable as one of the variables that influences the work readiness of students at Agricultural Vocational High Schools, where this spiritual intelligence variable has not been studied.

The Effect of Project-Based Learning Models and Digital-Based Learning Media on Students' Work Skills in Accounting Subjects in SMK Negeri 1 Gorontalo City, Indonesia

Project Based Learning (PJBL) is a learning model that uses projects/activities as a means of learning to achieve attitude, knowledge and skill competencies. PJBL learning with the use of digital-based learning media is considered very important in improving student skills, especially in the digitalisation 4.0 era. This study aims to analyse the effect of using project-based learning models and digital-based learning media on student work skills in accounting subjects at SMK Negeri 1 Gorontalo City. This research uses a quantitative approach with causality. The type of data in this study is primary data through distributing questionnaires to students who are research samples to assess the effectiveness of learning using project-based learning models and digital-based learning media. The number of samples in this study were 156 students. The data analysis technique used is Multiple Regression with the help of SPSS version 21. The results of this study indicate that (1) the Project Based Learning (PjBL) learning model has a positive and significant effect on the work skills of students majoring in Accounting in Vocational High School (SMK) Negeri 1 Gorontalo City. (2) Digital-based learning media has a positive and significant effect on the employability skills of students majoring in Accounting in Gorontalo City. Based on these results, it can be a recommendation that the project-based learning model and digital-based learning media can be combined in order to increase student creativity in learning activities.

The Role of Organizational Commitment in Mediating the Influence of Work Motivation on Teacher Performance in State Vocational High Schools in Kendari City

This research analyzes the mediating role of organizational commitment in mediating the influence of work motivation on the performance of state vocational school teachers in Kendari City. Using quantitative methods with an explanatory research approach, this study involved 196 respondents from 7 state vocational schools in Kendari City, selected through purposive sampling. The results show that work motivation positively and significantly affects organizational commitment (path coefficient 0.510, p-value 0.000) and teacher performance (path coefficient 0.486, p-value 0.000). Organizational commitment has a significant effect on teacher performance (path coefficient 0.362, p-value 0.000). Mediation analysis confirms work motivation influences teacher performance through organizational commitment (path coefficient 0.184, p-value 0.000). In conclusion, work motivation is important for increasing a teacher's organizational commitment and improving teacher performance. The Southeast Sulawesi Provincial Government, in this case the education department, is advised to carry out regular monitoring of teacher performance and the effectiveness of training programs that have been implemented. This evaluation is important to ensure that the program meets the needs of teachers and students. It is recommended that further research use longitudinal studies and be carried out by comparing the influence of work motivation in various types of schools (for example, private versus public) or comparing vocational schools versus high schools. to gain greater insight into the dynamics of motivation in the education sector.

Hubungan Dukungan Teman Sebaya dan Kelekatan Orang Tua Terhadap Kecerdasan Emosional pada Siswa Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan (SMK)

The objective of this research is to determine the relationship between peer support and parental attachment with emotional intelligence in Vocational High School (SMK) students. The variables used in this study are peer support and parental attachment as independent variables (X) and Emotional Intelligence as the dependent variable (Y). The researcher employed a quantitative correlational approach with a sample of 247 students using proportionate stratified random sampling. The research instruments utilized adapted scales for emotional intelligence, peer support, and parental attachment. The emotional intelligence scale was adapted from the Assessing Emotional Scale (AES) with a Cronbach’s Alpha reliability of 0.960, the peer support scale was adapted from the Peer Support Questionnaire (PSQ) with a Cronbach’s Alpha reliability of 0.782, and the parental attachment scale was adapted from the Parental Attachment Questionnaire (PAQ) with a Cronbach’s Alpha reliability of 0.820. The analysis results showed that the variables of peer support and parental attachment simultaneously indicated an R-Square score of 0.170 or 17.0%, suggesting that peer support and parental attachment are related to emotional intelligence by 17%, while the remaining 83% is influenced by other variables or factors outside of this study.

Employability on vocational high school students in the ”3T” area Bawean Island

Vocational high schools in ”3T” area on Bawean Island have limitations in human resources quality, equipment, production or practice tools, and industrial partnership, which differed from the vocational high schools located in advanced and developed areas. This research objective is to discover the description of employability to the vocational high school students in ”3T” area in Bawean island. The research method applied was the qualitative method using the phenomenology approach. The data collection was obtained through semi-structured interviews. This research participant was eight students at vocational high school "X," "Y," "Z," and "W" schools in Bawean Island, which is one of the ”3T” area. The analysis method in this research was content analysis. This research result shows that students in the ”3T” area were showing their effort to prepare themselves in facing the job market by enhancing their employability in learning activities within the class or practice in the laboratory. The students' employability includes skills, knowledge, comprehension, personality, career identity, social and human relations, and personal adaptability. Students realize that they are in the "3T" area and must work harder to improve their work skills so as not to lose their jobs.

Which reference groups matter for Taiwanese high school adolescent smoking? A card sorting study

BackgroundAdolescence represents a pivotal period for the initiation of smoking behaviours. While family, peer and social groups serve as significant reference groups influencing adolescents’ decision-making process, there remains a paucity of research that examines how diversified reference groups influence their smoking decisions.ObjectiveThe objective is to compare normative and informative influences given by different reference groups on adolescents’ smoking decision-making.DesignThis study applied reference group theory and used the card sorting technique. Adolescents were presented with 16 cards portraying various reference groups and 27 cards portraying different types of reference group influences. They were asked to construct sentences as smoking-elicited and smoking-inhibited cues and ranked these influences based on their relevance to their smoking decision-making.ParticipantsThe participants were recruited from four cities in the North, Central, South and East regions of Taiwan. The study sample consisted of 297 Taiwanese 11th graders drawn from high schools, vocational high schools and night schools.Primary outcome measuresThe most influential reference group among smokers, former smokers and never smokers.ResultsOur results of multivariable logistic regression show that for current smokers, having a smoking best friend (aOR=7.58,p<0.01), having a smoking colleague (aOR=3.83,p<0.01) and participating in ceremonial dance performances (aOR=4.62,p<0.01) are more likely to smoke. Peers play an important role in providing smoking-elicited cues for current smokers. Families provided the most smoking-inhibited cues for former and never smokers. Normative influences such as encouraging adolescent smoking provided more cues for adolescents than informative influences such as releasing stress by smoking.ConclusionsAdolescent smoking behaviour was influenced by peer norms, while former and non-smoking behaviours are associated with family norms. Therefore, tobacco prevention efforts should focus more on family-level interventions to discourage smoking initiation. Smoking cessation programmes for current smokers should address the reduction of peer pressure to smoke. Moreover, schools and community partners should collaborate to develop effective smoking cessation strategies, particularly for high-risk groups such as adolescents who involved in ceremonial dance performance.

Development of artificial intelligence-based teaching factory in vocational high schools in Central Java Province

The objective of this study is to examine and assess the progress of utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching factory learning to enhance the digital skills of vocational high school (SMK) students in the province of Central Java. This study employed a qualitative approach utilizing metaethnography, as well as a quantitative approach employing Aiken’s V formula and strength, weakness, opportunity, threat (SWOT) analysis to identify and analyze the issues that arise. The present study examines the locations of SMKN 2 Purbalingga and SMKS Telkom in Central Java. Furthermore, relevant documentation was also utilized as a source of data. The research findings indicate that the implementation of AI in teaching manufacturing learning has effectively facilitated the development of an online learning management system. This system is characterized by its organized and integrated approach inside the online learning management system. The administration of teaching materials may be conducted autonomously and facilitated by the utilization of diverse information and communication technology or e-learning functionalities, including chat, email, blogs, and social media platforms. The creation of new enterprises within the domain of AI. It is imperative for educational institutions to align their policies with the demands and requirements of the business.

A Study on the Systematic Changes in Vocational High School Beauty Departments Reflected in the National Curriculum

This study was conducted to analyze and examine the general guidelines of the national curriculum presented at the national level and to propose development strategies for enhanced beauty education. For the study, the curriculum documents were collected and analyzed according to the revision periods, from the 1st period to the 2022 revised curriculum, through the National Law Information Center and the National Curriculum Information Center website The analysis revealed that vocational high schools, which are secondary vocational education institutions, underwent a name change from “industrial high schools” to “specialized high schools” and then to “specialized vocational high schools.” In the context of establishing beauty departments within the specialized subjects, the term “specialized subjects” was first used during the 2nd period. Starting from the 7th period, the beauty department was established within the specialized subjects. Before the introduction of specialized subjects, It was part of the home economics curriculum. The period after the 7th revision was identified as the time when the beauty department and beauty subjects became more structured. During the 1st period, vocational high schools had five main fields: agriculture, industry, commerce, fisheries, and home economics. In the 2009 revision, these fields were reorganized into vocational home economics, agricultural and life sciences, commercial information, and fisheries and shipping. By the 2015 and 2022 revisions, the fields were further divided into 17 subject groups. During the 2007 and 2009 revisions, the subjects of hair beauty, skin care, and makeup were established. Starting from the 2015 revision, the subject name changed from skin care to skin beauty, and nail beauty was introduced as a new subject. Additionally, with the distinction of theory and practical courses under the names “common subjects,” “basic subjects,” and “practical subjects,” the curriculum for beauty programs became more systematic and structured. In the sociocultural context, it is important to understand how the role of vocational education is changing and to identify any issues. Feedback on these aspects should be incorporated into the curriculum.