Innovation Skills Research Articles

The Effect of Digitalization on Economic Development in Bengkalis Regency

Digitalization in the economic sector certainly cannot be separated from the term digital entrepreneurship, which is often associated with "digital entrepreneurship", "digital economy", "creative industry", and "start-up". According to Dedy Permadi, digital entrepreneurship is an entrepreneurial activity that is supported by the use of technology. This term also refers to the development of innovation and creativity within an organization. Digital entrepreneurship carries responsibility in the form of design and implementation. As well as generating sales value through the production process and developing economic activities. This process is carried out through the use of various technologies and products supported by technology, namely Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Researchers used descriptive qualitative research methods in this study. In this research, various events and events that occurred are described and their nature contains facts, is systematic and accurate. The result shows a using of information technology in the current era, understanding digital economic activity actors is very important, especially for business actors in Bengkalis Regency digitalization has become an intermediary medium that supports the development of more creative and innovative skills in the economic sector, especially the economy in Bengkalis Regency. And also, in order to minimize the dependence of the people of Bengkalis Regency on honorary salaries and reduce APBN expenditure, the Bengkalis Regency government has carried out several activities that benefit MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises).

PARADIGMA PENDIDIKAN UNTUK MENINGKATKAN SDM (SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA)

Through the explanation above, it can be concluded that the educational paradigm is a way of viewing and understanding education, from this point of view we observe and understand the educational problems faced and look for ways to overcome these problems. Meanwhile, the National Education Paradigm is a way of viewing and understanding national education. This perspective allows us to observe and understand the problems faced in national education, and find ways to overcome these problems. This perspective includes the basic challenges faced by humans in relation to social order, culture and the natural environment. Entering the 21st century, there are various efforts and motivations to develop community competencies as human resources so that they have skills that are relevant to the demands of life in the 21st century. 21st century education aims to develop creative and innovative skills in teachers and students, which is the key to changing the educational paradigm.

AN INVESTIGATION OF THE MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEXTBOOKS IN TERMS OF CREATIVE THINKING AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

The aim of this study is to investigate creative thinking and critical thinking skills through the tasks contained in 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade science textbooks in the 2020-2021 academic year. The research utilized document analysis as a qualitative method, and data were collected through the descriptive analysis method. In this study, themes related to creative and critical thinking skills were utilized from the '21st Century Learning and Innovation Skills Themes' developed by the researchers as the data collection tool to assess textbooks. The themes were generated based on a review of literature and verified by experts. The status of both skills in the textbooks was presented in tables for years and tasks; Science Engineering Applications and Activities. Although the number of Science Engineering Applications are lower than activities, they are more promising for these skills. The low frequency of themes emphasizing problems in both skills indicates a lack of challenging situations. The reason for the low frequency of themes in activities is that they primarily take the form of demonstration activities where students passive through auditory and visual means. As the years progress, both the number of tasks and the intensity of themes with which these tasks incorporate increases.

The Effect of digitalization on Economic Development in Bengkalis Regency

Digitalization in the economic sector certainly cannot be separated from the term digital entrepreneurship, which is often associated with "digital entrepreneurship", "digital economy", "creative industry", and "start-up". According to Dedy Permadi, digital entrepreneurship is an entrepreneurial activity that is supported by the use of technology. This term also refers to the development of innovation and creativity within an organization. Digital entrepreneurship carries responsibility in the form of design and implementation. As well as generating sales value through the production process and developing economic activities. This process is carried out through the use of various technologies and products supported by technology, namely Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
 Researchers used descriptive qualitative research methods in this study. In this research, various events and events that occurred are described and their nature contains facts, is systematic and accurate. The result shows a using of information technology in the current era, understanding digital economic activity actors is very important, especially for business actors in Bengkalis Regency digitalization has become an intermediary medium that supports the development of more creative and innovative skills in the economic sector, especially the economy in Bengkalis Regency. And also, in order to minimize the dependence of the people of Bengkalis Regency on honorary salaries and reduce APBN expenditure, the Bengkalis Regency government has carried out several activities that benefit MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises).

Tantangan Guru dalam Meningkatkan Nilai Moral Siswa Generasi Z: Studi kasus Bullying di Sekolah Dasar

21st century humans as thinking creatures elaborate the phenomenon of technological progress as a whole by balancing the elements within it. The abilities that need to be possessed to balance knowledge with 21st century skills are life and career skills, learning and innovation skills, technology and information media skills. Generation Z is a lifestyle technology generation whose globalization has become a trend for Generation Z which has a positive impact on the progress of civilization, knowledge and so on. However, it cannot be denied that there are negative impacts in using technology, one of which is moral development. The problems caused by the use of social media are that most generation Z are less skilled at communicating in the real world. The aim of instilling moral values is to instill moral values that are starting to fade in children's environment due to the bad influences they receive so that it is hoped that children in the future will have good morals, because if left untreated from childhood it will possibly destroy the next generation. -young generations in the future. This research uses a research library (Library Study). The aim of this research is to find out what the challenges are for a teacher in improving moral values in generation Z students. A teacher must be able to change teaching styles and discover the latest concepts so that students can understand and prepare well for the future. Instilling morals in elementary schools in the right way in the teaching and learning process can be one of the main goals in the field of education in producing a quality generation in order to build moral human resources. Especially in this era of society 5.0, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication skills are very important for students because they provide preparation for generation Z in developing themselves in the future, including in cases of bullying.

Exploring the impact of design thinking in information technology education: An empirical investigation

In the context of digital transformation, educators are seeking ways to guide students to become innovative technology designers. However, students often lack innovative problem-solving skills when working with IT, and so new pedagogies are needed to improve IT-related curricula. Design thinking (DT), as a methodology, may offer the potential to meet this need. The present study developed a DT-based framework for the design of IT learning projects. A quasi-experiment was conducted in a junior middle school, employing both qualitative and quantitative analysis methods to explore the impact of DT on learning outcomes and mechanisms that explain the observed changes in student performance. The findings demonstrate that DT promotes creativity in students’ digital works, especially their value, diversity, and originality. DT also enhances students’ awareness of using IT to address daily challenges and facilitates their basic information knowledge and skills. Regarding the mechanisms, the DT process and tools serve as learning scaffolds and facilitate the creativity of digital work. The Ideate of DT generates ideas on what to do and how to do it. Empathize and Define establish a link between digital work and real-life problems. Prototype and Test help students acquire basic information knowledge and skills. This study not only examines the impact of DT on IT education but also explores the mechanisms to explain the observed changes in learning performance. The findings can serve as a guide for educators and researchers to further optimize the teaching of IT courses and nurture innovative talents required in the new era.

Guidelines for Improving Educational Personnel Competencies in The Digital Age to Elevate the Quality of Life and Underprivileged Children Competencies in Urban Communities, Chiang Mai Province

Objectives: This study aims to explore categories, quality of life, and underprivileged children competencies, and study guidelines for improving educational personnel competencies in the digital age to elevate the quality of life and underprivileged children competencies in urban communities, Chiang Mai province. Methods: Exploring categories, quality of life, and underprivileged children’s competencies was conducted through in-depth interviews and public hearings with 180 school administrators, teachers, representatives of underprivileged children's parents, and experts obtained by Purposive Sampling. Studying guidelines for improving educational personnel competencies was conducted through competency assessment and workshops with 162 school administrators, teachers, supervisors, and experts, selected through Purposive Sampling. Results: The findings revealed 10 categories of the underprivileged children, 11 factors affecting the their quality of life. The underprivileged children had a low level of threshold competencies and core competencies. The educational staff has high communication skills, learning management development, and health understanding in the digital age. Conclusions: The guidelines to improve educational personnel competencies include to develop digital literacy curriculum, smartphone-based media production curriculum, curricula for advanced thinking and innovation skills, foreign language learning management skills, communication skills in foreign and local languages, cultivation and maintenance of medicinal plants skills, modern urban community agriculture skills, product development skills for schools, online distribution, special education curricula for disabilities and children with developmental delays, health knowledge in the digital age for educational personnel, digital-era school administrations, and the competencies development of supervisors.

Promoting Creativity in Vocational Education: The Role of Self-Efficacy, Cognitive Style, and Playful Motivation in Students' Innovation Skills Development in Shandong Vocational Colleges

This study delves into the influential factors shaping students' innovation skills within Shandong Vocational Colleges, China. It focuses on academic self-efficacy, cognitive style, motivation for cooperative playful learning, and their interplay in fostering creativity within vocational education. Employing a quantitative research approach, data from vocational program students were gathered through self-report questionnaires. Path analysis was utilized to examine the direct connections between independent factors (academic self-efficacy, cognitive style, playful learning motivation) and the growth of innovative skills. Additionally, a mediation study explored the impact of encouraging creativity on these associations. Results highlighted the robust positive influence of academic self-efficacy on innovation skill development, indicating that higher self-efficacy correlates with greater innovative abilities. Cognitive style exhibited a nuanced impact: the knowing style hindered while the developing style enhanced innovative skills. Motivation for cooperative playful learning significantly bolstered innovation skill development, showcasing a link between playful learning inclination and heightened innovative talents. Notably, fostering creativity in vocational education significantly mediated these relationships, enhancing the positive effects of self-efficacy, creative style, and playful motivation while exacerbating the negative impact of the knowing style on innovative skills. The study underscores the importance of nurturing self-efficacy, promoting playful learning environments, and accommodating cognitive style preferences to enhance innovative skills in vocational education. It contributes valuable insights tailored to the Chinese educational context, offering practical implications for educational policies aiming to foster innovation in vocational settings.

THE INTERNET COVERAGE IN UZBEKISTAN SERVES AS A PRIMARY SOURCE OF INFORMATION FOR THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

This article explores Uzbekistan's recognition of the significance of the fourth industrial revolution and the crucial role of internet connectivity in integrating transformative technologies such as AI, big data, cloud computing, and IoT. The country has made substantial investments in technology and infrastructure to support this revolution. However, this article goes beyond the emphasis on quantity and delves into the importance of fostering quality internet users and improving internet coverage in Uzbekistan. By focusing on both the quantity and quality of internet access, Uzbekistan aims to create an environment conducive to innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital skills development. The analysis presented in this article sheds light on the country's efforts to maximize the benefits of the digital economy by ensuring widespread and reliable internet access, empowering individuals with digital literacy, and fostering a competitive position in the global digital landscape.

Entrepreneurial Mindset and Adaptation Capability in Business"

The journal "Entrepreneurial Mindset and Adaptability in Business" discusses how entrepreneurship is crucial for Indonesia's economic growth, especially for the younger generation. The author emphasizes that the government is crucial in creating jobs by developing young entrepreneurs. The process of capitalizing on business opportunities by using innovation and creativity is known as entrepreneurship. To achieve this goal, entrepreneurship education focuses on teaching youth to build, own and manage their own businesses. The purpose of this research is to produce a business learning model that can last. Analysis of various entrepreneurship-related documents, laws and regulations, start-up guides, and previous research was used as the research method. The results show that improving entrepreneurial literacy is essential to encourage Indonesian millennials to build their own businesses. In addition, it was mentioned that a company's ability to adapt is key to dealing with change. Organizational leaders and managers play an important role in this. Participation is important in helping organizations change, and fostering entrepreneurial understanding among students is important to produce new entrepreneurs who are ready to face future challenges.So, entrepreneurship education is essential to shape the millennial generation who will become competitive entrepreneurs. This education prioritizes creativity, innovation and practical entrepreneurial skills. Students' ability and interest to build their own business is influenced by entrepreneurial literacy. An important step in developing new entrepreneurs who will transform Indonesia's economy and society is understanding the concept of entrepreneurship and a honed entrepreneurial spirit

Efektifitas Penggunaan E-Book untuk Melatih Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Peserta Didik

Critical thinking skills are very important abilities in the learning process that need to be possessed. Critical thinking is one of the innovation skills needed in the 21st century to prepare graduates who are able to compete in the job market. By using appropriate and interesting learning media, reading will no longer be boring. One way to develop critical thinking skills is to utilize teaching materials in the learning process. These teaching materials include interactive e-books. Interactive e-books are used as a student-centered learning resource; they can be used independently, because the teaching materials which contain interesting and interactive content and student worksheets will be able to stimulate children to think critically and creatively. By using e-books to train students' critical thinking skills. This research aims to determine the effectiveness of using e-books to train students' critical thinking skills. Type of research This research is library research using the literature study research method. Data analysis This research uses qualitative descriptive analysis. The results of this research are that the use of e-books can effectively train students' critical thinking skills.

Analisis Kesiapan Mahasiswa Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar dalam Menghadapi Pendidikan di Era Society 5.0

This research aims to describe the readiness of Elementary School Teacher Education students in facing education in the Society 5.0 era in terms of their 21st century skills. This research was carried out using a quantitative descriptive approach with survey methods. The data collection technique is through a questionnaire containing indicators of physical readiness, psychological readiness and material readiness which have been adapted to the concept of society 5.0 which includes 21st century skills, namely learning and innovation skills which include creative and innovative, critical thinking and problem solving, communication and collaboration. The population and sample in this research are elementary school teacher education students at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Riau University who are still active in taking part in lectures, namely 77 students from the class of 2022 and 77 students from the class of 2023. The research will be carried out in the odd semester 2023/2024. The research results obtained a percentage of 76.4% for physical readiness, 79% for psychological readiness, and 78% for material readiness. All the indicators are categorized as ready so that it can be concluded that students of Elemntary School Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Riau class of 2022 and class of 2023 in facing education in the Society 5.0 era show the ready category.

The Importance of Entrepreneurship Education in Preparing the Young Generation to Face Global Economic Challenges

Entrepreneurship education plays a crucial role in preparing the younger generation to face the increasingly complex challenges of the global economy. The era of globalization and technological advancements has significantly transformed the business landscape, necessitating innovative entrepreneurial skills and thinking to compete effectively. The aim of this research is to analyze the importance of entrepreneurship education in preparing the younger generation for the challenges of the global economy. The approach involves a comprehensive review of relevant literature through qualitative analysis, with the objective of obtaining a thorough understanding of the subject from 2005 to 2023. The study results indicate that in the continually changing and complex context of the global economy, entrepreneurship education proves to be highly essential in preparing the younger generation for existing challenges. Entrepreneurship education not only provides a foundation of business knowledge but also develops entrepreneurial skills and business ethics values. The younger generation, having undergone this education, gains an advantage in identifying and seizing global business opportunities, as well as the ability to manage risks and face economic changes with composure. The significance of creativity, innovation, and social responsibility in entrepreneurship curriculum also emphasizes that this education is not only about business success but also about positive impacts on society and the environment.

Design principles to develop digital innovation skills: a design-based research approach

The digitisation of the world has led to a multitude of far-reaching implications that require students to be prepared for the dynamic era of rapid change, complexity, fluidity, and ubiquity in which they will work at the forefront of technology. To succeed in this environment, students must be able to design and implement digital innovations within the broader spectrum of digital transformation. Despite the importance of this area, the literature shows a lack of research on how digital business innovation skills can be effectively taught to students. To address this gap, a design-based research (DBR) study was conducted using a mixed-methods design through three iterations at a South African university. The study aimed to answer the research question of how digital business innovation skills should be taught to South African Information Systems students. The study commenced with an analysis of practical problems experienced by practitioners, industry, students, and researchers and an initial review of pertinent literature. The literature review focused on the impact of digitisation on future skills requirements to inform the pedagogy, content, and technology applicable to the teaching and learning environment. The findings yielded design principles for the design of the learning environment that were tested and refined via three iterations, resulting in nine design principles. The aim was to ensure a future-oriented, industry-informed curriculum design that is relevant to the digital economy.

Keterampilan mengajar guru di Lembaga Pendidikan Al-Ma’arif Kuningan

Al-Ma'arif educational institution stands as many as three educational institutions, namely PAUD Al- Ma'arif, TPA / TKA Al-Ma'arif and DTA Al-Ma'arif. Al-Ma'arif Educational Institution encounters obstacles including aspects of human resources who have educational qualifications that are not in accordance with the field of science or education. Then motivation, innovation and creativity are still low which has implications for the process of organizing ongoing education and teaching. Improving HR aspects in improving HR teaching skills in the learning process in the classroom. Activities to improve HR teaching skills that will have implications for HR innovation and creativity after the development of lesson plan preparation activities and audio-visual media. The output targets to be achieved include: Teaching skills of educators, creativity and innovation of educators in the learning process to improve student learning outcomes and the creation of a pleasant learning atmosphere. The implementation method used in this PKM activity includes the method of technology transfer and continuous assistance.

Impact of E-Learning System: Google Classroom Interaction between E-Facilitators and E-Learners at the University of Ibadan Open Distance Learning Centre, Nigeria

Open Distance Education, an e-learning delivery system, is structured toward quality education for development and growth that meets the needs of the modern world. Its e-learning method is geared toward quality education that provokes critical thinking, scientific innovation, artistic revolution, and managerial skills. With all these qualities, criticizers still believe that the orthodox method of learning drills, as such face-to-face interaction, fixed location, and immediate feedback are still the best learning practice. Therefore, this article examines the impact of the e-learning system of Open Distance Education as a friendly learning flexibility and teaching mode that provokes mutual understanding, critical thinking, and immediate feedback between online facilitators and e-learners. Also, it investigates how its teaching approach stimulates innovative research, learning security, and interactive mutuality. Seven (7) excerpts are purposively selected from Google classroom interactions. The article uses Schechner's performance theory and the theories of Freud and Jung. Performance theory emphasizes human activities, while the theories of Freud and Jung talk about human interactive engagements. Theories are used to analyze interactive mutuality and knowledge based-performance between e-facilitators and e-learners. The data are subjected to content analyses.

Unlocking the Innovative and Commercialization Potential of the Undergraduate Final Year ‘Design and Make’ Research Projects

Innovation and commercialization are viewed as key drivers of any country’s economy. Individuals normally start commercial enterprises with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset. Universities worldwide are regarded as centers of knowledge creation and are expected to play a key role in the industrialization of a country’s economy. For undergraduate engineering students, the capstone ‘design and make’ research module is best placed to unlock their innovative and commercialization potential. Capstone modules are typically about applying what the student has learned during the entire course of studies, thereby presenting a rich setting for innovation and entrepreneurial skills learning. In Zimbabwean universities, the final year capstone project is offered where the student fabricates a product as a possible solution to a problem in industry. However, very few of the ideas from the module have found their way into the real world as goods or services. The study’s main question was to establish the extent of the impact of the projects module on agricultural engineering undergraduate students’ innovative and commercial-mindedness. Using the case study research design, data was collected on implementing the capstone module at the Chinhoyi University of Technology’s Department of Agricultural Engineering. Data was collected on the parameters potentially impacting the student’s innovativeness and commercial mindedness. The study findings showed that in its present form, the research project module improves the students’ design and innovative skills. At the same time, equipping the same scholars with entrepreneurial skills is inadequate.

Museum-Based History Learning Innovation With Outing Class Model

The historical learning approach is strengthened by students seeking, discovering, observing and developing historical events as a dynamic science through a methodological approach, bringing objects closer, or student learning spaces in the learning process, so it is necessary to study with historical object approaches such as museums so that students are able to find creativity and their innovation is even wider. Strengthening Indonesian history learning materials, apart from teachers, teaching materials in the form of books, articles or modules with museum objects by developing the Outing Class model, where museums are the main attraction opening space and horizons for students' thinking and creativity by not only showing historical objects which are displayed in museums, but are able to think critically, observe, study and find the origins of these historical sources. Museums as learning resources are able to increase understanding, study facts, concepts, principles, laws, theories and ideas, ideas and innovations at the memory level, students are able to apply them effectively in solving them so as to acquire creative and innovative historical thinking skills and foster historical awareness for students.

Creation of Educational Innovations through Cloud-based Constructivism and Connectivism Learning for Undergraduates

This research examined the process of creating educational innovations through cloud-based constructivism and connectivism learning for undergraduates. The objectives were as follows: (1) To examine the cloud-based constructivism and connectivism learning model’s roles in helping undergraduates create educational innovations; and (2) To evaluate the learning and innovation skills of students participating in cloud-based constructivism. The population in the study consisted of 60 undergraduates of Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, acquired using simple random sampling. The undergraduates were enrolled in a course for designing and developing games for education and computer-assisted mathematics instruction. The independent variable was the format of the constructivism and connectivism learning model for undergraduates involving cloud technology to promote innovative education. The dependent variable was the result of innovative education. The research findings were as follows: (1) Participants’ overall satisfaction with the model was at the highest level (x  = 4.53, S.D. = 0.60). (2) Out of the 60 students, 21 created innovative educational workpieces. Four workpieces were accepted for academic publication, showing that this model allowed learners to analyze media, promote innovative education, and apply educational innovations.

Training model of practical innovative talents in polytechnic colleges based on fuzzy set and its extended modeling

Currently, some problems still exist in the cultivation system of innovative and entrepreneurial talents. Therefore, the education department should also continue to carry out practice on the relevant talent training mode, to determine the talent training mode most suitable for the growth of polytechnic colleges. Colleges and universities should take entrepreneurship and innovation ability as the fundamental purpose so that students are not only job seekers, but also creators. The fuzzy set and its extended modelling are crucial for developing students' innovation skills. Therefore, on this basis, this paper proposed a model for cultivating innovative talents with fuzzy sets as the core. The fuzzy comprehensive evaluation (FCE) method is one of the most widely utilized and efficient evaluation methods, which applies to multi-objective evaluation models, thus reflecting the comprehensive and complex nature of the assessment. The ultimate purpose was to derive the decision rules and help the decision-makers make better decisions. The experimental findings of this article showed that there were 3 and 4 students with strong practical ability in Model 1 and Model 2 before the experiment, and there were 8 and 33 students with strong practical ability in Model 1 and Model 2 after the experiment.