Public Vocational High School Research Articles

The Effect of Project-Based Learning by Utilizing the Canva Application to Increase the Interest in Learning History of Class X Students of Public Vocational High School 1 Seputih Agung

A psychological state known as interest in learning motivates someone to carry out learning activities. History subjects are considered boring so it is necessary to use a learning model that can attract students' interest and learning to history lessons. This study's goal was to clarify how project-based learning is used by utilizing the Canva application to increase student interest in learning history subjects. Experimental research is the approach used in this study. Class X students at public vocational high school 1 Seputih Agung, including 38 students altogether, are separated into two groups: the experimental class and the control class. There are two variables studied in the study, namely: (1) Project Based Learning by Utilizing Canva Application (2) Learning Interest. Data collection techniques provide questionnaires and tests to research samples and then process data through SPSS version 26.00 statistics. The average value between the pre-test results for the experimental class and the control class. before receiving treatment was 61.26 and 60.95, respectively, according to the study's findings. For the experimental class's average post-test results, the results were 72.11 and 64.11, respectively. Thus Project Based Learning by utilizing Canva has an effect on increasing interest in learning.

Measuring the impact of principals' competence and facilities on teachers' achievement in Public Vocational High Schools in Palembang City: A multivariate analysis

The level of teacher performance in carrying out their main duties at school is greatly influenced by the competence of the school principal and the completeness of school facilities. This study examines the influence of school principals' competence and the completeness of school facilities on the performance of vocational high school (SMK) teachers in Palembang City. Employing a quantitative correlational design, the study involved 55 teachers from three vocational high schools.. The research instrument was validated using Pearson Product Moment, and data reliability was verified using the Cronbach Alpha test. The research results reveal that (1) the principal's competence is related to teacher performance, and the principal's competence has minimal influence on the performance of vocational school teachers. (2) Facilities and infrastructure were found to be related to vocational school teacher performance. Facilities and infrastructure have a significant effect on the performance of vocational school teachers. (3) The competence of the school principal, facilities and infrastructure have a significant influence on the performance of vocational school teachers. These findings underscore the importance of developing school leadership and enhancing facilities to support teacher performance. The study invites further research to explore additional factors affecting teacher performance and strategic implementation to improve the quality of vocational education. Implications for educational practice include the enhancement of leadership training programs and investment in adequate educational infrastructure.

Investigating Vocational High School Instructors' Views on Mobile Learning in the "Tourism English Conversation" Course

This research delved into the perspectives of English teachers in vocational high schools towards mobile learning (m-learning) in the "Tourism English Conversation" course. It involved interviews with eleven teachers from public vocational high schools in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. These interviews explored various facets of m-learning, such as teachers' knowledge of mobile devices and apps, the widespread use of the Internet and mobile devices, instructional materials, and its impact on students' learning duration and concentration. The study focused on three aspects of mobile learning: its acceptance, teachers' readiness to adopt it, and the challenges they face in shifting from traditional to mobile teaching methods. Findings revealed a positive reception towards m-learning, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when traditional classroom teaching was impossible. Nonetheless, the effective implementation of m-learning was influenced by teachers' familiarity with the technology, student motivation, the availability of relevant instructional materials, and the pressures associated with teaching in this new format.

School Effectiveness: Institutional Benchmarking for Vocational High School Management

The disruption era presents a challenge for schools in the form of educational graduate standards in comparison to industry and the workforce. The government responded by instituting a policy of vocational schools to produce superior human resources. The adaptive strategy implemented is one of long-term quality improvement through the measurement of organizational performance using benchmarking models. The study aims to analyze the effectiveness of benchmarking techniques in improving educational services in Public Vocational High School. The research is qualitative in nature, employing case study techniques. The veracity of the data is checked using sources of principals, school public relation, and senior teacher. Data triangulation techniques and peer discussion were used to examining the data. The study's findings demonstrate technical benchmarking implementation through planning, analysis, integration, implementation, and maturity is known as institutionalist benchmarking. Benchmarking strategies for sustainable organizations are implemented concurrently through vision adaptation, mission and objectives toward strategic environments; benchmarking targeting focus determination, and goal determination through the fabric of school superior partnerships. Adaptation of the benchmarking outcomes program results in actualizing educational information system management, peer tutoring techniques, optimization of research activities, and strengthening internal supervision. In addition, interviews are the only method used to collect data for this study. Therefore, future research will investigate the school institution of others in Indonesia, particularly the development of vocational schools that have already integrated science and skill competencies.

Implementation of Hidden Curriculum in The Subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character at SMK Negeri 57, Jakarta (Jakarta Public Vocational High School 57)

Purpose of this research is to find the following matters: (1) Implementation of the Hidden Curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character at SMK Negeri 57, Jakarta, (2) Supporting factors and inhibiting factors of the hidden curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character, (3) Evaluation of hidden curriculum in subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character, (4) Concept of implementation of hidden curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character in public schools. This research was conducted from June 2022 to March 2023, using qualitative research methods through a phenomenological approach. Data collection techniques were carried out using interviews, observation and documentation studies. Data analysis uses the interactive Miles and Hubberman model, namely data reduction, display and verification. The validity of the data is measured using source angulation techniques and extending the participation of researchers. The results of this research show that: (1) The implementation of the hidden curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character at SMK Negeri 57, Jakarta consists of aspects of habituation, coaching, assignments, worship, extracurriculars, various school development activities, instilling values, growing empathy, tolerance and collaboration. (2) the supporting factor for the hidden curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character at SMK Negeri 57, Jakarta is collaboration with stakeholders, while the inhibiting factor is the pandemic conditions for two years so that learning is carried out online. Therefore, there are no activities at school (3) Evaluation of the hidden curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character at SMK Negeri 57, Jakarta has not been carried out optimally. Habituation, assignments and role modeling were carried out again after the offline learning was implemented, so it was not implemented thoroughly. (4) Implementation of the Hidden Curriculum in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character in public schools, has the concept of (a) implementation is carried out in an integrated manner with school development through habituation, assignments and exemplary activities which cover various aspects in dealing with the lack of learning duration in the subject of Islamic Religious Education and Character in schools. (b) the more school development programs there are, the more dynamic the strengthening of students' character, (c) example and habituation are the most effective strategies in implementing the hidden curriculum since the example set by educators forms the students to follow attitudes and behavior that shape character, while the habituation carried out will build good habits that will be carried over until the students become adults.

The Effect of Using Video to Enhance Listening Ability

This research was design to examine whether videos could strengthen listening skill. It was a pre-experimental research. The participants were the Year-10 Students of Learning Group X Marketing 2 from Public Vocational High School 3 Pontianak in the Academic Year of 2022/2023. Based on the data analysis, the result showed that the video-based technique increased the student's achievement significantly in listening skill. The students showed enthusiasm during the teaching and learning process. They were very enthusiastic in applying the video technique when listening to a text. The t-test computation was higher than the t-critical value (10.36 > 2.045). The score of effect size was 1,79, and it is >1,00, categorized ‘strong’. To conclude, the video-based technique enhanced the students to listen texts better. With video, the students understood the media video helped students to understand the language even if they do not know what the words mean, by providing visual aspects of the communique. Thus, the writer suggested this technique be implemented in teaching listening ability.

Evaluation of Factors Influencing the Successful Implementation of the Independent Learning Curriculum at State Vocational High School 3 Pekanbaru

This study aims to identify and obtain information about the analysis of the implementation of the independent learning curriculum in public vocational high schools (SMKN) 3 Pekanbaru. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method, which describes the subject about the situation and data obtained during observations and questions so that it becomes useful information and is easily understood by readers. The samples in this study were school principals, vice-curriculum administrators and subject teachers. Data was collected by conducting interviews, observation and documentation. The results showed that the analysis of the implementation of the independent learning curriculum at the public vocational high school (SMKN) 3 Pekanbaru has been carried out optimally and is ongoing, although there are still obstacles in its implementation. The key to success in implementing the independent learning curriculum is that the principal and teachers must have the will to make changes. The principal as a leader must be able to change the mindset of the human resources in the school to want to make changes and provide equipment for each major class so that this independent curriculum can be implemented.

Students Perceptions About School Climate in Public Vocational High Schools IV Jurai District Painan

A conducive school climate is very important because this will support the teaching and learning process in accordance with expectations and will benefit all parties. Increasing teacher enthusiasm in teaching and learning enthusiasm of students is an important hope in achieving a good and conducive climate. School climate is an atmosphere that plays an active role in supporting the creation of a good school environment, which will affect student learning outcomes and achievements. This study aims to look at the climate of schools in the IV Jurai sub-district in terms of the dimensions of relationships, system changes and improvements, the physical environment and personal development. The research method used is descriptive research. The population in this study is SMKN in IV Jurai Painan district. The results of research on aspects of the relationship dimension with an average score of 4.11 with a conducive category, dimensions of change and improvement of the system with an average score of 3.70 with a conducive category, dimensions of the physical environment with an average score of 4.02 conducive category and dimensions of personal development with an average score of 3.73 in the conducive category.

Strategi Meningkatkan Keterampilan Komunikasi Siswa dalam Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di SMK Negeri 1 Praya

This research aimed to find out what the strategies improve of communication skill in PAI (Islamic Religious Learning) learning at SMKN (Public Vocational High School) 1 Praya. The type of this research was field research with a qualitative approach. The data analysis method used was qualitative data analysis of interactive model from Miles and Huberman which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification. The results of this study indicate that the strategies used in developing skills students in PAI learning are by using a student-centered learning approach (Student Centered Learning) or a scientific approach , presentation and discussion learning methods. The scientific approach is an approach that directs students to be able to think logically and systematically based on scientific rules and frameworks. The scientific approach is a learning approach as an implementation of the Student Centered Learning approach . Where students are given full opportunity to be active in learning and the teacher is only a facilitator. The presentation learning method is an activity of speaking in front of the class to convey information or subject matter. The discussion method is a way of presenting learning by providing opportunities for students to hold scientific conversations so that students fully participate in learning. From the results of the research that has been described, the implications of this research related to strategies for improving communication skills are: Implications for teaching methods of teachers vary, depending on what soft skills are developed. Fostering a culture of high professionalism among educational institutions and educational staff. Such as: the ability to choose and apply learning methods properly according to the learning objectives to be achieved, create interesting learning content, have good personal and social attitudes, be disciplined, and have high integrity.

Dominant Factors Influencing the Performance of Principals of Vocational High Schools

This study aims to determine the effect of self-efficacy, job satisfaction, and perceptions of position on the performance of principals of public vocational high schools in DKI Jakarta Province. The research was conducted using a survey method. The data were analyzed using path analysis. The population of this study was 61 school principals in six cities/districts. This research questionnaire tested 21 school principals. Therefore, using proportional random sampling, the sample for this study was 40 school principals who were selected proportionally and randomly. The results of the study are as follows: (1) there is a positive direct effect of self-efficacy on the performance of school principals, (2) there is a positive direct effect of job satisfaction on the performance of school principals, (3) ) there is a positive direct effect of position perceptions on the performance of school principals, (4) there is a positive direct effect of self-efficacy on job satisfaction, and (5) there is a positive direct effect of self-efficacy on perception of position.

THE INFLUENCE OF PERCEPTION ON LEARNING TECHNIQUES AND VOCABULARY MASTERY TOWARD ENGLISH WRITING ABILITY (Survey on Students of Public Vocational High School in Central Jakarta)

<p align="justify"><strong>Abstract: The Influence of Perceptions </strong><strong>on</strong><strong> Learning Techniques and Vocabulary Mastery </strong><strong>toward</strong><strong> English Writing Ability (Survey on </strong><strong>Students</strong><strong> of </strong><strong>Public </strong><strong>Vocational </strong><strong>High School in Central Jakarta).</strong> The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of learning technique and vocabulary mastery on the English writing ability of students of XI grade of Public Vocational High School (SMK Negeri) in Jakarta Pusata. The research method used is quantitative research with correlational survey research techniques. The analysis technique used in this research is Path Analysis. The population in this study was students of XI grade of Public Vocational High School (SMK Negeri) in Central Jakarta. The sample in this study was 110 students. The results of the study prove that: (1) there is an effect of perception of learning technique on English writing ability as indicated by the t-count = 1.865 (2) there is an effect of perception on vocabulary mastery on English writing ability as indicated by the t-count value = 16,733 (3) there is an effect of perception on learning technique and vocabulary mastery together on the ability to write English as indicated by the value of F-table = 161.202. The results of this study can provide input to vocational level teachers, especially English teachers to improve their competence in order to develop learning techniques and improve students’ vocabulary mastery, so as to optimize students' English writing ability.</p><p align="justify"> </p><p>Keywords: learning techniques, vocabulary mastery, and writing ability</p>

ANALYSIS OF TEACHING FACTORY IMPLEMENTATION IN VOCATIONAL SCHOOL CASE STUDY: PUBLIC VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 1 LABUAN BAJO

Teaching Factory is a learning model at Vocational School based on production/services that refer to standards and procedures applied in the industry. The implementation of the Teaching Factory requires industry involvement. Parameters to measure the achievement of the Teaching Factory implementation are management, facilities, learning patterns, marketing-promotions, products-service, human resources, and industrial relations. The purpose of the research in this paper is to find out the implementation of the Teaching Factory in the Hospitality Program at public Vocational High School 1 Labuan Bajo. The research uses the qualitative descriptive method. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed by reducing, displaying, and verifying data. The results indicate that the achievement of the implementation of the Teaching Factory in the Hospitality Program at Public Vocational High School 1 Labuan Bajo, based on several achievement measurement parameters, there are still some shortcomings in terms of Management, Marketing-promotion, Human Resources, and learning patterns. The need for commitment to the implementation and evaluation of Teaching Factory must be applied to improve the quality of learning to produce graduates who are competent for industry needs.

Student training program of building drawing and augmented reality in SMKN 2 Pangkalpinang

SMK Negeri 2 Pangkalpinang is a public vocational high school in Pangkalpinang, which has a Construction and Property Technology Program and a Computer and Informatics Engineering Program. To support the improvement of the hard skills of the students, implementing a training program is one way that is quite solutive. The student training program is devoted to building drawing technique training for the Building Modeling and Information Design Department, which hones students' drawing skills. In addition, the students are also given training related to augmented reality for the Multimedia Department. This activity also produced works in the form of design building drawings and augmented reality products.

Studi Kasus Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Minat Berwirausaha Pada Siswa Kelas XII Tata Boga 2 Di SMK Negeri 6 Surabaya

The report on the career paths of alums from Public Vocational High School 6 Surabaya between 2019 and 2022 shows that alums pursuing careers as entrepreneurs are lower than those becoming employees. This study aims to determine the intrinsic and extrinsic factors and their simultaneous influence on the interest in entrepreneurship of 12th-grade students in the Culinary  2 class at Public Vocational High School 6 Surabaya.
 The research used a descriptive method with a quantitative approach and examined the impact of intrinsic and extrinsic factors, both individually and simultaneously, on student's entrepreneurial interests. The population of this study consisted of 30 students in the 12th-grade Culinary 2 class at Public Vocational High School 6 Surabaya. The data was collected using a validated questionnaire comprising 30 items. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique used was multiple linear regression.
 The results indicated that intrinsic factors did not influence student's interest in entrepreneurship. Contrarily, the extrinsic factors did have an influence. Furthermore, intrinsic and extrinsic factors simultaneously influence student's interest in entrepreneurship. Therefore, students at Public Vocational High School 6 Surabaya tend to be interested in entrepreneurship due to the encouragement they receive from their environment, including their family, community, and school. Moreover, the student's willingness and interest also played a supporting role. Thus, student's interest in pursuing careers as entrepreneurs can evolve if there is support from all parties.

Washback Effect of Vocational High School Final Examination: Indonesian EFL Teachers' and Students' Voices

The English final examination is no longer a high-stake test since National Examination (NE) was abolished in 2021 and replaced with the Ujian Satuan Pendidikan (USP). Therefore, this study explores the washback effects experienced by Indonesian EFL teachers and students and discovers teachers’ and students’ perceptions of the implementation of USP. Six participants, three Indonesian English Foreign Language (EFL) teachers, and three Public Vocational High School students in Singosari were interviewed to meet the research goals. The findings indicated that focusing on teaching to the test, cheating, and feelings and attitudes were the washback effects of the English final examination in implementing USP. Then, the English final examination still harms the teaching and learning process and teachers’ and students’ feelings and attitudes, even though it is not a high-stake test. Besides, the implementation of USP also reduces the washback effect of the English final examination.

Validation of the Chefs’ Key Competencies Questionnaire: A Culinary Student Perspective

The chef is considered a success factor for culinary tourism. Hence, mastering the chefs’key competencies through culinary schools is very important. Many studies have examined chef competencies, but we have not yet discovered how to measure the chefs’ key competencies according to culinary student perceptions. This study involved 392 culinary students in public vocational high schools. Data was collected by proportional random sampling through a questionnaire distributed to seven public vocational schools in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Questionnaire validation used three techniques, namely, content validity test with Aiken V analysis, small sample validity test with Pearson correlation analysis, and finally, CFA analysis. This study shows that culinary students' perceptions of chefs’ key competencies can be explained by indicators of creativity, culinary skills, hygiene & food safety, aesthetics, business sense, interpersonal, managerial, and leadership. Chefs’ Key Competencies Questionnaire (CKCQ) consists of 30 items consisting of creative (3 items), culinary skills (5 items), hygiene & food safety (4 items), aesthetics (2 items), business sense (4 items), interpersonal (3 items), managerial (4 items), and leadership (5 items). All items (30 items) have good validity and reliability values. The findings of this study discuss in-depth and some implications for vocational education practitioners proposed for further improvement. VET practitioners can also use this questionnaire to evaluate the achievement of the chefs’ key competencies of culinary students and professional chefs.

Compatibility of the English Needs of Automation and Office Governance Majors Students to The 2013 English Curriculum

English teaching in Vocational High School can be taken into account as English for Specific Purposes (ESP) since vocational education aims to prepare students to be a professional in the specific field of work. ESP is designed according to the needs and purposes of the learners in learning the targeted-language. This paper aims to check whether the latest 2013 English curriculum has met the vocational high school students’ needs or not. This study was done in a public vocational high school in Blora regency, Central Java. The data was collected by using observation checklist, questionnaires, and study document. The observation was done to investigate the practice of the 2013 English curriculum in the Automation and Office Governance Major. The questionnaires were given to the students, graduates, and users of graduates to analysis the English needs. Study documents were used to confirm whether the practice and documents prepared by the English teacher is suitable with the curriculum or not.

Development of Blended Learning Radio and Television System Engineering on Audio-Video Engineering Expertise Competence

The explanation of the National Education System Law Number 20 concerning the National Education System (2003) states that vocational education is secondary education that prepares students to work in specific fields. This study aims to compile test the feasibility, validity, and effectiveness of the Blended Learning model in Radio and Television System Implementation (PSRT) in the competence of Audio-Video Engineering expertise at Public Vocational High School 3 Semarang. Research and development use the analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation (ADDIE) model. This research aims to describe in detail the stages of planning, implementation, and effectiveness of the blended learning model. It shows that learning using the flipped classroom blended learning model can improve student outcomes. In general, learning activities have been carried out correctly and optimally. This can be seen from the results of the average implementation of meeting 1 = 83 (good category), meeting 2 = 85 (good category), meeting 3 = 88 (very good category), and meeting 4 = 90 (very good category). The average is 86.5, with a good category if taken based on the results above. An average of 86.5 shows that the implementation of learning with the blended learning flipped classroom model in the PSRT class XI subject of Audio Video Engineering Competence at Public Vocational High School 3 Semarang has been successfully implemented. The assessment of critical aspects of the blended learning model by learning model experts shows that learning planning with the blended learning model is feasible and can be used to implement PSRT learning activities in class XI of audio-video engineering competence because it has met the criteria for implementing blended learning by covering 5 (five) keys to blended learning, namely live events, self-paced learning, collaboration, assessment, and performance support materials. Learning with the blended learning model is declared to be effective and well implemented, as can be seen from the results of increasing student learning outcomes. Learning with the blended learning model has proven to be effective in terms of learning outcomes of the PSRT that uses the blended learning model >75. There is a significant difference in learning outcomes between the group using the blended learning model and the group not using the blended learning model. The process of increasing student activity and motivation becomes better.

Learning Management for Productive Technical and Motorcycle Business Subjects at Public Vocational High School 1 Warungasem

This research was motivated in the midst of limited face-to-face learning restrictions that took place during the covid 19 pandemic, but the Warungasem State Vocational High School 1 was still able to excel in the Student Skills Competition at the Central Java Province, by winning 2nd place for the bicycle engineering and business competition. Motorcycle. This study aims to determine the Learning Management of Productive Subjects of Motorcycle Engineering and Business at Public Vocational High School 1 Warungasem. This study uses qualitative research methods, located at the Public Vocational High School 1 Warungasem. Research time in July 2022. Data collection techniques with the method of observation, interviews, and documentation. Test the validity of the data using triangulation. Data analysis includes: data collection, data condensation, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Research results 1) Planning includes (a) preparing the vision, mission and objectives of skill competence (b) preparing work programs (c) preparing planning for productive practice tools and budgets (d) planning for industrial work practices (e) preparing plans for skill competency tests. 2) Organizing includes: (a) formation of management, (b) division of work tasks according to their respective potentials, (c) standard SOPs for implementing tasks (d) coordination and communication in all fields. 3) Implementation includes: (a) theoretical learning in the classroom and (b) practical learning in practice rooms and industrial internships. 4) Supervision includes: (a) internal supervision is carried out by the Principal, and the Deputy Head of Curriculum. (b) external supervision is carried out by Supervisors from the Branch Office of Education Region XIII.  Keywords: management, productive learning, motorcycle business engineering

Job Maturity in Improving Teacher Performance at Public Vocational High School 1 Ketapang

This study aims to determine: 1) Want to know and analyze the performance of masters at Public Vocational School 1 Ketapang in carrying out their duties as masters; 2) Want to know and analyze what work maturity can improve master's performance at Public Vocational School 1 Ketapang; 3) Want to know and analyze the efforts made by the master of Public Vocational School 1 Ketapang in improving performance as a master. Measurement in this study using qualitative methods. The results and analysis show that: 1) Based on the results of observations, interviews, and documentation studies conducted by researchers on informants (research subjects), namely the masters of State Vocational High Schools, it shows that the masters have met several assessment indicators for each aspect. 2) Based on the results of the research on the masters of Public Vocational School 1 Ketapang above, it shows that the performance of the masters of Public Vocational School 1 Ketapang in terms of professional competence is in the fairly good category. This is because the master has fulfilled several assessment indicators in mastering the material, structure, concept, and scientific mindset that supports the subject, developing creatively guided subject matter, continuing professional development by taking reflective actions and utilizing information and communication technology to develop themselves. 3) Efforts made by the master of Public Vocational School 1 Ketapang in improving performance as a master, from the learning outcomes, namely by carrying out their duties as well as possible and continuing to improve pedagogic and professional competencies.