Indonesian Vocational High School Research Articles

Developing learning and training within industry model to improve work readiness of vocational high school students

<span lang="EN-US">Unemployment is still a national priority that needs to be addressed. In 2022, vocational high schools in Indonesia had the highest open unemployment rate. The highest open unemployment rate is a result of vocational high school students’ insufficient work readiness. Therefore, this research aims to develop a learning and training within industry (LTWI) model, and to evaluate the model’s efficacy in increasing vocational high school students’ work readiness. The research employed a research and development (R&D) design by Richey and Klein with the phases of needs analysis, internal validation, and external validation. There were 12 teachers and 89 students from the automotive engineering department at Muhammadiyah 1 Pakem Vocational High School and 1 Puring Vocational High School, as well as six instructors from the automotive industry: GAS Auto Service, Automotive Jogjakarta Center (OJC), Bengkel Barokah, and RND Auto Service, participated in the research. Data collection strategies adopted were interviews, questionnaires, and performance tests. The data were descriptively evaluated, and the conclusions were drawn using a categorization formula. With an average score of 3.43, the LTWI model can be used to learn very well. With an average final score of 3.32, the efficacy of the LTWI learning model falls into the category of “very good”. The LTWI model can be applied effectively to learning in vocational high schools since it has a positive influence on students’ work readiness.</span>

Building a culture of safety: Teacher and peer impact on safety behaviors among vocational high school students

There is an increased risk of workplace accidents for younger employees. Academic laboratories have demonstrated a higher prevalence of accidents. Occupational health and safety (OHS) education plays a central role in reducing the risk of accidents and aims to habituate safety behavior in educational settings. The current research aims to investigate the factors affecting students’ safety behaviors using a knowledge-attitude-behavior model within stimulus-organism-response frameworks. A quantitative and non-experimental study involved sending an electronic questionnaire to 959 Indonesian vocational high school students who had undergone half of their learning process in a workshop that put them at risk of accidents. A structural equation model was conducted on the data which showed that all variables in the model were valid and reliable. Teachers’ OHS leadership encourages students’ safety knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. Positive and noteworthy benefits to students' safety knowledge, attitude and behaviour are demonstrated by peer safety behaviours as indicated by similar results. Among the predictors, OHS knowledge had the greatest influence on students’ safety behavior. The current research findings provide evidence that supports the fact that student safety behavior follows the knowledge attitude behaviour model within the stimulus organism response framework.

Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Classrooms in Tourism Vocational High School in Indonesia: Technological Applications and Challenges

There has been an increasingly dominant use of technology in education institutions, yet limited studies holistically investigate the utilization of technological applications in tourism vocational high schools. This research explored the synchronous and asynchronous technological applications used and the challenges experienced by teachers and students of a tourism vocational high school in Indonesia, mainly in hotel and culinary online classrooms. This research employed a qualitative approach. Data were collected by observing four classes in two vocational schools in Yogyakarta and Bali. Interviews with five teachers and five students were also conducted on a voluntary basis. The findings indicate that teachers and students used various technological applications like Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Team, Cisco WebEx, Discord,and Skype for synchronous online learning. They also utilized more technological applications such as WhatsApp, YouTube, Google Classroom, Google Form, Telegram, Moodle, Screencast-O-Matic, Facebook, Instagram, Quizzes, Kahoot, and Twitterfor their asynchronous online learning. Both teachers and students faced technical, pedagogical, psychological, and personal challenges such as an unstable internet connection, a lack of technological literacy, incompatible gadgets, limited participation, work overload, demotivation, and a lack of focus on learning. To conclude, a number of technological applications were used to facilitate learning in hotel and culinary departments, even though there were many challenges that came with their usage. The results of this research can be used by relevant stakeholders preparing for future learning, especially in vocational high schools.

Exploring the students’ perceptions of the integration of web-based and non-web-based ICT in ELT at the vocational high school in Indonesia

Numerous scholarly investigations have been conducted on students' perceptions of integrating information and communication technology (ICT) in English language teaching (ELT). However, existing research lacks specific exploration of students' perceptions regarding web-based and non-web-based ICT in vocational high schools across perspectives of understanding, ease of learning, and learning challenges. Therefore, this study aims to investigate students' perceptions of ICT integration in ELT, specifically examining web-based and non-web-based ICT across perspectives of understanding, ease of learning, and learning challenges. The research method used was a case study. The research involved six students of the two departments (Engineering and Management) at a vocational high school in Malang, Indonesia, as the participants. Data were collected through interviews and analyzed thematically. Results indicate that, based on perspectives of understanding and ease of learning, students exhibit positive attitudes towards integrating ICT, particularly web-based tools like Canva, Quizizz, and Wordwall, alongside non-web-based tools such as LCD and tablet, citing enhanced learning processes. Conversely, in the perspective of learning challenges, challenges like poor internet connectivity for web-based ICT and operational issues for non-web-based tools persist. This study emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to ICT integration to meet diverse learning needs.

Investigating the Relevance of ESP Materials in Indonesian Vocational Schools: The Voice of Pharmacy Students

Investigating the Relevance of ESP Materials in Indonesian Vocational Schools: The Voice of Pharmacy Students

Teacher growth mindset and ICT integration in Indonesian classrooms: insights from in-service and preservice teacher programs

PurposeThis study explores the relationships among multiple factors, including growth mindset, lifelong learning and continuous professional development (CPD), influencing teachers’ integration of information and communication technology (ICT) into their teaching methods.Design/methodology/approachThe study involved 1,095 Indonesian vocational high school teachers who participated in in-service or preservice teacher development programs. Data was collected through a survey, and a structural equation model with partial least squares parameter estimation was used to analyze the relationships and mediations.FindingsStructural equation modeling revealed that a growth mindset positively affects both lifelong learning and CPD. Moreover, lifelong learning positively impacts CPD. Furthermore, all of these variables demonstrate a positive effect on teachers’ ICT integration in the classroom. The findings indicate that lifelong learning and CPD partially mediate the relationship between a growth mindset and ICT integration.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the literature on the determinants of teachers’ ICT usage postparticipation in in-service and preservice teacher programs. The findings underscore the significant impact of a growth mindset on teachers’ ICT use in the classroom.

Social Entrepreneurship In The New Economy Among The Younger Generation

Purpose: This essay aims to reconstruct young people's understanding of and attitude towards social entrepreneurship as a field of endeavour critical to developing crucial competencies in the New Economy. The study also aims to describe young people's perceptions of their willingness to participate in society and the current economy as agents.
 Design/methodology/approach: a diagnostic study (based on a so-called task catalogue) was carried out with a group of more than 500 students in Indonesian vocational high schools, senior high schools, and private schools, as well as three workshops with students from particular school types.
 Findings: According to the study, students are aware of the possibilities of engaging in social activism through broadly construed social entrepreneurship and third sector involvement. It was also proven that they are well cognizant of the opportunities and requirement for action in this regard. The materials that students have discussed transfer into skills required in the New Economy.
 Research limitations/implications: A lot of variables that could influence teenage behaviour must be taken into account in modern study. These difficulties will undoubtedly merit consideration throughout the formulation and creation of the research's tools in further in-depth studies.
 Practical implications: Young people's social entrepreneurship is constantly evolving, and even though its focus shifts (from shared management activities to civic engagement and social solidarity activities), it always refers to collaborative efforts on the cusp of economic and social reality. Young people's attitude towards carrying out duties that are beneficial to society is also evolving. Young people view them as a chance to address both societal issues and the difficulties posed by the postmodern world's transformations.
 Social implications: Young people are more conscious and involved citizens as well as more responsible future members of the New Economy thanks to the competencies they have acquired.
 Originality/value: The paper reconstructs the tools, strategies, and perspectives of young people towards the agency opportunities provided by social entrepreneurship. The knowledge that was gathered was examined in light of the project's competency-based competence issues.

Practice Intensity Influences Successful Learning Outcomes: Study at Vocational High School in Serui, Papua, Indonesia

This study aims to assess the influence of practice intensity on the electrical installation learning outcomes of students at Kainui Serui State Vocational School in Papua. Electrical installation learning outcomes at SMKN (State of Vocational High School in Indonesia) Kainui, Serui-Papua, need to be improved due to students’ lack of practical learning outcomes. According to research findings, there needs to be more practical intensity in this learning. This study used a quantitative-associative technique. The acquired data was then subjected to a fundamental linear regression analysis. The study yielded a coefficient of determination of .581. These findings indicate that the intensity of practice has a 58.1% effect on the electrical installation learning outcomes of students at Serui at Kainui Vocational High School in Papua.

Higher Order Thinking Skills in Reading Literacy Questions at Vocational High Schools in Indonesia

This research is motivated by the demands of every student to have high-level thinking skills or known as HOTS. This ability can be known if the instrument used is classified as a question that requires high-level thinking skills. The purpose of this study was to analyze the fulfillment and percentage of indicators of high-level thinking skills in the minimum competency assessment of reading literacy at SMK Negeri Pekanbaru city. This research is qualitative research using a content analysis method. Data were collected using documentation techniques in the form of reading literacy questions obtained from teachers of Vocational High Schools throughout Pekanbaru City. The results showed that the AKM instrument was reading literacy with 79% HOTS category and 21% non-HOTS questions. In general, the question instructions have led to HOTS questions. The instrument contains dimensions that measure critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills. Another thing that needs to be considered is how the instruments used can be developed using standardized instrument development steps so that the expected results can be recognized as true

Literature Review Evaluation of Fieldwork Practice Programs in Vocational High Schools in Indonesia

In an effort to maintain and improve the quality of Vocational High School (SMK) graduates and reduce misses from the demands of the industrial world and technological advances, the government has tried to implement various policies both in terms of quantity and quality. The activities of students in an effort to increase skill competence are through Field Work Practice (PKL) activities that involve the world of work directly. But in fact, according to nationwide data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), in February 2023, unemployment for vocational school graduates reached 9.6%, which is the largest of the overall levels of education in Indonesia. This literature review provides a summary of the results of the PKL program evaluation by applying the Context, Input, Process, Product (CIPP) evaluation model. The results of this study prove that the program is running in accordance with the objectives with good output. However, there needs to be careful preparation and seriousness from schools and learners.

Teachers’ Perceptions of the Implementation of Multimodal Pedagogies in Teaching Writing in Indonesian vocational high schools

This research aims to describe teachers’ perceptions of implementing multimodal pedagogies in teaching writing. This research is undertaken at SMKS YAPIS Biak, Biak Numfor Regency, Papua Province. This research applies a descriptive qualitative design. The researcher uses the purposive sampling technique to get the sample. The participants in this research are two English teachers. The research instruments are observation, interview, and documentation. For the data analysis technique, the researcher carries out some steps: data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. This research result shows that the teachers’ perceptions of the implementation of multimodal pedagogies in teaching writing have similar statements. They have positive perceptions based on their purpose, problems faced, supporting factors in implementing multimodal pedagogies, and their opinions about implementing multimodal pedagogies.

Social Entrepreneurship In The New Economy Among The Younger Generation

Purpose: This essay aims to reconstruct young people's understanding of and attitude towards social entrepreneurship as a field of endeavour critical to developing crucial competencies in the New Economy. The study also aims to describe young people's perceptions of their willingness to participate in society and the current economy as agents.
 Design/methodology/approach: In order to accomplish this, a diagnostic study (based on a so-called task catalogue) was carried out with a group of more than 500 students in Indonesian vocational high schools, senior high schools, and private schools, as well as three workshops with students from particular school types.
 Findings: According to the study, students are aware of the possibilities of engaging in social activism through broadly construed social entrepreneurship and third sector involvement. It was also proven that they are well cognizant of the opportunities and requirement for action in this regard. The materials that students have discussed transfer into skills required in the New Economy.
 Research limitations/implications: A lot of variables that could influence teenage behaviour must be taken into account in modern study. These difficulties will undoubtedly merit consideration throughout the formulation and creation of the research's tools in further in-depth studies.
 Practical implications: Young people's social entrepreneurship is constantly evolving, and even though its focus shifts (from shared management activities to civic engagement and social solidarity activities), it always refers to collaborative efforts on the cusp of economic and social reality. Young people's attitude towards carrying out duties that are beneficial to society is also evolving. Young people view them as a chance to address both societal issues and the difficulties posed by the postmodern world's transformations.
 Social implications: Young people are more conscious and involved citizens as well as more responsible future members of the New Economy thanks to the competencies they have acquired.
 Originality/value: The paper reconstructs the tools, strategies, and perspectives of young people towards the agency opportunities provided by social entrepreneurship. The knowledge that was gathered was examined in light of the project's competency-based competence issues.

Social Entrepreneurship In The New Economy Among The Younger Generation

Purpose: This essay aims to reconstruct young people's understanding of and attitude towards social entrepreneurship as a field of endeavour critical to developing crucial competencies in the New Economy. The study also aims to describe young people's perceptions of their willingness to participate in society and the current economy as agents.
 Design/methodology/approach: In order to accomplish this, a diagnostic study (based on a so-called task catalogue) was carried out with a group of more than 500 students in Indonesian vocational high schools, senior high schools, and private schools, as well as three workshops with students from particular school types.
 Findings: According to the study, students are aware of the possibilities of engaging in social activism through broadly construed social entrepreneurship and third sector involvement. It was also proven that they are well cognizant of the opportunities and requirement for action in this regard. The materials that students have discussed transfer into skills required in the New Economy.
 Research limitations/implications: A lot of variables that could influence teenage behaviour must be taken into account in modern study. These difficulties will undoubtedly merit consideration throughout the formulation and creation of the research's tools in further in-depth studies.
 Practical implications: Young people's social entrepreneurship is constantly evolving, and even though its focus shifts (from shared management activities to civic engagement and social solidarity activities), it always refers to collaborative efforts on the cusp of economic and social reality. Young people's attitude towards carrying out duties that are beneficial to society is also evolving. Young people view them as a chance to address both societal issues and the difficulties posed by the postmodern world's transformations.
 Social implications: Young people are more conscious and involved citizens as well as more responsible future members of the New Economy thanks to the competencies they have acquired.
 Originality/value: The paper reconstructs the tools, strategies, and perspectives of young people towards the agency opportunities provided by social entrepreneurship. The knowledge that was gathered was examined in light of the project's competency-based competence issues.

Tongue Twister Method in Teaching Pronunciation: A Narrative Inquiry of Pre-Service English Teacher

Since English has become a foreign language in Indonesia, the capability to communicate in English has become ever more crucial. Correct speech is progressively required to prevent misunderstandings in articulating a message to the public. As a result, teaching English speaking is essential for teachers to improve their students' speaking abilities. As English is a second language in Indonesia, students struggle to acquire it. In the context of communication, the mother tongue or the language used in daily activities is more dominant. Because the use of foreign languages is still descending, one of the alternative techniques that a teacher can accomplish is a tongue twister. Tongue twisters as a teaching method enable pupils to speak more clearly, especially when pronouncing words. This research aims to report on the researchers’ experience using tongue twister to teach pronunciation in speaking practice. This research was conducted in an Indonesian Vocational High School in the Karawang district. Besides that, the role of the researchers was as active observers. The findings are that students relish learning using the tongue twister technique. Relish means that the students vigorously participate in learning because the teaching method is delightful and comfortable for students to comprehend the crux material. Therefore, the tongue twister technique assists students in learning English speaking continually.

Willingness to Communicate in English: An Interview Study with Indonesian Vocational High School Students

Willingness to Communicate in English: An Interview Study with Indonesian Vocational High School Students

Investigating HOTS on Reading Questions from Fiction Text of the English Textbook Used by Vocational High Schools in Indonesia

Higher-order thinking skills become the target for learning outcomes in the current curriculum. The integration of those thinking levels must be included in the textbook. The English textbook is a kind of media for the students and teachers doing the learning process. A qualified book should provide HOTS instructions to achieve the current curriculum’s goal. This study aims to analyze the use of HOTS in reading questions in fiction texts and find the most dominant thinking skills used. This study was descriptive qualitative research. The data was the reading questions on fiction texts, and the data source is an English textbook titled “English In Mind” a second edition published by the Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education Indonesia for grade X used by Vocational High Schools. The researcher used documentation as the collecting data technique, and the technique of analyzing data used was from Miles and Huberman. They are data collection, reduction, and display; the last is the conclusion or verification. The finding of this study is this book has developed HOTS. 53,33% belong to C4, and 46,66% belong to C5 level and the most dominant thinking skillare at C4 or analysis level. The conclusion is that eight fiction texts contain fifteen reading questions integrating HOTS.

An Investigation of E-Learning Readiness in Vocational High School During the Post Pandemic Covid-19: Case from North Sulawesi

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the learning model in vocational high schools in Indonesia, which is usually face-to-face and has been turned into online learning. This learning uses e-learning with several models such as synchronous learning and asynchronous learning drastically without proper preparation. This creates problems in achieving learning outcomes because of many inhibiting factors. This research aims to investigate the readiness of e-learning implemented in vocational high schools during the post COVID-19 pandemic. The method used is the Aydin & Tasci ELR model for measuring the level of e-learning readiness. The results of this research investigation found that the e-learning readiness score was 4.15, which means that vocational high schools in Indonesia are ready to implement e-learning but still need a slight improvement in several factors. These factors are human resources, organization, technology, and infrastructure. This research concludes that vocational high schools in Indonesia are ready to implement e-learning as a supporter of learning in schools.

Implementation of Curriculum in Vocational High Schools in Indonesia Based on Organizational Citizenship Behavior

Implementation of Curriculum in Vocational High Schools in Indonesia Based on Organizational Citizenship Behavior

ENHANCEMENT OF CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS VOCATIONAL STUDENTS IN INDONESIA USING PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING-STEM BY E-LEARNING

This study aims to develop a problem-based learning model with the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) approach through e-learning in vocational high schools (SMK) to enhance learning outcomes and critical thinking skills of the students of light vehicle electrical maintenance, which is valid, practical, and effective. The design phase began with determining the fundamental philosophy, theoretical background, hypothetical model, and evaluation aspects, while exhaustive tests were conducted to validate the developed system during the development phase. Based on practical testing in four vocational high schools in Indonesia, the developed PBL-STEM e-learning system is considered valid and effective for enhancing the quality of vocational education. The critical thinking skills of experimental class students have increased, both in groups and individually, as indicated by the progressive percentage increase of 38.32%. The application of this model has proven to be effective in enhancing critical thinking, skills.

The Implementation of The Merdeka Curriculum in English Subject at A Vocational High School in Indonesia

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in English subject at one of the vocational high schools in Sidoarjo as the Centre of Excellence of Vocational High School (SMK PK). The study used the descriptive-qualitative method as the research design, and the data were obtained through observations and semi-structured interviews. The subject of this study was an English teacher for 11th graders, and the data sampling used was purposive random sampling in the 11th-grade class. The present study focused on the following six areas regarding the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum: 1) the implementation of the teaching module, 2) the teaching and learning process, 3) the use of learning materials, 4) the use of learning media, 5) the implementation of assessment and evaluation, and 6) the opportunities and obstacles. The study results found that the Merdeka Curriculum at one of the vocational high schools has been widely implemented. However, obstacles arise related to perceptions changing from teacher-centered learning to student-centered learning. All approaches taken in the teaching and learning process of English learning have resulted in a student-centered approach, which is also consistent with the Pancasila Student Profile outcomes. The integration of Pancasila Student Profile orientation and student-centered approach in English learning is intended to produce generations that are self-sufficient, capable of critical, creative, and innovative thinking, quickly sociable, and capable of communicating and collaborating. In addition, the principle of freedom that is upheld in this Merdeka curriculum has been able to encourage students and teachers to maximize teaching and learning processes that are more meaningful.