Vocational High School Students Research Articles

The Influence of Parents’ Socio-Economic Status of Vocational High School Students on the Interest in Higher Education

Introduction: The community understands the importance of education to improve the quality of human resources, which will improve socio-economic life. Education is often seen as a preparation for a better life in the future. Because of this, many parents do not hesitate to sacrifice greatly for their children’s education. Children who have finished school are expected to be able to do work as a livelihood or at least have an adequate basis for earning a living. The higher the education, the greater the hope of getting a good job. Methods: This type of research was a case study, an in-depth investigation of an individual, group, or institution. This The conclusion only applies to the subject where the research was conducted, namely students of State Vocational School class 12 in the field of Computer Network Engineering expertise in East Jawa, Indonesia. The population of this research was all namely students of State Vocational School class 12 in the field of Computer Network Engineering expertise, the population is 350, specifically students who have moved (transferred) to school in East Java in 2022 The research respondents were 187 students chosen using purposive sampling by several considerations, refers to Slovin's theory, The Slovin formula is a formula used to determine the minimum sample from a limited population. This formula is used when researchers do not know the ideal population proportion to take as a sample. Results: The results of this study were not in line with the initial assumption of this study that there was an influence on the level of parents’ work on students’ interest in continuing their studies to higher education. The type of parents’ work was closely related to childcare patterns. The type of work that parents influenced the development of their children. The discrepancy between the results of this study and the previous assumption was due to the results of the description of the data about the types of parents’ work indicating that most of it was not as teachers. Therefore, The determinant of high or low factors that influenced students to continue their studies in higher education used PAP II. Based on the criteria above, the categories of the variable tendency of vocational students’ interest to continue their studies to higher education were as follows: The limits for determining the high and low-interest factors of vocational students in continuing their studies to higher education using PAP II. Practical significance: The Provincial Education Office is also expected to care about students’ achievements by providing scholarships so that students with good achievements and a high interest in continuing their studies at higher education can continue their studies at the higher education level.

Analysis of Industry Collaboration, School Achievement, and Education Costs on the Competitiveness of Vocational High Schools with Strategic Management as a Moderating Variable (Case Study at Nusantara Wisata Respati Vocational High School, East Jakarta)

In selecting a vocational high school (SMK), parents and prospective students must make informed decisions that align with their preferences and aspirations. This aspect creates a competitive environment among SMKs in attracting students. Before competing with other schools, both SMA/SMK consider various advantages to enhance their competitiveness. This research aims to investigate the influence of Industry Collaboration, School Achievement, and Education Cost Competitiveness, and determine whether Strategic Management can moderate the relationship between Industry Collaboration, School Achievement, and Education Cost on Competitiveness. This study was conducted at SMK Nusantara Wisata Respati with 60 respondents. Data were analyzed quantitatively using Multiply regression analysis (MRA) using SPSS 24.0. The research findings indicate that industry collaboration, school achievement, and education costs do not significantly influence competitiveness. Meanwhile, strategic management can moderate the relationship between industry collaboration and school achievement on competitiveness, while strategic management does not significantly moderate the relationship between education cost and competitiveness.

The Correlation Between Self-Disclosure, Academic Hardiness, and Academic Stress on Vocational High School Students

Implementing an independent curriculum aims to create a flexible teaching and learning process but often creates academic pressure that impacts student academic stress. In this case, students need to recognize the conditions and situations that exist so that self-disclosure becomes an important step that needs to be owned, as well as a resilient personality that makes students able to deal with stress and accept academic situations that arise as a step of self-development. The research was conducted on 238 students of vocational high school “X” students in Surabaya using multiple linear regression analysis techniques. The results showed that self-disclosure and academic hardiness correlate with vocational students' academic stress. Students with self-disclosure can express self-information, supported by the personality of academic hardiness, which makes a person stronger, resistant, and optimistic so that academic stress decreases. The following result shows that self-disclosure negatively correlates with vocational students' academic stress. Self-disclosure with the closest person can reduce academic stress because problems and conflicts in the surrounding environment can be expressed to their friends. The third hypothesis result shows that academic hardiness has a negative correlation with the academic stress of vocational students. Students with resilient personalities can deal with stressors positively because they can identify activities around them.

How trait mindfulness protects late adolescents from stress-induced sleep problems: the unique role of mindfulness facets and gender differences

BackgroundUnderstanding sleep problems in late adolescents caused by daily stress is essential due to their increased vulnerability to stress-related sleep issues. While previous research has demonstrated the potential protective effect of trait mindfulness, facets of mindfulness were found to have unique functions against the negative impact of stress, and the unique impact of each facet of mindfulness on the sleep problems caused by the negative impact of stress remains unclear. Thus, this longitudinal study aimed to assess the impact of stressful life events on sleep problems a year later among late adolescents and to explore the moderating effects of the five trait mindfulness facets. Gender differences have been observed in mindfulness’s protective effects, yet how gender influences each mindfulness facet remains unclear. This study also examines how gender moderates the effects of individual mindfulness facets.MethodsThe study tracked 1,926 Chinese vocational high school students (Mage = 18.49) over a year, assessing them for their sleep problems, perceived impact of stressful life events, and mindfulness facets through self-reported questionnaires. Multivariate analysis was used to investigate the moderating effects of each mindfulness facet on the relationship between stressful life events and sleep problems one year later. Then, gender differences were examined through multi-group comparison.ResultsA higher impact from stressful life events predicted more sleep problems a year later. Notably, among all five facets of mindfulness, only Observing significantly buffered the negative impact of stressful life events on sleep problems, in females but not in males, thus gender moderated the impact of Observing.ConclusionsThis study suggested that Observing uniquely protected young females from the negative impact of stressful life events on their sleep problems a year later. Since the measurement tool for the Observing facet only had 1 question tested on observing inner feelings, and other questions are all about observing bodily sensations and outer environments, this study implies that insomnia therapies focus on enhancing the ability to anchor attention in the present moment, especially towards bodily sensations and the outer environment, may be particularly effective in buffering the long-term impact of daily stressors on sleep for young females.Trial registrationNot applicable.

А Model for School Subject “AI Proficiency” for Advanced students in Secondary TVET School: Conceptual Framework and Content with Practical Exеmplary Curriculum

The article proposes a subject model for special preparation for professional education and training for classes in the professional field Computer Science and Technology, as a continuation of the subject „Introduction to AI: General education“ for TVET secondary schools in Bulgaria, proposed by the author in a previous published article. The model is balanced, with an emphasis on active learning with a synergistic and holistic creative approach, where over 80% of the time the student is involved in an active (individual or collective) activity: researching materials, drawing up models, discussions and debates, SWOT analyses, as well as project-based tasks of greater or lesser volume, problem cases. The topics are considered not only in their strict technical context, but also holistically-synergistically: ethics in the matter of AI, strategies for regulations, future perspectives and benefits, personal interests. The curriculum aims to provide vocational high school students with a comprehensive understanding of AI, covering fundamental concepts, practical applications, advanced technologies, ethical considerations and future trends in the field, through a combination of theoretical learning, practical projects, creative activity and discussions, develop critical thinking skills and will prepare for further study or careers in AI-related fields.

IMPROVING ENTREPRENEURSHIP KNOWLEDGE OF STUDENTS IN MEULABOH STATE VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 3 WITH LIQUID DISH WASHER SOAP MAKING TRAINING

Liquid dishwashing soap is a liquid solution that contains surfactants that function to remove dirt, grease, and food residue from the surface of eating utensils such as plates, glasses, etc. The need for liquid dishwashing soap is increasing because it is easier to use, cleaner, and more hygienic. Currently, many basic ingredients for making liquid dishwashing soap are sold on the market, so people can make their own so that it is more economical and easier to obtain. This activity aims to improve the entrepreneurial spirit of vocational school students so that they can produce dishwashing soap products and market them through schools so that they can produce independent students after completing their schooling at vocational school by selling the liquid dishwashing soap products to the market or surrounding housewives. The training method for making dish soap products is the Production Based Training (PBT) method, a learning model that emphasizes direct practice and production. In this training, students will use materials and work tools in a simulated environment. This method is also carried out using theory classes, practical demonstrations, and guided exercises. In this training, liquid dishwashing soap was directly made using the necessary ingredients such as Texapon, Email Needle, Natrium Chloride (NaCl), Anti-Bacterial, Perfume Seeds, liquid/powder dye, and Mineral Water. This training process produces approximately 20 liters of liquid dishwashing soap. Apart from that, this dishwashing soap also has quite a large economic value so it can be a solution to improve the community's economy at a lower price compared to the price of factory production which is already sold on the market. This training can provide enthusiasm and stimulate entrepreneurship to vocational high school students.

Finding the Career Path: Career Well-being of Vocational High School Students in Major Selection

Abstract: This study aims to analyze how students at SMK Negeri 1 Bantaeng explore their major or career choices and how these choices relate to their future career well-being. The research employs a descriptive quantitative design. The sample consists of 198 active students from vocational high schools (SMK) in Bantaeng District, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The scale used to assess career well-being is based on the development of Coetzee's (2021) Career Well-Being Inventory. The Career Well-Being Scale uses a Likert-type scale with response criteria ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree). Based on the research findings, students at SMK Negeri 1 Bantaeng demonstrate high overall career well-being, with aspects of affective career planning, career meaningfulness, and social support all falling within the high category. This reflects that students feel comfortable and supported in selecting their majors and planning their careers. The recommendations of this study include enhancing career planning support through strengthened guidance and counseling programs, as well as fostering partnerships with the industry to expand students' career networks. Keywords: career well-being, students; career path, vocational high school.

How the usage of the OK4R Reading Platform relates to learning efficacy, attitude, and cognitive development

Studies indicate that integrating digital tools into reading instruction significantly enhances student learning. The OK4R (Overview, Key Idea, Read, Recall, Reflect, Review) method goes beyond teaching reading techniques by fostering a cyclic process of reading and critical reflection. Through OK4R, learners develop both reading strategies and metacognitive skills for self-assessment. Although OK4R is an earlier reading strategy, its theoretical foundation has a significant impact on enhancing students’ learning abilities. This study moves beyond the traditional paper-based and lecture-driven OK4R teaching model by constructing the OK4R Reading Platform, aiming to explore the new significance and value of OK4R instruction under digital assistance. This study introduces the OK4R Reading Platform aimed at improving vocational students’ learning efficacy, attitude, and cognitive development. Using a quasi-experimental approach, 90 vocational high school students in Taipei participated, with an experimental group using the Platform and a control group receiving traditional paper-based instruction. After six weeks, including pretest, digital or traditional reading sessions, and post-test, students using the Platform showed significant gains in learning efficacy, attitude, and cognitive development. These findings highlight the potential of digital tools in enhancing vocational education’s language instruction. The research questions for this study are as follows: The impact of the OK4R Reading Platform on vocational students’ learning efficacy of popular science texts. The role of the OK4R Reading Platform in enhancing vocational students’ learning attitude, and cognitive development. A comparative analysis of the effectiveness in improving students’ learning efficacy, attitude, and cognitive development between digital-assisted teaching with the OK4R Reading Platform and traditional-print reading teaching. Students’ reactions and suggestions regarding the teaching assistance provided by the OK4R Reading Platform. Through the aforementioned questions, the research team conducted an investigation to understand “how the usage of the OK4R Reading Platform relates to learning efficacy, attitude, and cognitive development in vocational high school students.”

PELATIHAN LITERASI KEUANGAN UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PEMAHAMAN PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN DI KALANGAN KARYAWAN PERUSAHAAN RITEL KOTA PEKANBARU (STUDI PADA CV. METROPOLITAN)

. The purpose of this study is to find out and analyze the marketing mix, service quality, electronic word of mouth (EWOM) affect students' interest in choosing a vocational high school. To find out and analyze the marketing mix, service quality and electronic word of mouth (EWOM) affect students' decisions in choosing vocational high schools. To find out and analyze interest affects students' decisions in choosing vocational high schools. all vocational high school (SMK) students in Riau Province as many as 104,035 students from 13 districts/cities. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data, while the data collection technique uses a questionnaire. The data analysis technique used in this study is Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results of the service quality research, electronic word of mouth (EWOM) have an effect on student interest. The mix of marketing, service quality and electronic word of mouth (EWOM) affects students' decisions. Interest affects student decisions. And the mix of marketing, service quality and electronic word of mouth (EWOM) affects students' decisions through interest.

Are Vocational High School Students Ready for Global Competitiveness?: Self-Perception on Their English Proficiency

The study investigates the English proficiency of vocational high school students in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, employing a descriptive qualitative method and survey research design. With a total of 472 respondents from five public vocational high schools, the study reveals a predominant focus on Class XII students (99.6%), indicative of readiness for career pursuits or higher education. Notably, 60% major in social science and 40% in technological science. A crucial aspect of the research lies in its exploration of the self-perception of English proficiency among respondents, where findings indicate that 68.6% perceive speaking as their weakest skill, followed by writing (7%), reading (8.1%), and listening (16.3%). The analysis underscores the pronounced inadequacy in speaking proficiency among vocational high school students in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, a critical skill for global competitiveness in today's interconnected job market. Addressing these deficiencies is imperative to prepare vocational high school respondents, for global competitiveness, aligning with insights regarding the integration of speaking activities to enhance communication skills.

An Integrated RME and PBL Mathematics E-Module for Vocational High School Learning: A Need Analysis

In this digital era, we can access information that we need easily. Including mathematics learning material. The are a lot if digital based learning materials that can be accessed anytime anywhere. However, the are still limited studies about developing mathematics e-modul as one of learning resources for vocational high school students. Therefore, this study investigates the need to develop An Integrated RME and PBL Mathematics E-Module for Vocational High School learning. This study is a descriptive survey involving 52 tenth grade students consist of 27 students from the Pharmaceutical Technology Expertise Field, 10 students from the Industrial Chemical Engineering Expertise Field, and 15 students from the Beauty and Spa Expertise Field, and also four mathematics teachers from four different vocational high schools with various expertise field in a city of Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia. The data collection was conducted using printed questionnaires (for students) and online questionnaires (for teachers). The data was summarized and analyzed descriptively. Based on the data analysis, it can be concluded that there are still limited realistic problems in Indonesian mathematics textbook for vocational high school based on each expertise fields. Therefore, developing an integrated RME and PBL mathematics e-module is necessary. The characteristic of the integrated RME and PBL mathematics e-module are: (1) the e-module’s content should be presented in Bahasa Indonesia, providing realistic contexts by the certain expertise field and can also be from various expertise fields; (2) the learning activities should be carried out in groups, held inside or outside the classroom and involve problems that are related to the expertise field; (3) the learning media can be in the form of electronic and non-electronic media; (4) The assessment activities can be carried out in writing or authentic assessment.

Design and evaluation a mobile augmented reality to enhance critical thinking skills for vocational high schools

This study aimed to examine the impact of mobile augmented reality (MAR) implementations on critical thinking in vocational high school students. This study employed quantitative methodology, particularly quasi-experiment with a pre-experiment method. 120 vocational high school students, who have enrolled the accounting lesson in Class X, were examined to obtain answers to the two research questions. The findings indicate that students in the experimental class, who utilized the AR in their learning process, had significant enhancements in their critical thinking skills compared with the control class. This improvement illustrates that the implementation of AR has potential to promote the critical thinking skills of the students. To better understand these results, this study also examines the enhancement of critical thinking skills based on the six indicators of critical thinking skills—interpretation, analysis, conclusions, evaluations, explaining, and self-regulations. By comparing each indicator of the critical thinking skills, there are differences between both the experimental and the control class. The experimental class showed enhancement in all indicators but with significant improvement in conclusions, evaluations, and explaining. More crucially, through the learning process, implementation of AR technologies also instills the aspect of developing critical thinking skills

PELATIHAN STRATEGI BERHITUNG CEPAT DALAM MATEMATIKA

The ability to count quickly is an important basic skill in learning mathematics, especially for Vocational High School (SMK) students who are prepared for the world of work. However, many students still experience difficulties in solving math problems efficiently due to low quick counting skills, lack of implementation of innovative learning strategies, and low motivation to learn mathematics. This research aims to provide training on quick counting strategies to students of SMK Telkom 1 Medan to improve their competence in solving math problems quickly and accurately, as well as change their mindset towards mathematics. The research method used is training, which consists of several stages, namely problem identification, learning strategy design, training implementation, and evaluation of training results. The results of the study show that students show high enthusiasm in participating in this training. In addition, there is a significant change in the mindset of students, from initially considering mathematics as a difficult and boring subject to more fun and challenging. The evaluation of the training results also showed an improvement in students' quick counting skills, both in terms of speed and accuracy of problem solving. Thus, this quick counting strategy training has proven to be effective in improving students' mathematical competence, building their confidence, and having a positive impact on their readiness in the academic and work worlds. The success of this program can be a model for other schools in improving their quick numeracy skills and interest in learning mathematics among vocational school students.

Enhancing entrepreneurship project-based learning for vocational schools with human-centered design and 3D printing

Background: Project-Based Learning (PBL) is vital for equipping Vocational High School (SMK) students with entrepreneurial skills to reduce unemployment. However, many schools face challenges in its effective implementation, particularly in integrating Industry 4.0 technologies. Contribution: This program introduced consumer-focused entrepreneurial thinking using Human-Centered Design (HCD) and 3D printing technology to teachers at SMKN 1 Pacet, Cianjur. Method: The initiative included workshops and a mini product development project. Effectiveness was evaluated through pre- and post-tests, prototype assessments, and reflective questionnaires. Results: Teachers' knowledge improved by 31%, with significant gains in skills and understanding. Conclusion: The program enhanced teachers' understanding of entrepreneurship PBL integrated with HCD and 3D printing, fostering innovative teaching approaches

Pengaruh Disiplin Belajar Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa

Learning discipline is a crucial component that helps students meet their learning objectives, particularly when it comes to honing their critical thinking abilities. The purpose of this study is to examine how learning discipline affects Jakartan high school and vocational high school students' critical thinking abilities. A quantitative approach using a descriptive associative design is the study methodology employed. The sampling procedure was carried out unintentionally mixed with non-probability methods. A Likert scale questionnaire with 40 students as respondents was used to collect the data. The findings demonstrated that, partially and concurrently, studying discipline has a favorable and considerable impact on students' critical thinking abilities. With a t count of 6.176 and a F significance value of 0.000, the positive correlation value is 0.708. According to the analysis of the coefficient of determination (R-Square), learning discipline has a 50.1% impact on critical thinking abilities, with other factors influencing the remaining percentage.

Project Based Learning Business Communication Teaching Materials To Improve Vocational School Students' Work Readiness

This research aims to develop business-based communication teaching materials Project Based Learning (PjBL) which is valid and tests its effectiveness in increasing the work readiness of Vocational High School (SMK) students. This research uses the ADDIE development model which includes stages Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The development of teaching materials is carried out based on analysis of student and industry needs, as well as validation by material experts, learning media and practitioners. The research results show that the teaching materials developed are valid and effective in improving students' business communication skills. The test results show a significant increase in pretest and posttest scores, which indicates that students are better prepared to face the world of work after using this teaching material. Apart from that, this research also found that the integration of technology in PjBL learning and collaborative learning can help students develop soft skills that are important for success in the world of work. Based on the research results, it is hoped that this teaching material can be implemented more widely in vocational schools to improve the quality of vocational education in Indonesia.

THE INFLUENCE OF GRATITUDE AND SELF-ESTEEM ON PSYCHOLOGICAL HELP-SEEKING BEHAVIOR IN VOCATIONAL SCHOOL STUDENTS

The behavior of seeking psychological help shows a sign of mental health in adolescents. Seeking psychological help is influenced by various things, including gratitude and self-esteem. With gratitude, students appreciate the benefits of social support for their problems, and with self-esteem, they will raise defenses to solve their problems. This study examines the effect of gratitude and self-esteem on psychological help-seeking behavior in vocational high school students in Boja District, Kendal Regency. The population of this study was 2,504 students, and with the cluster sampling method and the calculation of the Isaac and Michael formula, 333 students were selected as the research sample. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach of correlational design with multiple regression analysis. The study results obtained an f-test score of 74.383 with a sig of 000, meaning H1 is accepted. Gratitude and self-esteem simultaneously affect 31.1% of psychological help-seeking behavior and have a significant and positive relationship. So, it can be interpreted that the higher the level of gratitude and self-esteem in students, the higher the level of help-seeking behavior.

Immunity to Vaccine-Preventable Diseases among Health Vocational High School Students

Immunity to Vaccine-Preventable Diseases among Health Vocational High School Students

Work-based learning design for students with disabilities in vocational high schools

Education for students with disabilities is urgently needed as part of fulfilling educational equality. This research is motivated by the lack of learning models that focus on students with disabilities, particularly Work-Based Learning for vocational high school students. The purpose of this research is to analyze the needs and develop a design for Work-Based Learning instructional tools for Vocational High School students with special needs. This research method uses the Borg and Gall model combined with the Dick and Carey instructional model, making the stages more contextual and providing a comprehensive overview. The subjects of this research are Vocational High School students from two provinces, namely Central Java and the Special Region of Yogyakarta, specifically students with special needs, including those with disabilities. The trial stages in this research start with evaluations by subject matter experts, media experts, and instructional design experts. The next step involves product testing, which includes individual trials, small-group trials, and large-group trials. The results are then analyzed descriptively and qualitatively to assess the developed model. Thus, based on these results, the model developed is in accordance with needs and has the potential to be implemented at the vocational school level as a means of facilitating WBL-based learning for students with special needs in Indonesia.

Developing Digital Flipbook-Based English Writing Materials for EFL Vocational High School Students

Developing Digital Flipbook-Based English Writing Materials for EFL Vocational High School Students