Journal of Vocational Education Studies

Leadership Strategy of the School Principal in Improving the Quality of Education in Remote Areas at SMKN 12 Sarolangun

2025-02-11T14:35:58+00:00

This study aims to analyze the leadership strategy of the school principal in improving the quality of education in remote areas, specifically at SMKN 12 Sarolangun. Remote areas often face various challenges in accessing quality education, such as limited infrastructure, minimal government support, and low community participation in education. Therefore, the role of the school principal is crucial in creating an environment that supports the improvement of education quality in these areas. This research employs a qualitative approach, with data collection techniques including in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. Participants in this study include the school principal, teachers, and other relevant stakeholders involved in the educational process at SMKN 12 Sarolangun. The collected data were analyzed using thematic analysis techniques to identify and describe the various leadership strategies implemented by the principal in addressing the existing challenges and efforts to enhance the quality of education. The results show that the principal at SMKN 12 Sarolangun applies several leadership strategies, including human resource development, improving the quality of teaching and learning, and utilizing technology and networking with external parties. In addition, the principal is also active in building partnerships with the community and related agencies to support educational activities at the school. This research is expected to make a significant contribution to the development of educational leadership strategies in remote areas and serve as a reference for other school principals in efforts to improve education quality in similar conditions.

The Effect of Family Environment, World of Work Knowledge, and Work Motivation on Mental Work Readiness of Vocational School Students in East Lombok

2025-02-11T14:45:27+00:00

This study investigates the effects of family environment, knowledge of the world of work, and work motivation on the mental work readiness of vocational high school students in East Lombok. Employing an ex post facto design, the study targeted all grade XI vocational schools in the region offer engineering programs that encompass TKR, Ototronik, TSM, and Heavy Equipment. A total of 196 students were selected through proportional random sampling to ensure representative distribution across schools. Data were collected via structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics, simple regression, and multiple regression in SPSS. The findings reveal: (1) a significant effect of family environment on work readiness (r = 0.618, R² = 0.382, p < 0.001); (2) a significant effect of knowledge of the world of work on work readiness (r = 0.782, R² = 0.611, p < 0.001); (3) a significant effect of work motivation on work readiness (r = 0.694, R² = 0.481, p < 0.001); and (4) a combined influence of family environment, knowledge of the world of work, and work motivation on work readiness (R = 0.832, R² = 0.693, p < 0.001). These results underscore the critical role of both internal and contextual factors in shaping students’ preparedness for the workforce.

Development of a Blended Learning Model Based on Edmodo for PKL Students in Vocational High Schools

2024-09-03T03:28:51+00:00

The purpose of this study was to develop an Edmodo-based blended learning model for street vendors in vocational high schools, analyze the feasibility of the model, and test its effectiveness. The study was conducted at SMK Muhammadiyah Sampang, Cilacap Regency, using a research and development (R&D) method based on the ADDIE model. The research design used a one-group pretest-posttest design. The development procedure included analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages. In the analysis stage, a student needs survey was conducted, while the design stage was adjusted to the learning needs. The next stage of development included validation by experts on the model and materials, and then the product was revised. Implementation was carried out on 60 students of grade XI in the Light Vehicle Engineering study program. The research results show that Edmodo-based blended learning is suitable as an alternative learning model, particularly to support internship activities. This model can be implemented according to a plan consisting of orientation, organization, investigation, analysis, and evaluation. In terms of effectiveness, student learning outcomes with Edmodo-based blended learning achieved an average of above 80, significantly different from the group not using Edmodo. Furthermore, this model can increase student motivation and learning independence. Based on these findings, the study recommends further development of the Edmodo-based blended learning model as a complement to face-to-face learning, especially in normative and adaptive subjects in vocational high schools.