Assessment of Needs for Industrial Class Models Based on Work Culture in SMKs Across Makassar
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Research Aims: Vocational High Schools (SMKs) in Indonesia face persistent challenges in graduate employability, with only 60% of SMK graduates successfully entering the labor market. This study addresses the critical gap between educational outcomes and industry requirements, particularly in work culture competencies.
Design/methodology/approach: To analyze the needs for implementing a work culture-based industrial class model in vocational high schools across Makassar City. A mixed-methods approach using the ADDIE framework was employed, involving 320 students, 45 teachers, 12 industry partners, and administrators from four SMKs. Data collection included surveys, interviews, document analysis, and observations. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analyzed relationships between variables
Research Findings: Significant gaps were identified in work culture integration, with 68% of teachers lacking industry experience and 74% of students feeling unprepared for workplace ethics. SEM analysis revealed that experimental learning experiences (β=0.529, p<0.001) and instructor quality (β=0.293, p=0.002) significantly influence perceived employability.
Theoretical Contribution/Originality: The proposed model achieved expert validation with a mean validity score of 3.65. A comprehensive work culture-based industrial class model was developed featuring hybrid learning approaches (50% school-based, 50% industry-based), collaborative teaching, and authentic assessment mechanisms
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