Digital Transformation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET): A Comparative Analysis of Indonesia, China, and South Korea
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https://doi.org/10.55927/jiph.v5i1.5Keywords:
Digital Transformation, TVET, Vocational Education, Indonesia, China, South KoreaAbstract
Digital transformation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has become a strategic priority to enhance the relevance of education to the needs of industry and the digital economy. This article conducts a comparative analysis of digital transformation in TVET in Indonesia, China, and South Korea through a comparative literature review using a qualitative descriptive design. The findings indicate that Indonesia emphasizes the “link and match 8+i” approach through collaborative curricula, teaching factories, internships, and industry certification. China is driven by state policies, the integration of information technology, artificial intelligence, digital learning platforms, and technology-based curriculum reform. South Korea stands out through its Digital New Deal, Smart Learning, AI Digital Textbooks, and the integration of 5G and cloud computing. All three countries emphasize that the success of TVET digital transformation depends on the synergy of policies, curricula, educators, infrastructure, and industry collaboration in preparing future graduates.
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