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Vol.15, No.3, August 2026. ISSN: 2217-8309 eISSN: 2217-8333
TEM Journal
TECHNOLOGY, EDUCATION, MANAGEMENT, INFORMATICS Association for Information Communication Technology Education and Science |
Integrating E-Learning into the Vocational High School Curriculum: Strategies, Challenges, and Future Directions
Rini Sefriani, Usmeldi Usmeldi, Mukhlidi Muskhir, Halomoan Halomoan, Muhammad Hakiki, Rani Kartika, Yuni Suprapto, Mustofa Abi Hamid
© 2026 Halomoan Halomoan, published by UIKTEN. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 License. (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)
Citation Information: TEM Journal. Volume 15, Issue 3, Pages 2684-2695, ISSN 2217-8309, DOI: 10.18421/TEM153-56, August 2026.
Received: 16 May 2025.
Abstract:
This study investigates the integration of e-learning into the curricula of vocational high schools, emphasizing strategies, challenges, and prospective avenues for enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. E-learning plays a crucial role in enhancing vocational education within the framework of rapid digital transformation, facilitating flexibility, interactivity, and access to a variety of learning resources. A qualitative approach was used to collect data through in-depth interviews, surveys, and participatory observation in 39 vocational high schools in Padang, Indonesia, involving 73 teachers and 195 students participating in e-learning activities. The findings indicate that both teachers and students possess favorable views regarding the integration of e-learning, recognizing its capacity to improve conceptual understanding, promote learner autonomy, and create more engaging educational environments. Educators indicated that the implementation of learning management systems, online discussions, multimedia resources, and virtual simulations enhances student engagement and fosters collaboration. Data triangulation confirmed that teacher competence and engagement in professional development significantly impact e-learning success. Challenges remain, such as low digital literacy, inadequate infrastructure, and diminished direct interaction. The research highlights the necessity of ongoing teacher training, dependable technological infrastructure, and curriculum redesign in accordance with industry standards to facilitate effective e-learning integration. It is advisable to establish collaborative partnerships among educational institutions, industry stakeholders, and policymakers to improve curriculum relevance and learning outcomes. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are crucial for sustaining dynamic and adaptive e-learning environments. This study presents a framework aimed at enhancing e-learning implementation in vocational high schools, thereby facilitating students’ preparedness for the digital and industrial workforce.
Keywords – E-learning integration, curriculum, strategies, challenges, future directions. |
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