Online learning of mechanical engineering subject in the Covid-19 era: strategy, platform and media

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in the application of theoretical and practical sessions in Vocational High School being carried out online. The teacher has carried out learning by utilizing information technology in the midst of existing limitations and constraints. This study aims to determine the implementation of vocational education learning in the pandemic era. There were 3 aspects that were the main focus, namely learning strategies, platforms, and instructional media used during the pandemic, both in theoretical sessions and practical sessions. The research method used was quantitative, with a descriptive approach. The research object was 44 Educators of Mechanical Engineering in Vocational High School. The results obtained were: first, the learning strategy that was widely applied in theory learning was 68% independent assignment and in practical sessions was watching video tutorials 27%. Second, Google Classroom was the most widely used as the LMS platform, both in theory sessions at 64% and practical sessions at 27%. Third, material in document form was the instructional media most widely used by educators in implementing 77% theory learning and 57% practical sessions. This research is expected to provide an overview and recommendations for vocational high school educators, especially in the field of Mechanical Engineering in carrying out learning in the pandemic era.

Online Learning for Vocational Education: Uncovering Emerging Themes on Perceptions and Experiences

“…According to Wagiran et al (2020), video usage may be customized to engage students in the learning process, making it a viable option for online learning tools. Hence, Google Meet, Google Classroom, and other learning platforms are also used to support learning.…”

“…Hence, Google Meet, Google Classroom, and other learning platforms are also used to support learning. Concerning the finding in the study of Wagiran et al (2020), teachers used a variety of learning strategies when teaching Vol 5. No.1 May 2022 p. 01-15 students online, which are independent assignments with 68% sessions with theory explanations and 27% of videos for practical activities.…”

Systematic Literature Review: Online Learning during Covid-19 Pandemic

“…One of the learning strategies used in online learning is through video. Videos can be customized for use and motivate students (Wagiran, Rahdiyanta, Wibowo, Sati, & Badu, 2020).…”

Educational Experiences of a Mechanical Engineering Technology Program During COVID-19

“…Ideally, semi-structured interviews would occur to get some consistent responses from the faculty, while allowing for organic discussions to take place as opportunities present themselves. Prompts influenced from similar literature on teaching engineering, engineering technology, and lab settings during COVID-19 [2,3,4,5,6] were used as a reference point.…”