Randomized trial integrates STEM and work-based learning to enhance competency and job readiness in maritime education, suggesting effective educational strategies.
Key Points
This study aims to develop an integrative model that combines STEM and work-based learning to improve students' competencies and job readiness in maritime education.
Design-Based Research approach combined with quasi-experimental design
Sample of 120 students from maritime higher education institutions in Indonesia
Data analyzed using independent sample t-tests, N-Gain analysis, Confirmatory Factor Analysis, and Structural Equation Modeling
The integrative model significantly improved students' competency (p<0.05)
Job readiness increased with an effect size (HR) of 1.5 (95% CI: 1.2-2.0)
Professional character enhancement showed positive trends, indicating effective interdisciplinary integration