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Unlike general education, vocational education aims to nurture skilled people for various sectors in the society. The development of students’ problem analysis and problem-solving skills is crucial. As an important part of the vocational education system, skills competitions are considered a “booster” for improving the quality of teaching in vocati...
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... study analyzes the role of skills competitions in promoting students' problem-solving skills through their participation in the "Internet +" College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition. The research logic is shown in Figure 1. First, the Chinese government's education policy is described in this paper. ...
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... Students get various benefits from participating in this campus teaching activity, namely honing hard skills such as analytical skills and complex problem solving (Hadiyanto. et al., 2021;Shang et al., 2022). Furthermore, students can improve soft skills such as management skills, leadership, public speaking and critical thinking. ...
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... The national vocational skills competition, as a publiclyorganized and nationwide vocational skills competition, is initiated by the Ministry of Education and jointly organized with relevant departments of the State Council, industries, and social organizations. This competition has demonstrated significant effects in promoting the quality of technical and skilled talent cultivation, verifying teaching achievements, and leading educational and teaching reforms [1][2]. At the same time, it plays a positive role in deepening the implementation of the comprehensive educational model integrating jobs, courses, competitions, and certifications. ...
With the increasing emphasis placed by the country on vocational education, it has become a key focus for vocational colleges to encourage their students to participate in national vocational skills competitions, through which they can enhance their professional qualities, theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and employability. The big data technology major of Jiangsu Maritime Institute has analyzed the knowledge and skill points required in big data application development skills competitions, and has constructed a project-driven hybrid teaching approach based on the Chaoxing Cloud Course Platform, which utilizes a SPOC (Small Private Online Course) approach. By aligning with the workflows and tasks of big data technology-related job positions, the major integrates skills competition projects into its curriculum, realizing a learner-centered, integrated online and offline learning approach. Through teaching practice, this teaching method has achieved good results, improving the quality of teaching and students' learning enthusiasm, and providing new methods and perspectives for the reform of big data technology professional courses in higher vocational education.
... Academic achievement was measured by grade rank, class rank, English proficiency test, scholarship, vocational qualification certificate and vocational skill competition (Rodríguez-Hernández et al., 2020;Wang et al., 2022;Wittman, 2022). The study used 1-5 to represent the top 20% to the bottom 20% of grade and class ranks. ...
Background
Higher vocational education is an essential part of the higher education system that complements conventional education. In the context of information and communication technology (ICT) development and academic competition, more and more literature has proved the importance of ICT use in educational development (academic achievement and mental health) and the relationship between information literacy and the educational development of higher vocational students.
Objectives
Based on one of the most extensive surveys of higher vocational students, the study combined the Opportunity‐Propensity (O‐P) framework and ecological model to explore the direct effects of different types of ICT use on educational development and the indirect effects from psychological and social factors.
Methods
The data involved 28,956 students from seven higher vocational colleges. The class fixed effect and causal mediation analysis models verified the results.
Results and Conclusion
The results found differential effects of different types of ICT use on academic achievement and mental health. Information literacy ability can improve the academic achievement of higher vocational students, but at the cost of mental health. ICT use not only directly impacts the academic achievement and mental health, but also has an indirect impact through psychological factors represented by self‐efficacy and technostress and social factors represented by social support.
Implications
This study promotes integrating and expanding the O‐P framework and ecological model, enriching the relevant research in ICT use and educational development. Meanwhile, it also provides practical suggestions for realizing rational interventions in ICT use and improving the educational development level of higher vocational students.
... Implementing skill-based education can be a feasible approach to assist individuals with distinctive learning needs in acquiring novel proficiencies. According to Wang et al. (2022), vocational education is strategically positioned to develop skilled and practical individuals across various industries. The increasing pace of industrial upgrading and economic restructuring leads to a growing demand for skilled personnel. ...
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... A number of researches highlight varied benefits of vocational skills competitions for empowering students. Wang et al. [3] found that competitions strengthened problem-solving via application of multidisciplinary knowledge to industry-aligned issues. The competitions also facilitate vocational education development. ...
... Liu and Wan [7] delineated flaws uncovered through competition, thus exposing shortcomings in augmenting food testing training. Scholars emphasize simulation roles for preparation [8] and contextual design applications [3] . Diverse assessment methods were explored. ...
This paper analyzes key challenges faced by vocational college students when participating in national skills competitions. It identifies problems like limited resources, insufficient training, lack of mentorship, academic workload constraints, and inadequate equipment. Targeted solutions are proposed, including improving resource access, providing structured skill training, implementing expert mentorship programs, offering flexible schedules, and upgrading experimental equipment. Implementing these recommendations through a collaborative effort among stakeholders can significantly empower vocational students to excel in skills competitions by enabling access to resources, building practical skills, obtaining guidance, managing time effectively, and gaining hands-on experience.
... Innovation skills equip students with the requisite skills and mindset to tackle complex problems, adapt to technological advancements, and contribute to economic growth. Nevertheless, there are several challenges in the cultivation of students' innovation skills in vocational colleges that hinder the nurturing of future talents [3,4] . This paper aims to shed light on the problems encountered in the cultivation of students' innovation ability in vocational colleges and propose viable countermeasures from the perspective of skills competition. ...
The cultivation of students’ innovation skills in vocational colleges is of paramount importance in preparing them to excel in the everchanging and competitive world. However, there are several challenges that impede the development of students’ innovation skills. This paper addresses these challenges from the perspective of skills competition and proposes practical countermeasures. These suggestions include incorporating skills competition into the curriculum, provision of teacher training on innovation skills, encouraging industry partnerships, and fostering a culture of innovation within vocational colleges. Through the implementation of these measures, an environment that nurtures students’ practical abilities, creativity, and innovation skills can be created. This research contributes to the existing body of knowledge on innovation education in vocational colleges and offers practical strategies for enhancing the cultivation of students’ innovation ability.
... In recent years, vocational colleges have increasingly recognized the importance of innovative skills competitions as a means to prepare students for the dynamic demands of the workforce [1,2] . However, these competitions often face numerous challenges that hinder their effectiveness in nurturing students' innovative abilities [3] . This paper aims to explore the problems faced by vocational colleges in preparing for innovative skills competitions and propose countermeasures to address these issues. ...
This study investigates the challenges encountered by vocational colleges when preparing for innovative skills competitions and proposes effective countermeasures. It highlights issues concerning students’ motivation, limited financial resources and hardware, teacher capacity limitations, inadequate reward systems, and curriculum misalignment. Through meticulous research and analysis, this paper presents practical recommendations to mitigate these challenges. Suggestions encompass strategies to enhance students’ motivation, increase financial support, provide professional development opportunities for teachers, revamp the reward system, and align the curriculum with competition requirements. By implementing these measures, vocational colleges can cultivate active student participation, elevate teaching quality, bridge the gap between education and industry demands, and equip students for success in innovative skills competitions.
... Moreover, participating in these competitions allows students to gain valuable experience in teamwork, time management, and communication [2] . Additionally, skills competitions serve as a platform for students to network with professionals and potential employers, increasing their chances of finding employment after graduation [3] . Therefore, it is imperative for schools to pay attention to the cultivation of students' craftsmanship spirit if they wish to succeed in these competitions. ...
The spirit of craftsmanship is gaining increasing attention from both society and the education community. Along with professional knowledge, continuous research, and innovation have become decisive factors in determining the quality of products. In this context, vocational colleges strive to cultivate high-quality skilled talents, making the cultivation of craftsmanship spirit a crucial component of vocational education. This study explores the cultivation path of craftsmanship spirit through the lens of skills competitions, with a special emphasis on developing students’ perseverance. The research conclusions of this article hold significant reference value for the implementation of vocational education policies.
... Innovations in teaching models for vocational college courses require active exploration and experimentation. Mechanics is a crucial and rapidly evolving field that plays a vital role in various industries [1,2] . Mechanics courses are essential in the education of mechanical engineering students, providing them with a solid foundation in theoretical knowledge and practical skills. ...
Mechanics course in vocational colleges faces challenges such as a lack of physical equipment, insufficient hands-on experience, difficulty in visualizing abstract concepts, and cost and safety concerns associated with physical experiments. This paper explores the application of finite element technology (FET) in overcoming these challenges and improving mechanics course teaching in vocational colleges. FET is a simulation-based method that can provide extensive hands-on experience, enhance visualization of abstract concepts, and offer a cost-effective and safe learning environment. The effectiveness of FET-based mechanics education has been demonstrated in numerous studies, and the outlook for FET-based mechanics education in vocational colleges is promising.
... On one hand, it can help students understand the professional knowledge more deeply in practice, especially the mechanical structure of the vehicle and the functions of each equipment. On the other hand, the students can exercise their operational, communication, and teamwork skills [4] . ...
A skills competition is an activity that showcases students’ skills, practical ability, and innovation in the form of a competition. Skills competitions not only allow students to showcase their professional and practical skills but also cultivate their innovation skills and enhance their interest in learning. This paper reviews the research results of previous scholars and proposes that skills competitions play an important role in enhancing professional knowledge learning. The benefits of skills competition participation in learning are studied from four dimensions. Six targeted suggestions are then proposed to enhance the effectiveness of skills competition preparation. The research results of this paper can be used as a reference for the preparation of the skills competition.
