Experiential Learning in Vocational Apprenticeships among Students of Civil Engineering Program in Indonesia

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10.2991/978-2-38476-317-7_199How to use a DOI?

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vocational apprenticeship; civil engineering; experimental learning; professional growth

Abstract

This research explores how experiential learning works in vocational apprenticeships for civil engineering students in Indonesia. We use qualitative research methods to get a detailed understanding of how these apprenticeships help students learn. Our study is based on Experiential Learning Theory by David A. Kolb, which explains how people learn from their experiences. Kolb’s theory has four main ideas. Concrete Experience means students learn by doing real tasks and working on projects. Reflective Observation involves thinking about what happened during these tasks and considering what went well or could be improved. Abstract Conceptualization is about making sense of these experiences by connecting them to theories or concepts learned in school. Active Experimentation involves trying out new ideas and solutions based on what was learned. In this study, we look at how steps of Kolb’s theory are used in apprenticeships. We focus on how students get hands-on experience in their work, reflect on their actions, understand how their experiences fit with what they’ve learned, and experiment with new ways of doing things. By examining these aspects, we aim to show how apprenticeships help students apply their classroom knowledge to real-world problems and develop their skills effectively. This research highlights the importance of experiential learning in shaping the professional growth of civil engineering students.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Berlian Astrid Dara Jelita
AU  - Arik Triarso
AU  - Suprapto
AU  - Berkat Cipta Zega
AU  - Anggi Rahmad Zulfikar
AU  - Erlia Sofiana
AU  - Bryan Edvan Ardiansyah
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/02/13
TI  - Experiential Learning in Vocational Apprenticeships among Students of Civil Engineering Program in Indonesia
BT  - Proceedings of the International Joint Conference on Arts and Humanities 2024 (IJCAH 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
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