IMPROVING WETLANDS ENTREPRENEURIAL ORIENTATION WITH PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING (PBL) AT THE PURUN CRAFTS CENTER IN SOUTH KALIMANTAN, INDONESIA

Abstract

Objective: Purun Danau (Lepironia articulata Retz.) is a typical wetland plant that can be used as high-value craft materials. Efforts to increase wetland entrepreneurial competency in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) expressed in entrepreneurial orientation (EO) are a crucial step to achieve community welfare and play a role in environmental sustainability. This study aims to measure and analyze the effectiveness of training on EO using the Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Theoretical Framework: EO is characterized by innovativeness, proactive attitude and risk-taking that supports the growth and development of MSMEs. Method: This study uses a quantitative method with quasi-experimental pre-test-post-test. Statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS Statistics version 26. Results and Discussion: Results of the study show there is significant difference in the level of EO before and after the implementation of PBL. There has been an increase in the level of EO from pre-test scores ranging between 1,630 and 2,982 and post-test scores between 2,364 and 3,498. Research Implications: This study has strong implications in building wetland MSME entrepreneurs, creating added value to natural wetland resources, and encouraging the creation of eco-friendly products. Originality/Value: This study has originality which focuses on increasing the entrepreneurial orientation of MSMEs with learning and training interventions using Problem-Based Learning (PBL).