IMPLEMENTATION OF TEACHING FACTORY TO IMPROVE THE SKILLS OF VOCATIONAL SCHOOL TEACHERS IN VISUAL TECHNOLOGY-BASED INTERACTIVE LEARNING DESIGN AT SMK KEBANGSAAN PONDOK AREN

Abstract

This Community Service activity aims to socialize the concept of Teaching Factory to teachers at SMK Kebangsaan Pondok Aren, South Tangerang, with the aim of improving their understanding and skills in implementing learning models that are in accordance with industry needs. This activity involves training on the use of visual design technologies such as Canva to help teachers create more interactive and relevant learning materials. The methods used include concept presentations, hands-on training, and evaluation through pre- and post-test questionnaires to measure the effectiveness of the program. The results of the activity showed an increase in teachers' understanding and skills in implementing the Teaching Factory and utilizing visual technology. However, infrastructure constraints and limited resources are the main challenges faced. This activity concluded that more intensive collaboration with the industry and infrastructure support from the government is needed to ensure the implementation of the Teaching Factory runs optimally. Further development is recommended through further training and facility upgrades to produce a broader and sustainable impact.