The Role of the Driving Teacher in the Implementation of Independent Learning Program in Vocational High School

Abstract

A driving teacher is a teacher who has a strong commitment to the program, they are studying and have the skills to lead and coordinate efforts to achieve program goals. Through qualitative research involving in-depth interviews with mobilizing teachers and field observations, this article shows that the role of mobilizing teachers is very important in ensuring the success of the independent learning program in Vocational Schools (SMK). The driving teacher acts as a liaison between the independent learning program and students, motivating students to be actively involved in the program, and leading in program development and implementation. The results of this study also show that driving teachers must have strong leadership skills, be able to communicate well, and have extensive knowledge of the independent learning program and related industries. Besides that, the support and cooperation from school management and other staff is also very important to ensure the success of the independent learning program. This study concludes that the role of the driving teacher is very important in the implementation of the independent learning program in Vocational High Schools. The driving teacher must have strong leadership skills and the support of school management and other staff to ensure the success of their program of learning.