The Influence of School Principal Leadership, Utilization of the Merdeka Mengajar Platform, and Learning Communities on the Pedagogical Competence of Teachers in Vocational High Schools in Indragiri Hilir Regency

Tuty Rosfiartie; Heri Supriyana

doi:10.59890/ijetr.v2i4.286

Authors

Tuty Rosfiartie Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta
Heri Supriyana Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijetr.v2i4.286

Keywords:

Learning Community, Pedagogical Competence, Principal Leadership, Independent Teaching

Abstract

This study examines the influence of school principals' leadership, utilization of the Merdeka Mengajar platform, and learning communities on teachers' pedagogical competence. Enhancing teachers' pedagogical competence is crucial for effective learning in the modern era. These factors are expected to support teacher professionalism in vocational high schools in Indragiri Hilir Regency. A quantitative approach with an explanatory survey design was employed. Data were collected through validated and reliable questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression and descriptive analysis. Findings indicate that school leadership, the Merdeka Mengajar platform, and learning communities significantly and positively influence teachers' pedagogical competence (p < 0.05). These results highlight the importance of leadership, technology integration, and collaborative learning in influencing teacher competence.

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