A model proposal for the transformation of secondary education institutions offering technical education within the framework of the Industry 4.0 paradigm

In this study, it is aimed to put forward a model proposal for the transformation of vocational and technical high schools in the context of the industry 4.0 paradigm in line with the views of vocational and technical Anatolian high school administrators and teachers. Exploratory sequential design, one of the mixed research methods, was used in the study. The data collection process was carried out in two interconnected stages: qualitative interviews with vocational and technical high school teachers and school administrators about Industry 4.0 and measurement tools prepared in line with these interviews. First of all, teachers and school administrators were asked for their opinions on the transformation of vocational and technical education institutions, their perceptions on Industry 4.0 applications, their opinions on what needs to be done in the organizational structure, and their suggestions for solutions regarding the adaptation of these applications to the educational institution. In the second stage, measurement tools were developed in line with the opinions of teachers and school administrators and the literature. The measurement tools were applied to teachers, who are the implementers and the main subject of the education system. Finally, a holistic model for vocational and technical education in the context of the Industry 4.0 paradigm was tried to be put forward. The qualitative data obtained within the scope of the research were analyzed with NVivo 12 program, and the quantitative data were analyzed with JAMOVI and SPSS 22 program. According to the results of the research, a Vocational and Technical Education Model was developed within the framework of the Industry 4.0 paradigm.