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Empowering vocational teachers through digital innovation: Enhancing QR code-based learning media

Nuzul Hidayat , Juli Sardi , Rido Putra , Fadhli Ranuharja , Riwayatul Ismi , Annisak Izzaty Jamhur

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November 2, 2025

Vol. 10 No. 10 (2025)
Pages 1976-1986

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Abstract

The development of digital technology requires vocational education (SMK) teachers to be able to develop innovative learning media, such as QR codes, to support 21st-century learning. This community service activity aimed to improve the skills of teachers at SMKN 1 Padang Panjang in designing and implementing QR code-based digital learning media integrated with the Activities Digital Learning (ADL) concept. This activity involved 20 teachers through stages of socialization, training, workshops, hands-on practice, and mentoring. The materials covered AI-assisted digital module creation, media design (Canva), video production (CapCut), and QR Code integration into ADL. The results of the pre-test and post-test evaluation showed an average increase of 35% in teachers’ digital skills. Furthermore, each teacher successfully created at least one ready-to-use QR code-based learning media product. This program also successfully established a collaborative network among teachers to support the sustainability of digital innovation at the school.

Keywords

Teacher empowerment; QR Code; Digital learning media; Activities digital learning

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Keywords
  • Teacher empowerment
  • QR Code
  • Digital learning media
  • Activities digital learning