Future-Ready Skills: The Role of Immersive Technologies in Modernizing Polytechnic Education

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10.2991/978-2-38476-398-6_5How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Immersive technology; Polytechnic education; Vocational training; Society 5.0; Virtual reality; Augmented reality; Mixed reality; Learning innovation

Abstract

In the era of Society 5.0, vocational education must evolve to meet the rapidly shifting demands of global labor markets by equipping students with future-ready skills. Immersive technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) offer innovative solutions that can transform polytechnic education. This literature review critically examines the role of these technologies in modernizing polytechnic curricula by assessing their applications, benefits, and challenges. The study explores the integration of VR, AR, and MR into polytechnic education to create interactive, immersive learning environments that bridge the gap between theory and practice. These technologies enhance student engagement and motivation and provide hands-on experiences through simulations, leading to improved technical proficiency and deeper learning retention. Additionally, immersive environments enable students to practice in simulated real-world scenarios, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the future workforce. Despite these advantages, several challenges hinder the widespread adoption of immersive technologies. Key barriers include high implementation costs, the need for robust infrastructure, the scarcity of skilled educators, and the limited availability of high-quality, localized content. The review also presents case studies of successful implementation and outlines best practices that can guide polytechnic institutions in overcoming these obstacles. In conclusion, immersive technologies represent a significant opportunity to revolutionize vocational education, preparing students for the dynamic demands of the modern workforce. This review gives suggestions for how educators, policymakers, and industry players can make it easier for immersive technologies to be used, which will make education more flexible and open to new idea.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Arif Ainur Rafiq
AU  - Riyani Prima Dewi
AU  - Sugeng Dwi Riyanto
AU  - Vicky Prasetia
AU  - Pujono Pujono
AU  - Joko Setia Pribadi
AU  - Ipung Kurniawan
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/05/07
TI  - Future-Ready Skills: The Role of Immersive Technologies in Modernizing Polytechnic Education
BT  - Proceedings of the 6th Annual Conference of Engineering and Implementation on Vocational Education (ACEIVE 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 26
EP  - 37
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-398-6_5
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-398-6_5
ID  - Rafiq2025
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