Curriculum Innovation and Technology Based Learning for Digital Skills in Vocational Education

The rapid industrial transformation driven by digitalization has highlighted thesignificance of vocational education in equipping students with relevant digitalcompetencies. This study aims to explore how innovations in curriculumand technology-based learning can effectively develop digital skills among vocationaleducation students, in line with the evolving demands of the modernworkforce. Utilizing a qualitative case study method, the research was conductedin three vocational high schools in Indonesia, with data collected throughinterviews with educators, classroom observations, and analysis of the implementedcurriculum documents. The primary focus of the study is to identifycurriculum elements and pedagogical strategies that integrate digital literacy,automation, and Industry 4.0 tools into the learning process. The findings indicatethat the implementation of modular digital content, project-based learning,and blended learning platforms significantly enhances student engagement andcompetencies in digital areas such as data analysis, cloud computing, and digitalcollaboration. Additionally, institutional support, teachers digital readiness, andpartnerships with industry are key factors in the sustainable integration of technologyin vocational education. In conclusion, this research emphasizes thatsystematic curriculum reform, supported by strategic utilization of educationaltechnology, not only improves digital skill mastery but also fosters adaptive attitudesand lifelong learning, thereby preparing vocational students to face adynamic and technology-driven job market in the future.