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4IR Characteristics toward Malaysia TVET

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  • Syuhada Yunos

    (Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education, University Tun Hussein Onn, Batu Pahat, 86400, Malaysia)

  • Ahmad Rizal Madar

    (Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education, University Tun Hussein Onn, Batu Pahat, 86400, Malaysia)

Abstract

Malaysia's TVET institutions, particularly under the MTUN framework, integrate 4IR technology in line with worldwide industry trends. It shows Malaysia's proactive attitude to digital literacy, innovation, and lifelong learning for students and professionals. Universities and companies collaborate to give graduates digital economy-relevant technical and soft skills.This study contextualizes the practice issue and its context by reviewing prior studies. An exhaustive literature study on the significance of improving TVET quality to prepare graduates for the changing labor market reveals various counterarguments that question the approaches' efficacy and suitability. This study reviews 4IR components uncovered by previous academics and defines new workforce competencies for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. To set the stage, this study begins with the fourth industrial revolution.The next segment will cover 4IR transformation, while the third will examine The Malaysian Technical University Network (MTUN)'s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and its alignment with Industry 4.0.This study examines the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Malaysian Technical and Vocational Education and Training. TVET universities must improve business relationships to update curricula for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Investment in digital infrastructure, faculty development, and AI, IoT, and robotics in education is crucial. Integrating lifelong learning platforms like mobile learning and micro-credential programs can boost graduates' adaptability and employability in the changing workforce.

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  • Syuhada Yunos & Ahmad Rizal Madar, 2025. "4IR Characteristics toward Malaysia TVET," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(9), pages 8248-8257, September.
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