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Research on the cultivation of vocational ability of students in higher vocational institutions

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  • Mingjing Yang
  • Muhantha Paramalingam

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This study examines the impact of teacher competency and industry-academic collaboration on vocational ability, focusing on technical, problem-solving, and soft skills. It also explores the mediating role of career self-efficacy and the moderating role of social support in these relationships. A quantitative and cross-sectional survey was conducted among Chinese students in higher vocational institutions. Stratified random sampling resulted in 350 distributed questionnaires with 270 completed responses. Data were analyzed using SmartPLS 4. Teacher competency and industry-academic collaboration both positively impacted vocational ability. Career self-efficacy mediated the relationships between these factors and vocational ability. Social support moderated these relationships highlighting its importance in enhancing vocational outcomes. This study integrates key factors— teacher competency, industry-academic collaboration, career self-efficacy, and social support providing a comprehensive understanding of vocational outcomes in higher vocational education. The findings offer insights to improve vocational education practices and policies, particularly in rapidly developing economies like China. Enhancing teacher competency, fostering industry-academic collaboration, and supporting career self-efficacy and social networks are crucial for improving vocational outcomes.

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  • Mingjing Yang & Muhantha Paramalingam, 2025. "Research on the cultivation of vocational ability of students in higher vocational institutions," Humanities and Social Sciences Letters, Conscientia Beam, vol. 13(2), pages 506-525.
    • Handle: RePEc:pkp:hassle:v:13:y:2025:i:2:p:506-525:id:4177
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