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This study investigates the impact of Virtual Reality (VR)-based virtual laboratory facilities and infrastructure on students' competencies in the Department of Electronic Engineering Education at the Faculty of Engineering, Makassar State University. With the increasing integration of digital technology in education, virtual laboratories have become pivotal in enhancing students' technical and conceptual understanding, especially in technical fields such as electronics. The research employs a quantitative survey method, distributing questionnaires to 31 students. Data analysis includes descriptive and inferential statistics, including regression analysis to examine the relationship between the adequacy of virtual laboratory facilities, student motivation, and their academic competencies. The results reveal a significant positive influence of the sufficiency of virtual laboratory infrastructure and student motivation on their competencies. Specifically, the study finds that improvements in the adequacy of virtual laboratories contribute to a notable improvement in students' practical and conceptual skills. Moreover, higher student motivation correlates with better academic performance. This research underscores the importance of upgrading virtual laboratory facilities and fostering student engagement to maximize learning outcomes in technical education.
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Alhalabi, W. (2016). Virtual reality systems enhance students' achievements in engineering education. Behavior & Information Technology, 35 (11), 919-925. https://doi.org/10.1080/0144929X.2016.1212931
Ayokanmbi, F. (2011). Competencies for Global Engineers and Technologists. International Journal of Quality Assurance in Engineering and Technology Education. Balamuralithara, B., & Woods, P. C. (2009). Virtual laboratories in engineering education: The simulation lab and remote lab. Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 17.
Byukusenge, C., Nsanganwimana, F., & Tarmo, A. (2022). Effectiveness of Virtual Laboratories in Teaching and Learning Biology: A Review of Literature. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.21.6.1.
Chan, C., & Fok, W. (2010). Evaluating learning experiences in virtual laboratory training through student perceptions: A case study in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Hong Kong. Engineering Education.
Cimino, C. (1998). The dependence of educational infrastructure on clinical infrastructure. Proceedings. AMIA Symposium. Dautkalieva, P.B., & Ormanova, Z.K. (2020). The impact of motivation on students' behavior and the learning process. Bulletin Series Psychology.
Di Lanzo, J. A., Valentine, A., Sohel, F., Yapp, AYT, Muparadzi, K. C., & Abdelmalek, M. (2020). A Review of the Uses of Virtual Reality in Engineering Education. Computer Applications in Engineering Education. https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22243
Doulougeri, K., & Bombaerts, G. (2019). Fostering intrinsic motivation in engineering education: A cluster analysis of students' basic psychological needs.
Han, Y. (2023). Virtual Reality in Engineering Education. SHS Web of Conferences.
Holovko, N., & Cherepakha, A. (2021). Formation of motivation for learning activity in students during professional training. Visnyk Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Pedagogy.
Hussaini, M., Abbas, N., & Manzoor, R. (2023). Role of Engineering on Students' Academic Achievement at the University Level. Journal of Learning and Educational Policy. https://doi.org/10.55529/jlep.33.1.4.
Jain, M., & Soni, S. (2024). Virtual Reality in Electronics and Communication Engineering Education. IEEE International Conference on Information Technology, Electronics and Intelligent Communication Systems (ICITEICS).
Jaya, H. (2012). Development of a virtual laboratory for practicum activities and facilitating character education in vocational schools. Journal of Vocational Education, 2(1), 81-90. https://doi.org/10.21831/jpv.v2i1.1019
Lai, N., Wong, K., Yu, L., & Kang, H. (2020). Virtual Reality (VR) in Engineering Education and Training: A Bibliometric Analysis. Proceedings of the 2nd World Symposium on Software Engineering.
López-Fernández, D., Alarcón, P., & Tovar, E. (2015). Motivation in engineering education: A framework supported by evaluation instruments and enhancement resources. 2015 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON), 421-430. https://doi.org/10.1109/EDUCON.2015.7096006
Mahajan, P., & Suresh, G. (2017). Promoting an Institute: An Essential Obligation for Technical Education Evolution. Innovation Educator: Courses. https://doi.org/10.18535/IJSRE/V5I01.02
Makarova, I., Shubenkova, K., Tikhonov, D., & Buyvol, P. (2017). Improving the quality of engineering education by developing a system to increase students' motivation.
McCallum, I. (1981). Education for a technological society. Journal of Vocational Education & Training. https://doi.org/10.1080/10408347308001531
Michko, G. (2008). Meta-analysis of the effectiveness of technology use in undergraduate engineering education—38th Annual Frontiers in Education Conference.
O'Dwyer, A. (2009). Using Virtual Laboratories in Control Engineering Education. Dublin Institute of Technology.
Omae, N.S., Onderi, HLN, & Benard, M. (2017). Quality implications of learning infrastructure on performance in secondary education: A small-scale study of a county in Kenya. European Journal of Educational Studies. https://doi.org/10.46827/EJES.V0I0.553
Pertiwi, Y., Sukarno, & Andra, V. (2023). The influence of learning motivation on students' achievement in learning in Indonesia. International Journal of Innovation and Education Research.
Porwokerto, AV, Zulyusri, I., & Santosa, T. (2022). Meta-analysis study: Correlation study of the influence of motivation on student learning outcomes. International Journal of Education and Literature.
Santos, M. L., & Prudente, M. (2022). Effectiveness of Virtual Laboratories in Science Education: A Meta-Analysis. International Journal of Information and Educational Technology. https://doi.org/10.18178/ijiet.2022.12.2.1598
Sasongko, W., & Widiastuti, I. (2019). Virtual Lab for Vocational Education in Indonesia: A Review of the Literature. The 2nd International Conference on Science, Mathematics, Environment, and Education.
Sellberg, C., Nazari, Z., & Solberg, M. (2024). Virtual Laboratories in STEM Higher Education: A Scoping Review. Nordic Journal of Systematic Reviews in Education.
Siddique, Z., Hardré, P., & Altan, D. (2015). Effects of a mechanical engineering design course on students' motivational features. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, 43, 44-74. https://doi.org/10.1177/0306419015581734
Sugiyono, (2017). Quantitative, qualitative, R&D research methods (Bandung: Alfabeta).
Thannhauser, P., Ikonomov, P., Rabiej, R., Litynski, D.M., Hassan, M.M., Johnston, J., Ari-Gur, P., & Bayne, T. (2015). The Impact of 3D Virtual Laboratory on Engineering Education.
Triejunita, CN, Putri, A., & Rosmansyah, Y. (2021). A Systematic Literature Review on Virtual Laboratory for Learning. 2021 International Conference on Data and Software Engineering (ICoDSE).
Try, S., Panuwatwanich, K., Tanapornraweekit, G., & Kaewmoracharoen, M. (2021). Virtual Reality Application to Aid Civil Engineering Laboratory Course: A Multicriteria Comparative Study. Computer Applications in Engineering Education. https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22422
Vásquez-Carbonell, M. (2022). A Systematic Literature Review of Virtual Reality in Engineering Education: The Lack of a Common Evaluative Methodology. International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments. https://doi.org/10.4018/ijvple.307021
Wahyudi, MNA, Budiyanto, C., Widiastuti, I., Hatta, P., & Bakar, MSB (2024). Understanding Virtual Laboratories in Engineering Education: A Systematic Literature Review. International Journal of Pedagogy and Teacher Education.
Yin, Y., & Sarmiento, E.F. (2024). Trends and Developments in Engineering Education: A Bibliometric Analysis of Students' Competencies Research (2015-2024). International Journal of Education and Humanities.
Zhang, K., & Aslan, A. (2020). Preparing Industry-Ready Engineers with Virtual Reality: Recent Research and Future Directions. International Journal of Smart Technology and Learning. https://doi.org/10.1504/ijsmarttl.2020.10034259
Zhang, Y., Yang, Y., Chu, Y., Sun, D., Xu, J., & Zheng, Y. (2024). Virtual Laboratories in Science Education: Unveiling Trajectories, Themes, and Emerging Paradigms (2013-2023). Journal of Baltic Science Education.