Strengthening the competence of teacher training graduates through international collaboration e-mobility program

Abstract

In the 21st century, prospective teachers must think critically, communicate, collaborate, be creative, and use digital technology. However, many prospective teachers still who do not have these abilities. This study aims to analyze the strengthening of competencies of teacher graduates through the e-mobility international collaboration program and the results obtained by participants. This research uses a post-phenomenological paradigm with an interdisciplinary sociological approach. The subjects of this study were deans, directors of international class programs, participants and managers of the e-mobility program. Data were collected through interviews, focus group discussions, observations, and document studies. Data analysis was conducted using the thematic model. Data validity checks were carried out through triangulation of techniques and sources. The results showed that strengthening teacher competencies was effectively carried out through the international collaboration of the e-mobility program. The e-mobility program learning activities are carried out through online lectures. International e-mobility collaboration provides international experience to participants, improving their understanding of learning materials, pedagogic skills, and information technology skills. The e-mobility participants' competencies are acquired mainly through indirect learning. The findings of this study contribute to teacher education institutions to strengthen 21st-century teacher competencies through international collaboration.