Exploring the digital transformation of TVET program development: A case study of Shenzhen Polytechnic University

Abstract

As the digital economy rapidly evolves, so too do the jobs and skills required by the labor market, necessitating a corresponding digital transformation (DT) in technical and vocational education and training (TVET). TVET programs serve as cornerstones of TVET delivery, making it imperative to examine DT within them. However, there is a persistent dearth of comprehensive practical research in this area. We addressed this gap by conducting an in-depth case analysis of Shenzhen Polytechnic University (SZPU)—a pioneering institution within China's TVET landscape—to explore DT in TVET program development. We investigated SZPU's institutional DT strategies, TVET program planning, and ecosystem development, yielding valuable insights into SZPU's practices.