About the Journal

Mission Statement
The Journal of TVET Pedagogy (JTP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing research, theory, and practical innovation in teaching and learning across Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The journal serves as a vital bridge connecting academic researchers, polytechnic and vocational educators, industry training partners, and education policymakers.

Scope & Key Thematic Areas

The journal welcomes original empirical research articles, systematic literature reviews, case studies, and innovative educational technical notes on topics including, but not limited to:

  • Instructional Strategies & Methodology: Practical teaching models, workshop and laboratory pedagogy, competency-based education (CBE), problem-based learning (PBL), and project-based training in technical disciplines.
  • Digitalization & Educational Technology: Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) simulations, digital twins, AI applications in skill-based instruction, online/blended vocational learning platforms, and instructional media.
  • Curriculum & Industry Alignment: Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), dual-system vocational training models, national vocational qualification frameworks (NVQ), and industry-institution co-design of learning outcomes.
  • TVET Educator Professional Development: Pedagogical skill upgrading, the transition of master-craftspersons into instructional roles, teacher leadership, and professional identity in TVET institutions.
  • Assessment & Authentic Evaluation: Performance-based testing, practical skill rubric design, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), and technology-enhanced skill assessment frameworks.

JOURNAL TITLE  
Journal of TVET Pedagogy 

JOURNAL TITLE ABBREVIATION 
JTP

ISSN 
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e-ISSN  
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WEBSITE ADDRESS 
https://journal.uthmet.edu.my/index.php/jtp

CORRESPONDING E-MAIL ADDRESS 
Email: jtp@uthmet.edu.my

LICENCING POLICY 
CC BY-NC 4.0 International 

PUBLISHING RIGHTS 
Author(s) give JTP the right to publish the article 
Designate UTHM EDUCATION AND TRAINING SDN BHD as the original publisher 

TYPES OF ARTICLES 
Full Research Article 

PEER-REVIEW PROCESS 
Double-blind Peer-review process 

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE 
The journal accepts Malay and English-language articles. 

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE/FREQUENCY 
Two issues (June and December) in one volume per year 

PUBLICATION/ARTICLE PROCESSING FEE 
Free of costs 

JOURNAL INDEXING 
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Journal of TVET Pedagogy  is a great place to publish because

  • Timeliness of publishing 
  • Free of costs 
  • Easy online submittal procedure 
  • Unbound pages