Adaptive Pre-PKL Training to Improve Culinary Skill Readiness of Students with Disabilities

Winda Safarina; Juhanaini Juhanaini; Riksma Nurahmi Rinalti Akhlan

doi:10.51276/edu.v7i3.1749

Authors

Winda Safarina Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Juhanaini Juhanaini Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Riksma Nurahmi Rinalti Akhlan Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51276/edu.v7i3.1749

Keywords:

Adaptive Training , Culinary Education , Disability, Vocational Education , Work Readiness

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the culinary skill readiness of students with disabilities before participating in Field Work Practice (PKL) through adaptive pre-PKL training. The study employed a descriptive qualitative design with structured performance assessment involving four students with disabilities in a culinary higher education program. Data were collected through direct observation using a 1–5 rating rubric covering size consistency, shape consistency, neatness, work speed, and understanding of vegetable cutting types. The training covered five basic cutting techniques: slice, cube, chopped, julienne, and jardinier. The results showed heterogeneous readiness profiles. FH obtained the highest mean score of 4.6 and was categorized as highly ready, AC and AE each obtained 3.4 and were categorized as moderately ready, while EL obtained 1.8 and was categorized as not yet ready. At the indicator level, work speed had the lowest mean score (3.00), whereas size and shape consistency had the highest means (3.50). Adaptive pre-PKL training can serve as an initial diagnostic assessment and basis for individualized skill reinforcement.

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Author Biographies

Winda Safarina, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

She was born in Bandung on January 15, 1980, and pursued higher education in Special Education at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. She is interested in inclusive education, individual potential, student-centered learning, and promoting independence and optimal life skills among children with disabilities.

Juhanaini Juhanaini, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

She is a professor in specific learning disabilities and a lecturer in Special Education at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. Her research focuses on inclusive education, differentiated instruction, and supporting children with specific learning difficulties.

Riksma Nurahmi Rinalti Akhlan, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

She is a lecturer and researcher in Special Education at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. Her research focuses on inclusive education, cerebral palsy, motor development, assistive technology, and interventions for children with disabilities

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