Exploring the Competency Needs of Internet of Things (IoT) Training Instructors: A Systematic Literature Review

The rapid development of technology in the Internet of Things (IoT) challenges instructors/trainers in preparing workers to face this technological change. This research describes the competency needs of IoT training instructors by reviewing various competency standard documents from governments and articles. The study follows the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) regulation that consists of two main steps: planning and conducting. The analysis results revealed 3 themes of competency needs for IoT training instructors included vocational teacher’s competencies, IoT worker’s competencies, and Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0) competencies. Based on the study, this review proposed 7 competencies for an IoT training instructor those are pedagogy-andragogy strategies, technical proficiency, technology and digital literacy, industrial business management, leadership and team management, life skills, and interdisciplinary skills. The research results carry considerable consequences for both educators and those involved in designing curricula. This research can provide valuable guidance in developing curricula and training programs to improve instructor competency so that they can provide quality and relevant education in facing the future dynamic challenges of IoT technology.