Transforming Entrepreneurship Education in Higher Education: Experiential, Collaborative, and Ecosystem-Based Perspectives

Nur Hidayah; Dwi Sulisworo; Hendro Widodo

doi:10.56741/IISTR.jpes.001408

Authors

Nur Hidayah
nur.hidayah@pgsd.uad.ac.id
Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8674-3870
Dwi Sulisworo Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7625-8505
Hendro Widodo Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0936-0710

Keywords:

Collaborative Learning, Curriculum Integration, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Entrepreneurship Education, Experiential Learning, Innovation

Abstract

Entrepreneurship education has become a strategic priority in higher education institutions in response to rapid economic transformation and the growing demand for innovative human resources. This study aims to synthesize and categorize contemporary models of entrepreneurship learning to identify dominant pedagogical patterns and strategic directions for implementation. Using a qualitative literature review approach, thirty empirical and conceptual studies were analyzed to examine their learning models, findings, and recommendations. The analysis reveals four major thematic clusters. First, experiential and practice-based models (such as Teaching Factory, project-based learning, production-based training, and experiential-reflective frameworks) emphasize authentic engagement and real-world business simulation to develop entrepreneurial competence and mindset. Second, curriculum integration and institutional ecosystem support highlight the importance of structured learning pathways, policy alignment, and industry collaboration. Third, social and collaborative approaches underscore entrepreneurship as a socially constructed process shaped by teamwork, mentorship, community engagement, and networks. Fourth, innovation-driven and context-responsive models integrate digital technologies, game-based learning, and culturally grounded approaches to enhance relevance and adaptability. The findings indicate that effective entrepreneurship education requires a holistic ecosystem that integrates experiential pedagogy, institutional commitment, collaborative processes, and technological innovation. Successful implementation depends on curriculum coherence, qualified educators, adequate infrastructure, and continuous evaluation mechanisms. This study contributes to the theoretical and practical development of entrepreneurship education by offering an integrated framework that supports the cultivation of an entrepreneurial mindset, competence, and sustainable societal impact.

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Author Biographies

Nur Hidayah, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a lecturer in the Primary School Teacher Education Program at Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Indonesia, and a doctoral candidate in the Doctoral Program in Education at the same university. Her academic interests focus on elementary education, transformative entrepreneurship learning, 21st-century skills, and educational innovation. She has researched project-based learning to strengthen the Pancasila Student Profile, virtual reality–based multiliteracy inspired by the Finnish curriculum, and transformative entrepreneurship models in higher education. Her work emphasizes integrating technology and innovative pedagogies to advance educational transformation and entrepreneurship development. (email: nur.hidayah@pgsd.ac.id).

Dwi Sulisworo, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a Professor and expert in Educational Technology at Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), specializing in transformative learning, digital learning innovation, and educational leadership. He leads the Doctoral Program in Education and serves as Chair of the Indonesian Educational Technology Professionals Association (IPTPI) in the Yogyakarta region, advocating technology integration in education systems. He has published widely on mobile and online learning, cooperative blended learning, and immersive technologies in teaching and learning. His research emphasizes adaptive, technology-enhanced pedagogies for 21st-century education reform. (email: dwi.sulisworo@uad.ac.id).

Hendro Widodo, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a senior lecturer in the Doctoral Program in Education at Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, specializing in educational management and Islamic education management. He holds a doctoral degree in Islamic Education from UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta and has expertise in school culture, curriculum development, and evaluative research. He has authored books on educational evaluation and curriculum, and has served in leadership roles such as Head of the Human Resources Bureau at UAD, supporting faculty development and certification programs. His work bridges theory and practice in educational management and teacher education. (email: hendro.widodo@pgsd.uad.ac.id).

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