Boosting Entrepreneurial Competence Through Mobile Inquiry-Based ‎Learning: Evidence from A Quasy Experiment

  • Authors

    • Munawaroh Department of Economics Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas PGRI Jombang, East Java, Indonesia
    • Lina Susilowati Department of Economics Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas PGRI Jombang, East Java, Indonesia
    • Cahyo Tri Atmojo Department of Economics Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas PGRI Jombang, East Java,‎‎ Indonesia
    • Fahimul Amri Department of Economics Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas PGRI Jombang, East Java,‎‎ Indonesia
    https://doi.org/10.14419/sn1fpa08

    Received date: September 27, 2025

    Accepted date: October 5, 2025

    Published date: October 14, 2025

  • Effectiveness; Inquiry-Based Learning; Mobile Apps; Quasi-Experimental; Entrepreneurship Skills

  • Abstract

    This study investigates the effectiveness of a Mobile Apps-based Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) model in developing entrepreneurial skills. Using a quasi-experimental one-group pre-test-post-test design with 52 students, data were collected through tests, ‎questionnaires, and observations. Statistical analysis revealed a significant increase in skills (Sig. 2-tailed = 0.000), with a high N-gain score of 0.7693 (76.92% improvement). Student acceptance was also positive at 75.2%. The findings conclude that integrating-‎ing IBL with mobile technology creates a powerful and effective pedagogical framework for active entrepreneurship education.

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    Munawaroh, Susilowati , L. ., Atmojo , C. T. ., & Amri , F. . (2025). Boosting Entrepreneurial Competence Through Mobile Inquiry-Based ‎Learning: Evidence from A Quasy Experiment. International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 14(6), 289-295. https://doi.org/10.14419/sn1fpa08