Abstract:

The aim of this research is to determine the perceptions of K12 and Bachelor students about the concept of Industry 4.0 with the help of metaphors. The study was conducted by 139 students (49 K12, 90 Bachelor's). The research data was collected in a form developed by the researchers and the data obtained was analyzed by content analysis. The study found that K12 students explained the concept of Industry 4.0 with 48 metaphors, these metaphors were gathered under two main topics and the opinions were generally positive. On the other hand, the conclusion was achieved that the 89 metaphors of the Bachelor students explained the concept of Industry 4.0, that these metaphors were gathered under two main topics and that the opinions were generally negative. The study discussed the reasons for the differences between students and presented practical recommendations.