Practical Ability Research Articles

Research on the Reform and Practice of Computer Professional English Teaching Driven by the OBE Concept

This paper investigates the application of the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) concept in reforming computer professional English instruction. The research is student-output oriented, with the aim of improving students' professional English proficiency by clarifying course objectives and learning outcomes, carefully selecting teaching content and resources, and designing a variety of teaching activities and methods. At the course design level, it delineates the professional English skills that students should acquire and establishes corresponding evaluation standards. At the course implementation level, through case analysis, project practice, and other activities, it fosters students' interest in learning, enhances their practical abilities, integrates ideological and political education into the course, and promotes students' comprehensive development. At the course evaluation level, a diversified evaluation system is established, combining formative and summative evaluations, with a focus on students' self-reflection and continuous improvement. Furthermore, this paper analyzes how to stimulate students' intrinsic learning motivation under the OBE educational concept and discusses the role transformation of teachers as emotional laborers. The ultimate goal is to optimize the computer professional English curriculum system through these reform practices, providing valuable references for the cultivation of IT talents in applied universities.

Building Professional Relationships and Student Confidence through Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies

This paper reports on how Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies (ECGPCs) impact on professional relationships and develop bidirectional confidence in the practical abilities of Early Childhood Studies (ECS) students in England. The study adopted an interpretive approach, seeking views through questionnaires (n=38) which were administered, through purposeful sampling, to students, mentors and academics from three universities in England offering Early Childhood Studies (ECS) degrees with ECGPCs. Findings suggest that the ECGPCs enabled focused placement students, with stakeholders recognising the potential for confidence and increased professionalism through the direction that the ECGPCs provide. In contexts of rapid change in Early Childhood policy this article argues the importance of the ECGPCs and of placement to support the graduate professional identity of the early childhood workforce. Interlinking and evidencing knowledge from research and practice enable graduates to articulate and have competencies in; ‘what they do’, ‘how they do ‘it’’ and essentially ‘why they do ‘it’’’. This is essential in promoting graduate relational/collegial professionals and advocating for stronger societal recognition and valuing of young children and the professionals working with them. With the ECGPCs being a new initiative within the United Kingdom, this study is unique in that it begins the research conversation around the success and challenges that this new initiative brings to the suite of Early Childhood (EC) qualifications.

The streetlight effect: shining a light on assessment of social work students’ capability through practice educator use of direct observation

ABSTRACT Direct observation is a method used as part of an assessment of proficiency for pre-qualifying social work practice placements which are an essential part of social work programmes overseen by universities at undergraduate (BASW) and postgraduate level (MSW) in England. Observing practice, which is a part of the process of assessment using the Professional Capabilities Framework domains (TCSW, 2012) has become pivotal for students in their preparation to appreciate the extent of skills and knowledge required to become a social worker. This research offers perspectives from practice educators on their experiences of the observation of practice looking at how it is currently used and its effectiveness at assessing student’s social work practice. Focus groups were held with practice educators to examine the direct observation in more depth. The findings illustrated its vital role in confirming practice abilities and how it was considered to reveal aspects of practice which can only be seen by observing in a real context. It deepened our understanding of how the observation in itself is emotive for both educators and students. It offered new perspectives on its role for dual reflexivity and potential areas for enhancement (Ruch, 2015).

Financial Performance of Emerging Circular Economy Enterprises in Rural Areas of South Punjab

Financial performance of emerging Circular Economy (CE) enterprises in rural South Punjab is examined from the standpoint of CE practices impact on revenue growth, profitability, cost savings and financial sustainability. Structured surveys and financial records were obtained from 150 small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) from across sectors, including agriculture, renewable energy, waste management, and manufacturing. It shows that most enterprises implementing Circular Economy practices with waste reduction/recycling and renewable energy among the most widely adopted practices report positive financial outcomes from the adoption. In particular, 60% of enterprises had revenue growth, 55% increased profitability and 45% generated cost savings of 20–25%. Circular Economy adoption is shown through regression analysis to be significantly positively related to improved financial performance, with the most effective drivers being waste reduction and renewable energy use. However, limited access to capital, poor technical expertise, and weak waste management infrastructure remain key barriers. However, there are also opportunities including access to local agricultural waste, lower labor costs and increasing demand for sustainable products which can be strong inducements for more Circular Economy adoption. The ability of Circular Economy practices to improve the financial sustainability of rural enterprises in tandem with environmental and economic resilience is underlined in the study.

Blended Teaching in Computer Programming: A Golden Courses Framework

The blended teaching approach in the context of smart education environments fully embodies the teaching philosophy of student-centered and teacher-guided learning, which is an important way to enhance the quality of teaching. As one of the five types of "gold courses," the blended online-offline golden courses has a significant impact on improving students' learning abilities. This paper investigates the current issues in blended teaching of computer programming practice courses, such as insufficient integration of ideological and political education, weak operability of practical course objectives, and the lack of systematic design in blended teaching and evaluation. It proposes measures for teaching reform: in line with the "101 Plan" for cultivating top innovative talents at the national level, clarify the construction goals of computer programming practice courses; establish a teaching innovation team and construct a blended teaching reform model; develop high-level, challenging, and three-dimensional teaching resources; Use smart technologies to enhance the teaching processt; and link teachers with AI to continuously optimize teaching outcomes. Through systematic teaching reform, computer programming practice courses have significantly enhanced students' learning willingness, learning methods, project engineering practical abilities, and innovative capabilities.

Entanglement classification – a comparative study of 𝑺𝑼(𝟐) and 𝑺𝑳(𝟐) developed operator model

Entanglement classification is a core aspect of quantum information theory. It ensures successful quantum information processing. This article presents a comparative study of entanglement classification using developed operator models for the special unitary group and special linear group. This study was built upon prior work in entanglement classification in a pure three-qubit quantum system environment, where the operator models for each mathematical group were independently developed. Through extensive analysis, both synthesized models are functionally effective and yield the desired results. However, the comparative analysis reveals that the operator model exhibits certain limitations, particularly in its early phase of development compared to. This study provides significant enlightenments into the practical abilities of the developed operator models in entanglement classification and underlines the theoretical distinction between and paving the path for future research in quantum information theory, specifically entanglement classification.

Exploring the multimedia piano group class for early childhood education majors in universities

The multimedia piano group class for early childhood education majors in universities represents an innovative teaching model that integrates digital pianos, multimedia teaching devices, and live-streaming technology, bringing significant transformation to piano instruction. This model not only enriches teaching resources and enhances instructional efficiency but also strengthens teacher-student interaction and students' practical abilities. By leveraging the accurate sound reproduction and weighted key touch of digital pianos, students can improve their techniques in an experience closely resembling traditional piano performance. The multimedia teaching device supports the presentation of musical scores and demonstration videos, assisting students in gaining a deeper understanding of musical works and improving their artistic appreciation. Additionally, the use of live-streaming technology enhances classroom interactivity, allowing students to observe the teacher’s demonstrations clearly and learn through precise imitation. However, the implementation of this teaching model faces challenges, including technical difficulties, limited teaching resources, significant student variability, and a shortage of qualified instructors. This study examines the advantages of the multimedia piano group class, such as fostering teacher-student interaction, improving teaching efficiency, and enabling personalized instruction. It also explores the applications and benefits of multimedia technology for both instructors and students. Furthermore, this research proposes measures to address existing challenges, including enhancing teacher training, enriching teaching resources, optimizing instructional strategies, and expanding the teaching workforce. The aim is to further optimize piano teaching for early childhood education majors in universities, improving teaching quality and the overall student learning experience.

Research on the application of case libraries in accounting master's degree teaching practice

With the diversification of teaching modes and the development of information technology, the case library teaching method has received increasing attention and application both domestically and internationally. Case library construction has a significant promoting effect on the teaching practice of Master of Accounting, which can not only improve the teaching quality and learning effectiveness of accounting majors, but also help cultivate more high-quality accounting talents with practical and innovative abilities. In the future, case library construction should continue to focus on the localization of materials with Chinese characteristics, pay attention to the development of cases on cutting-edge topics and emerging fields, in order to promote the construction of case library compilation and the sustainable development of the accounting industry.

Portable Buzzer Circuit Design for Reform of Electronic Technology Experiments

As an important practical course in the field of electrical and electronic engineering, Electronic Technology Experiments not only reflect the students' familiarity with theoretical courses but also lay a solid foundation for subsequent specialized courses and post-graduation work. At the same time, it allows students to practice and test their theoretical knowledge of analog and digital electronic technologies. Through a complete project-based experimental approach, our Information Engineering Experiment Center has targeted comprehensive and exploratory reforms for both analog and digital electronic technology experiments. From the perspective of the reform outcomes, students' interest in experimental learning, project thinking skills, practical abilities, and innovative capabilities have all been significantly enhanced. This article uses the design of a pocket-sized quiz buzzer circuit as an example to elaborate on the basis of the reforms.

Research on Differences Between Chinese and American Foreign Language Classrooms and the Impact on English Education in China

In the context of globalization, the cultivation of foreign language abilities has emerged as a crucial objective in the pursuit of enhancing students comprehensive quality. It is obvious that there are notable discrepancies in the concept and practice of foreign language teaching between China and the United States, which directly affects the formation and advancement of students linguistic abilities. This paper focuses on English classrooms in Chinese universities and Spanish classrooms in the American universities, with a particular emphasis on the differences in teaching methods, classroom interactions, and assignment settings. The study used comparative survey method and literature review to study and analyze the foreign language classes of the two countries. The results show that Chinese university English classrooms tend to focus on the mastery of grammar and vocabulary, while Spanish classrooms in the United States pay more attention to the practical use of language and adopt interactive and task-oriented teaching methods. In light of these observations, this paper puts forward some suggestions for the improvement of English education strategies in China, including improving the interactivity in Chinese English classrooms, focusing on language practice and task-based teaching, so as to enhance students practical application ability. The research aims to provide insights for English education in China and help students better adapt to and cope with the challenges of language learning and application in the context of globalization.

The Relationship Between Spirituality and Depression Levels in the Elderly at Graha Senior Resident Karya Kasih, Medan

Elderly individuals frequently experience declines in biological, psychological, social, and spiritual functioning, particularly those residing in orphanages who encounter considerable psychological challenges such as depression. The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between spirituality and depression levels within the elderly population at Graha Residen Senior Karya Kasih, Kota Medan. This research employed a correlational design utilizing a cross-sectional approach. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, with participants selected based on the criteria of being 60 or older and possessing practical communication abilities. A total of 41 respondents participated in the study. The instruments employed included the Daily Spirituality Experience Scale (DSES) and the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS). The study found that 40 participants (97.6%) reported positive spiritual experiences, while nearly half (20 individuals or 48.8%) showed symptoms of depression. Statistical analysis revealed a significant negative relationship between spirituality and depression in older adults, with a Spearman rank p-value of 0.007 and a correlation coefficient of -0.415. In conclusion, higher spirituality is linked to lower depression levels, although depressive symptoms can still be present. The researcher recommends enhancing spirituality and suggests reminiscence therapy as a possible intervention for depression in older adults.

Optimization Strategies for the Construction and Application of Networked Intelligent Language Laboratory Practice Bases under the Perspective of Collaborative Education

Under the background of collaborative education, this paper discusses the construction and optimization strategies for the use of networked intelligent language laboratory practice bases. By analyzing its importance, including meeting the needs of educational informatization, improving the quality of language teaching, and cultivating students' innovation and practical abilities, measures such as strengthening school-enterprise cooperation, optimizing the practical teaching system, building a collaborative operation mechanism for laboratories, and optimization strategies for use are proposed. Case studies of Zhejiang International Studies University and the School of Foreign Languages of Xiamen University are conducted to emphasize the significance and development trend of the construction and optimization of this practice base.

Advancing Teacher Competencies through Lesson Study for Learning Community (LSLC): Insights from SMP Muhammadiyah 8 Batu City

Lesson Study for Learning Community (LSLC) is a collaborative approach designed to enhance the quality of teaching and learning by addressing the professional development needs of both teachers and students. This study analyzes the cognitive understanding and practical abilities of teachers at SMP Muhammadiyah 8 Batu City (SMPM 8) in implementing LSLC. The objectives include evaluating teachers’ knowledge and competencies related to LSLC, assessing progress in planning, conducting, and reflecting on LSLC-based activities through pre-test and post-test assessments, and providing foundational insights into the effectiveness of LSLC implementation for future improvement. This descriptive study, conducted from August 2023 to April 2024, involved 10 teachers actively engaged in LSLC activities. Data were collected using questionnaires, observations, written tests, and document analysis and analyzed descriptively. The results indicate significant improvements in teachers' cognitive understanding and practical implementation of LSLC, with average scores increasing from 58 (pre-test) to 88 (post-test). These findings underscore the effectiveness of LSLC workshops in enhancing teacher competencies, particularly in collaborative planning, student engagement, and reflective practices. The study offers initial insights into teachers’ knowledge of LSLC, which can inform the development of targeted professional development programs. It also highlights effective strategies for scaling LSLC practices to other schools and contributes to the broader understanding of LSLC's impact on teacher development and learning quality, providing evidence to inform educational policy at local and district levels.

Research on the Deep Integration of CDIO and Maker Education to Promote the Cultivation of Innovative Talents in Emerging Engineering Disciplines

"First-class practical projects" constitute one of the four fundamental elements of the Undergraduate Education Teaching Reform Pilot Work Plan (Plan 101), aiming to cultivate future "revolutionary" and "disruptive" talents in emerging engineering disciplines. Both CDIO engineering education and maker education are committed to nurturing students' innovative and practical abilities, serving as robust pillars for the cultivation of talents in emerging engineering fields. Based on a review of relevant literature on CDIO engineering education and maker education from both domestic and international sources, this paper analyzes the differences between the two in terms of educational philosophy, curriculum system and content, teaching faculty, teaching resources, teaching methodologies, and evaluation methods. It proposes the concept of deeply integrating CDIO with maker education, outlining methods for such integration: constructing a curriculum system that merges CDIO with maker education, compiling textbooks for an engineering practice system that incorporates maker projects within the CDIO framework, establishing a makerspace through school-enterprise collaboration that integrates engineering practice with maker activities, building a practical teaching model that fuses CDIO with maker education, formulating a diversified evaluation scale that combines qualitative and quantitative assessments, and organizing competition activities that integrate CDIO with maker education. Furthermore, a comprehensive practical case study of the deep integration of CDIO and maker education is provided.

Construction and Practice of Off-Campus Practice Bases for Food Majors in the Context of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

In the context of the vigorous development of innovation and entrepreneurship, the construction of off-campus practice bases for food majors in colleges and universities is of great significance. This paper takes the Institute of Agricultural Products Processing of the Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences as a typical case to deeply analyze the existing problems in the construction of this practice base, including imperfect management mechanisms, insufficient integration of practice content and majors, and the need to strengthen the construction of teaching staff. Then put forward innovative ideas and strategies, covering aspects such as resource integration and optimization, teaching staff construction, curriculum and project innovation, cooperation mechanism innovation, and management and guarantee innovation. Elaborated on practical exploration and reform measures, such as building a collaborative education platform, building a high-level teaching staff team, establishing a characteristic practical curriculum system, comprehensively improving students' practical and innovative abilities, and strengthening the cooperation mechanism of industry, academia, research and learning between schools and institutes. Finally, it emphasizes that off-campus practice bases for food majors are of crucial significance for cultivating students' practical abilities, etc., and looks forward to the future development direction, including further strengthening the connection between practice bases and college professional courses, establishing a more scientific and reasonable evaluation system, and integrating new technology training and other contents. As a typical case, the Institute of Agricultural Products Processing of the Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences, provided experience and models for the development of off-campus practice bases for food majors.

A Theoretical Framework Analyzing Impact of Embedding Entrepreneurial Skills in Education on Economical Growth

Background: The growth of any country's economy owes much on the contributions of its entrepreneurs. Employment creation, income contribution, rural development, industrialization, technological advancement, export promotion, etc. are all bolstered by a nation's entrepreneurial spirit. There has been periodic government programs in India aimed at fostering entrepreneurship. The Indian government has begun to take an interest in the topic of entrepreneurship. Startup India is only one of many high-profile programs designed to foster growth in the private sector. The effectiveness of teaching innovation and entrepreneurship to university students has come under scrutiny as they try to prepare themselves for a dynamic job market. Objectives: University students' job-seeking mindsets, innovative and practical skill development, innovative and practical ability development, core entrepreneurial competitiveness, entrepreneurship and innovation comprehensive quality, etc. are all examined in this research. The current state of education regarding entrepreneurship and innovation in higher education is evaluated in order to identify and strengthen the aspects that are having a beneficial impact on students' learning. The innovative and entrepreneurial potential of today's university students has never been more crucial, since studies demonstrate that entrepreneurship has a major impact on economic growth. Methods: From the standpoint of planned behavior theory, this research examines how entrepreneurship education influences the intent to start a business. By investigating the impact of university-level entrepreneurial programs on economic and social progress, a brief analysis is made that impacts the growth of financial sector in India. Education on entrepreneurship in universities is essential for inspiring and motivating students to start their own firms. This research presents a theoretical model of the connection between entrepreneurial skills and intending to be entrepreneurial as taught in academics dedicated to the study of entrepreneurship. Results: This research presents a thorough analysis on demographics of entrepreneurs, the psychological and behavioral traits of university students, and the external influences on entrepreneurs through questionnaires and in-depth interviews. Conclusion: Students' entrepreneurial drive and choices were found to be influenced by their backgrounds and characteristics. In addition, the objective characteristics of the potential entrepreneurs are the students' subjective desires and interests.

Take "Service Management" as an Example to Explore How to Cultivate College Students' Service Innovation Ability Under the Background of New Quality Productivity

In the era of vigorous development of new quality productive forces, the training of service innovative talents has become the key to enhance the competitiveness of the service industry and promote high-quality economic development. The new quality productive forces is reshaping the economic structure and social form, which puts forward higher requirements for college students' service innovation ability. However, at present, there are some problems in the cultivation of service innovative talents in higher education, such as unclear path and insufficient coordination of environment. Based on this, the paper puts forward specific measures from four aspects: curriculum system reconstruction, teaching method innovation, practice platform construction and evaluation system reform, in order to build a service innovative talent training path that meets the requirements of new quality productive forces. Through reconstructing the curriculum system, integrate the advanced theory; Innovative teaching methods to stimulate students' enthusiasm for independent learning; Build a practice platform to strengthen students' practical ability; Reform the evaluation system to fully reflect the cultivation of students' ability. The research not only provides theoretical support and practical guidance for the teaching reform of service management course, but also provides beneficial exploration and enlightenment for the innovation of college talent training mode, which is of great significance for promoting the integration of education and industry.

Sustainable Development through Competence-Based Education Strategy: Empowering Learners’ Progression for Self-Reliance

Competence-based education strategies have become a crucial element in modern educational environments, playing a vital role in guiding learners toward self-reliance. By prioritizing the acquisition of specific skills and knowledge, these approaches facilitate the development of practical abilities essential for independent success. Through a focus on mastery of competencies and their real-world application, learners cultivate a deeper understanding, self-sufficiency, and effective problem-solving skills, ultimately enhancing their capacity for lifelong learning and adaptability. As learners progress through competence-based programs, they build the confidence and skills necessary to navigate their educational and career trajectories with increased autonomy, thereby fostering a more self-reliant and empowered future. This review highlights the significance of integrating Self-Directed Learning Theory with competence-based education strategies, leading to enhanced learner autonomy, effectiveness, and adaptability in both personal and professional contexts. Keywords: Competence, Education, Learners, Self-Reliance, Sustainable, Development, Progression, Strategy

A Methodological Approach for Enriching Activity–Travel Schedules with In-Home Activities

In-home activities are inevitably important parts of individuals’ daily schedules, as people spend more time working and doing various other activities (e.g., online shopping or banking) at home. However, conventional activity-based travel demand models (ABMs) only consider travel and travel-related out-of-home activities, ignoring the interaction between in-home and out-of-home activities. To fill in this gap and increase the understanding of what people do at home and how in-home and out-of-home activities affect each other, a new method is proposed in this study. The approach predicts the types and durations of in-home activities of daily schedules generated by ABMs. In model building, statistical methods such as multinomial logit, log-linear regression, and activity sequential information are utilized, while in calibration, the Simultaneous Perturbation Stochastic Approximation (SPSA) method is employed. The proposed method was tested using training data and by applying the approach to the schedules of 6.3 million people in the Flemish region of Belgium generated by a representative ABM. Based on the statistical methods, the mean absolute errors were 0.36 and 0.21 for predicting the number and sum of the durations of in-home activities (over all types) per schedule, respectively. The prediction obtained a 10% and 8% improvement using sequential information. After calibration, an additional 60% and 68% were gained regarding activity participation rates and time spent per day. The experimental results demonstrate the potential and practical ability of the proposed method for the incorporation of in-home activities in activity–travel schedules, contributing towards the extension of ABMs to a wide range of applications that are associated with individuals’ in-home activities (e.g., the appropriate evaluation of energy consumption and carbon emission estimation as well as sustainable policy designs for telecommuting).

Promoting Effect of Art Design Competition on Teaching Reform of Visual Communication Design Specialty

The art and design competition has brought more practical project experience to graphic communication design. Traditional design education often focuses on teaching theoretical knowledge and basic skills, while practical business projects and design challenges are rarely introduced into the classroom. This paper will introduce the basic concepts and characteristics of art design competition and its application in teaching visual communication design. Through the case analysis of various art and design competitions, we can see how these competitions stimulate students’ innovative thinking, improve students’ design skills, and help students establish professional design concepts. Art and design competitions can not only improve students’ design skills but also help teachers understand the latest trends in the industry. Suggestions have been put forward on how to better utilize art and design competitions to enhance professional level. These suggestions include how to choose a suitable competition project, how to organize and guide students to participate in the competition, and how to transform the results of the competition into teaching resources. Art and design competitions help improve students’ practical abilities and innovative thinking. Compared to traditional teaching methods, art and design competitions place more emphasis on practice and innovation. During the competition, students need to apply their theoretical knowledge, combine it with practical needs, unleash innovative thinking, and complete works with practical application value. This form of competition can encourage students to transform theoretical knowledge into practical abilities, cultivate their innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities.