Academic Profile Research Articles

Digital teaching competence of higher education professors: self-perception study in an Ecuadorian university

Background Teaching professionalization aimed at the digital transformation of educational scenarios and training processes for students in contemporary higher education requires the mastery of digital competence by the teaching staff. The objectives of the study were to analyze the self-perceived level of digital teaching competence (DTC) of the faculty of the Technical University of Manabí (UTM), Ecuador, and to establish the relationship between age, sex, and academic profile variables with digital teaching competence. Methods A quantitative methodological approach was adopted to develop a descriptive-correlational field study with a non-experimental design. The participants were 277 professors, selected through non-probabilistic and voluntary sampling, who completed the DigCompEdu Check-In questionnaire sent by e-mail. Results The data revealed that the “integrator” and “expert” categories achieved high levels in all competencies. In particular, 48.74% of the participants were placed in the integrator category in the competence of facilitating skills, while 46.21% positioned themselves as integrators in the competence of evaluation and feedback. Additionally, a significant difference was found in the pedagogy variable in the interaction. Conclusions It is concluded that the competences self-perceived by the professors are within the intermediate categories such as integrator and expert. Likewise, the age, sex, and academic profile variables differ in the digital pedagogy level, which produces an inconsistent relationship, with the exception of the variable evaluates and provides feedback, where it was significant.

From mass marketing to personalized digital marketing in tourism: a 2050 horizon paper

Purpose The academic background of tourism marketing dates back to the 1960s. There had been a slight increase in its capacity until the early 1990s. However, since then, it has boomed, reaching thousands of scientific journal articles and tens of scientific books published only in English each year. Therefore, this study aims to present how tourism marketing has progressed academically within the past 60 years over four waves and how this progress may move forward as the next wave. Design/methodology/approach A bibliometric analysis grounds this study, which characterizes the past and present of tourism marketing research and anticipates the future. Content analysis, such as word clouds and social network analysis, was adopted to identify topic clusters and their connections. A total of 9,239 articles published between 1969 and 2024 were extracted from Scopus. Software packages such as VOSviewer were used to determine connections within topics. Findings The authors have assessed the findings broadly. Four waves were from the late 1960s to the first quarter of 2000. In spite of the limited size of papers at the early stage, the last wave saw a boom and a diversified number and category of subjects studied. In each wave, new subjects were added to broaden the picture. Research limitations/implications The discussion of findings is based only on those scientific papers published in English since 1969 but excludes the whole list of textbooks. Subsequent research should also consider all papers and textbooks released in different languages to have the broadest picture assessment worldwide. Practical implications The study conveys various suggestions for industry practitioners and policymakers to focus on carefully assessing trends in marketing tourism services and how these may be shaped shortly. This may help practitioners and policymakers redesign their services and marketing strategies in light of future developments. Originality/value This study continues a recent study published by Kozak (2023) that has been elaborated, particularly from the industry perspective. The current study examines the academic profile of all subjects investigated in the case of tourism marketing, but mainly in an academic sense. Accordingly, this paper outlines the facts and trends researchers may follow throughout the research frame published in the past six decades.

Profile of College Students' Academic Self-Control

Objective: This study analyzes university students' academic self-control profiles in Surabaya City, Indonesia. Methods: The survey included the research method with a sample of 517 students. The data collection technique used a student response questionnaire. After that, quantitative descriptions were employed to assess the data and show the study outcomes. Results: The findings of the analysis demonstrate that students' academic self-control falls into the high range. Thus, students with good academic self-control will be able to control behavior consciously to choose goals, suppress urges, resist temptations, delay satisfaction, and control and regulate their emotions in academic goals. Novelty: The novel mapping of self-control focused on academics among university students makes this study innovative. Since academic procrastination is closely related to academic self-control, this mapping supports lecturers in reducing academic procrastination. Students can fully achieve academic and non-academic aims possible.

The Impacts of Co-Occurring Developmental Language Disorder on the Academic, Interpersonal, and Behavioral Profiles of Children With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Purpose: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a multifactorial disorder that has been linked to increased risk for behavioral, academic, and interpersonal problems. Developmental language disorder (DLD) has also been linked to poor outcomes in these areas. The presence of co-occurring disorders in children's profiles is generally associated with poorer outcomes relative to profiles consisting of only one disorder. This study investigated the extent to which co-occurring DLD in children already identified with ADHD presented increased risk for severity of their primary ADHD symptoms, the presence of secondary behavioral problems, and/or increased problems in the tertiary areas of academic performance and interpersonal interactions. Method: Data from 90 children from combined community-based and clinically based study samples were used in this retrospective study. Behavioral, academic, and social attributes were assessed from parent ratings on the Child Behavior Checklist. Results: Results indicated primary symptoms of ADHD and related tertiary interpersonal consequences were not increased when co-occurring DLD was present. However, the co-occurrence of DLD on ADHD resulted in increased risk for secondary externalizing problems and deficits in academic performance. Conclusions: Outcomes highlight the need for high-quality collaborations among clinical professionals, school-based professionals, and parents to ensure the complex needs of children with ADHD are adequately addressed. Children with ADHD who have elevated externalizing behaviors and who are struggling academically should be tested for possible co-occurring DLD.

The impact of being named the top party school on peer rankings and the academic profile of a university

ABSTRACT We explore how being named the top party school by the Princeton Review affects the U.S. News and World Report ranking, the peer ranking of an academic institution, and the academic profile of the university. We find that ‘winning’ the title of top party school lowers both the overall ranking and the peer ranking at the school. Additionally, the academic quality of students enrolling at the institution decreases. Our results suggest that the publicity of being named the top party school enhances a school’s undesirable reputation, as measured by lowered rankings, and influences student enrolment decisions, particularly (and negatively) among top academic performing students.

Internal structure validity of the Self Description Questionnaire II and latent academic self-concept profiles of 9th grade students

The study was designed in two parts. First, we assessed the internal structure validity, measurement invariance across gender, and reliability of scores on the Slovenian version of the Self Description Questionnaire II (SDQ-II) in a sample of 9th grade students from Slovenian primary schools (N = 370). The modified nested Marsh/Shavelson model fit the data best, while measurement invariance across gender was not supported. In the second part, we used latent profile analysis to investigate different profiles of students' academic self-concept. We identified five distinct and interpretable profiles that differed by profile level (high, medium, and low academic self-concept) and profile shape (high academic self-concept in one domain vs. low academic self-concept in another). Subsequent covariate analysis revealed meaningful differences between latent profiles by gender and in overall and three subject-specific school grades (math, Slovenian, geography). The psychometric properties of the SDQ-II and individual differences in academic self-concept are discussed. Educational relevance and implications statementThis study has important educational implications for researchers, teachers and school counsellors. The Slovenian version of the SDQ-II questionnaire was validated, providing a reliable tool for understanding the adolescents' academic self-concept (ASC). The identification of ASC profiles supports personalized teaching strategies and emphasizes the link between ASC and academic achievement, highlighting the importance of fostering students' self-concept. It also expands the understanding of ASC profiles in students by uncovering qualitative, i.e. different patterns of profiles for domain-specific self-concepts, and quantitative differences, i.e. different profile levels from low to high self-concepts.

Beyond the Blackboard: Unveiling the Diverse Career Landscape of Education Graduates

This tracer study aimed to investigate the demographic, academic, and employment profile of 202 Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) graduates of Northern Iloilo State University (NISU), Philippines from A.Y 2016-2019. This study employed a quantitative approach with data collected through a modified questionnaire modeled from the Philippines’ Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Graduate Tracer Study. The findings showed that most graduates passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers and worked full-time, however, were underemployed. Most graduates acquired their first job in less than a year, but not in the field of education. The respondents found learned skills in communication, knowledge and technical, leadership, human relations, and ICT useful in the workplace to a great extent. However, research and problem-solving skills were found to be useful to a moderate extent. Among the difficulties faced by BEED graduates in finding a job, the limited job vacancies in the teaching profession or the lack of positions or permanent items in public elementary schools was pointed out as a major problem. The university is recommended to establish a dedicated unit for conducting regular tracer studies, integrate it into the college's quality assurance system, and strengthen partnerships with local employment offices and the private sector to ensure job opportunities for graduates. The Teacher Education Department may review and enhance its curriculum to align with the current demands of the teaching profession in public and private schools, both for local and international employment.

Cognitive mastery motivation antecedents of academic intrinsic motivation latent profiles: A longitudinal study from preschool to adolescence.

Cognitive mastery motivation antecedents of academic intrinsic motivation latent profiles: A longitudinal study from preschool to adolescence.

Profil Resiliensi Akademik Mahasiswa Pendidikan Biologi FKIP Universitas Riau selama pandemi COVID-19

This study aims to describe the profile of academic resilience of Biology Education University of Riau students during the COVID-19 pandemic. To answer these objectives, this study used a descriptive research design with a quantitative approach and (online) survey method. The sample for this research is all active students who took online lectures during the COVID-19 pandemic as many as 76 students. Data was obtained by distributing a modified Academic Resilience Scale (ARS-30) questionnaire randomly (online) to all active batches taking online lectures during the COVID-19 pandemic in the form of an electronic questionnaire (google form). Data analysis by calculating the average (mean) academic resilience of Biology Education University of Riau students in terms of three dimensions of academic resilience, namely the dimensions of persistence, reflection and seeking adaptive assistance, as well as negative impacts and emotional responses. Based on the findings of the researchers, it can be concluded that the academic resilience of Biology Education University of Riau students during the COVID-19 pandemic is relatively high in terms of the dimensions of persistence, reflection and seeking adaptive help, as well as adverse impacts and emotional responses. Further research should look at the academic resilience profile after the COVID-19 pandemic and compare it with the academic resilience profile of biology education students at other universities.

Academic and Demographic Profile of Orthopaedic Vice Chairs of Research: Implications for Leadership.

Vice chairs (VCs) of research play an integral role in orthopaedic departments at academic medical centers; they strategically lead research efforts and support the research careers of faculty and trainees. To our knowledge, no analysis of orthopaedic VCs of research exists in the literature, and no similar analyses have been completed in other medical specialties. We aimed to investigate the academic and demographic characteristics of orthopaedic VCs of research. Doximity was used to identify orthopaedic residencies in the U.S. Personal and program websites were queried to identify VCs of research and collect academic and demographic characteristics. The Scopus database, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) RePORTER, and Google Scholar were used to obtain each investigator's Hirsch index (h-index) and the number and type of NIH grants awarded, respectively. Of the 207 orthopaedic residency programs identified, 71 (34%) had a named VC of research in the orthopaedic department. Of the top 50 medical schools, 42 were affiliated with such programs. Most VCs were men (89%). The racial and/or ethnic background of the majority of VCs was White (85%), followed by Asian (14%), and Black (1%). Most held the rank of professor (78%), followed by associate professor (18%), and assistant professor (4%). Over half were PhDs (55%), followed by MDs (37%) and MD/PhDs (8%). On average, the VCs had an h-index of 40.5. Furthermore, 65% had been awarded at least 1 NIH grant for their research, with 43% awarded at least 1 R01 grant. VCs of research develop research opportunities and shape the brand recognition of academic orthopaedic programs. Most orthopaedic VCs of research are men (89%); 85% each are White and have a rank of professor. Nearly half have been awarded at least 1 R01 grant from the NIH. This study outlines important academic and demographic characteristics among orthopaedic surgery VCs of research. Considering the mentorship aspect of their role, VCs of research have an opportunity to influence the diversity of incoming trainees in the field of academic orthopaedics.

Academic Profile of Teachers Affected by Poor Performances in Philosophy in the Final Year of Secondary School in Yaounde and Mbalmayo, Cameroon

Objective: The aim of this article is to examine the extent to which the teacher's academic profile can help to improve the performances of students in the final year of literary classes in philosophy. Methodology: This article is part of the field of Education Sciences, specifically in Discipline Didactics. The study is of an experimental type, centred on the reality of the educational facts that surround the practice of teaching philosophy. With the help of measuring instruments such as the questionnaire, test papers and observation guide, this approach made it possible to understand the determinants of performances in philosophy mentioned above. Results: The academic profile of the teacher constitutes a fundamental characteristic in the teaching practice of a discipline. Thus, in organised and structured teaching systems, only those who have the aptitudes to teach can really be admitted to teaching. This presupposes initial training in the subject coupled with appropriate professional training. In this way, we can partly understand the public authorities' demand for a selection process to recruit and train philosophy teachers. Discussion: The teaching of philosophy is based on a requirement of qualification and academic profile for the teacher, although it is more often referred to as a matter of vocation. In any case, a teacher with a vocation, unless he or she is gifted, is first and foremost concerned with training, with a view to practicing the profession of his or her heart with passion. This training predisposes them not only to be masters of their subject, but also to be able to overcome the socio-professional hazards characteristic of the educational environment. Conclusion: Philosophy is the subject in which students in the final year of secondary school perform worst. Consequently, this subject is increasingly feared and considered by learners to be their ‘bête noire’. Consequently, students' performances in philosophy can be improved thanks to ........

An Evaluation Postgraduate Midwives’ Attitudes Towards Postgraduate Education: Türkiye Example

Objective: To determine the academic and professional profiles of midwives studying at the Department of Midwifery in Türkiye, to examine their attitudes towards graduate education and related factors. Methods: This study was carried out descriptive and cross-sectional study with 190 midwives actively continuing their postgraduate education and who met the inclusion criteria. The study was conducted between April 2021 and July 2021. Descriptive Information Form and Attitude Scale Towards Postgraduate Education were used to collect data. Results: Thinking about becoming an academician in the future, being satisfied with the performance of the academicians in postgraduate education, thinking that clinical experience is necessary before postgraduate education were determined as the factors affecting the attitudes of midwives towards postgraduate education. Conclusion: It is thought that determining the attitudes, expectations and problems of midwives towards graduate education and developing solutions for problems will increase positive attitudes towards graduate education.

Physical Education Teacher in Middle Schools: Requirements and Academic Profile

This study aimed to discuss the academic profiles and requirements of physical education teachers at middle schools. Therefore 102 physical education teachers (Mage= 44) from Uzbekistan participated in this study. The literature review method was used to find potential research papers. A special self-report interview was used to determine the professional needs of physical education teachers working at middle schools. The results of the interviews were used to determine the indicators of the professional profiles of the physical education teachers. The results showed that physical education teachers should meet several professional requirements. Also, revealed five main requirements, namely, psychological and pedagogical requirements, personal and professional requirements, teaching (or methodological) requirements, communicative and organizational requirements, and scientific-educational requirements. The research results can be applied to the future training of physical education teachers, the development of teacher education programs, and the organization of an effective educational process in schools. Future physical education teachers can use the results of this study to envision professional requirements, skills, and experiences.

Happiness among university students and associated factors: A cross-sectional study in Vietnam.

Happiness is among the fundamental concepts in mental health that have an impact on different aspects of university students. In this study, we aimed to estimate the prevalence of happiness among university students in Vietnam and to identify the factors influencing happiness. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on undergraduate students in 8 universities and colleges in Hanoi, Vietnam. Happiness was measured using the Subjective Happiness Scale (SHS), and we used imputed Poisson regression to evaluate associations between happiness and associated factors. Among 9120 participants students (95.1% response rate), the prevalence of "happier group" was 80.9% (95% CI: 80.1-81.7). In the multivariable regression models, factors associated with being "less happy" on SHS were the perceived financial burden, year in university, academic motivation profile, and self-reported depression and anxiety. University healthcare providers should pay attention to these associated factors while designing mental health care programs to promote happiness among university students.

Teaching assistants in Argentina have greater intentions to migrate abroad as physicians than other medical students

The brain drain of physicians from lower-middle-income countries to high-income countries is a growing phenomenon that contributes to global health inequalities. Retention strategies are difficult to implement locally and to specifically target the population at risk of migrating. We hypothesize that medical students who are teaching assistants have greater intentions to migrate to practice Medicine abroad. Medical students from Argentina were invited to an online survey of 22 multiple-choice questions based on the LIRHUS Network survey, previously used in Latin America. 2,301 medical students were enrolled. Most were young (23 [20-25] years old), single (90%), and female (79%). The majority studied at public universities (87%). The intention to migrate to practice Medicine abroad was more frequent among teaching assistants (36% vs 31%; χ2 = 4.4982; p = 0.0339). After adjusting for sex and age, being a teaching assistant was associated with the intention to migrate to practice Medicine abroad (OR = 1.26; 95% CI 1.02 - 1.55; p = 0.002). Argentine teaching assistants have a greater risk of migrating to practice Medicine abroad. Given their high academic profile, these are valuable human resources trained using the public financing of low-middle-income countries. The loss of these resources could contribute to health inequalities. This is an easily identifiable and accessible subgroup toward which local retention policies could be directed.

Evolution of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physicians Clinical and Academic Profile by Gender.

To examine career trajectory and academic profile of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine (PCCM) physicians, with special focus on gender differences. Observational cross-sectional study of PCCM fellowship graduates using publicly available data. Publicly available databases including National Provider Identifier registry, American Board of Pediatrics, Doximity, official hospital websites, and Scopus. Two thousand one hundred twenty-nine PCCM fellowship graduates employed in clinical positions in U.S. practice locations. None. Physician demographic characteristics included gender and time since fellowship completion. Current career and academic characteristics included employment data, publication productivity (h-index), and academic rank. Data from 2129 career PCCM physicians was included, with recent graduates showing a notable increase in female representation. Workplace characteristics revealed that most PCCM physicians worked in university-affiliated hospitals, with higher percentages of female physicians working in university-affiliated hospitals compared with male physicians. The study also highlighted significant gender disparities in academic metrics, with male physicians having higher h-indices (3 vs. 2; p < 0.001) and more publications (6 vs. 4; p < 0.001) than their female counterparts across various career phases. Additionally, the analysis showed gender differences in academic rank, with a higher proportion of female faculty holding assistant and associate professor ranks (58.2% vs. 47.5%; p < 0.001), while a greater percentage of male faculty held the rank of professor (20.2% vs. 11.1%; p < 0.001). Multiple variable regression analysis identified both male gender and time since fellowship graduation as independently associated with a physician's h-index, while only time since fellowship graduation was linked to current academic rank. This is the first analysis of career and academic characteristics of practicing PCCM physicians, additionally studying the association of gender and career trajectory. Gender discrepancy was seen in employment hospital characteristics, h-indices, and academic rank. Additional studies are required to further explore the impact of gender on career trajectory.

Problem-solving difficulties, performance, and differences among preservice teachers in Western Philippines University

The ability to solve problems is a prerequisite in preparing mathematics preservice teachers. This study assessed preservice teachers’ problem-solving difficulties and performance, particularly in worded problems on number sense, measurement, geometry, algebra, and probability. Also, academic profile differences in the preservice teacher’s problem-solving performance and common errors were determined. A descriptive-comparative research design was employed with 158 random respondents. Data were gathered face-to-face during the first semester of the school year 2022-2023, and data were analyzed with the aid of jamovi software, ensuring ethical measures. Overall findings revealed that the preservice teachers experienced average difficulty in solving problems. The low performance of the preservice teachers on the given problems was also demonstrated. Further analysis revealed a significant difference between the preservice teachers’ problem-solving performance based on their subject preference and program. Moreover, the error analysis revealed that the preservice teachers incurred comprehension errors in misrepresentation, misinterpretation, and miscalculation. These results will serve as a measure for policymakers and curriculum developers of the teacher education institution concerned to make relevant enhancements to the math courses offered in the elementary and secondary education programs.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN LOCAL DEVELOPMENT: AN EXPLORATORY APPROACHIN THE REGION OF VALENCIA (SPAIN)

This paper addresses the exercising of local development in Spain, particularly in the Region of Valencia. At the end of 1980, a professional position was created to form part of the public administrations, who would be responsible for attracting economic resources, diversifying economic activities, taking advantage of the capacities and possibilities of the territories, and encouraging the creation of employment opportunities. These activities have been conducted from a holistic and integrated perspective, in which professional geographers participate from both an applied and training point of view. The objectives of this publication, based on a survey carried out in 2019 involving114 professionals belonging to the Federation of Technical Personnel in Local Development Management of the Region of Valencia (ADLYPSE) and in-depth interviews, are to explore: a) the academic profiles; b) the type of actions carried out in the territory; and c) the importance of these actions, highlighting the close relationship between Geography and the management of territorial resources. Among the results, it is worth highlighting that, despite the importance of these experts in the promotion and management of the territory's resources, they have no professional recognition in many of the region’s municipalities since they have been limited to managing subsidies and financial aid, and have an excess of bureaucratic tasks. Therefore, the professional profiles of technical staff in local development should be adapted to the real needs of the territories in which they work, since an industrial or tourist municipality will have different priorities to a rural municipality with a small population. The importance of training, in general, and geography training, in particularly, is also underlined. Of the five university master's degrees that are currently active in Spain, having a clear link to local development, three are led by geographers.

Self-efficacy of Menstrual Hygiene Management and Menstrual Absenteeism Among Students of a College in Kolkata

Background: Gender inequality, cultural taboos, poverty and lack of proper information can cause menstrual health needs to go unmet. It restricts mobility, personal choices, work participation and well-being. Nevertheless, self-efficacy in the menstrual hygiene management of college students has been relatively unexplored. Objectives: We aimed to assess the self-efficacy of menstrual hygiene management and its association with college absenteeism, demographic and academic profiles. The study also aimed to explore concerns and beliefs related to menstruation. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive mixed-method study was conducted to assess the self-efficacy of the menstrual hygiene management (using a novel scale) of students from a general college in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. The study also explored concerns and beliefs related to menstruation among the study subjects. The sample size was calculated to be 96. For the qualitative part, 30 willing students were purposively chosen. Results: The mean age of participants was 19.38 years (SD ± 1.23). Predominantly they belonged to nuclear families (65.6%) with a median family income of ₹12,000. Absenteeism for menstrual reasons was 12 (12.5%). There were 50 (52.1%) participants who reported facing religious restrictions. Self-efficacy had a mean score of 29.90 (standard error of mean = 0.513) and a median score of 31. The presence of religious restrictions, any restrictions and type of family were significantly associated with college absenteeism by the chi-square test ( P &lt; .05). The logistic regression model showed a significant association with religious restriction. Conclusion: The study revealed multiple concerns of college-going students regarding menstrual hygiene despite reported high self-efficacy for menstrual hygiene management.

“I will resume my research work when things settle down”: A narrative inquiry of an EFL academic's emotions and identities in research experiences

Despite a surge of studies on the construction of researcher identities among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers, insufficient attention has been paid to their ongoing identity development after establishing a researcher identity. Using narrative inquiry, this study investigated how an EFL academic transitioned from being a rising star in research to becoming a teaching-focused academic midcareer with emotional flux in situated socio-institutional contexts. Data were collected from semi-structured interviews, narrative frame, institutional documents, and the participant's academic profile. The data analysis revealed that while the participant started her research journey as a confident novice researcher, she faced negative emotions arising from encounters with potential bias in academia, institutional managerial practices, and diminished self-agency with waned research motivation. Such negative emotions gradually escalated, posing severe impediments to her researcher identity. Eventually, these impediments resulted in her research stagnation and subsequent transformation of her identity into that of a teaching-focused EFL academic midcareer. The findings provide a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in the continuous development of EFL academics' researcher identities in the changing landscape of higher education. The study also provides implications for supporting EFL teachers in constructing and maintaining a robust researcher identity to facilitate their ongoing professional development.