Level Of Achievement Research Articles

ChatGPT adoption risks and cognitive achievement among tourism and hospitality college students: from faculty member perspective

PurposeDespite ChatGPT usage advantages to complete assignments as quickly as possible with detailed information, its adoption risks are crucial factors that may significantly influence student outcomes, like creative skills and achievement levels. Hence, this paper examines the potential effects of ChatGPT adoption risks on students’ cognitive achievement, underpinned by perceived risk theory (PRT). Further, this paper examines the mediating role of creative thinking levels among hospitality college students.Design/methodology/approachThis paper employed a quantitative approach to collect data. Using an online survey, simple random sampling was employed to ensure bias. Hence, 267 faculty members at tourism and hospitality colleges affiliated with Egyptian public universities responded, and their responses were tested using SmartPLS v.4.FindingsCreative thinking partially mediated five potential risks of students’ ChatGPT adoption effects on their cognitive achievement. More specifically, psychological risks of ChatGPT adoption among students are considered one of the most likely to reduce their levels of creative thinking and their ability to achieve achievement.Practical implicationsThis paper provides insights for policymakers aimed at enhancing higher education quality in tourism and hospitality colleges. Accordingly, this paper concludes by highlighting the importance of addressing ChatGPT adoption’s psychological risks, integrating strategies to promote creative thinking among students and fostering responsible artificial intelligence usage in higher education.Originality/valueThis paper underscores the critical role of faculty members in navigating and mitigating these risks, fostering a more conducive learning environment for responsible ChatGPT usage.

The factor of war as a threat to sustainable development and a challenge for corporate social responsibility

The purpose of the study is to analyze the practice of involving multinational companies in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in general, and the response to SDG 16 “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions”. The research methodology involves a comparative analysis of the attitude towards the SDG leaders of sustainable development and MNCs that currently continue to work on the Russian market is presented. The conducted research showed that MNCs mostly recognize their impact on achieving SDG 16, but at the same time (1) they put it at a medium or low priority level; (2) emphasize justice and strong institutions. As a result of the study, it was proven that the existing approach to assessing the level of achievement of SDG 16 does not take into account modern conditions of warfare and needs to be revised. The novelty of the study lies in the further development of scientific approaches to assessment of international business contribution to SDGs achievement and promotion of sustainable peace, opposition to military aggression, as well as substantiating the need to change approaches (criteria) to assessing the achievement of SDG 16.

The strong effect of flexible capacities on achievable WIP levels and throughput times: a simple model and its implications

Setting WIP levels at the workstations of a production is an important task: WIP levels affect throughput times as well as utilisation rates. Consequently, they also impact the delivery times to customers and the productivity. Queueing theory provides profound knowledge regarding the factors for determining suitable WIP levels. However, the existing models have been neglecting the important influence of capacity flexibility. This paper suggests an extension of the well-known Kingman equation to model the impact of flexible capacities on the required WIP levels. Simulation experiments have shown that the model is able to accurately forecast the utilisation level of a workstation for different factor levels of capacity flexibility, WIP and load variance. Companies can use the model to set consistent target levels for these factors.

Role of students’ academic procrastination in shaping mathematics achievement

ABSTRACT This study explores the role of academic procrastination in shaping mathematics achievement in Nepali schools. Utilising a quantitative research design, a cross-sectional survey was conducted with 474 students selected through multi-stage cluster sampling from eight public secondary schools in Nepal. The data were analysed using t-tests, ANOVA, and multiple linear regressions. The findings reveal significantly higher levels of both academic achievement and procrastination. Moreover, a high level of academic procrastination was found to have a significant negative effect on mathematics achievement. Influential factors in this correlation include students’ ethnicity, study hours at home, family size, and parents’ educational background. Stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and policymakers, should collaborate synergistically to address the underlying causes of procrastination and provide robust support mechanisms to enhance students’ learning outcomes.

Secondary school learners’ academic achievement in mathematics through a practical instruction teaching approach in the Kigezi and Ankole regions of Uganda

Addressing the challenge of subpar mathematics achievement levels in secondary education has gained global attention. Due to teachers’ inability to teach mathematics without real objects to explain it in real life, learners take the subject as very abstract, hence the poor academic achievement in national examinations. This qualitative case study investigates the impact of practical instruction on the mathematics achievement of secondary school students in Uganda. The research involved interviews with sixteen teachers from selected secondary schools in the Kigezi and Ankole regions to gain insights into their perspectives on the utilization and advantages of practical instruction in mathematics. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. Regarding assessment strategies, the study found that there is a need to incorporate alternative assessment methods that can effectively assess the range of learners’ mathematics abilities. The study’s findings highlight that teachers view practical instruction as a valuable approach that enhances students' mathematics achievement by involving them in hands-on experience with real objects and learner-centered activities. Based on these results, the study recommends the widespread adoption of practical instruction as a means to elevate the quality of mathematics education in Uganda, ultimately addressing the prevalent challenges in mathematics achievement at the secondary school level.

The ecology of opportunity: connecting socioecological health and school achievement in Alabama

ABSTRACT This study investigates the association between school-level achievement and the relative health of the social environment in which children are embedded, to gain a more comprehensive understanding of how behavioural, social, physical, and socio-emotional contexts may holistically impact learning. While research has recognised how specific aspects of a child’s environment can impact learning, what is less understood is how multiple facets of socioecological conditions may holistically contribute to learning advantages or disadvantages. To address this, we combine seven years and over 9,000 observations of school-level achievement scores from the U.S. state of Alabama with a comprehensive scale of “socioecological health” – a measure that includes multiple indicators such as nutrition access, housing quality, neighbourhood violence, social supports, income inequality, and mental health access. We then employ a three-level hierarchical linear modelling approach to assess the association between socioecological health and school achievement. Results suggest that (1) higher levels of socioecological health are associated with higher levels of school achievement; (2) effects are strongest for older students and rural students; and (3) healthy behaviours, social supports, and positive physical environment correspond with higher school achievement. These results highlight the breadth to which social and environmental determinants may influence learning opportunities and underscores the need for a more holistic and inclusive approach to educational leadership and social policy.

ICT and academic achievement in secondary education: A hierarchical linear modelling

AbstractBackgroundThe unprecedented access to information in the 21st century entails a deep understanding of information and communication technology (ICT)‐related factors in education and their impacts on learning and teaching. The role of attitudes towards ICT is a proven factor in student achievement. However, there is no consensus about the direction of this impact.ObjectivesThis study aimed to explore the relationship between student attitudes towards ICT including interest in ICT (INTICT), perceived ICT competence (COMPICT), perceived autonomy related to ICT use (AUTICT) and ICT in social interaction (SOIAICT), and their achievement scores for mathematics, reading, and science by analysing student‐, school‐, and country‐level factors hierarchically in the quartiles of performance.MethodsThe study group was determined as 300,279 15‐year‐old students from 21,903 schools in 53 countries. Descriptive and correlational analyses were carried out in addition to the hierarchical linear modelling (HLM) employed to reveal the relationship between attitudes towards ICT and academic achievement in mathematics, reading, and science through the investigation of student‐, school‐, and country‐level factors hierarchically in the quartiles of performance.Results and ConclusionsThe results detected moderate to weak relationships among the constructs of INTICT, COMPICT, AUTICT and SOIAICT. Based on the HLM findings, complex interactions between ICT attitudes and academic performance were identified with a tendency towards positive associations between specific attitude components and high achievement levels, particularly in mathematics and science. The research identified the significance of considering student‐, school‐, and country‐level factors for high, above‐average, below‐average, and low achievers to comprehensively understand the role of ICT attitudes in shaping educational outcomes.TakeawaysPolicymakers should design educational policies, subject‐specific strategies and ICT‐related interventions by considering the multifaceted factors influencing student performance across different subjects and achievement quartiles. Particularly at the school and country levels, contextual factors should be evaluated when designing interventions to support low achievers.

How neighbourhood effects vary by achievement level

Abstract After long-standing calls for research into ‘for whom’ neighbourhood matters, the literature has recently gained traction, focussing on background characteristics such as gender, race, and socioeconomic background. However, there is still scarce and only indirect evidence on whether neighbourhood effects vary by children’s academic ability. In this paper, we combine the Neighbourhood Choice Model with quantile regressions to investigate whether neighbourhood effects vary by children’s academic proneness. Using Norwegian register data, we demonstrate heterogeneity in the effects of neighbourhood deprivation as a function of students’ proneness to academic achievement. Students with the very lowest and highest academic potential are the least affected by neighbourhood disadvantage, while those with below average—but not at the lowest end—are most strongly affected. Moreover, while girls are less affected than boys, and children from less educated and affluent families are more affected by neighbourhood disadvantage than their more privileged peers, the effects of these observed moderators are considerably smaller than the heterogeneity observed as a function of academic proneness. Overall, our use of quantile regressions opens up new venues for understanding ‘for whom’ neighbourhoods matter, with individual-level academic vulnerability and strengths being an influential source of neighbourhood effects variation.

Reading Engagement and the Reader in the Foreign Language Classroom: Students' Perceptions on Assessment Methods

Despite the fact that Foreign Language (FL) literature is considered to be an important element in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) lessons, it is not part of the majority of classrooms (Bloemert et al. 2016). In most Spanish high-schools, FL literature is introduced by means of mandatory readers: these are often not worked on in the lessons and students are asked to read them on their own and take an exam. Taking into account that assessment methods have a direct influence on students’ level of engagement, reading motivation and learning achievement (Guthrie & Wigfield, 2000; Gujbels & Dochy, 2006; van der Watering et al. 2008), this study analyses the perceptions of 52 students in their first year of upper-secondary education on two different assessment methods during two different terms. In the first term, the reader was used in the classroom and students were asked to do an individual assignment at the end. In the second term, students read the reader on their own and took an exam. The data were gathered by means of a students’ questionnaire and systematic classroom observation. Overall, results show a preference towards the individual assignment in terms of reading engagement and a ‘deep learning’ approach to the reading experience.

Avengers, Disassemble!

Popular culture both reflects and shapes the audiences’ beliefs. Content Analysis of blockbusting movies can teach us about public attitudes. This study examined underlying themes pertaining to personality types, as they are reflected in movies produced by the largest franchise in history, Marvel Cinematic Universe. Twenty-seven Marvel characters were assessed for their personality traits and received a rating for each of the big five personality aspects. To test which personality type was endorsed by the Marvel narratives, each character’s success was measured by examining the outcomes for that character. Successful outcomes were defined by levels of goal achievement in two categories, somatic goals and reproductive goals. The hypothesis was that being a commercial art-product of Western culture, Marvel storylines will follow neoliberal ideas, and award success to characters that align with the entrepreneurial personality type. That is, characters that exhibit high levels of openness, stability, extraversion, and conscientiousness, but not high levels of agreeableness. Results showed that the strongest predictor for success was openness to experience. It was followed by a second predictor, emotional stability. No correlation was found between extraversion or conscientiousness and success. Agreeableness was found to be moderately correlated to somatic success. The hypothesis was partially supported, indicating there might be some influence of neoliberal values on the Marvel character depiction.

Reproductive Health Status in India: Comparison of NFHS-IV and NFHS-V Findings

Background This study investigates the disparities in reproductive health and the underlying causes in various Indian states. Based on a large-scale population-based, nationally representative data set, this study aims to track the changes between National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-IV and NFHS-V in the status of reproductive health and examine the factors contributing to it in various regions of India for women aged 15–49 years in 29 states (NFHS-IV and V). Methods According to claims, in India’s states’ reproductive health status is gauged by the reproductive health index (RHI). The total fertility rate, infant mortality rate, childbirth order, mother-and-child delivery care and female educational attainment rate are the five variables that make up this composite index. Results In NFHS-IV, India’s RHI score was 61.5, and in NFHS-V, it was 67.8. Although there has been progress in RHI, it has not been at the level that was anticipated. Eleven NFHS-IV states and eight NFHS-V states have index values below India’s RHI threshold. Conclusion To move the situation forward, desires for using contraception should be given more weight. The level of educational achievement of women should also be raised, as should their passionate participation in economic activity.

PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN GEREJA DALAM PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KATOLIK DENGAN GOOGLE CLASSROOM

This study focuses on improving the learning outcomes of grade XII students majoring in Social Sciences (IPS) 2 at SMA Negeri 1 Tarakan by utilizing Google Classroom as a learning medium. The methodology used includes observation, implementation of actions, and data archiving involving four students during the research process. The study results showed a significant increase in academic achievement, with a rise of 75% in the first cycle and 100% in the second cycle. However, even though these positive results were achieved, there was a gap in some students who still had not reached the expected level of achievement. Finally, the implications of this study confirm that there is effectiveness through the use of Google Classroom media in supporting distance learning and show the importance for teachers in adopting suitable press to improve the quality of education according to student needs.

Oral interpretation skills among English-majored graduates: A case of those from a university in Vietnam

It is undoubtedly believed that the ability to deliver effective presentations in English is not merely an academic requirement but also a vital skill for success in the professional world. Students who excel in delivering presentations often demonstrate higher levels of critical thinking, research ability, and overall academic achievement. Unfortunately, delivering presentations in English poses a significant challenge for many students, particulary those in non-native English-speaking countries like Viet Nam. Via a mixed-methods approach, the current study investigates the oral consecutive interpretation skills of English-majored graduates from Thu Dau Mot University (TDMU), finding out the challenges faced by these students in oral interpretation, focusing on four key stages: listening and understanding, notetaking, decoding notes, and expressing and reformulating. In the quantitative process, 150 graduates completed a survey questionnaire, providing broad data for statistical analysis. The qualitative process involved direct observations and semistructured interviews with 10 graduates. The observations in real-world settings utilized a structured checklist to assess four critical phases of consecutive interpretation: listening and understanding, note-taking, decoding notes, and reformulating and expressing. Key findings indicate that graduates face significant challenges in each phase. In the listening and understanding phase, difficulties include maintaining focus and comprehending complex content. Note-taking challenges involve developing effective techniques and balancing listening with writing. The note-decoding phase reveals issues with accurately reconstructing messages under time pressure. In the reformulating and expressing phase, graduates struggle with delivering fluent and coherent interpretations, especially under stress. The study highlights the importance of cognitive and memory skills, effective notetaking, stress management, and public speaking abilities in successful interpretation. This research underscores the need for a practical approach to interpreter training that addresses both technical and psychological aspects.

The effect of role play prepared with video support on ethical decision-making and motivation levels of nursing students: A quasi-experimental study.

Background: Since the increasingly complex structure of health care services brings many ethical problems, it is important to use different instructional technologies in the ethical education of future nurses.Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of role play prepared with video support on ethical decision-making and motivation levels of nursing students.Research design: A quasi-experimental study with pretest-posttest design.Participants and research context: The research was conducted in the Nursing Department of a University located in Istanbul, Turkey between October 15 and November 15, 2024. The sample of the research consisted of 3rd year nursing students. Data were collected using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, the Nursing Dilemma Test, and the Instructional Material Motivation Scale for Single-Use.Ethical considerations: Permission was obtained from Bezmialem Vakif University Non-Interventional Ethical Research Committee and the institution where the study was conducted for the implementation of the research. Written and verbal consent was obtained from all participants in accordance with the Helsinki Declaration.Findings: While there was no difference between the students' Ethical Dilemma Test Principled Thinking pre-test and post-test scores, their Practical Consideration (p = .005) and motivation levels (p = .037) post-test scores were found to be higher. There was a weak but significant negative correlation between academic achievement and pre-test teaching material motivation levels (r = -0.375, p = .041).Discussion: The use of different teaching methods and techniques in ethics education in nursing is important for future nurses to find more practical solutions to the ethical problems they will encounter during patient care.Conclusion: The results of the study indicate that the use of video-supported role play can be effective in teaching ethics courses in nursing education.

Pelatihan dan Pendampingan Operasional Mesin Bubut Bagi Karyawan di Kawasan Industri Logam Morowali

In the increasingly advanced and dynamic world of the manufacturing industry, the need for a skilled and qualified workforce is becoming increasingly important. One of the key skills required in the industry is the ability to operate a lathe effectively and efficiently. Lathes are used to shape and smooth workpieces by rotating the workpiece against a stationary tool. These machines enable precise and high-quality manufacturing processes, so employees need to master the correct and efficient operation of lathes. However, there is still a problem with employees who are not skilled enough to operate lathes in companies in the Morowali metal industry area. This condition can certainly hamper the productivity and efficiency of the company, and have an impact on the quality of the products produced. So, it is necessary to conduct training and mentoring to improve their knowledge and skills. Training is carried out using several methods, namely surveys through interviews to determine the appropriate type of training. Providing material to improve knowledge using the lecture method. Direct observation to train participants' skills in operating the lathe. Evaluation of training to measure the level of achievement. The evaluation results obtained an average pre-test score of 54.3 and a post-test of 84.6. There was an increase of 30.7 points after the participants participated in the training activities. Thus, the training activities showed success in improving employees' knowledge of lathe operation. In addition, each employee also showed skills in completing the job sheet that had been given. So, the training carried out provides various benefits for employees in developing careers and for companies in increasing their productivity.

An investigation of the direct and indirect effects of desire for independence and perceived level of achievement on singlehood status

The present study aimed to examine the associations between the desire for independence, perceived level of achievement, and relationship status. Specifically, we conducted the study with a sample of 667 Greek-speaking participants (389 women, 275 men, and three participants who did not indicate their sex) who were either single or in an intimate relationship. We employed close-ended questionnaires that included instruments developed using AI. We found that men and women who desired more independence were more likely to be voluntarily single than in an intimate relationship. Additionally, a higher desire for independence was associated with more years being single, but this effect was significant only for men. Furthermore, we found that the perceived level of achievement was not significantly associated with relationship status directly; however, higher scores in this dimension were associated with fewer years spent as single for men. Moreover, a higher perceived level of achievement was associated with a decreased probability of being involuntarily single rather than in an intimate relationship and fewer years spent as single indirectly, by being associated with higher self-esteem, which was associated with higher flirting capacity. These paths were significant for both men and women. Our findings suggest that the desire for independence and perceived achievement play an important role in explaining why some people are single and others in an intimate relationship.

The Effect of Project-Based Stem Education Approach on Academic Achievement and Stem Career Interests in Science

The aim of this study is to determine the effect of the project-based STEM learning method prepared in accordance with the Science and Technology course curriculum on academic achievement and STEM Career Interest levels. Pre-test post-test control group experimental design was used in the study. In this context, the sample of the study consisted of 52 (n=26 experimental and n=27 control) volunteer 6th grade students studying in two different branches at Karatay Secondary School in Karatay district of Konya province in the second semester of 2021-2022 academic year. A placement test was administered in order to determine the branches in which the study would be conducted. According to the results of the exam, volunteer students studying in the closest level branches were included in the study. The students in the experimental group were taught according to the project-based STEM learning method prepared according to the outcomes of the Support and Motion System, Force and Motion, Sound Insulation, Thermal Insulation units for 64 lesson hours. The students in the control group were taught the above-mentioned units by the same instructor according to the existing program for 64 class hours. Both experimental and control group students were administered the skills-based academic achievement and STEM Career Interest Scale prepared by the Ministry of National Education as pre-test and post-test. The data obtained from the pre-test and post-test applications were evaluated in SPSS 26.0 package program. In the statistical analysis, it was found that there was a statistically significant difference between the students in the experimental and control groups in favor of the students in the experimental group (p<0.05). According to the findings obtained from the statistical analysis, it was concluded that the project-based STEM teaching method in science education increased the level of academic achievement and interest in STEM professions. Based on this result, it is predicted that students' academic achievement levels can increase with the more frequent use of project-based STEM learning method in science education by teachers

Penerapan Metode Case-Based Reasoning pada Website SORTING (Sorong Atasi Stunting) Sebagai Implementasi Smart City (Studi Kasus: Distrik Sorong Timur)

Stunting is one of the issues designated as a national priority issue at this time. Determining this priority issue is to accelerate the level of achievement of national development goals. East Sorong District, Sorong City, Southwest Papua Province is one of the focus location with a high prevalence rate. This study aims to develop an information technology called SORTING (Sorong Atasi Stunting) using the case-based reasoning method. This research produces a system that can be accessed from anywhere and at any time, which can be used by residents, especially mothers, to consult regarding their baby's growth problems. SORTING was developed using the expertise of nutritionists who usually deal with stunting problems. SORTING resulted in several conclusions that the application expert system can diagnose stunting by using the case-based reasoning method as an engineering approach to the knowledge base; The application of the SORTING expert system can provide an overview of stunting including the results of the percentage of diagnoses, factors and recommendations for solutions that must be taken; The application of the SORTING expert system can be used as a second alternative to consult with experts in diagnosing stunting. And it can also be an alarm to continue consulting with experts directly; The application of the SORTING expert system can increase knowledge about stunting. The researchers hope that SORTING can assist the government in the National Action Plan for Stunting Management which emphasizes reducing stunting rates and can help the community recognize stunting diseases early and prevent them.

Gamification of Al-Khawarizmi Number Basis Module for Gifted and Talented Muslim Students

There are a few bright and intelligent students who have a poor level of achievement in mathematics. They think that mathematics is a boring subject and not important in daily life. A special module named the Al-Khawarizmi Number Basis Module will be used as an intervention step for students who need this guidance and support to achieve excellence in mathematics, increase their level of understanding of professional mathematics, and give encouragement to Muslim students in cultivating a mathematical life. The main objective of this research is to develop a game card for gifted and talented Muslim students at Kolej PERMATA Insan, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia. This module helps students enhance their understanding and achievement in mathematics. This module contains three main topics, namely rational numbers, factors and multiples, and standard form. The effectiveness of this module needs to be evaluated and analyzed carefully. This way, the module can improve the level of achievement and understanding of gifted and talented Muslim students, which can then be shared with students that are in mainstream schools. In completing this module, students are also tested with a game card called Find and Match: Al-Khawarizmi Robot of Number (Riz and Ron). Then, students will undergo a pre-test and post-test to assess their level of achievement. The implementation of this module can increase understanding and strengthen the professional knowledge of mathematics among gifted and talented Muslim students and encourage students to cultivate mathematical knowledge throughout life.

The Role of the Agricultural Sector in Sustainable Development: Analysis of Data Availability and Achievement of Sustainable Development Goal Indicators for Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) -- Case Study of Madiun Regency and Madiun City

This research aimed to identify the role of the agricultural sector in achieving the sustainable development goals (SDGs). One of the SDGs related to the agricultural sector was Goal 2, zero hunger. Before assessing the extent of the agricultural sector’s role by measuring the achievement level of indicators in Goal 2, another challenge in evaluating sustainable development progress was data availability. This study employed a case study approach in two areas: Madiun District and Madiun City. The research findings revealed that in Madiun District, out of the 11 indicators in Goal 2, 4 indicators lacked data. In terms of achievement levels, five indicators were achieved and two were not achieved. In contrast, Madiun City had data for each indicator, with eight indicators achieved and three not achieved. The research concluded that data availability for development indicators at the municipal government level was significantly better compared to the district level. The urgency of data availability lies in obtaining an overview of sustainable development achievement in a region and determining future steps through policies and strategic measures, particularly in supporting sectors like agriculture. Keywords: sustainable agriculture, sustainable development goals, SDGs assessment