Chinese Educational Institutions Research Articles

Twenty-First Century Teaching Skills of Teachers in Chinese Educational Institutions in Central Philippines

Twenty-first teaching skills are necessary to meet the demands of the 21st-century educational curriculum. Anchored on the framework of 21st century learning and partnership for 21st century skills, this study assessed the teachers’ practice of 21st century teaching skills among Chinese schools in Central Philippines in terms of critical thinking, collaboration, communication, creativity and innovation, self-direction, making global connections, making local connections, and using technology as a tool for learning relative to their age, sex, educational attainment, years of teaching, and designation. Likewise, it compared their teaching skills assessment when grouped to demographics. Using the quantitative design, the 112 stratified randomly sampled teachers responded to the standardized questionnaire. It was responded using very great to very poor extent. The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and independent sample t-test. Meanwhile, the researcher adhered to the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board (PHREB). Generally, their teaching skills extent was great. Also, there was no difference in their age, sex, educational attainment, and years of teaching. However, there was a difference in designation where high school rated higher than elementary teachers. Hence, trainings are essential in continuously improving in 21st century teaching skills. Also, the results partially validated the theory. With these, further studies are recommended to validate the claims.

Research on the Connotation of Teacher Ethics in Chinese Higher Educational Institutions in the New Era

Research on the Connotation of Teacher Ethics in Chinese Higher Educational Institutions in the New Era

School Leader Behavior and Teacher Work Task Motivation Towards a Proposed Motivational Training Program for Teachers

This study aims to explore the relationship between school leadership behaviors and teacher motivation in the Chinese educational environment. Research understands the impact of this relationship by examining teacher profiles, assessments of principal leadership behaviors, and measures of teacher motivation levels. Research has found that principals exhibiting caring-oriented behaviors help increase teachers' motivation levels. However, teacher motivation is more influenced by external factors, such as rewards and incentives, rather than intrinsic satisfaction that comes from the job itself. Research also highlights the importance of transformational leadership in stimulating teacher interest and improving performance. Based on the findings, a series of recommendations are put forward to improve teacher motivation and performance, including promoting genuine interest in teaching, providing incentives, creating a teamwork atmosphere, providing professional development opportunities, and making effective use of educational resources. This study provides valuable insights into the relationship between leadership behaviors and teacher motivation in Chinese educational institutions and provides practical suggestions for improvement.

Fostering Scientific Research Ability of Graduate Students in Chinese Local Universities: A Critical Review

Local universities and colleges constitute a significant portion of China’s educational landscape, with graduate enrollment increasing steadily each year. Against the backdrop of escalating technological competition between nations, the cultivation of Scientific Research Ability (SRA) among graduate students has garnered increasing attention. While the initial aim of postgraduate education is clear – to nurture research-oriented talent for future academic pursuits – the objectives of graduate training have evolved over time. Today, they encompass not only the development of academics but also the cultivation of high-level professionals for various industries. This paper offers a systematic overview of relevant studies in the field of postgraduate SRA cultivation, delving into the entrenched challenges within Chinese educational institutions regarding the fostering of SRA among postgraduates. Additionally, it proposes a theoretical model for SRA-oriented training and provides insights into future reforms and developments in this area.

Exploring music students' resistance to innovation as a moderator in the relationship between e‐learning adoption and academic performance

AbstractA teaching strategy known as an “e‐learning system” involves the use of electronic technology to encourage and assist learning in a classroom setting. According to the increasing rise in the number of pupils using modern communication technologies, alterations to the e‐learning system are now feasible. The study aims to explore the relationship between e‐learning adoption, attitude, and academic performance in the regulations of students' resistance to innovation from the perspective of Chinese students. Recognizing the mediating impact of e‐learning adoption (ELAD) as well as the regulating function of resistance to innovation (RTI) is crucial for completely comprehending how e‐learning attitude (ELAT) influences music student performance (SP). The objective of this study is to find an association between ELAT and students' performance and to find out the association between ELAD and students' performance. A random sampling technique was utilized quantitatively. Data were collected from 293 music education students in China using a questionnaire method. The study obtained data were analyzed through descriptive statistics using SPSS statistical software. The research was conducted in Chinese music educational institutions in Beijing. PLS‐SEM stands for Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling. It's a statistical method used for analyzing relationships between variables. Partial Least Squares (PLS) software is chosen for its versatility in handling complex relationships with small sample sizes. PLS is known for its ability to handle multicollinearity, making it a robust choice for research requiring accurate and stable predictions with limited data. The study analyzes the connection between music student performance and e‐learning attitude. The findings of the study indicate the regulating role of objections to innovation and the mediation effect of e‐learning adoption. The study suggests that a positive attitude toward e‐learning adoption enhances students' work performance. The findings underline the significance of ELAT and ELAD and offer useful policies for improving students' performance.

Educational Choice and the Willingness to Apply of Higher Vocational Students in Guangdong Province, China: The Mediating Role of Career Decision-making Self-efficacy

This study explores the influence of educational choice on the willingness to apply and career decision-making self-efficacy. A questionnaire was conducted on 1,391 freshmen from six higher vocational colleges in Guangdong Province, China, using educational choice, career decision-making self-efficacy and the willingness to apply scales. The results showed that career decision-making self-efficacy has a mediating role in the significant positive effect of educational choice on the willingness to apply. Therefore, Chinese educational institutions and policy makers should cultivate vocational students' career decision-making self-efficacy to improve the confidence and ability in career decision-making, and better understand professional career field.

Features of intercultural communication of students from different countries when learning a foreign language in universities of the China

Relevance. In the context of education in the modern world, where globalisation has become an integral part of life, the topic of intercultural communication of students from different countries when learning a foreign language in Chinese educational institutions is of particular relevance. This aspect of education is becoming increasingly important, as today students from distinct cultures and nationalities often come together in learning communities, enriching their knowledge and experience through intercultural interactions.Purpose. The purpose of this paper was to examine and analyse the impact of intercultural communication on the learning process of international students in Chinese universities.Methodology. The study used analytical method and systematisation.Results. The study found opportunities for intercultural exchange among students from different countries in Chinese universities when learning a foreign language. As a result of this study, the influence of intercultural communication on the effectiveness of teaching international students was investigated. This study found out how interactions between students from distinct cultures affect their ability to acquire a new language, and what factors facilitate or hinder successful communication. The study also investigated the specific features of interaction between students from distinct cultures and analysed its influence on the adaptation and learning process, which included the study of social adaptation, the influence of cultural stereotypes, as well as interaction with local students and teachers.Conclusions. The results of this study can serve as a basis for a more profound understanding of the needs of international students and the development of teaching methods that consider intercultural aspects.

Examining students’ music listening willingness and engagement to foster their musical achievement and development in higher educational institutions

Drawing upon self-determination theory, this study explores how listening music willingness (LMW) and music engagement (ME) impact musical development and achievement (MDA) via the mediating role of music aesthetic experience (MAE) and music listening behavior (MLB) among 299 university music students in Chinese higher educational institutions (HEIs). Employing structural equation modeling (SEM), the results reveal that LMW significantly influences MLB but not musical development and achievement. ME significantly affects both music aesthetic experience and MDA, with a significant correlation between MLB and MDA. Besides, the relationship between MAE and MDA is positively significant. Mediation analysis reveals that music listening behavior fully mediates the LMW–MDA relationship, while the relationship between ME and MDA is partially mediated by musical aesthetic experience. These findings offer insights for crafting music educational strategies emphasizing positive listening behavior, active engagement, and enriched aesthetic experiences to enhance effectiveness in HEIs. For policymakers particularly in China, understanding the pivotal role of MLB as a mediator between willingness and achievement suggests interventions targeting listening habits can positively influence overall MDA. Furthermore, recognizing the partial mediation by aesthetic experience in the relationship between engagement and MDA suggests programs enhancing musical aesthetic experiences could amplify the impact of music education initiatives.

Business Incubation Study Programs to Promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship Activities in Animation Major

The aim of this study was to provide guidelines to setting up business incubation study programs in higher education for the promotion of innovation and entrepreneurship activities in the field of animation. This study examined the relationship between business incubation program implementation, institutional policies, student engagement, faculty involvement, intellectual property (IP) management, and animation major relevant innovation and entrepreneurship activities to achieve its goals. Data collection was carried out from Chinese universities by using a survey questionnaire and results were obtained by using statistical tool in which Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was carried out. This study believed that incubation centers in the field of animation at higher education institutions can perform better to promote innovation and entrepreneurship success by concentrating on student engagement, faculty involvement and IP management practices along with the supportive institutional policies and proper implementation of strategy. Consequently, this study has significant importance for the policymakers to promote animation major among students by considering the results of the current study. Policymakers can promote animation major through the promotion of incubation centers in Chinese higher educational institutions.

On training at the undergraduate level in pedagogy in Kyrgyz Republic and China

Relevance. This study considered the main stages of development of higher pedagogical education in Kyrgyz Republic and China, as well as the problems of teacher training in Chinese and Kyrgyz universities at the present stage. The relevance of the issues of researching the demand for Chinese and Kyrgyz higher pedagogical educational institutions, the problems of reforming and adapting educational programmes to new socio-cultural conditions was noted. The reasons and main stages of development of the system of higher pedagogical education in Kyrgyz Republic and the People�s Republic of China were analysed, the active involvement of the state leadership in reforming the system of higher education, building new university campuses, creating the necessary conditions for training specialists was noted.Purpose. The purpose of this article was to investigate the causes, preconditions, conditions, and main stages of the development of the system of training of pedagogical specialists in the Kyrgyz Republic and China, as well as to analyse the current state and features of educational programmes of Chinese and Kyrgyz pedagogical universities.Methodology. Critical-analytical method, comparative method, analysis of open data sources were used as research methods.Results. The study showed that the state reforms towards liberalisation and openness of economic and social life, which have been carried out in China since 1978 and in Kyrgyz Republic after independence in 1990, have had a positive impact on the development of the education system in the country. At the same time, the popularity of the teaching profession under liberalisation has declined markedly, which has had a negative impact on the quality of training of entrants and graduates of teacher training institutions.Conclusions. The practical significance of the study is to systematise the specific features of theoretical training and practical experience of higher teacher education because of reforms of the educational system in such dynamically developing countries as Kyrgyz Republic and China.

Do emotional regulation behaviors matter in EFL teachers' professional development? A process model approach

The effectiveness of pedagogical approaches to teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) can be enhanced by ensuring that teachers are in a psychologically sound state, allowing them to upgrade their professional skills. Emotional regulation (ER) is acknowledged as a key factor in enhancing one’s professional capabilities. However, research in this area is notably underdeveloped. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the utilization level and impact of ER strategies on EFL teachers’ professional development in Chinese higher educational institutions. The research used a survey approach, employing questionnaires as the primary means of data collection. The data was then analysed through structural equation modelling and a descriptive statistical approach. The findings provide evidence that EFL teachers effectively employ various ER strategies to navigate the challenges inherent in the classroom, underscoring their adaptability and resilience. Moreover, the study identified a significant relationship between the use of ER and EFL teachers’ professional development. These findings highlight the essential role of emotional regulation in the teaching journeys of EFL educators and underscore the importance of integrating emotional regulation training into teacher development programs. FUNDING INFORMATION. This study is supported by the Education and Teaching Research Project of Henan Province, China (Grant No. 2022SYJXLX051), and the Education and Teaching Research Project of the International Cooperation and Exchange Division, Ministry of Education, China. (Grant No. (2023) No. 156).

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Cross-Media Writing to Enhance Children’s Language Competences: An Educommunicative Study of Language Development in China

Despite the extensive focus on language development, Chinese children are facing several types of difficulties in developing their linguistic skills in English, majorly due to their extensive character-based writing system and complex tonal language. It is observed that cross-media writing helps the children to promote level of engagement in English writing through multimodal language learning, creativity fostering, collaborative learning opportunities and transferable skills which lead to the promotion of language skills. To address these issues, this study proposed the importance of the effectiveness of cross-media writing in language development. The blended use of blogs, podcasts, TikTok’s, videos, and Duolingo’s in TV ads as education communicative practices was considered as cross media platform. A survey questionnaire was developed for data collection from the language development experts in various Chinese educational institutions. By considering a cross-sectional research design, 265 valid responses were received and used in data analysis by using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Findings of the study revealed the major contribution of crossmediawriting to language development of Chinese children. This study provides valuable insights for the practitioners to promote language development among the Chinese children using cross-media in educational communication.

国际传播背景下韩国语课程思政教学模式的探索与实践

Cultivating talents with moral characters is the fundamental task of Chinese higher educational institutions (CHEIs), and curriculum-based ideological and political education is a key to accomplishing such a task. To help in implementing the national strategy of Chinese culture “going global”, CHEIs not only cultivate non-universal language talents but also make it mandatory to incorporate ideological and political construction into non-universal language courses. Notably, some achievements in ideological and political construction have been achieved in the teaching of the Korean language, a non-universal language for international communication. However, there are problems and challenges. Accordingly, this research takes the second foreign language (Korean) course as an example to investigate the current situation of ideological and political construction in its curriculum and explore the ideological and political elements in the course. Drawing on specific teaching cases, this study examines and reflects on how ideological and political construction is implemented in the second foreign language (Korean) course. The research findings of the study provide valuable implications for cultivating versatile talents in foreign languages, strengthening cultural exchanges between China and South Korea, and building China's international communication capabilities.

近代 中國 新式書院의 교육관 및 실천 활동

Built in 1897 in Hangzhou, China, “Qiu shi Shu-yuan(求是書 院)” is a new type of Confucian academy founded in cooperation with the “Wei-xin faction(維新派)” at the time. This Confucian academy emphasized the spirit of “Shi shi qiu shi(實事求是)”, based on the parallelism of Chinese and Western studies, and further had a clear purpose of contributing to the activities of saving the country by cultivating practical talents. Chinese intellectuals, who were suffering from a national crisis at the time, were leading the establishment of various new schools or modern educational institutions to break down the chaotic situation. In that time, Qiu shi shu-yuan was not only built purely by the Chinese, but also developed into today's Zhejiang University. Thus, it is considered one of the “ideal models of modern Chinese educational institutions” in that it shows a consistent educational view and stable development in terms of operation and development.

The role of intercultural transitional competence in students’ transitions on an internationalized campus – A mixed methods study

Formed from the partnership between Chinese and foreign higher educational institutions (HEIs), Sino-foreign cooperative university (SFCU) represents a typical internationalized campus that integrates various domestic and international resources (e.g., staff, students, partnerships, projects, activities, etc.) in the multicultural (academic, social, and ethnic cultures) environment. Apart from the institutional affordances, we believe students can navigate their transitions by mobilizing intercultural competence (IC). Since there is a paucity of research on that, we adopted the exploratory mixed-methods approach. First, through the qualitative (grounded theory) method, we gathered interview data from 68 students and conceptualized five dimensions of the new construct of intercultural transitional competence (ITC): multiplistic sensitivity (MS), intrinsic proactivity (IP), strategic flexibility (SF), dialectic reflexivity (DR), and relativistic inclusivity (RI). They incorporate intrapersonal, interpersonal, and person-environmental perspectives. Subsequently, we designed an ITC scale consistent with qualitative results and selected existing student transition questionnaires. Based on a valid sample of 957 students, we compared their ITC levels in terms of nationality (i.e., Chinese-international dichotomy), gender, year of study, major, and prior intercultural experiences. Moreover, we verified the positive relationship between their ITC and academic, social, and ethnic cultural transitions through the quantitative method. Practical implications are provided for HEIs to cultivate students’ ITC in order to smooth their transitions.

Chineseness in Southeast Asian higher education

ABSTRACT This article examines the current narrative of Chineseness in the context of higher education in Southeast Asia. We hypothesise that the concept of Chineseness at the macro-level has shifted beyond historical, ethnic, and cultural to include geopolitical, socio-political and economic considerations. At the meso level, we focus on unpacking Chineseness through the development of higher education institutions studying the case of Chinese established educational institutions in Malaysia, particularly in how these institutions articulate and portray their Chineseness in a multi-cultural higher education context. Having examined both macro and meso levels, the article discusses the importance and complexity of exploring Chineseness at the micro-level while also highlighting areas and gaps that have not allowed a more thorough understanding of Chineseness in the given context. Understanding this phenomenon allows us to explore the hypothesis of a shifting conceptualisation of Chineseness and thereby contribute to a more nuanced understanding of internationalisation and international students in higher education.

Modern cloud technology in choral vocal training: the use of cloud storage services

ABSTRACT The purpose of this research is to assess the effectiveness of using cloud storage services as a means to facilitate the rehearsal process in online choral vocal education. Third-year students from three Chinese educational institutions participated in this study. Thus, this research involved a total number of 336 people (320 students and 16 teachers). Accordingly, students were divided into two groups based on the training approach. The first one, Group A, consisted of students who received choral vocal training under the conventional program without the application of online platforms and cloud storage services. The second one, Group B, included students who received education using technology-enabled training methods. They participated in choral rehearsals on Zoom using multimedia materials from Google Drive. According to the results of the final assessment, Group B performed better than Group A; the difference in the average performance score was 5% between the two groups.

Statistical Prediction and Marketing Recommendation of Foreign International Students’ Consumer Behavior

Under a dynamic and complex educational market, it forces shape the educational environment. In the context of China, accelerating economic growth produces multiple newly Chinese multinational education institutions, which lack accurate analysis of consumer preference’s inherent characteristics with educational needs. Therefore, this research is vital in helping new Chinese multinational education institutions make decisions based on foreign countries’ students’ consumer preference and further filling the Chinese multinational education institution preference analysis’ gap. In statistics, this paper uses the Data collected from OECD/UIS/Eurostat (2021) Table B6.1, throughout 45 countries, ranging including bachelor's degree, master and doctorates foreign countries students studying in China, to conduct regression analysis intensely observing foreign international students’ Country of Attendance preference. In Marketing, Multi-factor integration model authenticates the overall international student's consumer performance. It is proved that Chinese educational institutions’ attraction is dominantly attributed to stable economic growth, advanced information, and communication technology. Specifically, China has a higher affinity towards OECD country students for courses of tertiary, bachelor, master, and doctoral studies. Foreign international students' preference statistics prediction improved the accuracy of foreign international students’ behaviors towards the Chinese educational area, driving Chinese educational institutions to a more precise and effective marketing strategy. These results shed light on foreign international students' preference for Chinese education, and how should educational institutions change their marketing methods next.

Research on the Ethical Imbalance of Rising Online Live Class in Chinese Educational Institutions

The COVID-19 pandemic and wider application of information technology have enabled the fast popularity of online live class in Chinese universities, middle schools, and primary schools. However, the future development for online live class in Chinese educational institutions is not surely smooth. This paper conducts a questionnaire and follow-up interviews among teachers, students and parents in Chinese universities, middle schools, and primary schools to make a year-on-year comparison on the use of online live class in Chinese tertiary, secondary and primary education. The survey revealed online live class is probably not a voluntary choice for educational participants in Chinese schools. The follow-up interviews indicate ethical imbalances centering on interpersonal relations, health, the nature of education and role of participants might endanger the sustainable development of online live class.

Highlighting Effects of Flipped Learning on Mental Health through Metaverse: Moderating Impact of e-learning and Cyber Resilience.

Objectives: A metaverse refers to a virtual-reality platform in which users can interact with computer- generated environment, to socialize. It has really enhanced the internet-based and online education. The current study aimed to evaluate the effect of flipped learning on mental health through metaverse. There is a huge potential for expanding learning and knowledge through metaverse, and educational institutions worldwide are evolving to incorporate this concept. To explore the effects of flipped learning on mental health through the metaverse, the study examined the moderating influence of e-learning and cyber resilience by adopting interactive methods in the context of China. Methods: The study employed a quantitative design by conducting surveys from students in Chinese educational institutions. A sample of 350 questionnaires was distributed among the students, out of which 324 complete questionnaires were obtained for further analysis. Results: The findings showed a significant effect of flipped learning on mental health through metaverse. It also exposed the significance of the moderating effect of cyber resilience. In contrast, the moderating effect of e-learning was found to be insignificant between flipped learning through metaverse and students' mental health in Chinese educational institutions. Conclusion: The study provides insightful and practical guidelines for China's education and cybersecurity departments.