Collaborative Education Program Research Articles

Preparing health students for climate change: the impact of an innovative ‘Plan Health Faire’ course

Abstract Introduction Recent studies highlighted the need for climate change (CC) training in universities, especially for health students. In France, a collaborative teaching program, “Plan Health Faire” (PHF), addresses this need. This study aimed to assess PHF’s impact on health students’ reactions, knowledge, and behaviour. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out among all second-year health students enrolled in Medicine, Pharmacy, Odontology, and Maieutics at the University of Poitiers in September 2022. During a mandatory seminar, all students took part in the innovative and scientific PHF teaching program which aims to raise awareness of the challenges of CC as applied to healthcare. Two structured questionnaires based on the Kirkpatrick evaluation model were administered before and after the course. Using a comparative statistical analysis, the changes in students’ knowledge were assessed. Results In all, 294 students took part in the study, and 97.4% were satisfied or very satisfied with PHF. An average score of 8.6/10 was given to the collaborative dynamics of the training. In terms of changes in their level of knowledge and their perception of these changes, 98.3% of students felt that they had learned new knowledge about CC and healthcare. A comparative analysis of the answers to the knowledge questions showed that students’ level of knowledge is indeed significantly higher at the end of the course (p<0.0001). Finally, 94% of students expressed their probable or certain intention to integrate these issues into their future professional practice. Conclusions These results indicate that the PHF training program has a significant impact on health students, particularly in terms of satisfaction and knowledge. PHF could be an interesting way to teach health students about the challenges of CC in healthcare. PHF is currently tested in other French Universities and health care facilities. Key messages • Plan Health Faire is an innovative and collaborative educational program aimed at raising awareness among healthcare stakeholders about the challenges of climate change. • Plan Health Faire is an effective program for raising awareness among health students about climate change and is also an interesting lever for integrating climate change into their future practice.

The internationalization of China's vocational education: Value implications, practices and planning

The internationalization of vocational education is essential for cultivating high-quality talents that meet international standards, enhance the national educational level, and increase international competitiveness, all contributing to the goal of transforming a country into an educational powerhouse. To establish itself as a leader in education, a country has to fully comprehend the implications of internationalizing vocational education, taking into account the global labor market, diplomatic relations, and the evolution of vocational education. These goals can be achieved by analyzing collaborative educational programs, the status of its vocational education in the international context, and the methods employed internationally to develop vocational education. Strategies should include integrating national interests, fostering collaborative initiatives, and utilizing digital technology. In the case of China, such an approach will enhance China's global competitiveness, facilitate the spread of Chinese culture, strengthen the country's international partnerships, and increase its global influence and standing.

Charting the Ethical Frontier in Newborn Screening Research: Insights from the NBSTRN ELSI Researcher Needs Survey

From 2008 to 2024, the Newborn Screening Translational Research Network (NBSTRN), part of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) Hunter Kelly Newborn Screening Program, served as a robust infrastructure to facilitate groundbreaking research in newborn screening (NBS), public health, rare disease, and genomics. Over its sixteen years, NBSTRN developed into a significant international network, supporting innovative research on novel technologies to screen, diagnose, treat, manage, and understand the natural history of more than 280 rare diseases. The NBSTRN tools and resources were used by a variety of stakeholders including researchers, clinicians, state NBS programs, parents, families, and policy makers. Resources and expertise for the newborn screening community in ethical, legal, and social issues (ELSI) has been an important area of focus for the NBSTRN and this includes efforts across the NBS system from pilot studies of candidate conditions to public health implementation of screening for new conditions, and the longitudinal follow-up of NBS-identified individuals to inform health outcomes and disease understanding. In 2023, the NBSTRN conducted a survey to explore ELSI issues in NBS research, specifically those encountered by the NBS community. Since NBS research involves collaboration among researchers, state NBS programs, clinicians, and families, the survey was broadly designed and disseminated to engage all key stakeholders. With responses from 88 members of the NBS community, including researchers and state NBS programs, the survey found that individuals rely most on institutional and collegial resources when they encounter ELSI questions. Most survey responses ranked privacy as extremely or very important in NBS research and identified the need for policies that address informed consent in NBS research. The survey results highlight the need for improved collaborative resources and educational programs focused on ELSI for the NBS community. The survey results inform future efforts in ELSI and NBS research in the United States (U.S.) and the rest of the world, including the development of policies and expanded ELSI initiatives and tools that address the needs of all NBS stakeholders.

Transferring knowledge and skills from an international collaborative nursing educational program to clinical practice: A qualitative study

BackgroundThe effective transfer of knowledge and skills is the primary goal of nursing education. Despite this, little is known about how knowledge and skills gained through international collaborative nursing educational programs is applied by nurses. ObjectivesTo describe the experiences of knowledge and skills transfer among nursing graduates from an international collaborative educational program to their clinical practice and ongoing study. MethodsA qualitative design was employed for this study. In 2023, fifteen interviews were conducted with nursing graduates from a Chinese-Swedish collaborative nursing educational program at Lishui University in eastern China. Directed content analysis was utilized to analyze the interview data. ResultsNursing graduates gained both knowledge and skills that surpassed the educational goals of the international collaborative program. Throughout the application and transfer of knowledge and skills, participants reported both positive and negative experiences. Notably, a gap persisted between basic nursing theoretical knowledge and clinical practice. Additionally, deficiencies were identified in the transfer of nursing research knowledge, indicating areas for improvement in future nursing education. ConclusionThe findings suggest that knowledge and skills from an international collaborative nursing educational program can be successfully transferred to clinical nursing practice and postgraduate study. However, addressing the gap between theoretical knowledge and practice, particularly in updated basic nursing knowledge and practice, is essential. Furthermore, there is a need to enhance awareness and attitudes towards nursing research among nurses, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning.

Analysis of the Benefit Value of PT.KPC's CSR Activities in the UKM Tangguh Program with Social Return on Investment Approach

UKM Tangguh is a collaborative entrepreneurship education program. The program consists of required entrepreneurship material and is adapted to current developments for entrepreneurs in various business fields as participants. Economically, the UKM Tangguh program has contributed to the number of MSMEs upgrading, as seen from changes in the composition of the business scale. Socially, the UKM Tangguh program has helped change the mindset of participants from being a trader to being business person. The objectives of this research are (1) to determine the impact of the program through the social return on investment (SROI) approach and (2) to analyze the level of community satisfaction with the program. The data analysis method uses a comparison of SROI values and the community satisfaction index. Respondents in this study were all participants who were members of the UKM Tangguh program and were willing to take part in each activity session provided. The research results show that the SROI value of the UKM Tangguh program is 21.49, which means that every rupiah of investment given by the company to this program can provide added value, reaching 21.49 times. The assessment of the UKM Tangguh program from the beneficiaries received a very good rating with a score of 3.28 on a scale of 4, if converted to a scale of 100 with a score of 82.04 in the very satisfied category. The high level of beneficiary satisfaction shows the success of implementing the program.

Exploring EFL Learners’ Technology Acceptance in Online Learning in Collaborative Education Programs

Higher education in the world is increasingly supported by the rapid developing technology, and it is worthwhile to investigate the implementation of online teaching. Empirical study on learner’s acceptance of online study is thus pragmatic in necessitating further development of such technological circumstances. This study focuses on the investigation of undergraduates in collaborative programs in a South China city to explore their readiness in online learning under the framework of the technology acceptance model. A questionnaire survey was conducted online to access factors influencing learners’ technology acceptance and usage. The results found significant positive relationships between technology self-efficacy and perceived ease of use, perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness, perceived usefulness and both attitude towards use and intention to use, as well as between perceived ease of use and attitude towards use. Such findings indicate that ease of use and usefulness significantly shape EFL learners’ attitudes and intentions towards technology in collaborative setting, with self-efficacy being crucial in facilitating a positive perception of technology. However, the relationship between attitudes and intention to use did not align with expectations, indicating that learner attitude may not straightforwardly predict learner intention in collaborative programs.

From Awareness to Action: Tetovo's Journey in Waste Management

Abstract Waste is increasing worldwide, causing many adverse impacts to the environment, human health, as well as the global climate. The increasing global waste generation trend is also reflected in North Macedonia, including Tetovo, where lower sustainable waste management practices pose an ongoing challenge. This research offers a comprehensive examination of the city of Tetovo's waste management practices, focusing on its residents’ awareness levels and the undertaken strategies for sustainability. Building on existing research and new insights (especially those generated through the survey with Tetovo's citizens), it explores the historical evolution of waste management in Tetovo, highlighting past challenges and initiatives. With a focus on 'Municipal Public Services Co. (JPK) Tetova', the study navigates legislative hurdles, regional constraints, and potential for intermunicipal collaboration. Furthermore, it extracts Tetovo's community behaviors and awareness level through a conducted survey with citizens, which's insights reveal a significant gap between awareness and active citizen participation, underscoring the need for actionable recommendations. Drawing upon theoretical frameworks like Waste Management Theory (WMT) and the “Zero Waste” concepts, this research explores opportunities for enhancing sustainability in Tetovo's waste management approach. Additionally, it discusses the implications of waste management on climate change, emphasizing the need for alignment with international standards to mitigate environmental impacts. Based on the literature review findings and survey data, the research proposes practical steps for improving waste management practices in Tetovo. These include collaborative initiatives, awareness-raising campaigns, educational programs, and measures for incentivizing compliance, all centered around a citizen-centric approach. By implementing these recommendations, Tetovo can progress towards a more efficient, environmentally conscious waste management system, benefiting present and future generations. Furthermore, stakeholders are encouraged to leverage the insights from this study to collaboratively implement effective strategies for fostering sustainable waste management practices, thereby empowering citizens to contribute actively to environmental conservation efforts.

Development of a Collaborative Intelligent Individual Education Program System using a Prototyping Approach

Development of a Collaborative Intelligent Individual Education Program System using a Prototyping Approach

Development and validation of an interprofessional collaborative educational module on the self-management of foot for individuals with type II diabetes mellitus

Background Insufficient awareness of foot self-care among diabetic individuals results in diabetic foot ulcers. The management of diabetes and diabetic foot ulcers demands a well-coordinated approach that involves multiple healthcare providers (HCPs). The present study aims to develop and validate an interprofessional collaborative (IPC) educational program involving HCPs to efficiently oversee and instruct the public on appropriate strategies for self-managing diabetic foot health. Methods The research group worked on creating an educational module titled ‘An Interprofessional Collaborative Educational Module on Self-Management of Foot for Individuals with Type II Diabetes Mellitus.’ The objective of this module was to promote the adoption of proper practices in self-managing foot health for individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. A panel of 13 experts participated in a two-stage validation process using the Delphi method to assess the module and its educational resources. Subsequently, the module was tested on a group of 30 participants, i.e., individuals with diabetes, with its efficacy evaluated through conversation analysis and in-depth interviews. Results The three-month-long module included three sessions • 1: Diabetes and its health implications • 2: Diabetic foot and self-management • 3: Interprofessional education in diabetic foot care The mode of content delivery was via Whatsapp, and the educational resources, in the form of pamphlets, flowcharts, handouts, case-based cartoons, and videos on diabetes, including diabetic foot, its risks, and self-management, were shared regularly. All participating experts consensually validated the module and educational resources. Analysis of in-depth interviews revealed that the module immensely benefitted the participants and helped them improve their knowledge and practices of foot care in diabetes. Conclusions The study concludes that IPC educational modules can enhance adherence to proper diabetic foot care practices, potentially reducing the occurrence of foot ulcers and amputations, and ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals with diabetes.

Patients and Providers Win with a Collaborative Community-Based, Health Education and Wellness Program.

At the downturn of the COVID-19 pandemic, JPS Health Network sought creative ways to ramp up services and reengage patients in care. The network's strategies for population health management, community engagement, and access to care came together in 2022 with the initial development of the JPS Health and Wellness Program. Today, the program supports patients-particularly those most in need-in navigating the continuum of care. Offerings include classes and resources covering behavioral health, heart disease, diabetes, COVID-19, nutrition, and injury prevention. The program also provides referrals to partner agencies to address social determinants of health. Another important aspect of the JPS Health and Wellness Program is its role in workforce development to accommodate these vital new offerings.

Concluded project of the Ministry of Education’s University-Industry Collaborative Education Program: Construction of practical courses for humanities and social science majors under the background of new liberal arts

The University-Industry Collaborative Education Programt conforms to the rapid development of the industry, giving full play to the advantages of universities and enterprises in talent training and industry practice, and achieving win-win cooperation between practice and theory integrated teaching, talent training and teachers, and university talent training and enterprise development. Based on the requirements of the new liberal arts construction, this project carries out research on the optimization and improvement of the international business professional practical course system. It follows the research ideas of discovering problems, analyzing problems and solving problems. Based on the investigation of the implementation of universities in this field, a series of A generalizable and practical reform and optimization plan for the practical curriculum system of humanities and social science majors in the context of the new liberal arts.

Concluded project of the Ministry of Education University-Industry Collaborative Education Program: Cultivation of the Technological Innovation Ability for Young Backbone Teachers

Artificial intelligence and other new technologies not only have a wide application prospect in civil field, but also have very important application value in national defense and military field, especially in electronic countermeasures. In order to adapt the teaching ability and scientific research and innovation ability of young backbone teachers to the development of new technology, with the help of the Ministry of Education industry-university cooperation and collaborative innovation platform, local superior companies and enterprises to adopt the school-enterprise cooperation mode of industry-education integration, carry out the training of young backbone teachers in technological innovation ability. This project can improve the team members' scientific research and innovation ability and professional teaching level, and achieve a virtuous circle of joint improvement of the level of teachers, scientific research ability and talent cultivation.

IMPLEMENTATION OF STUNTING REDUCTION REGULATIONS AND POLICIES IN EAST LOMBOK REGENCY, INDONESIA

Objective: This research aims to develop a theoretical model for implementing stunting management policies applicable in East Lombok Regency, Indonesia, and other districts with high stunting prevalence across Indonesia through the enactment of statutory regulations. The study focuses on community engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and capacity building. Theoretical framework: Drawing upon the Network Policy Model concept and supported by the Social-Ecological Model from USAID. Methodology: Employing a qualitative approach, the research utilizes a phenomenological study of stunting incidents, complemented by focus group discussions and interviews. Field observations are integrated to validate the data. Research is conducted in 11 intervention and 10 non-intervention sub-districts. Results: The 2023 intervention exhibited a significant decrease in stunting prevalence from 17.46% (2022) to 14.22% and wasting rate from 5.93% (2022) to 5.07%. Four aspects of success emerged: mapping of stunting areas, improved regulations, community involvement, and collaborative education programs. Conclusion: Successful stunting and wasting management in 11 sub-districts in East Lombok Regency began with intervention mapping. Government collaboration with SEAMEO RECFON, UNICEF, and universities was pivotal. Regulatory improvements included strengthening marriage regulations and school regulations. Community involvement and collaborative education programs were vital, ensuring comprehensive program implementation. Recommendation: The five recommendations from this research are strengthening community involvement by encouraging active participation, improving the governance structure, enhancing capacity building by continuing and expanding training initiatives for the organization's regional representatives, and fostering cross-sector collaboration by strengthening partnerships between regional organizations, NGOs, academic institutions, and international organizations; collaborative efforts can leverage diverse expertise, resources, and networks to accelerate efforts to reduce stunting and prevent wasting; promoting nutrition education and outreach: implement comprehensive nutrition education programs targeting schools, communities, and families. Emphasize the importance of a balanced diet, breastfeeding practices, and proper nutrition during critical periods of growth and development. Research Implications: The findings inform policymakers, program managers, and stakeholders involved in stunting reduction efforts in East Lombok Regency, facilitating evidence-based decision-making and program design for more effective and sustainable interventions. Originality/Value: This research contributes to the existing literature on stunting reduction by providing empirical evidence and insights using the Network Policy Model concept and the Social-Ecological Model. The study's contextual specificity, methodological rigor, stakeholder engagement, and multiple perspectives enrich the understanding of stunting management initiatives.

Regional differences in fishing behavior determine whether a marine reserve network enhances fishery yield

A network of marine reserves can enhance yield in depleted fisheries by protecting populations, particularly large, old spawners that supply larvae for interspersed fishing grounds. The ability of marine reserves to enhance sustainable fisheries is much less evident. We report empirical evidence of a marine reserve network improving yield regionally for a sustainable spiny lobster fishery, apparently through the spillover of adult lobsters and behavioral adaptation by the fishing fleet. Results of a Before-After, Control-Impact analysis found catch, effort, and Catch-Per-Unit Effort increased after the establishment of marine reserves in the northern region of the fishery where fishers responded by fishing intensively at reserve borders, but declined in the southern region where they vacated once productive fishing grounds. The adaptation of the northern region of the fishery may have been aided by a history of collaboration between fishers, scientists, and managers, highlighting the value of collaborative research and education programs for preparing fisheries to operate productively within a seascape that includes a large marine reserve network.

Guide to Education and Employment Matching Supply and Demand Project by Ministry of Education and Sophia Technology (SHENZHEN) Co.,Ltd.

Founded on January 5, 2017, Sophia Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is an advanced e-commerce, international trade, intelligent transportation, artificial intelligence, aerospace science and technology, software development, digital economy integrated solution service provider. Sophia Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. participated in the first phase of the Ministry of Education’s supply and demand matching employment and education project. Under the guidance of the Ministry of Education, Sophia Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. has participated in the Ministry of Education's University-Industry Collaborative Education Program since 2017, and has set up the Ministry of Education’s Industry-University Cooperation Cooperative Education Project with Tsinghua University and other colleges and universities, as well as the Jilin Province Industry-University Cooperative Cooperation Cooperative Education Project of 362 items, and the “Microbial Pharmaceutical Virtual Simulation Teaching System” with Northwestern Polytechnical University has been awarded as the excellent case of the Ministry of Education's Industry-University Cooperation Cooperative Education Program.

Incorporating Complexity Theory in Collaborative Educational Programs

The field of education has witnessed an increasing trend of inter-organizational and inter-departmental collaborations and forming of networks. Collaborative educational programs have been implemented in a variety of ways. This paper proposes to understand and study collaborative educational programs through the lens of complexity theory and to utilize nonlinear research methods. This paper also proposes to connect the dots in the literature among complexity theory, collaborative educational programs, program evaluation, and alternative nonlinear research methods.

Collaborative and Interprofessional Educational Program to Maintain Trauma-Focused Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Failure to rescue is prevalent among patients with traumatic injury who are admitted to medical-surgical units. These units are traditionally staffed by new graduate nurses who require mentorship and ongoing continuing education. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic prompted nurse educators to develop and implement new methods of providing routine and just-in-time education in the hospital setting. This article describes a trauma-focused educational program with live sessions and online educational activities created with survey software. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 2023;54(6):275-280.].

Nursing Students' Self-rated Nurse Professional Competence at the End of an International Collaborative Education Program and Follow-up 1 Year Later.

International collaborative programs and student active learning are encouraged; yet, little is known about them. To compare nursing students' self-rated nurse professional competence (NPC) and general self-efficacy between those enrolled in an international collaborative program, which focused on student active learning, and those enrolled in a traditional lecture-based program at the end of graduation and 1 year later. This prospective comparative study distributed a questionnaire to 137 nursing students enrolled in the 2 bachelor-level programs at a university in southeastern China. At the end of graduation, students enrolled in the international collaborative program reported higher scores for NPC factors, medical and technical care and general self-efficacy, than those enrolled in the traditional lecture-based program. One year later, they reported higher scores for total NPC, value-based nursing care, medical and technical care, care pedagogics, documentation and administration of nursing care, and general self-efficacy than others. This study found that the nursing students enrolled in the international collaborative program reported higher self-rated competence.

Advancing a theory of change in a collaborative teacher education program innovation through universal design for learning

This design-based research (DBR) investigates the redesign of a 13-month interdisciplinary teacher preparation program to co-prepare secondary and special education teacher candidates to plan and implement evidence-based practices to meet content and literacy needs of all learners within secondary classrooms. The Theory of Change explores mechanisms for change under the umbrella of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The UDL framework can support teacher candidates in meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities in the general education classroom, yet few studies have explored the in-depth application of UDL in authentic settings across preparation program duration. DBR methods organize study design, iterative data collection, and retrospective analysis of artifacts including candidates' edTPA portfolios and action research papers. Findings revealed strengths and challenges in candidates’ (n = 14) application of components. Results for specific components and various disciplines are discussed. Implications for collaborative preparation of general and special education candidates are identified.

Global Bridges Oncology Nurse Seminar: A Collaborative Education Program for Oncology Nurses in Sub-Saharan Africa

Cancer is a leading cause of death that disproportionately affects low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). LMICs experience a deficit in access to radiotherapy equipment and technology, oncology staff, and educational opportunities. Global Bridges Oncology (GBO) was founded to develop capacity of LMIC health care workers in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Collaborating directly with oncology nurses from Africa, our institution's advanced practice providers (APP) expanded this program to co-develop the GBO Nurse Seminar. The seminar began with a monthly hour-long didactic session with nurses at a teaching hospital in Kumasi, Ghana. After successful implementation, the program expanded to include Kenya and Zambia. Our goal is to continue expanding the lecture series inclusive of other LMICs with certificates of participation and expand on-site training workshops.