Perceptions Of University Students Research Articles

ICT mediated gamification in education degrees: A commitment to sustainability

This research explores the perception of university students of Degrees in Education towards gamification mediated by Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as an innovative teaching strategy, aligned with the principles of educational quality of the UN Agenda 2030. A quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional and inferential research has been carried out, based on the survey technique. The research was carried out using the population of students in the first year of the Degrees in Early Childhood, Primary and Social Education at the University of Jaén during the 2022-23 academic year (n=521). A questionnaire was used as a research tool. The data collected were analyzed using the SPSS programme, carrying out descriptive statistical analysis, comparison of means and regression analysis. The results reflect a positive receptiveness on the part of the students towards ICT-supported gamification, considering it fun and dynamic. This strategy is widely known by students, which favors its implementation in the university environment. Specifically, quiz games and classroom management games stand out as the best-known ICT-supported gamification strategies. However, students of the Degree in Primary Education show greater knowledge compared to those of Pre-school Education; likewise, those who plan to use gamification in their future professional practice express more favourable evaluations. Gamification is considered an active and innovative methodology being a key element for quality improvement in Higher Education.

Multilingual and multicultural events for children: university students’ and primary school pupils’ perspectives

ABSTRACT Language education is a lifelong journey that aims to provide learners with the linguistic and cultural skills needed and develop their plurilingual and global competencies. This study investigates two main areas: 1) the perceptions of university students regarding multilingual and multicultural events designed for children, and 2) the experiences of pupils aged 9–11 who participated in events organized by these students. The data were collected as part of the “Multilingual and Multicultural Events for Children” course. The data consists of posters created by students who participated in the course, student interviews, and feedback from pupils participating in the events. Qualitative content analysis revealed that when planning linguistically and culturally diverse events, it is essential to consider the event’s goals, contents, activities, materials, and environments. The students’ conceptions of the goals of the events are supported by the Finnish National Core Curriculum for Basic Education 2014. Findings benefit teachers planning multilingual and multicultural events as well as their pupils.

Emerging from COVID-19: the perceptions of university students to part-time working and its impact on their transferable skill development

Emerging from COVID-19: the perceptions of university students to part-time working and its impact on their transferable skill development

The competence of digital entrepreneurship in education: Analysis of the perception of university students

Purpose: From an educational perspective, digital entrepreneurship comprises the convergence of the dimensions of entrepreneurship competence and digital competence. The EmDigital project has generated a model of digital entrepreneurship based on the proposals of Entrecomp and Digcom models that, from a transversal approach, addresses digital entrepreneurship from the perspective of challenges and the development of new opportunities that technology can offer.Design/methodology/approach: The project conducted a study using a non-experimental and exploratory design with the objective of analyzing the digital entrepreneurship competence of 135 final-year students from the Polytechnic University of Cartagena. A questionnaire validated by experts and exploratory factor analysis was used to assess the four dimensions of digital entrepreneurship competence: identification of opportunities, action planning, implementation and collaboration, and management and security.Findings:The results show that the students feel they are more competent in the dimension of management and security, while they perceive that the dimension related to the identification of opportunities in the framework of digital entrepreneurship is less developed. It is concluded that it is necessary to establish a series of common and interdisciplinary indicators around digital entrepreneurship that can be reinforced in all degrees, so students could develop good strategies related to digital entrepreneurship regardless of the degree they come from.Originality/value: The added value of this study lies in its comprehensive approach, the solid theoretical foundation on which it is based, its exploratory approach, the integration of key dimensions, the identification of specific areas of improvement and the practical recommendations to address these deficiencies in higher education. -------This research has been carried out within the framework of the project “EmDigital. kills for digital entrepreneurship of university students” (https://www.um.es/emdigital/), which is funded by the SénecavFoundation (Agency Science and Technology Agency of the Region of Murcia, Spain). It has also been funded by the project MAEDU (Framework for Analysing Digital Entrepreneurship in Universities), project funded by the Ministry of Science and Innovation of the Government of Spain. Proyecto PID2022-139332NB-I00 financiado por MICIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033/ y por FEDER, UE. The data has been collected thanks to the participation of undergraduate students from Polytechnic University of Cartagena (Spain).

State Islamic University Students’ Perceptions of IsraelAffiliated Products: A Study After the Fatwa of Indonesian Ulema Council No. 83 of 2023 Concerning the Law on Support for the Palestinian Struggle

This study aims to describe the perceptions of State Islamic University (UIN) students in Indonesia regarding products affiliated with Israel after the issuance of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) fatwa Number 83 of 2023 regarding support for the Palestinian struggle. This research employed qualitative research methods. The primary data of this study were collected through interviews while the secondary data were obtained from scientific articles, books, and so on. The data collection techniques used in this study were observations, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis techniques included data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. This study found that the overall perception of UIN students towards Israel-affiliated products was the result of a complex interaction between religious values, humanitarian values, solidarity with Palestine, media information, economic considerations, and political awareness. These factors become reinforcements to their agreement and support for MUI’s steps in supporting Palestine. MUI stipulated Fatwa Number 83 of 2023 concerning the Law of Support for the Palestinian Struggle. One of the substances was a call to boycott products that are clearly affiliated with Israel. This boycott has implications for the company’s reduced financial income due to a decrease in product sales turnover. This can paralyze the performance and operations of the company and as a consequence, their assistance to Israel in carrying out attacks on Palestine will be stopped.

Acute effects on the psychological perception of university students after participation in the "RegulACTION" workshop for the improvement of emotional health and promotion of an active lifestyle.

Prospective research in Health Sciences and Sports Sciences warns of the need to design and implement educational program at the different stages of human development, that promote emotional competences, interpersonal competences, an adequate level of healthy physical activity as well as adherence to the Mediterranean diet and a more active lifestyle on a physical and social level. The main objective of the study was to design an intervention program on intra-and interpersonal competences together with emotional education, nutritional education and healthy physical activity, called 'RegulACTION'. The preliminary study sample consisted of 11 participants aged 21-28 years (M = 5.00, SD = 8.76) (8 female and 3 males) university students. An ad hoc questionnaire was elaborated to evaluate the participant's perception of the usefulness of the 'RegulACTION' experience and a semi-structured interview of 5 questions to assess their perception, identification of their emotions, awareness of their cognitions, emotions and behaviors in the different areas of their lives. The descriptive results show that the participants are receptive to continuing training in the regulation of cognitions (thoughts) and emotions to increase their satisfaction in different areas of their lives. Regarding the qualitative results, the participants' perception, collected verbatim, is that they feel the need to apply the knowledge about personal and social emotions, as well as healthy behavior in terms of nutrition and exercise, in their daily lives. The 'RegulACTION' program is designed based on the assessment of the prevalence of mental illness in the young adult and adult population, in line with the literature review in the area of knowledge of the theory of emotions, motivational theories and on the occasion of the development of a workshop organized.

Examining the perceptions of university students towards Physical Education as school subject in Katima Mulilo Zambezi Region

Examining the perceptions of university students towards Physical Education as school subject in Katima Mulilo Zambezi Region

CEO compensation: US college student and adult perceptions

Purpose This study aims to understand differences in perceptions of CEO compensation between working adults and business students in the USA before and after reading CEO pay information. Design/methodology/approach Participants completed a survey about their perceptions of chief executive officer (CEO) compensation before and after reading CEO compensation information that included the median CEO-to-employee ratio and salary in 2021. Findings Working adults and business students had similar levels of concern about CEO compensation. Participants were more concerned with CEO compensation after reading information about CEO pay but also believed CEO pay was more justified, contrary to equity theory (Adams, 1965). Among the student and adult samples, women and noninvestors were more likely to have concerns about CEO compensation than other participants. Practical implications Individuals may not understand the components of CEO compensation, and the size of CEO salaries may be difficult to comprehend. Educators and the media should consider presenting CEO compensation information in a different way, for example, how long it takes a CEO to earn as much as an average employee does annually, for the public to understand how much more CEOs are paid than their employees. Originality/value Little research exists on CEO compensation understanding and concerns. This research opens the opportunity for future studies on CEO compensation, for example, that consider variables other than CEO pay (e.g. equity and other forms of compensation) and what individuals believe CEOs do that justifies their high compensation.

The Impact of Aerobics on Body Image Perception of College Students

This study examines the correlation between individuals' judgments of their body image and their evaluation of the advantages of aerobic exercise. A descriptive comparative- correlational approach was employed to gather data from a heterogeneous sample of participants, encompassing their demographic characteristics, evaluation of the advantages of aerobics, and judgments of body image across many dimensions. The results indicate notable disparities in the evaluation of aerobics advantages according to age and gender, as older persons and males exhibit higher ratings across several areas. Furthermore, there is a notable association between participants' evaluation of the advantages of aerobics and their opinions of their body image, emphasizing the significance of overall well-being rather than physical attractiveness. The findings of this study highlight the need to implement customized treatments and inclusive initiatives aimed at fostering a positive body image and promoting engagement in physical exercise to enhance overall health and well-being.

Some Slice of Climate Anxiety … Is Good: A Cross-Sectional Survey Exploring the Relationship Between College Students Media Exposure and Perceptions About Climate Change

Climate change anxiety among young people of college age has become a prevalent topic, with debate on whether climate change anxiety is maladaptive or can motivate climate change action. Using a cross-sectional survey of 440 college students, the study investigated the relationships between college students’ climate anxiety, climate change media exposure, efficacy beliefs, and pro-environmental intentions. The findings revealed among other things, that climate anxiety had a significant curvilinear relationship with pro-environmental intentions with moderate anxiety predicting positive intentions and higher levels of anxiety were associated with negative intentions. Media exposure also positively predicted increased climate anxiety. Implications for climate change mitigation are discussed.

Perception of University Students on The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools For The Development of Autonomous Learning

Objective: To explore the perception of university students on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for the development of autonomous learning. Theoretical Framework: The research is based on Technological Acceptance Theory and Constructivism, focusing on the perception of AI in autonomous learning of university students. Method: Quantitative approach with a descriptive scope, the sample consisted of 665 students enrolled in the Faculty of Education Sciences and Languages (FCEI) of the Peninsula de Santa Elena State University (UPSE)-Ecuador; in the collection of information, the Questionnaire of Perception on the Use of Artificial Intelligence for Autonomous Learning was designed based on 4 dimensions of both variables, and the statistical program SPSS version 29 was used for data processing. Results and Discussion: The results indicate that students show a favorable perception towards the use of AI tools for the autonomous learning process, however, although AI is recognized as a potential tool in university environments, there are still challenges to be overcome. Research Implications: The study has practical implications for strengthening in students the digital competencies needed to effectively use AI tools in their autonomous learning. Originality/Value: The research provides data on the perception of AI tools among university students, offering a starting point for future technology integration strategies in universities.

Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education, Students Preferences and Perceptions

The development of AI technology has opened new opportunities for the delivery and reception of education. Therefore, a profound understanding related to students' perspectives, expectations, and concerns regarding the utilization of AI in the learning process becomes a crucial aspect. This study explores the perceptions of university students in Indonesia towards the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. A quantitative descriptive survey was conducted involving 200 students from the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at Bengkulu University. The instrument used is a student perception scale about AI adapted from Buabbas et al. (2023). Data analysis used descriptive analysis and Chi-Square test. The findings indicate that most students have a positive view of the use of AI in learning, seeing it as a tool that can enrich their learning experience and increase access to educational resources. However, concerns were also raised about the replacement of teachers' roles by AI, the loss of human elements in learning interactions, and data privacy issues. The study concludes that while AI has great potential to transform education, a careful, human-centered approach that involves the active role of teachers and safeguards students' privacy and data security is necessary. Further research is recommended to provide more comprehensive information about the impacts and benefits of the emergence of AI in education.

Using the perceptions of online university students to improve the pedagogy and practice of distance educators

This paper reports on the findings of an investigation into the experiences of undergraduate and postgraduate distance education students from one higher education institution, Avondale College of Higher Education. All of the institution’s current students who were enrolled in a distance course or who had previously completed a distance component of their course were surveyed using an online questionnaire. A subgroup of this population also contributed to focus group discussions. Findings from an analysis of the combined data gathered from the online questionnaire and the focus groups were used to inform the institution’s professional development (PD) program that supports lecturers to design and teach online courses. Results of the study are outlined in terms of distance students’ perceptions about the institution’s distance education program, specifically in relation to course structure, interaction and communication, presentation of materials, use of media and design consistency. The paper concludes with recommendations for addressing the weaknesses of online learning programs including both curriculum design and PD strategies.

Perception of young Arequipa university students on the last mile delivery service

El objetivo del presente artículo es analizar las percepciones, preferencias y expectativas de los clientes en Arequipa con respecto a la entrega de productos en la etapa final de la cadena de suministros, conocida como “la última milla”. Para este fin, se realizó un estudio empírico en el que la muestra utilizada para el análisis consistió en 385 jóvenes (de 18 a 25 años) y se utilizó un cuestionario estructurado con 10 ítems y una escala Likert de 5 puntos. Se aplicó el Coeficiente de Alpha de Cronbach (0,890) y se desarrolló un baremo de interpretación para facilitar el análisis de las respuestas obtenidas. Los resultados destacan la importancia de aspectos clave como la seguridad, confiabilidad, capacidad de respuesta y empatía durante el proceso de entrega. En consecuencia, se concluye que mejorar la confiabilidad y empatía en la entrega es esencial para el éxito del comercio electrónico y la fidelización del cliente.

Perceptions of Animal Welfare on Livestock: Evidence from College Agronomy Students in Costa Rica.

Ethical considerations regarding our treatment of animals have gained strength, leading to legislation and a societal focus across various disciplines. This is a subject of study within curricula related to agri-food sciences. The aim was to determine the perceptions of agronomy university students concerning animal welfare in livestock production systems. A survey was conducted to encompass various aspects, from participants' sociodemographic attributes to their attitudes and behaviors regarding animal welfare and the consumption of animal products. Statistical analysis, performed using R software, delved into the associations between participants' characteristics and their perspectives on the ethical, bioethical, and legal dimensions of animal welfare. Associations between demographic factors and ethical viewpoints among students were identified. Gender differences emerged in animal treatment perceptions, while rural and urban environments impacted perspectives on various animals. Bioethical considerations revealed distinctive disparities based on gender and education in concerns regarding animal welfare, value perceptions, evaluations of animal behaviors, and opinions on animal research. It is crucial to distinguish between animal welfare and the ethical considerations arising from coexisting with sentient beings capable of experiencing suffering. Ethical theories provide a lens through which we perceive our obligations toward animals. The responsibility to ensure animal welfare is firmly rooted in recognizing that animals, like humans, experience pain and physical suffering. Consequently, actions causing unjustified suffering or mistreatment, particularly for entertainment purposes, are considered morally unacceptable.

Understanding college success through the lens of first-generation students in China: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

BackgroundFirst-generation college students face unique challenges in navigating the higher education system, and understanding their perceptions of college success is crucial for providing appropriate support. ObjectiveThis qualitative study aimed to explore the perceptions of 15 first-generation college students regarding college success and to identify the factors they consider important for achieving success in college. MethodSemi-structured interviews were conducted with the participants, and the data were analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. ResultsThis study explores the varied perceptions of success among first-generation college students (FGCS) through five themes: Academic Achievement, Personal Development, Personal Well-being, Personal Fulfillment, and Career Success. ConclusionThis study provides valuable insights into the perceptions of first-generation college students regarding college success. The identified themes shed light on the multifaceted nature of success in higher education. These findings have implications for supporting first-generation college students and developing targeted interventions to enhance their overall success and well-being.

Utilisation of the health belief model to study the behavioural intentions relating to obesity management among university students: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundOverweight and obesity are excessive fat accumulations linked with many health problems, including heart diseases, type 2 diabetes and cancer. Multiple studies have demonstrated that beliefs about overweight, obesity and...

Higher Education Student Experiences of Blended Learning: Unpacking Responsive, Supportive and Flexible Learning Design

Australian higher education has changed significantly with student cohorts that are increasingly economically and geographically diverse. Online and blended learning delivery has become more prevalent in response. This research reports on data collected to gain an insight into the perceptions of final year Bachelor of Education students during the implementation of a responsive model of blended learning. Analysis of data identified personalised assistance at the point of need, flexibility and choice, scaffolding assessment tasks, and communication and organisation best supported student learning. This study contributes to research on blended learning design and university student perceptions of a supportive learning environment.

Health risk perception and exercise intention of college students: a moderated mediation model of health anxiety and lay theories of health.

Health risk perception is an important predictor of health-protective behaviors according to the health belief model. However, the underlying mechanism connecting health risk perception and exercise behaviors is not well understood. The current study investigates how health risk perception predicts college students' exercise intention in the post-pandemic era in China and analyzes the mediating effect of health anxiety and the moderating effect of lay theories of health. This cross-sectional study adopted convenience sampling and recruited 767 students from a province in central China. The Health Risk Perception Scale, Health Anxiety Scale, Lay Theories of Health Scale, and the Chinese version of the Exercise Intention Scale were used to measure the levels of health risk perception, health anxiety, implicit health theory, and exercise intention, respectively. The results of the moderated mediation model indicated that the health risk perception of college students significantly and positively affected exercise intention (β = 0.110, t = 2.852, p < 0.01). Meanwhile, the indirect effect of health anxiety on the relationship between health risk perception and exercise intention was significant. Furthermore, lay theories of health buffered the association between health anxiety and exercise intention, according to the moderated mediation analysis (β = 0.068, t = 2.067, p < 0.05). For college students holding incremental health theory, the influence of health anxiety on exercise intention was positively and statistically significant. The health risk perception of college students can lead to health anxiety, which can positively affect their exercise intention. In addition, lay theories of health can moderate the effect of health anxiety on exercise intention. The results have practical implications for developing effective, applicable, and scalable interventions to promote physical exercise by reducing the level of entity theory of health or increasing the level of incremental theory.

MZ세대 대학생들의 스트레스 대처방식에 대한 인식

Objectives The purpose of this study is to categorize how university students of the MZ generation cope with stress and analyze their characteristics. Methods Q methodology was used to confirm the subjective perception of MZ generation college students' stress response methods. At this time, the Q methodology aims to objectively measure human subjective aspects such as attitudes, beliefs, and values, and this methodology was used because in-depth opinions could be studied. Results Stress coping methods were categorized into five. The first type is a ‘considerate type’ that finds the cause of stress and carefully analyzes it to relieve stress. The second type is a ‘lone type’ who takes time alone to avoid people and tries to solve it. The third type is a ‘dependent type’ that tries to relieve stress with the people around him. The fourth type is an ‘immersive type’ that creates a new situation and copes with stress situations while immersed in other things. The fifth type is a ‘propulsion type’ that focuses on solving problems, not identifying problems. Conclusions First, it is necessary to connect various programs inside and outside the school to relieve stress for MZ generation college students who fall under the ‘considerate type’. Second, the ‘lone type’ first needs a program that helps them develop self-esteem, self-resilience, and self-efficacy. Third, rather than introducing a specific program, the ‘dependent type’ needs to provide an environment where they can communicate and interact smoothly with people around them. Fourth, since ‘immersive’ college students are the type to immerse themselves in hobbies or sports activities, it is necessary to provide conditions for various hobbies and sports activities. Fifth, ‘promoting’ college students should be provided with all possible information, activities, and programs to relieve stress to create conditions for them to promote themselves.