Student Communication Research Articles

Enhanced student attendance and communication in educational management systems

Enhanced student attendance and communication in educational management systems

SWOT Analysis for Strategy Building to improve Learning Outcomes of Prescription Communication in Medical Students

Introduction: Despite being a certifiable competency, students find it difficult to learn communication skills effectively. Learner initiated individualized strategies can be developed by students by making utmost use of strengths and opportunities while minimizing the weaknesses and threats. Application of SWOT analysis (strength, weakness, opportunities and threats analysis) by students for establishing learning strategies could be evaluated for its effectiveness in improving learning outcomes. Methods: After seeking IEC approval, baseline formative assessment for prescription communication was conducted. Participants were briefed about SWOT and were helped with plotting SWOT tables and building individual strategies. After one month, second formative assessment was conducted. Outcomes of two assessments were compared. Students’ perception of utility of SWOT analysis was assessed by scoring on a 6 point likert scale. Results: 83 participants who consented to participate in the study and present for all 4 sessions conducted were enrolled. There was a significant improvement in post test scores from mean of 5 (1.02 SD) to 7 (0.4 SD). 98% of students scored a 3 or more on likert scale indicated a positive perception of utility of SWOT analysis based strategies in improving learning outcomes. Discussion: Educational research studies based on SWOT analysis has been used for situational analysis as well as to develop strategic countermeasures in medical education but not for leverage of learning outcomes. Conclusion: SWOT analysis for strategy building to improve learning outcomes of prescription communication in medical students is effective as well as perceived as an important tool by students.

Enhancing Algorithmic Literacy: Experimental Study on Communication Students’ Awareness of Algorithm-Driven News

This article addresses the need for algorithmic literacy in the field of journalism and media education. Amid the escalating complexity of disinformation in the media landscape, the aim is to enhance users’ awareness and understanding of algorithm-driven content. Through focused research on communication students, the study investigates attitudes, beliefs and knowledge relating to the influence of algorithmic systems on news consumption. Existing scholarship is surveyed to establish the evolving nature of algorithmic literacy, ranging from optimizing search engines to countering misconceptions among digital natives. The relevance of digital information dissemination theories such as incidental consumption, news-finds-me perception, echo chambers and filter bubbles is highlighted in understanding algorithm-driven news selection. Methodologically, two focus groups of communication students from universities in Spain and the United States engage in discussions on critical consumption attitudes, algorithmic beliefs and knowledge. The outcomes reveal the students’ skepticism towards algorithmic news selection and their awareness of emotional triggers shaping news dissemination. Notably, they differentiate between valuable news and trends influenced by algorithms. Conclusions underscore the significance of the “WITH” (Why-Is-This-Here) perception as an indicator of critical consumption and the need for algorithmic literacy. The insights of communication students contribute to algorithmic systems, and their familiarity varies, yet they recognize the impact on news consumption. This study advocates for algorithmic literacy to empower citizens for responsible news consumption and journalism.

Web-Based Academic Platform for Optimizing Student Database Management and Communication

This paper explores the design and launch of an online system intended to optimize student database management and facilitate efficient communication within an academic institution. The developed platform transitions from a conventional manual approach to an optimized digital process, utilizing contemporary web technologies to enhance scalability, security, and operational efficiency. This system allows administrators to manage student records efficiently and enables timely communication with students through various channels like email and SMS.

Research on the Integration Path of Primary School Chinese Language Big Unit Teaching and Interdisciplinary Integration Towards 21st Century Skills

With the development of society and educational progress, the cultivation of 21st-century skills is increasingly valued in primary education. This study aims to explore the pathways for integrating 21st-century skills into large unit teaching of primary Chinese language education and interdisciplinary integration. Through in-depth analysis of 21st-century skills and combining the concept of large unit education, this study has designed a teaching model for integrating 21st-century skills into large unit teaching of primary Chinese language education and interdisciplinary integration. Through in-depth investigation and analysis of practical cases, this study finds that this integration pathway can effectively enhance students critical thinking, creativity, cooperation, and communication skills. This study employs methods such as literature review, case studies, and action research, not only providing primary Chinese language teachers with a set of practical teaching strategies but also offering educational policymakers references for reforming primary Chinese language teaching, aiming to change their fear of large unit teaching, stimulate their enthusiasm for teaching research, encourage them to boldly explore and actively practice.

Effects of empathy mapping and mini-simulation on second-year nursing students’ empathy and communication self-confidence: a quasi-experimental study

BackgroundEmpathy and communication are critical abilities for nursing students, and in recent years, scenario-based teaching has played a crucial role in fostering empathy and professional skill development. However, novice nursing students in basic nursing education often lack prior experience in patient communication, making it challenging for them to prepare adequately for scenarios and effectively handle difficulties in real-life situations. This deficiency also hampers participants’ or observers’ ability to engage in deep reflection, feedback, and learning. Consequently, students frequently experience anxiety in patient communication, and the effectiveness of empathy building remains limited. The aim of the study was to use empathy mapping and mini-simulation in learning to enhance nursing students’ empathy and self-confidence in communication.MethodsA prospective quasi-experimental research design was employed, targeting second-year students in the four-year nursing program at our institution, specifically in the Basic Nursing and Experimentation II class. The students were randomly divided into two groups: an experimental group and a control group, with a total of 98 students (52 in the experimental group and 46 in the control group). The experimental group received instruction using empathic communication digital materials and engaged in empathy mapping exercises, while the control group underwent conventional scenario-based teaching. Pre-test and post-test data were collected from both groups.ResultsA total of 98 students participated in the study, with 46 students in the control group and 52 students in the experimental group. The average age of the participants was 19.19 ± 0.53 years, with a predominance of females (82.7%). At the end of the semester, there was no significant difference in the average empathy levels between the two groups. However, the communication confidence levels of students in the control group (40.20 ± 6.54) were significantly lower than those in the experimental group (43.88 ± 6.35) (P = 0.006).ConclusionsThis teaching approach facilitated deeper and broader student learning, enhancing both empathy and communication confidence. The teaching materials developed in this study can be employed in future courses to teach empathy and patient communication effectively.

Analysis Of Biology Problems In Grade X Science Textbooks Based On Bloom's Taxonomy On Anderson's Revision And Communication Skills

Study This analyze problem biology in class X science book based on Anderson's revised Bloom's Taxonomy and skills communication students. Challenges learning the 21st century demands development think critical and communication, but majority question in book text Still focuses on Lower Order Thinking Skills (LOTS). Research aiming evaluate conformity question with dimensions cognitive Bloom's Taxonomy and identifying support to skills communication. Research This use approach quantitative descriptive with analyze question in book text based on LOTS and Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) categories, as well as supporting elements? communication scientific. Research result show that 66.32% of the questions in virus chapter and 72.29% of questions in chapter diversity creature life is at in LOTS category, with domination level cognitive remembering (C1) and understanding (C2). The proportion of HOTS, such as analysis (C4) and creation (C6), very low, indicating limitations in facilitate think critical. Support to skills communication is also minimal, limited to discussion simple without strengthening presentation or debate. Study This highlight the need improvement amount question HOTS based and enrichment element communication in book text For support learning holistic. Findings This give implications important for development more teaching materials balanced and relevant with demands Independent Curriculum. Books text expected can push student For think critical, creative, and communicative, supporting scientific literacy in the era of modern learning.

Self-Esteem and Family Communication as Predictors of Satisfaction with Studies in University Students from the Southern Region of Peru

Family and personal factors play an essential role in the satisfaction with the studies of university students. In this sense, the objective of this research was to determine if self-esteem and family communication predict satisfaction with studies in university students from the Puno Region, Peru. The methodology consisted of a cross-sectional and predictive design; 538 Peruvian university students of both sexes participated (69.1% men and 30.09% women) in 2022, whose ages ranged between 17 and 37 years (M = 20.43 and SD = 3.22). The instruments used were the Rosenberg self-esteem scale, the Olson Family Communication Scale (FCS), and the Merino Satisfaction Scale with the study. The results show that the proposed model had a good fit (X2 = 582.26, df = 224, p < .001, TLI = 941, CFI = .948, RMSEA = .055, RMR = .041), evidencing that self-esteem and family communication significantly predict (p < .001) satisfaction with the studies. In the discussion it is observed that self-esteem and family communication are significant predictors of satisfaction with studies in university students. Therefore, strategies to improve satisfaction with studies should be aimed at improving the self-esteem and communication of university students.

The effect of comics and Interprofessional community dialogue on health humanities, empathy, and communication among healthcare students.

Healthcare providers' health humanities, empathy, and communication effectiveness positively correlate with care recipient outcomes. These abilities can be enhanced by teaching design courses. In particular, comics and community dialogues are suitable for cultivating professional students' abilities. However, this method has not yet been used in studies involving healthcare professional students. This study develops a Comics and Interprofessional Community Dialogue (CICD) action programme for healthcare professional students to be used during emotion management courses and to evaluate the effects of this programme on changes in students' health humanities competence, empathy, and communication effectiveness. An additional aim is to determine the predictors of effective communication. A single-group longitudinal study is conducted with professional healthcare students recruited from a medical university. The students completed three questionnaires: the Health Humanities Competence Scale, the Jefferson Scale of Empathy, and the Communication Effectiveness Profile at the beginning of the semester (Time 1), mid-semester (Time 2), and the end of the semester (Time 3). Changes in the scores for each questionnaire are analysed using generalised estimation models. The study's findings show that at Time 3, communication effectiveness is significantly higher than at Times 1 and 2 and is positively related to empathy and health humanities competence. These results indicate that a CICD action programme improves healthcare professional students' communication effectiveness and that students' empathy and health humanities affect their communication competence. Health humanities competence and empathy are enhanced with a CICD, which helps healthcare professional students improve their communication effectiveness. Furthermore, the semester period, empathy, and health humanities competencies are predictors of healthcare professional students' communication effectiveness competencies.

The Competitive Edge of Hong Kong Universities: Distinct Features and Advantages of Studying in Hong Kong

Along with the trend of education globalization, more and more students choose to study abroad. This paper discusses and explores the competitive advantages of studying in Hong Kong, particularly for Chinese students. With its globally recognized universities such as the University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, the region offers a high-quality, internationalized educational experience that facilitates adaptation for Mainland students. The mutual recognition of Hong Kong degrees fosters academic collaboration with mainland China, while English as the primary language of instruction enhances students communication skills and employability in multinational corporations. The paper highlights Hong Kong's robust academic environment, characterized by distinguished faculty and advanced facilities, as well as diverse post-graduation pathways, including students opportunities for further study, employment in Hong Kong, and career development in Mainland China. Ultimately, studying in Hong Kong not only enriches students' cross-cultural educational experiences but also equips them with valuable perspectives and networks essential for their future careers, which can be beneficial throughout their whole lives

Gambaran Praktik Public Speaking Santri Madrasah Aliyah Ma’had Al-Zaytun Tahun 2024

Public speaking is an essential skill that every individual, especially Madrasah Aliyah students, must master to prepare for societal challenges. This skill not only supports the ability to convey information effectively but also plays a crucial role in building self-confidence, enhancing communication competencies, and preparing students to contribute to community life. At MA Ma'had Al-Zaytun, public speaking is an integral part of the curriculum aimed at equipping students with skills relevant to real-world demands. This study aims to identify effective strategies to improve the public speaking skills of students at MA Ma’had Al-Zaytun by analyzing the factors influencing these skills within the context of pesantren education. The research adopts a qualitative approach, utilizing data collection techniques such as in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings indicate that the public speaking program, through activities such as muhadhorah, significantly contributes to enhancing students' confidence and communication abilities. However, challenges such as nervousness and lack of preparation remain issues to be addressed. These findings provide important implications for the development of more effective and adaptive public speaking training programs in pesantren and other educational institutions.

Promotion of Student Success and Positive Chemistry Course Perception through Frequent Metacognitive Reporting.

Explicit metacognitive interventions in undergraduate chemistry courses have been shown to improve student outcomes. Less studied have been the outcomes of students who implicitly and frequently practice metacognition and the resultant effects on the student-instructor relationship. In this project set within a large enrollment introductory chemistry course, we elevated student voice and enhanced student-instructor communication through weekly metacognitive reporting to study the characteristics of reporting students and their perceptions of the effects of metacognitive reporting. Data on course success and gender of reporting relative to non-reporting students were quantitatively analyzed using standard statistical techniques. Inductive thematic coding was used to qualitatively assess student responses to open-ended post-survey questions on perceived value of metacognitive reporting. Reporting students finished the semester with a final course grade point average 0.64 points higher than non-reporting students. In addition, reporting students were more successful (more ABC grades) than non-reporting students though small effect sizes and lack of directional causality limit data interpretation. However, female students tended to engage in reporting at a higher rate than did male students. Metacognitive reporting helped to establish a more positive and productive student-instructor relationship via enhanced student communication (i.e., student voice) that informed just-in-time teaching modifications. Students indicated that the metacognitive reporting assisted them in focusing their studies on more challenging topics and in modifying their study habits. In addition, students recognized that their instructors were reading and responding to the reports, which improved overall student-instructor interactions and their view of the instructor as beneficent. Based on these findings, it is recommended that instructors create frequent, low-stakes assignments built into the course structure to support their students' implicit use of metacognition with the broad goal of growing metacognitive strategies over time.

Student communications: a review of current practices and scoping a new vision

ABSTRACT Student communications has developed as a professional field in universities in recent decades, as universities seek to more strategically engage diverse student populations with ever-changing expectations and needs. Whilst most universities now have some form of function or resourcing dedicated to considering how to best communicate with current students, there is minimal research exploring the priorities of these functions. This article takes a narrative review of practice approach, critiquing and highlighting the student communications practices of 17 universities around the world. The review thematically grouped the efforts of these institutions, finding that the main activities of student communications functions are: (1) implementing structures, strategic frameworks and policies (2) creation of campaigns to build campus pride and belonging (3) development of channels to better inform students about support and opportunities (4) evaluate students’ engagement, satisfaction and trust with their institution. Following the review of current practice, this article identifies gaps that should be addressed to enhance student communications functions, as well as principles that student communicators should adopt to gain legitimacy in their work.

Menganalisis Interpretasi Putus Cinta Mahasiswa Marketing Communication BINUS LE51 melalui Percakapan di WhatsApp

This journal aims to understand how Marketing Communication students from Binus LE51 interpret the experience of a breakup through conversations on the WhatsApp application. Using a qualitative descriptive method with a hermeneutic interpretation approach, the research analyzes conversation content from five students who voluntarily shared their breakup experiences. The study also found that the emotional recovery time after a breakup varies, depending on the closeness of the previous relationship and the support from friends. The study suggests the importance of further exploring the role of social media in emotional recovery processes among students, particularly within the increasingly interconnected digital environment. The end of a romantic relationship significantly impacts students' mental health and academic performance. Through a qualitative approach, the study reveals that breakups often trigger negative emotions such as sadness, anxiety, and stress. These emotions lead to decreased concentration, reduced quality of assignments, and poor academic performance.

Gamification and Inclusion: A Systematic Review on the Use of Gamified Technologies in Deaf Education

This research analyzed 13 recent studies on the use of digital technologies in the education of deaf students. The objective was to understand these tools’ impact on this group’s inclusion and learning. The results indicate that Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), such as games and online platforms, have effectively improved the communication, engagement, and academic performance of deaf students. The review identified several promising tools and pedagogical strategies but also highlighted the need for more research in different contexts. The conclusions reinforce the importance of ICTs as a valuable resource for inclusive deaf education, offering recommendations for future research and pedagogical practices.

Assessing Validity and Reliability of Muslim Student’ Interpersonal Communication Scale: A Rasch Model Study

Developing a scale of interpersonal communication for Muslim students in Indonesia is very important because of the unique cultural and religious context that these students live in. Effective interpersonal communication is essential to fostering a supportive educational environment, improving peer relationships, and improving students' overall well-being. Currently there are no published research findings that specifically discuss measuring interpersonal communication among Muslim students in Indonesia. Therefore, this research aims to develop a valid and reliable Muslim Student Interpersonal Communication Scale (MSICS). MSICS was developed based on five aspects: openness, empathy, supportiveness, positivity, and equality. Content validity was assessed by two psychometric experts, and the results were analyzed using an inter-rater agreement model. Construct validity involved 432 Muslim junior high school students in Yogyakarta City, Indonesia, and the data was analyzed using the Rasch model. The results of the interrater agreement model analysis show that there is agreement between two psychometric experts regarding the acceptability of the statement items in the MSICS. Furthermore, the Rasch model analysis shows that the MSICS appears as a valid and reliable instrument for assessing the level of interpersonal communication among Muslim students in junior high schools in Indonesia with a variance explained by measures value of 26,7% (>20%), which means good enough to describe the measured data, and the reliability value is 0,91, which means very good. The results of this research can be used by counselors or guidance and counseling teachers to use MSICS as an instrument to measure Muslim students' interpersonal communication.

Exploring the Communication Experiences of Hearing-Impaired College Students

Objectives: The studies on hearing-impaired college students in Korea tend to focus on sign language and deaf culture, however studies exploring the communication experiences or communication strategies of students who communicate using spoken language are limited. Therefore, this study aimed to deeply understand their communication experiences and obtain practical information for improving communication services by exploring the meaning and essence of the communication experiences of hearing-impaired college students who use spoken language. Methods: Individual in-depth interviews were conducted with six hearing-impaired college students, and data was organized and analyzed using the Colaizzi phenomenological methodology. The statements extracted during the categorization process were continuously compared, and the analysis and interpretation were repeated, following a cyclical flow of qualitative research. Results: 13 subthemes and 4 themes were categorized into ‘Limitations in communication accessibility’, ‘Positive communication experiences’, ‘Communication characteristics: Loose connection’, and ‘Communication recovery strategies’. And the final category was ‘Communication experiences: Continuation of ceaseless efforts’. Conclusion: The hearing-impaired college students who participated in this study experienced limitations in environmental and physical communication accessibility. Nevertheless, it was confirmed that they positively overcame the communication difficulties caused by hearing impairment through continuous efforts and social communication supports. Based on the results of this study, important factors to consider for smooth communication of hearing-impaired college students and future services were discussed.

Improving Socio-Emotional Competence of Grade IV Elementary School Students by Implementing Traditional Games in Learning

Background: Social-emotional competence is important in fostering children's development, because it can help children to solve problems, increase prosocial behavior, build good relationships, and adapt to increasingly large and complex demands. Aim: This research aims to improve the social emotional competence of students in class 4 of SD Negeri Kutowinangun Salatiga with social emotional learning. Method: The type of research used is Classroom Action Research. The subjects of this research were all 22 Keas IV students at SD Negeri Kutowinangun Salatiga for the 2023/2024 academic year. Result and Discussions: The research results showed a significant increase in students' social emotional competence and activeness. At the pre-cycle stage, many students are less active and unable to control their emotions well. However, through traditional implementation, there was an increase in the average score in both social emotional competence and student activity. Cycle 1 shows an increase from the very poor category to poor, while cycle 2 shows a further increase to the good category. Traditional games have proven effective in improving students' social interaction, cooperation and communication skills. Conclusions: This research shows that traditional games can be a fun and effective learning tool, helping students develop various competencies and control emotions in a relaxed and interactive atmosphere. Therefore, the research was stopped in cycle 2 because it had achieved the expected results.

The Influence of Technology and Social Media on Student Character Building

The development of information technology can have a major impact in various aspects of life, including education. Technology can have a positive impact, such as easy access to teaching materials and online learning if used properly. However, inappropriate use of technology can have a negative impact on students' attitudes, ethics and character. This study aims to analyze the influence of technology and social media use on student character building using the literature review method. Based on the results of the research, it is found that technology and social media have a negative influence on students' morals, communication and responsibility, so in this case education has an important role to manage the negative impacts that arise with moral education, habituation and exemplary.

Challenges in developing productive skills in English: learners’ insights

Academic writing and speaking are important skills that English major students must acquire during their four years of study. However, they face significant challenges. The aim of this research is to identify the main challenges in productive skills faced by students majoring in English at the Technical University of Cotopaxi from the fifth to the eighth semester. This research used a quantitative approach and with a descriptive statistical methodology. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire that consisted of 4 sections: demographic data, students' perceptions of academic speaking and writing, challenges of academic writing, covering language, structure, and content. Lastly, academic speaking, covering speech clarity and voice quality, language correctness, and audience interaction. The population of this study were 46 students from fifth to eighth semester of the English major. The data were analyzed using SPSS and Excel statistic programs. The results of this research showed that in academic writing and speaking the challenges that students have are in terms of language, clarity of speech and voice quality. In addition, an interconnection was found between the content of academic writing, and speech clarity and voice quality, language correctness and interaction with the audience. In conclusion, this research identified challenges in academic writing (content, structure, and language use) and academic speaking (clarity of speech and voice quality, language correctness and audience interaction). These challenges highlight the crucial role of clear communication in students’ learning process