University Research Articles

Thoughts and Exploration on the Cultivation of Health Management Talents

In order to meet the needs of the rapid development of the domestic health management industry, many domestic colleges and universities have gradually carried out the training of health management professionals. This paper analyzes the current situation of the training and development of health management personnel at home and abroad, and points out the shortcomings of the current training of construction management professionals. Combined with the practice, it puts forward a new concept of building a health management college in a comprehensive university, a new concept of practical education for health management courses, and a new concept of a multi-level professional and skill education model for health management. Through the exploration of health management education models in comprehensive universities, it provides human resources guarantee services for the development of health management disciplines and science and technology in China, and also promotes the construction of my countrys health management education and training system.

Impact of systematic dynamic maneuvers during computed tomography scan on the T classification of head and neck cancers

ObjectivesTo evaluate the impact of systematic dynamic maneuvers during CT scan on the T-staging of head and neck cancer (HNC). Materials and methodsCT scans from the initial workup of 443 consecutive patients treated for HNC in our institution were retrospectively analyzed. CT scans were performed in both expert centers (comprehensive cancer center and university hospital) and non-expert centers. We noted whether dynamic maneuvers (DM) were performed, in 3 categories, namely: DM not done (DMND), done and inadequate (DMDI), done and adequate (DMDA). In the group with DMDA, T-stage was evaluated without and with DM. Interobserver agreement for T staging was assessed after independent double reading of CT scans with and without DM by two radiologists in a random sample. ResultsAmong the 443 CT scans, DMND was observed in 36.3%, DMDI in 9.3% and DMDA in 54.4%. DMDA were significantly more frequent in expert than in non-expert centers (93.4 vs 6.6%, p < 0.001). In CT scans with DMDA, analysis of the 141 scans rated as T1, T2, T3, or T4 without DM showed agreement of 88.7% with scans with DM, corresponding to a reclassification rate of 11.3% (kappa = 0.85, 95%CI [0.78;0.92]). Among lesions initially classed as Tx without DM (N = 100), the reclassification rate was 76% including DM. ConclusionThe performance of systematic DM integrated into CT protocols is useful to reclassify the T stage in HNC and is essential in case of lesions initially classified as Tx without DM. DM should be performed routinely in expert and nonexpert centers.

Beyond emergency remote teaching: did the pandemic lead to lasting change in university courses?

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted traditional methods of teaching and learning within higher education. But what remained when the pandemic passed? While the majority of the literature explores the shifts during the pandemic, with much speculation about post-pandemic futures, a clear understanding of lasting implications remains elusive. To illuminate this knowledge gap, our study contrasts pedagogical practices in matched courses from the pre-pandemic year (2019) to the post-pandemic phase (2022/2023). We also investigate the factors influencing these changes and the perceptions of academics on these shifts. Data were gathered from academics in a large comprehensive Australian university of varying disciplines through a mixed-methods approach, collecting 67 survey responses and conducting 21 interviews. Findings indicate a notable increase in online learning activities, authentic and scaffolded assessments, and online unsupervised exams post-pandemic. These changes were primarily driven by university-guided adaptations, time and workload pressures, continued COVID-19 challenges, local leadership, an individual desire to innovate, and concerns about academic integrity. While most changes were seen as favourable by academics, perceptions were less positive concerning online examinations. These findings illuminate the enduring effects of the pandemic on higher education, suggesting longer-term implications than previous studies conducted during the acute phase of the pandemic.

Development of PBL on technopreneur education to encourage faster technology commercialization

PurposeThis research aims to assess and compare project-based learning (PBL) designs to deliver technopreneur in higher education, as a case student of the Industrial Engineering Department. So, it can facilitate students who play a role in facilitating the process of technological transformation so the student knows well how to solve the problem of commercialization.Design/methodology/approachUndergraduate students of Industrial Engineering teams were given hands-on, collaborative projects conducted with two incubation centers, such as the Technology Incubator Center from the Agency for the Assessment and Application of Technology (AAAT) from the government of Indonesia and the Centre of Excellence for Electrical Energy Storage Technology (CEfEEST) from Sebelas Maret University (UNS), Indonesia. After completing the project, students will develop a final project which will become the basis for evaluating the implementation of PBL. The basis for the assessment uses a rubric designed through three sub-assessments: curriculum planning, report and presentation. This research uses the paired t-test method to see the average difference between the two groups of PBL in pairs and compare based on assessment results.FindingsImplementing PBL between the two incubation centers (AAAT and CEfEEST) based on paired t-tests for each rubric assessment indicator showed most of them were significantly related. The assessment result gives the alternative to design the proposed PBL from AAAT, CEfEEST and a blended scenario for technopreneur education in the future.Practical implicationsThe experiences and findings presented can help future PBLs provide technopreneur education based on comparing and evaluating learning outcomes in both incubation centers. Thus, it can produce a better PBL design to encourage the success of technology commercialization.Originality/valueThe assessment of PBL on students' knowledge in technopreneur education by utilizing the paired t-test method to compare the assessment results of the final projects with the designed assessment rubric. This evaluation serves as the basis for comparing the effectiveness of PBL implementation between AAAT and CEfEEST.

Readiness of UT Students in Supporting the Acceleration of SDGs Amid the Challenges of an Economic Recession

This study aims to investigate the readiness of Human Resources (HR) of Open University (UT) students in supporting the acceleration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) amidst the challenges of an economic recession. The research methodology involves surveys and data analysis to evaluate students' understanding, views and knowledge of the role of HR in achieving the 2025 SDGs during a period of economic recession. The research results show that the majority of students have a diverse understanding of the concept of HR in the context of an economic recession and support investment in HR development. However, obstacles to access to the technology needed to support HR understanding were also identified. This research makes a new contribution by exploring the readiness of UT student human resources which was poorly understood in the previous literature. In conclusion, efforts to maximize the potential of UT students in supporting the SDGs in facing an economic recession require improved education, training, collaboration and greater technological support. These findings highlight the need for the role of higher education in preparing young people to contribute to sustainable development and overcome global economic challenges.

Intention of Psychological Counseling, Attitude Toward Seeking Psychological Help, and Shame Among Vocational College Students: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

The aim of this study was to explore the psychological counseling intention of college students, the attitude of seeking psychological help, and the related factors of shame so as to promote the psychological health of college students. In 4 comprehensive colleges with sound psychological counseling centers, students of different grades were selected and divided into an active help-seeking group (n = 216) and a help-refusal group (n = 270). Students' shame behaviors were evaluated using the Self-Stigma of Seeking Help (SSOSH) scale and Self-Stigma Scale (SSS). The intention of psychological counseling was measured by the General Help-Seeking Questionnaire. The Inventory of Attitudes Toward Seeking Mental Health Services was used to evaluate the psychological status. Data from the above scales were compared through the t-test. Additionally, multiple linear regression analysis was performed to explore the impact of shame on the intention of psychological counseling. The study found that the active help-seeking group scored lower on SSOSH scale compared to those in the help-refusal group (total score: 41.2 ± 9.1 vs. 37.9 ± 8.7, P = .0017). Meanwhile, the help-refusal group had higher scores on the shame dimension of the SSS (16.2 ± 3.9 vs. 5.3 ± 1.1, P = .00085). After adjusting for age, gender, and other variables, multiple linear regression analysis indicated a negative correlation between shame and intention of psychological help and counseling, revealing a significant impact of shame on professional psychological counseling (P < .05). Our study findings suggest that shame has a negative impact on the intention of seeking psychological help and counseling among college students, highlighting the importance of addressing shame-related factors to promote psychological health and encourage the utilization of professional psychological counseling services.

Visual Analysis on the Research of Color-based Image Retrieval

This study retrieved relevant literature on color-based image retrieval in the Web of Science core database, and used bibliometrics and CiteSpace 6.1.R2 software to visually analyze the authors, institutions, and keywords of literature published in this field from 2005 to 2023. This study summarized the current status and development trend of color-based image retrieval and combined information extraction to select and include 716 articles for analysis. The results showed that: (1) In the last 20 years, the number of publications in this field has gone through a slow budding phase, a fluctuating growth phase, and an explosive growth phase; research in this area has been highly active in recent three years. (2) The authors of this field have a relatively even distribution of publications and some authors have formed close collaborative groups. (3) The research institutions mainly include research institutes and comprehensive universities, which have close collaborations with each other. (4) Co-occurrence and clustering analysis of keywords showed that research in this field is mainly focused on the main paths, research methods, and technological tools of color-based image retrieval, as well as key objects and potential influencing factors in the technological process. (5) Emerging keywords analysis predicted that more precise color description and extraction technology will be the focus of future research. In conclusion, color-based image retrieval is still in a hot research and technology explosion phase, and cooperation between countries, institutions, and authors should be strengthened to conduct more in-depth research.

A SENTIMENT ANALYSIS MODEL FOR ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAM SIGNALS OF STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITIES USING A CONVOLUTIONAL NEURAL NETWORK AND SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE MODELS

Sentiment analysis in teaching evaluation has significant implications. By analyzing students’ sentiments toward instructors, educational institutions can gain valuable insights into teaching effectiveness. These data can guide curriculum development, instructional improvements, and faculty training initiatives. Positive sentiment indicates effective teaching methods, engagement, and student satisfaction; negative sentiment flags areas that need attention. Sentiment analysis can help identify patterns, trends, and outliers, aiding in targeted interventions and personalized support. It also enables comparisons across different courses, instructors, and departments. However, it is crucial to ensure the accuracy and fairness of sentiment analysis algorithms, considering potential biases and the contextual nature of the feedback. This study proposes a sentiment classification model CNN–SVM that combines a convolutional neural network (CNN) and a support vector machine (SVM). Taking students majoring in art in comprehensive colleges and universities as the research object, by collecting the electroencephalogram (EEG) signals of students during teaching evaluation. CNN–SVM is used as the emotional analysis model to obtain the emotional analysis of teaching evaluation results. EEG is a typical physiological signal, and data based on this signal can more truly reflect student emotions. The adaptive CNN feature extraction function and the super generalization classification performance of SVM can reduce the individual differences and data noise between data, thereby improving sentiment classification performance. The experimental results demonstrate that using technology to analyze sentiment can assist educational institutions in more properly comprehending the feedback and opinions of students on instruction. With regard to sentiment analysis, the CNN–SVM method that is derived to produce the fusion algorithm has solid performance.

Efficiency analysis of Chinese universities with shared inputs: An aggregated two-stage network DEA approach

Evaluating the resource utilization efficiency of a country's universities is a prerequisite for implementing a balanced development strategy. Universities often share some resources such as the teachers and fixed assets used for teaching and research. Data envelopment analysis (DEA), as a non-parametric method for performance evaluation of decision-making units (DMUs), has been used for measuring the operating efficiency of universities with shared inputs based on radial measures under multiplier DEA models. However, few existing studies consider non-radial measures and different perspectives of external and internal evaluations. From both external and internal perspectives, we propose aggregated two-stage DEA models to measure the efficiency scores of 52 Chinese universities in 2014. The main results indicate that: (1) both internal and external evaluations yield relatively high average operating efficiency, with around 53 % of universities being efficient. The allocation ratios of shared inputs for the same university differ according to the internal and external evaluations. (2) Heterogeneity analysis reveals that 985 universities are less efficient than non-985 universities, and comprehensive universities operate more efficiently than science and engineering universities. (3) There are efficiency differences between 985 and non-985 universities in the teaching stage. Science and engineering as well as comprehensive universities also differ in the teaching efficiency.

Real yields and PVSYST simulations: comparative analysis based on four photovoltaic installations at Ibn Tofail University

Abstract Since the PVSYST simulator is the most well-known software among researchers and PV experts, we chose to compare its results to those of the manual method. Thus, the objective of the article was to obtain the degree of similarity between the results of the PVSYST simulation and the manual calculation of the same parameters, based on the study of the photovoltaic systems of the University Ibn Tofail. Those installations are installed in the Faculty of Letters, Science, the Presidency and CFC. The later used in our study, have different parameters. Hence, to collect these parameters and their distinct data we used multiple sources. The datasheets of each components of the PV system contains the parameters that distinguish the devices therefore it was mandatory to look for that information, since it will facilitate our study. The meteorological database PVGIS, was our reference for the temperature and irradiation data. What’s more is the PVSYST software that helps in the simulation of the PV system and thus having a detailed report with massive information. All this collection of data was aiming to help us comparing the results of yields and other parameters by manual calculation versus simulation in PVSYST. Morocco has demonstrated a strong commitment to combat climate change by embracing renewable energy, particularly photovoltaic systems. In this pursuit, universities like Ibn Tofail University (UIT) play a crucial role in addressing climate challenges and developing research solutions for mitigation. UIT actively participates in projects related to environmental protection and sustainable development, contributing to Morocco’s growth and higher education advancement. As part of its efforts, UIT has been involved in implementing sustainable green projects and promoting renewable energy technologies. A specific study at UIT aimed to compare PVSYST simulation results with manual calculations for four PV systems on campus, considering parameters such as orientation, electrical installation, and panel types. The International Energy Agency (IEA) Photovoltaic Systems Program has established standards and a key concept, the yield factor, measuring the net energy production over a facility’s lifetime compared to the energy used for construction, operation, and supply. By evaluating the accuracy and efficiency of PVSYST, researchers sought to advance the use of PV systems and contribute to Morocco’s renewable energy goals. Such research not only aids in the progression of renewable energy technology but also aligns with Morocco’s vision for sustainable development and environmental protection.

Recenzió Fenyvesi Csaba–Herke Csongor–Tremmel Flórián (szerk.) Kriminalisztika című tankönyvéről

Although the prosecution of crimes dates back to the creation of the human society, the „science” of investigation in the modern sense, i.e. forensic science, appeared only in the 19th century, and the first comprehensive university textbook on forensic science was published in Hungary in 1965. In the 60 years since then, thanks to the explosion of scientific and technical knowledge, forensic science has undergone radical changes. Edited by Csaba Fenyvesi, Csongor Herke and Flórián Tremmel, the book on Forensic science provides a comprehensive introduction to the concepts of forensic science, the most important elements of criminal technique and criminal tactics. The book is a valuable contribution to the field of forensic science and provides a realistic picture of both the present and the possible future of forensic science. This book review discusses the importance of the book for forensic science, based on certain specific institutions of forensic science.

Place as creative partner: placemaking with a university arboretum

ABSTRACT Conventional educational research often sidelines the role of physical environments, viewing them merely as settings. This study challenges this notion by exploring the symbiotic relationship between a university theater group and an arboretum. Through empirical ethnographic analysis, we investigate creativity and placemaking, emphasizing collaborative dynamics between human and non-human elements. Our findings reveal how imaginative engagement and literacy practices forge new connections with the environment, enriching sensemaking. This highlights the potential of integrating literary practices with environmental interaction. By reconceptualizing place as both a creative partner and a learning facilitator, we advance placemaking theories and refine methodologies for research in place-based and more-than-human learning.

Online Learning Environments, Learners’ Empowerment, and Learning Behavioral Engagement: The Mediating Role of Learning Motivation

This study aimed to explore the influence of online learning environments on learners’ empowerment, learning behavioral engagement and learning motivation and examine the mediating role of learning motivation. A total of 398 (132 male and 266 female) students from a comprehensive university in China participated in questionnaire survey and reported on their perceived online learning environments, learners’ empowerment, learning behavioral engagement, and learning motivation. Results showed that online learning environments significantly and positively influenced learners’ empowerment, learning behavioral engagement, and learning motivation; learners’ empowerment is positively associated with learning behavioral engagement. Furthermore, learning motivation mediated the relation between online learning environments and learning behavioral engagement. These findings unraveled the associations of both the external factors (e.g., online learning environments) and the internal factors (e.g., learning motivation; learners’ empowerment) of affecting students’ online learning behavioral engagement, thereby contributing to our further understanding and exploration of the imperatives of the joint inherent and extrinsic driving mechanisms. This study highlighted the importance of constructing appropriate online learning environments in accelerating students’ learning behavioral engagement, and would suggest focusing on teachers’ conscientious behaviors of enhancing the awareness of online learning community and stimulating students’ learning motivation.

“I Thought It Was a Little Risky”: Transfer Barriers for Students with Scholarship Support

ABSTRACT A study of hidden risks, anxieties and barriers to STEM student transfer from community college to a large, comprehensive university is presented. This qualitative study employed a thematic analysis of student responses to a semi-structured interview that asked students about their hesitancy to transfer to a 4-year institution. Participants included students enrolled in a collaborative NSF-sponsored S-STEM scholarship project between three community colleges and a large public university (all in the same large metropolitan area). The project included elements that are well documented in the literature to encourage transfer. These include advising visits by university staff, clear articulation pathways, scholarship support to assist with costs, peer and near peer mentoring opportunities, and cohort-building activities between campuses and on each individual campus. Transfer rates in this group were higher, but still many students with declared interest in transferring did not transfer on time or at all. The authors identified numerous hidden risks and barriers to transfer, in addition to the well-known ones found in the literature. These include additional academic, financial, social, logistical and external/family related barriers. A theme common to many of these barriers was complex bureaucratic processes and events outside of student’s direct control. Many student comments highlighted the importance of in-person connections, mentoring and advising.

Evaluation of Program For Funding Assistance for Beginner Entrepreneurs: A Case in Universitas Terbuka

This research examines the impact of the Entrepreneurship Development Assistance Program initiated by the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs through the Field of Entrepreneurship Development and Human Resource Development on Open University (UT) students. In 2015, the Ministry provided financial support and limited training and mentoring to UT students to foster entrepreneurship. The program is monitored over two years, from the student submitting a business proposal to funding, and is extended to the next three semesters. Students interested in starting their own business must submit a proposal, which is evaluated for feasibility and potential funding. This research involves contacting students who have participated in the 2015 Program. A total of 266 program participants were identified as the target population for the study. These participants came from Bandung, Batam, Denpasar, Jember, Jogjakarta, and Semarang. By equipping student entrepreneurs with adaptability and resilience, the program has the potential to foster a culture of entrepreneurship and contribute to economic growth and innovation in the long run.

The cost of being first: Belonging uncertainty predicts math motivation and achievement for first-generation, but not continuing-generation, students

Compared to continuing-generation students, first-generation college students face additional barriers to their sense of belonging in STEM disciplines and at selective institutions. We examined first-generation (N = 1293) and continuing-generation (N = 2150) students' perceptions of belonging uncertainty, math motivation, and math achievement at eight research and comprehensive universities. Results of the multigroup structural equation analyses suggested that first-generation students who had higher belonging uncertainty reported lower success expectancies and higher perceived costs for math. Less adaptive math motivational beliefs, in turn, predicted lower math achievement for first-generation students. For continuing-generation students, belonging uncertainty was unrelated to math expectancies, value, costs, and achievement. The multigroup analyses revealed significant differences in how expectancies and costs mediated the relationship between belonging uncertainty and math achievement for first-generation versus continuing-generation students. Results have implications for narrowing social class equity gaps in selective institutions and diversifying STEM. Educational relevance statementFirst-year college students commonly experience uncertainties about the quality of their relationships and social ties (i.e., belonging uncertainty), particularly in competitive academic environments. We examined belonging uncertainty, motivational beliefs, and achievement among first-time, first-year students enrolled in a math course in eight competitive higher education institutions. Findings revealed that for first-generation students, compared to continuing-generation students, belonging uncertainty more negatively and strongly predicted math motivation, and in turn, math achievement. These findings highlight the importance of designing belonging interventions that particularly support first-generation students' college experience as uncertainties about belonging had more negative consequences for this population. Our research has implications for narrowing equity gaps between first-generation and continuing-generation students in selective universities.

Developing future leaders in Malaysian public universities: the factors influencing execution of succession planning

PurposeSuccession planning is an emerging area for research in higher education institutions worldwide; however, literature is scarce in the context of developing countries like Malaysia. The factors that have an influence on the execution of succession planning in public universities are the primary goal that has been set for achieving the study's goal. Moreover, the development of leadership in institutions has been taken by adopting formal succession planning. This study aims to be explore the factors that can contribute to the successful execution of the plan, particularly in higher education institutions in Malaysia.Design/methodology/approachThe study employed the qualitative approach. The registrars have been selected by using purposive sampling technique for face-to-face interviews from five public research universities of Malaysia. The in-depth data can be collected at research universities as they are old and comprehensive universities of Malaysia. The data were analysed through thematic analysis.FindingsThe number of factors that have been revealed through the findings are as follows: organisational culture, the support of top-level management, the strategic plan, the reward, the champion from top-level management and the budget. Further, the public universities of Malaysia required ensuring that all employees were aware of succession plan initiatives taken by institutions, although the system was challenged by not taking these factors into account.Originality/valueThe primary data have been collected to provide the insight regarding opportunities and challenges encountered in the implementation of succession planning in Malaysian public universities.

Perkembangan Berbagi Pengetahuan Pada Pendidikan Jarak Jauh

The development of knowledge sharing in distance education has become a significant topic in the era of globalization, supported by innovation and technological advancements. Open University (UT) is an educational institution that adopts a distance education model and utilizes information technology as a learning medium. UT employs various forms of e-learning, such as online tutorials, television programs, web resources, digital libraries, and more, to facilitate interaction among students, course materials, tutors, and fellow students. This article delves into how knowledge sharing management is crucial in the context of distance education, drawing insights from UT's instructional model and knowledge management theory. Knowledge management is considered essential for enhancing student performance during the learning process and in their future careers. The article also outlines how information technology serves as a tool to facilitate knowledge sharing in distance education. This research offers valuable insights into how knowledge management and knowledge sharing can be applied within the realm of distance education, particularly at institutions like Open University. It serves as a guide for other educational organizations seeking to enhance the effectiveness of their distance learning programs by implementing principles of knowledge management and information technology.

An Elon Musk generalist or a specialist? The impacts of interdisciplinary learning on post-graduation outcomes

ABSTRACT Interdisciplinary education has become increasingly prominent as a core instrument to prepare the next generation workforce. Yet, little is known about the impacts of long-term degree-oriented interdisciplinary education on post-graduation outcomes. This paper aims to investigate the influence of long-term degree-oriented interdisciplinary education on graduates’ post-graduation plan choices and labour market outcomes using unique administrative micro-data and career-tracking data from a comprehensive research university. Our results indicate that higher levels of engagement in interdisciplinary learning increase the probability of pursuing future study and employment in a field that differs from a graduate’s college degree, and are also associated with a higher probability to enter the workforce. Yet, this positive association between interdisciplinary learning and the probability of entering the workforce is specific to graduates from traditional disciplinary programmes. Additionally, our findings suggest that the impact of long-term degree-oriented interdisciplinary education on early labour market outcomes is overall beneficial but varies across degree fields. The findings of our study provided partial evidence in support of the influence of long-term degree-oriented interdisciplinary education on post-graduation plan choices and early labour market outcomes. We suggest that given resource constraints, higher education institutions could consider relaxing module choice restrictions in traditional disciplinary programmes to promote interdisciplinary education. However, it is important to note that higher education institutions should carefully consider the potential trade-off between the breadth of interdisciplinary content and the depth of specialist content, in order to strike a balance.

The Costs of Tenure in Higher Education: An Anthropological Perspective

Abstract Debates about tenure in American higher education have focused on morally freighted exemplary cases rather than the dynamics of organizational systems. This approach has generally assumed that tenure represents a financial drag on institutions. An analysis of tenure's organizational effects, however, reveals a more complex picture. Tenure supports a range of institutional practices that have direct—and calculable—resource implications. A detailed analysis for a public comprehensive college in the northeastern United States shows that the financial costs of ending tenure would substantially exceed the savings realized. Implications are drawn for American higher education and anthropological studies of complex institutions.