Deep Thinking Research Articles

Birth and evolution of “social studies” in Myanmar: dramatic changes in contents and approaches

PurposeThis research clarifies the birth and evolution of “Social Study” in Myanmar through analyzing the differences of contents and approaches between “Social Studies” under the military administration and that under the recent democratic administration.Design/methodology/approachThe author obtained “Social Studies” textbooks that were used both in the past as well as in present day and translated them into English. The textbooks’ contents were analyzed in detail while referring Japanese and American “Social Studies” textbooks. Specifically, the author focused on the content structure of the textbooks and the learning objectives and approaches used. Each textbook was analyzed in accordance with the era in which they were used considering the social and political conditions at those times. In addition, the author clarified the necessary competencies for the people of Myanmar during the new era through discussions with many Myanmar educators. Based on this research, the author advised the Ministry of Education on the content of new “Social Studies” textbooks and supported their development.FindingsThe idea of child-centered education introduced under the military administration was further strengthened in the recent new “Social Studies” textbooks allowing students to learn by tapping into their interests and also encouraging deep thinking and creativity. This approach changed their learning from memorization without deep thinking in the past to contemplating things and creating new ideas.Originality/valueThe findings can provide curriculum developers and educators in other countries with a broad direction on how to reform “Social Studies” and related subjects curricula and textbooks in their own countries in the future.

A Study on Death and Sex in Rick and Morty in Existentialism Perspective

Animation has become one of the emerging forms of cultural communication due to the advantage of exceptional creativity and expressiveness. Rick and Morty, as a phenomenon-level animation conveys the profundity philosophical thinking of social problems by absurd painting imagination. Especially in the discussion of the two sensitive topics of death and sex which correspond to the French philosopher Sartre's Existentialism. This paper aims to analyze the two topics of death and sex in Rick and Morty by Sartre's Existentialism. The topic of death will be based on Sartre's discussions of two body cognitions and deprivation, and analyze the definition of death limit from combining with the background of science development. In the topic of sex, the paper will have the discussions of Physiological level and Psychological level to divide into sexual organs, sexual desire and sexual relations to analyzed the symbol of sex from a philosophical perspective. This article hopes to use Existentialism perspective to open a new angle for the study of Rick and Morty. It will take deep thinking on the two major themes of death and sex by philosophical analysis and interpretation, and also through the sexual symbol to discuss sexual culture and female standing to promote cultural exchange.

Enhancing journal reputation and academic socialization: Review feedback matters beyond its gatekeeping function

AbstractWithin the large body of literature on the peer review system for academic journals, there has been limited exploration of the latent functions of review feedback beyond its gatekeeping role. To address this gap, we conducted in‐depth, semi‐structured interviews with 20 Chinese university academics specializing in educational studies. By applying the conceptual frameworks of organizational reputation and academic socialization, we investigated the multifaceted functions of review feedback. Our findings suggest that timely, specific, and constructive feedback are highly valued by Chinese university academics, and journals that provide such review feedback are perceived to possess a higher reputation and are more likely to attract high‐quality submissions. Additionally, Chinese academics see the process of review and revision as a means of professional development since specific and constructive review feedback can lead them to deeper thinking and improve their knowledge of academic norms in their community. Therefore, we emphasize the importance of effective review feedback considering its function of fostering the socialization and professional development of academics while promoting the prosperity of the academic community as a whole.

Implementation of Learning Based on Deep Dialogue Critical Thinking In Citizenship Education Subjects

The implementation of deep dialogue-based critical thinking learning in this study uses descriptive qualitative research methods to find out how the implementation of deep dialogue-based critical thinking learning in civics education subjects in madrasahs is done by collecting interview data and case studies in the field. problems that occur in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Surabaya City, In the learning process students still have difficulty analyzing and solving problems, especially in Citizenship subjects. During the learning process, students are still passive, very few students dare to answer the problems posed, as well as a lack of students' ability to independently solve problems that require analytical skills with this problem the teacher applies deep dialogue-based learning critical thinking to civic education subjects to increase concentration in gaining knowledge and experience through in-depth dialogue and critical thinking, emphasizing student activity and learning outcomes. on Citizenship education subjects.

ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF INTEGRATING DIGITAL GAME-BASED DECISION-MAKING INTO THE APPROPRIATE TEACHING OF BUSINESS ETHICS

As the increasing emphasis of game-based learning on teaching strategies, many researchers in dictated that implanting game-based learning strategies, which include the enjoyment and tasks for student to pass, in the digital learning system can guide students to enhance their learning motive to win game. Many teaching strategies were developed to improve programming skills instead of traditional business ethical class lecture. Among them, game-based learning are applied to enhance students learning. Nonetheless, they fail to engage students in deep thinking and reflections. To cope with this issue, a two-tier test-based learning system is proposed to enhance students’ learning performances and the flow experience in business ethical courses in this study.

Pengaruh Perkembangan Filsafat Ilmu terhadap Ilmu Pengetahuan Kontemporer

Abstract
 Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis dampak yang signifikan dari This research aims to analyze the significant impact of the development of the philosophy of science on contemporary science. Philosophy of science has long been a conceptual basis for understanding scientific epistemology, methodology and ethics. In this context, this research traces the evolution of the philosophy of science from classical thought to the modern era and how these views shape and influence the science we have today. The research method used involves analysis of historical and philosophical literature, highlighting the thoughts of influential philosophers of science such as Plato, Aristotle, Francis Bacon, Thomas Kuhn, Karl Popper, and other important figures. This research also considers developments in the philosophy of science, such as positivism, postmodernism, and feminist thought, as well as the ways in which these views have influenced research methodology, epistemological understanding, and contemporary scientific practice. The results of this research reveal that the philosophy of science has played an important role in the formation of scientific paradigms, the development of scientific theories, as well as in the development of more reflective and ethical research practices. The impact of the philosophy of science is also reflected in the research ethics controversies and fundamental questions about the nature of science that continue to be debated in scientific society today. This research provides a deeper understanding of the close relationship between philosophy of science and contemporary science, and underlines the importance of philosophical awareness in developing better and more responsible knowledge. These findings may provide a foundation for further developments in deep philosophical thinking about science and future scientific research.
 Keywords: philosophy of science, science, contemporary

Facilitating collaborative professional development among instrumental and vocal teachers: A qualitative study with an Austrian Music School.

This case study provides an in-depth investigation in a professional development project about facilitating collaborative reflection. This was led by a research team from the university with 13 instrumental music teachers from one music school in Styria (Austria) during 2019-2021 (including the initial COVID-19 pandemic). Research questions considered (1) the participants' descriptions of the collaborative professional development, (2) participants' uses of reflection tools and indications of their identification with workshop interventions, as well as factors responsible for the outcomes from the reflection tools; and (3) ways participants' thinking and attitudes may have developed through the workshops, how they defined themselves as a group (if they did), and how they might have gained trust in one another. Inspired by the design-based research approach, practitioners and researchers worked closely together to enhance teaching and learning implementing interventions with collaborative reflections tools. While the first phase (11 workshops) was primarily led by the project-team, the second phase (7 workshops) was participant-led. Data included focus groups and discussion transcriptions from 18 workshops. The impetus of the study included the role of the director and the participants dealing with the interventions, and finally the participants' descriptions of their experiences in the professionalization process. Literature included collaborative professional development, community of practice, learning communities, self-determined learning, reflective practice, and ethical considerations. Data were analyzed based on thematic analysis and gave rise to five following themes: forming group cohesion, inspiring and appreciating collaboration, bridging theory and practice, identifying deeper thinking and teachers as learners, addressing challenges and potentials during the COVID-19 pandemic, and finally finding the music school's own identity and sense of importance. Findings highlight the importance of establishing meaningful collaborative reflection through appreciative communication and an atmosphere of trust and respect. To be able to make change in and with an institution, leadership members must be engaged as collaborative stakeholders on an eye-level; collaborative professional development can be used as a resource toward rethinking and reworking the identity of one's music school and of teaching and learning. Institutions should provide space and continuity for such development. Finally, the study highlights that a collaborative reflective approach can contribute to professional and social growth.

Research on the Comprehensive Risk Management Model of Commercial Banks under the Background of Internet Finance

Under the wave of internet finance, banks are constantly promoting financial innovation and system reform, and launching new asset management business. Commercial banks are an important part of China's economic system, which are closely related to various industries in the market and are the key factors to promote the smooth progress of market economic activities. At present, some commercial banks in China copy foreign advanced quantitative management technology without thinking, which can not only reduce the risk of banks, but also make the operation of the whole bank very chaotic. Under the background of Internet finance, how to deal with all kinds of financial crises, do a good job in risk management and improve their ability to prevent and solve risks is a problem worthy of deep thinking and discussion. Taking the overall risk management of commercial banks as the research object, this paper expounds the connotation and existing problems of internet finance. Based on the related contents of risk management, this paper puts forward some suggestions on how to solve the problems existing in the comprehensive risk management of commercial banks under the background of Internet finance, so as to provide some reference for relevant units and researchers.

Understanding UK university academic staff attitudes towards recognising and responding to student radicalisation

AbstractHigher education institutions in England, Scotland and Wales have an obligation under the 2015 Counter Terrorism and Security Act to protect students from being drawn into terrorism. This legislation has proved controversial, with concerns about the securitisation of education, as well as fears of over‐reporting which could stigmatise individuals or communities. Despite the significance of the Act to the education sector and concerns about the implications of compelling educators to report radicalisation concerns, there is limited empirical research exploring how teachers and academics have engaged with the policy. The evidence for higher education settings is particularly limited. This study employed a survey experiment with 1003 academics working in British universities to examine willingness and ability to recognise and respond to student radicalisation. Our data provides no evidence for over‐reporting. Rather, it suggests that academics teaching in British universities are uncertain about radicalisation risk and ambivalent about reporting concerns. Reporting ambivalence is driven by a lack of confidence about appropriate reporting thresholds, concerns about negative consequences of reporting and free speech values. Previous experience of dealing with a student of concern and Prevent training are associated with increased commitment to reporting concerns. The results suggest that Prevent training could be enhanced by targeting more experienced academics and tackling concerns about the tensions between the Prevent duty and freedom of speech policies and values. However, for this training to be effective it is essential that it is credible for an audience that is used to engaging with deep thinking on challenging issues.

Subjective Impacts on Knowledge Creation Behavior of Enclosed University Campus in China

Universities are essential for knowledge creation, and an efficient knowledge creation environment is important. The closed campus approach in China is unique. Almost all students live on campus, which forms the typical teaching + living model. This study aims to determine whether a closed campus is more conducive to knowledge creation and which factors contribute to improving its knowledge creation efficiency. This study uses a cluster analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and multiple linear regression to explore the relationship between environmental factors and knowledge creation in the common spaces of enclosed university campuses. The findings include that creative behavior is significantly related to physical spaces and humanistic environments, and the latter is more significant. A good atmosphere of academic organization and a relaxed and free environment are necessary to promote academic exchanges. Improving the convenience of a closed campus has a greater impact on academic exchange, while improving the overall satisfaction and comfort has a greater impact on deep thinking. Increased overall satisfaction and convenience also promote thinking coherence. Deep thinking and academic exchange require different environmental characteristics. Meditation requires a better physical space, while scholarly communication needs a better humanistic environment. This study provides theoretical support for building an efficient knowledge creation campus environment.

An Innovative Approach to Teaching the System of Linear Equations Module

In solving the system of linear equations, it is important to improve the ability of students to think quickly, to facilitate the process of deep logical thinking, and to guide them through the algorithm of the problem.

USING IT TOOLS IN SOCIOLOGICAL SURVEYS FOR DETERMINING THE SOCIAL PROFILE OF ASTANA IT UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

The article gives an overview of Astana IT University's (AITU) experience in using IT tools in sociological study to determine the social profile of an AITU student based on the data of sociological surveys. The purpose of the study is aimed at summarizing the experience how IT tools can be used in gathering and processing data and survey result analysis. In this article the features of various software and hardware tools, the process of applying information technologies at different stages of sociological research that affect the effectiveness of sociological research are discussed. The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of various software (from word processors to statistical packages) and hardware (from cell phones to modern computers) tools at different stages of conducting a sociological survey. The most common problems the sociologist may run into when looking for a survey tool are technical, design, legal, and expertise one as well as problems with length, survey fatigue and interpreting respondents’ mood. It is highly likely in the case of long, confusing, or complicated surveys the questions can be skipped or responded mindlessly by respondents and be resulting in confusing results and inaccurate responses. Long surveys more than 10-15 minutes can course respondents mind fatigue which can lead and result the dishonest responses and survey dropout. The respondents can be tired with especially open-ended questions which require careful and deep thinking. The problem of selecting adaptive tools for conducting sociological research for obtaining the most reliable and high-quality information lies in the lack of a universal IT tool for implementing sociological research at its all stages. The model of the university efficiency promotion for sustainable development is presented to compare the progress of university efficiency in learner recruiting, hiring of local and international staff, the number of staff participated in the program of professional development, the number of laboratories and IT technologies, the range of national and international partners, etc. Stages of a Data-driven decision-making approach in university efficiency promotion are presented in detail.

Development of Simple and Efficient Virtual Lab Platform

Current technologies give us the flexibility to enhance and replace-in person classes with computer-based resources, often referred to as virtual labs. Before the pandemic, offline classes used to provide a practical learning environment for students. Because of the pandemic, it is not possible to arrange labs in-person for students where they can directly interact with the faculties. Nowadays, students prefer education from home as it is safe. Students can easily perform experiments from anywhere if they have proper access to an internet connection. There are many challenges in online to the mode of learning. Virtual Labs aids in conquering those challenges to some extent. Simulation-based study of subjects like physics, chemistry, and biology helps students to understand concepts in a better way. Virtual labs can enhance and increase students ‘problem solving, deep thinking, creativity, imagination understanding, scientific process skills, laboratory skills, interest, perception, and learning outcomes. Therefore, teachers need to apply virtual labs to improve teaching quality and student learning outcomes.

Mengembangkan Keterampilan Berpikir Kreatif pada Mata Pelajaran SBdP Siswa Kelas V di SD Negeri Karawaci 1

This study aims to describe the way teachers develop deep creative thinking skills SBdp learning for fifth grade students at SDN Karawaci 1. Study this is type study qualitative with approach descriptive. subject study this is a teacher and student class V SDN Karawaci 1. Engineering data collection using observation, interview, and studies documentation. Results study show that there are some students who are still not able to hone their creative thinking skills in SBdp subjects from 27 students class V. It is caused student afraid will error, less believe self and not enough understand objective learning. By because the teacher of class V gave related material with issue or problem, give chance on student for deepen topic already conveyed, pushed student for produce idea or new ideas, and push student for elaborate the idea. Whereas for develop Skills think creative students, teachers train smoothness for role active in ask as well as answer and disclose idea or idea, train flexibility for make a group in do discussion in accordance existing theme given, train novelty for generate their own different ideas in a group, and the last practice elaboration with give material or more tasks specific.

다산의 초서 독서법을 활용한 대학생의 문식력 향상 연구

Currently, college students are evaluated as lacking in proper literacy despite having been taught reading and writing in the Korean language curriculum in middle and high schools. It is very important to cultivate proper literacy for university students who enter the academic world, explore their majors, and are in the preparation stage as members of society. This study utilized Dasan's Chaucer reading method to improve the literacy of college students. The Chaucer reading method is an active reading and writing learning v method that allows readers to expand their thoughts and deep thinking training by having them establish their subjectivity and have a conversation with the author. As a result of practicing by applying the Chaucer reading method, the learners tried to understand the text contents accurately by inducing intrinsic motivation for reading. In addition, while recording the contents that brought about the change of thinking, they were able to expand their consciousness and express their opinions with new meaning construction.

Video-Assisted Versus Traditional Problem-Based Learning: A Quasi-Experimental Study Among Pediatric Nursing Students.

The text-assisted problem-based, methods traditionally used to teach nursing students cannot adequately simulate holistic clinical situations and patient symptoms. Although video-assisted, problem-based learning methods combined with text have shown positive results in terms of improving comprehension and cognitive abilities, some studies have shown these methods to be inferior to text-assisted methods in terms of promoting deep critical thinking in medical students. This study was designed to assess the benefits in nursing education of video-assisted, problem-based learning using online multimedia technologies compared with text-assisted, problem-based learning using traditional face-to-face classes. A quasi-experimental, nonequivalent control group, preintervention-and-postintervention design was used. The experimental group (n = 31) received video-assisted, problem-based learning materials with multimedia technologies (video scenarios, Google Docs worksheets, Google slides, Zoom cloud meetings, and e-learning management system) and weekly online lectures (100 minutes) for 4 weeks. The control group (n = 35) received text-assisted, problem-based learning materials with traditional face-to-face classes and weekly lectures (100 minutes) for 4 weeks. The study data were analyzed using chi-square, Fisher's exact, and independent t tests as well as analysis of variance. At posttest, learning motivation (t = 3.25, p = .002), academic self-efficacy (t = 2.41, p = .019), and self-directed learning (t = 3.08, p = .003) were significantly higher in the experimental group than in the control group. Video-assisted, problem-based learning using multimedia technologies was shown to be effective in increasing learning motivation, academic self-efficacy, and self-directed learning in nursing students. These findings have implications for the development and planning of contactless classes in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Notably, no intergroup differences were found in terms of problem-solving skills. Future studies should include in-depth reviews and assessments of the difficulties faced in producing problem scenarios as well as the methods of instruction.

Making Learning Visible: Observable Correlates of the Aha! Moment when Moving from Surface to Deep Thinking

ABSTRACTThe purpose of this study is to provide reliable evidence of the observable correlates of the Aha! moment and what this means for moving from surface to deep thinking. The study analyses facial expressions and body language from video recordings of students solving problems, followed by interviews, focus groups, and surveys. The problem‐solving involved asking students to solve word problems to generate an Aha! moment and seeing how their expressions changed (or not) when they ascertained the correct answer. Findings showed clear facial, emotional, and body language changes when the problems were solved. Implications for teaching are discussed.

Sarah Faris, MD

Sarah Faris, MD

Study of Female Consciousness in Female Gothic Literature

The female characters in Gothic novels are usually the representatives of fear or even the persecuted, while Female Gothic literature aims to establish the standard of female own value. The heroines achieve self-salvation through their own wisdom and calm attitude, and finally awaken their self-consciousness to form female subjectivity. This is a challenge to the gender hierarchy and the culture of male control.The style of Female Gothic runs through Angela Carter’s life of writing. She pays attention to the sufferings of female, delving into areas where other female writers have not or dare not explore, boldly and frankly addressing topics such as incest, sexual abuse, and pornography. From her point of view, female’s body and desire are subjects that cannot be bypassed in feminist writing and research. Through analyzing Carter’s work, The Company of Wolves, this paper focuses on the power of female as subversive to the established value system and the guiding role they play as constructors of a new order and has a deep thinking of female in deconstructing patriarchal centralism to construct harmonious relations between male and female.In The Company of Wolves, the author also creates a new Little Red Riding Hood with a rebellious spirit, but here, the little girl is more about exploiting the fighting potential contained in the female “sexual energy”. The seduction of Little Red Riding Hood by a Wolf disguised as a hunter can also be directly interpreted as a sexual seduction. Carter’s rewriting is to release the repressed potential desire of the female subject in the traditional fairy tale, so as to break the traditional pattern of gender relations. For a long time, female have grown up under the discipline of male power, in a position of oppression and constraint, being taught to restrain their desires, learn to protect themselves and be a good girl, and being instilled with the idea that “it is their natural duty to bear and raise children and do a good job at home”. Female are bound by the “feminine virtues” of self-sacrifice, obedience and docility, while their individual needs and desires are denied and hidden. Carter’s new Red Riding Hood is not bound by moral norms, but boldly follows her own desires, using “sex” as a tool to gain a new life, so that sexual liberation is achieved and sexual reconciliation with men is completed. Female’s self-consciousness and subjectivity are realized in this process.

Give Them Time to Ponder

The current educational climate poses challenges for both the educator and learner when it comes to deep learning. A significant part of the solution lies in providing both time and space wherein a deep learning can occur, despite the challenges. After situating the SALT Approach (acronym for Scripture and Liturgy Teaching Approach), progressing from its doctoral study roots, the paper unpacks ways that the SALT approach harnesses time to facilitate deep thinking. The pedagogical ways discussed can also be adapted for use across the curriculum, as the ‘toolbox’ of ideas in the final section of the paper summarizes elements that can facilitate a classroom climate and setting leading to peace and productivity in the learning space.