Development Of Educational Technology Research Articles

Improved CycleGAN-based feature recognition in young children and preschool education research

Abstract Pre-school education is an integral part of primary education, and with the development of digital technology, the integration of pre-school education and information technology development is deepening. The study first adds category constraints to the CycleGAN network to improve the efficiency of algorithm operations. The facial features of young children are extracted using the LBP method and recognized by improving the CycleGAN network after they are classified using the SOC classification method. On this basis, the improved model is applied to early childhood preschool education to explore the recognition of young children’s characteristics and educational effects. In this paper, the recognition accuracy of the improved CycleGAN network model is improved by 0.02~0.14 in the expression recognition accuracy of seven basic expressions. in early childhood education, the third round of test scores of the experimental group of young children is 93 compared to the first round of test improved by 34 points, compared with the control group scores improved by 15 points. This study provides practical and feasible development directions for constructing and reforming information technology in preschool education.

The Origin of Educational Technology in China

Educational Technology is the means and methods employed in educational activities. Since the inception of education, there has been a parallel development of Educational Technology with a rich historical background. The entire evolutionary process of Educational Technology can be divided into three stages: Pre-Educational Technology, Current Educational Technology, and Post-Educational Technology, corresponding to the past, present, and future of Educational Technology. Throughout history, the Chinese nation has made irreplaceable contributions to the creation and inheritance of human civilization. The educational philosophy embedded in the discussions of education and technology among various schools of thought in ancient China and the educational ideas found in ancient Chinese scientific works laid the theoretical and practical foundations for optimizing the teaching and learning process. The creation of Chinese characters, the invention and dissemination of papermaking and printing techniques, and the development and application of intuitive teaching aids enriched the theory and practice of teaching and learning resources. The combination of the two not only promoted the development of Chinese education, but also influenced the process of global education development. Ancient China possessed the necessary and sufficient conditions for the birth of Educational Technology, therefore it can be considered that China is the birthplace of Educational Technology, and the Chinese nation is the indigenous people of Educational Technology.

COGNITIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE FORMATION OF COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS IN THE STUDY OF NATURAL SCIENCE SUBJECTS

The article focuses on the study of the impact of cognitive technologies, in particular those based on artificial intelligence, on the process of forming the competencies of students, as well as on the consideration of approaches to the development of cognitive information technology. As part of the work, the authors developed a model of cognitive technology for the formation of competencies of students, which integrates an individualized approach to learning aimed at improving the quality of education and developing key competencies of students. The authors conducted a detailed analysis of the current scientific literature to determine the critical parameters for evaluating the effectiveness of the proposed system. The empirical part includes experiments with students studying natural science disciplines, demonstrating a significant improvement in learning and motivation to pursue education. It is shown that the cognitive model of the technology for the formation of competencies of students is influenced by the following: the regulatory framework, the concept of cognitive technology, the software and hardware complex, and human resources. The result of the application of this technology is «Recommendations for improving the process of forming the competencies of students». It is also shown that this model can be divided into two stages: «Neural network training» and «Implementation of the neural network in the educational process». This study focuses on achieving efficiency and minimizing educational losses in the process of acquiring competencies. The study confirms the sufficient effectiveness of cognitive technology for the formation of competencies of students, opening up new prospects for its application in various educational contexts. The study shows the possibilities of an approach to the development of educational technologies using artificial intelligence, offering innovative approaches to learning, contributing to the formation of deep knowledge and the development of a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

A Study on the Application of Seq2seq in English Flipped Classroom Teaching in Colleges and Universities

Abstract With the rapid development of educational technology, the English teaching mode in colleges and universities faces innovation challenges. As an emerging teaching mode, flipped classroom promotes students’ active learning and improves classroom efficiency by switching the order of pre-course learning and in-class activities.Seq2seq technology, as a significant application of deep learning in natural language processing, is used in flipped classroom to provide new perspectives and methods for English teaching, which is expected to stimulate students’ interest in learning and improve the quality of teaching through technological means. This study aims to examine Seq2Seq2’s ability to enhance the quality of teaching and learning. This study explores the impact of Seq2seq technology on English flipped classroom teaching in colleges and universities. Using an experimental research method, 120 first-year university students were selected as the research subjects and divided into experimental and control groups, applying Seq2seq-assisted flipped classroom teaching and traditional teaching methods respectively. The study used a pre-test and post-test design, and collected students’ English achievement and learning motivation questionnaires to analyze data. Students in the experimental group outperformed the control group in English, with a mean score increase of 6.27 points, and their motivation to learn was also improved. The students in the experimental group showed improvement in vocabulary mastery, reading comprehension, and writing ability. The study shows that applying Seq2seq technology in flipped classroom can effectively improve students’ English learning achievement and learning motivation, which is of great significance for promoting the development of English teaching in colleges and universities.

Implementation of the Profile Matching Algorithm to Identify Outstanding Students at Pesantren Modern Misbahul Ulum

This research aims to design a decision support system to identify outstanding students at the Misbahul Ulum Modern Islamic Boarding School. Although determining outstanding students is done by taking the average score from all aspects of the criteria, the evaluation process which is still carried out manually takes quite a long time. Therefore, a computerized decision support system is needed to help make decisions more efficiently and accurately. This system was developed using the PHP programming language. The aim of this research is to overcome obstacles in recognizing outstanding students at the Misbahul Ulum Modern Islamic Boarding School by applying the Profile Matching Algorithm. This method can provide the best data by comparing alternative values and predetermined criteria. This research contributes to the development of educational technology and facilitates the introduction of outstanding students at the Misbahul Ulum Modern Islamic Boarding School. By determining the criteria aspects, determining the weight value of each aspect, finding the GAP value, and carrying out a ranking process, this research produces objective results. Involving 252 students from grades 7-11, this research produced a final grade for each student. The calculation results show that Zikril got the highest score, while Asma Biwi got the lowest score.

ВНЕДРЕНИЕ ФОРСАЙТ-ТЕХНОЛОГИЙ В АВИАЦИОННОЕ ОБРАЗОВАНИЕ

The article discusses the use of modern technologies in the educational process and presents scenarios for the development of educational technologies when implementing foresight. The effectiveness of using interactive technologies, virtual and augmented reality in the process of teaching aviation students is substantiated. The introduction of foresight technologies in aviation education faces global transformation processes, the development of unmanned technologies, and changes in the transport system. Forecasting and planning of the aviation industry are presented in the article as an integral part of the strategic educational process, and foresight technologies are presented as a process aimed at optimizing educational programs. The article systematizes in tabular form information on the impact of foresight technologies on modern aviation education, taking into account competitiveness, readiness for future challenges, quality of education, sustainability of programs, innovation, digital transformation and attractiveness of the educational institution. Methods and approaches for introducing foresight technologies into aviation education are presented. The importance of foresight technologies in adapting educational programs to modern requirements and technological innovations is summarized.

Pengembangan Edukasi Teknologi Melalui Game Rohani Kepada Anak-Anak Kristen Masa Kini di GKLI Sipoholon

The purpose of this study was to develop children's ability to use technology through spiritual games. The research method used in this study is a qualitative approach method. Data collection using observation techniques and direct interviews with children and Sunday school teachers at GKLI Sipoholon. The results showed that the use of spiritual games has the potential to increase children's understanding of religious teachings and morality. The importance of developing spiritual education in the digital era demands creativity and innovation in providing learning to children. In an era of ever-evolving technology, education in the church environment requires an innovative approach. Spiritual games are defined as interactive game applications specifically designed to provide religious and moral learning experiences. Spiritual games are an interesting bridge to the world of Christian children. Through the development of technological media, especially spiritual games. Thus, the development of technology education through spiritual games at GKLI Sipoholon is a progressive step in educating and guiding Christian children today, in line with the mission of spiritual formation of the church.

Embracing Mobile Learning: Exploring the Acceptance Among Undergraduates in Sri Lankan Universities

This research explores the emerging trend of mobile learning in the higher education sector, with a focus on identifying key factors influencing its adoption in Sri Lanka. In this study, a quantitative approach was employed, encompassing a participant pool of 323 undergraduates drawn from Sri Lankan national universities. The study scrutinizes the factors that influence the acceptance of mobile learning by investigating performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, perceived playfulness, and self-management of learning employing mainly correlation and multiple regression data analysis techniques. A notable revelation emerges as the research highlights "self-management of learning" as the most influential factor, surpassing the conventional assumption regarding the significance of "performance expectancy," which surprisingly exhibits no direct impact on mobile learning acceptance. The model effectively explains an impressive almost sixty-eight percent of the variance in undergraduates' acceptance of mobile learning. Beyond the academic context, the insights that emerged from this study hold the potential to revolutionize educational practices in Sri Lanka, offering valuable guidance to educators, policymakers, and educational technology developers striving to seamlessly integrate mobile learning into the higher education landscape while contributing to the broader discourse on innovative pedagogical strategies.

IMPLEMENTATION OF SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE METHOD IN CLASSIFYING SCHOOL LIBRARY BOOKS WITH COMBINATION OF TF-IDF AND WORD2VEC

The development of technology in education is integral to enhancing its quality, such as implementing information technology in school libraries. Searching for books in school libraries is time-consuming due to conventional book classification, lacking organization based on classifications. Therefore, implementing information technology in school libraries is crucial to improve library management effectiveness. An innovative solution optimizing library management involves leveraging artificial intelligence, particularly machine learning. In applying machine learning to library book classification, Support Vector Machine acts as an algorithm understanding patterns and characteristics of book titles, categorizing them into Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC). The dataset comprises 10 classes aligned with DDC. Random data collection follows an 80:20 scale for training and testing data. Data preprocessing is an initial research stage, addressing imbalanced data through oversampling. Testing the SVM algorithm with a linear kernel and C = 1 parameter is conducted three times using different feature extraction methods: TF-IDF alone, Word2Vec alone, and a combination of TF-IDF and Word2Vec. Model performance evaluation employs K-Fold Cross-Validation. After the three objective tests, the most accurate book classification results were obtained using a combination of TF-IDF and Word2Vec feature extraction. It's concluded that SVM's book classification method can be applied, yielding the highest accuracy of 73% with the TF-IDF and Word2Vec feature extraction combination. This outperforms other feature extraction methods, with precision at 83%, recall at 72%, and an F1-Score of 76%.

Design and Implementation of STEAM Programs in Vocational Schools in a Smart Education Environment

With the continuous development of educational technology, smart education is gradually becoming an important part of the vocational school education sySTEAM. Especially in the field of STEAM education, smart education provides a new way of teaching and learning, which is important for improving students' learning efficiency and engagement. However, effectively integrating smart education into the design and implementation of STEAM programs in vocational schools requires overcoming a series of challenges, such as the integration of technological resources, the enhancement of teachers' professional competence, the improvement of student engagement, and curriculum design and innovation. The paper discusses the challenges and design principles of teaching STEAM programs in vocational schools under the environment of smart education and proposes effective implementation strategies to guide vocational school teachers.

Analysis of the Relationship Between Teaching Environment and Teaching Quality in Inner Mongolia Universities

This study aims to explore the relationship between the teaching environment and teaching quality in Inner Mongolia universities, analyze the characteristics and current situation of the teaching environment, and provide recommendations for improvement. Through a detailed analysis of the components, characteristics, and existing issues and challenges of the teaching environment, it is found that the teaching environment has an important impact on the teaching quality. It is suggested to increase investment in infrastructure, optimize the structure of the teaching staff, rationally allocate educational resources, and promote the balanced development of disciplines. At the same time, policy recommendations were put forward, including the establishment of a teaching evaluation system, strengthening teacher training and development, and promoting school-enterprise cooperation to improve the quality of teaching. Future research directions may focus on areas such as educational technology development, policy-level influences, and school management models to further expand our understanding of the relationship between teaching environment and teaching quality.

Navigating the New Normal: Adapting Online and Distance Learning in the Post-Pandemic Era

This review examines the transformation of educational practices to online and distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. It specifically focuses on the challenges, innovative approaches, and successes of this transition, emphasizing the integration of educational technology, student well-being, and teacher development. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly transformed the educational landscape, necessitating a rapid shift to online and distance learning. This review has highlighted key strategies and innovations in online teaching, emphasizing the importance of engaging, adaptable, and inclusive educational practices. It underscores the need for continuous professional development for educators, the integration of advanced technological tools, and the importance of prioritizing student well-being and academic success in digital environments. As we move forward, the insights gathered from this experience will be invaluable in shaping a resilient and dynamic educational framework that is well suited for the post-pandemic era, focusing on inclusivity, engagement, and the effective use of technology to enhance learning experiences.

The Role of Information Teaching Ability of Directional Normal Students in Teaching Effectiveness: Based on the Research of Verification Model of Structural Equation Model

Directed teacher education students, as the main group injecting human resources into rural basic education, play a crucial role in promoting the development of information technology in rural basic education. Based on a literature review, this study takes the enhancement of the information technology teaching efficacy of directed teacher education students in the northwest of Guangdong as the point of entry for problem-solving. The research focuses on directed teacher education students who graduated from local colleges in northwest Guangdong, collects 520 valid questionnaires, and conducts a structural equation model analysis using AMOS software to test research hypotheses. The results show that information technology literacy has the most significant positive impact on information technology teaching efficacy. Information technology instructional design ability, information technology management and implementation ability, and information technology assessment and diagnostic ability are all positively related. Teacher information technology teaching ability is a crucial factor in enhancing information technology teaching efficacy, and these factors are interconnected, forming a complete framework for information technology teaching ability. Based on data analysis and interview results, this study provides recommendations for improving information technology teaching efficacy from two aspects: self-improvement and external support.

Pembuatan Gim Edukasi Sejarah Pertempuran Tiga Hari Surabaya Menggunakan Interactive Digital Narrative

The rapid development of technology has impacted various aspects of life, including educational institutions, which are increasingly utilizing information technology to enhance the quality of learning. One significant advancement in information technology is the use of games as an educational tool. This research explores the Interactive Digital Narrative (IDN) design method in the development of history-based educational games. The game created in this study is set against the historical backdrop of the Pertempuran Tiga Hari Surabaya, which is one of the events leading up to the historic Pertempuran 10 November 1945 in Surabaya. Adapting a previously proposed methodology, the game is built using the Unity Game Engine and tested through Likert scale assessments. The test results reveal a positive average percentage of 80%, indicating that the IDN approach can make history-based educational games more engaging and effective. This research provides a valuable contribution to educational technology development, aiding educators in designing more efficient and meaningful lessons, particularly in the field of Social Sciences, which plays a crucial role in students' understanding of history and values like patriotism.

An Overview of the Methods of Using Digital Technologies for the Process of Teaching Scenography in the Bachelor's Degree System

The article summarizes the arguments and counterarguments in the framework of a scientific discussion on the digital transformation of the scenography of Kazakhstan. The main problem of the research work was caused by the lack of a methodology for teaching scenography in the context of the introduction of digital technologies. The main purpose of the study is to consider the international experience of the introduction of innovative educational technologies in stage design. The content of the article reveals the methodology of the research, which is based on art, cultural, pedagogical aspects. The article examines the digital transformation of media art and scenography within the framework of scientific, review-theoretical and scenographic analysis. Educational aspects in teaching educational programs of scenography in universities, interdisciplinarity, performing and visual arts, visual means of expression, design (light, sound, media), theater, cinema, television, circus, design, architecture, etc. were taken as research tools. Since the methods of teaching digital technologies in scenography in the process of training for bachelors are project, brainstorming, case study and intelligence maps, special attention was paid to these issues during the research. The scientific significance of the article is the conceptualization of technological, methodological aspects of digital technologies for the sustainable development of educational technologies in the preparation of bachelors. The practical significance of the research results lies in the development of methods of digital transformation of the Scenography of Kazakhstan. The results of this study will be used as an overview and theoretical material in the development of methodic of teaching specialized disciplines in scenography.

Prevalence of neuromyths among students and pre-service teachers

Recent studies have shown that the knowledge of society about the functioning of the brain does not correspond to neuroscience data. The high prevalence of neuromyths can become a problem in the development of educational technologies. The goal of this study is to identify the prevalence of neuromyths among pre-service teachers and students of other faculties. The prevalence of neuromyths among 958 university students was studied using an anonymous survey. It was found that the specialty influenced the results: chemistry and biology students, as well as physics, mathematics, and computer science students, answered better. The effect of education is weak. Nevertheless, it has led to an alignment of results between the specialties in the older group. Self-education has a significant positive effect on students’ recognition of neurofacts. The study confirms that certain neuromyths are especially popular among students and allows us to draw conclusions about the prevalence of neuromyths among future teachers.

LamJourney: Innovation of Learning Media Based on Historical Places in Lampung to Increase Historical Awareness

The development of technology in education encourages results in learning media for students. Historical places in Lampung can be used as a medium of historical learning for the younger generation by utilizing technological developments. This research uses the Research and Development (R&D) model with the ADDIE model. This study aims to develop learning media and see the influence of media use on increasing students' historical awareness of places in Lampung. Data collection techniques in this study used Observation, Interview, Documentation, and Literature Study Techniques. Testing the media's effectiveness was conducted in the Experiment and Control Class using Nonequivaalen Control Group Design at SMAIT Insan Mulia Boarding School. The results showed that the "LamJourney" program effectively increased students' historical awareness of places in Lampung with the Paired Sample T-Test, which obtained a Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 < 0.05, it can be seen that there is a significant influence of the LamJernouy application on increasing historical awareness in students, with an average experimental score more potent than the control of 82.08. Keywords: Educational Media, Local History, Learning Media

Motivation Reasons and Suggestions for Junior High school Students in English Teaching

As a compulsory subject for the college entrance examination in China, English learning has always been highly valued. With the development of educational concepts and technologies, there is an increasing amount of research on English education. However, most studies are conducted from the perspectives of teachers and parents. There is relatively little direct investigation into students' learning motivation and interests. Through a questionnaire survey, this paper mainly studies the motivation of junior high school students to learn English. The questionnaire was directly distributed to middle school students for filling out. Also, students have different motivations for learning English. Most students (60%) enjoy English, but a considerable portion (around 30%) learn English just because it is a compulsory course. At the same time, many students listen to English songs and watch English TV dramas/movies. In addition, about 58% students hope that the teacher can teach more extracurricular English knowledge. Therefore, more emphasis could be placed on enhancing students' interest in learning in English teaching. Moreover, teachers can make appropriate use of extracurricular English materials, such as English pop songs or film and television works, as teaching tools to enhance students’ interest in learning and teaching outcomes.

No Simple Solutions to Complex Problems: Cognitive Science Principles Can Guide but Not Prescribe Educational Decisions.

Cognitive science of learning points to solutions for making use of existing study and instruction time more effectively and efficiently. However, solutions are not and cannot be one-size-fits-all. This paper outlines the danger of overreliance on specific strategies as one-size-fits-all recommendations and highlights instead the cognitive learning processes that facilitate meaningful and long-lasting learning. Three of the most commonly recommended strategies from cognitive science provide a starting point; understanding the underlying processes allows us to tailor these recommendations to implement at the right time, in the right way, for the right content, and for the right students. Recommendations regard teacher training, the funding and incentivizing of educational interventions, guidelines for the development of educational technologies, and policies that focus on using existing instructional time more wisely.

Bibliometric Analysis of Technology Trends in Education: Analysis from 2018 to 2022

Technology is a basic need of everyone so it can be said that educational innovation and educational technology are inseparable whole and causes the use of technology in the scope of education to be a must to achieve a more advanced and quality education. Therefore, it is important to know the development of technology in the scope of education so that it can be the basis for technological development in education in the future. The purpose of this study is to analyze and find out the trends of technology research in the field of education in the last 5 years starting from 2018 to 2022. This study uses bibliometric analysis which is a quantitative statistical analysis tool that is often used to provide analysis of existing publications with the help of VOSviewer to visualize data and use databases in Scopus. Then, based on the results of the analysis, 547 publications were obtained in the span of 5 years, starting from 2018 to 2022, furthermore, technological research trends in education related to publication growth and leading affiliations, leading country and subject area, the most source title, the most cited source, the most cited authors, and keywords co occurances analysis. In addition, this research contributes and also opens up opportunities for future researchers to be able to conduct research related to technology in education, which is still small in the density visualization area.