Division Students Research Articles

Application of Video Game Algorithm Based on Deep Q-Network Learning in Music Rhythm Teaching

The difficulty of music rhythm teaching makes its teaching effect limited. Some game algorithms show problems of stuttery and unclear picture when they are introduced into teaching, which greatly restricts the development of teaching content. Therefore, it is proposed to activate the deep Q network and improve the filter to improve the processing performance of game image data and the integrity of information retention. The model fuses the extracted features and processes them through the neural network. According to the performance characteristics and forms of music rhythm, constant Q transformation, dynamic programming algorithm and hidden Markov model are proposed to analyze and design music signal, beat point analysis and signal traveling speed, so as to realize the identification and matching of music rhythm. The performance test and application analysis of the proposed fusion improvement algorithm are carried out: the video game algorithm can effectively extract data feature information, and its accuracy rate is basically 90% or above. The improved Deep Q-network (DQN) and Artificial Fish Swarms Algorithm (AFSA) algorithms can maintain an accuracy of over 75%, followed by the ABC algorithm, which maintains an accuracy of over 70%, but exhibits significant fluctuations in the curve changes and nodes. The recognition accuracy of music signal feature extraction is over 70%, and it is less affected by signal-to-noise ratio. The improved activation function showed that the highest game score exceeded 10 points, while the scores of Rectified Linear Unit (ReLU) function and Hyperbolic tangent function (Tanh) function were basically hovering below 5 points, and the overall score curve fluctuated significantly. The recognition accuracy of music signal features extraction is above 70% and is less affected by Signal to Noise Ratio. The algorithm has a good effect of music rhythm teaching, the students' interest in classroom learning is more than 45%, and the learning weakness is less. The average score of students in music style judgment, rhythm division and index is 85 points and 90 points respectively, which is much higher than the 40 points and 63 points of traditional teaching. The proposed algorithm can better combine video games with music teaching and help students improve their learning effect under the gamification teaching method, and has good application value

Visualization of AI Accuracy: A Novel Assignment for the Teaching of Critical Thinking and Science Writing

Background Rapid changes brought on by generative artificial intelligence (AI) have emphasized the need to teach students to work with this technology while also developing the “robot proof” human skills future workers will need, such as creativity, communication, and critical thinking. Objective The study objective was to explore whether a fact-checking, generative-AI assignment, inserted between the outline, and first-draft stages of a student's literature review writing process, would relate to student classification, perceptions of AI accuracy, and future trust in AI-generated content. Method Students in upper and lower division psychology classes used AI to generate a literature review on their final paper topic, which they then fact-checked for accuracy and usefulness using a color-coded system. Results Lower division students expected more inaccuracy, highlighted less information as inaccurate, and reported greater future trust of AI-generated content than upper division students. Conclusion Students with more experience critically evaluating primary sources may be better equipped to detect inaccuracies within AI-generated content. Teaching Implications Teachers of any course requiring a literature review paper may use this assignment to encourage student use of AI with a critical eye toward recognizing where that content is incorrect.

The Influence of Role Plays and Learning Motivation Towards The First Year Room Division Students Speaking Ability at Tourism Polytechnic of Palembang

Speaking ability is an important skill that must be possessed by students, especially in the field of tourism. This study aims to explore the effect of role play and learning motivation on the speaking ability of first-year students of the Rooms Division at Palembang Tourism Polytechnic. This research method used a factorial design with a population of first-year students of the Hospitality Department. The research sample consisted of 32 participants, consisting of 16 people in the Experiment Group and 16 people in the Control Group. Data were collected through questionnaires and two measurement instruments, then analyzed using Two-Way Analysis of Variance. The results showed that there was a significant effect of role play on students' speaking ability, both those with high and low learning motivation. In addition, conventional teaching techniques also had a significant effect on students' speaking ability, depending on their level of learning motivation. The use of role play proved to be more effective than the conventional teaching technique in improving students' speaking ability. This finding shows that there is an interaction between role play and learning motivation that affects students' speaking ability. Therefore, this finding emphasizes the importance of applying innovative methods and high motivation in the learning process to improve students' speaking ability. The implications of this study suggest that educators prioritize interactive and motivational teaching strategies to improve speaking skills, which are crucial for career readiness in the tourism industry. In addition, role play can be a key component in the curriculum that aims to improve communication skills at various levels of student motivation.

Prevalence of obsessive compulsive disorder among first year medical students in Sylhet division

Prevalence of obsessive compulsive disorder among first year medical students in Sylhet division

Depression, anxiety and stress among first year medical students in Sylhet division

Depression, anxiety and stress among first year medical students in Sylhet division

Indian American undergraduates’ attitudes toward seeking mental health services: the mediating role of model minority myth internalization and perception of university environment

Objective: Using a psychosociocultural framework, the study explored the relationship between Indian American undergraduates’ internalized attitudes of the model minority myth (MMM) and their attitudes toward seeking mental health services. Participants: A total of 205 undergraduates (108 females, 96 males, 1 non-binary) who were primarily upper division students (77 lower division [first years/sophomores] and 128 upper division [juniors/seniors]) from across the U.S. participated in this study. Method: Students completed an online study of five standardized scales. Results: Hierarchical regression analysis indicated the psychological, social, and cultural constructs collectively accounted toward attitudes toward seeking mental health services. MMM internalization and environmental factors also acted as mediating variables toward different help seeking subscales. Conclusions: The study’s findings deepen the understanding of Indian American attitudes toward seeking mental health services, with directives for future research and student services discussed.

The Role of Learning Resource Centres in Enhancing Self-Learning of Senior Secondary Students

The School Learning Resource Centre is staple of the co-curricular activities and a way to encourage self-learning of students which makes the best contribution to stimulate the interest of students in general knowledge development and knowledge seeking. Learning resource centres play a major role in making students use their free time and improve their reading habits. Through this, students’ curricular and co-curricular activities are improved. However, in recent times, it has been pointed out that the number of students visiting learning resource centres and using the learning resources there is decreasing. This situation has had a negative impact on their academic achievement. It is in this background that the research has been carried out regarding the role of learning resource centres in enhancing the self-learning of students in Akkaraipattu education division. Among the activities undertaken through the learning resource centre to promote self-learning of students. The objectives of this research are to identify the contributions made directly. The objectives of this research are to identify the contributions made by the subject teachers and the contributions made by the school management and to analyze the relationship between these contributions and the self-learning of the students and to identify the challenges in effectively carrying out the activities of the learning resource centre to enhance the self-learning of the students. This research has also been carried out in the design of a descriptive survey research under the mixed research approach and 5 schools in the Akkaraipattu education division have been selected and their learning resource centre in-charges, subject teachers, school management committee members were taken as the population of the research and 60 people were selected samples using purposive sampling method. Quantitative and qualitative data collected through questionnaire, interview and observation tools have been analyzed using percentage survey and correlation coefficient. The following have been identified through this. The contribution of the learning resource Centre and the contribution of the school management in enhancing the self-learning of the students are at a high level. However, the contribution of subject teachers is at a low level. Meanwhile, there is a low positive correlation between learning research centre subject teachers’ contributions and students’ achievement. On the contrary, there is a high positive correlation between the contributions of school management and student achievement. Therefore, the contribution of the teachers who have the most influence in enhancing the self-learning of the students is less and it has had a less impact on the achievement of the students. Similarly, although the direct contribution of the learning resource Centre, which is highly influential in enhancing self-learning of students have been high, it has had a low impact on student achievement. Therefore, learning resource centre in-charges, subject teachers, school management and other school community should work together to carry out proper planning and effectively carry out the activities of the learning resource centre in a manner is suitable for implementing a blended learning approach can enhance self – learning of students.

Developing a Guide for a Mathematics Teacher Preparation Program: An Evaluation Study

This study aims to evaluate and develop the mathematics teacher preparation program at the College of Education in Sohag, utilizing a set of national and international standards. The primary objectives include diagnosing the current state of the program, establishing clear goals, standards, and skills for mathematics teacher preparation, and identifying strengths and weaknesses. The evaluation results highlight notable strengths, such as the presence of experienced faculty members with diverse backgrounds and the program's success in fostering positive attitudes towards the teaching profession. Additionally, the availability of various laboratories enhances students' academic and professional readiness. However, the study also identifies important weaknesses, including a traditionalist approach that fails to keep pace with current advancements. The objectives and standards of the program are found to be unclear and general, lacking specificity in the desired skills and competencies for teacher preparation. The study further reveals a lack of comprehensive descriptions and objectives for academic courses, insufficient emphasis on incorporating educational innovations into the curriculum, and a weak connection between the scientific content of the program and practical teaching applications. Additionally, the evaluation methods employed in the current program are deemed in need of development and diversification, as they primarily focus on rote memorization rather than measuring deeper understanding and application of knowledge. The creation of a comprehensive guide for the "Mathematics Teacher Preparation Program" underscores the crucial role of teachers as fundamental elements in the educational process. The guide has been meticulously developed using scientific methods, aiming to address a gap in the internal regulations of the College of Education in Sohag. It serves as a valuable resource for all individuals involved in the preparation of Mathematics Division students at the college, particularly those who will graduate and embark on careers as mathematics teachers. The guide presents the methodological components of mathematics teacher preparation in a manner that reflects systemic thinking, ensuring a cohesive and well-rounded approach to training future educators in the field of mathematics

Psychological resilience for students of faculty of physical education and sports science

Background and Study Aim. Understanding the psychological resilience of the student population is becoming increasingly significant in contemporary times. The research aims to identify the level of psychological resilience among students at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, and also the differences in average scores in the level of psychological resilience among them. Material and Methods. The research used a descriptive approach, employing the survey method to collect data. The research sample deliberately included 68 male and female students from the teaching, training, and rehabilitation division in the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences. The Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) was used after excluding some items to make it suitable for the Libyan environment. Results. The results show a high level of psychological resilience among the students in both the teaching and training divisions, while it was average for the students in the rehabilitation division. Additionally, there are statistically significant differences between the three divisions, with the teaching division having higher scores. There are no statistically significant differences between the training and rehabilitation divisions in terms of the scale of psychological resilience, due to the similarity of means. Conclusions. Increasing the level of students' psychological resilience may result from assigning greater responsibility to them during the field training period, which simulates their future work environment. Additionally, it is advisable to develop preventive programs aimed at reducing the low level of psychological resilience among students and to prepare guidance programs aimed at enhancing psychological resilience among students.

자유전공학부 운영 현황 및 학생 특성 분석에 관한 연구

This thesis aims to guide the future development of the liberal studies system in Korean universities. It assesses the current state of universities with this system and analyzes student characteristics. The study delves into the concept of talent, educational goals, and main programs of liberal studies institutions in Korean universities. Additionally, it scrutinizes the talent concept, vision, and educational goals of I University's Liberal Studies Division, exploring concrete education programs. The research also examines traits of Liberal Studies Division students, surveying freshmen on motivation, satisfaction, participation, commitment, major decisions, and preferences. To establish the liberal studies system, the study suggests recognizing the tradition and value of liberal education, designing a systematic curriculum, implementing theme-centered classes for active student participation, and devising customized support strategies for rational major choices.

Child and youth mental health and wellbeing before and after returning to in-person learning in secondary schools in the context of COVID-19.

As children reintegrate with in-person classroom learning after COVID-19, health and education institutions should remain mindful of students' mental health. There is a paucity of data on changes in students' mental health before, during and after their return to in-person classroom learning. We collected and analyzed data on self-reported wellbeing, general mental health, perceived stress, and help-seeking attitudes from grade 7-12 students in a Catholic school division in Canada (n = 258 at baseline; n = 132 at follow-up). Outcomes were compared according to demographic differences such as gender, grade level, experience accessing mental health services, and presence of support staff between baseline and follow-up. Effects of time points and each demographic variable on each outcome and on the prediction of students' mental health were also analyzed. No significant differences were apparent for outcomes between baseline and follow-up. However, specific subgroups: junior high students, male students, students who had not accessed mental health services, and students who had access to support-staff had better outcomes than their counterparts. From baseline to follow-up, male students reported mental health decline [Mean = 11.79, SD = 6.14; Mean = 16.29, SD = 7.47, F(1, 333) = 8.36, p < 0.01]; students who had not accessed mental health services demonstrated greater stress [Mean = 20.89, SD = 4.09; Mean = 22.28, SD = 2.24, F(1, 352) = 6.20, p < 0.05]; students who did not specify a binary gender reported improved general mental health [Mean = 19.87, SD = 5.89; Mean = 13.00, SD = 7.40, F(1, 333) = 8.70, p < 0.01], and students who did not have access to support-staff improved help-seeking attitudes [Mean = 22.32, SD = 4.62; Mean = 24.76, SD = 4.81; F(1, 346) = 5.80, p < 0.05]. At each time point, students indicated parents, guardians, and close friends as their most-preferred help-seeking sources. High stress predicted lower wellbeing at baseline, but higher wellbeing at follow-up. Students presented stable mental health. Subgroups with decreased mental health may benefit from extra mental health support through building capacity among teachers and health care professionals to support students following public health emergencies.

Impact of Using Social Media on the Academic Performance A Case of College Going Students in Loralai Division

This study aimed to explore the impact of using social media on students, academic performance. Reviewing studies confirmed the use of social media by students for various purposes including academic purpose, socialization purpose, entertainment purpose, general information, and addictiveness. Using quantitative exploratory study method, the data was collected from college-going students in Loralai division. The data was collected using a predesigned / adopted questionnaire having close-ended items with 5-points Likert Scale. The findings of the study reveal a statistically significant and positive impact of using social media for academic and socialization purpose on students’ academic performance. Nevertheless, the study did not find a significant impact of using social media for entertainment purpose, for general information, and as addictiveness on students’ academic performance. Based on the findings, the study presented recommendations for the respective stakeholders (including parents, teachers, colleges’ administration and students including the creation of a controlled environment to make sure that students avoid negative use of social media applications and conducting of awareness sessions for students to use social media applications effectively and constructively.

Impact of Online Learning on the Performance of School Students during the Pandemic Period of Covid

The COVID-19 impacted the educational system in Sri Lanka as it has in many other nations worldwide. As a result, educational system has transitioned from traditional face-to-face classes to online classes. The primary goal of this research is to provide a comprehensive review of the impact of online learning on A/L students’ performance in the Kolonnawa educational division. Quantitative descriptive analysis, chi-square test and binary regression analysis were applied to the data acquired via structured questionnaire from A/L students in the Kolonnawa educational division to address the research questions. As the sample, 269 A/L students were selected. According to the findings, students’ participation, technology, expectations, ease of use, internet facility and stress are significantly associated with student’s performance. According to the results of the chi-square statistics, Students’ participation, instructor quality, course design, students’ expectations, technology, ease of use, and examination procedure had a significant association with the student’s performance. Moreover, students need help with online classes. The biggest problem they faced was the power cuts during the online courses. To improve Sri Lanka’s new standard education system, the study’s overall recommendations include organising seminars, training on new technologies, and awareness activities for educational stakeholders, providing incentives to purchase digital devices, and enhancing internet access. In addition, the results of the binary model demonstrate that when all variables are considered concurrently, the predictor variables identified as students’ participation, technology, expectations, ease of use, internet facility and stress are significantly associated with student’s performance.

Impact of Using Social Media on the Academic Performance A Case of College Going Students in Loralai Division

This study aimed to explore the impact of using social media on students, academic performance. Reviewing studies confirmed the use of social media by students for various purposes including academic purpose, socialization purpose, entertainment purpose, general information, and addictiveness. Using quantitative exploratory study method, the data was collected from college-going students in Loralai division. The data was collected using a predesigned / adopted questionnaire having close-ended items with 5-points Likert Scale. The findings of the study reveal a statistically significant and positive impact of using social media for academic and socialization purpose on students’ academic performance. Nevertheless, the study did not find a significant impact of using social media for entertainment purpose, for general information, and as addictiveness on students’ academic performance. Based on the findings, the study presented recommendations for the respective stakeholders (including parents, teachers, colleges’ administration and students including the creation of a controlled environment to make sure that students avoid negative use of social media applications and conducting of awareness sessions for students to use social media applications effectively and constructively.

DIGITAL ECO-TEACHING AND ECO-LEARNING IN UNIVERSITY EDUCATION

The rapid development of online technologies and the ongoing changes in the educational system are highly topical issues at the moment. Most educational institutions have come up with new approaches and educational technologies, with a “connectivism approach”, mixed learning and BYOD technology being among them. The authors, who teach foreign languages, set a goal to study how the use of various messengers and applications affects the quality of classes. The authors used a new term - “eco-system”, which means a set of online services united around one topic. In this regard, they spoke about “eco-teaching” and “eco-learning” in higher education. They hypothesized that the use of resources of different online platforms promotes effective learning of a foreign language. To prove their hypothesis, the authors conducted an experiment in Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in the spring term of 2022. The students of the experimental division enjoyed eco-learning using different apps and messengers in their devices. The authors used theoretical (analysis and generalization of methodical literature), empirical (observation, experiment and interviewing) and mathematical (visualization and statistical calculation) research methods. The possibility of “eco-teaching” and “eco-learning” was considered as the IV (independent variable) of the experiment; the students’ academic results were considered as the DV (dependent variable). The obtained data allowed the authors to conclude that the use of the eco-system affected the academic performance of students and increased their satisfaction with the process of learning. Eco-teaching and eco-learning proved to be very promising in higher educational institutions.

Strategi Prekrutan Calon Mahasiswa Program Studi Matematika dengan Metode Roadshow di MA Abdussatar Kediri, Lombok Barat

The promotion aims to attract prospective students to enter University. Socialization can introduce higher education institutions to senior high school students. One of the most effective ways to attract prospective students is the school visit or roadshow program. This program was carried out by lecturers and students of the mathematics division, UNW FMIPA, on May 2022 at MA Abdussatar Kediri, West Lombok. The roadshow program was attacked and got a positive response from MA Abdussatar teachers and students. The activity has given students motivation, insight, and knowledge regarding the existence of a mathematics study program at Nahdlatul Wathan University Mataram. Hopefully, this program can increase the motivation of the students to continue their education to a higher level.

Smoking Fashion among Undergraduate College–Going Female Students

Background: The world’s leading preventable cause of premature illness and death is smoking. Every year, tobacco use and smoking cause the untimely deaths of almost three million people worldwide, with one million of those deaths occurring in developing countries. Objectives: The present study was conducted to determine the prevalence of smoking, knowledge about the harmful effects of smoking on health, and the influence of their family members’ smoking habits among female college-going students of the Kashmir division. Materials and Methods: This is a type of cross-sectional study. A sample of 384 female college-going students was selected by a nonrandom and convenient sampling method from various colleges of the Kashmir division. A self-administrated questionnaire was used to determine the personal, social, and educational characteristics of the study participants. They were also asked about their smoking types, status, length of time they had been smoking, understanding of the negative consequences of smoking, how many cigarettes they smoked each day, and their motivations for quitting. Results: The prevalence of present smoking cigarettes was 8.3%, whereas 7.3% of the participants were previous smokers. The prevalence of present smoking was highest among the engineering students (16.1%) and lowest among the students of commerce (3.9%). A majority (68%) of the smokers’ parents were also smokers. Almost 55.9% of smokers started their smoking habit to cope with stress, and 5.1% of the participants did not know that smoking causes serious health problems. The most common factors for quitting smoking were health concerns (88.2%). Conclusion: The present study concludes that the prevalence of smoking among female college-going students varies in different faculties and that family and friends have a great influence on individuals starting or stopping smoking.

The Effectiveness of an Instructional-learning Design Based on Integrating the Two Models of Realistic Education with Cognitive Modeling in Analytical Thinking of Fourth Grade Students in Mathematics Intermediate Students

The present research aims to identify the effectiveness of an instructional-learning design based on integrating the two models of realistic education with cognitive modeling in the analytical thinking of fourth-grade students in mathematics. To achieve the research objective, the researchers relied on the experimental design of the two research groups (experimental and control). The research sample was represented by fourth-grade scientific students at Dhi Qar Secondary School for Boys, affiliated to the Directorate of Education of Babylon. By random assignment, students of Division (B) were chosen to represent the experimental group, with (31) students, and students of the Division (A) to represent the control group with (31) students. The two researchers studied the two research groups during the trial period of the first course of the year (2021-2022), and conducted statistical equivalences between the students of the two research groups in the variables (chronological age of students calculated in months, degrees of previous achievement, test of previous information in mathematics, intelligence test Oates - Lennon).To achieve this goal, the null hypothesis was formulated “there is no statistically significant difference at the significance level (0.05) between the average scores of the experimental group that was studied according to the proposed model and the average scores of the control group that was studied in the traditional way.” The researchers identified the research community, which represents secondary and middle schools. It is affiliated with the Directorate of Education of Babylon, and Dhi Qar High School for Boys was chosen randomly, as the research sample consisted of (62) students, (31) students for the experimental group and (31) students for the control group. The researchers prepared an educational-learning design that included educational objectives, content, accompanying activities, and teaching aids. The researchers verified its validity by presenting it to jury members. To apply the research and collect data, the researchers prepared the first test: the previous information in mathematics (16) paragraphs of the type of multiple choice, and the second test: a test in analytical thinking skills consisting of (28) objective paragraphs (multiple choice), in addition to the intelligence test (Oates-Lennon) consisted of (50) objective paragraphs, and the psychometric characteristics of the tests (discriminatory power, difficulty and ease coefficient, and the effectiveness of wrong alternatives) were calculated, and after verifying the validity and reliability of the tests. The tests were applied to the two groups (the research sample) and the data was processed statistically using a t-test for two independent samples through the statistical program (spss). The results showed that there was a statistically significant difference in favor of the experimental group, who were studied according to the proposed instructional-learning design in the analytical thinking test. And between the control group, which was studied according to the usual method, and through these results, the researchers reached a set of conclusions, recommendations and suggestions

Effect of Modelling Clay on The Performance of Field-Dependent and Field-Independent Senior School Students in Cell Division

Cell division has been identified in literature as a hard-to-learn biology process due to poor instructional strategies and students’ inability to delineate between mitosis and meiosis. Hence, there is need to explore alternative strategy such as modelling clay for the concretization of cell division processes. Therefore, this study, conducted to analyse the effects of modelling clay on the performance of field-dependent and field-independent senior school students in cell division. The study is experimental research. Data was collected using observations, adopted and researchers designed tests. Qualitative and quantitative techniques were used for data analysis. The research subject was modelling clay used by 97 intact class students for learning cell division. The findings revealed that there was no significant difference in the performance of field-dependent and field-independent students. Also, there was no interaction between treatment and students’ cognitive styles. Therefore, it was concluded that modelling clay facilitated students learning of cell division irrespective of cognitive styles. The pedagogical implication is that modelling clay can enhance students’ understanding of the life processes taking place in the cell and by extension other biological processes.

Integrated Learning: An Effective Model for Food Division Learning in Polytechnic

The integrated practical learning process has not been comprehensively implemented in the Tourism Department yet. Therefore, it is considered necessary to improve the learning method. The study aims to analyses the effectiveness of integrated learning in the Food Division learning. The learning method which will be implemented action class experiment approach in which four courses, namely Food Production Operation, Restaurant and Bar Operation, Cost Control and English for Food Division are synergized under the same topic. The type of the research is classroom action research with student center learning approach. This current study applied the action class experiment approach in which two groups of samples were differently treated. The t-test, was used to test whether the learning achievement. The result of the test analysis showed that the implementation of the integrated practical learning process significantly contributed to accelerate the achievement of the competency of the students of the food division. Therefore, the integrated learning process is a highly effective one to be implemented in the vocational institution. The result of the statistical test showed that the competence achieved by the students with the integrated practical learning process was significantly different from that achieved by the students with the partial practical learning process. Therefore, it’s suggested to the management of the Tourism Department to motivate and facilitate the teaching staff especially those teaching the core courses to implement the integrated practical learning model to accelerate the achievement of competence in the learning materials taught to the students.