Impact Of Education Research Articles

The Impact of Developing Moral Education on the Morality of Primary School Students in China

This study investigates the impact of moral education on the development of students' morality in these institutions. It highlights the unique political and cultural characteristics of Chinese moral education, emphasizing its role in fostering values of communism and socialism with Chinese characteristics. The research examines the effective mechanisms implemented by the government and educational departments, the crucial role of moral education teachers, and the importance of textbooks in guiding students' moral development. The study finds that despite some challenges, moral education positively influences the moral growth of primary school students in China. Recommendations for policymakers, educators, and teachers are provided to enhance the effectiveness of moral education, ensuring it meets both practical and individual needs.

Impact of Comprehensive Predialysis Education (CoPE) on Rural Veterans' Informed Kidney Replacement Therapy (KRT) Selection

Impact of Comprehensive Predialysis Education (CoPE) on Rural Veterans' Informed Kidney Replacement Therapy (KRT) Selection

Career planning matters: Intelligence-based career path predictions using data mining models - A longitudinal study

It is essential for students to plan their careers because selecting the right career path shapes a person’s life. In such disciplines as computer science, information technology, and software engineering, assisting students toward appropriate employment is even more helpful. Thus, throughout the student’s education, they must evaluate their strengths to determine which professional sector corresponds to their abilities. It is for this reason that this research introduces an intelligencebased career recommendation system that will incorporate the analysis of such factors as the student’s academic performance, economic status, and demographic features to use data mining models in determining the best prospective career path to offer the student a more transparent and more informed vision and course to set on in the future. Three key aspects were addressed: first, one or another model and classifier for assessing the impact of pre-university education on the choice of a profession and, consequently, the selection of technologies were used. Second, these models accurately forecast students' careers using core courses, CGPA, and FYP data. Third, socioeconomic or demographic data was incorporated into the prediction to make it more accurate. Regarding the method of class distribution balancing, the Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) approach was used. The study reveals that variables specifying preuniversity education directly impact students’ career choices and that, employing data mining techniques, career choices could be forecasted considering academic performance and other related factors.

The Impact of Visual Arts Education on Communication Skills

The Impact of Visual Arts Education on Communication Skills

Nutrition and Glycemic Control in Children and Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Attending Diabetes Camps.

Background/Objectives: Diabetes camps for children and adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes mellitus (T1DM) offer the opportunity to have a camping experience in a safe and supportive environment where they can receive diabetes skills education, such as glucose self-monitoring, insulin injections, management of hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, and nutritional recommendations, including meal planning and carbohydrate counting. The ultimate goal of diabetes camps is to educate children to manage their condition independently, without parental involvement. Additionally, attending a diabetes camp is an excellent opportunity to meet peers and share their experiences and concerns about their condition, enhancing their confidence and reducing diabetes-related emotional distress. The aim of this review was to assess whether the nutritional planning and education offered at diabetes camps has a favorable effect on the glycemic control of attending children and adolescents. Methods: A literature search in PubMed and Scopus databases was performed. Eligible for inclusion were studies evaluating the effect of nutritional education offered in diabetes camps on glycemic control of children and adolescents with T1DM. Results: The majority of identified eligible studies supported the beneficial impact of the nutritional education offered in diabetes camps on glycemic control during and after the camp sessions. The favorable effect, though, seemed to be temporarily sustained (<6 months). Conclusions: Continuous nutritional education is required to prolong the duration of these beneficial outcomes. Further interventional studies are required to evaluate the direct effect of nutritional education provided at diabetes camps on glycemic control of children and adolescents with T1DM and the actual duration of favorable outcomes.

Exploring the burden of paediatric acute otitis media with discharge in the UK: a qualitative study

BackgroundAcute otitis media with discharge (AOMd) results from a tympanic membrane perforation secondary to a middle ear infection. Currently, the impact of AOMd on children and young people (CYP) and...

Reaching the unreachable through action research? Thomas Mathiesen and the Nordic socio-legal tradition

Thomas Mathiesen has been a source of inspiration for research in critical sociology, criminology, and the sociology of law for many decades. Mathiesen’s impact extends far beyond the academic realm, as his action research lives on. This intervention discusses the ongoing influence of Mathiesen’s action research approach, which integrates research, education, and societal impact. This is illustrated through an action research project we conducted in Denmark’s largest marginalised living area, where over 1,000 public housing units are being demolished, affecting approximately 2,500 residents. In the project, we experimented with different outreach legal aid approaches, considering our own positionalities, to gain knowledge about how to establish a legal aid infrastructure that could reach the unreachable. An ethical dilemma we faced was how we could engage with the people without inadvertently naming issues, particularly legal problems, of which they might not be aware. If the residents were unaware of these issues or did not consider them important, could we then inadvertently create and juridify new problems for them? Moreover, this intervention discusses how, in alignment with Mathiesen, we combined legal aid with legal clinical education, that is, training law students to become legal aid workers. We conclude that Mathiesen’s approach remains relevant, and by integrating his action research with decolonial thoughts, new insights may emerge to reach the seemingly unreachable.

Analyzing and Improving Times Higher Education World University and Impact Rankings

Analyzing and Improving Times Higher Education World University and Impact Rankings

Mithila Women in the Past and Present: A Journey of Resilience and Transformation

This paper explores the multifaceted journey of Mithila women, tracing their evolution from historical to contemporary times. Situated in the culturally rich region of Mithila, spanning parts of Northern India and Nepal, these women have been the custodians of a profound heritage characterized by resilience and adaptability. The paper delves into their roles within traditional societal frameworks, where they have long been pivotal in maintaining cultural practices such as the renowned Madhubani art. Through examining historical texts, cultural studies, and contemporary research, this study highlights Mithila women's enduring strength and agency. Despite rigid patriarchal structures and socio-economic challenges, Mithila women have continually carved out spaces for self-expression and empowerment. The paper investigates the transformative impact of education, economic participation, and political involvement on their lives. It emphasises how access to education has not only enhanced their capacities but also contributed to the socio economic development of their communities. The rise of Mithila women in local governance and their increasing role in Panchayati Raj institutions signify a shift towards greater political empowerment and social change. Ultimately, this paper aims to contribute to the broader discourse on gender and development by offering insights into the unique experiences of Mithila women. It underscores their journey of resilience and transformation as a testament to their enduring spirit and as a critical aspect of the region's socio-cultural fabric. The study calls for sustained efforts to address the challenges faced by Mithila women and to support their ongoing journey towards equality and empowerment.

The Effect of ICT Usage on Economic Growth in the MENA Region: Does the Level of Education Matter?

This paper examines the effect of information and communication technology (ICT) usage on economic growth in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with a focus on how education levels modulate this relationship. Covering data from 2000 to 2020 and employing a panel ARDL model for analysis, this research finds that, while ICT is prevalent across MENA, its impact on economic growth is negative. Furthermore, it reveals that education plays a crucial role in determining ICT’s effectiveness on economic growth. However, the positive impact of education is overshadowed by the adverse effects of brain drain, which negates the potential benefits ICT could have on the economy. This study highlights the importance for MENA policymakers to address the brain drain issue to enhance the positive impact of ICT on economic growth, suggesting the need for strategies that leverage both ICT and education to effectively foster economic development.

Revealing dynamic goals for university’s sustainable development with a coupling exploration of SDGs

The sustainability of universities is important to realize global SDGs. However, there is a lack of research on the internal dynamic relationship of the SDGs in universities. This study aims to deep tap the dynamic mechanism and scientific core connotation of the relationship among the environmental, economic, and social dimensions in the sustainable development of the top 100 universities ranked by the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, in order to point out the specific action direction in line with their characteristics. This study adopts coupling model, Sustainable Development Triangle model, and Grey Relational Analysis to learn the development system and the main development dynamic goals of universities on five continents. The results show that the development of the top sustainable universities in the five continents is very uneven with three echelons of development in the world. Although the sustainability quality in the world has improved year by year, the sub-quality of sustainability of the top universities on each continent is obviously different. The sustainable coupling degrees of the top universities of the five continents are increasing, but the overall coupling strength is not high. The development of coupling is at the level of weak coordination. SDG12 is the main dynamic goal for the top universities in Asia and America, SDG6 is for Europe and Oceania, and SDG3 is for Africa.

Evaluation of a Web-Based Surgical Training Approach and Insights from Distal Bypass Competition 2021 Using a Simulator Kit

ObjectiveThe study aimed to assess a novel web-based surgical training approach among young vascular surgeons and validate web-based evaluation methods for assessing anastomosis skills through the online Distal Bypass Competition (DBC). MethodsThe Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skill (OSATS) was utilized to assess anastomosis proficiency using a simulator among 42 participants (17 junior and 25 senior surgeons) in the DBC 2021. Initial evaluation of basic anastomosis skills was conducted via recorded videos, comparing OSATS scores with instructor-derived impression-based scores (Comprehensive Evaluation Score: CES) during the nomination round. Real-time evaluations conducted over Zoom focused on assessing technical and composition scores of the anastomoses to determine finalists. The ice-skating method addresses potential variability among judges by excluding the highest and lowest scores for each procedural element from the final evaluation. This method, demonstrated in real-time, provides trainees with valuable feedback on which movements are highly rated, enhancing the educational impact. Evaluation criteria included precision in needlework, external appearance, handling of the intima, and internal morphology of the anastomosis. Furthermore, voluntary survey questionnaires were administered to gather participant feedback on their experience with DBC 2021. ResultsThe OSATS was associated with a lower coefficient of variation (CV) than was the CES (0.19 ± 0.07 vs. 0.24 ± 0.09, P=0.01) with regard to the evaluation of basic anastomotic skills in the nomination round. Interestingly, there was no significant difference in CV between PES based on OSATS and CES in the senior class (0.16 ± 0.06 vs. 0.22 ± 0.09, P=0.13), but a significant difference was particularly evident in the junior class (0.12 ± 0.07 vs. 0.27 ± 09, P=0.03). Lower scores were associated with higher CVs in both classes, but the OSATS improved the CV among participants who had inadequate anastomosis skills. In real-time evaluation, composition scores exhibited higher CVs compared to technical scores, even among high-scoring participants. Notably, the internal morphology of the anastomosis had the largest CV in the composition scores. The ice-skating method reduced the CV as compared to the original data evaluated using the OSATS (0.15 ± 0.04 vs. 0.09 ± 0.02 for the technical score, P<0.01 and 0.18 ± 1.00 vs. 0.07 ± 0.05 for the composition score, P=0.03); accordingly, the ice-skating method was more conducive to objective, real-time evaluation. The results of the post-DBC survey indicated that 89% of participants reported increased training time, and half of these participants indicated that their confidence in their clinical skills related to this procedure increased due to the process of training for the DBC. ConclusionsThe OSATS yielded more detailed evaluations of anastomosis skill with lower variability compared to the instructor’s impression-based evaluation in this web-based training. Real-time evaluation methods, such as the ice-skating method, have proven to be valuable tools for standardized assessment of web-based surgical education.

The Parental Influence on Their Children’s Career Choices

This study explores the role of parents in shaping their children’s career aspirations, with a specific focus on the impact of parental education and urban-rural divides on career guidance involvement. Data were collected from 5,000 parents across 200 schools in 17 regions and 3 cities using convenience sampling methods. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze respondents’ demographic and academic backgrounds. The results reveal that parents with secondary education are more actively engaged in guiding their children’s career decisions compared to those with higher education. Furthermore, a significant urban-rural divide exists, with rural parents demonstrating lower awareness and involvement in career guidance activities, potentially limiting career aspirations among rural students. Parental involvement peaks during middle school and declines as students approach higher education. These findings highlight the need for targeted career guidance interventions, particularly in rural areas, to ensure equitable support for all students. The study concludes by recommending strategies to increase parental engagement across different educational levels and geographical locations.

Empowering Malaysia’s Youth: Assessing the Impact of STEM Education

The objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) initiative in attaining the objectives specified in Malaysia's Education Development Plan (PPPM) 2013- 2025. This study emphasises the significance of incorporating STEM education in Malaysia, with a specific focus on its contribution to the development of analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and creative thinking among the youth. The focus of this study is specifically directed towards the country of Malaysia. This underscores the need to employ a comprehensive and interdisciplinary methodology while developing a strategy The present study involves the analysis of replies provided by participants enrolled in a STEM education program. The dataset comprises demographic data of students spanning from Forms 1 to 5, together with information pertaining to their levels of interest in STEM. The analysis of post-program surveys indicates a notable increase in agreement and high agreement, particularly in the subjects of Mathematics and Engineering. This trend suggests an increasing level of enthusiasm among individuals toward pursuing careers in the STEM disciplines. A large majority (78%) of participants said the program influenced their future STEM interests, especially in engineering.

STRATEGIES FOR INCREASING THE QUALITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND ITS IMPACT ON THE ECONOMY OF KAZAKHSTAN

The purpose of the study is to assess the impact of higher education on the economic development of Kazakhstan using a systems approach. The paper analyzes strategies for improving the quality of higher education and their role in the growth of the country's economy. The study is conducted using regression modeling, data analysis and assessment of the contribution of various factors to improving the quality of education. In the course of the study, the authors offer recommendations on areas of investment in the educational sphere that meet the current needs of the economy of Kazakhstan. The study is based on the hypothesis of the positive impact of investment in education on the long-term economic growth of Kazakhstan. The analysis includes an assessment of the relationship between the quality of educational policy and economic development. The authors conclude that it is necessary to take into account the level of quality of the educational system when developing investment strategies, choosing areas that best meet the current and future needs of the economy.

Prevention of extremism and terrorism in schools: experience of the republic of Dagestan

The article presents the results of the study of preventive anti-terrorist educational work among students of general education schools of the Republic of Dagestan. It is noted that this work with school youth is carried out systematically and comprehensively with the participation of not only teachers, but also external subjects of preventive influence on adolescents from among representatives of law enforcement agencies, various ministries and departments authorised in the field of youth, information and state national policy, cultural and art figures, representatives of the official Muslim clergy, athletes, deputies, veterans of the Special Military Operation and other public opinion leaders. It was revealed that the main format of this work is a thematic preventive conversation with schoolchildren, that requires certain pedagogical skills and competencies. Using a formalised expert survey of school teachers and a series of research interviews, an assessment of the effectiveness of this activity was identified, as well as problems that hinder the improvement of the quality of anti-extremist educational work with Dagestani youth. Noting the importance and usefulness of this work, the interviewed teachers point to a number of problems and factors that reduce its effectiveness. The workload of teachers with &amp;amp;quot;paperwork&amp;amp;quot;, frequent demands for various kinds of reports on the work done, formalism, holding events without taking into account the age and individual characteristics of students, incompetence, lack of understanding and support from the parent community, weak interest in such events from both teachers and schoolchildren and a number of other factors hinder the improvement of the quality of anti-terrorist educational work with Dagestani youth. It seems that the prevention of extremism and terrorism is part of the general educational impact of the comprehensive school institution on a child, raising him to be a moral, law-abiding and patriotic citizen. To improve the quality of this work, it is important to raise the authority of school teachers at the state level, since a teacher without authority is a bad educator for teenagers not only in the area of countering the spread of the ideology of extremism and terrorism, but also in the matter of spiritual, moral and patriotic education in general.

The Impact of the Clinical Pharmacist-Led Diabetes Education on the Knowledge and Attitude of Individuals with Type II Diabetes Mellitus: An Interventional Study.

Diabetes mellitus is a complex condition to manage. Patients with a greater understanding and knowledge of their condition might achieve better glycemic control than others. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of clinical pharmacist-led diabetes education on the knowledge and attitude of individuals with type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study was a quasi-experimental study which was conducted at a diabetes clinic in Khartoum, Sudan. The study population was adult individuals with T2DM who attended the diabetes clinic. The estimated sample size was 182 participants. The participants were selected randomly by a simple random sampling method. The knowledge and attitudes of the participants were assessed at baseline and at the end of the study after 12 months. The intervention was carried out through educational materials about diabetes and medications for its treatment. The majority of the participants were females. The mean age was 54.5 (±10) years. Most participants had a family history of diabetes (69.2%). The mean knowledge score after the intervention was increased by 1.4 (±0.1) from baseline, p value (<0.001), while the mean attitude score was increased by 1.7 (±0.2) from baseline, p value (<0.001). At baseline, 14.8% of the participants had a high level of knowledge and 18.7% had a negative attitude, while after intervention for 12 months, 28.5% of them had a high level of knowledge and 16.8% had a negative attitude (p values < 0.001, 0.032, respectively). The knowledge of and attitudes towards diabetes differed significantly as a result of the educational program provided by the clinical pharmacist.

Exploring the Boundaries of Digital Popular Music Education in Kenya

With technology enhancement and digitalisation of teaching and learning, creative arts and performance are evolving daily. Additionally, the empirical review indicates that Kenya has already embraced these developments even though much must be done. Music education, which relies on creative arts and performance is among the benefactors of digitalisation of learning and teaching. Therefore, the digitalisation of popular music enhances the genres as instructional tools; facilitating access would help improve pedagogical contexts, easing learning and teaching. This study investigates the implementation and impact of Popular Music Education (PME) in Kenya, addressing the challenges and opportunities inherent in integrating digital technologies into the PME curriculum. Using a qualitative research approach, with phenomenological design through the pragmatic paradigm, the research assesses the effectiveness of digital tools in enhancing musical skills and knowledge among students while considering infrastructural and socio-economic barriers. Findings reveal that the digitalisation of PME holds significant potential for improving access, delivery, and quality of learning and teaching but is constrained by resource limitations, connectivity issues, teacher development, and digital teaching and instructional tools. This study contributes to understanding how digital advancements can be tailored to fit the unique context of poorly developed counties in Kenya to offer 21st-century PME. The study is limited to the availability of contextualised data in Kenya that can depict the exactness of digital capabilities in the teaching and learning of popular music in Kenya.

Prenatal Breastfeeding Education with or without Hand Expressing Human Milk and Breastfeeding Duration in a Rural Population.

The benefits of breastfeeding are well recognized. However, exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates are well below the Healthy People 2030 Guidelines, with a rapid drop in exclusive breastfeeding over the first 3 months of life. Although breastfeeding support has increased the initiation of breastfeeding, the role of perinatal interventions, particularly in the context of breastfeeding support, remains a topic of contradiction. This observational study was designed to assess the impact of a unique prenatal educational intervention in rural East Texas. The study had two aims: (1) to determine whether the addition of prenatal breastfeeding education increased the rate of exclusive breastfeeding at four time points, and (2) to assess the impact of hand expression education on breastfeeding exclusivity. Differences in breastfeeding behaviors were seen between those who received the education and those who did not for exclusivity and duration of breastfeeding. Participants who received the hand expression education were 1.79 times more likely to continue EBF practices at three months postpartum, 6.27 times more likely to continue EBF practices at six months postpartum, and 3.34 times more likely to continue breastfeeding at twelve months postpartum than those who did not receive any hand expression education. This study demonstrates that prenatal education is beneficial for increasing breastfeeding exclusivity and duration and underscores its potential to improve maternal and infant health outcomes. Further research is needed to resolve the ongoing debate and advance our understanding of interventions to increase breastfeeding duration.

The Impact of Music Education on Children’s Cognitive Development: From Traditional Classrooms to Modern Digital Platforms

The Impact of Music Education on Children’s Cognitive Development: From Traditional Classrooms to Modern Digital Platforms