Female Students In Terms Research Articles

Exploring users’ adoption intention of virtual try-on apps: how users’ individual characteristics affect post-use feelings

PurposeTo gain a deeper understanding of the determinants impacting the intention of Chinese young consumers to utilize virtual try-on apps (VTOs), this study adopts a modified version of the electronic technology acceptance model (e-TAM). The primary objective is to investigate how consumers' characteristics influence their post-use feelings, subsequently affecting their attitude towards VTOs and their intention to use them. Additionally, this research aims to explore potential gender differences within this process.Design/methodology/approachIn this study, a sample of 243 college students from a university in China was recruited to participate in on-site software use. A total of 227 valid questionnaires were collected and used for data analysis. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was employed to empirically evaluate the data and test the research hypotheses. Additionally, multiple group comparisons were conducted based on gender to examine potential differences in the acceptance process.FindingsThe findings of this study reveal a significant association between users' individual characteristics and post-use feelings. Moreover, there are notable differences between male and female students in terms of their perceptions of innovativeness, knowledge and understanding regarding post-use feelings. Notably, four variables within post-use feelings, except for perceived compatibility, are found to be predictive of attitude towards VTOs. Additionally, it is observed that attitude towards VTOs directly influences users' intention to utilize them.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the research on consumers' intention to use VTOs by examining the antecedents of post-use feelings, specifically four consumers’ individual characteristics. The findings of this study offer managerial insights for professionals to formulate marketing positioning and communication strategies.

Differences in high school students' mathematical representation ability in homogeneous classes: Which is better?

Mathematical representation is one of the higher-order thinking skills needed by students in analyzing physics cases as a form of proving the truth of understanding. Referring to the inconsistencies in the results of research on mathematical representation involving gender and the phenomenon of the high ability of female students in heterogeneous classes, it is suspected that there is a relationship between class type and mathematical representation. This study aims to analyze the increase in students' mathematical representation abilities in terms of gender differences in homogeneous classes. The research subjects consisted of class X high school students in Bantul, Indonesia, consisting of 26 boys and 27 girls. The research instrument was 5 physics questions that referred to indicators of mathematical representation. Data analysis to find out how the category of mathematical representation increases using the N-Gain index. The results of this study were (1) the improvement in the ability of the male students' mathematical representation in the medium category was superior to that of the female students, (2) the improvement in the ability to make mathematical expressions and use visual representations was better for the male students, and (3) the ability of the female students in terms of making image representations better than male students. This research implies that further research is needed to be related to the causes of students' misinterpretation in dealing with physics test.

The Assessment of Self-Directed Learning Readiness Among Generation Z Kurdish EFL Undergraduates

The aim of this study is to determine the level of self-directed learning readiness among undergraduate students belonging to Generation Z in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The study sample was 225 undergraduate students in the English language and literature departments across three universities located in Erbil, Halabja, and Sulaymaniyah. The study used a quantitative approach using a questionnaire. The results showed that there was no significant difference between male and female students in terms of self-control and self-management. However, a slight difference emerged in terms of their desire for learning. A considerable variation was found between first- and fourth-year students in terms of their level of self-control. Furthermore, the results revealed a significant difference between the cities, with students from Erbil demonstrating a higher readiness level for self-directed learning compared to their peers in the other two cities. These findings provide valuable insights into the self-directed learning preparedness of undergraduate students in Kurdistan. They suggest the need for targeted efforts to promote self-directed learning, particularly in areas where readiness level is lower.

Mental Health in Malaysia: A Study of Gender Differences

Depression, anxiety, and stress are illnesses that are categorized under mental health conditions. It was anticipated that after heart disease, mental health situations are likely to be the second major health badly-behaved disturbing Malaysians by the year 2020. This situation is very disturbing among youth including university students who suffer from mental health illness which may lead to an increase in the risk of suicide, and other social problems specifically throughout the dated of the COVID-19 pandemic. It needs anticipation approaches to implement a complete social and public health method. Therefore, this study will examine the level of depression, anxiety, and stress among male and female university students in Malaysia throughout the pandemic. The study implemented the DASS-21 inventory to quantify the mental health of the male and female students throughout the pandemic. Data collected between January to May 2021 with a total of 355 respondents came from 196 female students (55.2%) and 159 male students (44.8%). The study employs the simple random sampling method consisting of 31 closed-ended questions and the Likert scale. Overall findings showed that there have been significant differences in percentage between male students and female students in terms of depression, anxiety, and stress levels. The results displayed that the depression, anxiety, and stress levels scored by the female students were higher than those of the male students. The study recommended expanding further research to socio-economic status based on the geography of the university students during and post-pandemic to determine the level of mental health among male and female university students.

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Indian Students

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the education sector globally, leading to unprecedented challenges for societies. This research paper explores the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Indian students, with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities presented in the education sector. It discusses the government’s initiatives to mitigate the disruption caused by the pandemic, which includes the closure of educational institutions and the subsequent shift to online learning. The positive impacts of this transition, such as the rise in digital literacy, increased online meetings, and improved time management skills, are examined. The paper also studies the negative consequences, emphasizing on digital divide that has widened between students from different socioeconomic backgrounds. The lack of internet connectivity, particularly in rural areas, has hindered the educational progress of many students. This disparity has led to some students taking up illegal jobs due to financial constraints, further exacerbating societal inequalities. Additionally, the gender gap in digital access is highlighted, particularly the limitations faced by female students in terms of mobile internet access. The research also sheds light on the mental health toll on students, considering the challenges of social isolation, anxiety, and an abusive environment. The study concludes by emphasizing the urgent need for efforts to bridge the digital gap, maximize the utilization of online platforms, and strengthen information technology infrastructure in educational institutions.

Pengaruh literasi ekonomi digital terhadap kesiapan menjadi guru dimoderasi oleh gender

This study aims to investigate the influence of digital economic literacy on teaching readiness, considering the moderating role of gender among students of the Economics Education Study Program in 2019 and 2020 at the State University of Surabaya. Digital economic literacy refers to individuals' ability to understand and utilize digital technology in an economic context. Teaching readiness involves the skills and knowledge required for effective teaching. The research data were collected from 117 students and analyzed using a quantitative approach with structural equation modeling (SEM) employing the WarpPLS approach. The results of the study indicate that digital economic literacy has a significant positive influence on teaching readiness. Higher levels of digital economic literacy correspond to greater readiness to become teachers. However, the gender variable does not moderate the influence of digital economic literacy on teaching readiness. Therefore, there is no difference between male and female students in terms of digital economic literacy and teaching readiness among students of the Economics Education Study Program in 2019 and 2020 at the State University of Surabaya.

Analysis on Students’ Performance to Promote Gender Equality in Creative Fashion Design

The fashion industry has prospects and it can help to project the economy to compete with the international market. However, the extent of gender imbalance emerging from the Fashion Department of Kumasi Technical University is becoming a threat to the future of the industry. This paper is aimed at creating awareness of the extent of gender imbalance and promoting the inclusion of more male fashion students in fashion institutions. This was achieved by conducting an analysis of gender performance in Creative fashion design processes. The study employed educational Design and Quantitative research methods with a descriptive style of analysis. With a sample size of n=191, a structured questionnaire was distributed to participants on different occasions during class hours to gather relevant data for the study. The results showed that, though the female students were more than the male students, the male students performed better than the female students in terms of creative fashion design processes. Most of the students were of the opinion that the famous fashion designers in history and the present day are men. Also, most of the students responded that the best fashion designers in their locality are men. The study recommends that society needs to be educated and encourage more male students to take up fashion as a career.

Pre-Service Teachers’ Computer Literacy and Attitude: Gender Perspective of Freshers in the Colleges of Education

Empirical evidence has revealed that affective-motivational variables such as pre-service teachers’ attitudes, computer literacy skills, self-efficacy, self-concept and concerns play a key role in their pedagogical decisions regarding how to integrate technology within classroom practices. This study sought to investigate pre-service teachers’ computer literacy skills and attitude when they first enter the teacher training institutions. By means of hierarchical cluster analysis, this study also examined the relationship between male and female pre-service teachers’ attitudes as well as their respective computer literacy skills. A total of 449 pre-service teachers participated voluntarily in the study through a multistage sampling procedure. The results revealed that pre-service teachers’ computer literacy skills is generally basic. Also, respondents in the study indicated a positive attitude regarding the use of technology in classroom instruction. Lastly, findings in this study further indicated that there is no significant difference between male and female students in terms of computer literacy and attitude to use computers for teaching and learning. These findings will contribute to stakeholders’ realization that gender disparity is being bridged. It will afford stakeholders the opportunity to consolidate the gains that have been achieved by giving male and female equal opportunities to the access and use technology in schools.

FEAR OF FAILURE AND SELF-ESTEEM AS PREDICTORS OF ACADEMIC PROCRASTINATION AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS

In this study, the researcher investigated the role of fear of failure and different aspects of self-esteem (positivity, openness, competence, humility, self-worth, and learning orientation) in relation to academic procrastination. The primary data was collected from a sample of 200 students (96 males and 104 females) from St. Johns College, Agra. The students were selected using random cluster multistage sampling, and their age ranged from 17 to 25 years. The study utilized three scales for data collection: the Academic Procrastination Scale by Gupta and Bashir (2018), the Performance Failure Appraisal Inventory by Conroy (2003), and the Self-Esteem Scale by Dhar and Dhar (2015). The collected data was then analyzed using t-tests, Pearson correlations, and linear regression in SPSS-22. The results of the t-tests indicated significant differences between male and female students in terms of academic procrastination, self-worth, and fear of failure. Male students scored higher than female students in academic procrastination, while female students scored higher in fear of failure and self-worth compared to male students. The Pearson correlation analysis revealed a positive correlation between fear of failure and academic procrastination, and a negative association between the different subscales of self-esteem and academic procrastination. Furthermore, the linear regression analyses indicated that fear of failure and self-worth were predictors of academic procrastination among college students. In summary, this study explored the relationship between fear of failure, self-esteem, and academic procrastination. The findings suggest that fear of failure and low self-worth are associated with higher levels of academic procrastination among college students. KEYWORDS: Fear of Failure, Self-Esteem, Academic Procrastination.

Gender Difference and Errors in Writing Narrative Texts among Indonesian EFL College Students

This study aims at identifying and analyzing linguistic and textual errors in writing narrative texts committed by male and female students of the fourth-semester English department students. The focus is on finding the significant differences between male and female students in terms of the frequencies of linguistic and textual errors in their narrative texts and the factors contributing to the errors. Data were collected through writing tests. Data were analyzed and interpreted by quantitative descriptive analysis and multivariate analysis using Two Ways ANOVA (F-Test) to investigate the significant differences linguistic and textual errors. Then the types of linguistic and textual errors in the two groups of male and female students were compared using descriptive analysis and statistical analysis. The results show that 57.93% of linguistic errors occurred in female’s narrative writing, with 42.07% occurred in male’s. Meanwhile, 46.29% of textual errors occurred in female’s narrative writing, with 53.71% found in the male’s. Statistically, there was no significantly different interaction between male and female students in terms of textual error frequency in writing narrative text, with p = 0.975 (p > 0.05) at the level of significance a = 5 %. And there was a significantly different interaction between male and female students in terms of linguistic error frequency in writing narrative texts, with p = 0.029 (p < 0.05) at the level of significance a = 5%. Several factors that affect female and male students’ errors in their narrative text are intralingual interference, language transfer, lack of knowledge about the narrative text, and gender difference.

The Association between the Quality of Family Life and the Skills of Coping with Stress Among Gifted Female Students

This paper aims to reveal the relationship between the quality of family life and the skills of coping with stress among the study sample of Talented Female Students in the Intermediate and High schools in Saudi Arabia n=167 according to a several demographic variables. It also aims to identify the level of the quality of family life and the most common skill in dealing with stress among the study sample. The researchers used a descriptive statistical approach to analyze data. In addition, they used the scale of family life quality as well as the scale of skills of coping with stress for talented students. The results of this paper showed that the talented female students have a high degree of both quality of family life and the skills of coping with stress. Moreover, it showed a positive significant relationship between the quality of family life and the skills of coping with stress. Also, there are statistically significant differences between the talented female students in the level of family life quality for the intermediate school students. However, there are no statistically significant differences between the talented female students in terms of dealing with stress in both intermediate and high school. Furthermore, there are statistically significant differences in the quality of family life level among talented students for those who have 4 to 6 members in their family. In contrast, there are no differences among talented students in the skills of coping with stress according to family members.

48-60 AYLIK ÇOCUKLARIN BİLİŞSEL İŞLEVLERİNİN İNCELENMESİ

Cognitive functions which are the main step of development and learning, are considered as a significant predictor of cognitive development in early childhood period. Cognitive functions are the pre-requisites needed for the acquiring thinking, learning and behavioral functions. Inadequate cognitive functions mostly result in low cognitive performance. The current study aims to evaluate cognitive functions of children continuing to pre-school educational institutions as well as identify the factors that may potentially affect. The study group consisted of 100 children aged 48-60 months and were studying at pre-schools. Children were randomly selected among the population that met the criteria from the randomly chosen pre-schools located in the central districts of Ankara, Turkey. “Application of Cognitive Functions Scale” was implemented to evaluate children’s cognitive functions. Turkey validity and reliability was done by Yavuz and Zembat (2017). As the scale has a dynamic assessment structure, a pre-test and a post-test score is gathered for each child. Cognitive functions are shaped by the uniqueness of each child. The results of the study showed a significant outcome in favor of the female students in terms of cognitive functions, the duration of pre-school education has an impact on cognitive skills and adult support makes a difference between children’s pre-test and post-test scores

Gender Differentials in Sociability Indices among Undergraduates Psychology Students in Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, Nigeria

This study examines the impact of gender differentials on sociability indices among undergraduate students in a Nigerian university. The findings of this study focused on individual factors inherent in developing good social skills. An understanding of people’s perceptions of social interaction and the role played by their belief system would help in planning intervention programmes that should be beneficial to society. Generally, dominance is usually difficult to be established in a social group without the group members’ attention. Males have been found to assume dominance in relationships by utilizing verbal interruption. They are more likely to use conversation as a method of gaining information and establishing status Females may report higher levels of trust in short-duration virtual teams because they are initially more trusting. 
 The findings revealed that there was a gender difference between male and female students in terms of sociability. The mean scores of the male students among the items were higher than that of female students. There was a statistically significant difference between the scores (t = 1.723, df = 48, p < 0.01), (t = 1.033, df = 48, p < 0.036). The mean scores of the female students among the items were lower than that of male students on Gender differences and Gender sensitivity in friendship making. There was a statistically significant difference between the scores (t=2.269, df = 47, p < 0.00). The result of the one-way analysis of variance showed that there was a significant relationship between the sex of the student and attitude towards making and keeping friends (F (1, 48 = 4.112, p < 0.048). There was a significant relationship between the tribe of the student and having opposite sex friend (F (1, 47 = 4.830, p < 0.033).There was also a significant relationship between religion (F (2, 46 = 4.147, p < 0.02) and tribe (F (2, 46 = 5.928, p < 0.01) of the students with sociable characteristics. The study concluded that gender differential is an important factor in establishing consistency and feelings of connectedness among individuals. The findings also gave an insight to the understanding of psychological processes that underlie the adoption of positive social identity.

Gender Differences in Mathematics Achievement: The Case of a Business School in Spain

Previous research on the gender gap in mathematics indicates that, in the case of Spain, the gap is stable and has even increased during the last years both in primary and secondary education. The objective of this paper is to analyze whether this gender gap remains by changing the academic level and the way of measuring performance. A sample of 2,713 undergraduate management students (1,478 female and 1,235 male) has been analyzed. The results show that the mathematical level in university entrance is significantly higher in male students, confirming the existence of the aforementioned gap. Nevertheless, throughout the first year of university studies, it has been observed that in most degrees there are no differences between male and female students in terms of their achievement in mathematics. In fact, in those cases in which differences do exist, they occur in the opposite direction, with female students achieving better performance.

Measurement of Benefits, Reasons, and Barriers to Students’ Adoption of Electronic Applications

Over the past decade, electronic applications, particularly social networking applications (SNAs), have been gaining considerable popularity, including among educated young people. The advantages of SNAs are apparent in many sectors, with education being no exception. SNAs are also playing the main role in enhancing the quality of education. The aim of this paper is to explore SNAs use (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube) in higher education students enrolled at Albaha University, Saudi Arabia, focusing on their associated advantages, barriers, and reasons for adoption, as well as differences between the participants with respect to the study variables. The research methodology was a survey approach and the sample size reached 243 students, including 123 males and 120 females. The survey was distributed to students electronically. The results indicate that most students benefit from SNAs, and these resources motivate them to engage with SNAs to enhance their education. Barriers were also identified that must be addressed for effective education. No difference was found between male and female students in terms of benefiting from SNAs, as well as the reasons and barriers, thereby indicating the availability of SNAs for both genders and the flexibility of their use at any time and place, as well as awareness in both genders about their use. A noticeable difference was identified in the extent of the benefits derived from SNAs between participants older and younger than 20 years, and differences were also found in the reasons underpinning these benefits. This reflects a disparity in the use and mastery of SNAs between the two age groups. Students aged 20-25 years also encountered greater barriers to SNAs use compared to students aged younger than 20 years, which may be attributed to the lower familiarity of older students with SNAs.

ANÁLISE DOS EFEITOS DA DIETA BALANCEADA ASSOCIADA AOS ESPORTES NA SAÚDE DOS ESTUDANTES UNIVERSITÁRIOS OBESOS

ABSTRACT Introduction The student, when entering university, is subject to new cycles and major changes in his routine, which includes exercise and nutritious habits. Objective Explore the effect of a balanced diet and physical exercise on the health of university students. Methods Through literature studies, a questionnaire was developed where the physical condition, nutritional habits, dietary structure, and exercise practice of obese college students were investigated and analyzed. Results The BMI index of those investigated exceeded the standard limit of BMI > 25. The longer the time of physical exercise, the more evident the difference between male and female students in terms of physical endurance factor. The body weight, BMI, and body fat index of both groups showed a downward trend after the intervention. Six weeks of aerobic exercise combined with a proper diet can significantly improve body mass index, body mass index, and physiological and biochemical indices of obese college students. Conclusion Balanced diet and exercise positively affect the health of obese college students. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.

The Relationship between School Moral Atmosphere and Student Engagement in Secondary Schools

The main aim of the study is to examine the relationship between the secondary school students’ perceptions of the school’s moral atmosphere and their engagement with school. The School Engagement Scale and School Moral Atmosphere Scale were applied to 872 students attending the secondary schools in the 2016-2017 academic year. The study revealed that the school engagement levels showed a significant difference in favor of female students in terms of gender. Based on the multiple regression analysis, it was determined that school moral atmosphere is a significant predictor of school engagement. The results of this study suggest that school moral atmosphere is one of the key determinants of students’ engagement with school, and hence it can be useful to improve school moral atmosphere to increase students’ affective, cognitive, and behavioral engagement.

School Belonging and Happiness Level of Students from Sport Faculty

The aim of this study was to determine the school belonging and happiness levels of students from sports faculty according to the department, gender, and grade levels and to find the correlation between happiness and school belonging. Participants consisted of 285 students, 174 males, and 111 females, voluntarily from the teaching, coaching, and sports management departments of the faculty of sports. Data were collected using the Psychological Sense of Membership Scale (PSMS) to determine the school belonging, and the Oxford Happiness Scale (OHS) to measure happiness. The results of the analysis show no significant difference between male and female students in terms of their school belonging and happiness. However, a significant difference was found in the happiness and school belonging levels of students from different departments. In addition, the students of the sports management department have the highest sense of happiness and school belonging compared to the others.

Gender Communication Difference Between Students in Online Learning

This study was focused on exploring the communication difference between male and female students during the online learning. The study was conducted by employing mixed method as the method of the research. This study was conducted at one vocational school in one vocational school at Tabanan regency, Bali. The researcher used Google Form order to obtain the data from the sample of the research. The data gathering was implemented virtually due to the pandemic of Covid-19. The researcher was using WhatsApp to send the online survey the sample of the research. During the online learning, there were any differences between the male and female students in terms of communication. The data showed interesting data that showed the differences between male and female students in terms of language politeness during the communication.

Analyzing Gender Differences of Entrepreneurial Intention Among Student in Islamic University Malang

Purpose: Research on entrepreneurial intention has been widely studied before, with the majority of research focusing on factors that drive individual intentions to become entrepreneurs. This study aims to examine and answer research questions about whether there are differences between male and female students in terms of their interest in entrepreneurship.
 Design/methodology/approach: The unidimensional nature and non-causality in this study are interesting things to further explore the depth of the research phenomenon. The entrepreneurial intention instrument with 7 indicators was developed in this study to capture the perceptions of students in assessing their intention in becoming entrepreneur. A total of 78 students from the faculty of economics and business were the respondents who participated in this study, with 40 males and 38 females.
 Findings: The results of the study reveal that of the seven indicators that reflect entrepreneurial intention, there are three indicators that show significant differences between male and female students in their interest in entrepreneurship, in which consist of (1) planning for starting a business, (2) feeling of being able to start their own business in the next few years, and (3) serious thinking about starting a business in the future.
 Research limitations/implications: By knowing about gender differences in perceiving intentions for entrepreneurship, relevant stakeholders can contribute to strengthening entrepreneurial values in students.
 Practical implications: The research findings draw attention to how this is the basis for how to encourage student interest in the Faculty of Economics and Business, especially in setting entrepreneurship as professional goal that could be chosen by students. University can accommodate it in the form of policies such as the "free campus" curriculum which allows students to explore and dig deeper about their interests and develop the capacity to become entrepreneurs and make it their main profession in the future.
 Originality/value: This study seeks to reveal how the differences in the entrepreneurial intentions of students studying at Islamic Universities.
 Paper type: Research Paper