Higher Academic Achievement Research Articles

Next generation science standards assessment for Java coastal students

In the 21st-century, we need a generation who can read and face the challenges of the times. The research aimed to master patterns of science with the next generation science standards (NGSS) standards of junior high school students in north coastal areas of Java Island. The research method is quantitative expose-facto and subjects were 228 students determined by purposive sampling. The students who come from Tegal, Pekalongan, Pati and Demak Regencies north coastal Java Island, Indonesia. The results showed a significant difference between the achievement of students in Tegal, Pekalongan, Pati, and Demak Regencies (p=0.012; ∝=0.05). Based on the analysis of variance (ANOVA) test, there was a significant difference between the groups of students’ achievements in mastery of science oriented NGSS. It can be concluded that the achievement among students from four different regions is quite significant. Students from families with middle and upper economic levels have low achievement but students with low economic levels have high academic achievement.

Pengaruh Keterlibatan Orang Tua dalam Pengelolaan Waktu Belajar Siswa di Rumah terhadap Prestasi Akademis di Sekolah Dasar

This study aims to explore the influence of parental involvement in managing students' study time at home on their academic performance in Cingambul I Elementary School (SDN). Through a quantitative approach, data were collected using questionnaires distributed to parents or guardians and students' report card records. Data analysis indicated a significant relationship between the level of parental involvement and students' academic performance. Parents who were more involved tended to have children with higher academic achievement. The implications of this study include the need to develop learning strategies that actively involve parents, support parents in increasing their involvement, and the crucial role of policymakers in creating an inclusive and responsive educational environment. By strengthening collaboration between schools and families, it is hoped that a better learning environment can be created, motivating students and enhancing their academic performance. This conclusion makes a significant contribution to strengthening elementary education, with the hope that every child will have an equal opportunity to achieve academic success.

Self–Regulation as an Antecedent of Academic Achievement: A Mixed Method Study

This study determined the antecedent role of self-regulation skills in the student's academic achievement. A descriptive research design using concurrent mixed methods was employed to determine the influence of self-regulation on the academic achievement of the students. A total of 382 Grade 11 senior high school students of a private school in Cagayan de Oro City were the respondents of the study. The findings of the study revealed that reflection stood out as having a significant influence on their academic achievement. Furthermore, the student's overall self–regulation skills significantly influence their academic achievement. Students with higher self-regulation, especially in the area of reflection, have higher academic achievements. Self-regulation skills of reflection, planning, time management, and monitoring have various degrees of impact on academic achievement. It is recommended that teachers should design lessons and activities that prompt the students to engage in meaningful self-reflection, which can foster deeper understanding and improved performance.

The Digital Story Teaching Method for Master of Nursing Specialist Students

As future healthcare professionals, Master of Nursing Specialist (MNS) students will play an important role in nursing and healthcare. MNS education emphasises the cultivation of students’ critical and clinical thinking. Traditional classroom methods often result in students being unable to combine theory with practice and reduce their ability to problem-solve within the scope of clinical or professional services. However, in economically underdeveloped areas with insufficient educational resources, it is difficult to use real clinical situations or virtual reality technology to carry out teaching. To fill this gap, we introduced the digital story teaching method into classroom teaching in Shanxi Province in northern China, which is an economically underdeveloped agricultural province. Real clinical cases were adapted into stories, with integrated digital media elements. A before-and-after study design was adopted to compare the differences between the digital story teaching method group and the traditional teaching method group. The results indicate that students engaged in learning with the digital story teaching method demonstrated more active learning styles, clinical problem-solving skills, and higher academic achievements in classroom performance and examinations. As a continuous and low-cost flexible education method, the digital story teaching method is a teaching mode suitable for popularisation in areas where clinical teaching resources are relatively scarce.

EVALUATION OF THIRD HAND CIGARETTE SMOKE EXPOSURE AND AWARENESS IN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

ABSTRACT
 Background:Third Hand Smoke (THS) is tobacco dust that settles in the environment after smoking. It combines with other pollutants in the air and diffuses back into the air. It can enter the systemic circulation by inhalation, absorption through the skin, and ingestion of tobacco dust-contaminated objects. It cannot be completely eliminated by ventilating and cleaning the environment. Exposure to THS negatively affects the health of all people, especially infants and children. The aim of the study is to reveal THS exposure and awareness in 6th grade students of Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University Faculty of Medicine and the factors associated with it.
 Methods and Results: As a data collection tool, a questionnaire consisting of a Beliefs About Third Hand Smoke (BATHS-T) Scale was prepared to recognize sociodemographic data form, smoking status, tobacco control policies, smoking bans at home and in the car, attitudes towards buying / renting a house / car, and THS awareness. Using an online survey, 322 people were reached. 
 Conclusions: The mean BATHS-T (total) score of the participants was 37±8.0. Female gender, living with family, having good or higher academic achievement, not smoking, supporting anti-tobacco policies, not living with a smoker were associated with higher BATHS-T score. There was no statistically significant difference between the smoking ban at home and in the car and the BATHS-T score. In this respect, the study reached different results from the existing literature. 
 Further studies is needed to elucidate this difference.

Is There a trade-off Between Achievement and Wellbeing in Education Systems? New cross-country Evidence

Wellbeing has recently been given a more prominent place in education policy and discourse, with critics arguing that an overemphasis on achievement comes at the cost of well-being. This raises questions concerning possible trade-offs between the traditionally dominant focus on learning and achievement in education and the growing emphasis on well-being. Can education systems promote high achievements and wellbeing simultaneously, or is reduced wellbeing an inevitable price to pay for high academic achievements? In this study, I investigate possible trade-offs between country-level achievement and individual wellbeing using five waves of the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) and the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) data, spanning over 18 years and including more than one million pupils in 45 countries. I find weak and inconsistent empirical support for a trade-off. While there is a modest negative relationship between country-level achievement and some indicators of well-being, this does not hold when adjusting for possible confounders or country-fixed effects. I also find no or weak evidence for heterogeneous effects depending on individual achievement. I conclude that concerns regarding possible trade-offs between achievement and wellbeing are not supported by cross-country comparative data. However, the predominantly null findings also imply that policymakers should not expect miracles in terms of wellbeing from high-achieving education systems. High achievements may be good from an academic perspective, but do not seem to make much of a difference from the perspective of wellbeing.

Effects of High-Impact Learning Practices: A Review

One of the biggest concerns that has come to the fore in the field of education recently is whether colleges and higher education institutions offer educational programs providing their students with the basic skills and competences necessary to meet the requirements of the globalising and rapidly changing world and the accordingly changing labour market. To answer this question, this review investigated the effects of 11 high impact practices (HIPs) based on single HIPs (RQ1), limited combinations (LC) of HIPs (RQ2), and extended combinations (EC) of HIPs (RQ3). For this study, selected 56 studies were analysed by narrative analysis. As a result, 18 different positive effects were determined on which single HIPs enhanced. Among these effects critical thinking, communication and collaboration were the most promoted ones. In addition, fourteen LC of HIPs with 17 different positive effects were detected. Communication, collaboration and career related opportunities were the most common effects of LC of HIPs. Furthermore, 16 different positive effects of EC of HIPs can be grouped under five main headings as achievement-focused effects, motivation-focused effects, competence development-focused effects, personal development-focused effects and learning process-focused effects. EC of HIPs have the most competence/skills development-focused effects with their features of developing transformative learning, leadership skills, student and faculty/peer/community interaction, critical thinking, time management and job-readiness skills. Also, the most common effects of EC of HIPs were increased student engagement and motivation, increased critical thinking, higher academic achievements, higher graduation rates and retention.

Reducing statistics anxiety and academic procrastination among Israeli students: A pilot program

AbstractMany college students consider statistical courses as frightening and demanding, yielding high anxiety and low competence, and correlating with maladaptive academic behaviors and low achievement. With undergraduate students, the present pre‐post study compared a supportive online teaching program utilizing mandatory statistical exercises (n = 37) with a no intervention, optional exercise statistics class (n = 32). We evaluated whether our statistics teaching intervention decreased test anxiety and academic procrastination and increased academic self‐efficacy and academic achievements. Results indicated a decrease in academic procrastination and test anxiety at course end for intervention group and an increase in test anxiety for control group. At the end of the course intervention group reported higher academic self‐efficacy and achievements. Teaching statistics using mandatory supportive activities might contribute to more positive psychological outcomes (eg, higher academic self‐efficacy and lower academic procrastination) and higher academic achievements.

Analisis Pelaksanaan Kebijakan Mutu Pendidikan di SMP Negeri 1 Bukittinggi

The aims of this study were (1) to find out the implementation of quality policy in schools, (2) to prevent inhibiting and supporting factors for the implementation of quality policy in schools, (3) solutions to deal with obstacles to implementing quality policy in SMPN 1 Bukittinggi. This type of research is field research using descriptive qualitative methods. Data collection techniques used are interviews and documentation. The research results show that. 1) analysis of the quality of education policy at SMPN 1 Bukittinggi seen from the very good input elements, one of which is the selection process for prospective students and teachers, in terms of the process there is continuous coaching for each teacher and employee in the form of training and coaching, in terms of output there is an assessment standard so that graduates have high academic and non-academic achievements. 2) The inhibiting factors for quality include: there are still teachers and education staff who do not understand the importance of quality/quality by educational institutions besides that, there are parties who are against school policies, giving rise to jealousy and differences of opinion. Supporting factors include: the availability of qualified educators and education personnel. Availability of facilities and infrastructure above the minimum standard. Availability of a conducive learning process environment, discipline and other supporting factors. 3) Solutions for overcoming obstacles to school quality policies are through dissemination of school policies, optimizing compliance with National Education Standards, strengthening commitment in achieving the goals of educational institutions. An important finding in this study is that SMPN 1 Bukittinggi can be said to be a quality school. This is because the three components of education quality have been fulfilled, namely: input, process and output as a whole.

Curricular and Extracurricular Learning among Students with Resilience Potential. Social Inequalities in Higher Education

Does resilience potential in higher education mature into success or does it remain merely a promise of success due to rising social inequality? We studied curricular and extracurricular learning of students with outstanding academic achievement who entered higher education despite their disadvantage of social background (= students with resilience potential). A student survey database compiled in the research project “Higher Education for Social Cohesion – Cooperative Research and Development in a Cross-border Area” (HERD) (HURO/0901/253/2.2.2.) in 2012 was analyzed. Students of three Eastern Hungarian higher education institutions were surveyed (N = 1205). Students with resilience potential were identified in the intersection of two groups of variables: social background and input academic achievement. We have conducted a cluster analysis, which has resulted in the identification of students with resilience potential and other researched groups: drifters (low social background and low input academic achievement), beneficiaries (high social background and high academic achievement) and indifferent prodigals (high social background and low academic achievement). To sum up our results, the students with resilience potential only use higher education to fulfill curricular requirements, and hit a ceiling, compared to the beneficiaries, when it comes to the student year mining, meaningful extracurricular activities. Thus social inequalities crawl through these invisible channels into higher education and beyond.

PERCEPTION OF STUDENTS ON EFFECT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Information and communication technology serves as the foundation stone of the modern world, with the potential to revolutionise educational methods. There is an increasing demand on educational institutions to employ ICTs to educate students the skills and knowledge they will need in the twenty-first century. Therefore, the objective of the study is to study the perception of students on the effect of Information and Communication Technology in higher education with reference to Academic achievement, Connectivity, Resources and Social circles. The researcher has followed descriptive survey method to conduct this study. The 211 postgraduate students from four department students of Ravenshaw University of Odisha have participated in this study. Data were collected through self developed Perception scale on Effect of Information Communication Technology in higher education. Quantitative evidence showed that those who used ICT resources like social media, electronic devices and other collaborative apps have high academic achievement as compare to others. The findings of the study revealed that majority number of students use electronic device for their academic improvement and there is positive effect of ICT on higher education with reference to academic achievement and connectivity, resources, and social circles.

The Influence of Parenting Styles on Child Development

The Influence of Parenting Styles on Child Development is a quantitative survey research study that investigates the intricate connection between parenting styles and their profound impact on the development of children. Employing a convenient sampling technique, the study involved a sample size of 150(83 males, 67 females) parents, aiming to explore the diverse parenting styles and their potential implications for child development across various domains. This research examines four primary parenting styles: authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful, each characterized by distinct combinations of parental warmth and control. By surveying and analyzing the responses and behaviors of participating parents, the study illuminates the far-reaching influence of these parenting styles on child development. In terms of cognitive development, the study's findings reveal significant differences based on parenting style. Authoritative parenting, characterized by high levels of warmth and reasonable control, is associated with positive cognitive outcomes in children. Such children tend to exhibit better problem-solving skills, higher academic achievement, and greater intellectual curiosity. Conversely, authoritarian parenting, which emphasizes strict control and lacks warmth, tends to yield children with increased anxiety, lower self-esteem, and diminished cognitive growth. Emotional development is another critical dimension explored in this research. Children raised by authoritative parents typically demonstrate enhanced emotional regulation and resilience. On the contrary, children subjected to authoritarian parenting often struggle with emotional expression and may face challenges in forming healthy emotional bonds. The study also delves into social development, highlighting the profound impact of parenting styles in this realm. Authoritative parenting contributes to the development of socially competent and well-adjusted children, while authoritarian parenting may lead to social withdrawal or aggressive behavior in children. The research underscores the importance of a balanced and supportive approach to parenting in fostering healthy social relationships and interpersonal skills. Overall, this quantitative survey research study sheds light on the pivotal role of parenting styles in shaping the trajectory of child development. Its findings underscore the significance of authoritative parenting, which combines warmth and appropriate levels of control, as an effective approach to nurturing well-rounded and thriving children.

Are low academic achievers less resilient? Resilience of low and high academic achievers in Mainland China

AbstractResilience is essential for students to resist adversity, and low academic achievers (LAA) may experience more challenges in resilience development than high academic achievers (HAA). This study aimed to compare resilience between LAA and HAA and to analyse the effects of protective factors in order to inform social work practices. This study analysed 1125 school‐aged subjects derived from a large survey conducted in 23 districts/counties in eight provinces in mainland China. We ran independent sample t‐tests to compare resilience between LAA and HAA, ran linear regression models to analyse the effects of internal and external protective factors on resilience, and tested the mediation effects of the protective factors. This study found that LAA were less resilient and more vulnerable to adversity than HAA. Internal protective factors helped to explain resilience, two main subfactors of which—self‐efficacy and confidence—fully mediated the effects of academic performance and resilience. External protective factors did not significantly impact resilience. We propose service strategies to enhance self‐efficacy and confidence in LAA in order to improve their resilience in social work practices.

THE EFFECT OF PERSONALITY TRAITS TOWARDS UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE

Personality traits can have a significant impact on the academic performance and personal growth of students. Certain personality traits, such as conscientiousness, openness, and emotional stability, are associated with higher academic achievement, while others, such as neuroticism and impulsivity, are associated with lower academic achievement. This paper explores the importance of addressing personality traits in students and encouraging self-awareness of their strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, this study explores the importance to better understand the relationship between different personality traits and its impact towards student’s overall performance. The data was collection from 200 students of UiTM Kedah and the data was analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) version 26.0. The findings reveals some traits were significantly impacting the performance of the university students. By developing strategies for personal growth and self-improvement, students can increase their confidence, resilience, and adaptability in all areas of their lives. The paper concludes that understanding and addressing personality issues in students is crucial in supporting their academic and personal success.

Mapping global research on shadow education: Trends and future agenda

This study aimed to analyze bibliographies of journals, authors, and research topics on shadow education using the Scopus database. Bibliometric analysis focuses on the metadata of journals, authors, and topics, visualized, and analyzed to produce a road map, research trends, and future agenda. The data were obtained from 207 articles published on Scopus downloaded on 29/8/2021 by using “shadow education” or “shadow curriculum” keywords. Furthermore, descriptive statistical methods and bibliometric analysis using Biblioshiny, an R-based application that generates bibliometric maps were used. Shadow education research has not been widely developed. Therefore, this bibliographic study may form the basis for future developments. Shadow education is the highest trend, followed by education and policy, high stakes testing, teacher education, curriculum, academic achievement, and private tutoring. This study provides an overview of trends in journals, authors, and research topics related to shadow education. Specifically, it provides relevant information to develop the potential and related themes in the future.

Strengths and Struggles among High Academic Achievers in Senior High School: A Philippine Setting

The purpose of this qualitative research project is to investigate the strengths and weaknesses among high academic achievers faced in their senior high school years. In-depth interviews are used in the study to collect rich, nuanced material, which is then thematically evaluated to find major themes. Expectation and Pressure from Others, Losing Interest, "Procrastination and Cramming", Distractions, and Family Pressure are the five issues that the research focuses on. The results show that high academic achievers experience tremendous external pressure from peers, teachers, and parents, which can cause stress and anxiety. Academic burnout is evident since some individuals also express a progressive loss of enthusiasm and love for their study. When used to handle workload and pressure, unhealthy coping techniques like procrastination and cramming have a negative effect on learning outcomes. Academic performance is further hampered by personal interests and technological distractions. Additionally, family pressure has a significant impact on how students experience school, highlighting the need of setting reasonable expectations and maintaining open lines of communication. The study comes to the conclusion that high achievers in senior high school require specialized assistance and interventions. It's crucial to establish a welcoming workplace that values individual goals, encourages intrinsic drive, and supports a good work-life balance. Time management abilities, study habits, and stress management strategies should all be covered in interventions. Concentration and productivity can be improved by reducing distractions and encouraging focused study time. To combat family pressure and create a healthier family dynamic, it is essential that parents, students, and educators have open communication with one another. Hence, this study adds to our understanding of the difficulties high academic achievers in senior high school confront and offers insightful information for legislators, parents, and teachers. Stakeholders may establish an atmosphere that supports the well-being, engagement, and academic success of high achievers by recognizing and resolving these problems, eventually supporting their holistic development and future successes.

Experiences of Autistic College Students in Higher Education and Their Relations with Faculty.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the various factors that may contribute to the academic self-concept of autistic college students, including the potential influence of academic success. A sample of autistic participants (n = 12) were interviewed regarding autistic college students' experiences. Transcripts were analyzed using a modified grounded theory approach. Most students had a positive academic self-concept due to factors like major selection based on passion and interest, following family values, personal motivation to do well, proving someone wrong, and striving for high academic achievement. Although accommodations were not the main focus of the study, they were found to affect student academic self-concept as well. Post-secondary institutions should consider incorporating intervention and support programs that assist in improving neurodiverse students' self motivation and self regulation skills to encourage these students to be academically successful while maintaining their well-being. They should also provide professional development initiatives aimed at enhancing the capacity of faculty and staff to address the unique needs of autistic students and ensure the successful implementation of accommodations. This approach will contribute to a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for autistic college students, promoting their academic success and well-being.

ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕ ФУНДАМЕНТАЛЬНЫХ ОСНОВ ВЫСШЕГО МЕДИЦИНСКОГО ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ ПРИ ИЗУЧЕНИИ КУРСА ФИЗИКО-ХИМИЧЕСКИХ СВОЙСТВ ПРИРОДНЫХ СОЕДИНЕНИЙ НА ФАКУЛЬТЕТАХ СЕЧЕНОВСКОГО УНИВЕРСИТЕТА

The analysis of scientific articles and the Federal State Educational Standards in the field of medical education demonstrates a steady trend of expanding the number of teaching hours for the development of professional competencies, which often occurs to the detriment of the fundamental component of higher medical education. This article raises the problematic issues of modern fundamental education at the Higher School, in particular, teaching the course "Physical and chemical properties of natural compounds" at the Medical University. The authors explore the fundamental possibilities of combining new information technologies with traditional forms of education in a single educational space, which, according to the authors, will ensure the formation of the necessary foundations, involvement and motivation of students, which in turn will become the key to high academic achievement of medical students. Increasing the prestige of obtaining fundamental knowledge will make it possible to form a systematic and science-oriented thinking, in the case analyzed by the authors, it will provide an opportunity to fully consider the physicochemical properties of natural compounds, in the context of the course of biochemical reactions, and also as a basis for creating innovative drugs of natural origin. is an analysis of the use of the fundamental foundations of higher medical education in the study of the course of physical and chemical properties of natural compounds at the faculties of Sechenov University. The fundamental foundations laid down in the course "Physical and chemical properties of natural compounds" are combined with specific components of educational programs, including familiarity with modern analytical practices, the formation of skills in working with scientific literature and regulatory documentation, the use of online counseling in preparation for laboratory and practical classes, for students students in the following areas: "Pharmacy", "General Medicine", "Dentistry", "Nursing", "Biotechnology".

Education of Patriotism Values through Poetry : The Heroic Journey of Cut Nyak Dien

One of the famous heroes of Aceh for her role in resisting colonialism is Cut Nyak Dien, who joined the fighters in direct opposition to the colonizers. Cut Nyak Dien continued to lead the resistance against the Dutch despite being a woman. She was feared by the Dutch for her ability to ignite the spirit of resistance among the Acehnese people. The patriotism upheld by Cut Nyak Dien is characterized by a deep love and loyalty for her homeland. Moreover, she was willing to sacrifice everything. In education, students should possess a high level of enthusiasm for learning in order to achieve high academic achievements. This article adopts a descriptive-analytical approach based on data gathered through literature review from various written sources. Thus, aspirations can be realized. The spirit of patriotism encompasses a never-surrender attitude, willingness to sacrifice, and unwavering determination that will bring prosperity and progress in the pursuit of the nation's ideals.

Building a Morally Sensitive Society: The Role of Catholic Schools

The Catholic Church considers morality to be synonymous with life. Evil and death came into the world that was created good when Adam and Eve in disobedience ate the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden and their eyes were opened to the realization of good and evil. Morality, especially within the context of Moral Theology in the Catholic Church, is hinged on some basic concepts including freedom, truth, natural law, and conscience. Generally, moral sensitivity or moral awareness is the ability to recognize moral issues when they arise especially in day-to-day living. Largely, the Catholic Church views the holistic formation of people as indispensable for achieving their potential to live responsibly in their society. Catholic schools were known for being disciplined in all ramifications – punctuality, meeting deadlines, cleanliness, examination integrity, diligence, commitment of staff, responsibility and accountability, mutual respect, decency, orderliness, care of students, high academic achievement, and excellence in all ramifications. The moral atmosphere of Catholic schools will definitely affect the moral atmosphere outside the four walls of the schools. Since education is an essential way of directly and indirectly impacting the society, the holistic formation Catholic Schools are expected to provide their beneficiaries at all levels will incredibly and invariably impact the larger society.