Implications For Education Research Articles

Interdisciplinary teaching strategy of multimodal data fusion in college aesthetic education curriculum using intelligence methods

In China, aesthetic education at the college level is essential for students’ quality because it improves their understanding of art, helps them progress in their professional career development, and helps them comprehend more fully the attractiveness of creative creations. As a result, it needs to prioritize aesthetic education at the institution and endeavor to nurture students’ feelings progressively and improve their aesthetic abilities at different levels. Artificial intelligence (AI) is used in this project to create a novel, interdisciplinary teaching technique that will maximize students’ artistic and intellectual potential and help them make more, better art. In this research, the Osprey Optimization method improves the interdisciplinary teaching technique for aesthetic education based on a light Exclusive gradient-boosting mechanism (OOM-LEGBM). The exploration-exploitation dynamics of the OOM are incorporated into LEGBM, providing the students with a tangible and relatable technique to understand complex-solving processes. This research develops an enhanced quality framework for college aesthetic education based on the multi-model data fusion system about the implication and necessity of aesthetic education. The influence of college aesthetic education on students’ creative capacity and artistic literacy was investigated to inform instructional activities better to develop students’ aesthetic skills. The experimental findings suggest that the proposed approach achieved an improved accuracy of 99.90%, higher precision of 99.88%, and greater recall of 99.91%. Moreover, it obtained a minimum Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) of 0.26% and a lower Mean Absolute Error (MAE) of 0.34%, showing that the suggested model greatly improved preference learning accuracy while keeping overall accuracy at an identical level. Innovation capacity building in college aesthetic education can help students become more self-aware, improve their study habits, visually literate, and more comprehensive.

Fostering Religious Tolerance in Students through Children's Spirituality (CSE) Education

This article aims to explore the Islam-based Children's Spirituality Education (CSE) model in forming students' religious tolerance. This research employs qualitative research incorporating literature study and interviews with numerous teachers teaching religion subject. The research results show that there are four principles of the Islamic CSE model that play a crucial role in strengthening students' religious tolerance, including; 1) respect for other people's beliefs, 2) building a logical, rational and inclusive way of thinking, 3) a spirit of seeking the truth and respecting different truths, and 4) building a spirit of religious moderation and living peacefully side by side with religious beliefs. The advantage of this model lies in its holistic and diverse approach to shaping students' spirituality and recognizing spiritual, emotional, social and cognitive dimensions as an integral part of individual development. The positive implications for Islamic Religious Education include actualizing children's potential according to the principles of Islamic spirituality, supporting the goals of spiritual and moral education, and stimulating understanding of the levels of spirituality in Islam. This model is an effective means of implementing an attitude of tolerance towards non-Muslims through an inclusive and respectful approach towards other beliefs.

영유아를 둔 부모의 자녀 구강건강에 대한 중요도 인식과 실행수준

Purpose: This study was conducted to suggest implications for oral health education for young children by examining the recognition of the importance of young children's oral health and the level of implementation among parents of recognition. Method: A survey was conducted on 320 parents of young children in Region C from July 10 to July 28, 2023. A total of 293 questionnaires were used in the final analysis. The collected data were conducted to frequency analysis, IPA analysis using IBM SPSS Statistics 25.0 Results: First, the question with the highest recognition of the importance of oral health care for children among parents of young children was ‘If a child says their teeth hurt, they receive dental treatment quickly. The item with the highest level of implementation was ‘When purchasing a toothbrush, purchase a children’s toothbrush that matches the size of child’s teeth.’ Second, the question with the highest recognition of the importance of oral health education for children among parents of young children was ‘Instructing children to brush their teeth, tongue, and gums when brushing their teeth.’ The question with the highest level of implementation was ‘Educate child to eat foods that are beneficial to dental health.’ Conclusions: There is a need to improve parents' level of practice regarding oral health of young children, including proper brushing of teeth, oral check-ups, and use of oral products. Nutrition education, oral health and safety parent education, and early childhood teacher retraining are requested.

A Study on Teaching Factors Affecting Learning Outcomes in General Education: University A’s Case-based

The purpose of this study is to provide implications for general education by analyzing the factors influencing learning outcomes in general education courses. To achieve this, a survey was conducted with 2,042 enrolled students at A National University located in Chungnam. For this study, correlation analysis and descriptive statistics, analysis of differences in learning performance according to students’ background characteristics, and multiple regression analysis of factors affecting learning performance in general education courses were conducted. The findings are as follows: Firstly, from the results of analyzing the difference in learning outcomes based on students’ background characteristics, we can see that the first-year students were statistically significantly lower in satisfaction than their second and third-year counterparts. Additionally, students from the College of Arts showed statistically significant differences in satisfaction compared to those from the College of Education, College of Humanities and Social Science, and College of Engineering. Secondly, the analysis of factors influencing learning outcomes showed that in the “Course Syllabus Area”, the clarity of learning objectives, in the “Course Content Area” the organization of course content for achieving learning objectives, and in the “Course Operation Area,” factors such as instructors’ adequate preparation, active communication with instructors during lectures, adherence to the weekly course schedule outlines in the syllabus, and appropriate supplementary sessions significantly predicted learning outcomes in general education courses. Additionally, in the “Student Evaluation Area,” the use of appropriate assessment for teaching methods, as well as providing suitable feedback on assignments and evaluation results, were significant predictors of learning outcomes. Furthermore, we found that the clarity of learning objectives in the “Course Syllabus Area” only moderately predicted the understanding of course content. Additionally, factors in the “Course Operation Area” such as active communication with instructors during lectures, adherence to the weekly course schedule, and appropriate supplementary sessions only moderate predicted knowledge and skill improvement. However, we also found the appropriateness of notifying the students of any changes in course content in the “Course Operation Area” not to be statistically significant in predicting knowledge and skill improvement. Based on the above research findings, it is recommended that instructors emphasize the importance of their role in influencing learning outcomes in general education courses. Additionally, it is crucial that instructors carefully structure course content during the planning phase to align with the achievement of learning objectives. Adequate preparation by instructors, active engagement with students during lectures, and the implementation of strategies to enhance interaction should be prioritized. Furthermore, the effective utilization of appropriate assessment methods for teaching and providing constructive feedback on assignments and evaluations is essential. This study also suggested deriving recommendations for assignment criteria, evaluation methods, and feedback mechanisms.

랜덤 포레스트를 활용한 글로벌 역량의 결정 요인으로서 글로벌 역량 관련 성향 요인 탐색 - PISA 2018의 5개국 결과 비교를 중심으로 -

This study investigated the disposition variables that influence global competence within the framework of the PISA 2018 Global Competence Assessment. It aims identify key factors based on their ranking of importance, compare these factors across different countries, and draw educational implications to enhance global competence in Korea. To achieve these goals, we selected five of the 27 countries participating in the PISA 2018 Global Competence Assessment. This study analyzed ten plausible values of global competence and disposition factors using a machine learning technique, specifically the random forest model. Consequently, the ranking of these ten key variables was assessed by country, and the characteristics of these variables as well as the disparities between countries were examined. Additionally, this study delves into the implications of global-citizenship education in Korea.

Investigating preservice teachers’ attitudes toward lesbian, gay, and bisexual students in Luxembourg

AbstractLesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) students face victimization in multiple contexts, including the educational context. Here, teachers can serve as an important resource for LGB students. However, teachers who are prejudiced against students from sexual minorities might not be able to fulfill this role. Accordingly, it is important to find out more about teachers' attitudes and their correlates, as such information can provide starting points for sensitization interventions in teacher education programs, which have the potential to improve the situation of LGB students in the school setting. In the present preregistered questionnaire study, we investigated the attitudes of 138 preservice teachers from the University of Luxembourg toward LGB students and tried to identify predictors of teachers’ attitudes. Results suggested that Luxembourgish preservice teachers hold mostly positive attitudes toward LGB students. Using correlation and multiple regression analyses, we identified the frequency of participants’ contact with LGB people in family or friend networks, hypergendering tendencies, sexual orientation, and religiosity as reliable predictors of attitudes toward LGB students. Age, gender, and right-wing conservatism did not reliably predict preservice teachers’ attitudes in the regression models. Our findings thus offer support for intergroup contact theory and have implications for teacher education in Luxembourg.

Teaching for Enhancing Diverse Mixed Age Group Learning in West Bengal

Efficient teaching is dependent on some components, such as student and teacher attentiveness, communication and planning of teachers,’ utilised instructional methods, quality-oriented resources, quality of interactions allowed in the classrooms, and others. There are unified teaching methods in the system of education. As the required and diversified learner in this contemporary era, teachers have to utilise a variety of teaching methods for quality education. One of them is mixed-age group teaching, which consists of detailed instruction for developing the mindset of students. Researchers, through this article, wanted to explain a conceptual overview of the mixed age group teaching background, benefit, and how it is useful for diverse learners. This study has significant implications for students, teachers, teacher educators, academic instructors, researchers, curriculum designers, and others.

Handwritten Calculator Using Contour Detection

This project introduces a novel Handwritten Calculator that merges traditional handwritten calculations with modern computing techniques. By leveraging computer vision, machine learning, and human-computer interaction, the calculator interprets handwritten digits and operators to perform mathematical calculations. Through contour detection and Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) model prediction, the calculator offers users a seamless and intuitive way to compute. The project explores the development, applications, and impact of this innovative technology, with potential implications for education, accessibility, and software engineering. The Handwritten Calculator represents a significant advancement in computational methods, bridging the gap between analog and digital approaches to calculation.

Traditional bullying, cyberbullying, and subjective well-being post-COVID-19 in Indonesia

Previous research has highlighted bullying as a significant issue in Indonesia, with a notable increase in cyberbullying among adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic, adversely affecting their psychological well-being. However, there has been limited discussion on bullying in the post-COVID-19 era. This study has three aims. The first is to examine the subjective well-being (SWB) of children who have either experienced bullying or have not been bullied after the pandemic. The second is to assess the occurrence of both traditional bullying (involving siblings and at school) and cyberbullying in Indonesia following COVID-19. The third aim is to investigate the factors linked to these forms of bullying post-pandemic. The participants were middle school students (N = 943; 57.2% girls, 45.0% in grade 7). The Children's Worlds Subjective Well-Being Scale with five items (CW-SWBS5) was employed to assess children's SWB. Separate measures were utilized for traditional and cyberbullying. Six factors—family, school climate, personal satisfaction, friendships, safety, and social media usage—were analyzed as independent variables using linear regression to determine their impact on bullying forms. The structural equation model (SEM) was applied to evaluate how these bullying types affect SWB. The findings revealed that sibling bullying and cyberbullying significantly influenced children’s SWB, with girls reporting lower SWB scores than boys. Cyberbullying emerged as the most prevalent form of bullying post-pandemic. A positive school climate was found to shield children from bullying. Cummins' theory of well-being homeostasis was employed to interpret the results. This study also discussed implications for educators and parents.

Learner Agency: Multiple Case Studies of English Speaking Learning of English Majors in China

Objectives This article delves into the ways in which three English major students, each possessing varying levels of proficiency in spoken English―high, moderate, and low―express their agency throughout the process of acquiring spoken language. This exploration encompasses their experiences both within and beyond the classroom, all situated within a broader contextual framework. Methods Qualitative research was conducted during one fall semester from September to December 2023. The researchers observed an English speaking course instructed by a Chinese female teacher. Data were collected through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, course documents and learners’ artifacts. Data analysis was conducted with three levels of coding (open coding, axial coding, and selective coding) and the credibility was ensured with data triangulation. Results The findings revealed that English major students, when encountering difficulties and challenges, such as pronunciation problems and limited vocabulary etc, exercised different forms of agency to address and overcome obstacles in the process of learning spoken English. Specifically, the agency forms of English major students in spoken English learning is manifested through action engagement, action adjustment, and action resistance. Conclusions The findings and the analysis of the current study revealed that learner agency had a significant role to play in English as a foreign language classroom in a Chinese college context. Based on the thematic data analysis, this study offered some pedagogical implications for educators and teachers both at Chinese universities and beyond.

UNLOCKING COGNITIVE POTENTIAL: ENHANCING PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES THROUGH INNOVATIVE PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING MODELS

In this context, this literature review article aims to analyze how PBL can be a strong foundation in developing students' problem solving skills in the realm of science learning, as well as highlighting practical implications for education in the future. This research method uses qualitative. The data collection technique uses literature study, which is a technique used to collect data and theoretical and research sources related to the topic raised in a study. Types of secondary data obtained from published articles related to the PBL learning model in improving students' science problem solving skills. The analysis technique is carried out using a synthetic matrix. This research procedure begins with determining article search keywords, searching for literature articles on Goggle Scholar, selecting articles according to keywords, and analyzing the articles and their findings. The conclusion from the results of the literature study carried out regarding how the problem based learning model has an impact on students' problem solving skills in science learning is that by implementing this problem based learning model it will improve students' problem solving skills. This is proven by the results of 10 studies that have been analyzed.

THE USE OF VERSATEXT IN TEACHING ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES AT MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES

This article explores the integration of data-driven learning tools, as exemplified by VersaText, into the process of teaching English for Specific Purposes in medical education. The study investigates the efficacy of VersaText’s functions (Word Cloud, Concordance, and Profiler) in enhancing language acquisition and proficiency development among medical students. Through a series of classroom-based activities and exercises, students engage with authentic medical texts, analyze linguistic patterns, and develop a deeper understanding of specialized medical terminology. This study discusses the benefits of integrating open-access materials sourced from PubMed and other databases with VersaText's features, further enriching the learning experience by exposing students to real-world medical discourse. By incorporating such authentic materials, educators can enhance students' awareness of current research literature and reinforce their understanding of medical terminology within a contextually relevant framework. The pedagogical implications of using VersaText in ESP teaching are discussed, highlighting its potential for fostering active engagement, collaborative learning, and critical thinking skills. Furthermore, the article emphasizes the need for ongoing research to further refine and expand the use of data-driven learning tools in ESP teaching methodologies. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on technology-enhanced language learning and provides valuable insights for educators seeking to optimize ESP instruction in various professional contexts.

Comparison of the Effects of Teaching Presence and Social Presence on Learning Outcomes According to the Types of Liberal Arts Classes

This study attempted to measure whether there is a difference in the impact of teaching presence and social presence on learning outcomes in university liberal arts classes according to online and offline class types. In addition, based on the differences found according to class type, this study attempted to propose a plan to improve online classes. For this purpose, a survey was conducted among 422 students who took the class ‘Anthropology Ⅱ’. The results were as follows. </br>First, there was a difference in the average of teaching presence and social presence according to the type of class, but no difference in learning outcomes. Second, the correlation between all variables was statistically significant in both online and offline classes, and both variables showed a high positive correlation. Thirdly, this study found that the types of presence that affected learning outcomes differed according to the type of class. The influence of teaching presence in online classes and social presence in offline classes on learning outcomes was relatively high. Based on the research findings, this study suggests some pedagogical implications that can promote a sense of teaching presence and social presence when running liberal arts classes online.

외국 교육과정 자료 및 공학 도구 사례 분석을 통한 사분위수 지도 방안 탐색

Objectives This study examined elementary and secondary school level curriculum materials from major contries and technological tools and attempted to derive pedagogical implications for teaching the concept of quartile in mathematics education in Korea. Methods To this end, this study collected primary and secondary curriculum data from nine representative countries and examined how each country deals with quartiles from various aspects. In addition, 13 types of technologicla tools were selected for analysis and then it was confirmed which quartile calculation method each technology follows. Results As a result, most countries first introduced the concept of quartile in the 8th and 9th grades of middle school. In addition, it was confirmed that the concept of quartile was included in the ‘spread of data’ or ‘measure of dispersion’ section. Also, it was confirmed that the method of stating the definition of quartile in most countries' curriculum materials is common, and the method of calculating quartile is also the same as M2. Meanwhile, differences were identified in the way each technology defines the calculation of quartile, but when analyzed by dividing them into three categories according to the purpose of use, several common characteristics were discovered. Conclusions Based on the results of this study, suggestions for quartile instruction were presented in mathematics classes and the writting of middle school textbooks according to Korea's 2022 revised mathematics curriculum.

“AS I THINK OF MY PRESENTATION …” TERTIARY-LEVEL EFL STUDENTS’ EMOTIONAL REACTIONS TOWARDS ORAL PRESENTATION

Oral presentation—a special form of public speaking in the context of second language (L2) learning—is a widely used activity at the tertiary level, both as a speech task and a form of assessment. While ample empirical evidence indicates that delivering a speech before an audience induces anxiety for most individuals, even when speaking in their native language, relatively little is known about the emotional experience of presenting a speech in a second language. To explore the emotional challenges public speaking in the L2 might pose to learners, this study examined tertiary-level EFL students’ emotional reactions to an upcoming in-class presentation. While the primary focus of the study was anxiety in response to L2 presentations, participants were unaware of this to ensure an unbiased assessment of anxiety’s importance relative to other emotions. A unique feature of the study is its focus on pre-presentation experiences, a topic hitherto unexplored in L2 research. The participants were 33 English Studies students from a Hungarian university. Their affective responses were investigated longitudinally, at three key junctures during the semester: (1) upon receiving the presentation task, (2) after deciding whether to present individually or with a partner, and (3) in the run-up to the presentation. Each time, participants responded to a short pre-task questionnaire with open-ended questions. The results have shown that anxiety was a prominent emotion during the pre-presentation period at all three significant events examined. It was detectable as soon as the presentation task was announced, influenced learners’ choices of paired rather than individual presentation, and showed a marked increase in the lead-up to the talk. The study has important pedagogical implications.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu/0700/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

초등교사의 경청과 공감이 교사-학생관계 교사효능감에 미치는 영향

Objectives This study aims to draw educational implications by assessing the influences of elementary school teachers’ ‘attentive listening’ and ‘empathy’ on ‘teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations’ mediated by ‘self-esteem.’ Methods To understand the correlation and causality between variables set in this study, exploratory factor analysis, reliability analysis, correlation analysis, simple regression analysis, multiple regression analysis, mediator variable regression analysis were conducted. Results First, attentive listening had a significant impact on teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations (H1 adopted: B=.563, p<.001). Second, empathy had a significant impact on teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations (H2 adopted: B=.452, p<.001). Third, attentive listening had a significant impact on self-esteem (H3 adopted: B=.454, p<.001). Fourth, empathy had a significant impact on self-esteem (H4 adopted: B=.424, p<.001). Fifth, self-esteem had a significant impact on teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations (H5 adopted: B=.590, p<.001). Sixth, attentive listening had a significant impact on teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations mediated by self-esteem (H6 adopted: β=.357, p<.001). Seventh, empathy had a significant impact on teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations mediated by self-esteem (H7 adopted: β=.294, p<.001). In addition, in the relations of attentive listening and empathy with teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations, self-esteem had a partial mediation effect. In addition, as for the influence of the independent variable on teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations, attentive listening had a relatively greater impact than empathy. Conclusions This study drew educational implications by revealing the causal relation and influence of several variables affecting ‘teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations.’ The results of this study suggest that attentive listening and empathy are needed for smooth teacher-student relation. Smoother teacher-student relations can be expected when attentive listening and empathy are mediated with positive self-esteem. Hopefully, this study would contribute to the promotion of elementary school teachers’ ‘teacher efficacy for teacher-student relations’ and help research related to attentive listening and empathy.

International discourses of inclusion and their local translation: Teachers' conceptions regarding an integration-inclusion reform in the canton of Bern (Switzerland)

The inclusive paradigm is an international movement promoted by UN agencies such as UNESCO, influencing the educational policies of certain countries. Switzerland is among the countries that have initiated reforms to make their educational system more inclusive. These reforms have implications for teachers. The objective of this article is to report on teachers' conceptions regarding the ongoing integration-inclusion reform in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. A qualitative methodology was employed, based on 13 interviews conducted and analyzed in light of the theoretical framework of social change. The results highlight that, beyond a principled adherence, teachers' shared conceptions are resistant to integration-inclusion. These conceptions reveal inherent tensions within the inclusive paradigm and its development in educational systems susceptible to other international political influences, such as new public management and neoliberalismo.

The role of nurse-patient mutuality on self-care behaviours in patients with chronic illness.

To examine the role of nurse-patient mutuality on three self-care behaviours in chronic illness patients. A cross-sectional multi-centre study was conducted. Mutuality was measured with the Nurse-Patient Mutuality in Chronic Illness scale which has the dimensions of developing and going beyond, being a point of reference and deciding and sharing care, and self-care was measured with the Self-care of Chronic Illness Inventory (SC-CII). Multivariable linear regression analyses were used to assess the contribution of three dimensions of mutuality on self-care maintenance, monitoring and management behaviours controlling for patient gender, age, education, number of medications, and presence of a family caregiver. The sample included 465 inpatients and outpatients with at least one chronic illness. The three dimensions of mutuality had different roles in their influence on the three dimensions of self-care. Developing and going beyond was significantly associated with self-care maintenance and self-care monitoring behaviours. Point of reference was significantly associated with self-care maintenance behaviour. Deciding and sharing care was significantly associated with self-care monitoring and self-care management behaviours. The mutuality between nurse and patient may be a novel area of research to support and improve patient self-care behaviours with implications for clinical practice and education. Mutuality between nurse and patient increases patient engagement, symptom recognition, decision-making process and patient-centred approach favouring the development of self-care behaviours. Mutuality between nurse and patient is a new concept and its association with the patient outcomes could bring relevance to the nursing profession. Self-care behaviours are important in the management of chronic diseases, but are difficult to perform. Mutuality between nurse and patient influences the three different behaviours of self-care in chronic illness, for this reason it is important to increase the level of mutuality in this dyad. STROBE checklist for cross-sectional studies was followed in this study. Patients were involved in the sample of the study.

Developing effective prompts to improve communication with ChatGPT: a formula for higher education stakeholders

The escalating integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly the widespread use of ChatGPT in higher education, necessitates a profound exploration of effective communication strategies. This paper addresses the critical role of prompt development as a skill essential for university instructors engaging with ChatGPT. While emphasizing the practical implications for higher education, the study introduces a novel two-layered AI prompt formula, considering both components and elements. In methodology, the research synthesizes insights from existing models and proposes a tailored approach for ChatGPT, addressing its unique characteristics and the contextual elements within higher education. The results highlight the formula’s flexibility and potential applications in diverse fields, from syllabus planning to assessment. Moreover, the study identifies limitations inherent in ChatGPT, emphasizing the need for instructors to exercise caution in its usage. In conclusion, the paper underscores the evolving landscape of AI in education, envisaging specialized versions of ChatGPT for academic settings and advocating for the proactive adoption of ethical frameworks in the use of AI in higher education. This study serves as a foundational contribution to the discourse on effective AI communication in educational settings.

Reviewing the Complexities of Student Non-Attendance and the Implications for Block Teaching

Reviewing the Complexities of Student Non-Attendance and the Implications for Block Teaching