Interactive Approach Research Articles

Teaching with the case method to build and teach management theory in offline and online courses

ABSTRACT This paper reviews research on the case method’s effectiveness in offline and online management education. The case method is an evolving, interactive approach that enhances critical thinking, analytical skills, and real-world application. It examines offline case teaching principles, decision-making processes, and online adaptations, highlighting both benefits and challenges. Online teaching increases engagement through flexibility, interactive tools, and accessibility but faces technology-related limitations and lacks opportunities for empirical research, which are crucial for preparing students for global careers. The paper explores how case-method teaching impacts student learning outcomes, equipping them with practical skills for real-world scenarios. It also compares the case method to traditional, experiential, and flipped classroom teaching. The paper recommends continuous feedback, updated materials, multimedia integration, and collaboration among educators, administrators, and course designers for effective implementation. These strategies ensure successful case-based learning experiences in both offline and online settings.

An intuitive and semi-automated transfer function design for interactive region of interest-based direct volume rendering in mixed reality head mounted devices

Direct volume rendering (DVR) enables the visual exploration of regions of interest (ROI) in a volume in an interactive manner. Mixed reality head mounted devices (MR-HMDs) have the potential to expand the utility of DVR. MR-HMDs enable not only the high-quality and stereoscopic DVR but also its in-situ visualizations of complementary data to assist in the real-world tasks of users. The state-of-the-art MR-HMD works, however, mainly focus on investigating the feasibility and effectiveness of DVR to target MR applications. The interactive ROI-based exploration of DVR has been severely limited in prior research, and user optimization is still confined to the primitive image manipulation of pre-configured ROIs (e.g., view rotation). In this work, we propose an interactive and semi-automated exploration approach for ROI-based DVRs in MR-HMDs by introducing a new MR-HMD-based rendering parameters (i.e., transfer functions (TFs)) optimization and utilizing the built-in biometric interfaces. Using eye-gazing and hand gestures, users can select ROIs within an initial DVR visually and interactively. Our MR-TF approach (named hereafter) then automatically optimizes the corresponding TF toward ensuring the visibility of ROIs. Additionally, our MR-TF approach addresses a critical rendering issue in MR-HMDs, i.e., the color perception of ROIs should be consistent regardless of the variations of intermixing physical backgrounds. Our MR-TF approach quantifies the color perception and integrates to the TF optimization for enhanced ROIs. We achieve on-device implementation of our MR-TF approach on the commercial MR-HMD with low computing capability, Microsoft HoloLens 2. Our evaluations with different types of volumes demonstrate the capabilities and practicality of our MR-TF approach.

Toward a child-centered, interactive approach to multimodal language development: A commentary on Karadöller, Sümer, and Özyürek

Toward a child-centered, interactive approach to multimodal language development: A commentary on Karadöller, Sümer, and Özyürek

Co-Design for Public Service Innovation in China: The Enabling Role of Street-Level Bureaucrats

The evolving demands and challenges in public services compel an interactive and iterative approach between providers and users, prompting a growing emphasis on the co-design approach. Though co-design has been extensively employed in practice, it received significant skeptics in whether it can deliver public service. This study explores the enabling and mediating potential of street level bureaucrats and social media, to examine whether they can effectively facilitate users’ involvement in co-design. A comprehensive evaluation was conducted on two public health cases in China that were aimed at improving prognosis quality for patients with chronic gastrointestinal diseases and reducing cancer incidence. By engaging in the cases, we found that collaboration between the community worker and end-users fosters an enabling sphere, encouraging users to assume a proactive role in defining objectives and solutions. These findings extend existing knowledge of the potential of co-design in fostering user-driven innovation and collaboration within public services in varied settings.

From blue growth to participatory, inclusive and sustainable blue economy in the Bay of Bengal Region

It is well recognized that the oceans are of utmost importance for the future of humanity. Being one of the largest bays in the world, the Bay of Bengal region (BOBR) has greater potential for harnessing the benefits of the blue economy to humankind. In the present synthesis, it is highlighted that all maritime-related activities including fisheries in the region require proper utilization and management for attaining social, economic and ecological goals. It is a fact that the problems of IUU fishing, marine pollution, ineffective marine regulation and the non-traditional security menace are commonplace in the region. Although there has been a significant increase in both capture fisheries and aquaculture in all BOBR countries, potential multiple blue benefits to the BOBR are likely to be challenged due to geopolitical difficulties, pollution and habitat loss, biodiversity degradation, destructive fishing, and climate change apart from the lack of full implementation of legal instruments. Solid waste pollution due to poor management of abandoned, lost, or otherwise discarded fishing gear and the rapid and unplanned increase in aquaculture, especially shrimp culture is also becoming a great concern for coastal and marine pollution. Moreover, the benefits of blue growth have been unequally distributed and there are several ‘blue injustices’ that have led to the marginalization of small-scale fishers. The inclusion of small-scale fisheries as a core principle in the blue economy agenda and adoption of an interactive governance approach, where participants would deliberate upon their knowledge, experience, and aspirations could serve as an important platform for bringing in concerns of all parties into the blue economy playing field, which will also strengthen the process of knowledge translation between the community and research and facilitate bringing in research outcomes to the decision-making table.

Synergizing natural visual features and 3D building models for robust indoor localization in mixed reality environments

ABSTRACT The rapidly developing Mixed Reality (MR) technology provides a powerful visualization and interaction approach for outdoor and indoor environments. A main challenge of MR is to accurately align (register) virtual information or objects to the real world, which is a prerequisite for a good visualization and immersive experience. This paper introduces a visual localization method for MR based on the natural feature door and as-planned Building Information Modeling (BIM) models as reference data. The proposed method incorporates a YOLOv5-assisted and AprilTag-inspired 2D door corner detector as well as an interactive extraction approach for 3D door corners from BIM models. A Perspective-n-Point (PnP) method is applied to estimate the pose of the MR device. The proposed method was deployed and evaluated on the Microsoft HoloLens 2. The results indicate that as-planned BIM models and natural visual features such as doors prove to be an effective approach to achieve state-of-the-art localization accuracy in indoor environments.

Development of Scratch-Based Srikandi Media for Indonesian Cultural Heritage in Elementary School: A Preliminary Study

This research aims to develop Scratch-based learning media called SRIKANDI on IPAS material for grade IV elementary school, especially Chapter 6, "Indonesia Cultural Heritage". This media is designed to increase student motivation, engagement and understanding of the material through an interactive technology approach. The research used the Research and Development (R&D) method with a model of ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). This research is limited only to the analysis stage. The data collection techniques are questionnaires, observations, interviews and relevant literature studies. The population in this study is SD 4 Gulang. The participants in this study were 21 fourth-grade students and teachers. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis. The results of this study showed that the learning media used are still limited to handbooks and worksheets, and the use of interactive multimedia is only limited to PowerPoint. Hence, it is necessary to develop interactive multimedia on IPAS material, especially Indonesia’s Cultural Heritage material, that suits the needs of students to achieve learning objectives. Based on this, it can be concluded that interactive multimedia with a contextual approach needs to be developed in IPAS subjects. Based on this, it can be concluded that interactive multimedia with a contextual approach needs to be developed in IPAS subjects.

Leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence to Improve Motivation and Retrieval in Higher Education Learners.

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) presents novel approaches to enhance motivation, curriculum structure and development, and learning and retrieval processes for both learners and instructors. Though a focus for this emerging technology is academic misconduct, we sought to leverage GenAI in curriculum structure to facilitate educational outcomes. For instructors, GenAI offers new opportunities in course design and management while reducing time requirements to evaluate outcomes and personalizing learner feedback. These include innovative instructional designs such as flipped classrooms and gamification, enriching teaching methodologies with focused and interactive approaches, and team-based exercise development among others. For learners, GenAI offers unprecedented self-directed learning opportunities, improved cognitive engagement, and effective retrieval practices, leading to enhanced autonomy, motivation, and knowledge retention. Though empowering, this evolving landscape has integration challenges and ethical considerations, including accuracy, technological evolution, loss of learner's voice, and socioeconomic disparities. Our experience demonstrates that the responsible application of GenAI's in educational settings will revolutionize learning practices, making education more accessible and tailored, producing positive motivational outcomes for both learners and instructors. Thus, we argue that leveraging GenAI in educational settings will improve outcomes with implications extending from primary through higher and continuing education paradigms.

Exploring the landscape of climate change education in China: trends, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours among university students and teachers

Purpose This study aims to investigate climate change education (CCE), including global trends and specific implementations in China, as well as the worldwide development of CCE and its key components, including knowledge, attitudes and behavioural patterns. Design/methodology/approach The authors combined bibliometric analyses and a targeted questionnaire based on the knowledge–attitude–practise (KAP) model to investigate CCE. Initial global trends identified through VOSviewer guided the study survey, focusing on Chinese university students and educators’ knowledge, attitudes and practices. Findings The high level of concern about climate change among Chinese students and educators and their actual understanding of this issue often results in overconfident self-assessment. Academic specialisation significantly influences the level of climate change concern, with humanities and social sciences students and educators demonstrating higher concern than their counterparts in the natural sciences. The study highlights the essential role of effective climate policy dissemination in shaping informed attitudes and behaviours, particularly in a government-driven policy landscape like China’s. Climate policy awareness, positive emotions, self-efficacy, collective efficacy and personal experiences all positively impact Chinese youths’ climate change engagement. CCE is primarily delivered uniformly across China through policy instructions and specific courses, yet more engaging, interactive and localised educational approaches to CCE that are tailored to regional and cultural contexts are needed. Originality/value Combining bibliometric analysis with survey data, this research uniquely highlights the significance of the political context in China, emphasising the critical role of policy dissemination in shaping climate change perceptions and actions, addressing regional differences and the local context. Based on the KAP model, the study proposed a new model for implementing CCE in collectivist societies like China.

Improving the Achievement of Learning Outcomes in Early Undergraduate Physics: A Case Study at a University in Ghana

Students’ performance in introductory physics at a university in Ghana was assessed over three academic years. The study covered two physics courses delivered to first-year students at the university. Two factors—access to tutorial sessions delivered outside of lecture times by teaching assistants and access to a formula sheet during the exams—were studied. The impact of the factors on students’ performance was studied by comparing student scores, item difficulty levels, point biserial correlation coefficients, and internal discrimination index for a set of questions that were common to all the exams. The effect of both factors was an increase in the item difficulty from 0.60 ± 0.09 for the control group to 0.63 ± 0.19 for the treatment group, while the effect of the formula sheet increased from 0.60 ± 0.16 to 0.64 ± 0.20. The point biserial correlation coefficient did not change for the study on the effect of the provision of formula sheets in examinations, but it was statistically significant for the group that had separate tutorial sessions. The findings suggest that more learning outcomes can be achieved using interactive teaching approaches and favouring the least amount of rote learning of physical formulae.

Optimizing the Potential of Early Childhood Students at TK Kemala Bhayangkari 14 Through Educational Garden Based on PAR

Early childhood education necessitates interactive learning approaches to foster holistic development. Educational gardens have been recognized as effective learning tools that provide hands-on experiences. This study employs a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach to examine the impact of an educational garden at TK Kemala Bhayangkari 14 on early childhood students. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and participatory assessments. Findings indicate that the educational garden significantly enhances cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development in children. Furthermore, the PAR method effectively engages educators, parents, and students, fostering collaborative learning experiences. Challenges identified include sustainability concerns and resource limitations. The study underscores the importance of integrating educational gardens in early childhood education. Sustainable implementation requires strategic planning, community involvement, and institutional support. Future research should focus on longitudinal impact assessments and digital enhancements to garden-based learning.

Implementation of an e-learning prototype for studying 21st-century learning models for prospective biology teachers

The need to master 21st century skills demand preservice teachers to have pedagogical competencies that are adaptive to change, especially in terms of implementing 21st century learning models and integrating technology into learning. One solution to meet the demands of preservice teachers is e-learning, a flexible, adaptive and interactive learning that allows users to access content anywhere, following structured stages. The success of e-learning depends on the effectiveness of implementing an approach such as DARP (Discuss, Archive, Reflect, and Prepare). This approach ensures that the e-learning platform is interactive, reflective and evaluative. The aim of this research is to examine the response of users of e-learning prototypes of 21st century learning models designed with a reflective and interactive approach. This initial prototype was developed to meet user needs and align with the intended goals, using a usability questionnaire for evaluation. The method used in this research is SDLC (System Development Life Cycle) which consists of five stages, namely planning, analysis, design, implementation and testing. This research involved 30 students and 2 lecturers, and the usability of the e-learning platform was assessed using the USE Questionnaire. The development of this prototype received positive feedback from both students and lecturers, this shows that DARP-based e-learning can be further developed as a learning platform to support improving the pedagogical competence of 21st century preservice teacher.

Voices of Change: Bangladeshi ESL Teachers' Perspectives on Pedagogical Innovations

This qualitative study determines how Bangladeshi ESL teachers perceive the impact of recent pedagogic innovations on their teaching, the challenges they face in implementing them, and how they foresee ESL education in the future. The research adopts a phenomenological study design to develop an understanding of the lived experience and perception of 15 ESL teachers from diverse educational institutions across Bangladesh. Purposive sampling guarantees the identification of research participants with first-hand experience in pedagogical innovations. Data collection is characterized by in-depth, semi-structured interviews administered in Bengali to collect nuanced responses. Thematic analysis produces critical findings: teachers acknowledge the potential of interactive approaches and digital technology in augmenting learners' engagement; however, they are confronted by insurmountable obstacles, including inadequate access to technology and the drawbacks of large classes. Teachers envision a future situation where ongoing professional development and infrastructural assistance are the key elements for the effective application of new pedagogical methods. The results stress the necessity for customized professional development modules, better infrastructure, and policy reform to develop an environment conducive to innovation for ESL education. This study contributes to the body of knowledge about effective ESL instruction in resource-poor environments. It has practical implications for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in improving ESL education in Bangladesh.

Evaluating the Impact of Science Curriculum on First-Grade Students' Science Literacy and Engagement

Globally, science education is undergoing significant transformation, particularly at the primary level, to ensure students receive the best foundational knowledge. Over the past decades, China has modernized its science education to develop students' scientific literacy through inquiry-based teaching. This study aims to assess the impacts of the 2017 primary science curriculum on students' science literacy and engagement in first-grade primary schools. A cross-sectional design was employed to collect data from first-grade students across 23 provinces, 5 autonomous regions, and 4 municipalities in China. The survey gathered 132,756 questionnaires, with 121,757 valid responses, resulting in an effective rate of 91.7%. Data analysis using SPSS version 25 revealed that the 2017 curriculum positively impacts science literacy, especially when students are actively engaged in hands-on activities. The study found that frequent science classes and interactive learning experiences were strongly correlated with higher literacy levels. However, traditional book-related activities had a weaker impact on literacy. Additionally, the curriculum significantly enhanced student engagement, particularly through fun and hands-on activities, while book-related engagement was less effective. These findings suggest that while traditional methods are important, they should be complemented with more interactive approaches to maximize literacy and engagement outcomes. The study is limited to first-grade students, as the 2017 curriculum was first implemented for this group. Future research should explore these findings across different grades and investigate ways to enhance the impact of book-related activities on science literacy.

Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Skilled Nursing Facilities: Strategies for Managing Implementation.

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices are increasingly used by older adults. Although these devices offer several advantages over traditional techniques, such as fingerstick capillary blood glucose, the current article discusses the impact and benefits of CGMs in the context of older adults in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and explores ways to improve and manage their use through the collaboration of an interprofessional team. Current evidence and guidance on implementing CGM devices in SNFs is reviewed. Current strategies for the successful and safe use of CGM devices in SNFs include staff and patient education, close monitoring, operational workflow, and interprofessional collaboration. To manage patients with diabetes in SNFs, an interactive, multidisciplinary, and multifaceted approach is needed. Larger studies on the management of CGM devices in SNFs are required. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 51(3), 7-12.].

Does digital grabbing boost affectivity in less empathic users? An interactive approach to affective laterality: Empathy, hand dominance, and action-context shape pleasantness experience

Does digital grabbing boost affectivity in less empathic users? An interactive approach to affective laterality: Empathy, hand dominance, and action-context shape pleasantness experience

Impact of Digital Marketing Strategies on Brand Image, Consumer Engagement and Loyalty

Introduction: The rapid evolution of digital media has compelled businesses to adopt digital marketing strategies to enhance brand image, foster consumer engagement, and ensure customer loyalty. This study examines the impact of digital marketing strategies on brand image, consumer engagement, purchase intention, and loyalty, providing empirical insights into the interrelationships among these constructs. Objectives: The study aims to assess the influence of digital marketing strategies on consumer interaction and brand image, as well as their subsequent effects on purchase intention and loyalty. Specific hypotheses are tested to establish the strength and significance of these relationships through rigorous statistical analysis. Methodology: A quantitative approach was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire distributed to 300 respondents. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, reliability analysis (Cronbach’s Alpha), Pearson’s correlation, and multiple regression to evaluate relationships among digital marketing strategies, consumer engagement, brand perception, purchase intention, and loyalty. Demographic variables and social media usage patterns were also considered. Findings: The results indicate that digital marketing strategies significantly enhance consumer engagement and brand image, which are key drivers of purchase intention and loyalty. Purchase intention mediates the relationship between consumer engagement, brand image, and customer loyalty. Additionally, both direct and indirect influences highlight the critical role of well-structured digital marketing strategies in consumer decision-making. Conclusion: The study underscores the necessity for businesses to implement interactive and consumer-centric digital marketing approaches to strengthen brand-consumer relationships, enhance positive brand perceptions, and sustain long-term loyalty. Future research should explore the evolving impact of emerging digital technologies and ethical considerations in digital marketing strategies.

Enhancing Oral Communication in English as a Second Language

Oral communication is a cornerstone of English as a Second Language (ESL) education. It plays an important role in helping learners communicate effectively and adapt to real-life situations. This study explores innovative methods for teaching oral communication, such as task-based learning, role plays, use of technology, Audio-Lingual Method (ALM), and collaborative activities like presentation, group work, etc. in ESL classrooms. These methods aim to improve students' oral communication skills, fluency, confidence, and practical language use. Although the demand for English proficiency is growing in both academic and professional settings, several challenges affect the teaching of speaking skills. These challenges include large class sizes, lack of resources, limited teacher training, etc. The study highlights the importance of speaking skills in ESL education and shows how teaching methods can vary in different contexts. It addresses the lack of specific courses or prescribed materials for developing speaking skills, emphasizing the influential role of motivated teachers in engaging students and fostering basic to advanced language proficiency. The study further aims to identify essential strategies and skills for teachers in teaching oral communication in second-language classrooms. The findings may help guide recommendations for curriculum changes, teacher training programs, and improved access to teaching resources. By adopting interactive approaches, ESL education can better prepare learners to succeed in a globalized world.

Science Communication Practices in UNESCO Global Geoparks: A Benchmark Analysis

UNESCO Global Geoparks address global environmental challenges and advance Sustainable Development Goals. As renowned institutions in geoscience communication, they are instrumental in raising awareness and promoting sustainable practices. However, there has been a notable lack of systematic research in this area. This study aims to fill this gap by benchmarking science communication strategies employed by Geoparks, identifying best practices and critical factors and offering data-driven insights to enhance management and strategic planning. The key findings of this study underscore the necessity for improved engagement and the adoption of more interactive and inclusive communication approaches. The research also reveals a significant disparity between current practices and contemporary trends in science communication.

Gamification in HR management: Increasing Employee Motivation and Competence Through an Interactive Approach

This study aims to examine how the application of gamification in human resource management (HR) can increase employee motivation and competence through an interactive approach. Gamification is the application of game elements in a non-game context, such as point systems, badges, leaderboards, and challenges, to make HR tasks more interesting and challenging. In this study, various case studies from companies that have successfully implemented gamification in their HR processes were analyzed to identify the benefits, challenges, and impact on employees. The results showed that gamification can significantly increase employee motivation by rewarding certain achievements and through healthy competition that promotes skill improvement. In addition, interactive approaches in gamification, such as team challenges and collaborative tasks, are able to increase employee engagement and active participation. Technology plays an important role in supporting the implementation of gamification, allowing these programs to be easily accessed and effectively evaluated. Evaluations and assessments show that a well-designed gamification program can create a dynamic and enjoyable work environment, which in turn increases productivity and job satisfaction. The study concludes that gamification is an effective tool to increase employee motivation and competence in HR management and has great potential to develop in the future.