Majority Of College Students Research Articles

Is ChatGPT Building or Destroying Education? Perception of University Students in Tanzania

Since its launch, ChatGPT has gained popularity and is widely used by university students. The tool has both positive and negative effects on students’ education. In other words, it contributes to either the building or destruction of education. This study was conducted to ascertain university students’ perceptions of whether ChatGPT is building or destroying their education. A cross-sectional research design was employed, in which data were collected from 200 randomly selected students from two Tanzanian Universities. The collected data was analysed using SPSS, in which frequencies, means, and standard deviation (SD) facilitated descriptions of various aspects of the study. Results showed that the majority of university students in the study area (around 81.5%) were using ChatGPT for a variety of reasons, including helping them prepare for exams, undertaking assignments, and writing research proposals and reports. Although there are negative impacts, such as reducing academic integrity and diminishing critical thinking, it was established that if ChatGPT is used cleverly, it stands to build rather than destroy education. Thus, this study recommends that universities should consider formulating and operationalizing respective policies and guidelines, as detailed further in the document. The study, therefore, delivers more clarity on the nexus between the use of ChatGPT and University education endeavours. Keywords: ChatGPT, AI, Education, University Students, Tanzania

Comparison of E-Health Literacy, Digital Health and Physical Activity Levels Of University Students In Different Fields

Background and Purpose: This study aimed to compare the health literacy, e-health literacy, digital health, and physical activity levels of undergraduate students in different departments. Methods: Undergraduate students 307 of whom were studying in the Physiotherapy department (PT), and 228 in the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences (FEAS) participated in the study. Health literacy (HL) (European Health Literacy Scale), e-health literacy (E-Health Literacy Scale), digital literacy (Digital Literacy Scale), and physical activity level (International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF)) were assessed. Scales were applied to the participants electronically via Google Forms. Results: There was no difference between the e-HL, digital, and health literacy levels of both department students(p>0.05). 70.1% of all students did not have enough HL. PT department students' IPAQ-SF total score, severe physical activity, and walking activities were lower than FEAS students(p0.05). 79.6% of all students did not have sufficient physical activity levels (PALs). Conclusions: This study showed that HL and PALs were low in the majority of university students. HL education programs for university students before graduation and awareness studies to develop healthy behavior habits should be included in undergraduate education programs.

Depression, Anxiety and Poor Sleep Quality are Associated with Chronotype and Financial Wellness in University Students.

Background: Evidence suggests the importance of a person's chronotype in predicting various aspects of an individual's physical and mental health. While the effect of depression on sleep is well established, the impact of a person's specific sleep timing and chronotype on the prevalence of both depression and anxiety has yet to be fully understood, especially among university students, vulnerable to mental health problems. In addition, other factors also seem to influence the occurrence of depression and anxiety among students as well as their quality of sleep, one of which being the students' financial wellness. The objective was to evaluate the association between chronotype and the severity and prevalence of depression among Lebanese university students, while also taking into account the possible connection between chronotype and financial wellness and both anxiety and sleep quality. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between December 2021 and February 2022; 330 Lebanese university students was included (mean age 21.75 ± 2.43; 67.3% females). Results: The majority of the Lebanese university students in our sample were found to have an intermediate typology (63.0%), followed by the evening typology, which appeared to constitute 28.2% of the sample, while only 8.8% possessed a morning typology. In this study, having an intermediate or evening typology compared to a morning one was significantly associated with higher depression and worse sleep quality. In addition, having an evening chronotype compared to a morningness propensity was significantly associated with more anxiety. Conclusion: This study found a positive association between an evening typology (chronotype) and higher depression and anxiety and poorer quality of sleep. Although preliminary and based on cross-sectional data, this research could help provide a better understanding of the different chronotypes among university students, and of the possible increased susceptibility of some of these typologies (i.e., evening-type) to mental health problems.

Association Between Breakfast and Dysmenorrhea in Female College Students at Faculty of Medicine, Pelita Harapan University

<p><strong>Background:</strong> Breakfast is an activity of eating and drinking that usually takes place after waking up until 9 A.M. and can fulfill 20-25% of daily nutritional needs. Unsupervised skipping breakfast can affect women's ovarian and uterus dysfunction. Dysmenorrhea is one of the diseases that can reduce productivity and quality of life in women. Previous studies have found a high incidence of dysmenorrhea in female college students who didn't have breakfast. Currently, there isn't much data regarding the association between breakfast and dysmenorrhea in female college students in Indonesia.</p><p><strong>Aim:</strong> The aim of this study is to discover the association between breakfast and dysmenorrhea in female college students of Faculty of Medicine at Pelita Harapan University.</p><p><strong>Methodology:</strong> This study is an unpaired analytical comparative categoric design study with a cross-sectional method. Data was collected from 60 college students of Faculty of Medicine at Pelita Harapan University using breakfast questionnaire, WaLLID score for dysmenorrhea, IPAQ-SF and PSS-10 were used to control the confounding variables. The data was analyzed using SPSS 23.</p><p><strong>Results:</strong> Among 60 samples were collected, the majority of female college students didn't have breakfast habit by 55%. There are 76.7% of female students who suffer dysmenorrhea, 91.7% have moderate and severe stress levels, 85% have high physical activity, and 70% of female college students have normal nutritional status. The results of the analysis showed that the p value > 0.05 for the association between breakfast with dysmenorrhea.</p><p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> There is no significant association between breakfast and dysmenorrhea.</p>

A Psychological Research of Chinese Traditional Calligraphy on the Cultural Identity of Contemporary College Students

Based on the psychological research of traditional calligraphy on contemporary college students' Cultural identity, traditional calligraphy is the calligraphy custom of the ancients and an important part of the social life of ancient calligraphy. The ancients psychological activities in calligraphy creation are completely the same, and what they worship is heaven, earth and people, which is completely different from the secular psychology of contemporary college students. Vigorously promoting the excellent traditional calligraphy of the Chinese nation will enhance and consolidate the sense of community for the Chinese nation, and will greatly boost the realization of the Chinese dream of national rejuvenation. In the new era, it is of great significance to vigorously promote traditional calligraphy for the psychology of contemporary college students Cultural identity, so that the majority of college students can establish the ideology of Chinese civilization, so that the psychology of college students can accept the baptism of traditional Chinese calligraphy, so that Chinese civilization plays a major role in the psychological construction of contemporary universities. This paper attempts to carry out several researches based on the psychological research of traditional calligraphy on contemporary college students Cultural identity, like visiting case analysis, data legend and other forms, and finally studies the psychological role and meaning of traditional calligraphy on contemporary college students Cultural identity.

Analisis Literasi Halal Dan Preferensi Produk Yang Diboikot Pada Mahasiswa Universitas KH. A. Wahab Hasbullah

College students, as a dynamic group developing their identity, are often the first to adopt new habits and styles. Therefore, it is important to know how students assess halal products and to what extent students avoid banned products. This research aims to determine students' knowledge about halal literacy and preferences for boycotted products. The results of the research show that the majority of KH University students. A. Wahab Hasbullah understands halal literacy, students look at halal products before consuming them and the majority of students are in the category of rarely consuming products that are considered boycotted. This research uses qualitative and quantitative methods.

Exploring Democracy Beyond the State: Students’ Union Democracy in Chilean Colleges

Political scientists have studied state democracy for decades using sophisticated methods for conceptualization and measurement to evaluate the explanatory power of various theories. They have paid little attention, however, to democracy in nonstate political systems. This paper fills this gap by characterizing democracy in college student government and investigating the factors affecting the levels of students’ union democracy (SUD) in Chilean colleges. Utilizing concepts from political science and sociology, the study identifies different dimensions of SUD with data from 162 campuses in 2018. The dimensions are aggregated to build an index of democracy for students’ unions. Although the majority of Chilean university students attended colleges with democratic unions, our findings reveal a deficit in democratic student representation in most institutions. The article also draws from the comparative politics, trade union democracy, and higher education literatures to explore the factors that vary by institution that could explain differences in levels of SUD. Ordered logistic regression analyses suggest that SUD is associated with institutional quality, membership in inter-university organizations, and student body size and socioeconomic makeup. The results increase our understanding of the features, status, and correlates of democracy beyond the state.

Association between Vegetarian Diet Consumption and Academic Performance, Sleep Quality, and Health-Related Quality of Life among Female Undergraduate College Students.

This cross-sectional survey study aimed to examine the association between vegetarian diet consumption and sleep quality, academic performance, and health-related quality of life among female undergraduate college students. A sample of 158 undergraduate female college students was recruited using a convenience sampling approach. Data collection utilized reliable and validated English-language instruments including the Vegetarian Quality of Life Questionnaire (VEGQOL), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and health-related quality of life scale (HRQoL). The data were analyzed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and appropriate descriptive statistics. Vegetarians exhibited a significantly lower BMI compared to nonvegetarians (F (1, 156) = [6.09], p=0.015). Those strictly adhering to a vegan diet (48.79 ± 9.41) had the lowest vegetarian quality of life among all participants following various forms of a vegetarian diet (F (3, 68) = [2.78], p=0.04). The majority of female college students reported good to excellent general health (91.7%), with 53.2% perceiving their sleep quality as fairly good. However, the mean PSQI global score of 8.04 (±3.35) indicated poor sleep quality. No significant association was found between diet type (vegetarian vs. nonvegetarian) and academic performance (cGPA) (χ 2 (4, N = 158) = 2.92, p=0.57). There was no significant relationship between diet types and academic performance, HRQoL, and sleep quality. Despite a significant association between vegetarian diet and lower BMI, surprisingly, no substantial relationships were identified between diet type and academic performance, HRQoL, and sleep quality. These findings contribute to the ongoing discourse on the potential impacts of a vegetarian diet on various facets of female college students' well-being and highlight the need for further exploration in this field.

Profiles of digital health literacy among university students and its association with mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: A latent profile analysis.

Investigating the digital health literacy of university students can facilitate their effective acquisition of health information and adoption of appropriate protective behaviors. This study aims to explore the subtypes of digital health literacy among university students during the COVID-19 pandemic and their association with mental health outcomes. From 17 November to 14 December 2022, a stratified random sampling approach was used to conduct an online questionnaire survey on digital health literacy, fear of COVID-19, and depression status among students at Jilin University, China. A total of 1060 valid responses were obtained in the survey. Latent profile analysis identified subtypes of digital health literacy and linear regression analyses were used to examine the association of digital health literacy to the mental health outcome. Three latent profiles were identified: Profile 1-low digital health literacy (n = 66, 6.23%), Profile 2-moderate digital health literacy (n = 706, 66.60%), and Profile 3-high digital health literacy (n = 288, 27.17%). Results from linear regression demonstrated a negative correlation between digital health literacy and fear of COVID-19 (B = -2.954, P < 0.001) as well as depression (B = -2.619, P < 0.001) among university students. This study indicated that the majority of university students exhibit a moderate level of digital health literacy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the study validates a negative correlation between digital health literacy and mental health among university students.

Relationship between Bad Food Choice and Classroom Performance of Young Adults

This study examines the relationship between health care practices and classroom performance of students at university level, particularly eating habits with focus on junk food intake. It is important to look how these decisions affect young adults' academic outcomes given the rising incidence of bad food choices among young adults. The main objective explores the relationship between health care practices, particularly intake junk food, and the classroom performance at university level and to identify effective healthcare involvements and educational programs that can help to improve students' health practices, with a focus on falling junk food intake and enhancing classroom performance. The research understanding and comprehensive analysis of health care and classroom performance in Bahawalpur. The method of research was based on quantitative research. The study was descriptive in nature and self-develop questionnaire. Survey method were used to collect the related data for this study. The population for the study includes all university students enrolled in different departments. The study participators were belonged to different departments. This study was done by using a convenient sampling technique with a sample of 300 students from two universities. Findings showed that majority of university students were eating unhealthy food in the form of junk food that affect their academic performance. It was also found that the students with more health caring were good in classroom performance.

Assessing The Awareness and Perception of Open Educational Resources (OER) among Nigerian University Students: A Case Study

This study investigated Nigerian university students’ awareness and how this influences their perception and use of Open Educational Resources (OER). The study adopted a descriptive method of quantitative research. 4 research questions were developed and answered and a hypothesis was also tested to determine the relationship between students’ awareness of and their perceptions of OER. Percentage, frequency, mean, standard deviation and t-test were used for the analysis. A correlation coefficient was employed to test the hypothesis. The findings of the study were: Nigeria university students have a high level of awareness of OER; the most popular OER among the Nigeria university students were Coursera, EdX, and OpenStax; OER are generally well-perceived by Nigerian university students; lack of digital literacy skills and lack of adequate knowledge to determine the quality assurance of OER are the only challenges hindering the effective use of OER among the students, and there is a significant relationship between awareness and the perception of OER by the students. The study concluded that the majority of Nigerian university students are familiar with OER and have positive perceptions of OER. The research recommends that educational institutions provide training on digital literacy skills for students to access and effectively use these OER. Also, efforts should be made to improve the quality assurance mechanisms for OER, including the involvement of educational experts in reviewing and curating OER materials. Lastly, universities, lecturers and librarians should continue to promote OER usage in teaching and learning activities to promote its adoption.

Profile of Black Women Presidents at Four-Year Colleges and Universities

While women represent the majority of college students, they are underrepresented in positions of leadership in higher education. The presence of Black women in positions of leadership is even less. This article sought to identify how many Black women are presidents of four-year colleges and universities, what types of institutions these women lead, and their path to the presidency. This research identified 83 Black women college presidents, 55 of which represent some type of first for their institution and, in some cases, even the system or state. Their pathway to the presidency was consistent with the literature finding that women’s path to the presidency is most often through academic leadership.

Examination of Awareness among University Students in Compliance with Loan Application Requirements in the Northern Zone of Tanzania

This study examined awareness among university students in compliance with loan application requirements in the Northern zone of Tanzania. The study was guided by the human capital theory by Gary Backer (1964). The study employed a convergent design under a mixed-methods research approach. The target population of the study was 11 universities, 3000 Second year undergraduate university students, 5 HESLB Personnel, 11 loan Officers represented HESLB at each university used in the study, and 11 Ministers of finance from the students' government from selected universities in the Northern Zone of Tanzania. Probability and non-probability sampling techniques were employed to obtain a sample of 300 second-year undergraduate students, 4 universities/colleges, 4 Ministers of Finances from the Student Government, and 3 loan officers who represent the HESLB in each University used in the study. The study engaged questionnaires, a document analysis guide, and an interview guide to collect data for the study. Content and face validity were ensured by MWECAU research experts. The reliability of questionnaires for Likert-type items was estimated using Cronbach's Alpha Coefficient, whereby r= 0.757 from students, whereas qualitative data were established through peer debriefing and triangulation. Descriptive statistics with the aid of the (SPSS) version 22 was used to analyze quantitative data and qualitative data were analyzed thematically by transcribing the information, coding, and themes supported with direct quotations. The study found that the criteria employed by HESLB had been achieved to a low extent in informing students about loan application requirements. The study concludes that the majority of university students had limited awareness of loan application requirements, possessing knowledge only about a few specific aspects of loan application requirements. The study recommended that HESLB should conduct a comprehensive review of the loan eligibility criteria to address diverse concerns among university students.

Study On Application of Open Online Psychological Courses to Mental Health Education of College Students

The mental health of college students is a growing concern, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. This thesis investigates the role of open online psychological courses in addressing the mental health challenges confronted by college students. Using the most recent National Mental Health Development Report (2021-2022) by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, which emphasises a high prevalence of depression among this demographic, this study investigates the effect of such courses on the mental health of students. The research objectives include an examination of the utilisation patterns of open online psychological courses, an evaluation of the mental health outcomes associated with these courses, and an investigation of the barriers preventing student participation. It also investigates how educational institutions address the mental health requirements of their students in view of the persistent psychological effects of the pandemic. The majority of college students find open online psychological courses beneficial for mental health enhancement. However, significant obstacles such as schedule constraints, financial constraints, and course quality concerns remain. In addition, the study highlights the potential for these courses to incorporate mental health support into the larger educational curriculum. This research has significant implications for policymakers, educational institutions, and mental health professionals, as it provides insights into strategies for enhancing college students' mental health support and education. By resolving these challenges and leveraging the benefits of open online courses, institutions can nurture a more resilient and psychologically healthy student population.

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Among University Students in Klang Valley, Malaysia

Introduction: Excessive sugar consumption is a major global health concerns as it plays a significant role in the development of non-communicable diseases. Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) are a major source of added sugar in daily life that can lead to many health concerns. Understanding of the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to SSB intake is a key component of healthy beverage intake. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of SSBs intake and the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of university students during the recovery phase of COVID-19 in 2022. Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 176 young adults aged 18-26 years old who completed a self-administered questionnaire. The questionnaire consisted of demographic and KAP data related to SSBs. Descriptive statistics were outlined, and a chi-square test was conducted to compare categorical variables. Results: Based on the frequency of beverage intake, sugar-sweetened coffee, or tea (39.8%) was the most frequently consumed SSB daily (at least once daily) while regular soft drink (52.3%) was the most consumed SSB among the participants on a weekly basis (≤6 times per week). Overall, the majority of university students had a positive attitude towards SSB intake (90.6%) but poor knowledge (51.7%) and poor practice (80.7%) levels. Gender and weight status were significantly related to the attitude and knowledge scores (p&lt; 0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of SSB intake among young adults should be addressed. Comprehensive education and intervention are vital to improving the knowledge and practice about proper SSB intake as part of healthy eating lifestyles.

Multilevel factors associated with physical activity participation among Thai university students

This study investigated physical activity (PA) levels in Thai university students and their associated factors at multiple levels. Data of 3,930 university students age ≥18 years analyzed in this study were retrieved from a cross-sectional online survey, namely the ASEAN University Network – Health Promotion Network (AUN–HPN) health behavioral survey. The hierarchical generalized linear model considering clustering effects was applied to examine factors associated with sufficient PA across multiple levels. At the individual level, being female, underweight, and overweight had significantly lower odds of having sufficient PA. Sophomores had 22 % greater odds compared with freshmen. Students engaging in 1–3 and 4–6 sports activities had 3 and almost 4 times respectively higher odds of having sufficient PA. Students engaged in >8 h of sedentary time, and consumed adequate amounts of fruit/vegetables had 70 % and 59 % respectively higher odds of having sufficient PA. At the environmental level, students who traveled inactively to/from university, attended a university with private recreational facilities, and a university that adopted the healthy university framework (HUF) had significantly greater odds of having sufficient PA. A majority of university students were sufficiently physically active, despite gender disparity. When promoting PA among them, focus may be targeted at females and sophomores, and consider addressing the number of sports activities engaged, fruit/vegetable consumption, availability of private university recreational facilities, and adoption of the HUF. The results support the implementation of the AUN–HPN HUF, and future initiatives within the country and the wider network for health and PA promotion.

Evaluation of Paramedical Student’s Knowledge on COVID-19: A Comparative Study

Background &amp; Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic has presented the world community with its greatest challenges so far. Paramedics play a crucial role in providing pre-hospital care to patients who require urgent medical attention in clinical settings. Therefore, the aim of the study was to evaluate the knowledge on COVID-19 among health assistant (HA) students studying in different paramedical colleges in Janakpurdham. Material and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was performed utilizing a structured questionnaire to acquire responses from HA Students studying in different colleges of Janakpurdham in the months of April and May 2022. Descriptive analysis was applied to calculate the frequencies and proportions. A p-value less than 0.05 were considered as significant. Results: Out of total 360 students, 280 were enrolled. The majority of students were under 20 years old. All of the students were aware of the COVID-19 infection at National Human Resource Development Academy (NHRDA) and Mithila Technical Academy (MTA) colleges, with the exception of 3.61% Care Medical Center (CMC) students. A large percentage of students (52.80% boys , 47.19% girls) responded that the respiratory tract is the primary route by which COVID-19 infections are spread, followed by the students from NHRDA and CMC. Most of the students from all colleges received satisfactory scores on the COVID-19 knowledge test. There was negative association of score of knowledge between 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students of CMC and MTA (p=0.96 and p=0.11) respectively. However, there was positive association of score of knowledge between 1st, 2nd and 3rd year NHRDA students (p=0.01). Conclusion: The majority of college students studying at different colleges had satisfactory knowledge, while a moderate number of students had poor and just a few had good knowledge scores on the COVID-19. In order to increase knowledge, various kinds of strategies, regulations, and initiatives should be accomplished and implemented effectively throughout the lower to higher level education.

“Gruelling to read”: Swedish university students’ perceptions of and attitudes towards academic reading in English

Students around the world are expected to read, comprehend and learn from growing numbers of English texts in higher educational contexts where the official medium of instruction is the local language. Despite this language shift, relatively little attention has been paid to the challenges academic texts in English present for students. The present paper provides insights into first-year university students’ perceptions of and attitudes towards academic reading in English in Sweden through a sequential explanatory design with questionnaires and follow-up interviews. Sweden is often seen as a model country in terms of second-language proficiency in English, but as this study shows, a majority of first-year university students expressed negative attitudes towards academic reading in English. Student responses suggested more than one third of first-year Swedish university students in social science subjects struggled to comprehend and keep up with their assigned reading, with vocabulary and reading speed cited as their biggest challenges. This paper further shows that a considerable number of students entered higher education unaware that they were going to be required to read academic texts in English, with some questioning this common practice. Finally, implications for teachers are discussed.

Crossing Borders: Religious Education for Gender Equity in a Neoliberal Society

Gender conflict, which is emerging as a serious concern in Korean society, is also a subject of discourse in the field of education. A vast majority of university students are affected by economic downturn and are required to compete in an uncertain situation. This study proposes an educational model from the perspective of understanding the younger generation, which is struggling in uncertain situations, rather than treating gender conflict merely as hatred between individual women and men. This paper also proposes an educational environment wherein students feel encouraged to deal with gender conflicts by understanding their liminal spaces and crossing borders for gender equity.

Moroccan EFL public university instructors’ perceptions and self-reported writing practices

In previous research, the majority of university students seemed to lack proficiency in many areas of writing (e.g., grammar, vocabulary, organization, and sentence construction). This illustrates the challenging nature of writing (as a skill) and the frequent focus on the product rather than the process of writing instruction. Previous research focused on primary and secondary education; only a few studies investigated and compared the perceptions and self-reported practices of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) university instructors in relation to the product- and process-based writing approaches. Therefore, this study aims to examine this issue by surveying Moroccan EFL writing instructors' responses and comparing the findings with those of previous empirical studies from diverse educational levels. The following research questions guided our study: 1) What are the instructors' perceptions of product- and process-based writing? 2) What are their self-reported practices regarding these writing approaches? 3) Is there any alignment between their perceptions and their self-reported practices of product- and process-based writing instruction? For this purpose, a questionnaire was developed to collect data from 51 instructors. Since the questionnaire items regarding perceptions and practices were identical and covered five subscales under the two overall approaches, comparisons could be performed. The findings showed that the instructors agreed on the value of the subscale of Engagement in the writing revision process more than the other subscales. They also indicated that the two subscales of Engagement in the writing revision process and Writing as a final product were their most frequently reported writing practices. Based on the comparison between their perceptions and self-reported practices, consistencies were found in all five subscales. This study not only validated the questionnaire on the two approaches to teaching EFL writing in Moroccan universities but also showed the extent to which instructors’ perceptions and self-reported practices matched one another.