Master Students Research Articles

Consumer Attitude and Purchase Intention of Counterfeit Phones Among Masters Students in Selected Public Universities in Kenya

Consumer Attitude and Purchase Intention of Counterfeit Phones Among Masters Students in Selected Public Universities in Kenya

Provision and Long-Term Assessment of a Specialized Clinical Evidence-Based Practice Curriculum for Master of Social Work Students

This study investigated social workers’ knowledge of the common elements in evidence-based practice to treat youth mental health conditions following a specialized curriculum during their Master of Social Work (MSW) education. Participants’ knowledge was measured during their MSW education and in their first 5 years of social work practice after graduation. The quantitative study measured participants’ knowledge of common elements three times; 86 social workers participated in the study with 67 sets of scores at three data points. Study results showed that participants knew more after completing the curriculum but knew less one to five years after graduation. Overall, however, their knowledge remained higher than before the curriculum. The findings provided insight into social workers’ knowledge of common elements of evidence-based practice modalities over time following a specialized curriculum. Findings also suggested that having multiple work obligations, lacking supervision, and receiving supervision by someone other than a social worker were all factors that might hinder graduates from continuing their education in evidence-based practice after graduation.

Factors Affecting the Intention to Study a Master's Degree Abroad of Vietnamese Students and Recommendations

Recently, there has been an annual increase in the number of masters in Vietnam. In contrast, universities in Vietnam do not recruit enough master's students to meet the set goals. This is due, in part, to the fact that students frequently pursue master's degrees abroad. This study aimed to determine the factors influencing students' intentions to pursue a master's degree abroad in engineering and economics. The proposed research model is based on Ajzen's Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) (1991), developed from the previous Theory of Reasoned Action in 1975, and incorporates related studies. This model includes the factors that influence the intention to study for a master's degree—attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioral control, communication, reasonable cost, and career opportunities—and the factors that influence the attitude to study for a master's degree. 434 valid samples for analysis, conducted several methods, including Cronbach's Alpha test, EFA, CFA, and SEM, to affirm the reliability of the measurement scale and the appropriateness of the variables in the research model. Based on the research results, we identify the influencing factors that underlie the article's recommendations.

The interactive effect of individual and co-worker narcissism on counterproductive work behavior

PurposeCounterproductive work behavior (CWB) imposes significant costs on organizations, thus antecedents of CWB are of particular interest to both practitioners and academics. The authors examine how one’s own narcissism interacts with co-worker narcissism to influence willingness to engage in retaliatory CWB against a co-worker.Design/methodology/approachThe data for this study were obtained from Amazon Mechanical Turk participants and Master of Business Administration students, representing a cross-section of employee representatives.FindingsThe authors find that employees expect narcissistic co-workers to engage in continuing future CWB and this, in turn, increases employees' willingness to engage in retaliatory CWB. That is, non-narcissistic employees are provoked to engage in organizationally-destructive behaviors by peers perceived as narcissists. This affect is attenuated by the employee’s own narcissism. Relative to non-narcissists, narcissistic employees find a narcissistic co-worker more likeable, which reduces their willingness to engage in retaliatory CWB against the co-worker.Practical implicationsFor corporations and HR managers, this study demonstrates the caution necessary when considering hiring and operational practices. Specifically, non-narcissists demonstrate increased willingness to engage in organizationally-destructive behaviors after interpersonal conflict with a narcissistic co-worker.Originality/valueThe authors extend prior research about interpersonal drivers of CWB, which primarily considered superior-subordinate dyad, by examining the joint effects of individual and co-worker narcissism in peer-to-peer relationships.

Development of a Sustainable Professional Model for Sports Graduates Based on Future Problem Solving Skills to Support Individual Productivity

Everyday life requires a lot of expenses. Of course, this must be balanced with maximum income. So productivity is very important to achieve goals. Human resource factors in an agency play an important role because they play a role in planning and implementing factors in realizing goals. Individual productivity is one of the factors that can influence success in an organization. This concerns individual development in terms of knowledge and skills in doing something, especially for sports graduates. The method in this service is in stage 1 analyzing the preparedness of the sports master's students' environment towards graduation, analysis of individual career development training needs, stage 2 model design training, validation of the model plan developed, revision of the initial model design which has been validated, stage 3 model testing which was developed, revised the model based on feedback and findings from implementation results, implementation model stage 4, training/dissemination stage 5. The results of the service implementation were carried out smoothly so that it could be implemented well. With this dedication, it is hoped that the audience will not only gain knowledge but also be able to design their own profession or career targets for the next few years

How does abusive supervision differentiation affect employee work-family conflict? A moderated chain mediation model

PurposeThis study aims to explore the mechanism of abusive supervision differentiation on employee work-family conflict, and examine the chain mediating role of work-related rumination and organizational citizenship behavior/deviant workplace behavior, as well as the moderating role of work-family boundary segmentation preference.Design/methodology/approachThe authors designed two studies: Study 1 was a scenario experiment with 120 Master of Business Administration students. To further explore this finding, the authors conducted a multiwave survey in Study 2 with 345 employees from various organizations.FindingsThe results of Study 1 showed that abusive supervision differentiation had a positive effect on work-related rumination, and work-related rumination mediated the relationship between differentiated abusive supervision and organizational citizenship behavior/deviant workplace behavior. The results of Study 2 not only confirmed the conclusions of Study 1 but also revealed that organizational citizenship behavior/deviant workplace behavior significantly affected work-family conflict. Abusive supervision differentiation had a positive effect on work-family conflict through work-related rumination and organizational citizenship behavior/deviant workplace behavior. In addition, work-family boundary segmentation preference negatively moderated the relationship between organizational citizenship behavior and work-family conflict.Originality/valueFirst, to the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first paper to test the spillover effect of abusive supervision differentiation on the family domain through a chain mediation model. It extends the research on abusive supervision differentiation from the work domain to the family domain. Second, previous research has highlighted role conflict or role insufficiency as significant factors contributing to work-family conflict. However, this study suggests that abusive supervision differentiation from workplace managers can also trigger work-family conflict, providing a new perspective in the study of precursors to work-family conflict.

Analysing perception and interest of bachelor's and master's accounting students towards the public accounting profession

In today's business landscape, public accountants play a crucial role in upholding financial integrity and transparency. However, there's a growing concern as accounting students show declining interest in pursuing a public accounting career, often due to perceived challenges and monotony in the profession. This study investigates the factors affecting career interests, specifically exploring differences between bachelor's and master's accounting students. Conducted in Sumatera, Indonesia, the research utilized a questionnaire-based approach. Findings highlighted distinct motivations and perceptions. Bachelor's students were highly motivated by aligning their education with career choices and financial incentives, supported by strong social networks. In contrast, master's students approached the decision more cautiously, considering factors like time, cost, and the significance of professional experience. Both groups recognized the importance of analytical skills and professionalism in public accounting, with master's students exhibiting higher self-motivation. The study underscores the need to enhance students' understanding of accounting challenges and opportunities. It advocates for increased social support, professional exposure, and comprehensive information dissemination. Implications include the importance of developing robust career programs, fostering industry collaborations, and conducting further research to deeply comprehend factors shaping students' perceptions and motivations. These initiatives aim to rejuvenate interest and contribute to a more robust public accounting workforce in the future.

Development of functional and pedagogical leadership in the aspect of continuing professional and pedagogical development

ABSTRACT The article presents the solution to the problem of developing leadership competencies in master’s degree students majoring in ‘Pedagogical sciences’ and developing leadership qualities in practicing educators. The study was conducted at M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University and the Institute for Professional Development in Karaganda Region (Republic of Kazakhstan). Research methods incorporated a theoretical and practical analysis of leadership within the education system; modeling of leadership domains and content in Kazakhstani schools through work with teachers; diagnostics of the leadership abilities of master students through interviews; and hands-on experimental work. During the research, the developed programs and activities of Leadership School as a professional collaboration (networking) in formal, non-formal, and informal education have been tested; the intersectionality of processes of stakeholding, functional and pedagogical leadership, and transformative pedagogical mentoring has been established. It was stated that functional and pedagogical leadership resolves the contradiction between the revolutionary developing environment and the intrinsically evolutionary professional development of teachers. It was concluded that pedagogical leadership plays a crucial role in school reform and development. With functional leadership skills, educators can be instrumental in driving changes in curriculum design, implementing new teaching strategies, and improving overall school performance.

Back to the Future: How Master of Social Work Students Adjusted to Returning to In-Person Instruction During the COVID-19 Pandemic

ABSTRACT The COVID-19 pandemic impacted social work students accustomed to in-person learning, forcing a shift to remote education. During fall 2021 and spring 2022, they faced a return to physical classrooms. Few studies have explored the effects of reverting to in-person classes amidst the pandemic. This exploratory study surveyed 135 Master of Social Work students in the U.S. tri-state area, focusing on the emotional and cognitive impacts of transitioning back to in-person learning after at least one semester online. Findings indicate that students prefer choosing their study mode, need emotional preparation for in-person learning, and face multiple psychosocial challenges impacting their education. The study suggests that educational institutions should offer flexible learning options and enhance emotional support to support students’ education.

From master’s thesis to research publication: a mixed-methods study of medical student publishing and experiences with the publishing process

BackgroundMedical student master’s theses are often carried out as research projects, and some are published as research papers in journals. We investigated the percentage of master’s theses conducted by 5th -year students at the Medical Degree Program at Lund University, Sweden, that subsequently served as the basis for research publications. In addition, we explored both student and supervisor experiences with the publishing process.MethodsA cohort of four semesters of student data covering the period from 2019 to 2020 (n = 446) was searched in PubMed, Embase and the Web of Science to assess whether they had been published as research papers. Surveys were sent to students (n = 121) and supervisors (n = 77) to explore their experiences with the publishing process.ResultsWe found that 33% (149 of 446) of the students in the 2019–2020 cohort subsequently published their theses, and 50% of these students were listed as first authors. Most students published original research. Students (n = 21) and supervisors (n = 44) reported that the publishing process was time-consuming and that students needed multilevel support from supervisors to achieve successful publication. The publishing process was reported by 79% of the students to have led to additional learning. Most of the papers (126 of 149, 85%) had a clinical or patient-oriented focus.ConclusionA high percentage of the student publications in which students are listed as first authors require engagement from both students and supervisors. Supervisors play an essential role in supporting students in a successful publication process. Most of the published papers were either clinical or patient-oriented research.

ANALYSIS OF MOTIVATION AND ABILITY ON STUDENT LEARNING PERFORMANCE WITH ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT AS AN INTERVENING VARIABLE

Higher education is an educational institution which contains academics with different backgrounds who have been well selected. This research aims to determine the factors that influence student learning performance, with the respondent students of the Master's study program at STIESIA in Surabaya. Fouty five (45) copies of the questionnaire were distributed but only thirty eights copies were returned. After it being sorted, thirty fives copies could be processed. This study used a quantitative research method. The result shows that Motivation has a significant influence on student learning performance, and Ability does not have a significant effect on student learning performance, furthermore organizational commitment is unable to mediate all exogenous variables. Threfore, study program must motivate students to improve student learning achievements by improving students' abilities through seminars, providing opportunities and being able to increase the ability to improve student learning achievements, reducing obstacles by providing sufficient funds to conduct research. Hence, students will enthusiastic to improve their academic achievements. The originality of this research is that the research is focused on Master's students with a higher level of motivation and a strong desire for the importance of education.

First person – Emily Harders

ABSTRACT First Person is a series of interviews with the first authors of a selection of papers published in Biology Open, helping researchers promote themselves alongside their papers. Emily Harders is first author on ‘ Avian extraembryonic membranes respond to yolk corticosterone early in development’, published in BiO. Emily conducted the research described in this article while a master's student in Dr Ryan Paitz's lab at Illinois State University, Normal, USA. She is now currently a specimen processing technician at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska, while she applies for PhD programs. She is interested in understanding how maternal/fetal signalling is regulated in extraembryonic tissues.

18th Prof. Vladas Gronskas International Scientific Conference: Abstract Book

The conference “18th Prof. Vladas Gronskas International Scientific Conference” is an arena for cooperation and scholarly fellowship, with young researchers, bachelor, master and doctoral students from Lithuania and foreign countries. It is an arena for open discussion where young researches have the opportunity to present and share their scientific insights.
 This conference encourages internationalization and a closer cooperation between science and business. The conference keynote speakers – business representatives – provide participants with new insights and inspiration for further research.
 The main goal of this scientific gathering is to contribute to the reliable, safe, effective and sustainable economy and business development. Encouraging entrepreneurship is a crucial condition for economic growth and this puts forward a new approach to business, creativity, value creation, and the implementation of innovations. It is precisely in this context where business and science should interact.

The level of knowledge of master's dental students in the Netherlands and Flanders about matrix metalloproteinases

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are enzymes involved in the remodelling and degradation of the extracellular matrix, which is essential for maintaining healthy oral tissues. It is therefore important for dental students to know the role of MMPs in biological processes and diseases. Using a questionnaire, a cross-sectional study was conducted among master's dental students from 3 universities in the Netherlands and Belgium. The general level of knowledge about MMPs of the 80 respondents was predominantly low (91.3%). Significant differences were observed among students from the various dental schools, with students from the University of Groningen and Ghent University scoring significantly higher than those from the Academic Centre for Dentistry in Amsterdam (ACTA). Gender was associated with a few questions on the relationship between MMPs and dentistry, with female students achieving higher scores. Improving dental curricula regarding MMPs and their role in dental processes seems warranted.

The Effect of Social Presence on the Online Learning Experiences of Full-Time Masters Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic evoked significant challenges for universities worldwide. Due to government restrictions during this period (2020-2021), the majority of university programmes were forced to rapidly change from traditional classroom teaching to online teaching. Effective online learning is, however, dependent on social presence; being one of the most important determinants of successful online learning regardless of discipline. This research aimed to identify and explore the role of social presence in both asynchronous and synchronous classes, and how social presence affects students’ online learning experiences. Further, this study aimed to provide recommendations for teachers wanting to improve the social presence in online classes. A qualitative survey and semi-structured interviews were conducted to better understand students’ online learning experiences. Results showed that social presence strengthens students’ experiences of belonging in the online learning community, as well as improves the students’ sense of engagement with their education. In turn, social presence reduced loneliness and promoted satisfaction. Social presence also helped students improve their academic comprehension and motivation when attending online courses during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study presents several suggestions from participants, such as turning on the camera during synchronous classes, and limiting the number of group members. Combined, these suggestions can help instructors design effective online courses. The study concludes by providing suggestions for future research that may enhance social presence in online learning communities.

A New Adoption Intention Model of Drone Application in Food Delivery Services in Malaysia: A Conceptual Paper

The current Industrial Revolution era seems to enforce new ways of implementing online food delivery services, one of which is the use of drone delivery. One of the problems is that the existing food delivery services use human riders which are prone to accidents, for example about 1600 death cases were reported in 2020 involving p-hailing (food and parcel) riders. Also, the use of drones is needed to help victims of natural disasters such as floods, typhoons, and landslides. Malaysia has commenced the trial use of drone food delivery to tackle these problems. Particularly, consumers’ behavioral intentions to use drone food delivery services have been laid low with complex aviation rules and regulations. Hence, the main objective of this study is to examine the predictors of adoption intention in drone food delivery among food delivery providers and consumers in Malaysia. The research methods used are qualitative and quantitative research designs. The quantitative data will be collected using an online survey and will be analyzed using structural equation modeling (SMART PLS). For qualitative technique, the telephone interviews with 15 food delivery service providers and drone collaborators will be conducted and analyzed using verbatim analysis. The expected output is a new adoption intention model of drone food delivery services, one Master student (by research), two publications, and one IP. The result will be significant to the nation in terms of increasing the adoption of delivery drones hence increasing automation in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0). This research also improves the economy and societal benefit through efficient supply chain and transportation of services in urban and affected areas such as the spread of diseases or natural disasters, i.e., floods and landslides.

Job preferences of master of public health students in China: a discrete choice experiment

BackgroundThe shortage of public health personnel and the uneven distribution between urban and rural areas are thorny issues in China. Master of public health (MPH) is an integral part of public health human resources in the future, and it is of far-reaching significance to discuss their work preferences. The present study wants to investigate the job preference of MPH, understand the relative importance of different job attributes, and then put forward targeted incentive measures.MethodsDiscrete choice experiment (DCE) was used to evaluate the job preference of MPHs in two medical colleges in Liaoning Province. Attributes include employment location, bianzhi, working environment, career development prospects, work value and monthly income. Thirty-six choice sets were developed using a fractional factorial design. Mixed logit models were used to analysis the DCE data.ResultsThe final sample comprised 327 MPHs. All the attributes and levels included in the study are statistically significant. Monthly income is the most important factor for MPHs. For non-economic factors, they value career development prospects most, followed by the employment location. Respondents’ preferences are heterogeneous and influenced by individual characteristics. Subgroup analysis showed that respondents from different family backgrounds have different job preferences. Policy simulation suggested that respondents were most sensitive to a salary increase, and the combination of several non-economic factors can also achieve the same effect.ConclusionsEconomic factors and non-economic factors significantly affect the job preference of MPHs. To alleviate the shortage and uneven distribution of public health personnel, more effective policy intervention should comprehensively consider the incentive measures of the work itself and pay attention to the individual characteristics and family backgrounds of the target object.

Exploring heutagogy, knowledge management, and rhizomatic learning approaches in Master�s degree programs

Relevance. The digital transformation of education has necessitated a shift towards heutagogical principles in postgraduate programs. Even before the pandemic, theories about digital natives and heutagogy pointed towards new directions in education driven by digitalization.Purpose. This study aims to synthesize the emerging paradigms of Education 3.0 and 4.0 in relation to knowledge management concepts for training master's students. It also evaluates students� perspectives on the principles of Education 3.0 and self-directed learning.Methodology. A questionnaire with two sections was administered to 149 master's students across four universities in Kazakhstan.Results. Understanding heutagogy as a self-determined learning theory can cultivate a new generation of professionals ready for the knowledge economy. Heutagogy nurtures this phenomenon of a globalized knowledge marketplace. The theoretical portion summarizes approaches to redefining learning and learner identities by connecting digital disruptions to transformations in learning and thinking.Conclusions. The practical component examines Master�s students� evaluations of heutagogical principles. Future plans include developing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on heutagogy and Education 4.0.

Training Master of Social Work Students in Brief Intervention for Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Results of a Validated Adherence Assessment.

Many social workers receive limited training in working with clients engaged in unhealthy substance use. As a result, national organizations and agencies such as the Council on Social Work Education and individual social work programs are beginning to address this need by incorporating training into higher education social work programs. The purpose of this study was to examine Master of Social Work (MSW) students' adherence to a brief intervention protocol for unhealthy alcohol use. A total of 91 MSW students consented to the assessment of their digital, audio-recorded class assignment by independent raters. Although 90% of MSW student participants were found to be overall adherent to the protocol, gaps in training quality were also identified. Lessons learned for addressing the gaps are discussed, along with future directions for teaching and learning in social work related to substance use.

ПСИХОЛОГО-ПЕДАГОГИЧЕСКИЕ ВОЗМОЖНОСТИ ГРУППОВОЙ РАБОТЫ НА ЗАНЯТИЯХ В МАГИСТРАТУРЕ ДЛЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНЫХ НАВЫКОВ ПРЕПОДАВАНИЯ В ВУЗЕ

The article explores the features of utilizing group work in the training of Master’s students in the scientific and pedagogical field. To update this subject matter, the article provides a rationale for the methodological aspects of psychological and pedagogical support for group interaction of those pursuing Master’s degree. The theoretical framework explores key approaches in higher education applicable to Master’s degree courses, the intricacies of the educational process in training Master’s students, teaching methodologies, active learning techniques, and the psychological and pedagogical potential of organizing group work within the academic pursuits of Master’s students. Additionally, the article conducts a review of both relevant domestic and international scientific research to integrate theoretical and practical aspects and identify opportunities for effective practice-oriented learning for graduate students through pedagogical disciplines. Moreover, the article substantiates the essence and advantages of employing group work during the lessons. The experimental validation of the psychological and pedagogical possibilities of organizing group work includes diagnostics through participant observation and a questionnaire aimed at identifying mediated group cohesion and interaction within group activities while studying pedagogical courses. The practical significance of the study confirmed the legitimacy of substantiating the possibilities of group work for mastering professional competencies to prepare Master’s students for teaching in the future. Based on practical work and the involvement of Master’s students in group interaction, recommendations were developed for the algorithm of group work, and innovative methods, techniques and technologies were utilized to enhance group interaction of Master's students, techniques of cooperation, teamwork, development of innovative behavior of students.