Teaching Mode Research Articles

Developing Professionally as an English Teacher: An Autoethnographic Study of ICT Tool Use During and After the Pandemic in Nepal

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted Nepal's education system, forcing educators to rethink their classroom practices and transition from their physical classrooms to online platforms and other modes of teaching and learning. In this autoethnographic exploration, I draw from my significant experiences and practices about growing from a common to a techno-friendly teacher during and after the pandemic. Teacher professional development plays a dominant role in creating positive impacts on the lives of every teacher, especially during the pandemic days and transition. Hence, I reflected on the role of ICT in my professional growth and how they have influenced my professional journey. Subscribing experiential and transition theory, I interpreted my narratives, insights, and flashbacks about past incidents and interpreted them. The study reveals how an English language teacher struggled with ICT tools and other digital resources in the early days of the pandemic and felt vulnerable. These struggles, difficulties, vulnerabilities, and challenges in using ICT, including the applications, tools, and resources, and my resilience to cope with adversities, learning to use these tools, and the awaiting opportunities made a significant change in my teaching journey. My narratives, interpretations, and discussions showed the prominent role of ICT in the professional development of teachers.

Students’ perception and self-efficacy in blended learning of medical nutrition course: a mixed-method research

BackgroundThe blended teaching mode, which combines online and offline learning, has gained significant traction in higher education. This study aims to explore the impact of blended learning on students’ academic performance, engagement, and self-efficacy in a medical nutrition course.MethodsA mixed-method research design was employed, involving 110 undergraduate students enrolled in a blended learning medical nutrition course and a control group of 93 students from a traditional learning environment. Data collection included academic performance assessments, semi-structured interviews, and an anonymous questionnaire. Quantitative data were analyzed using t-tests and chi-square tests, while qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis.ResultsStudents in the blended learning group demonstrated significantly higher self-efficacy, particularly in organizing their study plans, participating in interactive learning activities, and applying course knowledge. Academic performance was notably better in collaborative assessments, such as group discussions and exploratory projects, in the blended learning group compared to the control group. Qualitative analysis revealed that students appreciated the flexibility and engagement offered by the blended learning model, although they also faced challenges related to self-discipline and the learning environment.ConclusionsThe blended learning approach enhances student engagement, self-efficacy, and collaborative skills, particularly in group-based assessments. While students benefit from the flexibility and richness of learning resources, challenges related to self-discipline and learning environments need to be addressed to optimize the effectiveness of blended learning.

Hindi-Urdu through COVID-19: A Three-year Account at UBC

As the impact of COVID 19 is waning and life is coming back to normal, many universities, after weighing the advantages and disadvantages of online teaching, have started experimenting with various teaching methods. A 3-year long period of COVID-impacted teaching has changed the way instruction of foreign language in general and of Hindi-Urdu in particular is delivered. From the initial haste in transitioning the remaining part of the academic year 2019-20 to online teaching, then through full online teaching of 2020-21 and on and off-online teaching in 2021-22, to the returning to normalcy in 2022-23, the three-year period has kept the teachers on their toes to be ready for any sudden changes and adjusting to the changes to the teaching modes. In this paper, I aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the 3-year period how the Hindi-Urdu language program at the University of British Columbia (UBC) adapted its teaching method in response to the evolving challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Research on the Construction of Electrical and Electronic Experimental Teaching Platforms in Higher Vocational Colleges

With the advancement of vocational education reform, education informationization, and digitalization have become the important direction of the reform of electrical and electronic teaching in high vocational colleges. In this context, intelligent product development of professional electrical and electronic teaching should also do a good job in practice and innovation, especially in actively building a digital experimental teaching platform and promoting the reform of experimental teaching mode, so that students can learn more useful knowledge and skills in the new platform, and cultivate more applied and skilled talents for society. While analyzing the problems existing in the traditional electrical and electronic experimental teaching mode, this paper analyzes the significance and practical path of the construction of electrical and electronic experimental teaching platforms in higher vocational colleges which can be of reference in future research.

Hybrid Teaching Mode of Physical Education with Sports Games Based on Artificial Intelligence

Hybrid Teaching Mode of Physical Education with Sports Games Based on Artificial Intelligence

IMPLEMENTATION OF OPEN HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM AT DOÑA FRANCISCA LACSAMANA DE ORTEGA MEMORIAL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

The study examined the implementation and challenges of the Open High School Program (OHSP) at Doña Francisca Lacsamana de Ortega Memorial National High School (DFLOMNHS). The OHSP serves as an alternative mode of secondary education, designed to accommodate learners who cannot attend traditional schools due to personal, economic, or geographical constraints. This descriptive research investigated the relationship between learner profiles, academic performance, and the level of program implementation. The study involved 48 learners and 16 teachers, utilizing surveys to assess various factors, including the program’s effectiveness and the challenges faced by teacher-implementers. The results revealed that the majority of learners are female, aged 16-20, and come from low-income families with parents who generally have low educational attainment. The academic performance of these learners varies, with a significant portion not meeting expectations. The level of program implementation, as perceived by both learners and teachers, is generally positive, but challenges remain, particularly in addressing the diverse needs of learners and improving academic outcomes. The study underscores the importance of continued support and evaluation to enhance the effectiveness of OHSP in achieving its goals of reducing dropout rates and providing quality education to underserved communities. The following conclusions were drawn based on the findings. Open High School learners and teachers possessed varied characteristics as to gender, age, highest educational attainment of parents, occupation of the parents, family monthly income, academic performance, and years in service. Open High School is generally-well implemented by both teachers and the learners. There is no significant difference in the level of implementation of Open High School as perceived by the learners and the teachers. There is no significant relationship between the profile characteristics of the learners and various dimensions of the implementation of the Open High School program. Similarly, the profile of the teacher-respondents also showed no significant relationship with the implementation of the Open High School program across the same dimensions. The respondents face significant challenges in the implementation of the Open High School program, which can be categorized into three primary clusters: role challenges, general challenges, and instructional challenges. Based on the findings and conclusions drawn, the following are highly recommended. Schools should implement programs that equip parents with skills to support their children academically, particularly for those with lower educational attainment and low family monthly income. Regular workshops on seminars on modern teaching methods, time management, and academic support could be beneficial. Professional development programs should be intensified to equip teachers with innovative teaching methods, such as integrating technology and differentiated instruction. This will address the gap in teaching methods and promote more engaging and effective learning experiences. Efforts should be made to maintain or enhance open communication and collaboration between learners and teachers. Continuous monitoring and evaluation of the Open High School Program’s effectiveness should be carried out to ensure its goals are being met. Comprehensive evaluation of the Open High School program to identify other factors that might influence its implementation effectiveness such as program resources, training quality, and support system should be conducted. Similar studies should be conducted to further determine the effectiveness of the Open High School program.

Research on the application of case libraries in accounting master's degree teaching practice

With the diversification of teaching modes and the development of information technology, the case library teaching method has received increasing attention and application both domestically and internationally. Case library construction has a significant promoting effect on the teaching practice of Master of Accounting, which can not only improve the teaching quality and learning effectiveness of accounting majors, but also help cultivate more high-quality accounting talents with practical and innovative abilities. In the future, case library construction should continue to focus on the localization of materials with Chinese characteristics, pay attention to the development of cases on cutting-edge topics and emerging fields, in order to promote the construction of case library compilation and the sustainable development of the accounting industry.

Research on the Mechanisms of the Digital Art Talent Cultivation Mode in Colleges and Universities Based on the AIGC

In the field of digital art, artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) technology is gradually becoming the core driving force of innovation. AIGC technology can automatically generate images, music, text and other types of artworks by simulating the creative process of human beings, providing new tools and platforms for digital art creation. Through the three methods of the literature review method, case study method, and interviews and questionnaire surveys, this paper thoroughly explores the current status of the application of AIGC in digital art education in colleges and universities, its teaching effect and its impact on the construction of teaching resources, teaching modes and evaluation systems. The research results show that AIGC technology can be used not only as a teaching tool but also as a platform to stimulate creativity and provide students with a new learning experience. Through data analysis, this paper reveals the potential of AIGC technology in enhancing students' interest in learning, creative expression, and technical mastery and proposes corresponding optimization of the teaching mode and evaluation system. In addition, this paper explores the challenges faced by AIGC technology in educational applications, such as ethical and legal issues, technological and cost challenges, insufficient faculty, and students' adaptability, and proposes corresponding countermeasures. Finally, this paper looks forward to the future development trend of AIGC in digital art education, highlights the contributions and innovations of the study, and provides references and suggestions for universities to cultivate new digital art talent in the era of AIGC.

Research on the Reform of Assessment under the Blended Teaching Mode: Taking the Teaching Practice of English Stylistics in Guangdong Technology College as an Example

English Stylistics is provided as an elective course by the Business English major at Guangdong Technology College, whose evaluation mechanism significantly impacts how well students learn the language. A novel assessment model is put forth in this study with the intention of transforming from a single summative assessment to a combination of formative and summative assessment in light of the shortcomings of the current assessment methodology in the course. In order to take advantage of blended teaching and integrate the online and offline learning resources of English Stylistics, all-round reforms have been carried out at multiple levels, including teaching content, teaching methods, and assessment approaches. Therefore, a more reasonable and diversified assessment method has been adopted to more comprehensively reflect students’ learning objectives and proficiency in foreign languages.

A Case Study on Ideological and Political Teaching Mode of College English Course in Minority Classes

A Case Study on Ideological and Political Teaching Mode of College English Course in Minority Classes

Analysis of Teaching Mode of Music Major Students Based on Personalized Recommendation Algorithm

Analysis of Teaching Mode of Music Major Students Based on Personalized Recommendation Algorithm

Teaching Reform and Practice of Data Structure Course Based on Smart Teaching Platform

With the rapid development of information technology, smart teaching platforms have become important tools for higher education teaching reform. As a core course of computer science and technology-related majors in higher education, the data structure course lays a solid foundation for students’ professional learning and plays an important role in promoting their future success in technology, research, and industry. This study conducts an in-depth analysis of the pain points faced by the data structure course, and explores a teaching reform and practice of integration of theory and practice based on the system application of a smart teaching platform before class, during class, and after class. The reform practice shows that this teaching mode improves students’ learning initiative, learning motivation, and practical skills. Students not only achieved better results in knowledge mastery but also significantly improved in problem analysis and solution.

Research on the Teaching Mode of “Cross-border E-commerce” in International Trade Major of Independent College Based on PBL

Research on the Teaching Mode of “Cross-border E-commerce” in International Trade Major of Independent College Based on PBL

Portfolio career formation in Australia: Implications for higher music education

This article reports findings from a qualitative study undertaken to explore the career trajectories of Australian portfolio musicians including their interactions and engagement with formal, non-formal, and informal modes of music education. Semi-structured interviews were undertaken with 18 musicians, selected with a desire to represent musical, cultural, social, and gender diversity. The participants exhibited composite or “portfolio” careers, consisting of work across multiple domains. The investigation revealed that such career formation happens in an episodic rather than linear fashion, as opportunity and adversity lead to portfolio diversification. Ongoing theorisation of the data identified ways in which musicians’ portfolio diversification is enabled by knowledge and skill connections, and, by a keen awareness of intra- and inter-personal values, beliefs, and personal qualities. By observing the ways that musicians construct and then draw upon their epistemic and social foundations laid down both in and outside of formal education, higher music education providers may be able to better plan and enact meaningful curriculum reform for the future.

Optimization of College Music Teaching Mode Based on Embedded Neural Network

The traditional teaching mode is difficult to fully meet the diversity of modern music education. This paper focuses on exploring new paths to optimize university music teaching models using advanced data algorithm technologies such as embedded neural networks. This exploration is not only an innovation of traditional teaching models, but also a key practice to promote students’ comprehensive development, enhance their overall quality, and stimulate innovative thinking. This paper deeply analyzes the urgency and importance of optimizing the music teaching mode in universities, and points out that in the rapidly changing digital age, music education must keep pace with the times to achieve a comprehensive upgrade of teaching content, methods, and evaluation system through technological means, in order to meet the diverse and high-quality demands of society for music talents. These technological advancements not only provide strong support for the integration of teaching resources and the design of personalized learning paths, but also open up vast space for the implementation of innovative teaching models. This paper introduces a new concept of spectral regression rationality. This concept aims to conduct in-depth analysis of music works through embedded neural networks to ensure the accuracy of music expression. At the same time, guide students to master scientific data analysis methods and cultivate their rational thinking and aesthetic abilities in music creation.

Application of problem-based learning and case-based learning in teaching ectopic pregnancy to fifth-year medical students

ObjectiveThis study explored the effectiveness of combining problem-based learning (PBL) and case-based learning (CBL) in the clinical teaching of ectopic pregnancy. Methods: Fifth-year students majoring in clinical medicine were recruited from the Department of Gynecology at the Hengyang Central Hospital and Hainan General Hospital between September 2023 and June 2024. The students were randomly assigned to either the combined PBL-CBL or the traditional group. At the end of the class, both groups of students were required to complete a post-class quiz and an anonymous questionnaire.ResultsThe basic knowledge score in the combined PBL-CBL group was significantly higher than that in the traditional group (42.6 ± 3.6 vs 35.0 ± 2.3, p = 0.000). Similarly, the case analysis score was higher in the combined PBL-CBL group than that in the traditional group (37.1 ± 6.2 versus 33.8 ± 5.7, p = 0.013). The scores for learning motivation, understanding, student–teacher interaction, communication skills, clinical thinking skills, self-learning skills, knowledge absorption, and satisfaction with the course in the combined PBL-CBL group were significantly higher than those in the traditional group (p < 0.05). However, the score for the amount of free time consumed by the combined PBL-CBL group was significantly higher than that of the traditional group (p < 0.05).ConclusionThe study suggests that the combined PBL-CBL teaching method might be a promising new mode of gynecological education.

Based on the Combination of Virtual and Real“Aircraft Spray Training” Curriculum Teaching Mode Reform

With the development of information technology, virtual simulation technology has been applied in many courses. At present, there are still some problems in the teaching of aircraft spraying practice course. In view of these problems, this paper puts forward the reform of teaching mode based on the combination of virtual and real, this paper analyzes the significance of applying the mode of combination of virtual and real teaching. Through practice, it is found that the model can improve students' learning interest and training quality

Virtual reality: The bridge between medical education and clinical practice.

After perusing the paper by Kim et al, I discovered that this is an interesting manuscript and a successful study. Virtual reality (VR) is an emerging and promising technology employed in the domain of medical practice and medical education over the past decade. In the era of big data, VR is constantly progressing in the fields of medical education and clinical diagnosis and treatment. As a novel scientific and technological tool, VR not only overcomes multiple limitations of the traditional medical teaching mode but also reduces the reliance on personnel and equipment. VR can simulate the real clinical situation, stimulate the enthusiasm of young doctors and nurses for clinical study, and simultaneously safeguard and promote medical safety and doctor-patient harmony. Favorable outcomes have been attained in clinical teaching and diagnosis and treatment activities. While enhancing the training conditions of medical cosmetics and elevating the level of clinical practice and teaching, the risks resulting from improper clinical diagnosis and treatment have been circumvented. All of this is evident and comprehensible.

Exploration of Business English Teaching Mode in Applied Undergraduate Colleges Based on OBE Concepts

In the context of globalization, the demand for business English professionals is increasing, placing the application-oriented undergraduate institutions under the critical responsibility of cultivating business English graduates with practical abilities and professional competencies. However, the traditional teaching model tends to prioritize the impartation of linguistic knowledge, neglecting the cultivation of actual application skills, which fails to meet market demands. The Outcome-Based Education (OBE) philosophy, which is guided by learning outcomes and emphasizes the development of students' abilities, offers new insights for educational reform. This article reviews the current state of research on business English teaching models in application-oriented undergraduate institutions, highlighting the shortcomings of traditional models. Based on the OBE concept, this article explores the reconstruction of training objectives, the optimization of curriculum systems, the reform of teaching methods, and the improvement of evaluation systems as four core elements, and proposes implementation strategies involving strengthening top-level design, faculty development, school-enterprise cooperation, and information technology construction. These measures not only enhance the quality of education but also boost students' competitiveness in the workplace, providing valuable references for the reform of business English teaching models in application-oriented undergraduate institutions.

The Reform and Practice of College English Writing Teaching Mode by Integrating Information Technology

The integration of information technology (IT) into college English writing instruction has emerged as a transformational strategy in response to the limitations of traditional teaching methods. This paper explores the modifications and applications of a pedagogical approach that uses ICT to improve the effectiveness of college English writing instruction. Traditional approaches to teaching English writing often suffer from limitations such as lack of individual feedback, monolithic teaching methods, and inadequate engagement with digital tools that define modern communication. The study examines how the integration of ICTs into the curriculum can lead to a variety of instructional strategies, including digital tools, collaborative methods, and multimedia materials, that address different learning styles. The main focus areas are the challenges associated with traditional teaching methods, the specific benefits of ICT in teaching English writing, and practical strategies for better integration The paper builds on case studies and data-supported outcomes to demonstrate the success of ICT-enabled learning practices for improving students’ writing skills, critical thinking skills and engagement. The findings suggest that ICT not only modernizes English education but also integrates the demands of a digitally connected world. This integration opens up a more sustainable, inclusive, and competency-oriented approach to English writing education in colleges.