Need For Training Research Articles

Providing a localised cervical cancer screening course for general practice nurses

Cervical cancer screening programs in Australia have been developed to detect early precancerous changes in women with a cervix aged between 25 and 74. Yet, many barriers remain to the uptake of cervical screening. Barriers include a lack of culturally appropriate service provision, physical access, poor health literacy, emotional difficulties, socio-economic disadvantage and not having access to a female service provider. In remote and very remote areas of Australia, additional barriers experienced by Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples include a distrust of healthcare providers and a lack of services, resulting in a much higher rate of diagnosis and death from cervical cancer. General practice nurses (GPNs) are well placed to conduct cervical screening tests (CSTs) after they have undertaken additional education and practical training. GPNs’ increase in scope of practice is beneficial to general practice as it helps to remove some barriers to cervical screening. In addition, GPNs conducting CSTs reduce GP workload and burnout and increase teamwork. GPNs working in metropolitan clinics have greater access to training facilities, whereas those working in rural and remote clinics are required to travel potentially long distances to complete practical assessments. This highlights the need for training to be made available in rural and remote areas. The aim of this forum paper is therefore to generate further discussion on the need for training programs to be made available in rural and remote areas to aid the upskilling of GPNs.

Reproducibility of the AGREE II Tool for Assessing the Methodological Quality of Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Antithrombotic Agents in Patients Undergoing GI Endoscopy.

Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) exist for the management of antithrombotic agents in the periendoscopic period; however, their methodological qualities vary. The Appraisal of Guidelines for Research & Evaluation II (AGREE II) tool has been validated for the assessment of the methodological quality of CPGs; however, its reproducibility has not been assessed. The goal of this study was to assess the reproducibility of the AGREE II tool for CPGs published within the last 6 years for the management of antithrombotic agents in the periendoscopic period. A systematic search of PubMed and Embase databases was performed to identify eligible CPGs published between January 1, 2016 and April 14, 2022. The quality of the CPG was independently assessed by 6 reviewers using the AGREE II instrument. The reproducibility was summarized as weighted κ statistic and intraclass correlation coefficient using the SPSS statistical analysis package. The search yielded 343 citations with 7 CPGs from Europe, Asia, and the United States included in the critical appraisal. The overall mean weighted κ score across all guidelines was 0.300 (range, 0.093 to 0.384) indicating a fair agreement. The overall intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.462 (range, 0.175 to 0.570) for single measures and 0.837 (range, 0.560 to 0.888) for average measures indicating moderate reliability. Our study shows only a fair overall interobserver agreement in the methodological quality of the included CPGs. The results suggest the need for education and training of CPG raters to enhance the application of the AGREE II tool to improve its reproducibility.

Analisis Penerapan Inovasi Digital pada Pariwisata Berkelanjutan di Kabupaten Semarang

Semarang Regency is one of Central Java's leading tourist destinations with the attraction of Gedong Songo Temple and Rawa Pening. In addition, Semarang Regency also has other tourism wealth in the form of 51 interesting tourist attractions and 55 tourist villages that are always active and continuously developed. Sustainable digital innovation helps to apply the latest digital technology to achieve creative solutions that will address long-term social, economic, and environmental problems. This study aims to determine the urgency and application of digital innovation in sustainable tourism in Semarang Regency. Using a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected through triangulation techniques including interviews, observation, and documentation. Data validity was tested through credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The data obtained were analyzed using qualitative methods starting from the pre-field stage, while in the field, until after the field activities were completed. The results show that the main implementation of Digital Innovation in Semarang Regency is the implementation of APIKS by the Tourism Office. However, there are challenges regarding technology adoption by local communities and the need for ongoing training, which require further attention from various relevant parties. This research is expected to provide an overview and serve as an evaluation of the importance of digital innovation in sustainable tourism management and suggests that local governments offer greater support in the form of policies and training programs to improve community digital skills. Future research can further explore the long-term impact of digital innovation on the social and environmental aspects of tourism.

Therapy and counselling experiences of queer adults in Germany

AbstractBackgroundMental health professionals play a crucial role in either alleviating or exacerbating stress among queer clients.AimsDrawing on minority stress theory, we conducted a study to examine the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or consensually non‐monogamous clients with current or recent psychotherapy or counselling experiences in Germany.MethodA convenience sample of 492 queer individuals participated in an online survey, providing insights into their most recent experiences with psychotherapy or counselling and evaluating the success of these processes. Among the participants, 92% identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or another non‐heterosexual identity, while 8% identified as heterosexual. Additionally, 54% reported being in consensually non‐monogamous relationships, and 23% identified as gender‐diverse.ResultsThe majority (92%) had prior experience with psychotherapy, with over half reporting their last session within the last month. The remaining 8% reported counselling experience. Most participants rated their recent psychotherapy or counselling process as successful. Exemplary practices were more common than inappropriate ones. While overt discrimination by mental health professionals was rare, subtle inappropriate behaviours were still prevalent. Affirmative and actively reassuring practices were strongly linked to subjective therapy success.ConclusionThe study's findings warrant cautious optimism regarding a non‐discriminative stance in German mental health professionals while highlighting the need for further research, training and guidelines for therapists and counsellors.

Ethical Issues in Treating Substance Use Disorders: Counselor Perspectives

ABSTRACT Ethical issues arise frequently in the treatment of substance use disorders (SUD). Counselors need guidance to navigate ethical dilemmas but receive limited training in resolving ethical issues. To narrow the gap between the ethical dilemmas counselors face and their training, this qualitative study assessed ethical issues that counselors encounter, how they resolve them, and desired training. We conducted qualitative individual interviews with 20 front-line counselors working in two SUD treatment programs, presenting brief vignettes that depicted the ethics code of the national organization representing SUD counselors. The interviews asked open-ended questions about how counselors dealt with issues and their ideas for future ethics training. All participants had encountered ethical dilemmas. Areas of concern included confidentiality and privacy, mandatory reporting, fairness/equity, client-counselor boundaries, tensions between workplace and client welfare, and meeting clients’ complex needs. Ways participants resolved ethical issues included consultations, using direct approaches to resolve ethical dilemmas, and commitment to providing client-centered care. Useful training in the workplace was sparse. Participants expressed needs for ongoing support to resolve workplace ethical dilemmas. Although the importance of ethical issues is widely acknowledged in treating SUD, this study underscores the need for ongoing and interactive training and supervision about ethical issues.

Effectiveness of the use of the school budget activity plan application in managing school operational assistance funds at Elementary School Number 1 Abiansemal in 2024

The management system for school operational assistance funds has evolved to in- corporate information and communication technology through the School Budget Activity Plan Application, commonly referred to as ARKAS. The Ministry of Ed- ucation, Culture, Research, and Technology developed the ARKAS innovation to facilitate the management of school operational assistance funds received by each educational institution. This study aims to understand why the effectiveness of using the School Budget Activity Plan application at Elementary School Number 1 Abi- ansemal has not yet been optimized. A qualitative method was employed to explore information about the phenomenon, supported by a descriptive approach, which en- abled the creation of relationships with informants, allowing the researcher to obtain new data. The data sources were obtained from interviews and documents related to the research. Data collection was conducted through documentation, interviews, and observation at the research location. Subsequently, the data were analyzed using data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that the suboptimal effectiveness in using the School Budget Activity Plan application for managing school operational assistance funds at Elementary School Number 1 Abiansemal is due to insufficient dissemination by relevant authorities regarding the understanding of ARKAS and inadequate supporting infrastructure. However, improvements in several components are necessary to enhance the effective- ness of managing school operational assistance funds through ARKAS. This includes the need for training and socialization to improve understanding of ARKAS usage in terms of planning, reporting, and realization, as well as creating synergy between school operators and district operators to ensure that the information conveyed is easily understood.

Assessing production, processing and utilization of sorghum in West Pokot County, Kenya

Sorghum is one of the most important and under-utilized cereal crops in the Arid and Semi-Arid land (ASAL) regions of Kenya. The crop is grown in drought-prone marginal agricultural areas of Western Central and Eastern and coastal regions of Kenya. The diverse biotic and abiotic constraints including climate changes reduce sorghum productivity. Sorghum technology generators continue promoting suitable management practices and innovations to cushion and improve the resilience of smallholder farmers against the adverse effects of climate change. These interventions contribute to the attainment of not only household and national food security but also enhance incomes. Despite the increasing sorghum production and utilization in West Pokot County, there is limited knowledge of the status of production, processing, and utilization technologies. The aim of this study was to assess the current sorghum production, processing, utilization technology, innovations, and management practices among smallholder farmers. A household survey was undertaken using a jointly developed structured questionnaire by a multi- and inter-disciplinary team of researchers. Using a multi-stage sampling technique, 599 households were randomly selected and interviewed. Data collected were on household and farm characteristics including technologies. The study revealed that compared to maize and pasture, land allocated to sorghum enterprise was relatively low ranging from 0.32 acres to 0.80 acres with an average of 0.73 acres. The adoption of various sorghum technological components was also low. Adoption of improved sorghum varieties was less than 7% while fertilizer use was less than 20%. These contribute to low crop yields of about 140kg per acre. In addition, value addition was also low. Sorghum use was limited to ugali (56%) and porridge (39%) against the diverse value-added products including bread baking. and industrial processing of pure and blended products. More farmer and stakeholders training need to be done. In order to fully upgrade the sorghum value chain; there is the need to have targeted sorghum policies focusing on a range of activities along the value chain. These interventions could be integrated into the West Pokot County Integrated Development Plan. Key words: Sorghum, Production, Marketing, Utilization, Challenges, Opportunities, West Pokot

Designing Digital Resources for Multimodal Composition in the Kindergarten Environment

In the contextual field of environmental composition in kindergarten, transforming it into a space for cognitive, social, emotional, i.e., holistic formation and development of the child, multimodality operates with authenticity, magnetism, multilevelity, multidimensionality, and dynamism to overcome schematicity and linearity of thinking, thus stimulating imagination. Leading the way is the understanding that the environmental composing of multimodality in kindergarten is the foundation of quality for the child’s cognitive, affective, sensory cognition and self-knowledge. This paper outlines the parameters of evaluating multimodal digital resources designed by students preparing for future kindergarten teachers. The starting points for their expertise in the relations of autonomy, coherence, justification, adequacy and authenticity as subjectively significant and objective wholes of multimodal composing are argued. Criteria and indicators for the expert evaluation of digital resources for multimodal environmental composing in kindergarten, as modeling and provoking and enriching the individual sensory experience of the child, as an opportunity to stimulate cognitive and personal activity are derived. It is necessary to conclude that through the design of multimodal digital resources, the existing contradictions in the starting conditions of the pedagogical interaction in the kindergarten will be overcome. The main recommendation points to the need for specific training of future children’s teachers for multimodal environmental composition of educational practices in kindergarten, synergizing different modalities, rather than their linear sequential environmental combination.

Innovation in Early Childhood: Integrating STEM from the Area of Mathematics for Significant Improvement

Integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in early nonage is pivotal for equipping children with the chops demanded for a technology- driven and wisdom- acquainted world. This approach nurtures critical thinking, problem- working capacities, and creativity from a youthful age. The composition delves into colorful styles for weaving STEM into early nonage classes, similar as hands- on conditioning, cooperative systems, and the use of arising technologies. These strategies help children grasp and explore STEM generalities in a palpable and engaging way, leading to a deeper and further lasting understanding. also, the benefits of early STEM integration are bandied, noting how it can spark children's interest in lores and boost their academic performance in these subjects. Through STEM education, scholars also acquire essential life chops like collaboration and rigidity, which are vital in our ever-evolving world. The composition high- lights how STEM education can help close gender and equity gaps, encouraging further girls and scholars from different backgrounds to get involved in STEM fields. still, the perpetration of STEM in early nonage education comes with its challenges. One significant chain is the need for adequate schoolteacher training. numerous early nonage preceptors may not have a strong background in STEM subjects, making it delicate to educate these motifs effectively. also, furnishing the necessary coffers and technological structure is essential for easing STEM integration in the class- room. Without access to applicable STEM tools and accoutrements, conducting meaningful conditioning and systems becomes grueling. The composition wraps up with recommendations for effectively enforcing STEM in early child- hood education. These include developing ongoing professional development programs for preceptors, creating learning surroundings rich in STEM resources, and promoting educational programs that support STEM addition in early training. Beforehand childhood STEM education not only prepares scholars for unborn careers in these fields but also builds a strong foundation of essential life chops, contributing to a further inclusive and indifferent education system.

Implementing safety standards in radiographic practices: challenges and solutions

Ensuring the safety of patients and healthcare workers in radiographic practices is a critical concern in modern healthcare. The use of ionizing radiation, while invaluable for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, carries inherent risks that necessitate stringent safety standards. Despite advances in technology and regulatory frameworks, the consistent implementation of these safety standards remains a challenge across various healthcare settings. The discussion addresses the complexities of navigating diverse regulatory environments, where enforcement and adherence to safety guidelines can vary significantly. These inconsistencies are particularly pronounced in low-resource regions, where limited access to modern radiographic equipment and inadequate training further exacerbate the risks of radiation exposure. Technological advancements in radiography, such as digital radiography, dose-reduction software, and advanced imaging modalities, offer significant benefits in terms of diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. However, they also introduce new challenges in maintaining up-to-date safety protocols. The rapid pace of innovation often outstrips the ability of regulatory bodies to update guidelines, leading to gaps in safety practices. Additionally, the effectiveness of these technologies depends heavily on proper usage and understanding by radiographic professionals, highlighting the need for continuous education and training. A strong safety culture within radiographic practices is essential for minimizing radiation risks. Leadership commitment, ongoing education, effective communication, and the empowerment of radiographic professionals are critical components of this culture. When these elements are in place, they foster an environment where safety is prioritized, and all staff members are actively engaged in maintaining and improving safety standards. The multifaceted approach required to enhance radiographic safety underscores the importance of harmonizing regulatory efforts, investing in modern technologies, and cultivating a safety-first mindset among healthcare professionals. These efforts collectively contribute to the safe and effective use of radiographic technology, ultimately protecting both patients and healthcare workers from unnecessary radiation exposure.

Assistance for the Furudul Ainiyah Program to Improve the Quality of Madrasah Graduates

This study explores the implementation of the Furudul Ainiyah mentoring program in an effort to improve the quality of graduates at Madrasah Aliyah. The Furudul Ainiyah program, which is designed to strengthen students' understanding and basic skills, has significant potential in improving the quality of education. However, madrassas often face challenges related to program implementation, including a lack of resources, varied teaching methodologies, and infrastructure support. The research method uses a qualitative approach with case studies as the main framework. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and analysis of curriculum documents and student evaluation results. The results of the study show that the assistance of the Furudul Ainiyah program has succeeded in improving students' understanding of the subject matter and their academic skills. The program also helps improve the learning process by strengthening academic support and increasing student engagement. However, the challenges faced include the need for further training for teachers and the improvement of support facilities.

FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES DE EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA QUE ATUAM COM ALUNOS COM DEFICIÊNCIA

This article addresses the theme of Inclusive Education with a focus on training teachers in the area of Physical Education who work in teaching students with disabilities. This article addresses the theme of Inclusive Education with a focus on training teachers in the area of Physical Education who deal with students with disabilities. The main objective of this investigation is to understand the training trajectory of Physical Education teachers to work with students with disabilities, specifically: 1. How the training took place and possible implications for acting in the context of Inclusive Education and 2. Teachers’ challenges in dealing with students with disabilities in everyday school life. The data were constructed in semi-structured interviews recorded and later transcribed. In line with the methodological principles of historical-cultural theory, the explanatory analysis allowed us to identify obstacles in the initial training process, such as: scarce content on teaching for students with disabilities; and subjects that are very theoretical and removed from the school reality. The teachers also highlighted: lack of support from educational management and the need for continued training while, in the school context, training spaces should be created. The study made it possible to identify the training demands of Physical Education teachers and the challenges they face in everyday school life, contributing to reflections on their training needs.

Aswaja Material Learning Assistance with Peer Learning Method

This study discusses the assistance of learning Aswaja material through the application of peer learning methods in the religious education environment at the madrasah tsnawiyah level. The peer learning method was chosen as an approach to increase students' understanding and involvement in learning Aswaja concepts. This mentoring process involves students as facilitators in study groups, where they share knowledge and learning experiences with each other. A qualitative approach was used in this study, with case studies as the main framework. The research participants consisted of students, teachers, and school administrators who were directly involved in the learning process. Data was collected through interviews, participatory observations, as well as analysis of curriculum documents and evaluation of student learning outcomes. The results of the study show that the use of the peer learning method in Aswaja learning is able to increase student engagement, strengthen understanding of the material, and encourage collaboration between students. Challenges faced in the application of this method include differences in abilities between students and the need for facilitator training to be more effective in guiding groups. The discussion highlights the implications of these findings for the development of the Aswaja learning method in religious education institutions as well as strategic recommendations to optimize the application of peer learning methods to improve the quality of education.

Female genital mutilation/cutting in women delivering in France: An observational national study.

International migration from source countries has meant that clinicians in high income countries, that is, receiving countries, are increasingly caring for affected women affected by female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). The aim of the present study was to assess the prevalence of FGM/C among women at childbirth, and its association with pregnancy outcomes. This was an observational study using data from a cross-sectional population-based study from the French National Perinatal Survey of 2021 (ENP) conducted in all maternity units in mainland France and including all women delivering a live birth during 1 week in March 2021 (N = 10 928). We estimated the FGM/C prevalence using (i) the diagnosed cases and (ii) the indirect prevalence estimated by UNICEF in each source country. We compared population characteristics and perinatal outcomes between women diagnosed with FGM/C and two groups: (i) women originating in source countries and diagnosed as without FGM/C and (ii) all women without diagnosis of FGM/C whatever the country of birth. Diagnosed prevalence of FGM/C was 95% (95% CI: 0.78-1.14] and the indirect computed estimation prevalence was estimated at 1.53% (95% CI: 1.31-1.77) in 113 and 183 women, respectively. Labor and delivery outcomes were globally similar in women with FGM/C and the other two groups. Only episiotomy was more frequently performed in women with FGM/C than in the other two groups. In receiving countries, obstetric outcomes of women with FGM/C can be similar to those of other women, which does not preclude need of further research and training to provide the most appropriate care, including enhanced attention to diagnosis.

Three-Dimensionally Printed Elastic Cardiovascular Phantoms for Carotid Angioplasty Training and Personalized Healthcare

Background/Objective: Atherosclerosis is becoming increasingly common in modern society. Owing to the increasing number of complex angioplasty procedures, there is an increasing need for training in cases where the risk of periprocedural complications is high. Methods: A procedure was developed to obtain three-dimensional (3D) models and printing of blood vessels. The mechanical and optical properties of the printed materials were also examined. Angioplasty and stent implantation were tested, and the phantom was compared with the clinical data of patients who underwent interventional treatment. Both laser techniques and cone-beam computed tomography of the phantoms were used for comparison. Results: The printed material exhibited mechanical parameters similar to those of blood vessel walls. The refractive index of 1.473 ± 0.002 and high transparency allowed for non-invasive laser examination of the interior of the print. The printed models behaved similarly to human arteries in vivo, allowing training in treatment procedures and considering vessel deformation during the procedure. Models with stents can be analyzed using laser and cone-beam computed tomography to compare stents from different manufacturers. Conclusions: The developed methodology allows for simple and time-efficient production of personalized vessel phantoms.

Real-Time and Long-Term Challenges of Remote Learning and Innovation: Cases from Police and Technology Organisations

AbstractThis study investigates the evolving landscape of learning and innovation within organisations that are particularly affected by the increasing digitalisation and prevalence of remote work and trainings. Focusing on the police and technology sectors, in this research 20 individuals were interviewed, identifying both real-time and long-term challenges associated with remote learning and innovation. In the police sector, the real-time challenges included one-way efficiency, encompassing impracticality, unidimensional learning situations, and efficiency-driven multitasking. A long-term challenge was individualistic performance orientation, suggesting a shift in learning responsibility from the organisation to the individual. In the technology sector, the real-time challenges involved incomplete detections during remote innovation, encompassing missing artefacts, unlikely coincidences, and narrow observations. A long-term challenge was the weakening of social bonds, with subthemes such as community distancing and a decline in social skills. The study emphasises the critical need for appropriate remote workplace pedagogy, community reinforcement and well-planned training to address these challenges, emphasising that the values guiding remote work and virtual environments play a crucial role in shaping learning outcomes.

ANALYSIS OF CHALLENGES AND PERSPECTIVES IN THE ACCEPTANCE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN RADIOLOGY BY HEALTHCARE WORKERS

Aim: The research aims to explore healthcare workers' attitudes towards and acceptance of artificial intelligence in radiology, focusing on its potential to enhance diagnostic accuracy, reduce waiting times, increase service efficiency, and improve patient care. It seeks to assess their willingness to adopt artificial intelligence, along with their concerns, expectations, and educational needs to effectively utilize this technology in radiological practice.Methods: A prospective study surveyed 50 healthcare workers, including radiologists, technicians, nurses, and others using various radiological techniques for diagnosing diseases. Using a quantitative approach, numerical data from distributed surveys assessed their attitudes and knowledge regarding artificial intelligence in radiology. Conducted at Public Health Institution "Zdravstveni centar Brcko" in Bosnia and Herzegovina's Brcko District over 60 days, the research adhered to ethical principles and received approval from the center's Ethics Committee.Results: The majority of respondents recognize the potential of artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency of radiological services and treatment processes, but at the same time express the need for additional education and training in order to optimally use this technology. Despite the positive perception, part of the respondents are still not sure about the use of artificial intelligence, which emphasizes the importance of continuous information and education of healthcare workers.Conclusion: Ultimately, the research results indicate the importance of further steps in the implementation of artificial intelligence in radiology in order to improve the quality of health care and optimize treatment processes.Keywords: Artificial intelligence, radiological diagnostics, challenges, perspectives, quality of health care.

The Role and Challenges of Teachers in the Implementation of the Independent Curriculum

This study analyzes the role and challenges of teachers in the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools and identifies strategic steps to support the success of this curriculum. Qualitative research methods with the type of literature study are used to collect and analyze data from relevant literature through content analysis methods. The findings of the study show that although the Independent Curriculum offers a more flexible and student-centered approach, its implementation faces significant challenges. These challenges include a lack of in-depth understanding of curriculum concepts, limited resources and facilities, high administrative burdens, cultural challenges, and the need for ongoing support and training. Teachers play the role of facilitators, curriculum developers, evaluators, and agents of change in education. To address these challenges, systematic support from the government and stakeholders and ongoing training for teachers are needed. This study emphasizes the importance of teacher competence in the successful implementation of the Independent Curriculum and provides recommendations to improve the quality of education in Indonesia.

Enhancing wind field resolution in complex terrain through a knowledge-driven machine learning approach

Wind energy, an essential component in the fight against climate change, relies heavily on precise, detailed wind field simulations to optimize wind farms, particularly in complex terrain with intricate wind patterns. However, conventional high-resolution simulations come with a hefty computational cost, limiting their applicability in real-time decision-making. This research addresses this challenge by proposing a machine learning-driven, computationally efficient approach utilizing a modified Generative Adversarial Network. The contribution of this work is threefold. Firstly, we provide access to a unique high-resolution dataset of wind fields in complex terrain. Secondly, we introduce a knowledge-based modification to the loss function, ensuring that the algorithm captures crucial characteristics of the flow within complex terrains. Finally, we demonstrate the potential of our approach to enhance wind flow resolution in real-life wind farms. Through this, our method delivers comparable accuracy to high-resolution simulations while substantially reducing computational demands. This advancement greatly enhances the accessibility and efficiency of high-resolution wind field simulations, facilitating real-time optimization of wind farms. Moreover, we illustrate that by designing an appropriate loss function informed by domain knowledge, we can mitigate the need for adversarial training.

The sustainability of blended learning in Zimbabwean state universities in the post-COVID-19 era

This study delves into the sustainability challenges of blended learning within the context of selected state universities in Zimbabwe. Using a qualitative research methodology, the investigation engaged key stakeholders, including two Faculty Deans, two Information Technology (IT) directors, 15 lecturers, and 50 students, all purposefully selected for their involvement in blended learning initiatives. Through interviews, observation and document analysis, data was meticulously collected. The findings underscored the benefits of blended learning, such as enhanced accessibility, personalised learning experiences and flexibility. However, the study identified significant hurdles, including inadequate infrastructure and the need for lecturer training. To ensure the sustainability of blended learning practices, continual investments in technology and infrastructure are imperative. Additionally, the study recommends targeted lecturer training programs and initiatives to bolster student readiness, thus fostering improved pedagogical skills and heightened student engagement. Although focused on Zimbabwe’s state universities, this research contributes valuable insights into blended learning within higher education and offers actionable recommendations to enhance its sustainability on a broader scale.