Number Of Higher Education Institutions Research Articles

Using active learning methodologies to teach sequence analysis and molecular phylogeny.

The great development of high-throughput molecular biology techniques and the consequent generation of massive data have made Bioinformatics essential for undergraduate Bioscience students. The importance of this scientific discipline is evidenced by the huge number of specialized publications, tools, and databases available. Training in Bioinformatics equips undergraduates with transferable skills that can be applied in all fields of Biology, such as programming abilities, data analysis, database management, biological knowledge, statistics, problem solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Over the past decade, there has been a notable increase in the number of higher education institutions worldwide that have adopted a competency-based curricula. This approach places a significant emphasis on the actions and skills that students are expected to develop, rather than merely focusing on the information, they are required to memorize. In this educational context, the use of active learning strategies has been demonstrated to enhance student comprehension and competency development. This paper describes the implementation of an active learning approach in a hands-on lesson performed by undergraduate students of Biology at the University of Malaga (Spain). Its main objective is to introduce students to molecular databases and information search systems on genes, proteins, and phylogeny. This is achieved within the framework of a smart campus, which integrates technological and sustainable resources to promote a positive and productive learning environment for the university community. This work presents the content and procedure of this practical activity, as well as the evaluation method and the results of a student survey to assess their opinions.

Descriptive Analysis Of K-Means and Apriori Methods To Find Promotion Strategies For University Bhayangkara.

The increasing number of higher education institutions in Indonesia has intensified competition between universities. Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya (Ubhara Jaya) must develop an effective marketing plan to stand out. This study used segmentation and associative analysis on 2023 student enrolment data. The Apriori algorithm identified patterns in student preferences for study programmes, while the K-Means method categorized students based on demographics and family income. Three income-based clusters were identified: C0 ‘Already stable’ (IDR 1,000,000 - 2,500,000), C1 ‘Focus on promotion strategy’ (IDR 20,000,000), and C2 ‘Maximise promotion again’ (IDR 5,000,000 - 10,000,000). The Davies-Bouldin Index (DBI) indicated k=5 as the optimal cluster number, but k=3 was adequate with a minimal score difference. The most popular programmes were Communication Science and Management, with high support and confidence values. This data helps Ubhara Jaya manage study programme demand and room availability. Combining K-Means and Apriori algorithms is expected to enhance data segmentation[1] and support effective marketing strategies, aiding strategic decisions in higher education marketing.

Student and faculty perceptions of summative assessment methods in a Block and Blend mode of delivery

The recent increase in the number of higher education institutions adopting block teaching has prompted questions about the appropriateness of assessment methods that were commonly used in a semesterised delivery model. This paper explores student and faculty perceptions of summative assessment methods in a block and blend mode of delivery at a higher education institution in the United Kingdom. In this study, we used a convergent mixed methods approach to explore student and faculty perceptions of different assessment methods as accurate evaluations of learning using surveys, combining Likert-type and open-ended questions. The findings highlight how traditional, single assessment methods occurring at the end of a block were perceived as less accurate in evaluating learning when compared to multiple smaller assessments that occur throughout a block. The thematic analysis revealed the latter was perceived as allowing for a broader range of skills to be evaluated while simultaneously facilitating effective workload management and timely feedback. These outcomes indicate the need for assessment redesign that considers the characteristics of a block and blend mode of delivery and illuminates the shared perception of students and faculty that multiple smaller assessments are more accurate evaluations of learning. Further research with larger, more diverse samples, accommodating for different fields of study, could further our understanding of effective assessment methods and inform our practice in a block and blend mode of delivery.

Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL): Fighting Hunger During a Global Pandemic

Today, an increasing number of higher education institutions are recognizing the importance of preparing students to communicate, live, and work effectively with others from different cultural backgrounds (Appiah-Kubi, 2020; Eliyahy-Levi, 2020; Iuspa, 2019). Providing opportunities for students to travel abroad has been an integral part of the higher education experience for many years. However, with the global pandemic resulting in limited travel, universities are developing new and innovative ways to provide international experiences for students. The purpose of this cross disciplinary project was to explore an international virtual student collaboration between two universities, one in the United States and one in Southeast Asia. Twenty students were matched across universities to examine one of the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals: #2 Zero Hunger (https://sdgs.un.org/goals). Fighting hunger is not a new problem in our world, but the focus has been greater in the midst of a world-wide pandemic. Many people have lost jobs or had their income severely impacted. Students from both universities worked collaboratively to explore the issues of fighting hunger during a pandemic and focused on finding solutions that can last long after the end of this current pandemic.

Evaluation of Internal Quality Assurance System in Defence Services Medical Academy: Moving Toward Quality Culture

The escalating number of higher education institutions globally has heightened the demand for credible education policies and quality assurance mechanisms. The establishment of organizations for quality assurance providers and accreditors has become widespread to meet this demand. The Myanmar Medical Council Accreditation Committee (MMCAC) was established in 2016 to ensure the quality and standard of medical practice in Myanmar. Defence Services Medical Academy (DSMA), one of Myanmar’s medical universities, transitioned to an outcome-based integrated program in line with the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) Basic Medical Education Standards. To evaluate the effectiveness of DSMA’s internal quality assurance system and its progression towards a quality culture, this study explores faculty perceptions and practices regarding the internal quality assurance process. An explanatory sequential mixed method design was adopted, comprising quantitative surveys followed by qualitative in-depth interviews. Pre- and post-test surveys were administered to DSMA faculty members before and after an IQA training workshop. The surveys assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to the internal quality assurance system. Qualitative data was collected through in-depth interviews with selected faculty members to delve deeper into their experiences and perceptions regarding the IQA process. Quantitative analysis revealed an improvement in faculty awareness and attitudes towards the IQA system post-training. However, challenges such as confusion about the functional place of the QA unit and concerns about disturbing academic freedom persisted. Qualitative findings highlighted varying levels of experience and awareness among faculty members, with unanimous recognition of the need to strengthen the IQA framework by adhering to international guidelines and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Faculty attitudes towards the IQA process varied, with some viewing it as an extra burden and others recognizing its necessity for document organization and quality control. Faculty involvement in the IQA process varied, with departmental leadership playing a crucial role in promoting participation. While progress has been made in raising awareness and improving attitudes towards the IQA system at DSMA, challenges remain, indicating the need for ongoing efforts in awareness-building and perception management. Structural improvements, regular training programs, and ongoing evaluation are essential to strengthening the IQA framework and fostering a quality culture at DSMA. The successful implementation of quality assurance program depends on teamwork amongst leadership, academics, and all stakeholders.

Effective resource management in educational institutions: Challenges and strategies

Relevance. The research relevance of quality modern education is determined by the exponential technological progress of the 21st century. Furthermore, the rational use of available resources is also relevant for national educational structures. Purpose. The study aims to identify potential areas in the education system of the Republic of Azerbaijan that would attract and effectively manage additional resources. Methodology. By using statistical analysis, comparison, synthesis and forecasting methods, a study of the actual indicators of educational institutions was conducted and the main trends were identified. Results. The study identified trends in the development of the education system of Azerbaijan, such as the number of higher education institutions in operation, the dynamics of quantitative changes in the teaching and professorial staff in the context of public and private educational institutions, as well as the volume of funds allocated to education. Based on the obtained data, forecasts of further development and recommendations on the efficient use of resources in the sector were formed. The current situation with international education in the Republic of Azerbaijan was studied separately and an action plan for its expansion was developed. In the context of control over the rational use of funds and combating corruption, the systematic introduction of a separate staff unit of deputy director for resource management in the field of education was proposed. Conclusions. The study identifies key trends in the development of Azerbaijan's education system and provides recommendations for the efficient use of resources. It highlights the need for rational resource management and proposes the introduction of a deputy director for resource management to combat corruption. Additionally, the study offers a plan to enhance the competitiveness of Azerbaijan�s education system in international markets. Keywords: education system; higher education institution; knowledge export; human capital; corruption prevention; public funding

ПРОБЛЕМА ПІДГОТОВКИ ДОДАТКІВ ДО ДИПЛОМУ ВИПУСКНИКІВ ЗВО В СУЧАСНИХ УМОВАХ

This work is dedicated to the issue of preparing addendums to diplomas of graduates of higher education institutions. Nowadays, each graduating department independently prepares diplomas and diploma addendums in electronic form to later send them to a printing house where these documents will be printed. Only a small number of higher education institutions have the opportunity to purchase commercial software or have already developed it themselves. All other institutions are forced to work with a large number of paper documents, which need to be converted into electronic form and placed in a state standard higher education document in accordance with the Law of Ukraine "On Higher Education." It is for this reason that there is a desire to automate the process of filling out addendums to diplomas.

Utilization of Digital Technologies in Doctoral Thesis Supervision at the University of Nairobi: Implications for Quality Assurance

The utilization of online digital technologies in higher education teaching and learning has gained impetus in the post-COVID-19 era. A number of higher educational institutions have invested in capacity-building programmes related to the utilization of online digital technologies for teaching and learning. However, the utilization of these technologies in doctoral supervision is hampered by challenges related to access to digital devices, internet connectivity and the general attitude among digital technology users. Furthermore, despite supervisors’ efforts to reinforce mentoring, the lack of in-person engagement between supervisors and students portends a greater challenge. Therefore, the study sought to determine the influence of doctoral students’ gender on their thesis progression, the relationship between the frequency of engaging supervisors and thesis progression, the preferred mode of supervisor engagement and the level of student utilization of digital technologies in their doctoral work. The study sampled 109 students from a population of 150 PhD students of the University of Nairobi. Data were gathered through questionnaires and interviews that were administered to doctoral students and their supervisors respectively. The results showed a weak negative correlation between student and supervisor engagement and their stage in theses writing. The study also established low utilization of digital technologies in doctoral thesis supervision. Nonetheless, the results showed that student-supervisor engagement has an impact on their progression and that a significant number of doctoral students were comfortable with engaging their supervisors through a combination of face-to-face/in-person and virtual/online sessions. The study recommends that universities should adopt a blended doctoral supervision model to leverage the strengths of both in-person and virtual student-supervisor engagement. Further, there is a need to train both students and supervisors in the use of digital tools to enhance their engagement

Evaluating the efficiency, productivity change, and technology gaps of China's provincial higher education systems: A comprehensive analytical framework.

China's higher education system is one of the largest and most complex in the world, with a vast number of higher education institutions scattered across different provinces. Evaluating the efficiency, productivity change, and technology gaps of these institutions is significant for understanding their performance and identifying areas for improvement. In this context, this study employs three different approaches, DEA super-SBM, Malmquist Productivity Index, and Meta-Frontier Analysis, to evaluate the efficiency, productivity change, and technology gaps of China's provincial higher education systems. The study results revealed that the average higher education efficiency in China is 1.0015 for the study period of 2010-2021. A rapid and continuous increase was witnessed in higher education efficiency in China from 2014 to 2020. Meta-frontier and Group-frontier, higher education efficiency scores of low-level literate provinces are greater than middle and high-level literate provinces. However, the TGR of higher and middle-level literate provinces is greater than low-level literate provinces, indicating a superior technological level. The average MI score is 1.0034, indicating growth in productivity change. Efficiency change is the main determinant in higher education productivity growth instead of technological growth. The Middle and Low-level literate provinces witnessed growth in higher education productivity, while high-level literate provinces observed a decline in productivity change. The Kruskal-Wallis test provides evidence that a significant statistical difference exists among the three groups of education levels for the average scores of MI, EC, TC, and TGR.

Examine the Correlation Between the Number of Higher Education Institutions And the Provincial GDP In China

Economic inequality is a challenging affair influenced by various factors. Education has long been the topic usually raised when discussing economic inequality. This research investigates how secondary education impacts social status, mobility, and, most importantly, economic inequality nationally. This research has developed a unique methodology to investigate the relationship between the number of schools and economic inequality in China. By applying the indicator of the Gini coefficient, the distribution inequality of the number of schools in thirty-one provinces in China. This research combined studies by Liu. Y, Xu.M, and Gustafsson apply those theories to a more local context in different provinces. The results show that the number of higher education institutions positively correlates with the GDP per capita in each province, with some expectations caused by the flaw of the methodology.

АНАЛІЗ ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕНОСТІ ЗАКЛАДІВ ВИЩОЇ ОСВІТИ НАУКОВО-ПЕДАГОГІЧНИМИ КАДРАМИ В УМОВАХ ВОЄННОГО СТАНУ В УКРАЇНІ

The article provides a comparative analysis of the availability of scientific and pedagogical staff at higher education institutions (HEIs) under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MESU) in the context of the armed aggression of the russian federation. The purpose of the article is to study the provision of scientific and pedagogical staff in HEIs, which is the most critical component of the education system, as the competitiveness of specialists in the labour market depends on it. The analysis is based on the financial and economic reports of HEIs, which are submitted quarterly to the State Scientific Institution "Institute of Educational Analytics". To achieve this task, the following methods were used: statistical and comparative analysis, systematisation and generalisation of data, graphics, etc. The key indicators analysed for the groups of HEIs included: the number of HEIs, the number of students, the average annual adjusted number of students, the number of positions for scientific and pedagogical staff, the total number of postgraduate and doctoral students, the number of postgraduate and doctoral students who defended their dissertations. The results of the analysis show that, despite the decline in the number of HEIs and the number of full-time equivalent scientific-pedagogical (pedagogical) staff, the adjusted annual average number of students is increasing. There is also a slow increase in the number of postgraduate and doctoral students studying with state funding. However, this growth is rather slow. Such dynamics indicate a lack of motivation among scientific and pedagogical staff to improve their qualifications. The number of doctoral students who have defended their dissertations has fallen significantly and is now a quarter of the pre-war level. This is due to serious obstacles, such as difficulties in accessing resources, changes in the organisation of the educational process and general problems caused by the war.

HIGHER EDUCATION IN UKRAINE UNDER MARTIAL LAW: CHALLENGES AND WAYS OF RECOVERY

The article discusses the challenging situation in higher education in Ukraine caused by the war and destruction resulting from the actions of the Russian Federation. The estimated educational losses exceed USD 9 billion. More than 6 million people, including students and educators, were forced to leave the country. Those who remained report a deterioration in their psychological state, which negatively affects the learning and teaching process. The article analyses data on the number of scientific, research, and teaching staff, revealing a clear and rapid decline. It also includes a comparative analysis of the number of higher education institutions and students in different forms of education. To address these issues, comprehensive reforms are necessary to restore and improve education, resume research activities, and provide psychological support to educators and students. Only by following this approach can Ukraine overcome the consequences of the armed conflict and achieve sustainable development in the future.

Численность обучающихся в системе высшего образования: статистический анализ данных по Республике Калмыкия на фоне общероссийских данных

Education is the most important indicator of the development of the country and its regions. The sustainability of regional development directly depends on the intellectual potential of the region. The purpose of the article, based on the analyzes of the statistical data on the number of students in the higher education system, is to consider the problems and trends in the development of higher education in the country as a whole and in the Republic of Kalmykia in particular. Materials and methods. The following materials were used when writing the article: statistical data from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science of the Russian Federation, Federal State Statistics Service, statistical (analytical) reviews of the Institute of Statistical Research and Economics of knowledge of the National Research University “Higher School of Economics”. The methods of system-structural and statistical data analysis were applied in the study. Results. Statistical data reflect the social and economic processes taking place in the society. The data reviewed on the number of higher education institutions, their forms of ownership, the number of students and their preferred forms of education showed that in recent years the country has been experiencing the process of increasing the state control in the field of higher education expressed in the reduction of the number of universities, especially private ones, as well as in the reduction of the number of their branches, etc. In Kalmykia, as well as in the country as a whole, the number of students decreased between 2018 and 2022. Also in the republic, as well as in the country, after the active growth of the number of non-governmental higher education institutions and their branches in the early 2000s, already in 2014–2015 their quantity decreased sharply. There is also a tendency in the region to reduce the number of full-time students while increasing the number of part-time students. At the same time, the number of students studying by correspondence throughout the country is decreasing. Statistics have shown that the number of correspondence students is growing at the expense of students from the neighboring regions that can be explained by the low cost of the tuition.

SEGMENTS OF PUBLIC POLICY IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATION AND SCIENCE DURING THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL REVOLUTION (1917-1920)

The article analyzes the segments of public policy in the field of education and science during the Ukrainian National Revolution. It was found out that the main principles that professed the public-state nature of education were laid down by the Ukrainian governments of 1917–1920 at the basis of national education concept. The above principles served as the methodological guidelines for the organization of the national school and have not lost their value even today. It was in the concept of building education that political, cultural and public figures gave an important role to the formation of national higher humanitarian and natural education. The first place was the creation of Ukrainian humanitarian higher educational institutions and, first of all, universities, because higher education, like no other, was the most russified and, besides, there was a low percentage of Ukrainians among the student body.
 The peculiarities of the public policy’s impact on the educational and scientific process at various stages of Ukrainian state formation (Ukrainian Central Rada, Hetmanate of Pavlo Skoropadskyi, Directory of the Ukrainian People's Republic and the West Ukrainian People's Republic) were considered. The transformations experience of the educational sphere at that time was summarized, and specific proposals were offered on this basis regarding the possibilities of their implementation in the practice of public administration in the field of modern Ukraine’s education and science. It is outlined that precisely in these years, compared to the pre-revolutionary period, the number of higher educational institutions increased significantly, the quality of their specialist training improved, curricula were streamlined and improved, new specializations were introduced, and Ukrainian-language teaching was introduced. Individual institutes and all universities got the right to establish graduate schools, doctorate schools and to grant research degrees to researchers. The changes in the content and social purpose of higher education and the attitude towards it are highlighted. It is emphasized that education itself began to be considered not as a separate, distant, and sometimes hostile to the interests of the people, cultural environment, but as an integral part of the nation’s cultural heritage and its gradual development.

Motivation for Salary Increase for Teachers Depending on the Quality of Teaching and Research Results

Abstract In the world market, success is achieved by the countries that have better human capital and allocate sufficient resources for its reproduction. One of the results of the growing enrollment of many universities has been the need for additional qualified teaching staff and advanced training, which has led to the need to retrain existing teachers for staffing the growing number of higher education institutions. The first of the major success factors in this endeavor is to ensure that teachers are motivated to earn a relatively adequate salary. In recent years, a number of RA universities have successfully applied the method of salary calculation, which is based on the principle that a teacher (professor, associate professor, assistant, etc.) receives a salary depending on his category and workload (number of hours per academic year). Another important component of the assessment is the real involvement of the teacher in scientific activities and, based on this, a method for calculating the salary of a teacher is proposed, taking into account, among other things, his scientific activity. In order to encourage the scientific activity of the teacher, an indicator of the effectiveness of his scientific activity is introduced, the measure of which is scientific work during the previous (three to five) years.

Co‐created in vivo pharmacology practical classes using the novel organism Lumbriculus variegatus

AbstractCo‐creation within higher education emphasizes learner empowerment to promote collaboration between the students and staff, enabling students to become active participants in their learning process and the construction of resources with academic staff. Concurrently, a diminishing number of higher education institutions offer in vivo practical classes, resulting in an in vivo skills shortage. To address this, and to actively engage students in their own learning, we describe the co‐creation of a student‐led drug trial using Lumbriculus variegatus. Under blinded conditions, final‐year undergraduate biomedical science students, under the tutelage of academic staff and fellow students, were involved in the co‐creation of an in vivo practical class to determine the effects of histamine and histamine receptor inverse agonists mepyramine and loratadine. Throughout this process, undergraduate‐ and masters‐level students played key roles in every aspect of practical delivery and data analysis. Herein, students demonstrated the test compounds, both in isolation and in combination, resulted in reduced stereotypical movements of L. variegatus (p < .05, n ≥ 6). 15% of students in the class responded to a feedback survey (n = 8) after the class. Students reported the class provided “real life” insights into in vivo research and enabled the development of hands‐on skills which would be useful in applying in their future careers. All students reported that they enjoyed the class with 25% (n = 2) reporting concerns about animal use in research, enabling useful discussions about animals in research. Moreover, these student‐led in vivo trials add to the pharmacological knowledge of L. variegatus promoting education‐led research.

Improving the quality of Cambodian higher education: Key challenges and suggestions

Higher education is one of the main drivers of economic development. Due to its significant roles, many countries, including Cambodia, have invested in developing their higher education subsector. For over two decades since 1997, Cambodia has experienced a high increase in the number of higher education institutions (HEIs). Despite the rapid institutional expansion, there are many issues impeding the quality of Cambodian higher education. Drawing on secondary sources and the authors’ extensive experience and knowledge of the subsector, this article tries to investigate and explain some of the factors affecting the quality of higher education in Cambodia. The article focuses on several issues, including political interference, fragmented governance structures, ineffective ministerial policy implementation, fragmented institutional management, limited quality of teaching personnel, low academic salaries, business-oriented higher education, and issues concerning curriculum and academic programs. The article offers some suggestions to address these challenges. Key suggestions include (a) limiting political interference in appointing top university leaders, (b) setting up effective and independent higher education quality assurance bodies, (c) creating a term limit for top university leadership roles, (d) establishing a meritocracy-based policy for university leader appointments, (e) making academic salaries comparable to those of other similar professions, (f) developing policies on minimum tuition fees and student loan programs, and (g) introducing mechanisms to improve curricula and promote enrollments in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) majors. The article concludes with suggestions for future research.

Performance Appraisal Practices in Indian HEI –A Critical Analysis

Abstract: With a large student population, the number of Higher Education Institutes (HEI) in India is growing manifold. When it comes to the number of HEI, India stands third in the world next to China and the U.S. (Rekha N, 2016). However, even after 75 years of independence, only four Indian B Schools occupy a place in the top 100 globally (Nanda, 2021). Though the number of management institutes and the student intake therein is increasing, the number of international students in these B Schools is declining. Whereas the scenario is contrary to what we observe about the population of international students studying in top global institutes outside India. Compared to other countries, India has the biggest advantage of the best return on investment and lowest fees for MBA programs. Despite this, why do Indian B schools lack a global profile? It is time for us to introspect the quality of our educational institutes and the programs offered by them. Existing studies and literature suggest that there are many factors responsible for it but this paper explicitly attempts to understand the critical issues hitting the Indian B schools -mainly the failure to attract and retain goodquality faculty members. Though there are several reasons, the focus of the research work is on the performance appraisal practices followed in HEI specifically in private management institutes in Pune, India, and its outcome It is found in the research outcome that though the private institutions consider the parameters of performance appraisal as mentioned by regulatory authorities, it is not directly linked with promotions, increments or financial incentives. There is no concrete positive outcome of performance appraisal; it is done for compliance purposes only. In the end, the researchers propose suggestions that may benefit all the stakeholders and help the Indian B Schools to acquire a global profile. Keywords : Higher Education Institutes; B School; Performance Appraisal; Faculty member; MBA; Students.

CHANGING THE PARADIGM OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EDUCATION AND BUSINESS IN THE CONDITION OF THE TRANSITION TO THE KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY

The development of business-oriented higher education and its investment support is one of the strategically important tasks for Ukraine, as it needs urgent reforms. The article examines the dynamics of the number of higher education institutions and their graduates since the beginning of the state. The influence of education quality on the formation of human capital indices and competitiveness of Ukraine is considered. The relationship and dependence of quality education and development of innovative "markets of tomorrow" for the country has been confirmed. The Strategy for the Development of Higher Education in Ukraine for 2022-2032 in terms of coordination of cooperation between higher education institutions, students and business has been studied, and the expedient directions of intensification of these processes have been analyzed.

FUNDING FROM THE STATE BUDGET OF SCIENCE AND HIGHER EDUCATION

The article analyzes the financing of science and higher education from the state budget. This analysis is aimed at the development of science, higher education and scientific research in Uzbekistan based on the data of various tables. It studies trends in the number of funds allocated from the state budget for financing these sectors and the number of higher education institutions and scientific staff.