Perspective Of University Students Research Articles

Governmental control in public institutions from the perspective of university students, 2022

Governmental control in public institutions from the perspective of university students, 2022

Research on Financial Management Problems and Countermeasures of College Students' Entrepreneurial Enterprises

With the stability of the social situation and the recovery of the economy, the market gradually returned to normal, and consumer demand began to pick up. This provides more market opportunities and development space for college students to start their own businesses. At the same time, the entrepreneurial enthusiasm of college students is gradually rising. In order to encourage college students to start businesses, the government has increased policy support, reduced the threshold and risk of entrepreneurship, and provided a good environment for college students to start businesses. Nowadays, under the general trend of severe employment situation, many college students have invested in the entrepreneurial army, but they give up entrepreneurship when the entrepreneurial enterprises face financial management problems. Therefore, from the perspective of college students' entrepreneurial enterprises, this paper studies the financial management problems and countermeasures encountered by college students in the process of entrepreneurship, which has certain reference significance for the benign operation and sustainable development of college students' entrepreneurial enterprises. Therefore, from the perspective of college students' entrepreneurial enterprises, this paper studies the financial management problems and countermeasures encountered by college students in the process of entrepreneurship, which has certain reference significance for the benign operation and sustainable development of college students' entrepreneurial enterprises.

Teacher Interaction from the Perspective of University Students

From our previous research conducted among teacher candidates, we could conclude that attitude plays a prominent role in the student's relationship with the subject, to which the teacher's interpersonal behaviour contributes greatly. For this reason, our goal is to examine the characteristics of the teacher's interpersonal behaviour from the teacher's and student's perspectives. Our research aimed to determine the teacher's interaction style from the students' perspective using the QTI measurement tool (Questionnaire on Teacher Interaction). The research aimed to assess how students see the teacher's classroom activities. In our research, we used the QTI questionnaire revised by Wubbels among university students majoring in English. The questionnaire contained 48 items. With the help of our survey, we want to examine what the teacher's interaction activity is like according to themself, according to the students, and whether there is a difference between the teacher's point of view and that of the students. The QTI measurement tool can serve as a valuable source of information for teachers in comparing their self-assessment with the student's view, which can obviously enhance their professional development.

STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF USING INSTAGRAM REELS AS MOBILE-ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILLS

Instagram is one of the mobile apps to assist language learning. The most widely used social networking platform globally right now is Instagram. This study aimed to investigate the perspective of university students on using Instagram reels as mobile-assisted language learning to improve speaking skills whether they had a negative or positive perception of it. This study utilized a descriptive qualitative approach and the research instrument used a closed and open-ended questionnaire with 66 respondents from the first until the seventh semester. This study found that the majority of students have a positive perception of using Instagram reels in speaking skills. Students believe that this tool is comfortable and fun to develop a new atmosphere in learning to speak, it also increases their motivation because Instagram reels provide interesting content for improving their speaking skills, they can find many Instagram accounts that post more about English lessons with short duration even though students sometimes get a distract cause of random video but they already know their own goals to practice consistently every day and everywhere. Through this tool, students gain a lot of vocabulary from the video, quotes, caption, or comment section that is very helpful for them to improve their speaking performance especially when they are engaged in communication with other people both inside or outside classroom practice.

English language policy in Algeria: Perspectives of university teachers and students

This study explores the implications of the current foreign language policy in Algeria by holding evidence from the Algerian government practices and the Algerians’ beliefs and views. The study also responds to the call of Maraf and Osam (2022a) to study neoliberalism as a possible outcome of the English wave in Algeria and considers further implications of linguistic imperialism as an additional outcome. To do so, the study follows a concurrent mixed methods research design that relies on the contribution of 200 Algerian university students who participated in a questionnaire (amongst 20 who participated in semi-structured interviews) who are affiliated with sixty-four Algerian universities, and 20 university teachers through semi-structured interviews. The study concludes that English is a tool leading to neoliberalism in Algeria and that English poses a threat of unnoticed linguistic imperialism that is already visible in the practices of certain youth groups. These conclusions are a roadmap for future problems similar to shadow education and language shift.

Gender inequality in the culinary profession in tourism from the perspective of university students with working experiences in culinary.

Gender inequality is a phenomenon that is particularly prevalent in the culinary profession and professional culinary within the tourism sector, especially affecting female employees. The current study is approached in the context of the patriarchal societal structure and the unique characteristics of gender in the labor market in Turkey. In this regard, this study focuses on the views and opinions regarding gender inequality of undergraduate students in gastronomy and culinary arts programs and, associate degree in vocational cooking programs who have previously worked and/or interned in the professional culinary within the tourism sector in Turkey. For this purpose, a quantitative research method has been employed in the study. In order to reveal detailed insights into participants' evaluations, open-ended questions have also been included in the survey form. The quantitative findings from the study emphasized the importance of issues such as "the approach of managers," "working hours," and "promotion pathways" among the situations that cause gender inequality. The importance of "an equal and fair approach to employees," and "being kind and considerate to staff" were highlighted as essential qualities for being a good leader/head chef. Important factors in supporting the career of female chefs were identified as "equal pay for equal work," and "ensuring job safety." Findings obtained from open-ended questions have revealed that female employees are more exposed to gender inequality in the profession. In this context, issues such as "unequal pay, promotion, and working conditions," "harassment," "lack of recognition for female employees in the professional culinary," and "the effects of patriarchal norms" were highlighted. The study contains important findings that can contribute to increasing the representation of female employees in professional culinary within the tourism sector, improving the productivity and competitiveness of businesses, and addressing gender inequality in society.

Differences in the perception of the image of university teachers between teachers and students in higher education institutions

The modern school is called upon to contribute to the education of young people who are not only well-informed, but who also have the ability to adapt to the permanent demands of life. Today, the universities are called upon to provide educational interventions that focus not only on the rational-intellectual dimensions of students, but also on their affective, national, attitudinal, and social dimensions. A vital role in the effective implementation of educational interventions is played by the image of university teachers, because this reflects the quality, professionalism, and the process of interaction of university teachers with students. Thus, we aimed to identify the predominant aspects of the image of the university teacher from the perspective of university teachers and students through questionnaires.

대학생의 미래시간관과 주체적 참여의 관계에서 자기통제의 매개효과

This study was to investigate the mediating effect of self-control on the relationship between future time perspective and agentic engagement of university students. The data of 229 university students were analyzed through SPSS and AMOS programs. Descriptive statistical analysis, reliability analysis, correlation analysis, and bootstrap analysis were conducted, and the fit of the research model was confirmed. The main results of this study are as follows. First, there was a significant positive correlation between future time perspective, self-control, and agentic engagement. Second, self-control had a full mediating effect on the relationship between future time perspective and agentic engagement. It suggests that future time perspective and self-control are factors that affect the agentic engagement, and is meaningful in that it confirms the psychological mechanism of agentic engagement of university students.

The Influence of College Employment Guidance on the Employment Ability of College Students in Conghua District, Guangzhou

The main purpose of this study is to understand the current situation and problems of college students' employability, analyze their influencing factors, and propose corresponding strategies to enhance their employability from the perspective of college students, in order to achieve the ultimate goal of helping college students improve their employability. This study adopts quantitative research methods such as literature review, questionnaire survey, and statistical analysis to study the content of the article. The research subjects are students and graduates from nine major universities in Conghua District, Guangzhou. This article mainly collects data through SoJump's online distribution of survey questionnaires. Through statistical analysis of the survey data, we understand the current situation of college students' employability, compare it with their training goals, and identify gaps and problems. Based on the research results of the employment ability model in the industry, combined with the training goals of professional talents, and referring to the employment standards and competency model of a large group enterprise for fresh graduates, a college student employment ability evaluation scale was constructed. The sample data was analyzed and processed using SPSS and structural equation modeling. As a supplementary study, this study has made significant contributions to the study of the impact of college students' employability, and has pioneered the use of structural equation models to verify the above hypotheses, filling the gap in many such studies that have not been validated using structural equation models.

Supporting nutrition and dietetics students' relationships with food and body image: Adopting a co-created curricula approach.

The aims of this study were to: (1) explore perspectives of university students' and academics' regarding disordered eating, eating disorders and body image in relation to pedagogy and curricula and (2) to evaluate a co-designed student seminar and an academic workshop on these topics. A participatory action research approach was employed whereby an educational intervention was co-created by academics and students. An online seminar was presented to students and a 1-h workshop was presented to academic staff. Evaluation was conducted via a post-seminar anonymous survey for students and a pre- and post-anonymous workshop survey for academics with a mix of Likert-scale questions and open text boxes. Qualitative data were open coded, both deductively and inductively, and quantitative data were analysed descriptively. One hundred and seventeen students attended the voluntary education seminar. Six themes were identified from student qualitative data which included feeling safe, empowered, inspired, connected, emotional and reflective. Problematic aspects of pedagogy and curricula were identified by students and included: using personal data for teaching, demonising language to describe food/bodies and not always feeling safe or supported to discuss disordered eating. Twenty academics shared divergent perspectives-some reported feeling concerned and challenged by the content (exploring disordered eating with students), others noted the complexity of the area, and others reported low/moderate confidence or indifference in the space and felt this content outside of their scope as educators. Curricula interventions that reduce triggering and shaming and increase space and support for strengthening students' relationships with food and their bodies are valued by nutrition and dietetics students. We encourage academics to consider pedagogical approaches and expand discourse in this space.

Student adaptation to distance learning: An analysis of the effectiveness, benefits and risks of distance education from the perspective of university students

The research study provides an analysis of the effectiveness of distance education from the perspective of university students and contributes to the reflection of the current trend of introducing combined studies in higher education. The research was carried out during the Covid-19 pandemic, when most of the higher education was primarily shifted to distance learning. The aim was to identify factors influencing students' adaptation to this “new” learning model. The findings of the mixed (qualitative and quantitative) investigation, in which students commented on two open-ended questions focusing on the positive and negative effects of distance learning via an online survey form, were processed using content categorical analysis. The frequencies of responses by category were then evaluated using binary logistic regression based on odds ratios. Ordinal and cardinal data were assessed using both descriptive and inductive statistical analysis.The results showed that, in addition to teaching methods and content, the adaptation of the students themselves to distance education plays an important role and that there are significant differences in this adaptation among students depending on gender, type of study programme and their learning preferences. We also found that contact with teachers remains a key element of student success, and that maintaining communication with teachers is essential for setting an adequate pace of learning and for minimizing student frustration. We identified key factors of adaptation that influence student success in distance education, such as personality profile, motivation, study skills, and self-study competences. An important outcome of this study was the finding that it is necessary to specify educational contents that can be taught at a distance and those that require only face-to-face instruction. This appears to be a key prerequisite for the effective implementation of distance education in universities. The study also points to the need to evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching methods for learning in terms of their impact on student success in distance education mode. Based on the results obtained, we consider it necessary for universities to invest sufficiently not only in technical equipment and in training teachers in the use of available technologies, but also in strengthening the pedagogical and psychological competences of all teachers.

Sport in the Context of Sports Betting and Gambling from the Perspective of University Students: Case of the Czech Republic

Sport in the Context of Sports Betting and Gambling from the Perspective of University Students: Case of the Czech Republic

Fostering Learner Autonomy in English as Foreign Language Classroom: Indonesian Context

The study explores current independent learning and how it has evolved in Indonesian English teaching practice. Considering students' versatility in choosing their method of study, autonomous learning may prove to be a promising technique in the practice of teaching English. Learners' motivational tendencies were influenced by a variety of factors, including extrinsic and intrinsic factors. A mixed method was employed in this study. A five-Likert scale questionnaire was distributed to obtain the perspectives of university students and English lecturers in Indonesia concerning the matter of learner autonomy. A group interview with English teachers elicited the perspective on learner autonomy. The result illustrated that most students believed that independent learning would help them become more autonomous, responsible, and aware of what they need to study English. Their motivation to learn English, whether internally or externally, was also increased by autonomous learning. English teachers in Indonesia were positive about fostering independent learners in the EFL classroom, and they believed autonomous learning benefited students making them more confident, active, critical, self-aware, and supportive of the teaching and learning process. Teachers were crucial in directing, monitoring, evaluating, and providing feedback. Several problems must be overcome from actual teaching practices, such as students’ and instructor readiness, variation in students’ knowledge backgrounds, cultural backgrounds, and various student personalities

Research on the Reform Practice of Ideological and Political Education Reform in Local Colleges and Universities based on Employment Orientation

Ideological and political education in universities plays an important role in improving the comprehensive quality of students, enhancing their psychological level, and promoting their employment and entrepreneurship. Especially In the post-epidemic era of New Coronavirus “B”, the scale of college graduates has reached a new high and the employment situation has become more severe, strengthening ideological and political education has become an important way to promote employment. Firstly, the qualitative and quantitative analysis methods such as literature analysis method and inductive summarization method are used to analyze the various problems in the employment process of college graduates, and the results of the analysis concluded that: In addition to the influence of external factors such as economic environment, policy guidance and market demand, the employment process of college graduates is also limited by individual graduates' ideological awareness, self-cognition, ability level and comprehensive quality to a certain extent. Secondly, based on the perspective of college students' employment, we deeply analyze the common problems existing in the current graduates' thinking and discuss in detail the practical significance of college students' ideological and political education on employment; Finally, we propose multiple important initiatives, mainly “internal grasp” and “external supplement”, taking ideological and political construction as an important way to improve the comprehensive level of graduates, and then provide intentional reference for the full employment of graduates and the construction of a new mode of “employment+thought politics” in local universities.

A Double-Edged Sword of Humour: Students’ Perspectives on Teachers’ Use of Humour in EFL Classroom

Humour has varied functions in teaching and learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL), particularly in enhancing classroom instruction. This study investigates EFL students' perspectives on their lecturers' use of humour, focusing on students from private universities. The study employed a mixed-method approach, gathering data through questionnaires from 122 students and conducting in-depth interviews with 5 students. This diverse sample included learners aged 18 to 45 years, offering insights into a broad age range. Findings indicate that humour in the EFL classroom positively influences students' learning experiences. It contributes to a relaxed learning atmosphere, fosters closer connections between students and lecturers, and enhances engagement with the material. However, it's crucial that the humour aligns with the adult status of the students, indicating a need for sensitivity and appropriateness. The study underscores humour's dual role in EFL education, akin to a double-edged sword with both positive and negative impacts. From the perspective of private university students, appropriate humour is key to effective learning, particularly for adult learners. The findings suggest that while humour can be a powerful pedagogical tool, it must be employed judiciously, considering the varied age and backgrounds of the learners. The implications extend to the broader context of EFL education in higher learning, highlighting the importance of lecturer-student dynamics and the careful integration of humour in educational settings.

The effects of virtual business events on attitudes and behavioural intentions of Generation Z

THE AIMS OF THE PAPER The virtual form of business events has grown in popularity as a result of smart technology. The MICE industry is being challenged by the emergence of a new type of consumer on the business events market: members of Generation Z, who were born in the age of digital technology and some of them are currently enrolled in undergraduate programmes at universities. The relationship between members of Generation Z studying in higher education and virtual events is determined by unique characteristics. This paper focuses on identifying virtual business event challenges from the perspective of undergraduate students, as the younger generation becomes more involved in business events. METHODOLOGY Primary research was conducted among students enrolled in undergraduate economics programmes at two Hungarian universities. Our quantitative research reveals (1) roles in which university students tend to appear at virtual and face-to-face (F2F) business events and (2) lessons drawn regarding the organisation of virtual business events from the perspective of university students. We used an online self-filled questionnaire survey with 556 valid responses. MOST IMPORTANT RESULTS The main characteristic of Generation Z is their high level of knowledge of technology and their dependence on it. The results of the research show that students attend virtual business events as participants and speakers alike and that they find such events at least as useful as F2F business events. Nevertheless, it can be seen that university students represent a business potential for event organisers. Although university students found virtual events to be slightly more efficient, they still consider F2F events important. RECOMMENDATIONS In light of these findings, managerial implications are defined so that they represent innovative technologies and can encourage Generation Z members to become more involved in business events.

The perceptions of university students on technological and ethical risks of using robots in long-term care homes.

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted long-term care (LTC) residents and exacerbated residents' risks of social isolation and loneliness. The unmet emotional needs of residents in LTC have driven researchers and decision-makers to consider novel technologies to improve care and quality of life for residents. Ageist stereotypes have contributed to the underuse of technologies by the older population. Telepresence robots have been found to be easy to use and do not require older adults to learn how to operate the robot but are remotely controlled by family members. The study aimed to understand the perspectives of multidisciplinary university students, including healthcare students, on using telepresence robots in LTC homes. The study would contribute to the future planning, implementation, and design of robotics in LTC. Methods: Between December 2021 and March 2022, our team conducted interviews with 15 multidisciplinary students. We employed a qualitative descriptive (QD) approach with semi-structured interview methods. Our study aimed to understand the perspectives of university students (under the age of 40) on using telepresence robots in LTC homes. Participants were invited to spend 15 min remotely driving a telepresence robot prior to the interview. A diverse team of young researchers and older adults (patient and family partners) conducted reflexive thematic analysis. Results: Six themes were identified: Robots as supplementary interaction; privacy, confidentiality, and physical harm; increased mental well-being and opportunities for interactions; intergenerational perspectives add values; staffing capacity; environmental and cultural factors influence acceptance. Conclusion: We identified a diverse range of perspectives regarding risk and privacy among participants regarding the implementation of telepresence robots in long-term care. Participants shared the importance of the voice of the resident and their own for creating more equitable decision-making and advocating for including this type of technology within LTC. Our study would contribute to the future planning, implementation, and design of robotics in LTC.

COVID-19-Related Experiences and Perspectives of Peruvian College Students: A Descriptive Study.

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically affected higher education and higher education students around the world, but few studies of college students' experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic have been conducted in Latin America. This study describes the COVID-19-related experiences and perspectives of Peruvian college students. We surveyed 3,427 full-time college students (average age: 23 years) attending a multi-campus Peruvian university in fall 2020. Participants were recruited through the digital platform of the learning management system at their university, email, and social media. We asked participants how they were managing risks related to COVID-19; the continuity of social, educational, and work activities; and the psychological and economic impacts of the pandemic on their lives. Since March 2020, 73.0% of participants reported COVID-19-related symptoms, but only 33.9% were tested for COVID-19. During the national quarantine imposed by the Peruvian government (March 15-June 30, 2020), 64.3% of participants remained in their house. Furthermore, while 44.0% of participants were working in February 2020 (95% CI: [41.7%, 46.4%]), only 23.6% (95% CI: [21.7%, 25.7%]) were working immediately after the pandemic began (i.e., at the end of April 2020). Participants were more stressed about the health and educational implications of COVID-19 for Peruvian society and their families than about themselves. The public health, economic, and educational implications of COVID-19 on college students are continuing to unfold. This study informed Peruvian higher education institutions' continued response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the progressive return to postpandemic activities, as well as other future pandemics and other crises.

A Model of Factors Influencing Learning Outcomes Based on Artificial Intelligence: Perspectives of Chinese University Students

A Model of Factors Influencing Learning Outcomes Based on Artificial Intelligence: Perspectives of Chinese University Students

The disability from the perspective of university students and its implications

The disability from the perspective of university students and its implications