Process In Higher Education Research Articles

Student Survey as a Tool for Improving the Educational Process in Higher Education

Introduction. The relevance of the selected topic is justified that it’s need to improve the educational process in order to improve the quality of education and students satisfaction of higher educational institutions. One of the most effective ways to get feedback from students which is based on the results of studying the discipline is a questionnaire. However, the methodology of conducting questionnaires requires adjustments in the direction of increasing student engagement.Objective. Determine the potential to use the student questionnaire method to improve the learning process and increase student satisfaction with the results of the study of disciplines.Materials and Methods. The research methodology is based on an experiment involving the questioning of students, the subsequent modification of teaching practice is based on the results obtained and the questioning of students who studied the subject after the introduction of adjustments. The survey was conducted using a developed questionnaire that includes questions which are related to various aspects of learning.Results. The results are obtained confirm the hypothesis that receiving feedback from students allows us to identify areas for improving the teaching process in order to increase the effectiveness of achieving learning outcomes and increase student satisfaction. The students who took part in the study not only evaluated various elements of the learning process, but also formulated specific suggestions for its improvement. The study showed the importance of using various, including interactive teaching methods and tasks, that contribute to the development of critical thinking, as well as receiving regular feedback from the teacher to increase student motivation. It’s based on these conclusions, the authors propose a unique tool that should be used by the teacher at the end of every lesson – reflection in the form of a cinquain.Discussion. The obtained results which consistent with of other studies on the problems of student questionnaires to improve teaching practice. The survey also allows students to be involved in the process of building a program and choosing teaching methods based on their needs. One of the limitations of the approach used is the use of a single source of information in the form of feedback from students through questionnaires, while some studies emphasize the effectiveness of combining questionnaires with other methods of evaluating the quality of learning to increase the reliability of results. One of the limitations of the approach used is the using of a single source of information in the form of feedback from students through questionnaires, while some studies emphasize the effectiveness of combining questionnaires with other methods of evaluating the quality of learning to increase the reliability of results.

Automated Schedule System for Universities under the Bologna Education Process

Introduction. Countries that have joined the Bologna Process in higher education assume certain obligations. One of them is the transition to a credit education system, which is based on the personal participation of each student in the formation of their curriculum. Each student has the opportunity to structure the learning process, choose subjects and the sequence of their study within the framework of the curriculum for the chosen specialty, create their own individual schedule in accordance with their interests, capabilities and needs. The credit training system is asynchronous. Naturally, software applications for scheduling classes, developed for the classical education system, do not work in this case. Purpose. Development of an algorithm and software for a class scheduling system designed for the credit education system and taking into account its features, and also meets all the “hard” restrictions and most of the “soft” requirements for the class schedule. Results. The algorithm and software of the interactive system of scheduling classes for universities that have joined the Bologna process, which takes into account the features of credit-modular system of training, have been developed. Conclusions. The developed system covers the full cycle of including students in groups to study selected subjects and teachers, starting from scheduling teachers, registering students and ending with the formation of individual schedules for each student; The proposed iterative process of scheduling makes it possible to make changes to the schedule of teachers and re-register students in the case of teachers who have not formed groups, or a significant number of students who were unable to enroll in subjects of interest to them; The interactive mode of operation with the system combines an automated process of scheduling with active participation of the user responsible for scheduling; The system guarantees the preparation of permissible timetables for teachers and students, taking into account the implementation of all "hard" restrictions, and significantly reduces the time required for scheduling; The system ensures to the maximum extent the quality of teachers’ schedules, namely, taking into account “soft” requirements with the active participation of the user, who has the opportunity to choose an option that reduces the value of the function proposed in the article that evaluates the quality of the schedule; The developed system ensures the effective use of the classroom fund in accordance with its capacity, specialization and affiliation. Keywords: Bologna process of education, credit system, asynchronous learning system, class schedule, scheduling requirements, computer system.

Instructional Design Models for Digital Learning in Higher Education — A Scoping Review

Instructional design (ID) is a systematic process that is used to develop education and training programmes in a consistent and reliable way. A key challenge faced by educators is selecting an ID model by deciding which ID model will be more suitable in order to achieve an effective digital teaching and learning process. The objective of this scoping review was to present recommendations to select ID models for digital learning in higher education. Nine databases were searched for eligible publications. The search retrieved 643 records. Forty articles were included in this review. Results show that employing a systematic process in instructional design (an ID model) has produced an effective, consistent and reliable digital teaching and learning process in higher education. Selection of an ID model depends on the requirements of the course, timeline, resources available for the design and development of the course and the expertise in the ID process.

Digital transformation of the thesis preparation and defence: case of Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University

The situation in which Ukraine has found itself since February 2022 has also contributed to the development of digitalisation of all processes in higher education. Thus, higher education institutions have forms of control such as course design, diploma design, various practices, etc. In this context, the issue of digitalising the process of diploma design is the most relevant since explanatory notes to qualification works must be kept at the university upon graduation and go through several stages to be admitted to defence. The article presents the experience of the Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University in digitalising the process of diploma design. The procedure of preparing and defending a qualification work with a detailed description of each step is presented. The article discusses the peculiarities of implementing an electronic digital signature in the Zhytomyr Polytechnic Portal

Empowering collaborative knowledge construction through the implementation of a collaborative argument map tool

Collaborative knowledge construction has been used in higher education to support student groups' collaborative learning activities through students' exchange, negotiation, and reflection of perspectives through peer communications. To support this process, collaborative learning analytics tools have been designed to collect and analyze collaborative process and performance data with a goal to provide actionable feedback and improve learning quality. However, few tools have demonstrated the mechanism and details about how students develop their perspectives during the collaborative knowledge construction process in higher education. To fill this gap, this research proposed a tool named Collaborative Argument Map (CAM) that creatively visualized different types of perspectives students proposed from the individual, peer, and group levels. This tool was further implemented in a graduate-level course in online collaborative writing activities in China's higher education, with a goal to support students' knowledge construction with peers. The summative and process-oriented learning analytics approaches were conducted to reveal the effects of CAM on students' collaborative perceptions, processes, and final products. Results showed that most students made substantive use of the CAM tool and reported positive perceptions of the tool. Further examinations verified the tool's positive effects on improving the students' cognitive engagement levels and the quality of their final collaborative writing products. This research provided practical implications for future CLA tool design and instructional implications for using this type of tool in collaborative learning in higher education.

First-year students AI-competence as a predictor for intended and de facto use of AI-tools for supporting learning processes in higher education

The influence of Artificial Intelligence on higher education is increasing. As important drivers for student retention and learning success, generative AI-tools like translators, paraphrasers and most lately chatbots can support students in their learning processes. The perceptions and expectations of first-years students related to AI-tools have not yet been researched in-depth. The same can be stated about necessary requirements and skills for the purposeful use of AI-tools. The research work examines the relationship between first-year students’ knowledge, skills and attitudes and their use of AI-tools for their learning processes. Analysing the data of 634 first-year students revealed that attitudes towards AI significantly explains the intended use of AI tools. Additionally, the perceived benefits of AI-technology are predictors for students’ perception of AI-robots as cooperation partners for humans. Educators in higher education must facilitate students’ AI competencies and integrate AI-tools into instructional designs. As a result, students learning processes will be improved.

The challenge of university teaching practices

This article seeks to analyze how higher education institutions assume and incorporate inclusion into institutional discourse and how teachers incorporate it into their daily pedagogical practices, amid paradoxes and lack of knowledge of the elements needed to build an inclusive education. In this sense, this article aims to generate a reflection on inclusive processes in higher education, as well as to report on experiences that have enabled teachers at the Faculty of Education - to approach, understand and assume the inclusive phenomenon and recognize differences in professional training processes. The basis of this article is the research entitled "Characterization of teaching practices in the Faculty of Education". This research experience is presented as a reflective practice of teachers, in which inclusion is an element that allows the transformation of the individual, teacher-student, in order to contribute to social transformation.

Hubungan Pola Asuh Orang Tua, Lingkungan Dan Pendidikan Terhadap Kemandirian Anak Di SDN Lanbau 01

A thesis is an important element in the higher education process, which is also proof of a student's integrity in applying the knowledge gained during their studies. However, the process of preparing a thesis is often faced with various problems, especially by final year students who experience high levels of anxiety. Independence is an attitude of being able to stand alone without depending on the people around him, especially parents, being able to choose and determine his own choices according to what he wants.The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between parenting styles, environment and education on children's independence at SDN Lanbau 01. The research method used by researchers is a correlational analytical research method with a cross sectional design. The data collection method involves using the Vineland Social Maturity Scale (VSMS) questionnaire to determine parental parenting patterns, environmental modification questionnaire, education level questionnaire, Parenting Style and Dimension Question (PSDQ). The results of this research obtained a P-value of 0.010, which means sig 0.010 0.05, so there is a correlation or relationship between parenting patterns and independence. Independence. If the P-value is 0.000, which means the sig value is 0.000 0.05, then there is a correlation or relationship between education and children's independence at SDN Lanbau 01. Based on the results of the analysis, parenting patterns, environment and education are related to children's independence at SDN Lanbau 01

Обобщение лучших образовательных практик в высшей школе (по итогам опроса финалистов Конкурса педагогического мастерства РАНХиГС)

Currently, there is a multifaceted transformation of higher education in terms of digitalization of the teaching and educational process, visualization of teaching, use of Internet resources, application packages, electronic library and reference systems, organization of group interaction among students and other aspects of the educational process in higher education. The purpose of this work is to identify trends in the use of various technologies and teaching methods in the higher education system, problems of their application and the formation of a basic list of resources and interactive teaching methods for implementation in universities of the Russian Federation to improve the quality of education and the effectiveness of the educational process. The achievement of this goal was carried out on the basis of summarizing the results of a survey of finalists of the RANEPA Pedagogical Excellence Competition in December 2023. Lists of the main resources of platforms for training, solving standard problems of communications and cooperation in the digital environment have been compiled; resources for storing and distributing educational and other materials; tools for searching, processing and visualizing information; resources for storing and distributing educational and other materials and other resources and tools for organizing the educational process in higher education have been formed. The need to improve a number of domestic platforms, in particular professional and specialized application software packages, spreadsheet editors for performing statistical procedures; digital tools for organizing group work of students and others have been justified. Proposals for further reform of the activities of the Ministry of Higher Education and Science and specific higher education institutions and directions for subsequent scientific research have been formulated.

Defining the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Improving English Writing Skills Among Indonesian Students

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technological product in the form of an application usable in education. The implementation of AI, specifically in the teaching and learning process in Higher Education, not only broadens students' scientific knowledge academically but also facilitates awareness about current technological developments. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the improvement of English writing skills through the integration of AI into reading practices and provision of adequate feedback for skills enhancement. Also, students' attitude toward the use of AI in the teaching and learning process served as the intervening variables. This study was conducted at Higher Schools in Makassar City, Indonesia, and data were collected from 80 students through questionnaires and subsequently analyzed using path analysis. The results showed that (1) Students' attitude toward the use of AI played a mediating role in explaining the effect of reading and feedback on writing skills, (2) Reading had an indirect effect through attitude on writing skills improvement, and (3) Lecturers feedback had an indirect effect through attitude on writing skills.

USE OF PEDAGOGICAL TAXONOMY IN THE PROCESS OF HIGHER EDUCATION

In this article the actuality of the use of pedagogical taxonomies in the higher educational process, its peculiarities, methods andmethods, and its application is clear.

Искусственный интеллект как инструмент оптимизации работы преподавателя высшей школы

The aim of the article is to justify the possibility of using artificial intelligence technologies – neural networks – to optimize the activities of a higher education teacher. The article discusses the educational capabilities of artificial intelligence for use in the higher education process. Procedural characteristics of artificial intelligence are presented in order to identify and describe its functions for use in higher education. The scientific novelty of the research is in identifying the potential of artificial intelligence technologies – neural networks – in relation to the educational process and optimizing the work of a higher education teacher. The results of the study include the following indicators: 1) artificial intelligence has a wide range of applications in the educational process; 2) neural networks have demonstrated the potential of their capabilities to optimize the work of a higher education teacher.

Lived experiences of study programme leadership in Norwegian higher education

This qualitative study explores the lived experiences of study programme leadership in development processes in higher education (HE). Study programme leaders are considered crucial in enhancing high-quality study programmes. Using a phenomenological hermeneutic approach, we analysed data from 18 interviews representing study programme leaders from six distinct health profession bachelor programmes at two Norwegian multi-campus institutions. Our findings paint a metaphorical picture of study programme leadership, likening it to leading as in alternating currents where signals flow and change direction. These leaders adeptly navigate an ever-evolving educational landscape filled with horizontal and vertical signals, tensions, and expectations. However, some express a lack of motivation and preparation to enter this field of tension. Our analysis identifies three aspects of study programme leadership: transforming, bridging, and balancing. Through their leadership, study programme leaders serve as vital antennas in development processes, capturing signals, coordinating activities, and fostering connections. Furthermore, they are a pivotal nexus through their transformative and bridging efforts. Balancing various leadership approaches enables them to navigate the changing currents. This study's implications are relevant to the HE field, offering valuable insights into study programme leadership. By emphasising the pivotal role of study programme leaders, it contributes to advancing HE development processes, underscoring the need for heightened awareness and further development of these leadership roles.

The Comparative Socio-Educational Effect of the Use of E-Learning Vs Face-To-Face Education as a Proposal within the Teaching-Learning Processes in Higher Education

In the contextual framework of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the educational field, this research was carried out on E-learning education and face-to-face education. Education is currently developed within a framework of innovation and transformation, so ICTs have been incorporated to promote access and quality of teaching-learning processes. Face-to-face education E-learning is a modality that supports flexible teaching and learning methods. Even so, at the same time, they present advantages and disadvantages that facilitate or hinder the tools for educational tasks. This research article’s main objective is to know the opinion of the Delfín 2019 Centro Universitario de la Costa program students about e-learning and face-to-face education to compare both modalities later. To develop this work, an instrument was created as a questionnaire from which the quantitative analysis and conclusions were obtained. An answer was given to each of the research questions, and the main question presented qualitative moments; due to the above, it was mixed.

Silent Processes in Higher Education: Examining Ableism Through an Ability‐Critical Lens

Universities are regarded as critical institutions that shape society, which on the one hand have a great influence on (successful) social processes, but on the other, are traditionally very privileged and exclusive places of education. Despite various demands to open up to plural perspectives, they are still strongly characterized by powerful, meritocratic, and discriminatory structures, cultures, and orders. (Social) inclusion efforts are always linked to the need to analyze processes of exclusion. This article therefore examines the question: Which ableist practices and culture of silence are revealed in the context of higher education and how can these be linked to the findings of postcolonial studies on the topic of silence? On the one hand, established perspectives (lecturers and students), but above all the perspectives of marginalized and unheard (groups of) people (lecturers with (learning) disabilities) are involved. The results from two group discussions (N = 9) with perspectives from these three different positions are presented to work out implicit and explicit processes of silence. The (power) theoretical reference is the concept of ableism, which is linked with (postcolonial) perspectives on the ideas of “silence” according to Brunner (2017a). This article emphasizes that, in addition to formal access restrictions to university education, there are also implicit barriers oriented towards non‐transparent ableist expectations of ability, which in turn (re‐)produce processes of silence. The case study concerns one German university and shows that formal access to higher education is only one aspect of reducing ableism; above all, it is the creation of transparent structures with regard to set ability expectations, critical‐reflective spaces, and a culture of “unlearning” biographically characterized ableist notions of normality. This article therefore focuses on the connection between ableist experiences and the findings of postcolonial discourses of silencing.

THE ANALYSIS OF PARTIAL EFFECT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE MODERATION, TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP, AND LOCAL CULTURE, TOWARD PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION ORGANIZATION CHANGES

Purpose: This paper aims to analyse the partial effect and moderation between variables of organizational culture, transformational leadership, and local culture; toward organizational changes. Theorical framework: The process of higher education in Indonesia cannot be separated from government intervention as the highest stakeholder, including in educational institutions. Some policies related to the curriculum, teaching staff, education staff, facilities, administration, and so on. Thus, higher education providers must fulfil administrative elements predominantly, rather than developing knowledge and skills. By looking at this phenomenon, there has to be a link between political interests, policies, and higher education (Zhai and Yuan, 2019). Design/methodology/approach: This study uses descriptive qualitative analysis. Data analysis used in this study is using SmartPLS 3.0 with 315 samples of higher education institution leaders in Jakarta. The research questions of this study are: a. the Effects of organizational culture on organizational change; b. the impact of transformational leadership on organizational change; c. impact of local culture on organizational change; d. the impact of transformational leadership facilitation on organizational change; e. effects of local culture moderation on the relationship between organizational culture and organizational change. Findings: The results of this study are: 1) organizational culture has positive and significant impact toward organization changes (relatively low, only 7.1%); 2) transformational leadership has positive and significant impact toward organization changes (relatively high, 88.9%); 3) local culture has positive and significant impact toward organization changes (relatively low, only 5.3%); 4) transformational leadership has no moderation relationship between organizational culture and organization changes; 5) local culture has no moderation relationship between organizational culture and organization changes, hence those two moderation variables are not getting stronger nor weaken. They are independently has partial effect to the organization and need no moderation toward organizational culture to achieve organization changes. Research, Practical & Social Implications: This study has come up with empiric and scientific findings that transformational leadership has the highest effect toward organizational changes in private owned higher education organizations in Jakarta, Indonesia. Originality/value: The novelty of this study has shown that shows that transformational leadership has the greatest impact on organizational change in a private university in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Is it feasible to design learning media "Tomato Plant Growth" hydroponically based on the discovery learning model?

Information technology has significantly transformed various facets of life, including education, specifically the learning process in higher education. Integrating information technology in education has empowered students to create and utilize diverse digital learning resources. Mobile devices play a vital role in improving student learning outcomes in hydroponic plant growing lessons when used as an additional tool with demonstration and discovery learning approaches, often known as demons-disco learning. This course utilizes hydroponic techniques and mobile devices to improve students' understanding and skill in cultivating vegetables. Mobile applications offer innovative experiences in information and communication technology and opportunities for students to engage in self-directed learning. The chosen learning methodology involves imparting extensive knowledge, a thorough understanding of many components and variations, and an assessment through inquiries about the cultivation of hydroponic plants. Thus, a teacher must develop instructional material that helps students overcome difficulties associated with cultivating hydroponic plants. This study employed a research and development (R&D) approach to fabricate a product, encompassing three of the four research phases: definition (identifying possibilities and issues, gathering data), product design, and development (validating the design, improving the design, and testing the product). Nevertheless, this research is limited to the third phase, notably the validation phase. The findings suggest that the THD (Tomato-Hydroponic-Demonsdisco) learning media is suitable for use. This article will thoroughly analyze THD media and its utilization in lectures.

Challenges of Artificial Intelligence on the Learning Process in Higher Education

Challenges of Artificial Intelligence on the Learning Process in Higher Education

Pedagogical management to improve environmental education in the context of sustainable development

Relevance. The relevance of the study in this research is based on the problems of severe ecological imbalance in the world, which has caused the necessity to update environmental education in the conditions of sustainable development of the educational process in higher education. Purpose. The purpose of this study is to develop a teaching management model for successful eco-oriented learning in higher education students. Methodology. The leading method for investigating this problem is testing using the Sh. Schwartz "Schwartz Values Survey" to investigate personal values based on the identification of essential components of society and personality, considering various problems through existing self-assessments and behavioural traits. Results. The study provides a model of teaching management for the successful teaching of various disciplines within the framework of ecologically-oriented education of higher education students, based on which the teachers themselves should have developed a culture of ecological conservation and a model of analysis of any action with its impact on the field of ecology and with the methodological prerequisites for considering practical examples of ecological conservation at all levels of various disciplines. Conclusions. The established model of teaching management of ecologically-oriented education of higher education students allows to establish conditions of sustainable development for development of high ecological culture with value norms of careful attitude to the environment and all levels of nature, to understand on the deep cognitive-activational level the model of ecological conservation in practice in any of their future activities, both personal and professional, which will allow them to conduct any activity within the framework of ecological and environmental restoration and conservation, which is of practical relevance to the education system and the welfare of society. Keywords: ecological conservation method, teaching system, moral values, eco-oriented education

Application of an innovative approach to the organization of the educational process in higher education and training of applicants 073 and 281 specialties in the conditions of distance education

The study proved and substantiated the importance of innovative approaches and digitalization in the organization of the educational process of higher education. It has been found that the introduction of innovative approaches is a strategically key factor for achieving a high level of quality and efficiency of educational services. In particular, innovative technologies and digitalization allow universities to adapt to modern requirements and create flexible and accessible learning environments. 
 During the study, an analysis of differences in the interpretation of the concepts of «threat» and «risk» was conducted. In particular, it is determined that in education threats and risks can include not only financial difficulties, but also loss of reputation, low quality of education and insufficient competitiveness of graduates. It identifies the main range of problematic issues, sets of innovative approaches in higher education and highlights the principles and stages of diagnosis, which should take into account the specifics of the educational environment and the requirements of the modern labor market for its qualitative assessment. 
 In order to test the research, the article assesses and analyzes the introduction of innovative approaches in the Volodymyr Dahl East Ukrainian National University for the training of applicants 073 and 281 in the field of distance education. The strategic goals chosen to accelerate the digitalization process have been singled out and justified, considering the high standards of quality and the needs of the modern educational environment. The introduction of a digital student card, the creation of a digital educational environment and an increase in the level of digital literacy of students and teaching staff are key areas of the strategy of the Volodymyr Dahl East Ukrainian National University. In addition, innovative approaches have been developed, such as partnerships with technology companies, the creation of electronic libraries and archives aimed at supporting research activities and quality education in distance learning. 
 It provides a SWOT analysis of the Volodymyr Dahl East Ukrainian National University which highlights the main strengths and weaknesses of its functioning, as well as identifies the opportunities and threats faced by the university today in the most difficult conditions of existence. The conducted analysis allows us to draw conclusions and determine the prospects for further research in this direction. 
 In general, the study emphasizes the importance of innovation and digitalization in education as strategic factors contributing to improving the quality, efficiency, and competitiveness of educational institutions in the modern world. 
 The obtained results help to determine the optimal way to achieve the set goals, and their certification with certificates testifies to the importance and effectiveness of the chosen direction of innovative activity at Volodymyr Dahl East Ukrainian National University in the face of high requirements for remote educational process.