Quality Of Education Research Articles

Strategy Transformation of Teachers as Facilitators in English Classrooms

This study delves into the process by which teachers shift from being controllers in traditional teaching settings to becoming facilitators, and offers a detailed examination of how this transformation plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of English education. The paper highlights the challenges currently faced in English teaching practices and addresses them by outlining the key competencies that teachers, as facilitators, should possess. Moreover, it offers specific strategies to facilitate this transformation. The study aims to provide higher education institutions with a practical framework for teaching reform, helping them better align with the evolving demands of talent cultivation in the modern era.

Collaborative approaches to health education: perspectives of parents and teachers on self-care and managing common health issues in UK primary schools

BackgroundHealth education in primary schools plays a critical role in equipping children with essential self-care skills, fostering health literacy, and addressing social determinants of health. This study explores the perspectives of parents and teachers on teaching self-care and managing common health issues in UK primary schools. Despite the recognized importance of health education, there is limited research on how self-care education is perceived and implemented in the primary school setting.MethodsA qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with 18 participants, including 9 generalist primary teachers and 9 parents from diverse educational and socioeconomic contexts in the West Midlands, East Midlands, Northwest, and London of England. Participants were recruited via social media and professional networks, and interviews were conducted via video conferencing platforms. Data were thematically analysed using NVivo 12 to identify recurring themes related to the delivery and impact of self-care education in primary schools.ResultsTeachers and parents highlighted key self-care topics, including hygiene, managing common illnesses like colds and cuts, and mental well-being. There was a consensus on the importance of self-care education, but views diverged on whether the responsibility should lie primarily with schools, parents, or a collaborative approach. Teachers expressed concerns about their preparedness to teach sensitive topics, citing a lack of training and resources. Socioeconomic and religious contexts further influenced perceptions, with participants emphasising further importance of school-led self-care education for children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Strengths were identified in current self-care education efforts, particularly in practical lessons that empower children with age-appropriate skills.ConclusionsThis study highlights the critical need for comprehensive and collaborative health education in primary schools to promote health literacy and reduce health disparities. Enhancing teacher training, integrating self-care topics into the primary curriculum, and fostering stronger partnerships between schools and families are essential to improving the quality and consistency of self-care education. Policymakers should consider implementing mandatory health education training in teacher education programs and providing ongoing professional development to support teachers. By addressing these gaps, schools can play a pivotal role in preparing children for lifelong health management, reducing the burden on healthcare services, and supporting public health objectives.

Digital Transformation of Physical Education in Colleges and Universities: Theoretical Logic, Practical Dilemma and Practical Approach

With the rapid development of information technology, the digital transformation of education has provided new ideas, new resources and new methods for the practice of physical education in colleges and universities, and has become an important support and power source for the high-quality development of physical education in colleges and universities in the new era. By using the methods of literature and logical analysis, this paper analyzes the theoretical logic, practical dilemma and practical path of educational digitization in the practice of physical education curriculum in colleges and universities. The research holds that the theoretical logic includes conforming to the concept of education modernization, adapting to the individual needs of students, helping to improve the quality of physical education and promoting the fairness of physical education. This paper analyzes the practical difficulties faced in the process of transformation, such as uneven digital literacy of teachers, insufficient integration of digital resources, imperfect teaching evaluation system and weak infrastructure construction. It also puts forward the corresponding practical approaches, including improving teachers’ digital ability, optimizing the construction of digital resources, and constructing a scientific evaluation system, aiming to provide a useful reference for promoting the digital transformation of physical education in colleges and universities.

The impact of education and training on promoting gender equality while simultaneously contributing to sustainable peacebuilding

The interplay between education, training, and gender equality is crucial in the context of peacebuilding. This paper investigates how educational initiatives can foster gender equality while simultaneously contributing to sustainable peace in conflict-affected societies. By examining the transformative role of education, This research investigate the potential to empower women and girls, challenge traditional gender norms, and facilitate social cohesion. Giving access to quality of education enables women to gain essential skills and knowledge, which are vital for their participation in peacebuilding processes. Educational programs that incorporate gender sensitive curricula not only promote awareness of gender issues but also encourage critical thinking and dialogue about conflict resolution and civic engagement. Such programs can help dismantle harmful stereotypes and foster a culture of respect and collaboration between genders. vocational training initiatives aimed at women can enhance their economic independence, which is crucial for their active involvement in peace processes. Empowered women can act as catalysts for change, advocating for their rights and contributing to community resilience. Some case studies from various regions illustrate how education and training have been instrumental in mobilizing women as leaders in peacebuilding efforts. This research discusses the importance of involving men and boys in educational programs that promote gender equality. By engaging all genders in discussions about peace and equality, communities can work towards a more inclusive approach to conflict resolution. The findings indicate that education serves as a critical foundation for building a peaceful society where gender equality is prioritized. The integrating education and training focused on gender equality into peacebuilding strategies can lead to more sustainable outcomes. Investing in the education of both women and men is essential for creating a culture of peace, reducing violence, and fostering inclusive governance. Ultimately, this approach not only benefits individuals but also strengthens communities and contributes to broader societal stability.

ВЛИЯНИЕ ЦИФРОВЫХ ТЕХНОЛОГИЙ НА ОБУЧЕНИЕ В МЕДИЦИНСКИХ ВУЗАХ: СОЦИОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ АСПЕКТЫ И ВЛИЯНИЕ НА ЗДРАВООХРАНЕНИЕ

This article is dedicated to the study of the impact of digital technologies on the educational process in medical universities, with a focus on sociological aspects and their significance for the healthcare system. It examines how the use of digital tools and platforms changes students' approaches to studying medicine and shapes their perception of the role of technology in improving the quality of medical services and ensuring public health. The informational and educational environment transforms traditional teaching methods, providing new opportunities for updating curricula and creating conditions for the rapid exchange of information between students and educators. Digitalization of the educational process implies a change in the roles of all participants in the educational process. Students become researchers actively using information and communication technologies to acquire knowledge and practical skills. At the same time, educators assume the role of mentors, supporting students in their learning and possessing the necessary competencies in digital technologies. The article analyzes the most effective tools for facilitating interaction in the educational environment, such as virtual boards like Google Jamboard, Miro, and Padlet, which contribute to the development of critical thinking and presentation skills among students. Additionally, the article addresses the challenges faced by medical universities in the process of integrating digital technologies. Effective implementation of digitalization requires strategic planning and a comprehensive approach to updating educational programs, which will create a sustainable platform for the future professional growth of students. In conclusion, the authors emphasize that digital technologies, along with innovative teaching methods, significantly enhance the quality of education in medical universities. This, in turn, contributes to the training of highly qualified specialists capable of effectively working in modern healthcare conditions, ultimately having a positive impact on public health and the organization of healthcare as a whole.

Integration of AI in Education and Didactic Childhood Advancement and Progress

The state of education in our country has been a contentious topic for many years. Numerous reforms have been done but there are still some problems – inefficient learning resources, is but one of the many. Due to inexperience on this topic this problem continues to plague the education system. However, taking an informed and educated approach with the interests of the students prioritized, we believe that many of these problems could be solved with the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Its proper integration into the education system could aid in the improvement of efficiency of learning resources, through the use of various tools like chatbots, adaptive learning systems and intelligent assessment systems. By implementing the use of AI in a world where learning resources are scarce, there can be standardized learning throughout the country regardless of availability of learning materials. The main agenda of this study is to explore ways of implementing the use of Artificial Intelligence into educational systems to integrate the use of learning materials, hence bringing about improved quality of education. We are fully aware of the problems facing the implementations of this study but we are ready to conduct rigorous research to combat them.

Using Artificial Intelligence tools to create a smart university to employ digital transformation in the sustainability of higher education development Applied study, White Nile University - Sudan, 2023

The study aimed to introduce artificial intelligence and design a smart technology educational environment that works to develop digital capabilities and smart digitization in universities by using artificial intelligence methods to achieve the maximum level of education according to different capabilities and skills, raise the value of higher education and improve the quality of education. The problem of the study lies in the presence of real challenges in The field of education, due to the lack of interest in developing innovative tools to meet the needs of society. The study relied on the descriptive analytical approach to define and analyze the conceptual framework for building a smart university that has all the elements of development and electronic renaissance. The study reached the most important results, including the impact of digital transformations on smart universities, and digital transformation achieves many goals. For students and faculty members, digital transformation helps faculty members cope with the increasing number of students, provides thousands of educational sites, and the most important recommendations of the study are preparing an integrated vision between the components of digital transformation and applying it to the smart university, providing the necessary insurance and security of information in the smart digital environment.

Supporting the Quality Culture of Education through the Design of an Information Technology System for Accurate Management Services at Pondok An-Nahdloh Selangor

This research aims to design a management information system application based on the needs of internal administrative services, as well as testing the level of effectiveness of its application on service quality to support a culture of quality education, as well as assessing the constraints and challenges in the process of implementing the system based on aspects of human resources, facilities, and policy support. This research adopts a Research and Development (R&D) approach, with IPPPE stages (Identification of needs, Design, Testing, Implementation, and Evaluation). Data collection is in the form of questionnaire sheets for expert validators and users. The results showed that (1) the design of the management information system features a registration module, student and teacher data management module, grade management module, and financial management module. (2) The information system application developed has a high level of feasibility, as well as a level of effectiveness in supporting the accuracy and speed of service to internal management parties and supporting the culture of quality education. (3) There are several obstacles and challenges in the process of implementing management information systems, namely technical constraints and challenges, and user adaptation which includes the limited ability of application managers, limited infrastructure, and the need for future system development to integrate with the learning field.

Interactive Technologies in Online Teacher Education in Africa: A Systematic Review 2014–2024

This systematic review investigates the integration of interactive technologies in online teacher education across Africa from 2014 to 2024. The study aims to identify the types of interactive technologies employed, the leading countries in regard to their adoption, and the outcomes of their usage on teacher training programs. Despite significant advancements, particularly in countries like Kenya and South Africa, the effectiveness of these technologies varies widely due to infrastructural, socio-economic, and policy-related challenges. The findings highlight the critical role of reliable information communication technology (ICT) infrastructure, culturally relevant content, and comprehensive training for educators in optimizing the use of interactive technologies. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for greater policy coordination and collaboration among African nations to fully leverage these technologies. The review concludes that, while interactive technologies hold substantial potential in terms of transforming teacher education in Africa, sustained efforts are required to overcome the existing barriers and ensure equitable access to quality education across the continent.

Improving health outcomes in Cameroon through competency-based curricula and stakeholder engagement in accreditation

This review article explores the accreditation process for health personnel training in Cameroon, emphasizing its critical role in ensuring quality education and improving healthcare delivery. It begins with an overview of the current state of health education institutions and regulatory mechanisms, highlighting the need for robust national guidelines for accreditation. The review examines the importance of autonomous councils for each health specialty, emphasizing their role in establishing specialized standards, monitoring compliance, and promoting ethical values in training. It also discusses the historical context and evolution of accreditation, identifying past limitations and the necessity for updated standards. The strengths and challenges of the proposed guidelines are analyzed, focusing on their potential impact on the competence of health professionals. Comparative assessments with successful accreditation systems in other African nations, such as Nigeria and Ghana, provide valuable insights into best practices. The perspectives of various stakeholders, including government agencies, educational institutions, and healthcare providers, are examined. The article concludes with recommendations for enhancing accreditation processes, including capacity building and continuous stakeholder engagement, ultimately supporting the development of a competent healthcare workforce aligned with national health goals.

Online Instructional Supervision in an Advanced Higher Education

The continuity of learning in graduate and post-graduate education was ensured through online instructional supervision during the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative aligns with the fourth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 4), emphasizing the preservation of quality education amidst unprecedented challenges. The pandemic-induced shift to online learning environments underscored the critical need for robust supervisory practices that promote equitable and inclusive education for all students in the graduate studies. Employing a phenomenological approach, this study explored the experiences of 15 internal stakeholders involved in online instructional delivery at a state-funded university. The thematic analysis yielded five key insights: the lived experiences of internal stakeholders during the pandemic, transformative shifts in work and learning dynamics, perceptions of the internal stakeholders on online supervision, strategies for effective online supervision, and the opportunities and challenges inherent in this modality. Despite inherent limitations, online instructional supervision in advanced higher education during the pandemic proved to be both complex and transformative. The study recommends ongoing investment in human capital and technological infrastructure by educational institutions to secure sustainable educational outcomes for graduate and post-graduate students in the long term.

Participating—or Being Part of an Organizational Change: Narratives of Participation Related to School Closures to Reduce School Segregation

The mission of all primary schools includes offering all pupils educational quality and equality. Municipalities struggle with the negative consequences of school segregation, and some local councils decide to implement extensive changes in their school organization to offer all pupils equal opportunities. This study analyzes the experiences of staff and students when a local council implemented organizational changes to reduce the negative consequences of school segregation. A narrative analysis of documentation from the education authority and interviews with pupils and school staff were used to understand the perspectives of staff and pupils. There was strong support from the staff for implementing the changes but also strong criticism of how these changes were carried out. One conclusion is that municipalities implementing similar changes need to plan for the whole process and the participation of pupils and school staff in a systematic way.

Empowering Medical Students to Address Patient-Initiated Mistreatment at the Transition to Residency: An Education Quality Improvement Study.

Mistreatment from patients is prevalent and has far-reaching negative consequences. To develop a practice-based curriculum on patient-initiated mistreatment and examine participant perceptions before and after the curriculum. Single medical school in the United States. 306 senior medical students from classes 2022 and 2023. A single patient-initiated mistreatment session delivered during specialty-specific residency preparation courses (RPCs) featuring a literature discussion, a response framework, and patient-actor skills practice. Between February 2022 and October 2023, 22 sessions occurred. Electronic surveys were delivered before, following, and approximately eight months after each session. A total of 257 (84.0%) and 174 (56.9%) participants completed pre- and post-session surveys, respectively. Significant increases in mean scores were noted for confidence in recognizing mistreatment (pre-session 4.25, post-session 4.68; p < 0.001) and comfort in addressing mistreatment personally (pre-session 2.86, post-session 4.30; p < 0.001) and as a bystander (pre-session 2.98, post-session 4.27; p < 0.001). In the follow-up survey, participants noted that the session was useful in preparing them for residency. A novel patient-initiated mistreatment curriculum empowered students, resulting in enhanced confidence in responding and sustained skill usage. Medical schools may consider including this training for all graduating students.

Good Teaching Practices in Education and Support to Learning in Middle School

Contemporary education faces the challenge of innovating to improve the quality of learning, requiring teachers to adopt effective methodological strategies. This study examines teaching strategies and good practices in middle school education in Cuenca, Ecuador, with the objective of identifying effective approaches and areas for improvement. The methodology employed was mixed, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. A prospective and non-experimental design was used, which allowed observing educational phenomena without intervening in their development. The research included semi-structured interviews, focus groups and life stories to capture in-depth educational experiences. In addition, surveys were applied to a representative sample of teachers and students to obtain quantitative data on the perception and effectiveness of teaching practices. The main result of the study highlights that solid teacher training and the use of innovative technologies are crucial to improve educational quality and promote an inclusive and equitable environment.

The Role of Visionary Leadership, Curriculum Innovation, and Management of Educational Resources on the Quality of Character-Based Education for High School Students in West Java

This study examines the influence of visionary leadership, curriculum innovation, and educational resource management on the quality of character-based education in high schools in West Java, Indonesia. Utilizing a quantitative approach, data were collected from 170 high school students through a Likert-scale survey. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The findings reveal that curriculum innovation has the most significant positive impact on character-based education, followed by the management of educational resources and visionary leadership. These results underscore the importance of adopting innovative curricula and effectively managing educational resources to enhance character education. Visionary leadership also plays a critical role in setting a direction for character development, though its impact is more pronounced when combined with curriculum and resource management. The study provides insights for educators, policymakers, and school administrators in creating an educational environment that fosters both academic and moral development.

O LÚDICO COMO PROPOSTA ESTRATÉGICA PARA O ENSINO, APRENDIZAGEM E DESENVOLVIMENTO DE ESTUDANTES AUTISTAS

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by atypical development, behavioral manifestations, deficits in communication and social interaction, repetitive and stereotyped behavior patterns, and may include a restricted repertoire of interests and activities. It is crucial that schools are concerned with the quality of education, which requires the collective commitment of educators and students, aiming at the integral formation of citizenship through the effective construction of knowledge. In order to better understand autism within the context of regular schools and education for autistic individuals, we chose to conduct a bibliographical research, discussing the theoretical foundations relevant to the study. Upon concluding the research, we observed that the use of play as a pedagogical method can be highly effective with autistic students, providing an interesting and fun approach to learning acquisition. We recognize that autistic students have special educational needs that must be met by teachers in order to promote their development and ensure that they follow the teaching-learning process.

The Effect of Attitudes on Behavior, Subjective Norms, Behavioral Control, Behavioral Intentions on Lecturer Behavioral: The Moderation Role of Compliance with Regulations and Visionary Leadership in LLDIKTI Region VI Central Java Indonesia

Phenomenon, Private University at LLDIKTI VI Central Java (1) There is inequality in the quality of education which indicates that the increase in human resources has not been evenly distributed in all areas of the city/district. (2) The behavior of lecturers in carrying out tridharma activities is still not optimal. This research is based on the existence of empirical GAP and theoretical GAP regarding the limitations of TPB theory, so this research closes this gap by adding the variable compliance with regulations and visionary leadership as a moderator, which is combined into the Theory of Planned Behavior model to make this variable as research novelty. The aim of the research is to prove and analyze the influence of behavioral attitudes and norms subjective, behavioral control towards lecturer behavior through behavioral intentions and prove and analyze the role of regulatory compliance and leadership visionary in moderating influence of behavioral intentions to behavior lecturer. Study​ this is causal explanatory with a sample of 370 lecturers in LLDIKTI Region VI Central Java in 2022. Data collection techniques use questionnaires, data analysis uses SEM. Results research (1) behavioral attitudes influential significant positive to behavioral intentions. (2) behavioral attitude has no effect on lecturer behavior. (3) norms subjective influential significant positive effect on behavioral intentions. (4) norms subjective influential significant positive effect on lecturer behavior. (5) control behavior influential significant positive effect on behavioral intentions. (6) control behavior influential significant positive effect on lecturer behavior. (7) behavioral intention influential significant positive effect on lecturer behavior. (8) compliance on regulation moderate influence of behavioral intentions towards lecturer behavior. (9) leadership visionary moderate influence of behavioral intentions towards lecturer behavior.

THE SPLIT BETWEEN QUALITY OF EDUCATION AND QUALITY EDUCATION: A RESEARCH PROBLEM IN HIGHER EDUCATION

THE SPLIT BETWEEN QUALITY OF EDUCATION AND QUALITY EDUCATION: A RESEARCH PROBLEM IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Analysis Of Management to Improve the Quality of Education at SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar

This study aims to (1) find the implementation of SWOT analysis in improving the quality of education in SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar, (2) describe the internal and external conditions of SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar in the context of improving the quality of education, and (3) reveal the supporting factors and inhibiting factors for the implementation of SWOT analysis in improving the quality of education in SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar. The methodology used is observation, interview, and documentation techniques. The results of this study are supervisors (1) The role of the principal in improving the quality of education at SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar has been well implemented through the principal's leadership management strategy with SWOT analysis, so that the quality of education of SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar until the implementation of this research activity is still able to compete with other educational institutions that are equivalent to the indication of the number of students who are relatively large and ( 2) Internally or externally, the condition of SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar is safe, peaceful, orderly, and conducive even though obstacles and obstacles still exist (unavoidable), especially in terms of the implementation of learning activities. However, these obstacles can be minimized and even eliminated through a leadership approach both by the subject matter teachers, classroom teachers, and the principal's leadership, and (3) In order to achieve the improvement of education quality through the management of education quality improvement at SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar based on the SWOT analysis strategy, of course, it must also receive support, among others, the managerial ability of the principal of SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Makassar in regulating and managing school stakeholders, providing educational facilities and infrastructure, and the involvement of all school stakeholders in policy-making, especially related to improving the quality of education.

To promote the cultivation of mathematical thinking skills and strategies in games for the senior class of kindergarten children

With the advancement of quality education and an increase in research into preschool education, early childhood education is becoming more focused on individual physical and mental development, as well as the development of comprehensive quality education. Mathematical thinking ability represents a significant aspect of young children’s cognitive development. Given that young children’s brain development is not yet fixed, so their capacity for “plasticity” is considerable. The period between the ages of three and eight represents a critical phase in developing mathematical thinking ability in young children. Children undergo rapid growth in their mathematical understanding and reasoning abilities during this time. This paper will look at promoting the development of mathematical thinking and strategies in play for the senior class of kindergarten children, based on practice, in order to provide new strategies for preschool education. Through the research on the combination of games and mathematics education, we can provide better ideas and methods for the use of games in mathematics education, help the senior class of kindergarten children to develop their mathematical thinking skills, and help them to recognize, articulate, and generalize the quantitative relationships and spatial forms that exist in their daily lives so that they can be well-prepared for the next step of entering the primary school.