Educational Software Research Articles

Exploratory research on understanding university students’ artificial intelligence literacy in a Korean university

This study explored university students’ perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) literacy and AI education. Specifically, the authors sought to understand the level of AI literacy among university students, the extent of their prior exposure to AI education, and the factors that affect their AI education. The study was conducted through an online survey distributed among 300 university students at a Korean university. The study findings indicate that most university students are interested in learning AI. Moreover, the results showed that students with prior experience with software (SW) education showed superior knowledge, a better grasp of AI concepts, and more confidence in using AI technologies, especially in computer coding skills. On the other hand, students with less exposure to prior AI education expressed a need for more learning opportunities and sufficient knowledge of computer coding skills. In addition, we found that students who had received SW education during their K-12 schooling showed better math skills than those who had only received short-term training in university. These findings underscore the importance of addressing the educational barriers that impede university students’ ability to harness this interest effectively. In conclusion, our study provides valuable insights into university students’ perceptions regarding AI literacy and the factors that affect their AI education.

The Effect of Improvised Computer-Based Software Package on Secondary School Students’ Achievement and Attitude Towards Mathematics

The study was conducted to determine the effect of improvised computer-based software on the achievement and attitude of senior secondary school students towards mathematics. Fifteen secondary school mathematics teachers were trained to produce a computer-based software package and use the package to teach ‘graphical solution to quadratic equations’ to senior secondary class one (SSCI) students. A total sample of 1487 SSCI students was used in the study: 745 students in the 15 secondary schools purposively selected on the rationale of their closeness to a computer center, used as the experimental group, and 742 students from the 15 schools randomly selected for use as the control group. Pre-test, post-test, and quasi-experimental research designs were used to conduct the study. Fifteen intact classes were simultaneously used for treatment in the experimental and control groups. The experimental groups were taught with computers using the computer-based software package on teaching graphical solutions to quadratics equations produced by their teacher, while the control groups were taught using the conventional strategy. The result reveals a significant difference in academic achievement between students taught with improvised computer-based software packages and those taught using the conventional strategy. The mean achievement score of 73% and standard deviation of 9% was obtained from the experimental group, while the control group had a mean achievement of 57% and standard deviation of 5%. Similarly, the experimental group had an attitude test score of 82% and a standard deviation of 6%, while the control group had a mean attitude test score of 59% and a standard deviation of 11%. This gave the calculated value of the t-test as t = 42.3 for achievement and t = 50.1 for attitude, showing a significant difference in achievement and attitude between the experimental and control groups. Thus, an improvised computer-based software package is more effective in teaching mathematics than the conventional strategy. Hence, improvising computer-based software for teaching and learning is highly recommended.

Educational Intervention Effect on Nurses’ Knowledge of Glasgow Coma Scale for Neurological Patient Assessment in Tertiary Hospitals in Edo State, Nigeria

Context: Nigeria reports increasing cases of neurological patients requiring close monitoring using the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS). Although nurses are key health personnel managing these patients, evidence suggests they lack knowledge of the GCS and neurological assessment. Aim: This study assessed the effect of an educational intervention on nurses' knowledge of GCS for neurological patients’ assessment in selected tertiary hospitals in Edo State, Nigeria. Methods: This is a quasi-experimental, non-equivalent control group, pre-post-test research design. The sample consisted of 98 nurses purposely selected from the neurological wards of the selected hospitals. A researcher-developed self-report questionnaire with a reliability Cronbach's alpha index of 0.832. Data analysis used descriptive and inferential statistics at the 5% significance level. Results: Knowledge of GCS increased from a (0%) pre-test to 29(60.4%) very good knowledge level post-test one and 15(31.3%) post-test two, whereas the control group had 0% throughout the three periods. Significant differences (p 0.000) over the assessment times were found in the intervention group. The post hoc test revealed statistically significant differences between pre-test versus post-test one/and post-test two. A chi-square analysis of association showed no association between socio-demographic characteristics and level of knowledge on GCS among participants pre and post-intervention for both study groups (p>0.05). Conclusion: This study has convincingly demonstrated the effectiveness of the developed educational intervention package in improving nurses' knowledge of the GCS. The self-instructional format offers an appealing approach to promoting self-directed learning among nurses. This approach can empower nurses to confidently assess patients using the GCS, interpret scores accurately, and apply their knowledge in clinical practice.

Effect of Instructional Package on Knowledge and Self-care Practices among Gestational Diabetic Women.

Effect of Instructional Package on Knowledge and Self-care Practices among Gestational Diabetic Women.

Effect of Instructional Package on Knowledge and Attitudes among Gestational Diabetic Women.

Effect of Instructional Package on Knowledge and Attitudes among Gestational Diabetic Women.

Effect of Computer Animation Instructional Package on Students’ Achievement in Hybridization in Chemistry

The study aimed to ascertain how learners' performance in the chemical hybridization concept was affected by the Computer Animation Instructional Package (CAI). A pretest-posttest quasi-experimental research design was used in the study. There were 120 seniors secondary school students in the sample. The control group received instruction via traditional lectures, while the experimental group was treated using computer animation. The Hybridization Achievement Test (HAT) and Students' Spatial Ability Test (SSAT) were tested and used for data collection. The tests had reliability coefficients of 0.71 and 0.77, respectively using Kuder Richardson 20. Using estimated marginal means and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) at a 0.05 significance level, seven research hypotheses were tested. Results showed that CAI highly impacted students' performance in the chemical concept of hybridization. A noteworthy interaction effect between gender and spatial ability was also found, favouring females with high spatial ability over males with low spatial ability regarding learners' performance. The research results indicate that CAI enhanced students' performance on the hybridization concept in chemistry. The results also showed the gender-friendly and successful instructional characteristics of CAI.

The Effect of Two Health Education Packages on Nutritional Knowledge, Practices, and Physical Activity Levels Among School-Going Adolescents in Rishikesh: A Cluster Randomized Trial.

Introduction Adolescence is a critical period known for presenting specific challenges in disease treatment and health promotion. Studies have highlighted that increased nutritional awareness is associated with healthier eating habits, while regular physical activity aids in controlling and preventing non-communicable diseases. Equipping adolescents with health education in schools prepares them to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles throughout their lives. To assess and compare the efficacy of health education packages targeting nutrition knowledge, practices, and physical activity levels, a cluster-randomized trial was conducted among school-going adolescents. Methodology Two distinct health education packages were developed for the two intervention groups. In group 1, a health talk supported by a flip chart was delivered, followed by pamphlet distribution. In contrast, in group 2, only information pamphlets were distributed. The study was conducted in government schools in Rishikesh, with four schools selected. Two schools were randomly allocated to each intervention arm. In each school, a questionnaire was administered to assess the students' nutrition knowledge, practicesand physical activity levels. This was followed by the intervention, and the students were reassessed for the same parameters after two weeks. Result The pre-intervention and post-intervention comparisons within the same group- the mean scores for nutrition knowledge, food practice, sleep duration, and recreational screen time were comparable in the intervention group 1 (p>0.05). There was a decrease in the mean physical activity score and screen time for studies in intervention group 1, and these differences were statistically significant (p<0.05). The mean scores for nutrition knowledge, physical activity, sleep duration, and screen time for studies were comparable in the intervention group 2 (p>0.05). There was an increase in the mean food practice score and a decrease in recreational screen time in intervention group 2, and these differences were statistically significant (p<0.05). On comparing the groups with each other, it was found thatGroup 2 exhibited a significantly higher mean food practice score compared to group 1 post-intervention. While there was a statistically significant decrease in the mean physical activity score in intervention group 1, this group still had higher physical activity levels than group 2.Post-intervention, group 2 exhibited a higher screen time for studies compared to group 1. Both groups had comparable sleep durations at baseline and post-intervention, with intervention group 1's mean sleep duration falling within the recommended range set by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Regression analysis provided valuable insights into the relationship between baseline values of various variables and their post-intervention values, aiding in understanding the impact of the health education packages. Conclusion The findings emphasize the significance of incorporating nutrition and physical activity education into the curriculum of students.

A TECH-ENABLED APPROACH TO TEACHING STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES: A DATA ANALYSIS-BASED STUDY

The integration of technology into education has offered significant benefits, especially for students with learning disabilities. This study examines the effects of technology-enabled teaching strategies on the learning experiences of students with disabilities and looks at how educators, parents, and special education specialists view these strategies' efficacy. 200 participants in the study—teachers, parents, and special educators—gave their opinions using a standardized questionnaire. Questions with closed-ended answers were used to gather quantitative data. The results demonstrate the beneficial influence of assistive technology, customized education software, and adaptive tools in enhancing learning outcomes for students with disabilities. Nonetheless, issues with resource allocation, training, and accessibility were also noted. In order to improve learning for students with disabilities, this study attempts to contribute to the creation of more inclusive, technologically enabled educational methods.

Revisiting the technology acceptance model: the influence of colonial mentality on technology acceptance

The introduction of technology into the South African education sector has been met with optimism, as it can enhance education. The success in adoption of technology is not dependent only on access and skills, but technology acceptance is just as essential. Various models of technology acceptance have been proposed over the last two decades by various technologists such as Chuan-Hoo Tan, Richard Bagozzi and Youjae Yi, of which the technology acceptance model (TAM) is central. TAM focuses on the perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use of technology. In South Africa, adopting the TAM to understand the acceptance of technology by teachers is doubtful, since most digital content is in English, while the majority of the population speaks an African language. In 2017, the Teacher Assessment Resources for Monitoring and Improving Instruction (TARMII) software was introduced to South African primary school teachers that allowed them to choose between an English and Setswana interface. A purposive sample of seven Setswana-speaking teachers who could also speak English was chosen from the Madibeng District in the North West province. The findings showed that the participants were pleased to use the Setswana software but opted for English. This reasoning had less to do with technology, but more with the perception of English. Hence, a modification of the technology acceptance model was required to understand and explain these findings.

A new approach to dividing the tectonic setting of igneous rocks: machine learning and GeoTectAI software

A new approach to dividing the tectonic setting of igneous rocks: machine learning and GeoTectAI software

Predicting Motivation among GKP Recipients using Regression Techniques in Machine Learning: An Implementation of Rapid Miner

Recently, predictive analytics has found a place in many research areas. From business to healthcare, the revolutions of predictive analytics studies are constantly evolving to help decision makers identify the problem and make a wise decision. While a bigger impact has been reported on the development of predictive models in business studies, there has been very little effort that investigates the deployment of predictive models by using machine learning approaches specifically involving SMEs. Small business entrepreneurs (SMEs) are among the entities most affected because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hence, this study aims to develop a model that could predict the motivation score of GKP recipients based on three factors: satisfaction, perceived value, and perceived expectation. Four different regression models, namely Linear, Ridge, Lasso, and SVR, were developed and evaluated as the best model by using Rapid Miner machine learning software tools. The GKIPP grant dataset has been used as a case study for estimating the motive of the GKP grant to evaluate the outcomes of various regression models. The findings indicate that linear and SVR models have produced highly accurate predictions about the motivation of GKP recipients. They have also produced a high proportion of R-square scores across all regression models, which is highly encouraging.

Transforming Education in The Digital Age : How Technology Affects Teaching and Learning Methods

The development of digital technology has brought significant changes to education, affecting teaching and learning methods. This article examines the impact of technology on education, especially in supporting more interactive, flexible and personalized learning. Various digital tools and platforms, such as online learning applications, educational software, as well as augmented reality and virtual reality technologies, enable more engaging and efficient learning experiences for learners. This research uses the literature study method to investigate scientific journal articles that discuss the transformation of learning in the digital era with the use of technology in modern education. The articles were selected based on criteria such as topic relevance, quality of research methodology and theoretical contribution. Searches were conducted in reputable academic databases such as Google Scholar and Sinta (Science and Technology Index) with the keywords "digital education transformation," "technology in education," and "educational innovation”. Once relevant articles were identified, a selection was made to ensure quality standards and significant contributions to the literature. An in-depth analysis was conducted to identify the main themes, methodological approaches, and findings of each study. The results of the analysis are expected to provide insights into recent developments in the use of technology in education and help identify future trends, challenges and opportunities. The findings are expected to provide a basis for the development of more effective education policies and practices in the evolving digital age

The international league against epilepsy primary healthcare educational curriculum: Assessment of educational needs.

To assess the need for an epilepsy educational curriculum for primary healthcare providers formulated by the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) and the importance attributed to its competencies by epilepsy specialists and primary care providers and across country-income settings. The ILAE primary care epilepsy curriculum was translated to five languages. A structured questionnaire assessing the importance of its 26 curricular competencies was posted online and publicized widely to an international community. Respondents included epilepsy specialists, primary care providers, and others from three World Bank country-income categories. Responses from different groups were compared with univariate and ordinal logistic regression analyses. Of 785 respondents, 60% noted that a primary care epilepsy curriculum did not exist or they were unaware of one in their country. Median ranks of importance for all competencies were high (very important to extremely important) in the entire sample and across different groups. Fewer primary care providers than specialists rated the following competencies as extremely important: definition of epilepsy (p = .03), recognition of seizure mimics (p = .02), interpretation of test results for epilepsy care (p = .001), identification of drug-resistant epilepsy (0.005) and management of psychiatric comorbidities (0.05). Likewise, fewer respondents from LMICs in comparison to UMICs rated 15 competencies as extremely important. The survey underscores the unmet need for an epilepsy curriculum in primary care and the relevance of its competencies across different vocational and socioeconomic settings. Differences across vocational and country income groups indicate that educational packages should be developed and adapted to needs in different settings.

Reading instruction for students with intellectual disabilities who require augmentative and alternative communication: A multiple single case study with baseline, posttest, follow-up, and maintenance

The purpose of the current study was to examine whether seven children, aged 6–10 years, with intellectual disabilities who require augmentative and alternative communication, could acquire phonological awareness and reading skills by using a reading material that is based on research on the evidence-based reading program Accessible literacy learning. The effect of the measures has been examined using a multiple single-case design with baseline, posttest, follow-up, and maintenance. All the teachers were trained to deliver the reading intervention in the students’ familiar place at school. The results indicated that students with intellectual disabilities who require augmentative and alternative communication could acquire phonological awareness and decoding by working systematically with reading material based on evidence-based strategies.

Strategi Packaging and Programming Paket Wisata untuk Meningkatkan Kunjungan Wisatawan di Taman Kakao Cokelat Desa Banjaroya

Banjaroya village, Kulon Progo regency has a lot of tourism potential, one of the highlights is Cocoa Chocolate Park. As an educational tourist attraction based on agro-tourism, Chocolate Cocoa Park serves several activities offered by tourists related to cocoa cultivation and chocolate production. But in this case, the Cocoa Chocolate Park has not packaged and mammograms such activity services well. The results showed that there are several things that must be improved in packaging and providing programs in the Cocoa Chocolate Park education package. The trick is to save on tour packages need to display the itinerary so that tourists feel easy and can set the time to follow these activities. Then the programming is by grouping the activities offered according to the focus of each field of activity so that tourists can choose the focus of what activities they want to participate in.

The effect of a self-learned virtual learning package on knowledge, attitude, and self-care behaviors of COVID-19 in people referred to health and treatment centers

BackgroundCOVID-19 is one of the most common diseases in recent years, the most important way to prevent is through self-care behaviors; therefore, it is important to these behaviors in people. According to the importance of promoting self-care behaviors of this disease, and according to the characteristics and effectiveness of interventions based on behavior change, this study aimed to investigate the effect of educational intervention on self-care behaviors of COVID-19 in a group of patients.MethodsThis quasi-experimental study was conducted on 164 people who referred to health and treatment centers in Dehdasht City, Iran. The cluster sampling method divided the participants into experimental and control groups at random (82 people for each group). Data collection tool was a researcher-made questionnaire completed by the control and experimental groups before and three months after the intervention. The intervention program in this training group is to form a WhatsApp group and send messages in the form of audio files, text messages, text messages with photos, video messages, and PowerPoints. After creating the group and adding the participants, according to the agreement with the group members, every day of the week (8:00 am to 12:00 pm) to send educational files through the WhatsApp application. Also, the group members could ask their questions and problems to the researcher during the designated hours. The control group was also given routine care and follow-up at the centers, and no training was given regarding self-care behaviors. After entering the SPSS 24, data were analyzed by independent t, chi-square, and paired t statistical tests.Results164 individuals working in healthcare services from health and treatment centers were included in this study. Before the intervention, demographic characteristics such as marital status, education level, medical history, and smoking history were similar between the two groups (P > 0.05), as indicated by the results of chi-square tests. Furthermore, there were no significant differences in the mean scores of knowledge, attitude, and self-care behaviors between the experimental and control groups prior to the intervention (P > 0.05), according to independent t-tests. Following the intervention, notable changes were observed. The post-intervention analysis revealed statistically significant differences between the experimental and control groups in terms of knowledge, attitude, and self-care behaviors (P = 0.001). Specifically, the experimental group exhibited significant improvements in these variables compared to the control group.ConclusionIn this study, education led to the improvement of self-care behaviors in people who referred to health centers. Considering the importance of the role of health education in promoting self-care behaviors as well as preventing infectious diseases such as COVID-19, it is suggested that educational interventions focus on self-care behaviors in other diseases.

Uncovering the Mental Effort of Reading Using Eye-Tracking Technology

Whenever we learn about new topics by reading, we use varying degrees of effort to process what we read. Many factors may affect how much effort you feel like you are using (called cognitive workload) to perform reading tasks—such as how long you have already been reading, your reading skill, and even how you feel that day. Understanding how much effort it takes to understand reading material is vital because scientists can use this information to create better reading experiences and programs—especially for those who find reading difficult. Scientists have explored the effects of cognitive workload on reading comprehension to better understand how readers process information and store it in memory. One of the ways scientists do this is by using tools called eye trackers to measure the cognitive workload a reader is experiencing as they read.

IMPLEMENTATION OF 8-WEEK READING PROGRAM FOR STRUGGLING READERS: BASIS FOR ENHANCED SCHOOL REMEDIATION PROGRAM

This study seeks to determine the effect of Implementing the 8-week Reading Program on the Struggling Learners: Basis for Enhanced Remediation Program. This study employed the non-experimental descriptive survey research design in investigating the research problem. It is descriptive because the data are presented in quantitative descriptions on the “Implementation of 8-week Reading Program for Struggling Readers: Basis for Enhanced School Reading Program. According to Good (2023), this method of research shows merely description of tasks presenting the conditions regarding the nature of the group of persons or class of events that involved procedure of analysis, classification, and measurement. It involves varied information regarding the current or present condition (Deauna, 2022). This study will be conducted in Almendras Elementary School. The respondents in this study are the 150 struggling learners of the research locale. The respondents will answer a researcher made assessment test on reading comprehension. This study makes use of the universal sampling procedure considering the manageable number of respondents in the research locale. This revealed that learners’ level in majority of the least mastered competency in reading is at Approaching competency except for giving judgment where they are at developing level. Therefore, it is concluded that the current reading program should be enhanced giving more focus on giving judgment. KEYWORDS: implementation of 8-week reading program, struggling readers, basis for enhanced school remediation program

Hyperedu online learning program for hyperspectral remote sensing: Concept, implementation and lessons learned

The increasing importance of Earth observation information for society and environment, particularly in the expanding domain of hyperspectral remote sensing, along with the significantly increasing data availability, emphasizes the demand for online education to address the growing need for expertise in this domain. We present a comprehensive review of existing online education programs on Earth observation that underline the limited availability of online resources for hyperspectral remote sensing.To respond to this demand, we introduce HYPERedu, an online education program on hyperspectral remote sensing that has been developed as part of the EnMAP satellite mission since 2019. The program’s core components, content, and participation statistics, along with insights from participant feedback, are presented. HYPERedu offers a wide range of resources, including slide collections, tutorials, video screencasts, and online courses, making them accessible to a broad audience for university teaching, training schools and individual learning. The program’s effectiveness as well as challenges and insights encountered during program development are discussed. We emphasize the importance of collaborative learning, sustainability efforts for long-term material accessibility and quality assurance, and the need to bridge the digital divide with offline options, open-source tools, and multilingual content. Effective content presentation is vital, focusing on consistent branding, concise modules, interactive features, and narrative-style videos. Additionally, we explore the future of online Earth observation learning, considering enhanced participant interaction and the integration of new learning concepts. Finally, we underscore the significance of outreach and training for satellite mission utilization and advocate for open education to promote open science, data, software, and accessibility for inclusive education.

COLLABORATIVE READING PRACTICES OF TEACHERS AND DECODING SKILLS OF GRADE TWO LEARNERS

This study sought to answer the level of the reading practices of teachers and the level of decoding skills of grade two learners. Further, it sought to determine the significant relationship between the collaborative reading practices of teachers and the decoding skills of grade two pupils. This study employed the non-experimental descriptive survey research design in investigating the research problem. It is descriptive because the data are presented in quantitative descriptions on the “Collaborative reading approach and Decoding skills of grade six pupils. According to Good (2005), this method of research shows merely a description of tasks presenting the conditions regarding the nature of the group of persons or class of events that involved the procedure of analysis, classification, and measurement. It involves varied information regarding the current or present condition (Deauna, 2005). This study was conducted in selected 10 schools of Matanao II district. The respondents in this study are 150 grade two learners and 30 grade two teachers. The respondents answered a researcher made assessment test on their oral and written communication skills. This study made use of the single random sampling procedure. This study revealed that teachers in reading are skilled in establishing and implementing a reading program to address the reading needs of struggling readers. KEYWORDS: Collaborative reading approach, Decoding skills, grade six pupils