Education Services Research Articles

Educational Migration to Kyrgyzstan: Trends and Prospects

Educational migration in Kyrgyzstan has its own socio-demographic structure, which may vary depending on a number of factors, such as age, gender, nationality, educational level, etc. One of the main trends of educational migration to Kyrgyzstan is the increase in the number of students from neighboring countries such as Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, as well as the countries of Central Asia and the Caucasus. This is due to both economic reasons and historical ties and cultural similarities between these countries. Educational migration to Kyrgyzstan from India, Pakistan and other countries has its own socio-demographic structure, which differs from educational migration from other countries. One of the main factors that stimulates educational migration is the lack of quality education in the home country. Many students seek to get an education in the West, where it is considered to be of higher quality and prestigious. In addition, educational migration can be caused by the desire to improve prospects in the labor market and get a highly paid job abroad. The forecast of educational migration in Kyrgyzstan is given. The author believes that there will be a positive trend in the development of educational migration in Kyrgyzstan, which will have a positive impact on the economy of Kyrgyzstan. The developed recommendations for improving the education management system in the Kyrgyz Republic contribute to the promotion and implementation of educational services aimed at students.

Analysis Of Student Satisfaction Level In The Faculty Of Science And Technology Using The Convolution Neural Network Method

The Faculty of Science and Technology at Labuhanbatu University is one of the leading faculties that focuses on the development of science and technology. This faculty offers various study programs designed to prepare students to face the challenges of the digital era and industrial revolution 4.0. This research, using survey and interview methods, aims to collect accurate and objective data regarding student perceptions and experiences in various aspects, such as the quality of educational services, quality of teaching, and available supporting facilities such as extracurricular activities, seminars and research projects, ease of access. information and academic support from optimal staff and teaching staff.

MANAGING LEARNERS BEHAVIOUR: A CALL ON TEACHERSUSE OF POSITIVE MODIFICATION STRATEGIES

This study explored into teachers use of positive modification approachesin managing learners classroom behaviour. This was a descriptive survey design (qualitative)that employeda 5-point Likert-type scale for data collection. Respondents comprised of 327 pubic Junior High School teachers in the Western North region. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used for the selection of samples. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Data from the study showed that majority of teachers had inadequate knowledge on using positive modification strategies in managing learners behaviour.Tangible strategies such as earning of incentives like toffee and rewards emerged as the most frequently used behaviour modification strategies in managing the classroom.The study also found no significant gender difference with regard to the use of positive modification strategies in classroom management. The study further established that behaviour modification techniques positively influences the learning environment as well as the learner.It was recommended that teachers unions in collaboration with Ghana Education Service should organize sensitisation programs through educational fora and symposiums to encourage teachers embrace positive modification strategies as classroom management tools. Also, intermittent refresher coursesought to be organized to help educatorsupdate their knowledge on the use of positive modification strategies in managing learners behaviour. This possibly will aidthem to effectively manage learners behaviour in the classroom.

빅 히스토리를 활용한 AI 기반 융합질문 생성 교육용 서비스 ‘OASIS’ 개발

This study aims to design an AI-based educational service using Big History to enhance convergence competency in secondary school students and to evaluate the effectiveness and satisfaction of the designed service, OASIS(Online AI-based Service for Inquiry Studies). Through three stages of model improvement, the core model OASIS was developed. Convergence competency tests were conducted on 128 first-year high school students before and after using OASIS. Additionally, the effectiveness and user satisfaction were evaluated by a user satisfaction survey conducted with the same students and 15 educational experts. OASIS utilizes ChatGPT to provide multidisciplinary information on input keywords, thereby enhancing interdisciplinary understanding. The service is structured to foster convergence competency through the creation of convergence inquiries and interactive activities. The results of the convergence competency tendency test and user satisfaction survey indicated that the use of OASIS helped enhance students' convergence competency and showed high satisfaction regarding the usefulness of information. However, limitations such as the inaccuracy of information and slow loading speeds were noted. Addressing these limitations could improve the service’s applicability in secondary education for fostering convergence.

Implementation of Internal Quality Audit at IKesT Muhammadiyah Palembang

The Internal Quality Assurance System (SPMI) in universities has an important role in the implementation and improvement of the quality of educational services provided by universities. One of the ways to evaluate the fulfillment of the higher education standards in question is through the Internal Quality Audit (AMI) process. The implementation of AMI at IKesT Muhammadiyah Palembang has been carried out well and has had a positive impact on improving the quality of higher education implementation and has also referred to SPMI and the PPEPP cycle. The Quality Assurance Institute (LPM) reported the results of the AMI training to the Rector of IKesT Muhammadiyah Palembang and invited all leaders of faculties, study programs and work units to present the results of the AMI that had been implemented, with this the rector can know where the weaknesses and shortcomings need to be improved and improved in order to create Good University Governance (GUG).

Perancangan Sistem Informasi Akademik Dengan Menggunakan Metode Rapid Application Development (RAD) Berbasis Website

The education system in Indonesia is experiencing rapid development characterised by an increase in the number of schools, students, and the complexity of the teaching and learning process. To manage academic data that includes information on students, teachers, grades, attendance, and class schedules, schools need to improve the quality of their services. Education is an important aspect of the country's development, and in this context, Academic Information System (AIS) plays a vital role in supporting administration and management in educational institutions. This research focuses on SMP NU Medan, where the need for an efficient and integrated AIS is increasingly urgent to improve the quality of education services. With the rapid development of information technology, the Rapid Application Development (RAD) method is the right choice because it allows rapid and iterative application development. In addition, Web-based AIS provides wide accessibility for education stakeholders, including making it easier for prospective students to access information and register online. The case study at SMP NU Medan provides a strong foundation for this research by identifying specific needs and coming up with solutions that are relevant and can be implemented immediately. This research aims to design, implement, and evaluate a Web-based AIS using the RAD method, so that it can make a positive contribution in improving the efficiency, accuracy, and quality of service of the school.

MEASURING GLOBALIZATION: ANALYZING INTERNATIONALIZATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION (IOHE) THROUGH STEM EDUCATION IN PAKISTAN

The concepts of 'internationalization' and 'globalization' are closely intertwined, impacting both tangible and intangible aspects of higher education. Internationalization refers to the internal transformations that occur within an educational setting as a result of frequent cross-border interactions within a local governmental system. Currently, developing countries like Pakistan are adapting and shaping their higher education systems in response to the global knowledge economy but neglecting the introduction of STEM education in the areas of social sciences like mathematics, statistics, entrepreneurship, IT, and other courses that are considered the need of time may leads to lack social scientist’s ability to estimate & forecasting and critically evaluate the situations as these deficiencies lead to reduce the cognitive skill of the workforce. This qualitative study employed Wallenstein’s World System analysis framework to examine student mobility and educational policy aspects in Pakistan critically. The findings suggest that the internationalization of higher education may lead to unequal exchange of educational services between core and peripheral countries in the global system.

Pengaruh Persepsi Layanan Publik terhadap Migrasi di Indonesia

Population mobility occurs every day. Many factors encourage individuals to make the movement. In addition to economic driving factors, social factors such as public services also influence individual decisions to migrate. Regions with good quality public services will trigger migration growth. The quality of public services is assessed on individual perceptions. This research focuses on 4 (four) perceptions of public services, namely perceptions of transportation services, perceptions of education services, perceptions of health services, and perceptions of business license services. The test was carried out using the Random Effect Probit Regression method. We find that perceptions of transportation services, education and business permits have a significant effect on migration.

Service quality in higher education: A literature review

In a time where the student experience increasingly mirrors a customer-centric approach, universities are tasked with fulfilling the role of comprehensive educational service providers. This paper presents a comprehensive literature review on service quality in higher education, focusing on various generic and industry-specific scales. The primary objective of this article is to analyse and compare prominent measurement scales such as SERVQUAL, SERVPERF, HEdPERF, UnivQual, and HiEduQual. Each scale is defined according to its original literature and provides a foundational understanding of their respective constructs and factors. To achieve a nuanced comparison, the paper examines these scales based on the number of factors extracted from studies and their characteristics. The analysis reveals a great diversity and specificity of factors in measuring service quality across different higher education contexts. Beyond that, the paper analyses a database of 45 selected peer-reviewed articles to understand the practical application of service quality scales in empirical research. This examination considers multiple dimensions such as the country of focus, the statistical procedures employed, and the research methods. These dimensions offer a rich comparative insight into the trends in service quality research within higher education. Additionally, the study delves into the number and names of factors identified in each article, mapping them against the established scales to uncover patterns and deviations in empirical findings. A notable aspect of the review is the exploration of gender differences in service quality perceptions, a critical yet often underexplored area. This gender-based analysis provides valuable insights into how male and female students may perceive service quality differently, thereby informing more nuanced and inclusive service quality enhancement strategies. The findings of this paper underscore the multifaceted nature of service quality in higher education and the importance of context-specific scales. By comparing different measurement approaches and analysing a broad spectrum of empirical studies, this review contributes to a deeper understanding of how service quality is conceptualised and measured in higher education. It also offers practical implications for researchers and practitioners aiming to enhance service quality and align it more closely with student expectations and experiences.

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Dietary Practices of Cancer Outpatients at Nyeri County Referral Hospital, Kenya; A Cross Sectional Survey

The global burden of non-communicable diseases remains unacceptably high and Kenya is among the countries experiencing an epidemiological transition from the communicable to non-communicable diseases. In Kenya, cancer is the second leading cause of non-communicable disease related mortalities after the cardiovascular diseases and Nyeri County is among the counties that are leading in this burden of non-communicable diseases. This study sought to assess the dietary practices of the cancer patients on chemotherapy at Nyeri County and Referral Hospital in comparison with the recommended dietary practices. Analytical cross-sectional study design was employed and the data on the dietary practices was collected using a 24-hour recall and a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ). Sixty one percent of the respondents were female while 39% were male. Sixty one percent had acquired primary school education and half of the respondents survive on a monthly income of between 0-10,000. Breast cancer was the most common cancer type in the population (39%), followed by esophageal and throat cancer at 14.5% and gastric cancer at 14%. Prostate cancer was the most prevalent among the male respondents at 11%. The mean energy intake of the respondents was 1068+- 520 Kcals which was not meeting the requirements as per the ESPEN clinical guidelines on cancer. The dietary patterns identified from the research were, excessive consumption of foods from the starchy foods and the fats category (65.1%) and less than half (41.9%) were not attaining the minimum daily requirements of the fruit’s servings recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Nutrition education and counselling is key in improving the dietary practices among the cancer patients. However, 44.19% had not received nutrition education and counselling regarding the appropriate diet to consume in the course of their treatment. This study found out that the dietary practices of the cancer patients do not meet the recommended clinical guidelines on cancer nutrition and almost half of the population had not received nutrition education and counselling services. Social and behavior change is one of the possible strategies that could be adopted to deliver nutrition information to the population, to improve the knowledge, attitude and dietary practices of cancer patients in Kenya, which in turn will improve their nutrition outcomes.

Determinant Factors Affecting The Quality of Basic Education Services: A Standard Pattern From Regional Government Experience

Determinant Factors Affecting The Quality of Basic Education Services: A Standard Pattern From Regional Government Experience

Influence of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) on Teacher Professional Development (TPD) in Basic Schools in the Tamale Metropolis

Purpose: This study aimed to examine the influence of professional learning communities (PLCs) on teacher professional development in basic schools in the Tamale Metropolis. Methodology: The study employed a qualitative research approach. A case study design was employed, and 20 teachers, head teachers, and school improvement support officers (SISO), were interviewed. This study used a self-constructed semi-structured interview (SSI) guide to collect data. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Findings: The study revealed that professional learning communities significantly enhance skills, knowledge, and collaborative learning in teachers’ professional development. Unique contribution to theory, practice, and policy: The study recommends proactive measures, urging educational authorities, particularly the Ghana Education Service, to enhance awareness and understanding of the need for organizing professional learning communities among basic school teachers in the Tamale metropolis.

REGULATORY AND METHODOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING STANDARDISATION OF MEDICINES TO FUTURE MASTERS OF PHARMACY IN THE CONTEXT OF DIGITALISATION OF EDUCATION IN UKRAINE

The article substantiates that the strategic vector for ensuring the quality of educational services chosen in Ukraine under martial law has increased the need to update state and local regulations of the educational process, as well as to find effective methodological approaches to teaching higher education students, including the transformation of all teaching and learning materials into digital format and the creation of publicly available knowledge bases on their basis. Based on the analysis of national educational legislation, strategic priorities for the development of the healthcare sector, the article features the regulatory and methodological aspects of the implementation of educational initiatives aimed at improving the level of digital literacy of masters of pharmacy, the practical use of digital technologies in their educational and future professional activities, as well as amendments to educational standards and educational programs in terms of the list of general and special (professional, subject) competencies of the above-mentioned specialties. Generalisation of the content of local acts, websites of higher medical/pharmaceutical education institutions of Ukraine made it possible to identify the main innovations in the organisation of training of future masters of pharmacy, to illustrate these with examples of the introduction of digital technologies in the training of future masters of pharmacy, in particular the discipline «Standardisation of Medicines» at the Bogomolets National Medical University. The leading direction for improving the effectiveness of teaching standardisation of medicines to future masters of pharmacy in the context of digitalisation of higher education in Ukraine is identified, which is to harmonize the regulatory and methodological foundations of this process in accordance with the current and future (post-war reconstruction of the educational sphere) challenges of socio-political life of society, compliance with the security system, the provision of quality educational services in the context of the dynamic deployment of the electronic healthcare system, as well as the desire of government institutions and stakeholders to integrate with the European pharmaceutical market.

PRESCHOOL TEACHERS PREPARATION FOR WORKING WITH CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS IN CALIFORNIA

Following the realization of the importance of early development and the low quality of early childhood education programs in the United States the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) were established to develop professional standards for special educators. It was found that the most important factor in providing education for children with special needs is well-trained teaching staff. Principles for ensuring the existence of high-quality programs for kindergartens began to be developed. A new concept of “Developmentally Appropriate Practice” was formed by The National Association for Nursery Education (NANE and seven standards for the professional training of early childhood teachers were proposed. The Education for All Handicapped Children Act was passed by the Congress in 1975. IDEA regulates how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and other services. The state has established grants to improve the quality of school education by attracting and retaining effective teachers. It was found that 7 million, or 14% of all public school received special education services. The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is revising the Special Education Standards for Children with Disabilities. The commission developed draft teaching, administration, and preparation program guidelines in collaboration with a technical advisory group of early childhood education professionals. It was clarified that there are additional internship programs in California, Completion of the internship program leads to a Certificate of Eligibility to Teach, which is identical to completion of a traditional teacher preparation program. It was concluded that the policy of the Department of Education, the educational laws of the United States are aimed at encouraging participation in formal and informal professional learning, but it should be a continuous process, because adults providing care and education are responsible for the progress of children throughout their lives.

ECONOMIC ACTIVITY OF THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE AS A CONTINUOUS PROCESS OF DEVELOPMENT OF ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPETENCE IN THE HISTORICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL CONTEXT

In the scientific research the analysis of the economic activity of Ukrainians and their motivation for entrepreneurial activity in the historical and pedagogical contexts has been conducted. The authors have identified the factors influencing the formation of entrepreneurial initiative of modern Ukrainians, determined the reasons for their demotivation in engaging in entrepreneurship, highlighted the historical factor, which has a significant impact on the economic behavior, motivation, and self-motivation of Ukrainians. The article emphasizes the importance of incorporating an economic component into the training programs of future professional (vocational) education teachers, the necessity of developing their entrepreneurial competence, the need to enhance motivation and self-motivation for entrepreneurship.The study concludes that the entrepreneurial activity of the Ukrainians represents a continuous process of developing entrepreneurial competence. The authors propose considering the historical factor when designing national strategic programs, both during the current wartime period and in the post-war recovery phase for maintaining business activity within small and medium-sized enterprises. They substantiate the need to include an economic component and implement a motivation system in the training programs for future professional education teachers, who initially serve as recipients and later as providers of educational services. The necessity of integrating a motivation system and entrepreneurial practice into these programs has also been demonstrated for fostering the development of entrepreneurial competence, increasing motivation and self-motivation for entrepreneurship, enabling these future teachers to implement entrepreneurial competence in their subsequent work.

Desirable and disposable: Tracing the racialization of Chinese students in American higher education

This article dissects the current conjuncture facing Chinese international students in the U.S. higher education, situating their experiences within the history of Asian racialization. By examining key moments of the racialization of Chinese students in the US – 1949–1959, 2006–2017, and the period following 2018 – it illuminates how the intricate interplay of domestic racial politics and geopolitics have contributed to the paradoxical portrayal of Chinese students as both desirable and disposable within American racial capitalism. As they navigate their multifaceted roles as knowledge workers and prime consumers of educational services, these students encounter the challenges of an evolving neoliberal multiculturalism and fluctuating U.S.-China relations, placing them at the center of America’s ongoing political tensions. This exploration enhances our understanding of international student mobility, bridges discussions between critical race studies and geography of race, and introduces a fresh racial perspective to the field of education geography.

TECHNOLOGICAL SUPPORT FOR ONLINE LEARNING OF FUTURE GEOGRAPHY TEACHERS

The article determines that in the context of reforming modern geographical education, geography teachers face various challenges and problems related to the complication of access to educational services. It is proved that the use of distance learning, which is regulated by state educational documents, is an important mechanism for ensuring the continuity of the educational process. The paper notes that digital skills are an essential part of the professional competence of a geography teacher. Based on the analysis of numerous sources of scientific and pedagogical domestic and foreign literature, the author has developed and proposed his own model of components of technological conditions for the implementation of distance learning in geography, aimed at integrating new technologies. The essence of the components of the developed model is defined and substantiated. The learning management systems, video conferencing platforms and collaboration tools that belong to the software of distance learning in geography are characterised. The features of material and technical support and its components are outlined. The structure of the necessary methodological support and the problems of its development are determined. The importance of security and confidentiality as a condition for online learning is highlighted. Attention is paid to technical support and the main directions of its implementation are described. Attention is focused on the need for systematic and comprehensive compliance with certain technological conditions of distance learning, since its technical, methodological and informational components are integral parts of the online learning environment.

MODELING OF THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT IN THE TEACHER’S PROFESSIONAL AND PEDAGOGICAL ACTIVITY

The study substantiates the theoretical and methodological aspects of modeling the educational environment in the professional and pedagogical activity of a general secondary education teacher on the methodological basis of the humanistic-competence paradigm of general secondary education and the concept of the New Ukrainian School. The article’s purpose is to clarify the role and significance of the modeling method as a means of efficient professional and pedagogical activity of teachers in the educational environment of general secondary schools. The principles of individualization of educational services, conscious perspective, flexibility of educational influences, democratization, and dynamism of the educational process are emphasized in the process of applying the modeling method by the teacher. The objects of modeling in the teacher’s activity are model programs in teaching subjects, a system of aspect and subject lessons, a set of club activities, individual qualities and properties of students’ personalities, etc. The author proposes the stages of creating a pedagogical model and the algorithm of modeling in the teacher’s activity (setting a goal, selecting an object, formulating a subject, clarifying the normative support, choosing a theory that explains the content of the subject of modeling; substantiating the basic assumptions of simplifying a real object; constructing a model using theoretical foundations; model examination; studying the model using a pedagogical experiment; finalizing, adjusting and finalizing the model). It is concluded that the awareness of the principles of building a model of the educational environment of general secondary school, as well as the use of this knowledge as a theoretical basis for the general scheme of forming the content of the educational process will contribute to the successful implementation of efficient professional and pedagogical activities of teachers in an institution aimed at building a health-developing educational space.

Stakeholder-Based Optimal Indicators for Urban Sustainability Assessment in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Case Study from the City of Moundou in Chad

Over the last two decades, scientific studies have increasingly highlighted the vulnerability of cities to global changes, especially in sub-Saharan Africa, where climate phenomena and urbanization are intensifying. These realities necessitate a reassessment of current urban management models in order to reaffirm the central role of cities in promoting sustainability. In this context, establishing a robust scientific foundation for evaluating the transition processes of cities towards sustainability is essential. This article presents a methodology developed to select and validate indicators, taking into account local issues and the needs expressed by stakeholders. The research was conducted using a mixed-methods approach, which included a literature review, consultations with populations from five study districts, analysis of the indicator needs of development stakeholders, adoption of two methods, and validation of the indicators by a group of experts. The outcome of this research is a set of 20 indicators organized into five dimensions: environmental, social, economic, built environment, and cultural. The analysis of the proportional distribution of these indicators across dimensions reveals a notable predominance of the social dimension, which accounts for 35% of the indicators, including key indicators such as access to potable water, electricity, education, and healthcare services, inter alia. The environmental and built environment dimensions each comprise 20% of the indicators, encompassing indicators such as the preservation of natural resources, waste management, land use management, and flood management, among others. The economic and cultural dimensions represent 15% and 10% of the selected indicators, respectively. These data indicate that achieving sustainable urban development within the context of this study requires a focused effort on enhancing the performance of these indicators, with substantial efforts needed in the social domain. It is of paramount importance to incorporate these indicators into the decision-making processes related to urban development planning in Moundou and other cities in the region, as they provide valuable scientific insights crucial to the pursuit of sustainability.