Skills Of Students Research Articles

THE EFFECT OF USING YOUTUBE VIDEO ON THE STUDENTS’ ABILITY IN WRITING PROCEDURE TEXT AT THE SEVENTH GRADE OF SMP SWASTA TELADAN PEMATANGSIANTAR

The purpose of this study is to find out the impact of using YouTube videos on the procedural writing skills of seventh grade students at SMP Swasta Teladan Pematangsiantar. This study focuses on the use of YouTube videos as a tool for students' writing on the topic “Making a Drink.” This study uses quantitative research with a quasi-experimental research design from Creswell. The population of this study consisted of seventh grade students of SMP Swasta Teladan Pematangsiantar, a total of 64 students. The sample of this study was divided into two groups, namely the experimental class (VII-A), consisting of 32 students who used YouTube video as a medium, and the control class (VII-B), consisting of 32 students who used only the teacher's explanation. Data were collected using writing tests for the pre-test and the final test. The researcher found that the mean of the pre-test was 52.6 in the experimental group and 56.2 in the control group. The mean of the final test in the experimental group was 75.8 and 72.1 in the control group. The t-value was determined to be 2.416, while the t-value based on degrees of freedom (df) was 1.670 for a significance level of 0.05. Since the t-value is greater than the t-value (2.416>1.671). Therefore, it can be concluded that YouTube videos have a significant impact on seventh-grade students' ability of SMP Swasta Teladan Pematangsiantar to write procedural texts.

The development of critical thinking, team working, and communication skills in a business school–A project-based learning approach

This study presents a Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach – the Multidisciplinary Project I course (MPI) - conceived to improve critical thinking skills of first-year business students while also mobilizing teamwork and communication skills. The main goals are to 1) describe the methodological PBL approach of MPI and 2) analyze changes in critical thinking, team working, and communication skills during the semester (pre- and post-test) by comparing management and economics students enrolled in MP1 (n= 946) to a control group (n= 210) including students from other courses. Our findings show that, at the end of the semester, MPI students reported a greater reduction in their critical thinking difficulties and communication apprehension and improvements in teamwork skills. This study provides evidence supporting the inclusion of PBL approaches to promote skills in business students that can be transferable to real-world settings.

The British Parliamentary Debate Practices in Promoting English Speaking Proficiency: A Systematic Literature Review in Multiple EFL Cases

This systematic review of the literature explored the impact of The British Parliamentary Debate Practice from several studies. The present study focused on the way debate practice enhances students’ English-speaking abilities in an EFL context. The PRISMA method stages to search journal databases was used in this study. However, after an intensive selection process, the researcher found that 11 articles from 3 reputable databases such as Google Scholar, Scopus, and Semantic Scholar had the most relevant and suitable content to answer the purpose of this Systematic Review study. The research findings revealed that the implementation of British Parliamentary Debate in English language teaching is highly effective to improve speaking skill. Besides, through this learning method, several aspects such as; linguistic skill, vocabulary, self-confidence, and self-awareness of students at various levels of education can also be increased. The researcher also found that there are learning stages using British Parliamentary Debate that can be adapted by teachers to improve the teaching of students’ speaking skills such as AREL (Argument, Reasoning, Evidence, Link Back) technique. In addition, the current study includes a number of recommendations.

Implementation of an integrated pharmacy education system for pharmacy students: a controlled educational trial

BackgroundTraditional pharmacy education often relies on fragmented, subject-centered curricula, which may inadequately prepare students for the complexities of advanced healthcare. This study evaluates the effectiveness of an integrated pharmacy education approach in enhancing foundational knowledge and practical skills.MethodsAn integrated course focused on respiratory diseases was developed and implemented for final-year pharmacy students at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. The course utilized case-based learning and incorporated elements from various disciplines such as pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, and pharmaceutics. An educational controlled trial was conducted, comparing an intervention group (integrated course) with a control group (traditional course).ResultsSurvey results revealed that over 60% of students reported substantial improvements in their ability to manage respiratory cases. The intervention group demonstrated significantly higher clinical decision-making skills, with an average test score of 31.4 compared to 15.75 in the control group (p < 0.05). Student feedback highlighted the value of integrated education, advocating for its broader inclusion in the curriculum and the addition of more diverse topics and case studies.ConclusionsIntegrated pharmacy education, through a case-based approach, significantly enhances student competency and practical skills, better preparing them for real-world pharmacy practice. The study supports the implementation of integrated courses across pharmacy schools to develop curricula and improve educational outcomes. Future recommendations include continuous curriculum integration and expansion of topics to further enrich pharmacy education.

Handwriting Speed, Visual-Motor Skills, and Attitudes Toward Writing in the Context of Handwriting Legibility of Students with Learning Disabilities

Many studies on learning disability (LD) have focused on the reading skills of students; however, many students with LDs struggle with basic handwriting skills, which are fundamental for all ages in school and everyday functioning. The purpose of this study was to examine the handwriting legibility of students with LDs in conjunction with their handwriting speed, visual-motor skills, and attitudes toward writing. The sample included 75 third- to fourth-grade students in a metropolitan city in Türkiye. The assessment task aligned with the research purpose: for the students to copy the Turkish text, copy geometrical figures, and answer questions related to attitudes toward writing. Correlations among variables varied; however, the results confirmed that handwriting speed, visual-motor skills, and attitudes toward writing predicted the handwriting legibility of students with LDs. There are intricate relationships between handwriting speed, visual-motor skills, and attitudes toward writing. The results have implications for research and practice.

Exploration on the Excavation and Infiltration Path of Ideological and Political Elements in Wushu Teaching in Colleges and Universities

In developing Wushu teaching in colleges and universities, we should not only teach students skills and techniques, but more importantly, we should pay attention to spreading excellent Chinese traditional culture and instill core values in students. Through the infiltration of ideological and political elements in Wushu teaching, students ideological and political education can be realized, their cultural self-confidence can be enhanced, and their national identity can be enhanced. This paper first analyzes the significance of the excavation and infiltration of ideological and political elements in Wushu teaching in colleges and universities, and discusses the strategies of the infiltration of ideological and political elements in Wushu teaching, aiming at promoting the combination of ideological and political education and Wushu education and improving the overall quality of Wushu teaching.

Использование мультимодальных текстов для развития навыков говорения на русском языке у китайских студентов

Introduction. In the context of the development of cooperation between Russia and China, the importance of communication as a means of interethnic, intercultural and interpersonal communication is increasing. The search and creation of didactic tools for the more successful development of Chinese students' speaking skills in Russian, which are communicatively significant and difficult to master, are urgent tasks. The purpose of this article is to describe the extralinguistic causes of difficulties in developing the Russian speaking skills of Chinese students and to reveal the linguodidactic potential of multimodal texts for teaching speaking in Russian. Research methods include theoretical analysis, pedagogical observation and generalization of pedagogical experience. Results. The authors of the article identify as extralinguistic reasons for difficulties in developing skills among Chinese students: the isolation of textbooks from modern communication practice, a limited number of classroom hours, the written form of passing exams in Russian at Chinese universities, excessive dependence of students on translation programs and low motivation to speak. The authors conclude that the use of multimodal texts motivate students to speak in Russian by mobilizing various channels of information, topical issues, background information about Russian culture and creating a more relaxed and natural atmosphere in the classroom. Scientific novelty. The linguodidactic potential of using multimodal texts for the development of speaking skills is revealed. Practical significance. The use of multimodal texts will help the teacher to improve the level of Russian speaking skills of Chinese students, especially in the absence of a language environment.

Enhancing Students’ Abilities and Skills through Science Leaning Integrated STEM: A Systematic Literature Review

Integrated STEM learning is an appropriate approach to improve students' abilities and skills needed in the 21st century. Therefore, this literature study aims to discuss the effectiveness of integrated STEM implementation in science learning. The focus of this research includes integrated STEM implementation, effectiveness, and analysis of abilities and skills that can be improved through STEM integration. The method used in this literature study is a Systematic Literature Review, which includes several stages, namely Identification, Screening, and Included. The databases used include Springer, Taylor Francis, ERIC, and Google Scholar. This literature review article is limited to the last 8 years, from 2016 to 2023. After screening, 35 articles were obtained, which were used as literature material regarding the effectiveness of integrated STEM learning in science. The results of the study show that STEM implementation can be integrated with various learning models such as PjBL, PBL, Jigsaw, 5E-EDP, and 6E-Cycle. In addition, it can also be integrated with media, including interactive video, virtual labs, and mobile augmented reality. Integrated STEM has proven to be effective in improving students' abilities and skills. The student's abilities and skills include 4C skills, concept understanding and cognitive abilities, motivation, ICT and computational literacy, spatial and geographic thinking skills, and mathematical thinking skills.

Upper Secondary School Student Digital Information Fluency: A Second-Order Confirmatory Factor Analysis

This research aimed to investigate the components of digital information fluency (DIF) skills among high school students. The sample comprised 354 teachers from schools supervised by the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) Secondary Educational Service Area Offices (SEAOs), selected through multiple-stage random sampling. Their opinions concerning student DIF skills were collected via a questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and a 2nd -order confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). Results revealed a high overall level of opinion among technology teachers regarding student DIF skills, with Digital Data Communication (DDC) exhibiting the highest weight (β = 1.00, R2 = 1.00), followed by Digital Literacy (DL) (β = 0.97, R2 = 0.95), and Digital Information Management (DIM) (β = 0.91, R2 = 0.83). This study contributes to the literature by providing insights into the perception of DIF skills among teachers, shedding light on areas of emphasis in digital fluency education. Additionally, it offers valuable implications for curriculum development and teacher training programs aimed at enhancing students' digital literacy in today's information-rich environment.

The Effect of Project-Based Learning Models and Digital-Based Learning Media on Students' Work Skills in Accounting Subjects in SMK Negeri 1 Gorontalo City, Indonesia

Project Based Learning (PJBL) is a learning model that uses projects/activities as a means of learning to achieve attitude, knowledge and skill competencies. PJBL learning with the use of digital-based learning media is considered very important in improving student skills, especially in the digitalisation 4.0 era. This study aims to analyse the effect of using project-based learning models and digital-based learning media on student work skills in accounting subjects at SMK Negeri 1 Gorontalo City. This research uses a quantitative approach with causality. The type of data in this study is primary data through distributing questionnaires to students who are research samples to assess the effectiveness of learning using project-based learning models and digital-based learning media. The number of samples in this study were 156 students. The data analysis technique used is Multiple Regression with the help of SPSS version 21. The results of this study indicate that (1) the Project Based Learning (PjBL) learning model has a positive and significant effect on the work skills of students majoring in Accounting in Vocational High School (SMK) Negeri 1 Gorontalo City. (2) Digital-based learning media has a positive and significant effect on the employability skills of students majoring in Accounting in Gorontalo City. Based on these results, it can be a recommendation that the project-based learning model and digital-based learning media can be combined in order to increase student creativity in learning activities.

Case-based learning in undergraduate orthodontic education: A cross sectional study

Introduction Student centric learning approaches have been reported to be effective in introducing higher order cognitive skills required by the health professionals. However, learners’ perceptions must be constructively aligned with new learning interventions to achieve a positive impact on their learning. The aim of this study was to explore the learning experiences of undergraduate dental students with case-based learning in orthodontics. Methods A case-based learning model was introduced on orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning for final year students on a Bachelor of Dentistry programme toward the end of their academic year. A survey was conducted to explore the perceptions and experiences of the participants. The research instrument was based on a previously validated questionnaire and included information on demographics and consisted of 12 items aimed at evaluating the benefits and challenges of cased based learning. Results All 67 students in the final-year cohort participated in study, yielding a response rate of 100 percent. Participants across the board perceived CBL to be an effective strategy to learn the subject content and helpful in improving the students’ skills in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and team-working. CBL did not pose any significant challenges or barriers to student learning. Conclusion Participants reported high acceptance of CBL in orthodontic teaching and learning and a positive impact on their educational experiences. CBL was perceived to be an appropriate strategy to enhance the diagnostic, treatment planning and team-working skills of dental students.

A scientific research training programme for teaching biomedical students to identify the horizontal transfer of antibiotic resistance genes.

Worldwide prevalence of multi-antibiotic resistant bacteria is rapidly increasing, and the education of undergraduates and graduates about antibiotic resistance and its associated horizontal gene transfer is critical in the general effort to confront the spread of antibiotic resistance. In this study, a deeper understanding of antibiotic resistance and horizontal gene transfer was achieved by biomedical undergraduate students through a scientific research programme. The enthusiasm of students to participate in the training programme was very high, and results revealed that each student could identify the antibiotic resistance integrative and conjugative element from the Stenotrophomonas maltophilia MER1 genome. Each student could also draw the phylogenetic relationship of the antibiotic resistance integrative and conjugative element. In addition, students proved the horizontal transfer of antibiotic resistance genes from S. maltophilia MER1 to Escherichia coli strain 25DN through conjugation and PCR assays. Each group of students was able to obtain the expected results, indicating that the outcome of the scientific research programme was highly reproducible. This programme improved the theoretical knowledge about antibiotic resistance and horizontal gene transfer and the research skills of biomedical sciences students. Through this programme, students learned that antibiotic resistance genes can be horizontally transferred among different bacteria, laying a solid foundation for students to value the importance of the appropriate use of antibiotics in their future work and life.

Exploring Climate Change Problem-Solving Skills Among Junior High Students: An Empirical Analysis from Madura

This study aims to explore the problem-solving skills of junior high school students in Madura in relation to climate change issues. Understanding these skills is crucial for preparing students to tackle environmental challenges effectively.Methodology A descriptive quantitative approach was employed, collecting data from 63 students through a set of problem-solving skill indicators. The indicators measured various aspects of students' abilities to understand, devise plans, carry out those plans, and reflect on their solutions to climate-related problems. The results indicate that 73% of students fall into the low category of problem-solving skills, while only 27% demonstrate moderate skills. Notably, no students achieved high or very high ratings. Specific analysis revealed that students exhibited a moderate understanding of problems but showed low performance in devising plans, executing those plans, and reflecting on their outcomes. These findings highlight significant gaps in students' problem-solving capabilities concerning climate change. The low proficiency across various indicators suggests a need for enhanced educational strategies to develop these essential skills. The analysis indicates that without targeted interventions, students may struggle to effectively address the complexities of climate issues.

The Impact of Using the Brainstorming Method on the Listening Skills of Tenth Grade Students

This study explored the impact using the brainstorming method on the listening skills of tenth grade students. To meet the study’s goals, the researchers adopted the experimental approach. They developed an instrument (i.e. listening skills test). This test consists from twenty (20) multiple choice items. The sample consists from 143 female and male 10th grade students. Those students were chosen from Marka, Amman. The researchers chose the sample through using the cluster random method. The data were collected during the first semester of the academic year (2023 / 2024). The sampled students were chosen from four sections. Two sections serve as the experimental group and two sections serve as the control group. It was found that there are significant differences between the experimental and control groups in terms of the mean score on the post-test. It was found that there are significant differences between the scores of the respondents which can be attributed to gender for the favor of males. Based on the results, the researchers recommend using the brainstorming method in curricula and the teachers’ guidebook. They recommend conducting further studies to identify the impact of the brainstorming method on other language skills and other students. Received: 14 July 2024 / Accepted: 27 October 2024 / Published: 05 November 2024

Secondary School Students' Digital Literacy Skills, Social Media Addictions and Attitudes to Social Media Use

The aim of this study is to determine the digital literacy skills of secondary school students and their social media addictions and attitudes towards social media use. Descriptive survey model was used in the study. Convenient sampling method was used to determine the study group. The research was conducted on 327 volunteer middle school students within the borders of Amasya province in the 2022-2023 academic year. Data were collected using the digital literacy scale, social media addiction scale and social media attitude scale. Descriptive analysis, independent sample t test, one-way analysis of variance, correlation test and simple linear regression analysis were used in data analysis. According to the results of the analysis, it was seen that students' digital literacy skills and attitudes towards social media were at a medium level, and their social media addiction levels were at a low level. It was concluded that social media addiction was predicted by attitudes towards social media use and digital literacy skills.

Comparison and AI-based prediction of graph comprehension skills based on the visual strategies of first-year physics and medicine students

Graphical representations of data are common in many disciplines. Previous research has found that physics students appear to have better graph comprehension skills than students from social science disciplines, regardless of the task context. However, the graph comprehension skills of physics students have not yet been compared with (veterinary) medicine students, both of which are disciplines that require multiple science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses. This study extends previous research on this subject by exploring whether physics majors possess superior graph comprehension skills due to their study discipline. Here, participants solved 24 graph comprehension tasks across various subjects, including mathematics, physics, and medicine; these tests were conducted at the beginning and end of their first semester. Graph comprehension gain was calculated based on the percentage of correct and incorrect answers in the pretest and the post-test. In addition to these comparisons, we replicated previous research that successfully distinguished correct and incorrect solvers based on their visual behavior by using a novel machine-learning method tailored to small datasets. Through this replication of statistical analyses, we aim to ensure the reliability of adaptive learning systems in the future, regardless of data size, using the same machine-learning method. Physics and medical students were found to exhibit relatively similar graph comprehension gain; this is in contrast to previous research comparing physics and non-STEM students. Our results also revealed that both physics and medical students use similar visual strategies to solve these tasks. However, correct and incorrect solvers could be distinguished via machine-learning methods regardless of their discipline. Our research suggests that visual behavior is a good predictor of graph comprehension skills. Published by the American Physical Society 2024

Implementation and evaluation of a mobile application to support occupational therapy education

Purpose This study aims to evaluate the usability and effectiveness of a mobile application, ValTO, designed to enhance communication and professional reasoning skills in occupational therapy students through a case-based learning approach. Design/methodology/approach A descriptive exploratory study was conducted with 32 second-year occupational therapy students. The usability of the app was assessed using the Mobile Application Rating Scale and the System Usability Scale, complemented by the University of Oviedo’s Learning Satisfaction Survey. Findings The majority of students (77.8%) rated the app above average on the System Usability Scale, with 50% scoring it as excellent. Mobile Application Rating Scale scores revealed high ratings across functionality, aesthetics and information quality, with a significant correlation between app usability and user satisfaction. Increased student satisfaction was also observed in the Learning Satisfaction Survey compared to previous years. Originality/value ValTO integrates modern mobile health tools into occupational therapy education, enhancing students’ decision-making skills in an innovative, real-world context. This study contributes to the growing body of research on mobile health applications in educational settings, demonstrating their potential to improve both student engagement and learning outcomes.

Development of Pupils', Students' and Cadets Value Attitude to Health-Preserving Activities by Means of Combat Horting

The co-authors of the scientific publication carried out the research and described the results by means of a survey of 9th grade athletes from 34 sports clubs in Ukraine (n=807), research students of the State Institution Luhansk Taras Shevchenko National University (n=92), and practicing students of the State Tax University (n=32), who were involved in the development of mini-projects on health promotion activities, conducting training in combat horting in natural conditions, experimental extracurricular health activities, writing qualification papers on the topic of research and participating in conferences of various levels, including international ones, monitoring activities during combat horting classes and extracurricular activities). The aim of the study is to practically test the efficiency of educating pupils', students' and cadets value attitude to health-preserving activities by means of combat horting. The basis of the study was the development of research skills through the method of analyzing student researchers; improvement of practical skills of pupils and students who participated as combat sport athletes and student practitioners, assistant coaches from 2020 to 2024. Results of the research. The co-authors of the research group developed and implemented a set of goals for educating pupils', students' and cadets to cultivate a value-based attitude to health promotion; developed questionnaires and conducted a survey among pupils and students; identified components, criteria and indicators for developing a value-based attitude of pupils', students' and cadets to health promotion; and presented practical recommendations. Moreover, the respondents acted as coaches, which promoted the development of soft skills and the ability of teamwork. Conclusions: This study contributed to the coordination of teamwork between pupils, students, teachers/coaches; aimed at improving the quality of professional and practical training of higher education students and their career development. Consequently, it is necessary to focus on the practical component of educational and research activities in higher education institutions, improvement of the educational and training process in sports clubs of Ukraine, based on the domestic and foreign experience of prominent experts.

Learning Opportunities for Solving Context-Based Calculus Tasks in Nepal’s High School Mathematics Textbooks

ABSTRACT A vital skill for students to acquire in school mathematics involves solving problems embedded within real-world contexts. The extent to which students achieve intended learning outcomes largely depends on whether textbooks offer opportunity-to-learn (OTL) the assessed concepts and skills. The National Assessment of Students’ Achievements (NASA) reveals a significant deficiency in the performance of Nepali students in solving context-related problems. We conducted a content analysis of the most commonly adopted Nepali mathematics textbooks for grades XI and XII to assess the OTL they afford for tackling context-related problems in calculus. Results show that almost all mathematical concepts were introduced without providing related contexts, and around 95% of worked examples and exercise problems did not have any context and offered little or no opportunities for modeling and mathematization. Although most of the contexts presented in the problems were categorized as real and essential, the cognitive demands of many tasks were lower. The investigated textbooks were not necessarily aligned with Nepal’s updated National Mathematics Curriculum (2018), which underscores the integration of mathematics with real-world applications. Results of this study indicate that the limited access to quality mathematics textbooks might be a significant barrier hindering students’ ability to solve context-related problems.

Language and Literature Education Field: Some Aspects of Teaching in Primary Schools of National Minorities

The article explores teaching tools and certain aspects of teaching the Ukrainian language in primary grades, focusing on the instruction in the language of indigenous peoples/national minorities in general secondary education institutions in Ukraine and abroad. It presents the experiences of teachers, methodologists, authors of educational and methodological materials, and contemporary domestic and foreign scholars, based on a comparative analysis. Current trends in publishing textbooks and teaching aids are examined. The article highlights the experiences of Ukrainian and foreign educators regarding the relevance of educational support and the potential for engaging each child in meaningful individual and socially significant educational, research, and inquiry activities. It is determined that in textbooks and aids for the Ukrainian language and reading for grades 1-4, a concept has been pre-planned that considers the specifics of all sections and topics of the language and reading curriculum. The article proves that independent work effectively integrates the content of the studied material from language and literature, allowing for quick comprehension of the textbook, section, or topic, as well as enabling students to read and provide correct answers, with appropriate recommendations formulated. It is noted that modern realities require working with digital textbooks, necessitating additional teacher training to utilize them effectively. The article identifies the problems and prospects for further research, which include the development of digital skills for students and teachers, the need for educational institutions to be equipped with digital devices, and the formation of motivation among students, teachers, and parents for learning the Ukrainian language both in Ukraine and abroad.