Student Activities Research Articles

Dynamics of Mental Regulation of Psychological States in Various Conditions of Educational Activity of Students

Dynamics of Mental Regulation of Psychological States in Various Conditions of Educational Activity of Students

Parents' income has influence on levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviour of junior high school student

This study aims to determine physical activity (PA level) and sedentary behavior (SB level) in students with various parents' income levels. This study used a cross-sectional design. The subjects used in this study were 900 students from 10 schools and ten cities in East Java, Indonesia. Data on students' parents' income were grouped into five categories based on their income level (very low: n = 360; low: n = 231; medium: n = 123; high: n = 79; very high: n = 107). The research instruments used were the Children’s Physical Activity Questionnaire (CPAQ) to measure the level of physical activity (PA level) and the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) to measure the level of sedentary behavior (SB level). The results of the Mann-Whitney statistical test showed significant differences in PA level and SB level between the very low-income group of parents and the low, medium, high, and very high-income groups (p<0.05). In conclusion, the higher the level of parental income, the better the students' physical activity, and the lower their sedentary behaviour. Keywords: Family monthly income, physical activity, sedentary behavior, junior high school student

The Positive Impact of Participation in Student Sports Community Activities of Zhangjiajie Aviation College in China on the Mental Health of College Students

This article aims to explore the positive impact of participation in student sports club activities of Zhangjiajie Aviation College in China on the mental health of college students. Through a questionnaire survey, the data of 300 college students were collected, and statistical analysis methods were used to deeply analyze the relationship between the frequency and type of participation in sports community activities and the mental health status of students. The research results show that universities that actively participate in sports community activitiesBorn in emotional stability, social ability, self-awareness and stress coping, etc. have all shown significant positive changes. This article further analyzes the specific mechanisms of these positive effects, and puts forward suggestions to promote students' participation in sports clubs and improve mental health.

Implementasi Model Project Based Learning Menggunakan Mind Map terhadap Keterampilan 4C Geografi Siswa Kelas X Fase E SMAN 15 Padang

Geography, as a discipline that studies the interaction between humans and the environment, as well as physical phenomena on Earth, plays an important role in developing 4C skills (Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Creativity). However, many students still face challenges in applying 4C skills in geography learning. These challenges include a lack of student participation, as seen from their minimal involvement in class discussions, which hinders the development of communication and collaboration skills. This issue is often caused by low self-confidence or insufficient understanding of the material. Additionally, students frequently struggle with critical thinking, particularly in identifying and analyzing complex geographical problems. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative, with the subjects selected using purposive sampling, resulting in a sample of Class X Phase E 8. Data collection was carried out using assessment rubrics in terms of attitudes, knowledge, and skills to evaluate student activities in creating Mind Maps. The results of this study show that the assessment of Mind Mapping, using the Project-Based Learning model, yielded an overall average score of 81.72, categorized as good, and positively impacted the development of students' 4C skills. Students demonstrated creativity (C6) by creating Mind Maps, which reflect their ability to think critically and creatively, core aspects of Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTs). Furthermore, they showed improved communication and collaboration abilities in learning, thus achieving the 4C skills.

Slow and Steady or Fast and Furious: An Analysis of Completion Duration in open.uom.lk

The open.uom.lk platform is an open learning platform developed by the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, offering free asynchronous online IT related courses. The platform was developed as an initiative to meet the growing human capital requirement of the IT industry in Sri Lanka, one of the only sectors showing strong growth even during the country’s recent economic crisis. In the two years since the release of its flagship course Trainee Full-Stack Developer, there have been over 270,000 enrolled learners. The course consists of six subjects covering Python programming, web design, and a professional practice module that includes a capstone project. Despite the massive number of enrollments, as in many other MOOCs, completion rates remain low. For instance, for the two beginner courses in programming and web design, into which all participants are enrolled automatically, completion rates stand at 7-10%. Completion rates for subsequent subjects are higher given that enrollment is conditional on completing prerequisites. From a planning perspective, it is not just estimates of how many participants complete the programs but also the time they take to do so that are integral for determining the future growth of the IT industry. As such, this study aims to develop a model for course completion using survival analysis which has the advantage of being able to model censored data (e.g. when duration is unknown due to non-completion) and provide forecasts of completion rates at different points in time. The analysis uses student activity completion reports and demographic information of participants including employment and educational background. The findings suggest that the course interaction variables, particularly the speed of completing early activities, are more important for predicting course completion than the demographic variables, though education and employment status are also significantly correlated with completion. The survival model could then be used for purposes of predicting both the completion probability as well as the timeframe within which the completion may be expected.

Faktor-Faktor yang Berpengaruh pada Kematangan Karir Mahasiswa di Era Digital

The career maturity of graduates determines their success in working according to their education. Career maturity conditions can show that students have reached career maturity according to the stage of career development. Career maturity is important for students to plan studies and careers that suit their abilities, interests and talents This research aims to find out what factors influence career maturity in students. This research uses a literature study which uses 9 scientific articles with themes related to student career maturity. From the research results, it is known that the factors that influence student career maturity include the dimensions of student attitudes such as work ethic, level of student knowledge and understanding, knowledge of talents and interests, student willingness to compromise regarding the future, student self-confidence, efficacy students themselves, as well as work experience and strength evaluations can predict student career maturity. Furthermore, factors that are considered not influential are student gender and activeness in organizations. The research conclusion is that student career maturity is generally in various categories starting from low to quite high career maturity categories which can be influenced by various factors that influence it. The implications of this research can be used by students as a reference for developing their careers in the digital era

COURSE «MANAGING CONFLICTS IN CRISIS CONDITIONS» IN THE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING SYSTEM OF SPECIALTIES 053 «PSYCHOLOGY»

The article presents an analysis of the theoretical and methodological aspects of teaching the educational discipline «Managing conflicts in crisis conditions». The role of the academic discipline in the system of professional training of students who obtain a master's degree in the specialty 053 «Psychology is determined». The goal of the educational discipline is determined, which consists of acquiring competences in resolving conflicts, developing the ability to predict and control conflict situations in difficult life conditions, and promoting significant progress on the path of professional improvement. The dominant tasks of studying the discipline are highlighted: getting closer to the understanding of the professional necessity of in-depth study of the nature of the emergence and development of various conflicts; identifying the causes of conflicts; using different tactics, and conflict resolution technologies; mastering psychological techniques for getting out of conflict situations. It is noted that the educational material of the discipline «Managing conflicts in crisis conditions» is divided into two content modules, namely: 1. Basics of conflict theory; content module 2. Conflict management in crisis conditions. It is emphasized that the lectures on the discipline «Management of conflicts in crisis conditions» are conducted taking into account the problematic nature, dialogic communication, activation of the thinking and speaking activity of the master's students, namely: lecture-discussions with posing problematic questions, which help to direct the attention of the master's students to the key issues of the topic of the lecture session. A description of the tasks that master's students perform during practical classes is provided. An important place in the process of psychological training of future specialists in crisis psychology is given to the use of multimedia tools. It is proven that mastering the discipline «Management of conflicts in crisis conditions» by master's students is important in the professional formation of a specialist in crisis psychology, as it provides the necessary knowledge and skills to manage conflicts in difficult life situations and reduces the psychological suffering of people experiencing crises. We see the prospects for further study of the problem in the generalization of innovative approaches to improving the professional competence of future specialists in crisis psychology. Keywords: conflict, conflict management, specialist in crisis psychology, crisis, difficult living conditions, competencies, master's degree, independent work

Exploring Mathematical Problem-Solving Through Process Mining: Insights from Large-Scale Assessment Log Data

In this study, we explore the application of process mining techniques on assessment log data to explore problem-solving strategies in Algebra. By analyzing sequences of student activities, we demonstrate the significant potential of process mining in identifying problem-solving strategies that lead to successful and unsuccessful outcomes. Our findings reveal that students who successfully solve the problem tend to follow one of three structured strategies, displaying a systematic process in filling the boxes of a Pascal’s triangle. Conversely, those who falter often start with a correct strategy but deviate by inserting incorrect values, especially in central boxes. Further analysis provides insights into the strategies and potential misconceptions among students from various disability groups. Notably, autistic students exhibit unique patterns, such as initiating the solution from the triangle’s right side, contrary to the common left-to-right strategy, and consistently applying this approach even when errors occur.

ENHANCING STUDENTS SPEAKING SKILL THROUGH DEMONSTRATION STRATEGY AT BHINNEKA NUSANTARA VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BEKASI

Enhancing Students Speaking Skill Through Demonstration Strategy at Bhinneka Nusantara Vocational School Bekasi. This research aims to improve the speaking skills of Bhinneka Nusantara Vocational High School students by using the demonstration method. The subject of this research was used for all students at Bhinneka Nusantara Vocational High School Bekasi. This research used the Classroom Action Research Method. A method whose implementation was carried out to find out problems in the learning process and steps that teachers could use to improve the quality of learning. The research instruments are observations, questionnaires, exercise, daily tests and interviews. The data obtained from this Classroom Action Research Method is in the form of student activity and learning outcomes in each cycle. After carrying out the action, processing/analysis is then carried out on the data obtained from carrying out the action. Therefore, from this data it can be concluded that the application of the demonstration method can improve the speaking skills of Bhinneka Nusantara Vocational High School students.

Learning Tools on Literacy and Numeracy to Enhance Students' Critical Thinking Skills

This study seeks to describe the validity and practicality of learning tools, as well as to assess the effectiveness of literacy and numeracy-based learning tools. The study was conducted in an IX-grade class at SMP State 1 Kabila Junior High School, Bone Bolango Regency, involving 30 students. This development research utilized the Borg and Gall development model, modified by Sugiono, and focused on learning tools that include lesson plans, student worksheets, learning media, and test instruments. Data were collected using validation sheets, learning implementation sheets, student activity sheets, critical thinking tests, and student response questionnaires. The data obtained were analyzed by calculating the percentage of each score. The results showed that the teacher activity score averaged 89.75, while student activity was categorized as very good, with an average score of 94.5. Student responses were categorized as very good, with 49% of students strongly agreeing and 51% agreeing. Students' critical thinking abilities, measured through n-gain, were categorized as moderate to high. The analysis of the critical thinking test results also indicated improvements in every critical thinking indicator. Keywords: Literacy, Numeracy, Critical Thinking

Activation of Students' Cognitive Activity through Physical and Health-Improving Activities

The methodology for developing cognitive activity through physical and health-improving activities is thoroughly examined for primary school students. Regarding the methodology for developing cognitive activity through physical and health-improving activities for middle school students, there are practically few developments, and recommendations are often given in a general form. Thus, the issue of the impact of physical and health- improving activities on the cognitive activity of middle school students is still largely unexplored and has not yet received scientific substantiation. The article determines the influence of the level of physical working capacity on the cognitive activity of 6th-grade students. A method for activating cognitive activity through small forms of physical culture is presented. The study involved the analysis of literary sources and internet resources; analysis of students' academic performance; research on physical working capacity; speed of thinking; determination of the average academic score; mathematical statistics methods using the SPSS program: the Kolmogorov-Smirnov one-sample test; Pearson correlation.

A data-driven minimum cost consensus model for group decision making with personality traits prediction

The minimum cost consensus model (MCCM) proposes an effective method for reaching group consensus in group decision-making problems. Conventional MCCM and its advanced models focus on the different behaviors and psychologies of decision-makers, but, it ignores the heterogeneity of decision-makers that activated them. Therefore, they need to assume the compromise limits and unit adjustment costs of decision-makers, which may be difficult to achieve in practice. To resolve this problem, this study will propose a novel data-driven minimum cost consensus model of different compromise limits and unit costs based on online Big Five personality traits prediction. First, this study uses the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and Bi-directional Long-Short Term Memory model (BiLSTM) to obtain the decision-maker's probability of agreeableness based on their Weibo online reviews. Second, a novel minimum cost consensus model considering the decision-maker's personality traits (MCCM-P) is established. To do that, the unit adjustment cost and the personalized compromise limits of decision-makers and their interrelations are defined based on the personality traits prediction. Finally, the MCCM-P is applied in a real group decision-making case study of a university student club activity selection. The result and comparative analysis show that the proposed MCCM model can obtain lower consensus reaching costs than the traditional method.

Sports and activity games as a means of increasing the motive activity of educators

At the current stage, the problem of insufficient movement mode of the participants of the educational process, which negatively affects their physical development and the state of mental processes, in particular: feeling, perception, thinking, memorization, attention, needs special attention. This fact reduces the success of studies to some extent. Therefore, it is necessary to look for ways to use such means of motor activity that would contribute to the improvement of the physical and psychological condition of students. The goal is to reveal the peculiarities of the use of mobile and sports games in the educational process of physical education in higher education institutions as a means of improving the motor activity of students. Research results. The expediency of using the sports and game method in the process of physical education of students, which provides sufficient physical activity and contributes to strengthening health, forms moral and willpower qualities of the individual, is revealed. A rich arsenal of sports games, including basketball, volleyball, mini-football, their nature, structure and intensity are highlighted. It is noted that with the help of sports games, students develop important physical qualities: strength, speed, dexterity, endurance, consolidate and improve various skills and abilities in walking, running, jumping. Attention is paid to the careful selection of mobile games, taking into account the physical fitness and interests of students, their capabilities, which will make it possible to diversify classes and form the necessary motor skills. Conclusions. The use of the sports and game method in physical education classes contributes to the comprehensive development of the student's personality, as it causes positive emotions, a sense of satisfaction, cheerfulness, activity, and has a positive effect on physical and mental development.

The Role of Organizations in Developing Students' Soft Skills at UKM SINTALARAS UNM

The Student Activity Unit for Environmental Lovers at Makassar State University is one of the organizations within the scope of Makassar State University which is very important to know about its role in developing the soft skills of its members. Data obtained through interviews with 9 informants were divided into 3 types, namely key informants, namely alumni, expert informants, namely demissioners, then additional informants, namely administrators. The aim of this research is to determine the role of student organizations in developing student soft skills in the Student Activity Unit for Environmental Lovers at Makassar State University. The results of the research show that the Makassar State University Student Activities Unit for Environmental Lovers in Harmony has a role in developing the soft skills of students who are members of this organization. Activities in the Student Activity Unit organization for Environmental Lovers at Makassar State University indirectly develop the soft skills of students who are members of this organization.

Competition between small groups of students during Cultural studies classes as means of enhancing their motivation when learning a foreign language

Importance. The article focuses on the issues of enhancing linguist students’ motivation of studying a foreign language on the example of a “Cultural studies” course on the training profile “Interpreter/ Translator in cross-cultural communication”. A number of conditions in organizing the process of studying that contribute to enhancing motivation of students when studying a foreign language have been found.Research methods. Among the methods, used in the current study, one may distinguish theoretical methods (analysis of special literature on psychology, pedagogics and methods of teaching foreign languages in terms of motivation to more efficient studying process) as well as practical methods (forming experiment, observation and carrying a survey).Results and discussion. As a result of the analysis of theoretical and methodological material on motivation to studying process there have been elicited certain methods, techniques and forms of studying process – active questioning, work in small groups of students, competition between groups of students, introspection. The authors of this article have worked out a survey, aimed at accessing the level of motivation. The results of the forming experiment are presented in the practical part of the article. It was possible to make a conclusion on the effectiveness of changing the types of students’ activities as well as the role of diverse forms of work during classes. The study proved that these factors influence the students’ motivation. The experiment also showed that student collective creative activity in small groups is the most effective when compared to other types of activities.Conclusion. The results of the carried experiment can serve as methodological recommendations on seminars in High school.

INDICATORS OF OCULOMOTOR ACTIVITY AND CEREBRAL HEMODYNAMICS IN STUDENTS WITH DIFFERENT TYPES OF AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM REACTIVITY IN COGNITIVE TASK PERFORMANCE

Background. The current stage of human development is characterized by high dynamics of knowledge accumulation, acceleration of social and technical development. The need to study psychophysiological characteristics of cognitive activity with time limitation increases under these conditions. Time limit can make activity more efficient or less effective. Purpose. To study indicators of oculomotor activity and cerebral hemodynamics of students with different types of autonomic nervous system reactivity during cognitive activity. Materials and methods. The study involved 110 students of the Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M.V. Lomonosov took part in the study (average age of students 19.0±0.5 years). To identify specific features of ensuring cognitive activity in different time conditions, the type of reactivity of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) was determined in the subjects using the VNS-Spectrum computer complex (Neurosoft). Students performed cognitive tasks without and with time limits. At the same time, eye movements were recorded using the stationary binocular eye tracking system iView X™ RED, 500 Hz, and cerebral hemodynamic parameters were recorded using the Reo-Spectrum 2 hardware and software complex (Neurosoft). The efficiency of cognitive activity of the participants was also assessed. Statistical analysis was performed using the application package IBM SPSS Statistics 22.0. Results. Students with different types of reactivity of the autonomic nervous system had different effectiveness of cognitive activity without time limitation and with time limitation. Students with a sympathotonic type of autonomic reactivity had a higher result in processing visual information under time pressure. These students had more stable statistical relationships between the parameters of oculomotor activity and cerebral hemodynamics. Representatives with a vagotonic type of reactivity of the autonomic nervous system had the lowest rates of success in cognitive activity. These students showed less stable structure of statistical relationships between oculomotor activity and cerebral hemodynamics Conclusion. General and specific changes in cerebral hemodynamics and oculomotor activity, features of the effectiveness of cognitive activity under time constraints in young people with different types of autonomic nervous system reactivity were identified.

A mixed-method investigation of faculty perspectives on the benefits and challenges of engaging in student partnership activities in science

There is a growing interest within higher education to engage with students as partners to reposition students from consumers to producers of knowledge. The purpose of this study was to gather insights into the benefits, barriers/challenges, and best practices for engaging in student-faculty partnership activities for science faculty members. Supervising or working with graduate teaching assistants, working with students on university committees, collaborating with undergraduate or graduate students on a new or existing research project, and co-authoring manuscripts with graduate students were regarded as the most impactful partnership activities. Common benefits of student partnership activities included: collaboration and relationship building, broadening perspectives and gaining feedback, personal satisfaction, and institutional and career-related benefits. Common barriers/challenges reported were interpersonal dynamics and maintaining relationships, student management, and external influences. Best practices consisted of planning and setting expectations, developing students’ agency, using open communication, and facilitating peer-to-peer collaboration and peer mentoring.

Design of Facial Expressions Recognition for Academic Presence By Using Backpropagation Artificial Neural Networks Based on Principal Components Analysis

There are 4,004 universities in Indonesia where each university needs data to find out student activities, one of which is through attendance. Some universities in Indonesia still use manual attendance systems and attendance systems through the website. This system has several obstacles that require solutions. Therefore, a more concise system is needed to assist students in filling in the attendance. This research aims to make a design to make academic presence for students by using neural network. There are many methods that can be used to create this system including using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) based on Backlpropagation Neural Network (BNN) because it can help the system perform faster and more accurately without losing important information. After carrying out a series of steps of algorithm designed for student attendance, we get the recognition of facial image expressions by using ANN Backpropagation and recognition of facial image expression with PCA.

Improving assessment for work-based learning and degree apprenticeships in business through a co-designed peer review process

Involving students in peer review has substantial benefits for students’ learning and development and, more pragmatically, for staff workload. This paper reports on a student-led effort to co-design a peer review formative assessment task. The assessment is part of a personal development module within a higher education degree apprenticeship programme delivered via blended mode by a business school in South-East England. This case study on student-staff partnership offers a description of the process and a reflection on the impacts from both the student and staff perspective. It suggests that student co-design and peer review activities complement work-based learning, effectively bringing the prior experiences and academic skills of mature/professional students into the classroom.

Project Technologies in the Practical Course of the Russian Language in the Formation of Research Qualities of University Students

Nowadays, the role of science in the learning process of students is becoming more and more important. This is due to the fact that in recent years there has been an increase in the volume of research work, and there has been a change in the educational paradigm, in which the basic academic knowledge is no longer the only necessary capital, which leads to an increase in self-development in professional activities. Research work of students is one of the most important means of improvement of quality of education and training of specialists with higher education, capable of creative application in practice of the latest achievements of scientific, technical and cultural progress in modern conditions. Project technologies develop cognitive skills of students, their ability to independently construct their knowledge, ability to navigate in the information space, critical and creative thinking. In the article the authors define the importance of the use of the project method for the development of research activity of students. The stages and steps of implementation of this method are also given.