Fellow Students Research Articles

Post COVID-19 – Students’ Expectations of HyFlex Learning Opportunities

Posterior to COVID-19, many universities have returned to ordinary classroom education. Recognizing the impact of the isolation in the form of psychological strain, one of the takes were to return to on campus education to secure follow up and the personal contact with lecturers and fellow students. However, in some studies, the COVID-19 paved the way for combinations of ways of studying that many students had been waiting for. Hence, returning to an on-campus solution is not an option. Each year after the COVID-19 we have done investigations into “if” and “why” the students prefer a HyFlex solution and many of the same answers keeps being repeated: home situation, work situation and travel costs. The last investigations have also included “sustainability” as a reason for not attending classes physically. Through our mixed methods approach to collecting data, we will present and discuss our findings and the trend in the longitudinal study.

Optimalisasi Daya Saing UMKM Jeje Jangek Melalui Literasi Keuangan Digital di Desa Tanjung Gusta

Implementation of Real Work Lectures is one manifestation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, namely empowerment and community service. On this occasion the author carried out Real Work Lecture activities in Tanjung Gusta Village with the main program headline being the socialization of financial literacy to micro, small and medium business actors, especially fish cracker or jangek cracker business actors. The approach used consists of three methods, namely observation, interviews and documentation. The main work program implemented was visiting business actors making skin crackers to socialize about financial literacy and digital promotion. Then the author also held two supporting work programs, namely the socialization of financial literacy education and sharia investment, the main focus of which was on education about investment and financial management and the second was the implementation economic market day for elementary school students with the aim of cultivating students' talents and interests in the field of entrepreneurship. Both the main and supporting work programs were carried out well and without significant obstacles due to support from Tanjung Gusta Village officials, the community and fellow students who worked together to make the work program successful.

Innovating Against Odds: A Medical Student's Research Journey in a Resource-Constrained Environment

"You need not know the R in Research to embark on the journey; a strong motivation is enough to set things in motion and let the journey unfold naturally." In this article, I share my journey as a medical student starting research in a Resource-Constrained Environment. I talk about the learning curve, milestones, setbacks, and presenting my research work. I've created a simple guide for fellow students in similar situations to do impactful research. Beyond studies, the shared journey with my research partner formed a lasting bond, showing how teamwork fosters understanding and innovation. I also discuss institutional barriers, especially the toxic research culture not talked about much. I stress the importance of raising awareness about these challenges for medical students and the need for a supportive and ethical research environment. It's crucial to create a space where aspiring researchers can thrive without unethical practices, emphasizing the value of knowledge pursuit over personal ambitions.

The Impact of Technology-Based Learning on Student Engagement and Achievement in the Digital Era

This study aims to analyze the influence of technology-based learning on student engagement and achievement in the digital era. The development of information and communication technology has changed the way of learning and teaching, so that universities are required to adopt new approaches that are more in line with the needs of students in the digital era. This study uses a quantitative method with a survey design to collect data from 200 students involved in the technology-based learning process in various study programs. The instruments used include a questionnaire to measure the level of student engagement and analysis of academic results to assess their achievements. The results of the study indicate that technology-based learning significantly increases student engagement, both in terms of active participation in class and interaction with fellow students and lecturers. In addition, the use of technology in learning also contributes positively to improving student academic achievement. These findings indicate that technology integration in higher education can be an effective strategy to encourage deeper engagement and better achievement among students. This study recommends a broader and more strategic implementation of technology-based learning to improve the quality of education in the digital era.

A place to call our home: innovative rural physical therapy training in Canada

BackgroundTo promote rural practice and increase enrollment in the entry-level Master of Science Physical Therapy program at the University of Alberta, the Department of Physical Therapy developed a rural physical therapy satellite campus located in a farming region in central Alberta. A distributed learning format was used to connect the rural cohort to the main urban campus. Real time video conferencing was used to connect the two campuses for all lectures, seminars and clinical skills classes. This evaluation aimed to describe a unique rural training program for physical therapy students and its effectiveness in promoting work in rural communities after graduation.MethodsPhysical Therapy students in the first three years (2012–2015) of commencing the rural satellite program (n = 280) were surveyed, and six focus groups were held to capture student experiences, satisfaction and engagement. Data were collected on employment locations of the 2012–2019 graduates’ first physical therapy position and current employment.ResultsSurvey results suggested comparable levels of satisfaction and engagement for all physical therapy students regardless of campus. Focus group data revealed that students quickly accepted the distributed learning technological interface, enjoyed their local campuses, and felt connected to instructors and student colleagues. Compared to the overall physical therapy workforce, a higher percentage of physical therapists graduating from the rural campus reported working in rural centers for both their first and current jobs.ConclusionRegardless of campus, students were satisfied and equally engaged in the physical therapy program. Students who completed the physical therapy program in a rural setting tended to work rurally after graduation. A distributed learning model may be useful for other healthcare training programs to promote engagement in rural health.

The Influence of Self-Efficacy and Social Support on Adolescent Self-Adjustment in Islamic Boarding Schools

This research aims to explain the impact of self-efficacy and social support on the adjustment of new female students at the Darul Qur'an Wal-Hadist Sekotong Islamic Boarding School. The method used was quantitative research with an ex-post facto approach, and the sample consisted of 100 new students from various levels of education (SMP, SMA, MA, and SMK) at the Darul Qur'an Wal-Hadist Sekotong Islamic Boarding School Foundation. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire using three Likert scales, namely the self-efficacy scale, social support, and adjustment. Data analysis was carried out using simple linear regression techniques. The research results show the following findings: First, self-efficacy has a significant effect on the adjustment of new students and female students, as shown by a significance of 0.000. This shows that the level of self-confidence of students in overcoming the challenges and burdens of Islamic boarding schools has a positive impact on their ability to adapt. Second, social support also has a significant influence on adjustment, with a significance of 0.035. Support from the surrounding environment, both from fellow students and teachers, plays an important role in helping students adapt to the new Islamic boarding school environment. Third, there is a significant influence between self-efficacy and social support on the adjustment of new students and female students at the Darul Qur'an Wal-Hadist Sekotong Islamic Boarding School. These results indicate that internal (self-efficacy) and external (social support) factors together have a positive impact on the adjustment abilities of new students. This research makes an important contribution to understanding the factors that influence the adjustment of new santri and female students in the Islamic boarding school context, with potential implications for the development of support and coaching programs for those new to the Islamic boarding school environment.

Empowering self-reliance: Assessing the impact of lifting ban for pregnant girls to return to school in Tanzania

The main objective of this study was to examine how the Tanzanian government’s program allowing girls who became pregnant while in school to return after giving birth relates to efforts in promoting self-reliance among these girls. Using a quantitative research approach with a cross-sectional design, the study found that 87.5% of teenage mother students and 62.5% of teachers had positive perceptions of the program. Factors influencing teenage pregnancies included poverty (37.5%), peer pressure (10%), bad friends (10%), and rape (12.5%). Additionally, 32.5% of the pregnancies were attributed to businessmen, 27.5% to bodaboda (motorcycle taxi) drivers, 25% to street men, and 15% to fellow students. The study also revealed challenges for teenage mothers, such as difficulty balancing studying and childcare (62.5%) and stigmatization from students, teachers, family, and community members (57.5%). Teachers reported issues like low concentration in class (62.5%), late arrivals (75%), lack of respect (62.5%), and absenteeism (68.5%). Furthermore, 65% of teenage mother students reported no support from the fathers of their children, highlighting a lack of support from these individuals. It is recommended that all stakeholders provide both psychological and material support to help these teenage mothers become self-reliant. The government, in collaboration with the community, should also ensure that all perpetrators of pregnancies are held accountable for supporting these teenage mothers.

The ReSearching Identity Podcast Project: Developing a Brief and Inclusive Professional Identity Intervention for Higher Education

ABSTRACT In this study, we present the pilot implementation of the ReSearching Identity Podcast Project, an intervention targeting the professional identity development of students with and without marginalized identities in higher education. The objectives were to assess the intervention’s acceptability and feasibility, particularly focusing on its use of educational podcasting, and to explore preliminary effects on students’ professional identity, including identity centrality and the connectedness with social identities (i.e. cultural and gender identity). We conducted a mixed method pilot study with university students (N = 33; 88% female) in the Netherlands. Students completed online surveys before and after the pilot implementation, and students and their teacher participated in follow-up conversations. The results supported the acceptability and feasibility of the ReSearching Identity Podcast Project, with students and teachers appreciating the brevity of the intervention program, opportunities to learn about marginalized experiences of fellow students and professionals, and embeddedness in the curriculum. Also, students reported higher professional identity centrality and overall high connectedness of professional and other social identities after the intervention. We conclude by addressing the limitations, but also potential of the ReSearching Identity Podcast Project to address professional identity development with all students in higher education.

THE DESCRIPTION OF CAKE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE TO THE STUDENTS’ ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILL AT SMA SWASTA ST XAVERIUS GUNUNGSITOLI

This study aims to describe the assistance of the cake application in learning a speaking skill and to describe the students’ reason for utilizing the cake application in learning the students' speaking skills. The research was conducted in class X at SMA Swasta Santu Xaverius Gunungsitoli with a total of 20 students. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through observations and interviews. The results show that students use the cake application and can utilize the cake application in speaking skill. Students take advantage of it by studying the video menu, conversation dialogue, and path menu. The most frequently utilized by students is the conversation dialogue menu because this menu is very complete. Students can learn speaking, dialogue with native speakers, students can see errors the pronunciation in dialogue sentences, and students are also helped by explanations at the end of the dialogue and equipped with Indonesian translations. However, students also need to actively practice and interact with fellow students and native English speakers

Professional development is the key to securing a future rheumatology workforce. Long term evaluation of a summer school for medical students-a national scientific society's educational initiative.

A cumulative imbalance between rheumatologic need and an inadequate number of young colleagues entering the field leads to a dearth of rheumatologists in the near future. The Austrian Society for Rheumatology and Rehabilitation (ÖGR) has been organizing an annual Rheumatology Summer School (RSS) for medical students since 2017. The aim of this study was to analyze the annual RSS evaluations, the RSS' overall effects on attracting new talent into the field and the lasting promotion of rheumatology. A questionnaire was distributed immediately after each RSS meeting. Additionally, we conducted an electronic survey among RSS participants (2017-2022) to assess their career development trajectories. From 2017-2023, a total of 220 students attended the RSS. They all completed the annual evaluation. Accordingly, students' expectations were met in 80% (2017) to 97% (2023) of cases. The electronic survey was completed by 64/133 (48%) students; 49 (77%) indicated that the RSS had markedly increased their desire to specialize in rheumatology. Among the 36 graduates, 10 (28%) had already been working in the field of rheumatology and 6 (17%) were considering this specialty but had not decided yet. RSS attendees in their 6th study year were influenced to a greater extent by the RSS to choose rheumatology as their primary specialty than 4th or 5th year students. The participants indicated that they benefited most from the RSS in terms of knowledge gain, personal awareness of rheumatology, networking among fellow students as well as gaining access to RSS faculty. The RSS enhanced students' intention to choose rheumatology, particularly in those close to graduation, and led to increased awareness and deeper knowledge about rheumatology.

Description of Student’s Social Attitudes in the Aspect of Manners: Study in Public Elementary Schools

Manners are essential in our daily lives because currently there are many cases where students behave rudely towards parents, school teachers, parents, and even fellow students. The research method used is the descriptive qualitative method. The results of this study are that students in elementary schools have been able to apply the indicators of good manners. However, there are still one or two students who sometimes forget to use good manners in everyday life. This study concludes that the description of social attitudes in the aspect of courtesy in this elementary school can already run well by the indicators of courtesy. However, there are still some who have not been able to carry out the indicators of this courtesy attitude. This research can contribute to this field of education, namely so that students can implement indicators of good manners well and so that the knowledge that has been obtained while at school that has been taught by the teacher can be applied or used properly in everyday life. In addition, it can also apply an indicator of good manners such as being 3S (smile, greeting, greeting), respecting elders, and so on.

MTT-S Student Fellowship and Scholarship Deadlines

MTT-S Student Fellowship and Scholarship Deadlines

Peningkatan Kapasitas Pembelajaran Santri Melalui Literasi Digital Dan Pemanfaatan Media Sosial Di Pondok Pesantren

Nowadays, digital literacy is very important because computerization is increasingly sophisticated, making it easier to find references for the study of science. By using digital literacy, it will be more cost-effective than having to buy books, and in fact, by using digital literacy the information will always be updated. Social media is now very popular among people because it can provide new information. The aim of this service is to teach and assist students to use digital literacy to increase learning capacity, and also to manage social media as a medium to strengthen brotherhood between fellow students. The PKM process carried out at the Al-Hikmah Srengat Blitar Islamic Boarding School consists of three stages: First, problem identification is a study carried out by the PKM team, teachers, school principals, and leaders at the Islamic boarding school to find out how strong their literacy skills are. digital owned by the students. The results of this PKM are teaching and mentoring regarding digital literacy studies and the use of social media such as Facebook, and Instagram by creating groups as a communication medium for students, as well as the practice of installing the Zoom application and its benefits, as well as using the Google Meet application.

Student Organization Funds at A University: Utilization of Descriptive-Correlational Analysis to Determine Factors in Budgeting

Budgeting guarantees that an organization has enough resources to accomplish its objectives. There are various studies that have been published related to budgeting. The budgeting of student organization funds in university remains an understudied domain; thus, this research seeks to fill this gap by contributing to the existing body of knowledge while elucidating the allocation processes to enhance transparency and accountability. The objective of this study was to determine the factors affecting the budgeting of student organization funds in university in Philippines. The study utilized descriptive-correlational analysis supported by survey data gathered through a total enumeration of 16 student organizations, employing a hybrid (online and offline) data collection, identified a statistically significant and positively correlated linear relationship between financial-related factors and managerial-related factors. The study revealed that student organization officers have strong financial knowledge and skills. High scores in financial skills and budgetary planning escalate the effective management in achieving goals, aligning with functional leadership theory. However, there is a need for better training programs to address gaps, particularly in using budgets as forecasts. The study also found that improving interpersonal skills can enhance financial management, and the relationship between financial and managerial skills is consistently positive across different groups. Aside from a discussion of the findings considering the relevant reviewed literature, there are recommendations to academics and practitioners, as well as proposals for further study in this field. Along with these results, it is best for universities to consider integrating budget-related training and seminars if they want to have well- rounded student leaders who are indeed capable of leading and providing good-quality service to their fellow students.

Analysis of Floor Work Design in Ceramic Factory Building Expansion Project PT, Surya Multi Cemerlang

The development of science and technology must be followed by an increase in the quality of quality Human Resources (HR), who think and act practically and efficiently. It is expected that quality Human Resources (HR) can be born from Universities in Indonesia. Surabaya State University is one of the institutions for the study and development of science, which plays a role in preparing professional workers. Not only equipping students with theoretical knowledge alone, but also equipped with practicums and internship activities as a means of training and skills for various fields according to the majors of each student. Internship Work Practice aims for students to be able to distinguish between the theory obtained in the lecture hall and field work practice, and to be able to think critically, logically, conceptually and applicatively as well as professionally in their fields. In this case, in the Building Engineering Education Study Program, Internship Work Practice is one of the requirements to complete the semester VI courses which are carried out for approximately 4 months in the field, namely the implementation starting from February 14, 2024 to June 14, 2024. To meet these requirements, the author and several fellow students conducted an Internship Work Practice . This Internship Work Practice activity was carried out at the PT Surya Multi Cemerlang ceramic factory, precisely at Jl. Raya Semambung No.296, Semambung-Wonoayu, Sidoarjo with PT Bangun Karya Perkasa Jaya Tbk as the Implementing Contractor. In connection with the many types of work on the Ceramic Factory Building Expansion Project (PT. Surya Multi Cemerlang) in Wonoayu, Sidoarjo, the types of work reviewed are limited to reviewing only the main activities, namely Floor Plate Work. One of the important structural elements in this project is the Floor Plate. As a structural element that functions as a place to support human and object loads, the Floor Plate is very influential in the planning and implementation of building construction. In its planning and implementation, the Floor Plate is designed as well and optimally as possible so as not to cause discomfort or danger. Improper planning and implementation of Floor Plate construction can cause cracks in one piece, which can affect the quality and durability of the floor plate. There are several students who review the implementation of other structural work from several areas being worked on by PT Bangun Karya Perkasa Jaya, such as reviewing the implementation of pile work, reviewing the implementation of Machine Foundation work, and reviewing the implementation of Wall work. Therefore, in the practical work that has been carried out, the author decided to analyze the method of "implementing Floor Plate work in the construction of a ceramic factory" in the field for writing the practical work report.

Analisis Campur Kode Bahasa Batak Pada Saat Pembelajaran di Kelas X SMA YAPIM Merek Tahun Ajaran 2023/2024

The research was carried out with the title "Analysis of Batak Language Code Mixing When Learning Indonesian in Class The use of code mixing is the Batak regional language. The aim of this research is to determine the main causes of the use of code mixing during learning. This research methodology is a qualitative descriptive method. Data was obtained from class X students of YAPIM Brand High School and the results of interviews from Indonesian language teachers. Data collection techniques were carried out by interviewing, recording and taking notes. The results of this research are forms of code mixing in teacher and student conversations in Indonesian language learning in class X SMA YAPIM Brand, namely: a. Use of Toba Batak language code mixing, b. There are 76 code-mixed data, the forms of code-mixing use are 13 code-mixes of word insertion, 17 phrase insertions, 46 clause insertions, word and sentence insertions. Factors causing code mixing are: a. Students' proficiency in speaking two languages, including the Toba Batak regional language and Indonesian, b. Social environment, c. Contextual situation. However, Indonesian language interference is not eliminated by the presence of the regional language, it's just that students sometimes focus more on using the regional language instead of being in context when speaking with fellow students.

ENDOGAMOUS MARRIAGE AMONG SANTERI PERSPECTIVES OF THE SOCIOLOGY OF ISLAMIC LAW

Abstract: Endogamous marriage among students at Pesantren al-Ashriyyah Nurul Iman Parung Bogor has become the focus of attention in this study. This study aims to understand the purpose and implications of the practice of endogamous marriage in the context of the pesantren, by exploring the perspective of the sociology of Islamic law. This field research examines the application of laws in social life. It uses a sociological approach of Islamic law to reveal facts about endogamous marriage among santri at pesantren al Ashriyyah Nurul Iman, Parung Bogor, Indonesia. Through a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews with students, kyai, and pesantren staff, as well as related literature studies. The results showed that the practice of endogamous marriage in pesantren aims to preserve, maintain, and strengthen harmonious relationships among fellow students, while strengthening the values taught in pesantren. This is also seen as an effort to maintain the identity of the pesantren and ensure the continuity of the generation of santri who continue to inherit the values of the pesantren. From the perspective of Islamic law, endogamous marriages are considered in accordance with the principle of kafā'ah, which emphasizes conformity or equality between spouses in various aspects of life. Thus, this practice is not only part of the pesantren culture, but also an effort to maintain the integrity and sustainability of the student community. This research provides a deeper understanding of the importance of endogamous marriage practices in the context of pesantren, as well as its impact in maintaining pesantren values and strengthening the identity of the santri community. Keywords: Marriage Endogami, Santri, Kafā'ah, Sociology of Islamic Law

INTERACTIVE VIDEO PROJECT TO BOOST UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ SELF-CONFIDENCE IN ENGLISH PUBLIC SPEAKING

English language proficiency has become essential for those pursuing higher education in our fast-paced environment. A growing demand for jobs in the global workplace is coming from English speakers in particular. For many students, especially those who are non-native speakers of the language, public speaking in English presents a considerable difficulty. This research investigated the effects of an interactive video project on students' public speaking confidence in English. The middle and final exams for students were designed to include project-based learning in addition to classroom activities. In order to receive constructive comments from their lecturer and fellow students, students in this project had to produce and deliver videos on the prescribed themes. In this study, 20 students who had completed an interactive video project for class and the semester exam in Regular English at Universitas Pendidikan Nasional (Undiknas University) Denpasar, Bali, participated in a semi-structured interview and observation of the classroom during a descriptive qualitative approach. This study's conclusions showed that students' self-assessed confidence in their ability to give English public speeches or presentations can significantly increase as a result of the interactive video project. A process of iterative production, presentation, and feedback was combined with the interactive project. Students had an entertaining chance to hone and polish their speaking abilities with the interactive video project.

Affective, meta and collaborative STEAM learning

The purpose of this research was to identify synergies in affective, meta and collaborative STEAM learning, and the level of professional development structure and collaborative support needed for teachers to achieve these. Three project case studies (KIKS, STEAMTEACH and STEAMCONNECT) are examined to do this. In the KIKS (Kids Inspiring Kids in STEAM) project, student groups were issued a very open-ended challenge: “How would you get your fellow students to love STEAM?” They undertook a series of student-led intensive workshops to deliver prototypes and other teaching materials. The intensive, collaborative problem-solving Hothousing workshops focusing on Expectation shock perception enhancement, were inspired by industry practice. The successful outcomes evidenced affective, meta and collaborative learning and suggested the need for further research to develop an associated teacher professional development framework (STEAMTEACH) and also to develop further the collaborative aspect beyond the students (STEAMCONNECT). The projects together delivered over forty project outcomes judged high quality by teachers, students and researchers alike benefitted from affective, meta and collaborative, inclusive learning on many levels from students to teachers to parents to wider community collaboration including local community, business and academic experts. It was thus found that STEAM education can synergically enhance affective, meta and collaborative learning, and for this to happen, should be supported by a STEAM professional development framework and extended networking between teachers, schools, parents, education and industry experts, and community from all abilities and backgrounds.

Solidaritas Sosial Mahasiswa Asal Kabupaten Pegunungan Bintang Dalam Menempuh Studi

The purpose of this study is to describe and analyse the form of social solidarity among fellow students living in the Pegunungan Bintang dormitory, and then to describe the efforts made to strengthen social solidarity among them. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with ethnographic approach. The data collection techniques used were in-depth interviews and observation. The research informants were purposively selected. The data analysis techniques include the stages of processing and preparing the data for analysis, reading the whole data, analysing the data in more detail by coding the data, applying the coding to describe the themes for analysis, re-presenting the themes and descriptions in the form of narratives, and interpreting and interpreting the data. The results showed that the form of social solidarity that exists among the students living in the Pegunungan Bintang dormitory is mechanical solidarity. The mechanism built to strengthen social solidarity among fellow students living in the Star Mountains dormitory by implementing mandatory rules for all members of the dormitory residents to help and support each other. In addition, the dormitories also often share meals, sports, religious activities by organising joint worship services, ceremonial celebrations and recreational activities.