Student Evaluation Research Articles

Effectiveness of multimedia-based teaching on the learning rate of anesthesia technologist students in the field of central venous pressure monitoring: A comparative study.

Traditional teaching methods alone are no longer sufficient to meet the needs of modern societies. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of central venous pressure teaching through multimedia and lecture method on learning rate of anesthesia technologist students. In this quasi-experimental study, 41 undergraduate students of anesthesia technologist were selected through the census method and randomly divided into two groups: multimedia- and lecture-based teaching. The educational content was the same for both groups and was taught by the same educator. A pre-test was administered to both groups, and a post-test was conducted two weeks after the intervention. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, independent t-test, and paired t-test with SPSS software version 26. Before the intervention, there was no significant difference in the mean scores between the two groups (P = 0.648). However, after the intervention, the learning rate significantly improved in both teaching methods (P < 0.001). Furthermore, the mean scores obtained from post-test increase in the multimedia-based group were significantly higher than the lecture-based group (P = 0.004). The results of this study indicate the effectiveness of both methods. However, considering the advantages of multimedia-based teaching, such as responding to various learning styles and higher mean scores obtained from post-test of the multimedia-based group compared to the lecture-based group, it is recommended to utilize this teaching method in medical science courses.

Uncovering insights from big data: change point detection of classroom engagement

Expectations of big data across various fields, including education, are increasing. However, uncovering valuable insights from big data is like locating a needle in a haystack, and it is difficult for teachers to use educational big data on their own. This study aimed to understand changes in student participation rates during classes and teachers’ teaching styles by analyzing educational big data. In the analysis, data from 120 students and two mathematics class teachers at a public junior high school in Japan were used. We applied the pruned exact linear time (PELT) algorithm to automatically identify significant changes in student participation during class. Based on the information obtained, we analyzed the interaction logs of teachers’ e-book readers and clarified the relationship between student participation rates and teacher behavior patterns. Change point detection using the PELT algorithm showed a high F1-score of 0.7929, indicating good overall performance. We also investigated whether there was a relationship between class differences and teachers’ actions and found a statistically significant difference. The results provide clues for improving student learning engagement and teachers’ teaching styles, and they are expected to improve the quality of education by automatically identifying notable cases from educational big data. However, further research is required to improve data analysis methods, such as adjusting the parameters of algorithms based on the situation.

Evaluation of structural oral viva examination as an assessment tool in the subject of periodontology

ABSTRACT Background: To assess students’ knowledge, the assessment of students in dentistry has always remained a controversial topic. Student evaluations are crucial for two reasons: first, they help produce dental graduates of the highest caliber to satisfy societal demands; second, they give input to those involved in dentistry education policymaking. Aim: Hence, this study was planned to introduce a new structured method of viva examination to evaluate its effectiveness over the traditional method. Materials and Methods: Sixty students from IV BDS were selected randomly. These students were subjected to traditional and oral structured viva examinations (OSVEs) in periodontics and implantology. After obtaining informed consent for the study, an MCQ examination was conducted for all participants on the basics and etiopathogenesis of periodontology, and their scores were noted. Group A – 30 participants appeared for a traditional viva examination (TVE) of basic periodontics. Group B – participants appeared for OSVE on etiopathogenesis. Later the crossover was done for two regions in such a way that Group A - 30 participants appeared for OSVE of basic and Group B - TVE on etiopathogenesis. OSVE was conducted with the help of question cards. Both forms of viva examination had a set time limit of 5 min per student. Results: The performance scores of TVE and OSVE were compared which showed high significance (P &lt; 0.001). Performance scores were also compared, and their MCQ correlation was done with the TVE score. Conclusions: Observation from the present study showed that TVE can be improved as an effective assessment tool.

Effectiveness of compressed online undergraduate courses

AbstractAs universities seek to innovate to meet the needs of students, compressed courses are becoming more prevalent. This study compares a compressed‐format course to a traditional format course in economics that were each taught in the summer. Results indicate that student performance in a compressed course differs in meaningful ways. Effort‐based assessments show that students in a compressed course perform just as well and, perhaps, better than students in a traditional‐length course. However, assessments measuring mastery of course material indicate performance declines in compressed courses. Student ratings also indicate that students may perceive their experience in a compressed course as being worse than in a traditional format. This article analyzes the differential performance between the two types of courses and provides a discussion regarding possibilities for future compressed course design.

“This should be a compulsory placement for all nursing students”: An evaluation of pre-registration nursing students’ perceptions of learning on a mental health clinical placement

AimTo conduct a longitudinal exploration of pre-registration nursing students’ perceptions of their learning on an immersive mental health clinical placement grounded in learning from people with a lived experience of mental illness (otherwise known as consumers). BackgroundEnriching mental health clinical learning environments are crucial for positive mental health nursing outcomes. Though non-traditional clinical placement (i.e. non-hospital-based) models effectively increase student learning in a range of domains, little is known about the specific features of contemporary non-traditional placement settings that may be supporting student learning over time. DesignA survey design in the form of a standardised evaluation tool with additional qualitative response questions was used to examine nursing students’ perceptions of learning whilst on a non-traditional clinical placement over a 5-year period. Non-traditional placement settings are alternative placement options to traditional inpatient/community mental health settings. The TREND Statement Checklist was adhered to. MethodsSecond- and third-year students studying a Bachelor of Nursing (N = 753) from eight Australian Universities completed a Student Placement Feedback Survey between 2019 and 2023. Data were collected via an evaluation survey including 7-items (rated on a 5-point agreement scale) and three free-response questions. Quantitative and qualitative responses were analysed over all observations and compared between the five years of student evaluations. ResultsAcross five years, the immersive mental health placement was consistently rated by students as a highly valuable learning experience. Utilizing a Multivariate Analysis-of-variance (MANOVA) for the quantitative component revealed that student ‘learning from lived experience’ remained uniformly high and steady throughout 2020–2023. This was despite disrupted learning that ceased face-to-face tuition caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. An increase in ‘student enthusiasm for nursing’ was identified after the return to face-to-face learning. Qualitative analysis identified a greater need for preparedness prior to attending the placement and wellbeing support amongst students. ConclusionsOver the five years, pre-registration nursing students report clinical skill improvement and enhanced knowledge following the immersive mental health placement alongside an increased desire for further skill development. Learning from people’s lived experience of mental illness and specialised facilitators was valuable for student learning outcomes. Increased support is needed for student mental health vulnerabilities and wellbeing ahead of clinical placements. Further research is recommended on the aspects of non-traditional clinical placements that may be protective for student learning.

Transforming and Reforming the Indian Education System with Artificial Intelligence

India’s growing economy and population proves its significant stake in the Artificial lntelligence (AI) revolution. India's education and technology sector has grown exponentially over the last few years, particularly in times of Covid-19 pandemic but owing to various reasons, it is accessible to only one in four students in India. AI has proven to be of benefit to all stakeholders alike by (a) enhancing teachers' efficiency and effectiveness in managing Multi Levelled or Multi Graded Learning Units and enabling automated development of customised teaching content; (b) using Intelligent Tutoring Systems to tailor the learning materials to a child's level of competence, style and pace of learning for improving student interactivity and attention rates; and (c) for effective teacher posting and transfer systems and predicting likely student activities such as dropout rates in government schools. The research provides a comprehensive review of the rigorous inclusion of Al in India's education sector through various policy measures. According to the findings, Al increases the efficiency of grading and encourages critical thinking and analytical skills among students. Further studies can assess effective integration of AI with educational practices and policies to increase learning needs.

Financial crossroads of care: physicians' struggle and patient outcomes.

In 2024, physicians face significant financial challenges due to declining Medicare reimbursement rates and high student loan interest rates, which will impact health care delivery and access.

Manajemen Peserta Didik Sekolah Dasar (Studi Multi Situs pada SDN Paringin Selatan 1 dan SD IT Darul Fikri Kabupaten Balangan)

The aim of this research is to describe student management including student admission planning, student development and student evaluation at SDN Paringin Selatan 1 and SD IT Darul Fikri, Balangan Regency. This research is qualitative research in the form of case studies at 2 sites, namely SDN Paringin Selatan 1 and SD IT Darul Fikri. The research data sources are school principals and teachers. Data collection was carried out through interviews, observation and documentation and then analyzed using within-site data analysis, individual site analysis and cross-case data analysis. Checking the validity of the data was carried out by source triangulation. The research results from 2 research sites illustrate that student admission planning includes stages starting from analyzing student needs, such as planning the number of students who will be accepted, forming a new student admissions committee and holding promotions and outreach, implementing the School Environment Introduction Period (MPLS). Developing students by creating a comfortable and conducive learning atmosphere, integrating the general curriculum with character and religious education values. Organizing extracurricular activities as a means of channeling students' talents and potential. Student evaluations, attitude competency evaluations, knowledge competency and skill competency evaluations are all contained in evaluation reports in the form of student report cards, remedial implementation and teacher performance evaluations. The conclusion of this research is that student recruitment planning includes: analysis of student needs, student recruitment planning, student selection, student orientation and reporting of new student data. Student development includes coaching in the learning process, coaching in extracurricular activities and coaching students in discipline. Student evaluation includes the development of children's knowledge, reports on children's learning outcomes, remedial activities and evaluation of teacher performance. Keywords: Elementary School Students, Management olah Dasar

Variability and Reliability of Examiners

This study aimed to assess the variability and reliability of examiners at a public university in Pakistan. Its primary focus was to identify the inter-rater reliability of teachers test scores to improve the testing standards by making teachers aware of their rating criteria, rating methods and their impact on the student’s final score. Data was collected from 8 teachers from the English department at a Pakistani public university and was analysed with the help of SPSS software. The study findings revealed that the teachers did not vary substantially in their overall evaluations and the interclass correlation between teachers’ ratings was 0.935 which indicates high inter-rater reliability. Moreover, a questionnaire filled out by the teachers after the scoring revealed that they hardly differed in their scoring criteria and did not vary significantly in selecting the sub skills of writing to be scored. These findings have further implications in promoting standardised assessment practices, fostering fairness and objectivity in student evaluations, and ultimately enhancing the quality and credibility of the university’s academic programs.

Effectiveness of the Prof. Tito Storybook in Enhancing Student Learning in Indonesian Language and Natural Science for Fifth Grade Elementary School Students

This research addresses the issue of unsuitable children's storybooks influencing elementary students' thinking patterns by mirroring adult behaviors, prompting the development of the modern children's storybook "Prof. Tito: Electric Bicycle Edition" to enhance literacy and science technology education. The specific aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of character-based and science technology-focused storybooks in improving Indonesian and natural sciences learning among fifth-grade students. "Prof. Tito, Electric Bike Edition" explores values like cooperation, mutual assistance, and knowledge of electric bicycles, offering a moral foundation for young readers. The study highlights the storybook's role in fostering empathy and focus, while educating readers about electric bicycles in the context of Indonesian language and science. Through student evaluations, the book's efficacy was tested, showing significant learning improvements. The findings reveal a 13.49% and 12.55% increase in learning outcomes, classifying the storybook as moderately effective in enhancing learning. Overall, the research concludes that the storybook significantly contributes to improving student learning outcomes, representing an original contribution to the field.

A Survey of College Students' Satisfaction with Social Entrepreneurship Education in Universities

This study aims to deeply explore the evaluation of college students' satisfaction with social entrepreneurship education, focusing on the analysis from three dimensions: teachers, curriculum and practice. Through the questionnaire survey, it is found that most students are satisfied with the teacher team of social entrepreneurship education, and the survey results show that the categories of teachers are relatively rich and the distribution is reasonable. However, in terms of curriculum, social entrepreneurship is less common as an independent course. In practice, lectures and lectures are still the main part, and fewer students actually carry out entrepreneurial activities. Based on the above findings, this study suggests strengthening teacher training, optimizing course content, and building more practice platforms to further enhance college students' satisfaction with social entrepreneurship education.

FAMILY CONFLICTS AND STUDENTS DROP OUT IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN RWANDA, A CASE OF BUGESERA DISTRICT RWANDA

The effect of family conflicts on childrens education is significant and can affect various aspects of their educational outcomes.The Objective of the study was to assess the effect of family conflicts on student dropout rates in public primary schools in Bugesera District, Rwanda.. This research was supported with system theory and Maslows hierarchy of needs Theory. The researcher used descriptive research design for data collections. The participants were students, parents, teachers and Head teachers. All respondents was 960 including 30 headteachers 120 teachers,360 parents and 450 Students from 30 schools sampled schools from 15 sectors of Bugesera District, Rwanda. The Yamane formula was used to calculate the sample size of 282 respondents. The participants was chosen by using different methods where researcher was random sampling and purposive sampling. Researcher was questionnaire and interview guide as data collection instruments where Questionnaire was designed to parents and interview guide was designed for schools heads, teachers and students. Researcher used IBM.SPSS 22.0 in analysis procedure.Table 4.16 in the study revealed a strong relationship between family conflict and students drop out rate in public primary schools. This relationship was substantiated by a Pearson correlation coefficient (r) of 0.948, which was associated with a statistically significant p-value of 0.000 for a two-tailed test. This suggests a highly positive and statistically significant association between family conflicts and students drop out . The findings also found in table 4.17 that all variables are coherent and students drop out is caused by family conflict within the family as it is shown by the regression analysis model with Square of 0.898 means that the all kinds of family conflict affect significantly students schooling including students drop out. Government should enact policies that prioritize family well-being and address the underlying socioeconomic determinants of family conflicts, such as poverty, unemployment, and inadequate social services. The Ministry of Education should integrate family conflict resolution programs into the national curriculum, equipping students with conflict resolution skills and fostering familial cohesion. Headteachers should foster a supportive school environment that prioritizes the well-being of students and families. Teachers should Cultivate a safe and supportive classroom environment where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to express themselves.

Pengaruh Pelatihan Preceptor Mentor terhadap Kepuasan Mahasiswa dalam Bimbingan Praktik Klinis

Clinical practice learning is a learning activity held in practice settings such as hospitals, clinics, health centers and communities. Phenomenological studies state that the duties and responsibilities as a preceptor cannot be carried out optimally. Surveying student perceptions regarding the role of preceptors in practice areas, 12% stated that preceptors were less cooperative, less friendly, and less guiding; 11.3% stated that preceptors were busy with other tasks, and 15.3% stated that preceptors were busy with patients. The aim of the research was to determine the effect of preceptor mentor training on student satisfaction at the Padang DII Midwifery Study Program, Padang Ministry of Health Polytechnic. This research is quantitative research with a cross-sectional approach. The research population was clinical practice supervisors in hospitals, community health centers, and midwives' independent practice in West Sumatra. The sampling technique used total sampling with a total of 80 respondents. The research instrument is a questionnaire. The research results showed that out of a total of 80 respondents, 47 respondents (58.75%) had participated in preceptor mentor training and 38.75% of them had received student satisfaction ratings in the high category in guiding students. Conclusion : The Chi-square test result is 0.000, preceptor mentor training has an influence on student satisfaction at the DIII Midwifery Study Program, Padang Health Polytechnic, Ministry of Health, Padang in guiding clinical practice in the practice area. Recommended that the institution to collaborate with the hospital so that preceptorship training can be carried out jointly and complement each other between clinical and academic supervisors.

Big Data Analysis Based on the Evaluation of College Students’ Civic Web

With the support of large-scale information technology, education assessment no longer aims at the administration of the education system and the decision-making needs of educational institutions as before, but can serve all groups or people who are interested in and participate in education. The pertinence and effectiveness of students’ ideological and political education can be improved based on the analysis of data. As political educators in colleges and universities, they must keep pace with the times, actively analyze the students’ thoughts and behaviors with BDA, so that students have reason to make decisions on ideological and political education, so as to improve the pertinence and effectiveness of students’ political education and serve students to become talents. Therefore, based on the students’ political network, this paper puts forward a wide range of methods and analysis. The results show that our method can effectively promote the evaluation of students’ political education.

Implementasi Evaluasi Pembelajaran Go Buya di MIS Istiqomah Perbatasan Entikong Kalimantan Barat

Cultural literacy plays a crucial role in education, not only as an effort to protect and promote local and national cultural heritage, but also as a way to shape the identity of the Indonesian nation in society. This aims to ensure that love and preservation of cultural riches is maintained. MIS Istiqomah Entikong is located on the border between Indonesia and Malaysia. The aim of implementing the Go Buya Learning evaluation for students is to improve the quality of learning and develop insight into cultural literacy, and to see the implementation of Go Buya learning through learning media using educational and interactive games in accordance with student development whose results can be measured well. The strategy used in this research service activity is the Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach. The steps taken in this service activity are (1) conducting interviews with teachers and students at MIS Istiqomah Entikong regarding Go Buya Learning (2) Preparing materials and evaluation instruments in Go Buya learning (3) Making evaluation instruments for Go Buya learning and ( 4) Implementation of assistance for activities carried out from the observation stage, implementation process and overall evaluation of Go Buya learning.

Analysis of Syntactic Errors in Arabic Textbook-Based Instructional Materials and Their Implications for Arabic Learning at Madrasah Aliyah

Textbooks are essential components in learning, but errors are often found, including syntax. It aims to analyze some of the errors found in the textbook used as a reference in learning Arabic at MA Madinatul Ulum and explain the implications of these errors on Arabic Learning. This research uses library research with an applied linguistic approach in error analysis. Data was collected using documentation techniques related to Arabic textbooks, books, journals, and other written works. The data analysis used is a content analysis technique with several steps: identifying, interpreting, and correcting. The research showed that significant syntactic errors were identified. However, the textbook covers various aspects of Arabic skills, such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with various cognitive, psychomotor, and affective tasks. These errors deviate from standard Arabic grammar norms, compromising instructional quality, affecting student evaluations, and posing challenges for teachers. By involving language experts in developing instructional materials, providing training for teachers, and promoting the use of alternative learning resources, it is hoped that syntactic errors in instructional materials can be minimized, thereby enhancing the quality of Arabic learning. Recommendations include thoroughly reviewing and improving materials to ensure adherence to educational standards emphasizing syntactic accuracy. Future research should expand to encompass broader aspects of Arabic instruction beyond syntax, encompassing morphology and semantics to enhance educational effectiveness

A Novel Grey Fuzzy Clustering Model and its Application on Students’ Performance Evaluation

Aiming to address the issues of traditional student evaluation methods, which tend to be overly subjective and overlook the intrinsic data structure, this paper introduces a novel grey fuzzy clustering model named the grey entropy game-weighted fuzzy c-means (GEG-WFCM) model. Firstly, subjective weights are calculated using the subjective-objective relationship analysis method, while objective weights are determined through the entropy weight method. Then, a comprehensive approach is adopted, leveraging game theory to calculate the final weights. Based on these comprehensive weights, the relative grey correlation coefficient and fuzzy weighted c-mean algorithm are incorporated to yield the ultimate evaluation results. The proposed model was applied to evaluate student performance, and the experiments show that it can obtain scientific and reasonable results. The model not only acknowledges the expertise of experts but also respects the objectivity of the data, thus circumventing the limitations of purely subjective judgments, and surpassing traditional evaluation methods.

LEARNING EVALUATION OF THE LINK AND MATCH PROGRAM WITH THE WORLD OF BUSINESS/INDUSTRY ON LIGHT VEHICLE ENGINEERING SKILLS COMPETENCIES AT KARSA MULYA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL PALANGKA RAYA

This research aims to evaluate the Link and Match learning program in the Light Vehicle Engineering Competence, with ofocus on its integration with the business/industry. The evaluation covers aspects of context, input, process, and product, conducted at the school and the business/industry partner (DUD/), namely PT. Murni Ber/ion Motor Palangko Rayo (Mitsubishi Motors). The respondents include 30 students, 3 teachers/school administrators, and 3 representatives from the business/industry partner. Research data wos collected through surveys, interviews, and documentation, followed by descriptive analysis. The research findings indicate, firstly, that the implementation of the Link and Match program in the business/industry sector for the competence of light vehicle engineering is considered good based on teacher readiness, teacher competence, student preparedness, facilities, ond the collaboration between the vocational school and the business/industry. The evaluation of input by both students and teachers falls into the good category, with an overage score of 18.00. Secondly, the execution of the Link and Match program in the business/industry sector for the competence of light vehicle engineering is considered good based on the facilities and infrastructure of the industry class, the role of teachers, the role of students, and on-site work practices at the business/industry, with an average score of 17.07 by students ond 19.00 by teachers. To support the smooth implementation ond enhance the quality of the Link and Match program, it is recommended to provide more varied preparation for students' understanding of the material and to conduct in-depth evaluations of students' comprehension of the competence in light

Control-Lab-in-a-Box: Bridging the Gap between Control Theory and Engineering Practice

Traditional control engineering teaching methods heavily rely on abstract mathematical concepts, often leaving students puzzled about real-world applications. Common simulation tools, such as MATLAB and Simulink provide a good visual demonstration but don't necessarily bridge the gap between theory and application. The proposed ‘lab-in-a-box’ approach offers a tangible method for students to connect control theory with a practical control engineering experience. The literature has observed a shift towards such portable labs, given the advancements in compact computing devices such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino boards in electronics and control teaching. The primary goal of these labs is to deliver an authentic engineering experience with essential hardware. Evaluation of this method, through the student module evaluation questionnaire (MEQ), revealed a significant increase in student satisfaction after its introduction. While the results are promising, challenges remain, such as the initial set-up of the kits. However, the ‘lab-in-a-box’ is found to be a valuable tool in control engineering education, bridging the gap between theoretical and practical understanding. An on-going development includes updating of the kits to match future engineering challenges and needs, e.g., electrification and autonomy of vehicles.

Teaching bioinformatics through the analysis of SARS-CoV-2: project-based training for computer science students.

We learn more effectively through experience and reflection than through passive reception of information. Bioinformatics offers an excellent opportunity for project-based learning. Molecular data are abundant and accessible in open repositories, and important concepts in biology can be rediscovered by reanalyzing the data. In the manuscript, we report on five hands-on assignments we designed for master's computer science students to train them in bioinformatics for genomics. These assignments are the cornerstones of our introductory bioinformatics course and are centered around the study of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). They assume no prior knowledge of molecular biology but do require programming skills. Through these assignments, students learn about genomes and genes, discover their composition and function, relate SARS-CoV-2 to other viruses, and learn about the body's response to infection. Student evaluation of the assignments confirms their usefulness and value, their appropriate mastery-level difficulty, and their interesting and motivating storyline. The course materials are freely available on GitHub at https://github.com/IB-ULFRI.