Student Attitudes Research Articles

Student attitudes towards smartphone use in a pre-service teacher tech course

Student attitudes towards smartphone use in a pre-service teacher tech course

Pengaruh model pembelajaran discovery learning terintegrasi ayat-ayat Al-Quran terhadap hasil belajar fisika dan sikap spiritual siswa Ponpes Modern As-Sa’adah pada materi gerak melingkar

This research was conducted to determine the effect of the discovery learning model integrated with verses from the Koran on the physics learning outcomes and spiritual attitudes of As-sa'adah modern Islamic boarding school students on circular motion material, with data collection techniques through pretest and posttest. Purpose sampling technique, the sample consisted of 30 students from the As-sa'adah Modern Islamic Boarding School, Serang Banten. The analytical method used in this research is Quantitative Data Analysis. The research results show that the results of learning physics and spiritual attitudes without using the Discovery Learning learning model integrated with Al-Quran verses, based on the descriptive test, are quite good. Physics learning outcomes and spiritual attitudes using the integrated Discovery Learning learning model of Al-Quran verses, based on descriptive tests in the good category. There is an influence of the Discovery Learning learning model integrated with Al-Quran verses and without integrated Al-Quran verses. The results of the Pretest analysis obtained a p-value= 0.034 and the Posttest obtained a p-value= 0.000. This shows that the p-value (sig) < 0.05, so H0 is rejected. Thus, it can be concluded that student learning outcomes after treatment between the experimental group and the control group are significantly different.

Contraception and Abortion Attitudes Among Military Medical Students: An Exploratory Study.

To investigate military medical students' attitudes toward contraception and abortion after clerkships. We adapted a survey of civilian medical student attitudes for military medical students. We asked how clerkships changed perspectives and comfort discussing these topics. Eighty-five (85%) of the one hundred respondents felt more comfortable discussing contraception and abortion after clerkships. More students changed their perspective on contraception than abortion (29% vs. 17%, p=0.043). Students noted limited exposure to abortion care. Clerkships increased comfort discussing contraception and abortion, but were unlikely to change attitudes towards these topics. More exposure to abortion care is needed.

Same Same or Different?: Comparing Perceived Internationalization, Experiences and Satisfaction of Domestic and International Tertiary Students in Thailand

There appears to be a lack of literature analyzing and comparing experiences and behavior of foreign and domestic tertiary students in non-traditional destinations. Using quantitative approach, this study examined and compared how international and home students in Thailand perceive the extent of internationalization of their host institution, their sense of belongingness, discriminatory experiences and satisfaction. Findings showed that both groups of students did not perceive differently the academic, social and organizational dimensions of internationalization. However, foreign students felt a stronger sense of belongingness and higher level of satisfaction than their local counterparts. They had a more positive perception of the course contents and the university’ s physical environment. They indicated less positive perception of the availability of opportunities to socialize, to participate in exchange study, and to use the English language in learning and communication. The differing perceptions and attitudes of domestic and foreign students suggest that the institution may consider to further develop and improve the various aspects of internationalization in order to satisfy their needs and enhance their student experience.

A Study of Learning Progression in Science of Class IX Students of Balangir District, Odisha

The study was intended to investigate the learning progression of students in Science, learning progression refers to the phenomena of progression in academic achievement of students. Here in this study the progression measured by the basis of the treatment employed to the students. The result basically emphasizes on the mode of the method of teaching given to the students, i.e. one is traditional method and another constructivist. Again, researcher examine the attitude of students towards science in this study using standardize tool. In the present study, Experimental design was employed where Non-equivalent control group design was employed for the study. In the present study effectiveness of independent variable, method of teaching (two levels): (1) Constructivist teaching method (2) traditional teaching method was required to be checked on dependent variable (achievement), thus the researcher decided to use two groups post-test design. Science Attitude Scale developed by Dr. (Mrs) Avinash Grewal (1984) was selected for the present study to measure Attitude towards Science. The researcher selected stratified random sampling technique in the selection of school. One school of Bolangir city was selected for the present study: Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Muribahal for the experiment. Achievement Test and standardise tool for measuring attitude towards Science was employed as tool and data collection. Mean, Standard deviation, Percentile, Coefficient of variation, 2 X 2 factorial designed ANCOVA of unique size were used for the analysis of data. The finding from the research are The Learning Progression of student taught trough the Constructivist Approach was higher than the students taught through the Traditional Method of Teaching, The Attitude towards Science of students taught trough the Constructivist Approach was nearly similar to the students taught through the Traditional Method of Teaching, There is a significant effect of Treatment (Constructive Teaching) on Achievement in Science Subject of Class IX students as compared to traditional method, There is no significant effect of Gender on Achievement in Science Subject of Class IX students and There is no significant interaction effect of Treatment and Gender on Achievement in Science Subject of Class IX students. From the interpretation of results, we can conclude that The Treatment is effective for the Progress of Student ignoring their Gender. This study will further help all the stake holder of secondary schools including, teacher, policy maker, administrator, etc. to adopt constructivist approach of teaching learning in classroom and to innovate ideas to inculcate scientific attitude among students.

TEACHER PERFORMANCE AND ATTITUDE OF STUDENTS TOWARD PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Most research over the last three decades has shown that students' views toward physical education, whether good or negative, are essential variables in their engagement in physical activities. The study aimed to determine the significant influence of teacher performance and students' attitudes toward physical education. The study included 199 students from the Padada and Hagonoy II districts in the Philippines who participated in quantitative non-experimental research using a correlational technique and a random sample technique. All participants completed the questionnaire, which consisted of 68 questions. Instruction, evidence of student learning, management and organization, learning climate, and professionalism were the factors that affect teacher performance. Moreover, family physical education, cultural physical education, and personal physical education were student performance indicators. Mean, Pearson-r, and Regression were the statistical tools used for the data treatment. Results showed a high level of teacher performance regarding instruction, management, and organization and evidence of student learning and learning climate. Thus, only professionalism shows significant results (r=.326, p<0.05). The study also revealed that student attitudes towards physical education were very high regarding cultural, physical education, family physical education, and personal physical education. Furthermore, there was only a minimal significant relation between the indicators. However, this cannot affect the overall result of the study. Implications for future studies and practice are provided in this paper.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0716/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Measurement of sustainable attitudes: a scale for business students

Purpose This study aims to present the development and validation of a scale to measure the attitudes of Latin American business students toward sustainable management practices in the economic, social and environmental dimensions. Design/methodology/approach Using a nonprobabilistic sample, the appreciation for sustainable practices in students (ASP-S) scale was administered to a total of 653 undergraduate and graduate business students in Argentina, Colombia, Mexico and Peru. A range of psychometric validity (construct, convergent and discriminant) and reliability criteria were applied. Findings Construct, convergent and discriminant validity was obtained from the ASP-S scale across all samples. During the internal validation process, two factors were found: systemic consciousness (ten items) and sustainable business leadership (nine items), both of which obtained acceptable reliability indices. The resulting structure is equivalent in all four countries. Originality/value The instrument can be applied by educators and learning assurance areas to diagnose and measure the effectiveness of pedagogical strategies used in sustainability courses taught at Latin American business schools. As a result, it has applications for curriculum design. As a valid and reliable instrument set in the context of regional business praxis, it can promote an understanding of sustainable behaviors and practices in future Latin American leaders.

Determining the Effect of Psychological Resilience on Death, the Fear of Death, and Death Acceptance in Nursing Students in Turkey.

This study will investigate the effects of psychological resilience on death, fear of death and acceptance of death in nursing students. This study was descriptive and cross-sectional. The sample of the study consisted of 270 students who voluntarily participated. The data were collected using a descriptive characteristics questionnaire, the resilience scale for adults (RSA) and the multidimensional orientation to death and dying inventory MODDI-F. A positive and significant correlation was found between the Acceptance Subscale, RSA and MODDI-F subscale scores. Nursing students' attitudes towards death and dying are affected by their psychological resilience. Psychological resilience should be increased because nursing students are candida for future caregivers. For this reason, within the scope of the findings of the study, it is recommended that during the theoretical and practical nursing education process, students should be reinforced by conducting studies on the dying patient through educational teaching methods such as role play and case presentations. In addition, ıt is thought that an interview or focus group on nursing students' psychological resilience and attitudes towards death can provide a more comprehensive source of information on the subject.

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding self-medication for acne among medical students in Beni-Suef University.

To evaluate medical students' knowledge, attitudes, and self-medication practices for acne vulgaris. An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted at Beni-Suef University's Faculty of Medicine from January 2023 to June 2023. A pre-structured questionnaire was used for the study. A total of 297 students (85.1 %) used self-medications for acne without a prescription. The total knowledge score of self-medication among the study participants was 3.81 ± 2.23. About 71.4 % knew about precautions, and 72.7 % of the participants reported that self-medication is part of self-care. There was a statistical significance between the total mean knowledge score and age (p=0.007), gender (p=0.013), and academic year (p=0.001). A significant portion of students self-medicate about acne. The total knowledge score of self-medication was to some extent not relatively high. Educational programs can be developed to increase medical students' awareness of the risks and benefits of self-medication, information on appropriate use of medications, and when to seek medical attention.

“What Scares Me Is the Speed at Which Artificial Intelligence Is Developing”: Students' Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence in Foreign Language Teaching

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of our daily lives, the concern of the teaching community about the illegal use of these technologies in the educational process is increasing. In order to adapt the education system and teaching practices to new technological challenges, it is necessary to analyze the opinions of all the parties concerned. The purpose of this study is to identify the attitude of students of Kazan Federal University to the use of artificial intelligence technologies in the educational process and the practice of their application in foreign languages learning process. To achieve this goal, an online survey of students of Kazan Federal University was conducted. The survey touched upon the practical aspects of the use of artificial intelligence in language teaching, the advantages and disadvantages of AI tools from the students’ point of view, as well as their opinion regarding the prospects of AI in education. As a result of the study, we came to the conclusion that at the moment AI tools are not widespread enough in teaching foreign languages. Only one-fifth of the respondents use these tools, but the respondents’ comments suggest that the number of users will grow. The attitude of students towards the use of AI is ambiguous, with responses ranging from enthusiastic to skeptical. Students’ positive impressions are mainly related to saving time and effort, as well as to the ability of AI to present complex materials with understandable language. Among the main disadvantages, the respondents noted unreliability of data and fake content. Despite the fact that students are generally positive about the use of AI, a significant part of respondents do not trust software products such as ChatGPT, since, in their opinion, it provides answers of average quality that need to be corrected. Based on the data obtained, the authors attempted to formulate recommendations on improving the methods of teaching and control in the process of teaching foreign languages at universities.

Effectiveness of psychiatric clinical posting on attitudes toward psychiatry and mental illness among medical, nursing and other healthcare students: systematic review

This review aimed to systematically identify and appraise available evidence on the effectiveness of clinical psychiatric posting on the attitudes of health science students toward mental illness and psychiatry. The data were sourced from Scopus, ScienceDirect and PubMed. The references of the included studies were searched using Google Scholar. The search was done across the above databases from 20th October to 21st December, 2023. This review followed the preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) outline. The quality of the articles was assessed using critical appraisal tool for Cross-Sectional Studies. The review showed mixed results. Clinical psychiatric posting is effective in attitudinal changes toward mental illness and psychiatry when the duration is six weeks or longer (p < 0.001). When the posting followed teachings in psychiatry and anti-stigma orientation, it had more significant impacts on the attitudes (p < 0.001). This review highlights the importance of the duration of clinical psychiatric posting, teaching in psychiatry and anti-stigma orientation in improving the effectiveness of the training modality. Longer duration of postings (six weeks or more) that followed teachings in psychiatry and anti-stigma orientation has been shown to be more effective. This calls for curricular reform and policy formation.

Analyzing the influence of university support and entrepreneurial culture on solar entrepreneurial intentions among Indian students

The involvement of students in entrepreneurial activities related to solar energy has the potential to have a major impact on expanding energy access. Nevertheless, there is an absence of research on the dynamics and knowledge of solar entrepreneurship, specifically from an Indian perspective. The main aim of this study is to highlight the significance of solar energy entrepreneurship and its capacity to motivate and encourage university students towards entrepreneurship, thereby fostering sustainable development. The study intends to analyze several individual-level characteristics that influence university learners' intentions to engage in solar entrepreneurship. The goal of this study is to shed light on how students' career choices in the field of solar entrepreneurship are influenced by their personal passion, self-efficacy, personality traits, and social norms. A stratified random selection technique was employed to gather a representative sample of 279 university students who are currently enrolled in both public and private universities situated in the northwest region of India. The study employed partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to examine the relationship between individual-level factors and entrepreneurial attitude. The analysis indicated that all individual-level factors, except entrepreneurial passion, were significant predictors of entrepreneurial attitude. Furthermore, the findings demonstrated a positive association between student entrepreneurial attitudes and solar entrepreneurial intentions. The research also examines the managerial implications, limitations, and future scope of the research.

Assessing the Relationship between Students Attitude and Online Shopping

This study investigates the relationship between attitudes of youth towards online shopping, focusing on BBS students at Shanker Dev Campus (SDC). The research is motivated by the growing significance of online shopping among the youth demographic and the need to understand the underlying factors driving their attitudes. Drawing on a sample of 124 BBS students, data was collected using a questionnaire and analyzed through descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and hypothesis testing. The findings reveal significant relationships between trust, convenience, price, digital literacy, and attitudes towards online shopping among the surveyed students. Trust and convenience emerged as key factors positively associated with online shopping attitudes, while price sensitivity and digital literacy also played significant roles. Moreover, the study highlights the interconnected nature of these factors, suggesting that improvements in one area can positively influence others.

Exploring Science Attitudes, Misconceptions, and Temperature Correlations

This study investigates junior high school students' attitudes towards science and their misconceptions regarding temperature changes, aiming to understand the relationship between these two factors. Conducted at SMP Muhammadiyah 6 Krian with 93 seventh-grade students, the research utilizes non-experimental quantitative methods, including questionnaires and statistical analyses. Findings reveal that while students exhibit generally positive attitudes towards scientific investigation, misconceptions about temperature changes are low. However, the correlation between students' attitudes towards science and their misconceptions is observed to be low. These results underscore the importance of addressing both attitudes and misconceptions in science education to optimize learning outcomes.Highlight: Investigates student attitudes and misconceptions about temperature changes in science. Positive attitudes but low misconceptions found in junior high students. Correlation between attitudes and misconceptions in science education explored. Keywoard: Attitudes Towards Science, Misconceptions, Temperature Changes, Junior High School Students, Science Education

Analysis of college students' attitudes toward the use of ChatGPT in their academic activities: effect of intent to use, verification of information and responsible use

BackgroundIn recent years, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education has increased worldwide. The launch of the ChatGPT-3 posed great challenges for higher education, given its popularity among university students. The present study aimed to analyze the attitudes of university students toward the use of ChatGPTs in their academic activities.MethodThis study was oriented toward a quantitative approach and had a nonexperimental design. An online survey was administered to the 499 participants.ResultsThe findings of this study revealed a significant association between various factors and attitudes toward the use of the ChatGPT. The higher beta coefficients for responsible use (β=0.806***), the intention to use frequently (β=0.509***), and acceptance (β=0.441***) suggested that these are the strongest predictors of a positive attitude toward ChatGPT. The presence of positive emotions (β=0.418***) also plays a significant role. Conversely, risk (β=-0.104**) and boredom (β=-0.145**) demonstrate a negative yet less decisive influence. These results provide an enhanced understanding of how students perceive and utilize ChatGPTs, supporting a unified theory of user behavior in educational technology contexts.ConclusionEase of use, intention to use frequently, acceptance, and intention to verify information influenced the behavioral intention to use ChatGPT responsibly. On the one hand, this study provides suggestions for HEIs to improve their educational curricula to take advantage of the potential benefits of AI and contribute to AI literacy.

TEACHERS 'STRATEGIES IN DEVELOPING THE CREATIVITY OF STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ONLINE IN LEARNING ARTS AND CULTURE

To determine the teacher's strategy in developing student creativity online in learning cultural arts and crafts at SLB B Yakut Purwokerto. This study's results provide a clear picture of the teacher's strategy in developing student creativity online in learning cultural arts and crafts at SLB B Yakut Purwokerto. Preparations made by the teacher in implementing online learning, namely the teacher preparing learning modules and videos. The module contains material and exercises. The teacher uses instructional videos to deliver the material. The strategy used by the teacher to foster curiosity in students is to use discovery learning strategies by presenting material that is interesting and can foster curiosity in students. The strategy used by the teacher to foster a sense of trust in students through online learning is an appreciative interactive strategy. The teacher gives students assignments, and then the teacher provides rewards for students who have worked on them. The strategy used by the teacher in fostering a courageous attitude in students through online learning is using interactive strategies that are carried out by providing stimuli to students, as well as by giving additional points to students who dare to express their ideas.

Graduate and Health Professional Student Knowledge, Attitudes, Beliefs, and Behavior Related to Human Papillomavirus and Human Papillomavirus Vaccination: A Scoping Review of the Literature

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection. Despite a safe and effective vaccine, uptake continues to be suboptimal. Recently, focus has moved to college campuses in an effort to increase vaccination rates. Little is known about the extent of efforts to reach graduate students on college campuses in the United States and the vaccination rates within this subpopulation. This scoping review assessed the literature on knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors about HPV and HPV vaccination among graduate and post-baccalaureate professional students in the United States. This review also aims to identify areas for further research to improve institutions’ abilities to create health programming to increase HPV awareness and HPV vaccination coverage on their campuses. Publications focusing on knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors about HPV and HPV vaccination in post-baccalaureate students were included. The systematic review of PubMed, CINAHL, and Embase identified 2562 articles, and 56 articles met all inclusion criteria and were included in this scoping review. A majority of the reviewed studies investigated some combination of knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs about HPV and the HPV vaccine in students in professional programs such as medicine. Study design approaches were primarily cross-sectional, utilizing web-based survey distribution methods. HPV vaccination status and HPV screening behaviors were primarily measured through participant self-report. There is limited research investigating post-baccalaureate student knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors about HPV and HPV vaccination. There is a need for researchers to further investigate the needs of graduate students to create informative and effective HPV programming.

Profile of students conservation attitudes in forest management and plant diversity management based on local wisdom

The diversity of plant species found in the Temedak customary forest is relatively high but residents should not use it freely. Residents are prohibited from cutting or taking wood from the forest, they can only take fruit, rattan and bamboo for their own consumption and must have the permission of local traditional leaders. The higher the diversity of plants found in the Temedak customary forest, the higher the threat from outside. This is evidenced by the theft of wood, bamboo and other plants in the Temedak customary forest carried out by irresponsible people. For this reason, conservation attitude profile data is needed to identify categories of each indicator of students' conservation attitudes in protecting and overcoming surrounding biodiversity problems. This research uses quantitative descriptive method. Research participants included housewives, village shamans, local or community leaders. The instruments used are in the form of field notes of interview guidelines and conservation attitude questionnaires. The questionnaire was in the form of 38 statements tested to XI MIPA SMA students consisting of 40 respondents. Based on the results of the study, it was found that the Temedak customary forest has endemic plant species, namely pacat wood (Harpullia arborea) and carrion flowers namely Amorphophallus gigas. There are 57 types of plants that generally used by the people of Keluru Village such as foodstuffs, buildings, medicins, wicker, local technology and art, as well as for the benefit or complement of traditional ceremonies. The results of obtaining student conservation attitudes from 40 respondents showed differences in each indicator.

Factors Associated with Medical Students' Attitudes About Cost-Conscious Care: A Mixed-Methods Multi-school Study.

Because physician practices contribute to national healthcare expenditures, initiatives aimed at educating physicians about high-value cost-conscious care (HVCCC) are important. Prior studies suggest that the training environment influences physician attitudes and behaviors towards HVCCC. To explore the relationship between medical student experiences and HVCCC attitudes. Quantitative and qualitative analysis of a multi-institutional survey. Medical students from nine US medical schools. A 44-item survey that included the Maastricht HVCCC Attitudes Questionnaire, a validated tool for assessing HVCCC attitudes, was administered electronically. Attitudinal domains of high-value care (HVC), cost incorporation (CI), and perceived drawbacks (PD) were compared using one-way ANOVA among students with a range of exposures. Open text responses inviting participants to reflect on their attitudes were analyzed using classical content analysis. A total of 740 students completed the survey (response rate 15%). Students pursuing a "continuity-oriented" specialty held more favorable attitudes towards HVCCC than those pursuing "technique-oriented" specialties (HVC sub-score = 3.20 vs. 3.06; p = 0.005, CI sub-score = 2.83 vs. 2.74; p < 0.001). Qualitative analyses revealed personal, educational, and professional experiences shape students' HVCCC attitudes, with similar experiences interpreted differently leading to both more and less favorable attitudes. Students pursuing specialties with longitudinal patient contact may be more enthusiastic about practicing high-value care. Life experiences before and during medical school shape these attitudes, and complex interactions between these forces drive student perceptions of HVCCC.

A STUDY ON THE PERCEPTION OF STUDENTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS TOWARDS PERSONAL SELLING AS A CAREER

This study pursues as in depth and empirical exploration of student attitudes and perceptions of Future employment in sales at higher education institutes through regression analysis using multiple variables. Through the combination of attributes that defines successful sales professionals. Example: communication intellect, Emotional Intelligence, resilience and strategic perspective; the research intends to uncover multitude of factors of career that are behind the students, view of selling as an attractive career choice. We critically analyzed the empirical data of cross-sectional study of the students with varied backgrounds to explain the complex relationship between personal traits societal influences and career choices. This study serves several key actors including students, recruiters and industry stakeholders. The study’s results are envisaged to contribute to the Development of tailored programs and activities, which should lead to a more advanced imagination of the sales profession as a career choice and improved personnel recruitment and retention within sales industry.