Research Activities Of Students Research Articles

Creating CDIO-Based Chemistry Research Activities for Students: A Case Study in Organic Compound Structure

Creating CDIO-Based Chemistry Research Activities for Students: A Case Study in Organic Compound Structure

Perceptions of students and faculty on NCAAA-accredited health informatics programs in Saudi Arabia: an evaluative study

BackgroundAs the healthcare sector becomes increasingly reliant on technology, it is crucial for universities to offer bachelor’s degrees in health informatics (HI). HI professionals bridge the gap between IT and healthcare, ensuring that technology complements patient care and clinical workflows; they promote enhanced patient outcomes, support clinical research, and uphold data security and privacy standards. This study aims to evaluate accredited HI academic programs in Saudi Arabia.MethodsThis study employed a quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional design utilising a self-reported electronic questionnaire consisting of predetermined items and response alternatives. Probability-stratified random sampling was also performed.ResultThe responses rates were 39% (n = 241) for students and 62% (n = 53) for faculty members. While the participants expressed different opinions regarding the eight variables being examined, the faculty members and students generally exhibited a strong level of consensus on many variables. A notable association was observed between facilities and various other characteristics, including student engagement, research activities, admission processes, and curriculum. Similarly, a notable correlation exists between student engagement and the curriculum in connection to research, attrition, the function of faculty members, and academic outcomes.ConclusionWhile faculty members and students hold similar views about the institution and its offerings, certain areas of divergence highlight the distinct perspectives and priorities of each group. The perception disparity between students and faculty in areas such as admission, faculty roles, and internships sheds light on areas of improvement and alignment for universities.

Digital ecosystem for enhancing research and innovation activities of master's students

Introduction. The dynamic development of modern digital technologies emphasizes the need for the development of new tools to activate the research and innovation activities of master's students. A digital ecosystem holds significant pedagogical potential not only in the academic activities of students but also in research and innovation. However, its creation is complicated by a lack of understanding of the essence, structure, and emergent properties of the system. The purpose of the study is to identify the features, mechanisms, and functionality of the digital educational ecosystem to enhance the research and innovation activities of undergraduates. Materials and methods. Bibliographic databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, Lens, and other international information systems of peer-reviewed scientific literature were used for the analysis of publications. System analysis and analysis of internet resources were employed to address the research objectives. The results of the study. The functional capabilities of the digital educational ecosystem for activating the research and innovation activities of master's students were identified, including access to information systems and databases of scientific information, automation of research management, creation and administration of electronic surveys, access to tools for processing and analyzing large volumes of data, access to data visualization tools, collaboration systems for working on research projects, automation of planning, tracking, and organizing research or educational projects, access to electronic systems for applying for research grants and scholarships, access to specialized plagiarism detection systems, electronic portfolios, access to publication management systems, automation of the creation and formatting of scientific articles and presentations, automation of publication formatting, access to virtual laboratories and modeling environments. Conclusion. The presented analysis allowed for the identification and justification of the pedagogical potential of the digital ecosystem for the core research and project activities of master's students, specifically: providing research with information resources; improving data collection and analysis; optimizing collaborative and network interactions; automating project management; digitally supporting the research process; digital technologies for stimulating creativity; digital support for publication preparation; expanding research boundaries; self-development; supporting distance learning; supporting virtual laboratories and modeling environments; ensuring data visualization; instrumental support for research quality analysis.

Формирование профессиональной идентичности студентов-медиков в процессе языковой подготовки: коммуникативный аспект

The article considers the communicative aspect of training future medical specialists for professional activity in the context of intercultural interaction. International cooperation in the field of medicine, which has increased due to the social and political importance of healthcare, increases the requirements for the professional language training of medical students, for their professional communication skills in a foreign language. The participation of medical specialists in the programs "Doctors without Borders" and the International Committee of the Red Cross requires future doctors not only proper language training, but also effective communication skills in a professional environment. It is assumed that the formation of the professional identity of medical university students can be effectively implemented if it is focused on the communicative aspect of professional language training.
 
 The purpose of the study is to determine the role of the communicative aspect of the language training of medical university students in the process of forming their professional identity.
 
 The research is based on occupational and linguistic-cultural methodological approaches. The significant role of the communicative aspect in the process of language training in the formation of the professional identity of medical university students is shown. The most important areas of professionally oriented language training are identified and characterized – training in professional communication, accuracy and clarity in the use of medical terminology, consultations with patients, registration of medical documentation and familiarization of future doctors with scientific research in a foreign language. The features of professional communication in the medical field in the context of intercultural interaction are revealed. It is proved that professional language training focused on the study of special medical terminology, cultural aspects, examples of medical documentation, as well as the participation of medical students in research activities contribute to the development of communication skills of future doctors in the process of forming their professional identity.
 
 The prospects for further research may be related to the study of the influence of the digital educational environment of the university on the process of forming the professional identity of medical students in the process of language training.

An Evidence-Based Framework for Medical Student Research Training.

As research becomes an increasingly important component of medical education, there is greater emphasis on incorporating programmatic enhancements to the research experience. This study builds a logic model to summarize research program inputs, outputs, and outcomes from research-oriented medical schools across the country, providing a framework that institutions can use to design and improve their medical student research training programs. Between November 2021 and February 2022, we administered a survey assessing institutional characteristics, research offerings, curriculum, funding, and student scholarly products to the medical schools ranked 1-50 in research in 2021 by US News and World Report. Results were compiled in the form of a logic model. Thirty-seven institutions (72.5%) responded. Common program inputs included personnel such as at least one funded program director (97.3%), while funding for medical student research activities was highly variable (8-72%). There was much less funding for faculty research mentors (2.7%), advisors (18.9%), and teaching faculty (29.7%). Common outputs included a medical student research office or program (97.3%), formal research curricula (83.8%), and services and programs such as research day (91.9%). The most common outcomes tracked were publications (48.6%), presentations/posters (43.2%), student participation (29.7%), and completion of a research requirement(29.7%). Common themes in medical student research training programs may be conceptualized with a logic model that schools can use to develop, evaluate, and iteratively improve their programs. Institutions should consider their desired program outcomes prior to designing inputs (e.g., funding, personnel) and outputs (e.g., curriculum, training). The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s40670-024-02001-3.

The Significance of Organizing Research Activities for Students in Higher Education

This article explores the essence and significance of integrating research activities into the educational process of higher education students. The advantages of incorporating research methods in education are highlighted, including the development of critical thinking, practical skills, and student autonomy. Practical aspects of integrating research activities into the educational process are discussed, along with its impact on shaping an active stance among students during the learning process. The ability to conduct research cultivates students as independent thinkers, stimulates a creative approach to problem-solving, and fosters critical analysis skills. These competencies not only contribute to the successful completion of an educational program but also serve as valuable resources in their future professional careers and personal lives.

Medical Student Research Activity in Otolaryngology.

To investigate medical student research productivity by institutions associated with otolaryngology residency programs and identify correlates of productivity. Retrospective review. N/A. A systematic search for articles indexed on PubMed published by 116 programs from January 1, 2016 to February 28, 2021 was conducted. Primary outcomes were number of faculty publications, first-author medical student publications and medical students from each institution. Secondary outcomes included geographic region, number of otolaryngology faculty members, and program rankings. Nationally, the mean number of faculty per institution was 21.7 at the time of search. Over a 5-year period, there was a mean 98.7 total publications and 15.8 medical student first-author publications per institution consisting of a mean of 10.03 distinct medical students. One-way analysis of variance showed no statistically significant difference in medical student productivity (P = .09) or department size (P = .12) between regions. Number of medical student first-author publications positively correlated to number of faculty (R = .43, P < .05) and number of faculty publications (R = .63, P < .05). The top 30 programs ranked by United States News & World Report or National Institute of Health for funding had a statistically significantly greater mean number of medical student first-author publications and distinct medical student first authors than all other programs (P < .05). Greater numbers of faculty members likely provide more mentorship and opportunities that allow medical students to engage in projects that lead to first-author publications. These findings allow institutions to reflect on efforts in medical student engagement and provide data to students for career planning.

Организация проектно-исследовательской деятельности обучающихся по биологии с использованием оборудования центра «Точка роста»

This article is devoted to the issues of expediency and efficiency of using digital equipment of the "Tochka Rosta" centers in the process of organizing project and research activities for students using the example of studying Biology. It is shown that project activity is the dominant model for solving problems of biological education at the present time. A review of sources devoted to certain aspects of the organization of design and research activities of school children is carried out. The attitude of teachers to the place and role of project and research activities of students in the educational process is studied. The basic concepts and characteristics of digital laboratories are considered. Examples of design and research tasks in Biology, Zoology and Physiology, which can be performed using digital resources, are given.

Химия пәнінен оқушылардың шығармашылық қызығушылығын қалыптастыру

The development of students' creative interest in the subject in the process of teaching chemistry is largely due to the ability of students to work independently, perform an educational task in full independence, and apply the research method. New innovative technologies introduced into the education of schoolchildren contribute to the teacher's rise to a new level. Interactive methods were used to develop students' creative thinking and interest in chemistry. In chemistry, according to the section "Periodic table of chemical elements", classes were held using innovative technologies, it is planned to increase the activity of students for classes. From the two classes in which the study was conducted, a test to verify previous knowledge and a questionnaire were taken, and according to the results of the summative assessment for the section, a control group and an experimental group were selected. In the teaching of chemistry, classes were held to develop and enhance the creative thinking of students. In order to identify students' interest in the subject according to the methods used, a survey was conducted among students, and according to the results of the classes, academic performance significantly improved. The activity of the students was assessed during the lesson. The results were analyzed, on the basis of which diagrams of educational achievements of students were compiled. According to the lesson, the educational achievements of students of grade 7 "B", conducted using the traditional method, increased from 92% to 96%, the educational achievements of students of grade 7 "A", conducted using innovative technologies, increased from 76% to 88%. the use of modern innovative technologies in chemistry lessons increases the activity of students, organizes cognitive and research activities of students.

Experiences in learning research methods: Recommendations from undergraduate nursing students at two African universities

BackgroundGlobally there is increasing demand for high-quality nursing care driven by research and evidence-based practice. Engagement of undergraduate nursing students in research activities identifies experiences and strategies that bring best outcomes in nursing practice. This study sought to establish strategies that will improve research practices among undergraduate nursing students at two African universities. MethodsThe study was conducted in University of the Free State (UFS) in South Africa and Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) in Kenya. Nominal group technique (NGT) was used to collect data from 116 undergraduate nursing students (South Africa = 53; Kenya = 63). Participants recruitment involved complete collection sampling with 5 group discussions (South Africa = 2; Kenya = 3). Data analysis involved initial intra-group analysis step done to tally and combine scores for specific ideas. Second step identified top five ideas across groups per institution based on highest scores. Final step compared similarities and differences between the two institutions. Ethical clearance was obtained in both countries. ResultsThe nominal group results showed top five priorities for the students in Kenya were group work research, calm manner of addressing mistakes, timely feedback from supervisors, standardised assessment, face to face teaching of data analysis software and avoidance of nullification of research projects. South African university students prioritised Student support, knowing expectations, supervisor’s feedback and contact classes, interactive classrooms and breaking down research jargon. ConclusionThe participants reported need for creating supportive learning experiences with peer/teacher mentorship. Timely feedback, structured supervision, and student-centred approach to learning new information in research enrich learners’ positive experience.

Knowledge and engagement in research activities by medical students: challenges and new opportunities - an institutional survey.

Objectives: to describe participation and knowledge in research programs by medical students from Oswaldo Aranha University Center (Centro Universitário Fundação Osvaldo Aranha, UNIFOA). Methods: it was applied a survey during 2nd Symposium on Clinical Research - focusing on oncology in the South of the State of Rio de Janeiro. The survey was answered by medical students from UNIFOA, encompassing socio-demographic variables, and clinical issues. Results: 73 participants answered the survey, 64.4% (47/73) of them registered up to 3rd semester. Regarding participation in academic research project, 79.5% (67/73) didn’t have any participation, more than fifty per cent 56.2% (41/73), tried to participate in a project, but only 23.3% (17/73) got success in this initiative. Concerning general knowledge in clinical research, 80.8% (59/73) affirmed not had any contact with theme up to moment in their graduation course. Questions evaluating knowledge in basic concepts, described that only 50.7% (37/73) of the students know the difference between basic and clinical research, and only 45.2% (33/73) know the steps of approval process involving medical procedures. Conclusion: low engagement of medical students in research activities might explain the low rate of physicians working on this area. Their potential interest should be enabled by medical schools to increase qualified human resources which will accelerate Brazilian participation in clinical trials.

THE USE OF INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS OF A PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY

The article reveals modern approaches to the training of higher school students based on the use of interactive tech- nologies. The strategy of restructuring the system of organization of educational process in the university is defined taking into account the requirements of federal state educational standards, including expansion of the range of forms of organization of educational process, introduction of active methods of education, organization of scientific research and independent activity of students, use of various interactive educational technologies. The experience of implementing interactive educational technologies such as the theory of solving inventive problems (TRIZ), the development of critical thinking through reading and writing (RCMFP), game technologies in training future pri- mary teachers is described in detail.

Possible research trajectories for the students in culture and art universities (on the Example of the Ekaterinburg Academy of Contemporary Art)

The article is devoted to the development of research activities of students at universities of culture and art. On the example of the Ekaterinburg Academy of Contemporary Art, the problematic aspects of the formation of students’ motivation for scientific activity are considered. The analysis of the existing practices of involving students in the scientific context showed their inefficiency and the lack of motivation for a significant number of students to participate in scientific events. One of the reasons for this is the specificity of practice-oriented training, aimed mainly at developing an individual or group final product. Fundamental research in higher education institutions of culture and art is unclaimed by students as non-targeted areas of activity. To form the necessary skills of scientific work among students and develop an effective model for the development of student science, possible research trajectories are proposed (urban studies, contemporary art research, inclusion in the field of culture and art, and others), as well as formats of scientific events aimed at more active involvement of students in the discussion of scientific problems. In conclusion, the prospects for further research of this problem are presented.

Assessing students’ research competencies with the main focus on the level and direction of their development

Introduction. The article presents an analysis of approaches to the problem of effective assessment of university students’ research competencies. The purpose of the article is to reveal and demonstrate the results of adopting the inventory for assessing students’ research competencies, focusing on the level and direction of their development. Materials and Methods. The research is based on the application of a systematic approach and contextual methods in the assessment and development of university students’ research competencies. The authors applied comparative and retrospective analysis, systematization and generalization of existing approaches and methods for assessing students’ research competencies, which allowed them to develop and propose a content-based inventory. The empirical part of the study was conducted at the Department of Labor Economics and Personnel Management at Ural State University of Economics. More than 80 full-time students took part in the research by testing the inventory. The results of the empirical testing are presented using the tools of descriptive statistics, Spearman's correlation analysis, and Student's t-test determination. Results. Based on reviewing scholarly literature, the authors substantiate the importance of involving students in research activities and the development of research competencies (RC) as competitive advantages in the labor market. On the basis of generalization, a number of research approaches to the development and application of methods for assessing students’ RC are revealed. As a result, the authors present a six-component questionnaire for assessing research competencies as the basis of a comprehensive and personalized approach to the development of students’ potential, including: theoretical-information, cognitive, communicative, motivational-organizational, operational-activity and reflexive-prognostic components. The effectiveness of the inventory is proved by its content validity and the results of a two-stage approbation of the questionnaire in groups of students with and without research experience. The results of empirical testing of the inventory confirm that with comprehensive, contextual and systematic approaches to the assessment of research competencies containing personal recommendations for their development, the indicators for all 6 components of RC increase. Conclusions. The study concludes that there are many approaches to the assessment of RC and each of the methods can be relevant to the research tasks in the case of complexity and consistency. The six-component inventory has passed the stage of content validation and has shown relevance to the tasks of assessing university student’ research competencies with the main focus on the level and direction of their development.

Инновационные формы организации научноисследовательской деятельности студентов

The article raises the question of the relevance of turning to innovative practices when organizing research activities of modern students. Along with the theoretical understanding of innovative forms of organizing students' scientific work, examples are given from the experience of their application in the conditions of study in secondary vocational education and at a university. The materials of the article may be useful for teachers and leaders of student scientific societies.

Ценностное отношение к педагогическим знаниям как условие преодоления познавательных затруднений у студентов в процессе обучения

The article deals with the ways of formation of valuable attitude to pedagogical knowledge among the undergraduate students of pedagogical university. The relationship between this process and the mechanism of overcoming cognitive difficulties of motivational, cognitive, organizational and reflexive nature is analyzed. The specificity of organizing discussions in the form of a class, aimed at forming students' understanding of the importance of pedagogical activity is described. The experience of the Institute of Innovative Educational Practices in organizing research activities of undergraduate students within the framework of the conference "Teacher: Mastery and Inspiration" is considered.

Organization of design and research activities of students in teaching elements of series theory

This article is about organizing the design and research work of students through project work when teaching elements of series theory in high school. When teaching elements of series theory, the possibility of dividing the design and research work of schoolchildren into four types is described. The mechanisms for organizing simulation-restorative, scientific-implementation and creative-design work of students are given. The types of project work of schoolchildren, tasks and stages of their implementation are highlighted. It has been determined that teaching the elements of series theory using the project method meets the requirements of the modern credit education system and can meet the tasks posed from the point of view of our time. The article defines the features of the concepts “project method”, “design method”, “using the design method in the classroom”, “design and research work of students”, design teaching technologies. When using the design method, it is stated that special design work (tasks) that puts students in a problem situation, its features and the possibility of getting out of this situation, including a set of different methods that encourage students to search and conduct research. In addition, it is shown that the use of the design method makes it possible to evaluate not only the preparation process, but also the final result of the students’ work.

Научно-исследовательская деятельность студенческой молодежи: факторы влияния и инструменты активизации

Научно-исследовательская деятельность студенческой молодежи: факторы влияния и инструменты активизации

SHARING SESSION SUASANA AKADEMIK DI LUAR NEGERI BAGI MAHASISWA TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BERINOVASI

The Information Technology Study Program, Faculty of Computer Science, Amikom University, Purwokerto, has grown in terms of the number of students, but requires accreditation by the Ministry of Education and Culture. Active involvement of students in various activities is a key factor in achieving good accreditation results. However, some students were not involved in extracurricular activities, which limits their knowledge, skills, social networks, and interpersonal skills. Lack of motivation, interest, and opportunities to innovate were identified problems. A program was proposed to address two problems facing Purwokerto University Amikom Information Technology students: lack of motivation to seek additional experience and engage in innovation, and underutilization of PkM activities and study center programs. The proposed solution was in the form of a sharing session about studying abroad, where students will learn about the IT student atmosphere at Amikom Purwokerto and gain motivation to innovate. This program involved a partnership with the Malaysian Technical University Melaka, where Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Naim Che Pee as resource person and guide. The results of the activities carried out showed that student motivation increased to be more innovative, for lecturers to make students aware that they would involve students in research activities and community service, as well as for study centers to manage programs that inspired students to develop innovation.

The Formation of Ethnopedagogical Local History as a Means of Professional Training of Future Teachers

In the presented article, based on the works of scientific teachers, the socio-cultural and scientific-pedagogical prerequisites for introducing future teachers to the living sources of folk pedagogy are identified. Separate historical approaches to the organization of ethnocultural local history are described. The author highlights the theoretical, methodological and practice-oriented functions of ethnopedagogical local history. The main directions, contents and methods of organizing search, research, and self-educational activities of students in the process of ethnopedagogical local history in villages are described. The experience and positive results of organizing ethnopedagogical local history at the Pedagogical Faculty of Osh State University are summarized. Specific examples show how students expanded and deepened the knowledge of folk pedagogy acquired in the process of studying pedagogical disciplines. The multifunctionality of ethnopedagogical local history reflects the integrative nature of ethnopedagogical and local history knowledge. In conclusion, the Author comes to the conclusion that ethnopedagogical local history in the future can function as a full-fledged type of pedagogical practice.