University System Research Articles

Creativity disposition on entrepreneurial attitude and intentions: A comparison between regular and distance (blended) learning university students

This study examined the entrepreneurial intentions (EIs) of conventional and blended learning students at a technical university in Ghana, using the theory of planned behaviour as a framework. Hypotheses were formulated to examine the moderating role of university support systems on the relationship between creativity disposition and entrepreneurial intentions. Data from 372 students were gathered through an online survey and analyzed using Smart-PLS software. Results indicated that creativity and attitudes toward entrepreneurship positively influenced entrepreneurial intent in both student groups, with attitude partially mediating the creativity-intent link. However, university support negatively moderated this relationship. A multi-group analysis showed no significant difference in EIs between the two student cohorts. Recommendations were made for the adoption of hybrid learning and policy considerations for universities.

College Students Career Planning Education System Construction Strategy

Career planning is an important foundation for college students to achieve high-quality employment. Entering the new era, college students are facing a brand new employment environment. To adapt to the changes in employment, colleges and universities should update the career planning education system promptly, enhance students’ employment competitiveness, and help students achieve high-quality employment. Based on this, this paper studies the construction strategies of the career planning education system in colleges and universities. The paper first analyzes the value of the construction of the career planning education system, and then expounds the main problems at present. On this basis, the paper puts forward specific strategies to help college students plan their careers scientifically and promote their good development.

Stakeholder communication in academic libraries: An exploration of annual reports and Instagram

Annual reports are an opportunity to demonstrate transparency and communicate with stakeholders. This article presents an exploratory content analysis of library annual reports and Instagram accounts in a state university system. The researchers synthesized common themes in content and structure developing archetypal formats of annual reports. These archetypes clarify the interplay between audience, purpose, content and design in developing a cohesive product. Findings indicate that libraries are neglecting opportunities to repurpose content between Instagram and annual reports. Information collected for the annual report provides content that can be tailored for Instagram posts, which in turn directs interested audience members to the full annual report. Finally, the best practices and strategies to improve communication and engagement with stakeholders identified by the researchers will be shared.

Assessing the effectiveness of implementing immersive technologies within university sustainable development systems

The subject of this study is the processes of assessing the effectiveness of the implementation of immersive technologies in the systems of sustainable development at universities. The problem that determined the purpose of the work is the lack of methodological tools for assessing the level of efficiency in the implementation of immersive technologies on the basis of sustainable development (using an example of Lviv Polytechnic National University). The authors’ toolkit includes a system of indicators, a methodological approach to the use of software for their evaluation, and a matrix for interpreting the results. The choice of the efficiency assessment method is based on the theory of fuzzy sets. The study of the factors influencing the effectiveness of the implementation of immersive technologies in the educational process has made it possible to form a system of integrated indicators, including indicators designed to comprehensively identify its level in the student and teaching environments. The indicator of effectiveness of immersive technologies implemented by students contributes to a thorough analysis of their ability to generate innovations based on such technologies. This indicator allows lecturers to determine the level of effectiveness of the use of immersive technologies in teaching. Taking into account the ideology embedded in the sustainable development systems of universities, the authors' indicators reflect the principles of sustainability. The GE/McKinsey matrix was adapted for the purpose of economic interpretation of mathematical results. The designed methodological tools were tested for courses at the Lviv Polytechnic. The following levels of student performance were obtained: 83.5, 61.5, and 69.8 units, lecturers – 91.2, 78.4, and 82.7 units, which indicates the productivity of lecturer training and a high level of students' understanding of project work tasks. This proved the validity and possibility of using the tools in university practice

Disparities in Food Insecurity and Academic Achievement Among California Public University Students: An Intersectional Approach

Background/Objectives: Historically racialized status (HRS) and low socioeconomic position (SEP) are independent risk factors for food insecurity and poor academic achievement among college students. Despite increased enrollment of students from historically racialized groups and low SEP, little is known regarding the intersectional experience of these contemporary student characteristics with food security status or academic achievement. The purpose of this study was to examine the intersections of racialized status and SEP with food insecurity and academic achievement among undergraduate students attending a public university system in California. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 1170 undergraduates who utilized their campus food pantry between June and August 2019 at nine University of California campuses. Racialized status and SEP were used to construct four distinct intersectional positions: (1) White, not low SEP (i.e., traditional students; reference), and three contemporary student groups: (2) White, low SEP; (3) HRS, not low SEP; and (4) HRS, low SEP. Using regression analyses, these intersectional positions were examined with food insecurity and grade point average (GPA), while controlling for other student characteristics. Results: HRS, low SEP students had significantly higher odds of experiencing food insecurity (OR = 2.72; 95% CI: 1.52–4.97) and lower GPA (B = −0.14, p = 0.05) than traditional students, after adjustment. Conclusions: Contemporary students are at increased risk of food insecurity and lower academic achievement compared to traditional students.

Bridging the Corequisite Divide: Lessons Learned from a Large, Minority Serving Community College

ABSTRACT The corequisite model is a promising developmental education reform effort that is helping students transition into college-level coursework more quickly. The purpose of this Brief is to offer recommendations to college leaders, faculty, and staff involved with implementing the corequisite model at their institution. Our recommendations are from a multi-year, mixed-methods research project conducted at one of the nation’s most racially, ethnically diverse community college systems in Texas. We use quotes from our interviews with corequisite faculty (51) and students (42) to represent broader themes on improving student success within corequisite courses. These interviews informed our recommendations to enhance classroom instruction, professional development, and implementation of the corequisite model. As the corequisite model continues to gain popularity across the country, we hope readers will consider our recommendations to ensure students receive the best support to ultimately improve equity outcomes in developmental education.

Dilemmas and Governance Strategies in the Implementation of the Modern Apprenticeship System in Chinese Vocational Colleges: A Perspective from Principal-Agent Theory

As China's industrial economy transitions towards high-quality development, the demand for highly skilled technical personnel has surged. The modern apprenticeship system, an important mechanism for deepening collaboration between educational institutions and enterprises, has been widely promoted within vocational colleges. However, nearly a decade into its implementation, this system faces challenges such as insufficient engagement from enterprises, loose relationships between schools and businesses, and a lack of assessment and feedback mechanisms. These issues have led to suboptimal outcomes in talent development. This paper innovatively applies principal-agent theory to expose conflicts in value demands, adverse selection, and moral hazards within the multifaceted principal-agent relationships among vocational colleges, enterprises, and the government. It proposes governance strategies that involve multi-stakeholder participation in policy-making, the establishment of qualification entry systems for cooperative enterprises, and the improvement of supervision and incentive mechanisms. These strategies aim to resolve conflicts and enhance cooperation efficiency, thereby providing robust support for the effective implementation of the modern apprenticeship system in vocational colleges.

Judge rules in favor of former professor

Case name: Greene v. Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, No. 1:22‐CV‐04309 (N.D. Ga. 07/18/24).

The Role of 3D Printing Technology Education and Practice Courses in Talent Training and Employment Guidance in Vocational Colleges

3D printing technology, that is, additive manufacturing technology, is a multi-disciplinary technology, involving mechanical engineering, materials science, architecture, product design and other disciplines. Vocational colleges as an important position to train high-skill talents, its educational goal is not only to teach students theoretical knowledge, but also pay more attention to training students’ practical ability and professional quality. In this context, incorporating 3D printing technology into the curriculum system of vocational colleges can not only improve students’ technical skills but also lay a solid foundation for their employment and career development. This paper will discuss the important role of 3D printing technology education and practical courses in the talent training and employment guidance of vocational colleges, with special emphasis on the positive role of the integration of industry and education and school-enterprise cooperation in promoting the employment of vocational college students, as well as the influence of enterprises on the empowerment of schools.

Demystifying Ambiguous Words in Request for Proposals of Information Systems in Japan

Disagreements in interpreting words in software requirements specifications (SRSs) can lead to project failure. Various approaches to identifying and preventing ambiguous words in SRSs have been proposed. Yet, it is unclear which ambiguous words are used in the actual SRSs and to what extent they need to be modified. This paper quantitatively analyzes existing SRSs to clarify (1) how many ambiguous words are included in SRSs and (2) how many of these words require correction. This paper targets the Request for Proposals (RFPs), which describe the initial requirements of 40 systems of local governments, libraries, universities, and hospitals in Japan. Ten ambiguous Japanese words were analyzed. The result shows that “juubun” (sufficient) appeared most frequently, and 42% required correction when this word was used. The result also indicates that the number of ambiguous words varied greatly among the RFPs and that larger RFPs did not necessarily contain more ambiguous words.

Research and Consideration on the Reform Path of Practical Teaching Quality Evaluation in the Five-Year System of Higher Vocational Colleges

Practice teaching is an important part of the five-year system of higher vocational personnel training. A perfect practice teaching quality evaluation system is an important measure to test the effect of talent training and promote the continuous improvement of teaching quality. Based on this, this paper studies the reform path of practical teaching quality evaluation in higher vocational colleges for five years. Firstly, it expounds on the significance of the reform of practical teaching quality evaluation, then analyzes the existing problems in the current practical teaching quality evaluation, and puts forward the corresponding reform path given the existing problems. Including scientific formulation of evaluation standards, focus on practical teaching process, establishment of daily evaluation mechanism, construction of five-year continuous training and improvement mechanism, and optimization of teacher team construction, to improve the quality of practical teaching in five-year vocational colleges and cultivate more high-quality and high-skill applied talents for the society.

The Effect of Green Entrepreneurship Education on Green Entrepreneurial Intentions: A Case Study of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China

This study integrates the concept of green entrepreneurship into the entrepreneurship education system, and grasps the correct way to promote the green entrepreneurship intention of college students. The model of promoting college students’ green entrepreneurship intention with policy support is constructed to answer the following research questions: what is the internal mechanism of green entrepreneurship education in promoting green entrepreneurship intention of college students in Guangxi, and how does green entrepreneurship policy affect its internal mechanism? Through a questionnaire survey of 304 college students from major cities in Guangxi, China, this paper investigates how college green entrepreneurship education affects college students’ green entrepreneurship intention through the desirability and feasibility of green entrepreneurship and actively explores the regulatory role of the institutional environment. The results show that the desirability and feasibility of green entrepreneurship play a mediating role between green entrepreneurship education and the promotion of college students’ green entrepreneurship intention, and the regulatory environment positively moderates the positive effect of desirability and feasibility of green entrepreneurship on green entrepreneurship intention. This study contributes to the literature on green entrepreneurship. On the one hand, by studying the mediating mechanism of green entrepreneurship desirability and feasibility, this study has added empirical evidence on the promotion effect of green entrepreneurship education on the green entrepreneurship intention of college students. On the other hand, this study emphasizes the impact of policy regulation on the strengthening process of college students’ green entrepreneurial intention. This study will help to build a characteristic and effective green entrepreneurship education system in colleges and universities, enhance college students’ green entrepreneurship intention and green core competitiveness, and drive them to enhance their sense of social responsibility and build “green development” values.

Students and Patients’ Compliance towards Dental Software Used In Private Dental College in Chennai - A Prospective Trial

Objective: This study aimed to assess the compliance and satisfaction of third-year undergraduate dental students and patients using the Dental Information Archiving System (DIAS) in a private dental college in Chennai, focusing on ease of use, time efficiency, and overall experience. Methods: A prospective trial was conducted at Saveetha Dental College, involving 100 dental students and 100 patients. Compliance and user satisfaction were measured using a questionnaire administered at two-time points: at the initial clinical appointment and after four weeks of using DIAS. The questionnaire included multiple-choice and Likert-scale questions addressing key aspects such as ease of use, perceived value, and efficiency of the system. Results: Patients: Awareness of DIAS increased significantly from 78% to 96% between the first and second visits. Patient satisfaction with the software’s time efficiency and perceived security improved drastically, with 93% finding the time spent reasonable by the second visit (p = 0.000). Confidence in data security rose from 4% to 85% (p = 0.000). Students: Familiarity with DIAS improved from 7% to 61% (p = 0.000), and preference for DIAS over traditional methods increased from 28% to 67% (p = 0.000). The time required for DIAS usage decreased, while the application of clinical knowledge increased from 67% to 74% (p = 0.008). Conclusion: The study demonstrated that both students and patients showed significant improvements in compliance and satisfaction with the dental software over time. Increased exposure led to better understanding and trust in the system, highlighting the potential of DIAS to enhance clinical education and patient care. However, challenges related to data security, interoperability, and the need for ongoing training remain critical for wider implementation.

A Brief Discussion on Innovations in Student Fee Management Systems in Higher Education Institutions Under the Network Environment

As the reform of the higher education system in China continues to deepen, the scale of institutions expands, and the channels for fee collection diversify, the types and quantities of invoices have also seen rapid growth. The application of student fee management systems in universities enhances the accuracy of fee management, showcasing advantages in intelligence, precise record-keeping, and statistical capabilities—qualities that traditional manual fee collection cannot match. However, several issues remain unresolved in practice. In traditional student fee management processes, the systems used are often isolated, preventing effective data sharing. Various problems have surfaced in student fee management, and addressing these issues is crucial for ensuring timely and full fee collection, which is key to promoting the rapid development of higher education.

The Red Sports Culture is Integrated Into The Public Sports Curriculum of Colleges And Universities Evaluation System Construction And Path Analysis

The red sports culture, which was born in the revolutionary era, is an excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation. Its inheritance and development reflects the theoretical consciousness of the coordinated development of "cultural power" and "sports power". The integration of red sports culture into the public physical education curriculum of colleges and universities is the in-depth analysis of the concept of cultivating college students' "cultural self-confidence" and the goal path of forging ahead "sports power". In this study, the literature method, Delphi method, expert interview method, analytic hierarchy process and other research methods are used to construct the evaluation system of integrating red sports culture into public physical education courses in colleges and universities, including 4 first-level indicators, 13 second-level indicators and 42 third-level indicators, and determine the weights of indicators at all levels. Finally, objective analysis and case enumerations are made according to the weights assigned to indicators at all levels. And put forward the path of integrating red sports culture into college public physical education curriculum construction.

THE GLOBAL RESEARCH TRENDS ON THE EARLY LITERACY IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

This study examines global trends in early literacy articles published in the Web of Science (WoS) database. Using a descriptive survey model and bibliometric analysis, 2879 articles from 1985 to 2023 were analyzed. According to the results, the number of articles and citations has increased significantly since 2005. The Journal of Early Childhood Literacy is the most prolific journal in this field. Most studies originate from developed countries, notably the USA, Canada, and Australia, with English being the predominant language. Key contributing institutions include the State University System of Florida and Florida State University. The author Justice, L.M., is a leading contributor with 42 articles. The most cited article, by Sénéchal & LeFevre, at 2002 has 1044 citations. The 'Education & Educational Research' category leads with 1751 articles, covering topics like education, psychology, and language and linguistics. Literacy, emergent literacy, phonological awareness, reading are the prominent keywords and recent trends include topics such as literacy environments and dual language learners. Researchers from the USA, Canada, and Australia are prominent in collaborative efforts. This study analyzes global trends and key contributors in early literacy research, providing valuable insights for researchers and decision-makers about future directions and research gaps in the field.

The Role of Educational Institution Administrators in Operating the Student Care and Assistance System at Vocational Colleges in Chonburi Province

Background and Aims: The objectives of this research are as follows: 1. to study and evaluate the operational level of the student care and assistance system. Students in vocational colleges in Chonburi Province 2. To compare the performance of the student care and assistance system in such colleges classified by status. and 3. to propose guidelines for operations related to the role of school administrators in developing student care and support systems for students in vocational colleges in Chonburi Province. Methodology: The sample group in this research consisted of administrators and teachers from vocational educational institutions in Chonburi province, totaling 269 people, using questionnaires as a tool for collecting data. which has a reliability value of the questionnaire at 0.97. For data analysis, basic statistics were used, including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. As for hypothesis testing, t-test statistics were used. Results: The finding found that (1) The opinion regarding the role of educational institution administrators in operating the student care and support system Students in vocational colleges in Chonburi Province Overall it is at a high level. (2) Level of opinions regarding the role of educational institution administrators in operating the student care and assistance system, classified by gender, found that overall there was no difference. When considering each aspect, it was found that the areas of student promotion and development were significantly different at the 0.05 level. While knowing each student individually student screening Preventing and solving student problems. And in the forwarding aspect, no differences were found. (3) Level of opinion regarding the role of educational institution administrators in operating the student care and assistance system, classified by status It was found that there was a statistically significant difference at the 0.05 level. Especially in the area of ​​student screening and in the area of ​​student promotion and development. which were significantly different at the 0.05 level, while no differences were found in other aspects. Conclusion: The study discovered that vocational college administrators in Chonburi Province are widely perceived to play an important role in student care and support. While gender had no overall impact on these opinions, there were differences in student promotion and development, and status had a significant influence on perceptions in areas such as student screening and development (p < 0.05).

First-Generation College Students’ Intergenerational Narratives of Redemption and Upward Mobility

SYNOPSIS Objective. This study explored the role of intergenerational narratives in the motivations and goals of first-generation college students. Design. Reflexive thematic analysis examined narrative responses to open-ended questions regarding their motivations and goals for college enrollment. Results. Analyses generated a central theme: breaking the family cycle of poverty to achieve upward mobility. This theme included three subthemes: attaining financial stability, obtaining a higher level of education than their family, and challenging oppressive university and societal systems for a better future. The participants often approached their intergenerational narratives in two distinct ways: “self-initiated” and “parent-initiated.” In parent-initiated narratives, participants centered their parents in their intergenerational stories. They stated that their parents’ stories inspired them to attend college, break the cycle of poverty, and avoid the hardships their parents experienced. Conversely, in self-initiated narratives, participants centered themselves in the intergenerational stories. They expressed their aspirations to break the family cycle of poverty and avoid the challenges they and their families faced while growing up. Conclusions. These findings underscore how first-generation college students’ intergenerational redemption narratives shape their motivations for pursuing higher education and life goals.

Bibliometric analysis of research hotspots and global trends in patient safety education for nursing students.

Patient safety education for nursing students has recently garnered interest. However, there is a paucity of data on the key areas and global trends over time. This study aims to analyze research patterns in the field of patient safety education for nursing students, identifying key contributors and global trends. A descriptive bibliometric approach was employed to analyze 782 articles related to patient safety education using data from the Web of Science Core Collection and CiteSpace 6.2. R4. Co-occurrence and co-citation analyses were conducted to identify prominent authors, institutions, countries, and common keywords. The analysis revealed contributions from 335 authors and 302 institutions across 78 countries. Levett-Jones T emerged as the most prolific author with 12 articles. The United States and the University System of Ohio were identified as the most productive countries and institutions, with 276 and 26 articles, respectively. Frequently occurring keywords included patient safety, education, medical education, simulation training, and standardized patients. This study provides valuable insights into the global research landscape of patient safety education in nursing, highlighting key contributors and trends. These findings can assist nursing students, educators, and researchers in identifying potential collaborators and informing future research to advance patient safety education in nursing.

Exposing postdocs to multiple institutional types: a PROMISE-ing intervention to prepare biomedical faculty

Biomedical faculty positions require experience as a postdoctoral scholar (or “postdoc”). However, there is a current misalignment with postdoctoral training and workforce needs within higher education. The majority of postdocs are trained to be research faculty while completing fellowships at research-intensive universities, despite the fact that the majority of US higher educational institutions (where these postdocs may be employed) focus on undergraduate education. This leads to postdoctoral scholars not having the opportunity to gain exposure to different institutional types where they could be employed. Importantly, they also lack the opportunity to build a network or receive mentorship from faculty at non-R1 institutions. This may be particularly true of underrepresented scholars. In this brief report, we describe the practice of the NSF-funded PROMISE Academy Alliance to bridge this training gap and support greater preparation for faculty careers at an array of institutional types by leveraging collaboration within a state university system. A survey of PROMISE Academy Fellows about their structured experiences engaging with other campuses (e.g., campus tours, workshops, speaking opportunities) reveals that visits to other campuses within the state system are informative and impactful, both on their research and their employment interests. The positive findings can hopefully inspire easy-to-implement changes in postdoctoral support across other university systems or regional consortia.