Teaching-learning Process Research Articles

Awareness support in collaborative programming tools: An evaluation based on programmer's perception and eye tracking

Groupware technology is an essential asset for organizations and a successful medium to support social meetings and teacher-learning processes when people are geographically distributed. Computer programming is a domain that can take advantage of the Collaborative Work paradigm and of this technology. However, to be truly effective, groupware systems must provide suitable awareness support, i.e., be capable of informing users of the activity taking place and of the team outcome, so that they can build a setting for their work. The study of awareness mechanisms and their influence on collaborative programming processes is an open research question. In this context, this article contributes an experimental study to evaluate the mechanisms to support coordination, communication, and awareness of COLLECE, a distributed group programming system rich in awareness support. This study brings as a novel approach the combination of subjective and objective information sources, specifically eye tracking techniques, and incorporates a heuristic evaluation of awareness support based on a well-known framework. Thanks to this experiment, we have been able to verify that this blended approach, in which users participate intensively, provides a more comprehensive and deeper assessment of awareness and other coordination and communication mechanisms, and thus a better understanding of how their use can influence the collaborative programming process and outcome (program or piece of software). The study has revealed strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement of the evaluated system, and has yielded concrete results as to which are the most useful awareness components of the user interface not related to the activity supported by the system (programming), these being the traffic lights; the easiest to use, such as the session panel; or the components that impose a greater cognitive load, such as the multi-scrollbar. Regarding the relationship between the supported awareness dimensions and the quality of the collaboration outcome (computer program), the results point to the need to adequately support the What-Artifact dimension, i.e., highlighting in which part of the shared workspace (the source code) the user with floor control is working.

Model analysis of private teachers' innovative work behavior improvement after the COVID-19 pandemic

After the COVID-19 pandemic, educational organizations' learning process experienced significant changes, especially related to innovative work behavior. It is undeniable that building innovative work behavior requires strong self-efficacy and organizational commitment and is supported by conducive workplace happiness. This research aims to analyze models for improving the innovative work behavior of private teachers after the COVID-19 pandemic based on self-efficacy, organizational commitment, and workplace happiness. The research model is oriented towards a quantitative causality approach. Data was collected online using a Google form, and a sample of 100 teachers was obtained. Using a purposive sampling formula, the foundation for sample determination is geared toward a non-probability sampling strategy. Instrument tests, normality tests, regression tests, correlation tests, hypothesis tests, and coefficient of determination were all utilized in data analysis. The results of the study demonstrate that innovative work behavior is highly influenced by workplace happiness, organizational commitment, and self-efficacy. According to the study's conclusions, encouraging creative work behavior requires teachers to have the confidence to do so. Furthermore, the psychological state of educators has a significant impact on their ability to generate novel and creative ideas.

Does Perception Determine Knowledge? Evaluation of the Implementation of Historical Thinking as a Factor for Socio-Cultural Sustainability

Historical thinking plays a key role in the education of critical citizens who are committed to the world in which they live. Socio-cultural sustainability promotes respect for one’s own cultural roots (and those of others), averts the consequences of cultural homogenisation and fosters identification with fundamental values and human rights. The main objective of this study is to analyse the consistency between the perception of teaching–learning processes and the historical knowledge of secondary school students following the implementation of a teaching unit based on the methodological theory of historical thinking. A quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group was applied to 93 baccalaureate students (16–18 years of age) from the Region of Murcia (Spain). Two teaching units with different methodologies (experimental and control) were developed and compared. The results show a moderate degree of consistency between perceptions and knowledge in some variables in the analysis of the experimental group. Thus, it can be stated that historical thinking as a methodological theory contributes to promoting the idea of multiculturalism and has good academic results in terms of historical learning. In conclusion, the role of historical thinking as an influential factor in the perception and acquisition of knowledge is clear. In addition, it helps to preserve socio-cultural sustainability via community participation, the promotion of social justice and respect for other cultures.

El Uso de la Gamificación para Mejorar el Idioma Inglés en un Proceso de Enseñanza – Aprendizaje en una Escuela de Chone

The objective of the research was: Analyze how to improve English language learning through gamification at a school in Chone. Updated investigative information was examined that allowed us to identify reasons that limit students learning and that teachers face, which is why the use of recreational activities is considered important to use for a better teaching process, the literary review indicates that songs help students learn faster, enjoy classes, the gamification strategy, which is a technique that uses the game as a mechanism for non-playful contexts, which aims to optimize the stimulation and collaboration of students, to make music learning fun and interactive. The affirmation of the positive of the use of music is because the student becomes emotionally involved and facilitates a notable and explanatory argument for learning. The approach and type of research was quantitative and qualitative, the methodological process was a bibliographic review of specialists on the subject, scientific journals on the Internet, among others, in addition, and the results achieved indicate that 100% of those surveyed consider the use of gamification to be transcendental for the teaching-learning process of English as a second language, which will give students the opportunity to insert themselves into the current interconnected global world, which will be of pedagogical benefit, formative, social and economic.

자기주도적 수업 참여 프로그램이 과학교육과 신입생들의 자기주도성에 미치는 영향

This study aimed to investigate the changes in the self-directedness of freshmen in the department of science education through a self-directed learning participation program. It also aimed to investigate the meaning they gained from this program. In this, study 24 freshmen participated in. The results are as follows: First, the results of the self-directedness test showed statistically significant changes at the p < .01 level. The sub-items of attachment to learning, openness to challenges, self-confidence as a learner, curiosity about learning, acceptance of responsibility for learning, and self-understanding all showed statistically significant changes at the p < .05 level. Second, when examining the preparatory process for freshmen, efforts were made to recognize the class objectives and convey them to students to clarify, but no efforts were made to induce motivation to learn when approaching learning problems. And there was a lack of consideration of what should be taken into account for effective learning in the teaching-learning process. In addition, there was a lack of understanding of the reasons and methods for organizing and evaluating classes. Third, freshmen had positive thoughts about the self-directed class participation program, and they thought that it should be actively utilized in teacher training courses, and that allowing secondary school students to prepare and apply classes on their own would have a positive effect on learning. In conclusion, it is necessary to develop and apply such self-directed class participation programs for future science teachers, and should be applied in secondary school as well.

국악 교육에서의 PBL 모형을 적용한 메타버스 국악공연 제작연구

This study aimed to develop students' self-directed problem-solving abilities and explore new possibilities for producing Korean traditional music performances in the metaverse by applying the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in Korean traditional music education. The PBL teaching-learning process was structured into five stages: encountering the problem, planning for problem-solving, exploring and re-exploring, devising solutions, and presenting and evaluating. Through the process of planning and producing a Korean traditional music performance, students were encouraged to solve problems independently, and they carried out the performances they created using the metaverse platform 'ifland.' The results of the study showed that the production of metaverse Korean traditional music performances, using the PBL model, significantly improved students' self-directed learning abilities and collaborative learning skills. Furthermore, it confirmed the potential of Korean traditional music education within the metaverse environment. This study suggests that the application of the PBL model to the production of metaverse Korean traditional music performances can contribute to the modernization of Korean traditional music education and the advancement of educational methodologies. It also emphasizes the need to expand the use of digital platforms in Korean traditional music education in the future.

The influence of new media literacy to develop critical thinking in high school students / La influencia de la alfabetización en nuevos medios para desarrollar el pensamiento crítico en los estudiantes de secundaria

Critical thinking (CT) is considered one of the most important soft skills for student training and development, especially in an academic context in which students are immersed in a process of technologizing their teaching-learning process, are exposed to a large amount of information and are also great users of social media. The main objective of this study is to rigorously assess how new media literacy (NML) can influence the ability and willingness of students to think critically, and how CT and NML influence students’ perceptions of performance. Contrary to what is found in most of the literature, NML appears as a relevant antecedent to develop students’ skills and dispositions to think critically. These findings raise the need to deepen the study of the relationship between NML and CT.

Least mastered skills and effective instruction in teaching general mathematics in the Philippines

This study examined the relationship between the profiles of 31 General Mathematics teachers and their engagement in effective instructional practices, focusing on how these factors impact the number of least-mastered skills among students in General Mathematics. The study used questionnaires to gather information about instructors' academic and professional backgrounds, classroom resources, and instructional strategies. The findings revealed varying levels of engagement among General Mathematics teachers in effective instructional practices. Key areas measured included interactions with peers, teachers’ attitudes toward their profession, involvement in the teaching-learning process, limitations in teaching classes, classroom instruction effectiveness, encouraging students to engage in mathematical activities, confidence in teaching Mathematics, and monitoring student progress in Mathematics. Notably, factors affecting the number of least-mastered skills were linked to age, educational background, years of service, and possession of a postgraduate degree. Furthermore, a moderate positive correlation was observed between teachers' engagement in effective instruction, and skill mastery. Keywords: Effective instruction; general mathematics; instructional strategies; least mastered skills

Educational Software for Stress Analysis of Open Thin-Walled Structures

Thin-walled structures are commonly employed in aerospace and automotive structures because of their high strength to weight ratio. Design and hence the stress analysis of thin-walled structures is tedious and time-consuming. An educational software which can aid students in stress analysis of thin-walled open sections will enhance the teaching-learning process. With the present available software, the number of sections that can be analysed is limited, hence in this work, a generalized section has been developed through which many new complex sections can be generated and analysed for stresses. The objective of the present work is to develop educational software that will provide a solution for the section properties like centroid, moment of inertia and shear centre, and the stresses on the section for a given loading. The software enables students to select different cross-sections which may be subjected to bending, shear or torsional loads and evaluate the stresses on it. Results obtained through this software have been validated against literature. The software has been developed using MATLAB with graphical user interface (GUI). The software is expected to be a useful tool for effective teaching learning process of courses on thin-walled structures, aircraft structures and advanced mechanics of materials.

Influence of Eponymous Terms in the Everyday Language of Ecuadorian University Teachers: A Qualitative Analysis

The study investigated the manifestation and evolution of eponymic terms in the everyday language of Ecuadorian university teachers, considering historical, cultural and linguistic factors. It was analysed how the phenomenon of eponymy manifests itself in the everyday language of university professors and conceptualized its training and evolution. Interviews were conducted with 25 teachers. Bibliographic material was evaluated, and data were coded using Atlas.ti version 24. Categories, codes, dimensions and subdimensions emerging from the testimonies were identified and analysed. Three main categories were identified: "Evolution of Eponymic Terms", "Cultural Importance Granted by University Faculty" and "Key Use in the Teaching-Learning Process". The results highlighted the adaptation and familiarity with eponymic terms, their impact on professional identity and communication, and their value in education. Eponymic terms facilitate communication and teaching, creating a professional identity and reflecting technological and cultural changes in the Ecuadorian educational context.

GAMIFICATION AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION: PROMOTING THE ENGAGEMENT OF ALL STUDENTS

Gamification, defined as the application of game elements in non-playful contexts, has proven to be a promising strategy for engaging students in the teaching-learning process. When applied to the context of inclusive education, gamification offers opportunities to increase the participation of students with different profiles and needs, promoting a collaborative and engaging learning environment. This article explores the impact of gamification on inclusive education, analyzing how this approach can be used to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities and other learning challenges, can benefit from innovative methodologies. Based on a literature review and case studies, the article discusses the main benefits of gamification for inclusion, such as increased engagement, personalization of learning, and intrinsic motivation of students. It is concluded that gamification has a fundamental role in advancing a more inclusive and equitable education, highlighting the need for adequate infrastructure and teacher training for its effective implementation.

GESTÃO EDUCACIONAL PÓS-PANDEMIA: DESAFIOS E SOLUÇÕES PARA O ENSINO- APRENDIZAGEM

This paper analyzes the challenges and strategies of educational management in the post-COVID-19 pandemic context, focusing on the teaching-learning process. The pandemic has had a profound impact on the educational sector, requiring a restructuring of pedagogical and administrative practices. The objective of the research is to investigate how school management can help students overcome the learning gaps generated during remote and hybrid teaching, adopting innovative and inclusive practices. The methodology employed consists of a literature review and a qualitative survey with school managers, where data were collected on the strategies implemented. The results indicate that flexible, collaborative, and technology-oriented management is essential for educational success in the post-pandemic period. It is concluded that educational management must adapt to new realities, promoting the integral development of students and the recovery of learning gaps.

Advancements and Application of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Education

In the field of education, information technology has been widely used in teaching and learning activities, bringing more efficient learning process for teachers as well as students. However, there are still some problems. The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has brought a positive effect on the change of education technology. In this paper, the author did some investigation on the research of AI in education. The results of different researchers are divided into three parts in terms of application scenarios. The first part is student performance prediction. In this part, the author has categorized into machine learning and deep learning based on the kind of methods utilized. The second part is student data analysis, which can be functionally categorized into two directions, facial recognition and text analysis, based on the direction of the research. In the third part, the author summarizes some cases of AI-assisted teaching that are closer to actual teaching activities. These cases present solutions to the current deficiencies in the field of education, proving the efficiency of AI. Based on extensive research on many papers, the author suggests that AI currently faces difficult challenges in terms of interpretability, applicability, and safety. The application of AI in education can be improved in the future through technologies such as Open Learner Models (OLMs), expert system, and transfer learning. This paper provides an overview reference for research in this area.

Investigative and collaborative experimental activities using simple purification of curcuminoids by column chromatography

This work describes the use of turmeric in the teaching concepts and laboratory techniques of organic chemistry to students in introductory classes of licentiate, bachelor’s and industrial chemistry courses, as well as to pharmacy and chemical engineering students at Universidade Federal Fluminense, in Niterói/RJ/Brazil. Considering investigative and collaborative activities and Vygotsky theory, the discussed concepts were everyday natural products, green chemistry, purification and separation of organic substances, molecular interactions, organic compound extraction techniques, and thin-layer and column chromatography. The activities were applied for four 3-hour classes for 31 students in 7 introductory organic chemistry laboratory classes for Chemistry and for 43 students in 4 experimental organic chemistry classes for Pharmacy and Chemical Engineering courses, in the years 2022–23. The teaching-learning process methodology involved 4 moments/classes: a) discussions about organic chemistry; b) discontinuous extraction of turmeric and thin-layer chromatography; c) column chromatography; and d) discussions about results and the learning process. After the sequence of classes, it was possible to observe the students’ motivation with the ease of separating curcuminoids and the understanding of the relationship between theoretical concepts and practice, as well as the understanding of the importance of low waste production.

O LÚDICO COMO PROPOSTA ESTRATÉGICA PARA O ENSINO, APRENDIZAGEM E DESENVOLVIMENTO DE ESTUDANTES AUTISTAS

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by atypical development, behavioral manifestations, deficits in communication and social interaction, repetitive and stereotyped behavior patterns, and may include a restricted repertoire of interests and activities. It is crucial that schools are concerned with the quality of education, which requires the collective commitment of educators and students, aiming at the integral formation of citizenship through the effective construction of knowledge. In order to better understand autism within the context of regular schools and education for autistic individuals, we chose to conduct a bibliographical research, discussing the theoretical foundations relevant to the study. Upon concluding the research, we observed that the use of play as a pedagogical method can be highly effective with autistic students, providing an interesting and fun approach to learning acquisition. We recognize that autistic students have special educational needs that must be met by teachers in order to promote their development and ensure that they follow the teaching-learning process.

The Development of a Blended Instructional Model Using the Inquiry Process with Digital Games to Enhance Analytical Thinking Skills for Primary Students

Analytical thinking skills were an essential learning process for primary students. The research objectives were to 1) study the current condition, problems, and good practices regarding teaching and learning. 2) develop a blended instructional model using the inquiry process with digital games to enhance analytical thinking skills for elementary school. 3) study the results of using the instructional model. The research and development process was divided into 3 phases. Phase 1; study the current conditions, problems, and good practices regarding teaching and learning, the sample group included 377 teachers and 11 teachers. Phase 2; develop a blended instructional model, the sample consisted of 7 and 7 experts. Phase 3; study the results of using the instructional model the sample consisted of 34 grade 6 students. The data were analyzed by basic statistics and hypothesis testing statistics. The research found that 1) The current condition and overall problems were moderate level. The good practices included blended learning methods, the inquiry process, and instructional media with digital games. 2) The blended instructional model using an inquiry process along with a digital game included 4 core components: principles, objectives, management of teaching-learning processes, and measurement and evaluation. Seven experts evaluated and certified this instructional model that was appropriate in all aspects at a high level. 3) The results of using the instructional model found that (1) the analytical thinking skills of students who studied using the instructional model overall post-test were significantly higher than pre-test at the .05. (2) Measuring students’ learning achievement overall score post-test was significantly higher than pre-test at the .05. (3) Students’ post-test scores of the experimental were significantly higher than the control group at the .05. (4) Students’ post-test scores of the experimental were significantly higher than the control group at the .05.

Evolutionary Pedagogy: Evolutionary Foundations of Certain Pedagogical Practices and Their Implications in Teaching Processes

Human evolution is the result of highly complex biological, psychological and cultural changes over millions of years. This process can be traced back to the evolution of modern humans, thanks to the ability of human ancestors to adapt to environmental conditions. The evolutionary process involves the development not only of physical characteristics, but also of mental capacities and social structures. It is therefore a natural consequence that evolution has fundamentally influenced human cultural and psychological traits. The main reason for the emergence of fields such as evolutionary psychology and evolutionary psychiatry in the light of recent studies is the search for the contributions of evolutionary processes to such fields. Evolutionary pedagogy is basically the result of such a search. It was shaped as a result of the search for the reflections of psychological and cultural situations affected by evolutionary processes on pedagogy. Therefore, evolutionary pedagogy is a synthesis and it seeks to explain how many pedagogical practices may have been shaped in the evolutionary process. To this end, it draws heavily on evolutionary psychology and directly on human biological evolution. Such a quest for grounding predicts that a more beneficial process can be realized in the teaching-learning process by reproducing evolutionary situations in the classroom environment. In other words, the learning process can become more effective if teachers use the features compatible with evolutionary processes in their teaching techniques, classroom management, and the development of skills for learning to learn, and if they include them in the classroom environment. This is the main starting point of the study. Throughout the study, some examples of the pedagogical practices in which can manifest itself are emphasized. In addition to the explanations and examples given in the study, other researchers may associate different pedagogical practices with evolutionary processes. Therefore, evolutionary pedagogy is not only a new field but also a field that is open to the interest of researchers as a field open to development.

Examining The Impact of Digital Story-Based Learning on English Four Skills for Young Learners

Currently, using technology is meaningful and brings lots of changes to our lives as human beings. Especially in the education process, technology has supported the education progress of teachers and students. Combining and applying technology in teaching-learning processes, especially in education technology, has an essential effect on the teaching process. Introduce technology and its part to the students expected to help them improve their ability and support their development. Technology in education, including the digital form, brings the students a new way of fun learning. This study explores the impact of using digital stories in English four skills learning for young learners. The research was obtained by doing a literature review of the impact of digital stories on young learners. A current research study indicates the effects of digital stories on the development of the four English skills of young learners. The current research findings show that digital stories impact students' writing skills, including grammar and ideas or content of written stories.

Impact Level of Post-COVID-19 Burnout Syndrome in a University in Southeastern Mexico

Objective: The objective of this study is to determine the level of impact of post-COVID-19 Burnout Syndrome in the Faculty of Accounting and Administration at a university in Southeastern Mexico. Theoretical Framework: A diagnosis of post-COVID-19 stress levels and their relationship with tutoring activities in the teaching-learning process is designed and developed, highlighting the importance of mental health as established by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO). Method: The universe for this research will be one of the university’s affiliated centers. The methodology will be descriptive, using a questionnaire to measure three important aspects: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment. Results and Discussion: The results revealed high levels of emotional exhaustion in both students and tutors, as well as elevated levels of depersonalization. Lastly, most of the evaluated population shows low levels of personal accomplishment. Based on these results, it is suggested to implement actions for the tutorial action plan to prevent stress-related situations like those associated with Burnout Syndrome. Research Implications: This study presents a positive perspective, providing an opportunity to help students adapt to new situations, while tutors remain alert and motivated to prevent dangers such as chronic stress, depression, and suicide. Tutorial action is oriented towards providing the necessary attention to students during their academic journey, enabling them to achieve adequate academic performance. Originality/Value: This article offers an innovative perspective on burnout syndrome in the university environment. The uniqueness of this work lies in its diagnostic approach, which not only reveals the manifestations of burnout through attitudes, emotions, and beliefs, but also emphasizes the importance of early intervention.

Successful entrepreneurship, higher education and society: from business practice to academia

This research explores the coverage of success factors for entrepreneurship in higher education through the lens of the actual practice in prosperous company launchings. Accordingly, the paper analyzes how universities prioritize the importance of the success factors in entrepreneurship identified by business practitioners. Through the text analysis of a set of syllabi of courses on entrepreneurship we find that the success factors underlined in the teaching-learning process are the idea, business model, CEO, finance, and marketing. The exploration of a collection of recent papers on entrepreneurship education suggests that the factors emphasized by researchers are CEO, social impact, team, and formation. We find differences in the teaching-learning and research spheres regarding the ranking of success factors. Teaching-learning focuses on more traditional aspects of entrepreneurship and firm management, associated with key functional areas in companies. Research, in contrast, emphasizes social and psychological aspects and pays more attention to recent trends in management, like gender, diversity, and social impact. This suggests that research enjoys more flexibility and capacity for quick adaptation to new trends and ideas in society than teaching. Our findings imply that the process of teaching-learning in entrepreneurship must strive to remain closer to the reality of firms to prioritize the transmission and development of knowledge and skills more in accord with business practice.