Teaching-learning System Research Articles

Development and psychometric testing of a questionnaire for assessment of medical science educators’ adherence to ethical principles in virtual education: exploratory sequential mixed methods study

BackgroundPrinciples of ethics are among the pillars of the teaching-learning system. Evaluation of educators’ adherence to principles of ethics in virtual education requires the use of reliable instruments. This study was carried out to develop and test the psychometric properties of a questionnaire for assessment of medical science educators’ adherence to principles of ethics in virtual education.MethodsThis is an exploratory sequential mixed methods study conducted in two parts. In the first stage (the qualitative phase), we used conventional content analysis to establish the concept of ethical principles in virtual education. Thus, 21 semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with 21 medical science professors on a face-to-face basis from March 2022 to November 2022. Subsequently, we developed the items of the questionnaire based on a review of literature and semi-structured in-depth interviews. In the second stage (the quantitative phase), psychometric features of the questionnaire were evaluated using COSMIN criteria (face validity, content validity, construct validity and internal consistency).ResultsConstruct validity was surveyed with exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis via completing the questionnaire by 300 medical science professors, who were selected using convenience sampling. The results of exploratory factor analysis yielded a factor loading of the 20 items of the questionnaire to range between 0.79 and 0.98, all the values being significant. The three factors of adherence to the principles of copyright, adherence to educational principles, and justice in evaluation, which were addressed by the instrument, were verified by satisfactory values. The confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) fitted the data well (χ2/df = 13), RMSEA = 0.01, CFI = 0.96, NFI = 0.97, and TLI = 0.99. The total interclass correlation (ICC) of the questionnaire was estimated to be 0.90. Moreover, the reliability of the instrument measured in terms of internal consistency was estimated 0.98.ConclusionThe findings of the study indicated that the questionnaire we developed for evaluation of adherence to ethical principles of in virtual education was valid and reliable enough. Therefore, the managers in the education system can employ this instrument to assess medical science educators’ adherence to principles of ethics in virtual education.

Faire enquêter les élèves sur et à partir de lacunes du savoir

This paper reports on one aspect of an experimental teaching-learning system that aims to identify and characterize the conditions for the development, in history classes, of a dynamic of reflection indexed to the epistemology of the discipline. With this in mind, we are modelling the articulation between knowledge and ignorance, which is likely to guide a school inquiry, to observe students’ ability to problematize. The cases analyzed enable us to identify different strategies relating to the relationship between what is known and what needs to be known, so that a historical problem can be constructed or avoided.

Elements of E-Learning that Facilitate or Hinder Learning Motivation: A Review

A new way of teaching has been spawned in the wake of the rapid growth of sophisticated technology. Digital technologies in some way enable the teachers to create teaching material that is more interesting because the learning is tailored to the needs of the students related to their upcoming professional workplaces. Moreover, students can easily and efficiently find learning materials by utilizing digital technology in the classrooms. Student participation in the classroom is increased, as is collaboration within the class. This can allow the student's proficiency to improve. Also, integrating digital technology in the classroom can create an enjoyable teaching-learning process, resulting in a positive attitude to learners, and they become motivated to participate in learning activities. Students can also become distracted or digress when using digital technology in English for Specific Purpose classrooms, for example, when using YouTube or smartphones in the learning process. As we know motivation is the key factor behind learning especially in educational institutions where teachers are the only source of motivation but through the interventions of digital technology learning become e-learning. In electronic teaching learning system presence of teacher is there but what are the other motivational factors in e – learning system that reinforces the learning of students. In the backdrop of this present paper explored the elements in e-content and e learning that act as a motivational element for students in virtual teaching learning process. in this paper researcher conducted a meta-analysis of the past researches conducted on e- learning and motivation. The results of the study points out that e-content and e-learning having interactive features like animation, better organization, collaborative features enhance the learning motivation of students.

경기도교육청의 IB 도입 현황 및 과제 탐색

Objectives This study will examine the status of the IB program imported by Gyeonggido Office of Education and measures to adopt and operate the program.
 Methods IB program-related data issued by Gyeonggido Office of Education were collected. In order to under-stand the IB program, the characteristics of the IB curriculum, the teaching-learning system, and the IB perform-ance evaluation were reviewed. The progress and challenges of the IB program in introducing the IB program were studied as well as its implication to explore the introduction and operation initiatives for the IB program.
 Results Gyeonggido Office of Education originally links the local curriculum with the school curriculum under the guidelines of the national curriculum. It can also be devised as a method of introducing and operating the IB pro-gram to restructure the school curriculum, to establish IB program-related subjects and to utilize school autono-mous time, to manage a joint curriculum, to earn credit form extra curricular learning.
 Conclusions To this end, a long-term and systematic roadmap for the introduction of the IB program is required along with IB school operation costs. Legal and institutional regimes must be prepared for teacher training and supply. In addition, it is necessary to expand opportunities for IB DP graduates to map out their careers.

A Comparison of Student Satisfaction Between Traditional Mode of Education and Blended Teaching-Learning System

Traditional education is also known as customary education, whereas the blended mode of education includes e-learning tools and technology combined with teacher-centric traditional classrooms. To achieve better educational outcomes, it is crucial to consider the satisfaction level of students. This helps in enhancing understanding and enriching the learning process. This study aims to assess student satisfaction between these two modes. The study was conducted through a survey and cross-sectional research method, employing a quantitative research design. The data, randomly collected, comprised 110 respondents, with the majority being females and fewer being males. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS software, with regression and correlation tests performed. The results indicate that the blended mode of education had a significantly higher impact on student satisfaction compared to the traditional mode. This review highlights the vital role played by the blended mode of education in facilitating a better understanding of lessons for students. The use of digital technology in traditional classrooms makes lectures and concepts easier to comprehend for students. However, it is important to note that this study had limitations, and future researchers should explore additional factors for a more comprehensive understanding.

ONLINE EDUCATION: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. STUDY ON PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION STUDENTS` AND TEACHERS` PERCEPTION

COVID-19 had a tremendous impact on education and the well-being of both students and teachers. The paper analyses the undergraduate students’ and academics’ perception of the online education services provided by the Faculty of Administration and Public Management (FAPM) of the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (BUES). Individual interviews and an online survey were carried out in order to reflect both the pros and cons of online learning and the determinants that significantly impact the satisfaction of the main stakeholders of the education services. Research findings reveal that despite the great challenges related to online learning, many opportunities have emerged to advance the quality of education. Thus, students and teachers agree on the fact that traditional education and online education provide both advantages and disadvantages, suggesting that, in the future, a hybrid teaching-learning system might help bring together the strengths of both approaches.

An Evaluation of English Textbook of Grade VII in the Light of Competency Based Curriculum in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, English textbook is the only material used widely for teaching English language. The textbook of class seven is designed based on the new curriculum following the experiential learning cycle, a theory of Kolb. The aims of this study are to justify the purposes of English textbook, to evaluate how the competencies are presented in the textbook and to check whether the experiential learning cycle is followed. Therefore, the study evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of this book regarding the presentation of four competencies as well as the presentation of four skills. Moreover, the research examines whether or not the units complete experiential learning cycle sequentially. The textbook provides enough opportunity for learners’ engagement. As the curriculum believes in learners’ autonomy and democratic practices, the book emphasizes group and pair work. However, there is very little scope for individual task. Based on the textbook analysis it is found that among 16 units, 7 units do not complete experiential learning cycle. During the evaluation the study also finds some other syntactic and semantic issues in the book. Beside these, the new curriculum is excellently organized. As it is designed following the new curriculum, it will have great impact on the teaching-learning system. Some recommendations are also made for improving the textbook for class seven.

Lecturers And Students Perceptions Of Web-Based Learning With Simaster

Indonesia has been designated as an area with PSBB (Large-Scale Social Restrictions) this is due to environmental conditions that are still spreading the COVID-19 virus. Thus causing a change in the method of organizing Learning and Teaching Activities (KBM), that is by changed the implementation of offline education to online education. It also occure Institute Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien (IDIA) Prenduan which uses information tecnology media and platform teaching-learning system, namely web-based learning with SIMASTER at IDIA Prenduan. In this research, the researcher used a qualitative approach with the type of phenomenological research. Data collection methods in this research used are interviews and documentation. The problem raised in this research is regarding the implementation of web-based learning with SIMASTER as various perceptions that lecturers and students describe about the implementation of web-based learning with SIMASTER and several opportunities and obstacles that occur in the implementation of SIMASTER-based lectures as well in the education Islamic study program at IDIA Prenduan. The learning process through SIMASTER uses a web-based learning system or digital platform. The opportunities of SIMASTER lectures always carried out, there are no empty schedules/classes, the lecture system becomes an information technology-based system and SIMASTER can be developed in hybrid lectures. The obstacles are lecturers who are not skilled in using SIMASTER and require more adequate internet network facilities.

Analyzing Critical Success Factors for Sustainable Cloud-Based Mobile Learning (CBML) in Crisp and Fuzzy Environment

Mobile Learning (M-Learning), driven by technological digital advancement, is one of the essential formats of online learning, providing flexibility to learners. Cloud-based mobile learning (CBML) provides value additions by providing an economic alternative to E-learning. Revolutionary changes in smartphone design and features have enhanced the user experience, thus encouraging mobile learning. During the COVID-19 pandemic, E-Learning and M-Learning allowed continuing education to occur. These methods continue to offer more opportunities to learners than constrained face-to-face classroom learning. There are many main critical success factors (CSFs) and subfactors that play an influential role in sustainable M-Learning success. The current study focuses on the assessment and ranking of various main factors and subfactors of CBML. Analytic hierarchy process-group decision-making (AHP-GDM)- and fuzzy analytic hierarchy process (FAHP)-based methodologies were used to evaluate and model the main factors and subfactors of CBML in crisp and fuzzy environments. Higher education institutes must strive to address these main factors and subfactors if they are to fulfill their vision and mission in the teaching–learning system while adopting sustainable M-Learning.

A comprehensive study on online teaching-learning (OTL)system and platforms

Online Teaching Learning (OTL) systems are the future of the education system due to the rapid development in the field of Information Technology. Many existing OTL systems provide distance education services in the present context as well. In this paper, several types of existing OTL systems are explored in order to identify their key features, needs, working, defects and sectors for future development. For this, different aspects, types,processes, impacts, and teaching-learning strategies of various OTL systems were studied. In addition, the paperconcludes with some future insights and personal interest in the further development of OTLs on the basis of previous research performed.

A comprehensive study on online teaching-learning (OTL)system and platforms

Online Teaching Learning (OTL) systems are the future of the education system due to the rapid developmentin the field of Information Technology. Many existing OTL systems provide distance education services in thepresent context as well. In this paper, several types of existing OTL systems are explored in order to identifytheir key features, needs, working, defects and sectors for future development. For this, different aspects, types,processes, impacts, and teaching-learning strategies of various OTL systems were studied. In addition, the paperconcludes with some future insights and personal interest in the further development of OTLs on the basis ofprevious research performed.

Assessment of Geography Teaching-Learning Process Through Game, in Pre-University Education

"Assessment of Geography Teaching-Learning Process Through Game, in Pre-University Education. A general problem recognized in the educational process is the need to identify the manner in which the teacher, as the factor with the greatest influence on learning, increases the students' school performance. The creation of a tool in the form of an interactive website, using types of languages to improve an easy understanding of learning, the formation of specific competences and the students’ enhanced motivation for study are the objectives of this study. This study evaluates the teaching-learning system through its own created game, using certain types of computer languages: HTML, CSS and JavaScript, from the perspective of measuring the impact of the effect on tests in the formative assessment sequence of students, compared to other teaching-learning methods. The experiment, observations, performance analysis and qualitative Google Forms questionnaires, suggested a high degree of student engagement and how game technology can facilitate teaching. As the results have shown that there is a strong difference between experimental and control groups, it indicates that educational play has had a positive impact on learning and increasing students' interest, confirming the advantages of learning through play. The teaching-learning model can be extended to use at national and international level. Keywords: teaching-learning through game; Geography; Google Forms; HTML computer language; CSS and JavaScript. "

Training course in human anatomy: Experience report

This work discusses the experience obtained in the extension project entitled "Training Course in Human Anatomy", provided by the Human Anatomy League (LAMAH) of the Federal University of Piauí (UFPI). The objective of this work is to expose the experience of nursing students facing the training course, highlighting the advantages and obstacles encountered. An active methodology was chosen, in which students shared their knowledge about each system with other members during meetings, in an active teaching-learning system. Thus, we infer that the methodology both provides a new experience and contributes positively to a better absorption and retention of the contents seen. However, an obstacle observed in the meetings was evidenced by the gap in the handling and mastery of natural anatomical pieces. Furthermore, the extension activity presented here constitutes an object to support the authors' knowledge of Human Anatomy.

Effects of Online Classes during Covid-19 at Tertiary Level in Bangladesh

In this modern era of digitalization, connecting people virtually is a state-of-the-art concept and demand of the time. Changing era demands improvisation of technologies and we must change not only to survive, but also to thrive. Besides, due to this unprecedented pandemic situation, online classes have become an indispensable part of teaching and learning system across the globe. However, every coin has its flip part and every benefit comes with its own limitation and online classes face some difficulties as well. Both the teachers and the students are going through novel online experiences either beneficial or challenging for them. Thus, by embracing the benefits and overcoming the obstacles all the stakeholders of teaching learning system can achieve their goals. In this paper, a study has been done with teachers and studentsthrough questionnaire survey. The purpose of this research is to study the benefits and challenges of online classes during Covid-19 pandemic at tertiary level in Bangladesh. The results suggest that, all the benefits and challenges discussed in the article are relevant and create impacts online classes. Besides, from the open-ended question asked to the teachers and the students, the research also provides some suggestions and recommendations to bring about some positivechanges the online classes.
 Green University Review of Social Sciences Dec 2021; 7(1-2): 208-219

Development and Evaluation of a Mobile Web-based Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Educational Program for Parents of School-aged Children with Food Allergy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This study aimed to develop a mobile web-based food allergy (FA) and anaphylaxis management educational program for parents of school-aged children with food allergies and evaluate its effectiveness. A mobile program was developed based on a web-based teaching-learning system model. Its effectiveness was subsequently evaluated using a parallel, randomized controlled pre- and post-test design. This study included 73 parents of school-aged children with food allergies. These parents were randomly assigned to either the experimental (n=37) or control (n=36) groups. The experimental group participated in a 2-week mobile web-based educational program that covered major topics in FA and anaphylaxis management. These topics included an understanding of food allergies and anaphylaxis, learning techniques for using an epinephrine auto-injector, and developing an emergency action plan. An educational booklet was provided to the control group. Participants completed a pre-test and two post-test questionnaires to evaluate the impact of the program. The assessment tools were the Food Allergy Knowledge Test, Food Allergy Self-Efficacy for Parents, and Food Management and Adaptation Scale. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, a test of homogeneity for the pre-test, an independent t-test, and repeated measures ANOVA. The experimental group experienced greater improvement in the knowledge of FA (post-intervention t=14.51, p<.001; 2weeks post-intervention, t=16.15, p<.001), FA self-efficacy (post-intervention t=77.99, p<.001; 2weeks post-intervention, t=76.09, p<.001), and practice behavior in FA management (post-intervention t=28.10, p<.001; 2weeks post-intervention, t=27.98, p<.001) after web-based FA education. This study revealed improvements in the knowledge, self-efficacy, and practice behaviors of parents regarding FA and anaphylaxis management. Therefore, the mobile web-based educational program can contribute to the effective management of food allergies and anaphylaxis for parents of school-aged children. CRIS registration: KCT0007491.

School Management Factors Affecting Student Quality: A Case Study of the Thai Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn School Group

The research objectives were to study the factors of school management and their guidelines that affect learner quality. The sample was drawn from one of Thailand’s 19 Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn (TRIAMPAT) group schools which have an enrollment of 30,644 students and 1,404 educators. Using a mixed research methodology and stratified random sampling 246 teachers and administrators were selected from 1,404 educators. This included 19 school administrators, 56 deputy administrators, 19 academic supervisors, and 152 teachers from eight learning groups. Descriptive statistics included the percentage, mean, and standard deviation used. Stepwise multiple regression and content analysis were also used. The results revealed that two factors affect institutional management and have a statistically significant effect on learner quality. These were the learning resource, media, technology, innovation, and research (x5) factors and the curriculum and teaching-learning system (x6) factors at the 0.01 level, with a predictive coefficient (R2 ) of 0.35. This indicates that x5 and x6 together predicted the quality of learners in the TRIAMPAT school group by 35%.

Acute supervision matters of student’s independent work

Searching new effective ways in teaching-learning educational policy modern school and university revise and redraft the educational programmes and curricula on a regular basis. The great amount of study time is devoted to the students independent work as it is considered to be an essential part in current-day teaching/learning process. Though, neither the management procedures nor practices have found a settlement. The article discusses the acute patterns of the traditional teaching-learning system of a foreign language and determines the main points in the effective guidance algorithm of the students independent work provided with the scientific approach to the class assignment.

The Consequences of Professional Learning Communities on Teacher Professional Development in Oman

Teaching is a complicated profession that involves constant fulfilment of several traits and qualifications for the entire length of the teacher’s career. Ideally, professional learning communities (henceforth PLC) have the potential to boost teacher professional development (henceforth TPD). Nevertheless, the execution of the PLC is not always implemented as planned. This research aims to determine the situation of PLC and the consequences of these communities on teacher professional development in some schools in Oman. Qualitative research using the descriptive approach was employed. Document analysis, interviews, and observation were triangulated to probe the consequences of PLC on teacher professional development. An intended sample of 13 informants participated in the study. These include teachers, principals, supervisors, and policy makers selected from six primary schools in the Ministry of Education in the Sultanate of Oman. The study revealed that there are not enough training programs for teachers, principals, and supervisors on how to implement these communities. Moreover, principals and teachers are all heavily burdened with administrative duties that impede them from focusing on the developmental implications of PLC. Furthermore, the lack of opportunity for teacher input in the entire teaching-learning system is a stumbling block to the recognition of the consequences of PLC on teacher growth. Despite that, the PLC offers a great opportunity for teacher growth if implemented in the right way. Keywords: Oman, professional learning communities, teacher professional development. DOI: 10.7176/JEP/13-24-06 Publication date: August 31 st 2022

Evaluating and Prioritizing Barriers for Sustainable E-Learning Using Analytic Hierarchy Process-Group Decision Making

E-Learning is a popular computer-based teaching–learning system that has been rapidly gaining global attention during and post COVID-19. The leaping changes in digital technology have enabled E-Learning to become more effective in recent years. It offers freedom from restrictions caused by geographical boundaries and provides time flexibility in the teaching–learning process. Apart from its numerous advantages, the success of E-Learning depends upon many critical success factors (CSFs) and barriers. If the barriers that lie in the way of successful E-Learning implementation are not addressed diligently, it will limit E-Learning success. It has been revealed through past research that these barriers are serious threats that need immediate attention in their redressal. This paper attempts to reveal sixteen barriers under four different dimensions by going through a comprehensive review of the literature and engaging decision makers. Furthermore, it uses the Analytic Hierarchy Process-Group Decision Making (AHP-GDM) methodology to evaluate and prioritize them. The results obtained show that barriers related to the Institutional Management Dimension (BIMD), Infrastructure and Technological Dimension (BITD), Student Dimension (BSD), and Instructor Dimension (BID) pose the greatest challenges in the successful implementation of E-Learning. The AHP-GDM methodologies reveal the comparative relationship among these barriers as BIMD &gt; BITD &gt; BSD &gt; BID and further quantify their negative effects as 46.35%, 29.88%, 12.30%, and 11.4%, respectively, on successful E-Learning systems (‘&gt;’ indicates comparative challenges).

Students’ preferences and challenges in learning English fully online with Google Classroom

The Coronavirus 2019 outbreak caused the world to experience a pandemic and paralyze human activities, including the education sector. Consequently, the teaching-learning system changed from face-to-face to online. This study aimed to determine how high school students' preferences and challenges in Pekanbaru city employing the Google Classroom to learn English. This descriptive study involved 30 high school and vocational high school students as the sample who obtained through purposive sample technique. Google Form and interviews with Zoom were employed to gather the data. This study found that Google Classroom was quite effective in helping students replace the learning process during a pandemic with an online learning system.