Training Of Students Research Articles

Analysis Of The Relationship Between Self-Concept And Self-Esteem And The Behavior Of Female Students In Reproductive Health Maintenanceat The District Islamic Boarding School Batanghari Multicenter Study

Reproductive health is a serious problem throughout human life. Vaginal discharge is one of the reproductive health problems of adolescents, especially one that women often complain about. Survey results show that 65% of teenage girls in Indonesia experience vaginal discharge. Self-esteem is an important component in forming a person's self-concept, where self-concept is an important thing in determining a person's behavior, including maintaining reproductive health. This research aims to determine the relationship between self-concept and self-esteem and the behavior of female students in maintaining reproductive health in Islamic boarding schools in Batanghari Regency. This research is a correlative descriptive quantitative research with a cross-sectional, multi-centre research design involving 3 Islamic boarding schools in Batanghari Regency. Sampling used random sampling. The total sample was 98 respondents. The data analysis used includes univariate analysis (respondent characteristics, self-concept, self-esteem, student behavior), as well as bivariate analysis to measure the relationship between self-concept and self-esteem. The results of the research showed that 63.3% of respondents had poor female student behavior in maintaining reproductive health. There is a relationship between self-concept (p-value: 0.008), Self-Esteem (p-value: 0.006) and the behavior of female students in maintaining reproductive health. The research results showed that of the 56 respondents with a negative self-concept, 44 (74.6%) respondents had poor behavior among female students in maintaining reproductive health. Of the 39 respondents with positive self-concept, 18 (46.2%) respondents had good female behavior in maintaining reproductive health. Efforts are needed from Islamic boarding schools to conduct training and health promotion for female students in maintaining reproductive health regarding self-concept and self-esteem.

Discoveries or doubts: a qualitative study of the transformative potential of portfolio meetings.

To adapt to medical school, students need to change their approaches to learning and study. Transformative learning through critical reflection on disorienting learning experiences supports perspective change to direct new activity. We explored how portfolio meetings support changes in students' perspectives towards learning and study during the transition to studying medicine. This qualitative mixed methods study explored changes in medical students' perspectives before and after two portfolio meetings with a mentor during the first year of medicine. Adopting a constructionist approach, we analyzed interview transcripts and written reflections from a diverse sample of students using reflexive thematic analysis. The findings were integrated during analysis. Transformative learning theory was our interpretive lens. Our analysis revealed five themes. Two themes represented students' initial apprehension about portfolio meetings: The Disclosure Dilemma and A Question of Priorities. The theme "Seeing the Big Picture" described new perspectives from reflection on learning while preparing for meetings. Clarity from Dialogue described changed perspectives to learning and study after meetings. In the theme Dialogue Disappointment, meetings perceived as unhelpful led to persisting doubts about the value of portfolio meetings. Transformative learning was evident when students described new insights into their learning leading to goal-setting and new study strategies. When initial meetings were helpful, doubts about portfolio meetings were dispelled, enhancing student engagement in future meetings. Not all meetings were transformative, highlighting the importance of student and mentor preparation and training. Further research is needed to determine whether early portfolio experiences shape later engagement in clinical contexts.

Some Measures to Develop Abstract and Generalizing Thinking for 4th-Grade Students in Teaching the Topic of Calculations with Fractions

Developing abstract and generalizing thinking is an important skill that helps people approach problems more comprehensively, creatively, and effectively in study, work, and life. In the modern world, we often face large and complex amounts of information. The ability to abstract helps us filter out unnecessary details, focusing only on important factors. Generalization helps us simplify information, making them easier to understand and manage. Grade 4 Math has a lot of potential to develop abstract and generalizing thinking for students.This article proposes some measures to train students' abstract and generalizing thinking in teaching the topic of fraction operations in grade 4. These are also some suggestions for managers and teachers of primary schools in Vietnam to improve the quality of teaching Mathematics in general.

Integrating Problem-Based Learning Through Worksheet Development To Enhance Students' Critical Thinking Skills

The principle of problem based learning is to carry out investigations to find the truth by studying theories, asking experts, and also by conducting experiments depending on the problems found. Worksheet based on problem design emphasizes student activities to search for information through various sources such as environmental investigations, studies related to issues according to the content, formulating problems, comparing investigation results, proposing and considering the solutions obtained. The average value results for advisability of the product from the two validators are presentation of content 95%, discussion 85.6% and language 97.5% are very advisability category. Student responses to teaching modules was 100% of students’ students stated they were eligible. To find out of effect of worksheet based on problem, from the results of statistical tests using the paired sample t test using the SPSS 26 application, it can be concluded that there is a difference in the average student scores before and after implementing the worksheet based on problem. The students' critical thinking test results obtained a gain score of 49.4 with a high category of 58.8%; 41.2% low; and 0% low. The conclusion from this development research is that there is an influence of worksheet based on problem on motion systems content in learning and increasing students' critical thinking. The presence of worksheet based on problem helps the process of training students' higher-level thinking skills

STUDY CONCERNING THE IMPROVEMENT OF SPEED THROUGH BASKETBALL SPECIFIC TRAINING

Background. The major importance of physical education lessons in higher education is achieved through their contribution to maintaining health, to compensating for the increased intellectual efforts generated by passing exams. Basketball training helps in the positive development of the general and specific motor capacity required by the subsequent professional activity, as well as to the achievement of the necessary framework for recreation and the practice of the favorite sport. Therefore, at this level, the achievement of the following objectives will be mainly pursued: – maintaining health and increasing the ability to adapt to changing conditions; – the development of the general motor capacity necessary to carry out the sports activity; – improving the somato-functional indices and optimizing the relationship between them. Physical training is a component of sports training that constitutes the pivot for all other components, constituting the starting point for the entire training process (Ardelean. T, 1996). General physical training has different weightages in training, depending on the experience of the students and for the training of beginner students it is very important that the time allocated is much greater than in the training of students from older years. Objectives. This study aims to find and offer, through specific basketball exercises, how to improve the quality of speed. Speed should be present in the equipment of the "motric luggage" of each student, considering the evolution of our modern society, to dynamic games. This speed quality motor offers several advantages to basketball players: – allows the execution of thechnical and tactic actions in a sustained rhythm. – gives the player a high degree of complexity and dynamic adaptation to playing basketball. – develops the player's thinking, attention, rationality and ability to concentrate. Methods. For this study we used the following research methods: documentation, observation method, statistical method, graphical representation method and experimental method. Results. For checking the motility of students enrolled in educational experiment we chose the following control samples: speed running 15m, speed running 20m and dribbling through cones. Conclusion. The results of this test depend both on the execution speed and the technique in performing the dribbling. We therefore recommend that these results can be improved both by increasing the speed of movement and the execution technique.

Mobile Adventure: RIAMOS to Strengthen the Development of Mathematical Logic and Language in Early Education in Rural Contexts

In the development of the substantive function of the link with society of the National University of Education (UNAE), the Mobile Adventure: RIAMOS project arises from the career of Early Childhood Education (EI), with the aim of building experiential learning experiences, from educational contexts that promote the comprehensive training of children in early childhood in rural contexts. Therefore, this research analyses the impact of Aventura Móvil: RIAMOS on the development of the areas of logical-mathematical relations, comprehension and expression of language in early education in rural contexts. We worked with a methodology based on a mixed approach, with a prevalence of a qualitative, descriptive and interpretative approach and a quantitative approach focused on the pre- and post-tests applied to children in rural parishes in Cañar and Azuay. Mobile Adventure: RIAMOS is a space that integrates different actors: students, parents, authorities, teachers, students in training for comprehensive education. Through the pre-test, educational needs were identified, which were strengthened throughout the class sessions through the implementation of innovative planning, relevant to reality. The post-test reflected the advances and progress made by each child with the application of the didactic strategies and activities. In summary, Mobile Adventure: RIAMOS proves to be an effective initiative to enhance the reinforcement and integral learning of children in rural environments.

TEACHING COMPUTATIONAL THINKING IN LEARNING COMMUNITY: A CASE STUDY OF SOLKAN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Slovene kindergartens and schools have introduced a learning community where teachers learn from and with each other, acquire knowledge, and strengthen students' skills. The success of such connections depends on shared values, attitudes, beliefs, and supportive mutual relationships. Teachers are essential when Slovene school participates in development projects B-RIN, aimed at introducing fundamental computer science and informatics content and computational thinking into kindergarten groups and school classes. When selecting members of the development team, the participants were guided by the criterion that the selected educators and teachers are open to exploring their teaching practices, capable of continuously upgrading and evaluating their pedagogical work, and developing and improving their teaching approaches based on the study of their practice, emphasizing student-centred approaches. The purpose of this contribution is to highlight the implicit theories and attitudes of the development team and school staff regarding the understanding and importance of introducing fundamental B-RIN content and computational thinking into teaching, not only in the STEM field but also in other subject areas, and to present the approaches with which participants have influenced the implicit theories and attitudes of teachers and educators within our VI organization. This is also because training students in computational thinking and fundamental computer science and informatics content significantly impacts the development of metacognitive strategies, such as problem-solving skills, especially for open-ended problems, self-regulation learning skills, perseverance in facing failure, consequently greater resilience, and encouraging creativity. Therefore, it also broadly impacts the mental health of students. Keywords: computational thinking, implicit theories and attitudes, learning community, metacognitive strategies, development team

University instructors’ and students’ perceptions of blended learning and perceived determinant factors

The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of instructors and students towards blended learning and perceived determinant factors at Jimma University. A concurrent mixed-methods research design was used. Data were collected from 145 students and 70 instructors by using questionnaires and interviews. The findings showed that both instructors and students confirmed the lack of facilities, lack of technological knowledge, and instructors’ lack of technological pedagogical knowledge. On the other hand, both instructors and students believed that the BL approach had a positive impact on students learning. In addition, the major challenges identified were teachers’ increasing workload, lack of access to internet connections, non-compliance of learners’ educational backgrounds to permit effective use of BL, non-suitability of the approach for all learning styles, slow internet connectivity, lack of organization of blended learning materials, and lack of IT knowledge. Based on the findings of the study, it is recommended that the concerned university officials give thoughtful attention to the provision of necessary facilities to implement BL and design appropriate training and capacity-building programs for university instructors and students to increase students' and instructors’ knowledge and skills in technology use. Keywords: Blended learning; challenges; determinant factors; instructors; perceptions

Coaching of Writing Students’ Thesis: The Implementation of Community Service

Learning to write a thesis is not only about getting a degree, but also about developing valuable skills and knowledge for an academic and professional future. Thesis allows students to develop their research skills. They learn about research methodology, data analysis, and constructing strong arguments. Writing a thesis requires a deep understanding of the chosen topic. This encourages students to become experts in their field of study. This service is in the form of training for students that aims to provide them with provisions to be able to write a good thesis. The service method used is presentation and discussion, where participants listen to presentations from speakers and then continue with discussions. Participants who take part in this service are students of STIESNU Bengkulu. The results of this service are expected that participants will be able to write a good thesis. This training has a major impact on improving the abilities of participants, namely students, in writing a thesis. The abilities of the participants have improved in writing a thesis, both in terms of presenting an interesting introduction, presenting a systematic literature review, being able to determine the right research method to answer the formulation of problems and research objectives, being able to present research results and compile relevant discussions, interpretations and implementations, and being able to make relevant conclusions and recommendations to users and further researchers.

EXPERIENCE OF IMPLEMENTING THE DISTANCE E-COURSE “STATISTICAL METHODS IN PHARMACY” IN THE MATHEMATICAL TRAINING OF FUTURE PHARMACEUTICAL SPECIALISTS

The article is dedicated to the issue of distance and online learning in higher pharmaceutical education. In the paper, the main principles and characteristic features of the concept of distance learning are outlined, the main advantages and disadvantages of using distance and e-learning in pharmaceutical and medical higher education are discussed. Considerable attention is paid to the use of distance learning technology in the process of math training for students pursuing higher education in the field of pharmacy. In addition to technical means and the structural-methodological component of the distance course development process, special attention is given to psycho-pedagogical aspects, which includes a focus on increasing the motivation of this group of education seekers to master disciplines related to exact sciences. It is demonstrated, using the example of the developed by the authors distance course “Statistical Methods in Pharmacy”, implemented with the LMS Moodle, that a successful combination of methodological approaches and innovative teaching methods, aimed at implementing a competency-based approach in education, along with modern information technology providing online access to educational content, including tools for feedback support, practical skills development, and automated self-assessment, ensures the effectiveness of achieving educational goals by learners and the formation of professional competencies defined by the educational program. The course was tested, certified, and implemented in the fundamental training of future pharmaceutical professionals at the National University of Pharmacy. It is concluded, that the implementation of distance learning technology in the practice of Ukrainian higher pharmaceutical and medical education is necessary not only due to the current conditions that make it impossible to organize full-fledged offline education but also because of the efficiency of these technologies, primarily for organizing independent students’ work, that ensures the development of learners’ autonomy, contributes to the development of information culture, general digital competence, and a range of soft skills, including communication, interaction, collaboration in a digital environment, and the rational use of study time.

English-Language Education at the Faculty of Theology of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University

Abstract: In the age of globalization, English-language education at theological faculties in Poland is playing an increasingly important role, especially in the context of international academic cooperation and the integration of foreign stu¬dents. This paper presents an analysis of English-language education at the Faculty of Theology of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University (UKSW), taking into account the importance of English-language programs for the development of theology in an intercultural and interreligious context. The impact of these programs on the spiritual and academic training of students and on the promotion of intercultural dialogue is discussed. Special attention is paid to good teaching and organizational practices that facilitate the adaptation of international students and support their academic and spiritual development. The methodology encompasses descriptive methods, along with participant observation and external observation techniques. The article is both practical and methodological in nature, highlighting best practices within academic communities in Poland, particularly in the context of university education in English-language theology, and addressing the nuances of intercultural communication. Keywords: English-language education, theology, Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski University, UKSW, education in Poland, foreign students, interculturalism, inter¬religious dialogue, English-language programs.

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.

Faculty Building for Personalized Medicine and Care

Personalized medicine and care always places the patient at the center and requires psychosocial interprofessional skills. Using the example of personalized care, which is conceived as clinical, biopsychosocial work in an interdisciplinary, care-relevant manner, it is shown why comprehensive and differentiated abilities are required for this activity. According to grounded theory methodology, an interview-study with several experts in the field was carried out in a cyclical research design. As a result, problem definitions and solution concepts suggested to focus existing and development of new curricula or curriculum elements, to focus training processes and students’ qualification profiles for the respective personell-, organizational- development and faculty building. The qualification profile, definitions of learning objectives, as well as their effective implementation and didactic mediation possibilities are empirically reviewed and presented in an overview and exemplary manner. The training is designed to be practice-relevant, patient-centered with sufficient personal reflection skills, which are conveyed through teaching in continuous small groups. Selection procedures and internships take into account the requirements of psychosocial care and academic standards. Workplace-based examinations and case-oriented feedback develop the trainees into professional workers. A priori necessary basic competencies are presented and discussed in order to further elaborate empirical research and curricular strategies. Therefore the respective faculty building can be derived.

MSW Student Wellness, Training Satisfaction, and Readiness to Address Substance Misuse

Social work educators aim to increase the goodness of fit between student preparation and the needs of the community. Because working with individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) can be emotionally challenging, training MSW students to do this well does require not only development of skills and knowledge but also a capacity to maintain personal wellness. The purpose of this study is to better understand how wellness strategies affect MSW students’ preparation. This study examined two strategies to maintain wellness used by MSW students, pro-active stress management and classmate support network, and their relationship to training satisfaction and student readiness to assist clients struggling with substance use. Thirty-three MSW students in the final month of their degrees completed program evaluation surveys in Spring and Summer 2020. We conducted linear regressions to assess how proactive stress management and classmate support network contributed to student satisfaction and practice readiness. While both proactive stress management and supportive classmate networks were significantly predictive of training satisfaction, only pro-active stress management also predicted several measures of student readiness to address substance misuse. Findings highlight the importance of student wellness in preparing students for practice, particularly the value of fostering student capacity for proactive stress management.

Barriers to the application of simulation technologies in the education of health care students

Abstract Simulation technologies (ST) in health and medical education are undergoing rapid development due to the undoubted advantages of the methods and forms of simulation used - high quality, significant efficiency, economy, reliability and safety for the patient. At the same time, the application of ST is still underrepresented in the education of health care students. The main aim of this study was to identify the barriers and perspectives for the application of ST in the education of health professional students in Bulgaria from the perspective of the respondents’ expertise. A qualitative study of the expert (n = 17) opinion of those directly involved in the introduction, application, and evaluation of the use of ST in the education of healthcare students was conducted in 2023 in Varna. The questionnaire regarding the barriers and perspectives in the use of ST in the education of undergraduate and postgraduate students in health specialties students was used. The main barriers to the widespread use of ST in the training of students were identified as follows: the lack of adapted curricula that combine traditional practical sessions with patients and those on simulators; the lack of a sufficient number of trained and motivated trainers; the reluctance of trainers to introduce or more widely use ST; lack of or insufficient space to locate a simulation centre or equipment in relevant core units; the high cost of purchasing and maintaining ST and limited financial resources, as well as the large number of students in the groups. According to one of the experts, ‘there are no barriers to the use of ST, but real patient contact and a personalized approach to the patient is impossible to replicate through technology,’ highlighting the importance in combining traditional training with real patients and modern with the use of technology. Ethical issues in training healthcare professionals with simulators appear to be a new aspect of medical education with the application of ST. Key messages • In the effort for widespread implementation of ST in the training of health professions students, it is important to achieve a balance with traditional training experienced with real patients. • Identifying and overcoming barriers is an important prerequisite for the rapid and widespread application of ST in the training of health care students.

The Role of Digital Media in Optimizing Project-Based Learning to Practice 21st Century Skills

The utilization of digital media in learning is crucial in the current era of education, especially in training 21st-century skills. This study explores digital media's role in optimizing project-based learning in an Islamic high school in Indonesia. The selection of this school as the research subject is based on the utilization of digital media in the learning process, which has been carried out regularly, so it is beneficial in optimizing project-based learning. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data collection was conducted through observation, interview, and document analysis. Data analysis techniques include reduction, display, verification, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that examples of project-based learning activities in this school include learning to make dioramas from recycled paper, resin bed lamps, generator mock-ups, environmental campaign posters, and plant naming signs. These project-based learning activities are instrumental in training students' 21st-century critical thinking, creativity, digital literacy, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Digital media in this study acts as an idea generator and inspiration to find much scientific information, not least related to making name signs on a plant. This study indirectly contributes insight into examples of teacher creativity regarding the use of digital media to create interesting and meaningful learning.

Medical students attitudes towards patients with disability: a scale validation study

BackgroundDisparities in health outcomes among persons with disabilities (PWD) are influenced by preventable factors including negative attitudes and discriminatory practices of healthcare professionals and the limited training of medical students in working with PWD.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to validate the “Medical Students’ Attitudes Towards Patients with Disabilities” (MSA-PWD) scale among Lebanese medical students and identify associated factors.MethodA scale validation study was conducted as part of the standard internal evaluation process at the medical school, using a cross-sectional design based on a qualitative content validity process, involving students from years 1 to 4. The study included questions from previous tools, and others encouraging students to reflect on their encounters with PWD and share their insights. Statistical procedures were applied to assess the reliability and validity of the tool, including construct validity, convergent validity, known-group validity, and trend analysis.ResultsAfter a careful selection of the related items, the MSA-PWD scale demonstrated high construct validity and internal consistency, along with good convergent validity and known-group validity. Factor 1 of the scale was able to differentiate between different enrollment years of medical students, correlating with the self-assessment tool for confidence in dealing with PWD and clinical experience scenarios.ConclusionThe “Medical Students’ Attitudes Towards Patients with Disabilities” scale validated in this study is a comprehensive instrument that can distinguish between different medical school enrollment classes. The newly developed scale was valid, and reliable.

Simulation training for invasive cardiovascular procedures: the Heart-SIMS-1 study

Abstract Introduction Interventional cardiology training has a long learning curve and exposes patients and clinicians to undesirable procedural risks. We aim to assess whether mentored simulation-based training with three dimensional (3D) printed models can improve the procedural skills and safety performance of beginners in coronary diagnostic procedures. Methods Twenty-nine final-year medical students from a single centre were lectured in the basic principles of invasive coronary angiography (ICA) for one-hour, and then randomized to conventional training or simulation training. Conventional training (n=15) consisted in watching a 20-minute video demonstrating all ICA steps in a 3D-printed coronary simulator. Simulation training (n=14) offered the same explanations in a hands-on training session with the 3D-printed model, in pairs, for 20 minutes. The co-primary endpoint was efficacy and safety of performing a simulated ICA in the 3D-printed simulator, installed under sterile drapes, in a conventional angiography suite. Efficacy and safety were graded by a blinded investigator using a pre-specified performance checklist, including the identification of procedural "red flags", graded 0-100%. The secondary endpoint was theoretical knowledge, assessed in a 25-question multiple-choice quiz, graded 0-100%. Results All participants completed the training and evaluation phases. Both elements of the co-primary endpoint were superior in the simulation group: efficacy score of 91.5 ± 3.8 vs 64.6 ± 8.3% and safety score 100.0 (100.0-100.0) vs 62.5 (20.8-79.2) %, p<0.001. The median number of "red flags" were 2 (1-4) in conventional and 0 (0-0) in simulation training recipients (p<0.001). Secondary endpoint was higher in simulation training: 85.7 ± 9.0 vs 76.8 ± 12.7% (p=0.039). Conclusion Mentored simulation-based training of medical students in ICA with 3D-printed models resulted in improved performance regarding efficacy, procedural safety, and theoretical knowledge.ResultsSimulation and evaluation setup

CORPORATE CULTURE OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS AS A GUARANTEE OF THE EFFICIENCY OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF FUTURE SPECIALISTS

Corporate culture occupies a prominent place in forming the image of a higher education institution, increasing its competitiveness and gaining popularity among applicants, students, and other institutions. On the one hand, corporate culture acts as a regulator of the behavior of teaching staff through a system of norms, rules, and values, and on the other hand, it acts as a guarantor of successful professional training of future specialists. The purpose of the article is to distinguish the meaning and phenomenon of corporate culture and to determine its place in the system of professional training of students. The main methods of research are comparative analysis of scientific-educational and methodological sources, regulatory and legal framework; and theoretical and empirical methods of generalization. Today, corporate culture acts as a universal socio-cultural phenomenon, a system of values, beliefs, business principles, norms of behavior, and traditions, which is an important intangible resource that provides social connections, communicative and information communication, harmonizes relations, affects the efficiency and competitiveness of the institution. This is an effective tool for the strategic development of a higher education institution, with the help of which employees identify themselves with the university, influence with their work the formation of its image and authority, success, and competitiveness. Corporate culture includes value-normative, organizational, communicative, socio-psychological, game components, and image structure of the educational institution, manifested at the internal and external levels. As a result of our research, we concluded the functional content, structure, and meaning of the corporate culture of higher education institutions.

Improve the Capacity of Regular Pedagogical Professional Training for Students of Preschool Education According to the Competency-Based Approach at Vinh University

Pedagogical training is the process of forming and training core pedagogical competencies for students, contributing to the formation of qualities and abilities for future teachers. Consistently enhancing the pedagogical skills of preschool education students can foster their professional capacity and equip them for successful careers. This approach also provides lecturers with more teaching experience and opportunities for professional growth. The connection and cooperation between the school and other units can lead to significant improvements in the quality of our educational programs.