Higher Vocational Education Research Articles

Exploring the Influence of Teacher Self-Efficacy on Teaching Quality in Higher Vocational Education

Exploring the Influence of Teacher Self-Efficacy on Teaching Quality in Higher Vocational Education

FACTORS IMPACTING NURSING STUDENT'S ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ON HIGHER VOCATIONAL EDUCATION IN SHANGHAI, CHINA

The study aimed to explore the key factors influencing the academic achievement of nursing students. Emphasizing the human capacity for self-directed learning and behavior, this research investigates the impacts of school values, teaching and learning, interest in courses, and learning engagement on students' academic achievement. The study aims to assess the current levels of these variables, design and implement Intervention Design Implementations (IDIs) to enhance them, and determine any changes in these variables before and after the implementation of IDIs. The research design was a sequential exploratory mixed-methods design, combining qualitative and quantitative methods to develop an instrument for data collection. With a sample size of 378, the target population was nursing students from higher vocational education in Shanghai, with a sample size of 378 students. Preliminary findings revealed that the school's values, teaching, and learning, interest in courses, and learning engagement were generally low. A multiple regression analysis showed that school value (p<0.05), teaching and learning (p<0.05), interest in a course (p<0.05), and learning engagement (p<0.05) significantly predicted academic achievement. Experts developed and validated a theoretical model based on the findings, laying the groundwork for future interventions aimed at enhancing nursing students' self-regulated learning capability. The study aimed to explore the key factors influencing nursing students' academic achievement in higher vocational education in Shanghai, China.

Exploring the Path of Integrating the Spirit of Craftsmanship into Ideological and Political Education in Higher Vocational Education in the New Era

The social demand for “craftsman-type” talents in the new era has put forward new requirements for ideological and political education in vocational colleges. This article explores the connotation of craftsmanship spirit, the contemporary value and practical significance of craftsmanship spirit education and the effective path of integrating craftsmanship spirit into vocational, ideological and political education.

Application of Virtual Combined Simulation Model in Experimental Teaching of Intravenous Infusion in Pediatric Nursing in Higher Vocational Education

Objective: To explore the effect of virtual teaching combined with simulation models in the teaching of intravenous infusion skills in pediatric nursing in vocational colleges. Method: A total of 296 nursing college students from the 2021 cohort were enrolled in the teaching of intravenous infusion skills for children using virtual and simulation models called Simbaby. A questionnaire survey and operational assessment were conducted before and after the teaching. Result: Students were highly satisfied with the teaching of virtual combined simulation models, with an average score of 92.5 in the assessment of intravenous infusion operations. In the interview with the head nurse of clinical pediatrics, the evaluation of nursing students was good. Conclusion: The combination of virtual teaching and simulation models has a good effect on the teaching of intravenous infusion skills in pediatric nursing in vocational colleges and can be promoted.

Research on the Integration of Industry and Education in Higher Vocational Education

Research on the Integration of Industry and Education in Higher Vocational Education

Optimization Path for Employment-oriented Training of Computer Majors in Higher Vocational Education

This article proposes an optimization path for the employment-oriented demand in the training of computer professionals in vocational colleges. A series of improvement measures have been proposed by analyzing the current situation. Firstly, focus on optimizing the practical teaching process and increasing internship opportunities for cooperation with enterprises, to enhance students’ practical skills and work experience. Secondly, strengthen the cultivation of soft skills, including communication and teamwork abilities, and cultivate students’ ability to adapt to the real working environment. At the same time, establish a close integration model between industry and education, offer courses closely related to the needs of enterprises, and improve the employment competitiveness of graduates. Finally, teachers should encourage students to participate in project practice, cultivate the ability to solve practical problems, pay attention to industry development trends, and flexibly adjust teaching content. Through these measures, it is expected to better meet the demand for high-quality talents in the computer industry, and enhance the employment competitiveness and career adaptability of graduates.

Research on the Operation Mechanism of Modern Apprenticeship System in Higher Vocational Education -- Taking H Vocational and Technical College as an Example

"Modern apprenticeship" as a positive response to the national policy call for the cultivation of higher vocational personnel practice exploration, not only can promote vocational education to accurately serve the social and economic development, but also promote the interactive development of the education system and the industrial economy, is to promote the construction of modern vocational education system is an important strategic choice. This paper takes H Vocational and Technical College as an example, analyzes the background, practical exploration and problems and effectiveness of modern apprenticeship operation mechanism, and strives to explore the specific path of the construction of modern apprenticeship operation mechanism of higher vocational colleges and universities under the current national conditions.

Practice Exploration of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Vocational English Teaching under Informatization

With the rapid development of information technology, artificial intelligence has gradually become a research hotspot in the field of education. Especially in higher vocational education, English teaching as an important basic course, the reform and innovation of its teaching mode is particularly critical. With the continuous development and popularization of artificial intelligence, English teaching in higher vocational colleges will usher in new development opportunities and broad prospects. The purpose of this study is to introduce a potential series of intelligent teaching tools into higher vocational English teaching, enrich teaching methods, and effectively improve teaching efficiency. Based on this, this study will discuss the application of intelligent teaching tools in higher vocational English teaching, as well as the benefits and challenges.

Exploring Pedagogical and Digital Practices in Vocational Education and Training: Comparing Teacher and Student Perspectives

This article investigates the pedagogical and digital practices of vocational education and training teachers, offering comparative insights from both teacher and student perspectives. To this end, two questionnaires were constructed for teachers and students and then validated by means of inter-judge procedures and expert review. The questionnaires were administered to representative samples of 158 teachers and 309 students in intermediate and higher vocational education and training programs in the Spanish region of Catalonia. Thanks to institutional collaboration, it was possible to obtain both samples by a non-probability sampling technique. The results obtained from the quantitative analyses performed show that while most vocational education and training teachers utilize a combination of active and lecture-based methods, less than a third incorporate online tools, prioritizing institutional platforms. Although both teachers and students acknowledge a diversity of teaching strategies, the latter, particularly female students and those in advanced years or on dual programs, tend to be more critical of the effectiveness of the teaching strategies employed compared to their teachers. The findings underscore the need for vocational education and training programs to enhance digital tool integration and address the varying perceptions of teaching effectiveness to better meet students’ expectations and needs.

On the Development of Higher Vocational English English Language Teaching in the Digital Era

The 2024 World Digital Education Conference was held in Shanghai, which built an important platform for digital education exchanges and cooperation, and also guided the direction for the development of education in the new era. Based on the background of the conference, this paper discusses achievements of Chinese digital education and the reform of higher vocational English teaching, so as to promote English teaching in higher vocational education and improve the English teaching quality.

Discussion on the Application of Flipped Classroom in English Teaching in Higher Vocational Colleges

With the rapid development of internet technology, educational technology is also advancing continuously. The flipped classroom, as a new teaching model, has demonstrated unique advantages in higher vocational English teaching. This article aims to explore the application effects of the flipped classroom in higher vocational English teaching and its impact on students' learning motivation and achievement. It elaborates on the important role of the flipped classroom in higher vocational English teaching and analyzes the current status of its application in practical English teaching in higher vocational education. In light of the existing problems, effective solutions are proposed. The research results show that the flipped classroom model can significantly improve students' interest in English learning and their academic performance, while also enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Investigating the impact of mobile interaction gamification on 4C skills: Perspective from student at vocational higher education in Indonesia

The realm of education has a highly significant impact on advancing civilization in a country. Various factors have been studied and proven to enhance different skills in the educational sector, including gamification aspects. The popularity of gamification has become a trend as a tool to create an engaging learning environment for students. Students show high interest and engagement when a subject is associated with gamification. While many studies have examined 21st-century skills, precisely the 4C skills of critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, and collaboration, few have yet to explore their connection with gamification, especially in higher education in Indonesia. This study aims to investigate students' opinions about the effects of gamification on 4C skills. The method involved an investigation through questionnaires with 105 students, comprising 25 questions on a 5-point Likert scale, and structured interviews with students meeting specific criteria. The findings indicate that several aspects of the 4C skills strongly relate to students' gaming habits, particularly critical thinking and creative thinking skills. However, gaming habits have a meagre impact on communication and collaboration skills, suggesting that not all components of the 4C skills can be enhanced through gamification. In addition, most of the 4C skills, critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, and collaboration, could see enhanced effectiveness through targeted strategies and practices. Further studies are recommended to explore using practical materials in several courses to test gamification through evaluations or other learning media.

Enhancing Student Affairs Management in Higher Vocational Education Through Digital Media

This study comprehensively analyzed the importance of digital media on student affairs management in higher vocational colleges. The current application status of digital media in student affairs management reveals extensive and profound effects. Digital media enhances efficiency and convenience in areas such as: extracurricular activities, socialization, academic performance, ,Student Personnel, Student Services ,Student Development, Communication Tools, Self-Satisfaction and fulfillment& Inclusivity and Diversity. The researcher employed stratified sampling to select 397 respondents from four higher vocational colleges in Jiangxi Province and used a comparative descriptive research design. Based from the data results the students are aware of the crucial role that digital media plays in these domains but their assessment of the role of digital media on student affairs management based on extracurricular activities, socialization, academic performance, and student personnel student services, student development, communication tools, self-satisfaction and fulfillment, and inclusivity and diversity is considered to be less important. With this It was recommended that school administrator should highlight the importance of recognizing and building upon the unique needs and preferences of students in different academic years to optimize the use of digital media for their holistic development and well-being. There is also a need for tailoring digital media strategies and resources to meet the unique needs and objectives of students in different disciplines and maximize the benefits of technology integration in their academic and professional pursuits.

Career adaptability in higher vocational education: examining crossover effects from headteachers to students

PurposeTo enhance the understanding of the antecedents of students' career adaptability, this study employs the crossover model to explore the potential transfer of career adaptability from headteachers to students and the underlying mechanisms involved.Design/methodology/approachThis study examined the proposed moderated mediation model using matched survey data collected from 37 headteachers and 1,598 students in Chinese higher vocational colleges.FindingsHeadteachers’ career adaptability is positively related to students’ career adaptability via students’ psychological capital. An increased frequency of headteacher–student interactions strengthened the indirect relationship between headteachers' career adaptability and students' career adaptability.Originality/valueThe findings suggest that, under certain conditions, headteachers’ career adaptability could be transferred to students via students’ psychological capital.

Exploration and Practice of Exhibition Course Teaching in Higher Vocational Education under the Background of the "1+X" Certificate System

Exploration and Practice of Exhibition Course Teaching in Higher Vocational Education under the Background of the "1+X" Certificate System

The Professional Quality and Competency Factors among Double-qualified Teachers

At present, the construction of the "double-qualified" teacher team in higher vocational education in China is still not perfect, and it is necessary to comprehensively optimize the teacher team system through educational practice. The researchers use that the analysis of the professional quality and competency scale will calculate the mean and standard deviation to gain a sense of the practices demonstrated by "double-qualified" teachers in higher vocational colleges, including the process of collaborative efforts, and the use of talents and perspectives to achieve outstanding results in teaching and research, and suggestions for the development plan of "double-qualified" teachers were proposed. The finding is reflective of the theoretical framework of McClelland summarized to pay careful attention to what to achieve success rather than based on intelligence-based assumptions but to let the test subject reflect the important points of the competency you intend to test, rather than to evaluate and estimate the underlying characteristics and properties through a test.

РЕАЛІЇ ТА НАПРЯМИ ПОКРАЩАННЯ ІНВЕСТИЦІЙ У РОЗВИТОК ПРОФЕСІЙНО-ТЕХНІЧНОЇ ОСВІТИ В КИТАЇ

Introduction. Over the past ten years, the Chinese government has attached great importance to the development of vocational education, improving its quality and optimizing its structure. Problem Statement. Realities and directions for improving investment in the development of vocational education in China. The purpose is to determine the directions of formation of an effective system of financing vocational education in China. Methods. The general scientific and special methods were used: analysis and synthesis, graphic, comparison, theoretical generalization, abstract and logical. Results. Attention is focused on the analysis of the current system of financing vocational education in China and the substantiation of proposals for optimizing its structure and forms, the need to increase non-fiscal sources of investment in its development. The authors analyze the current system of vocational education with Chinese specifics, consisting of secondary vocational education, higher vocational education and vocational education. The authors compare the financing of vocational and other forms of education, as well as the dynamics of changes in state funding per student. The structure of non-fiscal sources of funding for vocational education is analyzed. The uneven distribution of financial allocations of local authorities for vocational education in China is revealed. The effectiveness of measures to manage a special fund to improve the quality of modern vocational education is evaluated. Conclusions. Thus, at the present stage, the Chinese government seeks to build a modern system of vocational education with Chinese characteristics. The result-oriented approach to financing vocational education has been noted. At the same time, the structure of investment in its development is not effective enough. There is also a significant regional stratification of education costs. The author substantiates the need to deepen the interaction of industrial and educational policies in their unity. Transfer payments should be made on the basis of transparency and openness. The revenue structure of various educational funds should be improved.

Research on the Application of OSCE in the Skill Assessment of Students Majoring in Midwifery in Higher Vocational Education

As an important subject education content of higher vocational colleges, professional skill assessment has very high requirements for students’ comprehensive mastery of specialty theories and skills. As for current midwifery teaching in higher vocational colleges, the application of OSCE makes students widen their scope of reception for information related to specialty theories, improve their comprehensive abilities in clinical practice, and develop their professional ability, quality, knowledge and thinking. It also improves the quality of talent cultivation for midwifery in higher vocational colleges. In this regard, the paper is based on the status quo of the skill assessment of students majoring in midwifery in higher vocational schools, in which the application elements of OSCE are analyzed, and the application strategies of OSCE are proposed.

Study on the Actual and Contingent Integration of Traditional Culture into Higher Vocational Education

By analyzing the historical and contemporary implications of Chinese excellent traditional culture, we analyze the actual and contingent research on the integration of traditional culture into higher vocational education from three aspects: cognitive concept, curriculum and teaching mode. In terms of cognitive concept, there exists instrumental rationalism that emphasizes pragmatism over spiritual connotation; in terms of curriculum, there exists the problem of shallow content and insufficient credit hours; in terms of teaching mode, there exists the deficiency of formalism and lack of teachers. Based on this, from the contingent level, it is proposed to adhere to the people-oriented, top-level design of curriculum ideology and politics; to integrate the combination of excellent traditional culture and professional connotation into the curriculum system; to strengthen the construction of teachers, and to innovate the teaching pedagogy in terms of the teaching purpose, content, implementation, methodology, and evaluation, and other measures. Ultimately, the aim is to achieve a balanced and appropriate development of humanistic and professional aspects of vocational education.

Exploration of the International Academic Model of High Vocational Education in Landscape Architecture in China

This article deeply explores the international talent training model of campus forestry major in higher vocational colleges. In the context of globalization, the gardening industry has an increasing demand for talents with international vision and professional skills. The article first takes GPST as an example to analyze the current situation of international talent training in forestry majors in higher vocational colleges, and points out the existing problems and deficiencies, including a single talent training model, weak bilingual teaching faculty, insufficient international practice links, and the curriculum system and international Not enough integration. Then, the article proposes research directions such as building a diversified talent training model, strengthening the construction of bilingual teaching faculty, strengthening international practice links, and updating the curriculum system to align with international standards. Finally, the article gives practical strategies such as clear training goals and positioning, strengthening international cooperation and exchanges, innovating teaching methods and means, and improving the evaluation system and incentive mechanism, in order to improve the quality of training international talents in forestry majors in higher vocational colleges.