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Fostering Primary Education Leadership Towards Effective Teacher Professional Development in Yunnan Province, China
Get PDFThis study examined the relationship between primary education leadership practices of school administrators and the teacher professional development (TPD) initiatives implemented by the university. Specifically, it assessed leadership across four dimensions—instructional, transformational, distributed, and socio-political—and explored how these influenced various aspects of professional development, including continuous learning, collaborative practices, technology integration, and contextual responsiveness. Utilizing a descriptive-correlational research design, data were gathered from 200 primary education teachers through structured survey instruments. Results indicated that instructional leadership was the most prominently practiced, while transformational and distributed leadership showed moderate implementation. Teacher professional development was rated positively overall, with contextual influences and technology integration emerging as the strongest areas, though continuous learning showed relative weaknesses. Statistical analyses revealed no significant differences in assessments based on sex or age, but notable variations were observed by teaching experience, particularly in perceptions of instructional leadership and collaborative practices. Importantly, correlation analysis revealed significant positive relationships between leadership practices and teacher professional development, especially in the domains of instructional and socio-political leadership with technology integration and continuous learning. These findings underscore the critical role of adaptive and inclusive leadership in shaping effective professional development environments. The study concludes by proposing an Enhanced Leadership Capacity-Building Program to strengthen school leadership and ensure more relevant, sustained, and impactful teacher development efforts
The Impact of Background Knowledge Input on the Development of English Writing Skills Among University Students
Get PDF In recent years, Chinese university students studying English have shown notable improvements in their writing skills. However, without mastering the relevant cultural context, their writing cannot achieve optimal effectiveness.This paper examines the challenges Chinese college students face in English writing and argues that insufficient background knowledge of the target language’s culture hampers their performance. Current writing often reflects mother-tongue thinking, leading to “Chinese-style English” and structural mismatches between Chinese and English discourse. The study highlights the importance of cultural awareness as an integral component of comprehensive language competence and reviews how domestic English textbooks increasingly embed cultural information. To enhance students’ writing, the paper proposes several strategies. By enriching input and fostering a British style linear discourse mode, learners can develop clearer focus, better coherence, and more authentic expression in English compositions. The findings suggest that systematic enrichment of cultural background knowledge is essential for improving Chinese students’ English writing proficiency
Exploring the Primary Models and Their Efficacy of Health Education in Universities in the Zhanjiang Area During the Post-COVID-19 Era
Get PDF Objective Exploring the main models and educational effects of health education in undergraduate institutions in the post pandemic era in Zhanjiang region. Methods Randomly select second year students from two universities in Zhanjiang area to conduct a survey on health education models, and collect 2000 valid questionnaires; Randomly select 600 research subjects, divide them into three groups, and carry out training on three health education modes. Statistical analysis will be conducted on the awareness of infectious diseases (taking syphilis as an example) before and after the training.Results The three most popular models are "WeChat official account push", "set up stalls to distribute publicity materials" and "popular science lectures on infectious disease prevention and control". There was no statistically significant difference (P>0.05) in the number of syphilis awareness among colleges and gender groups. Prior to training, statistical knowledge was obtained, and there was no statistically significant difference (P>0.05), indicating that the three groups had the same level of knowledge; There were statistically significant differences (P<0.05) between the pre - and post training groups, indicating that all three educational models were effective. After training, there was a statistically significant difference between the groups (P<0.05), indicating that the three educational models had inconsistent effects; Compared with the other two groups, the "WeChat official account push" group had a statistically significant difference (P<0.05), indicating that the "WeChat official account push" model had the best effect; Compared with the other two groups, there was no statistically significant difference (P>0.05), indicating that the educational effects of the two modes were comparable.Conclusion In the post epidemic era in Zhanjiang, the most popular health education models include WeChat official account push, setting up booths to distribute publicity materials and popular science lectures on infectious disease prevention and control; The educational effect of WeChat official account push is the best, which is worth promoting vigorously; At the same time, we should also leverage the other two models to continuously carry out health education for college students and improve their level of infectious disease prevention and control
School Leadership Development and Arts-Based Pedagogical Practices in a University in South Korea
Get PDFThis study examines the influence of school leadership development programs on arts-based pedagogical practices among art and design faculty at a university in South Korea. Leadership training in arts and design management equips educators with skills to integrate creative, administrative, and instructional strategies, fostering innovation in teaching. Findings indicate that such programs enhance teachers’ abilities in curriculum design, technology integration, interdisciplinary collaboration, and reflective practice. However, challenges such as resource limitations and resistance to change persist. The research underscores the importance of tailored leadership development in promoting effective, culturally responsive arts education
Task Decomposition Training and Freestyle Stroke Efficiency Among Swimming Athletes in an Institute of Technology in Sichuan, China
Get PDFThis study examines the relationship between task decomposition training (TDT) and freestyle stroke efficiency among competitive swimmers at a technological institute in Sichuan, China. TDT, which breaks complex strokes into manageable components, has emerged as a critical methodology for enhancing technical precision and performance in aquatic sports. The research employed a descriptive-comparative-correlational design, surveying athletes on their TDT experiences and self-assessed stroke efficiency across multiple dimensions including body alignment, arm mechanics, kick efficiency, and breathing technique. Findings indicate that TDT significantly improves swimmers' technical understanding and execution, with notable enhancements in stroke timing, coordination, and hydrodynamics. However, areas such as body position alignment and energy efficiency showed room for improvement. The study reveals a strong positive correlation between structured TDT implementation and overall stroke efficiency, particularly among experienced athletes. These results underscore the value of systematic skill decomposition in swimming pedagogy and provide a foundation for developing targeted training protocols that can optimize athletic performance for competitive swimmers across different experience levels
A Study of the Construction of Tony Loneman’s Self in There There from the Perspective of Mirror Image
Get PDFThere There, the debut novel by Tommy Orange, breaks away from the traditional “homing in plots” often associated with Native American narratives. This work vividly portrays the struggles of urban Native Americans as they navigate cultural heritage and societal prejudice to achieve self-identity and identity reconstruction. From the perspective of Lacan's mirror theory, this paper analyzes the process of self-construction of Tony Loneman in Tommy Orange's novel There There. Tony, grappling with fetal alcohol syndrome, undergoes an identity crisis, moving through the chaotic pre-mirror stage, the self-awakening mirror stage, and the identity-reconstructing post-mirror stage. In the pre-mirror stage, Tony is unable to form a coherent self-image through external reflections, existing in a state of “fragmented body”. During the mirror stage, he begins to break free from the gaze of the "Other" through Native American traditions, his grandmother's guidance, and the music of Daniel Dumile, actively constructing his self-identity. In the post-mirror stage, Tony's heroic actions during the shooting at the Powwow mark the culmination of his self-identity, transcending the dependency of the mirror stage and achieving a reconstruction of subjectivity. Tony's struggle not only reveals the identity crisis and self-redemption of individuals within multicultural contexts but also offers profound insights into the identity struggles of Native Americans in the face of modernization
From Periphery to Nexus: Decoding Borderland Agency in Reshaping Transnational Fragrance Value Chains - Empirical Evidence from Yunnan's Plant-Based Aroma Industry
Get PDFThis article explores the fragrance and flavour industry from a global perspective, particularly focusing on the cooperation and development in Yunnan and the Lancang-Mekong region (Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam). Yunnan, as the main production area for natural spices in China, boasts rich spice resources and policy advantages, yet it remains at the lower end of the global industry chain. The countries in the Lancang-Mekong region occupy a significant position in the global spice supply chain due to their unique geographical and climatic conditions. Through comparative analysis methods, combined with theories of regionalism, competitive advantage, and international competitiveness, this article examines the competitiveness of the fragrance and flavour industry in the Lancang-Mekong region, and proposes development suggestions such as strengthening regional cooperation, enhancing technological innovation capabilities, and building brands. The research indicates that through the Lancang-Mekong cooperation mechanism, resource sharing, technological exchange, and brand internationalisation can be promoted, thereby driving the green and sustainable development of the regional spice industry
Exploring Differentiated Instruction in College English Teaching in the Context of ChatGPT
Get PDFThe rapid development of artificial intelligence technology has brought new opportunities and challenges to the field of education. As a large language model, ChatGPT has demonstrated powerful capabilities in language understanding and generation, providing new possibilities for differentiated instruction of college English. This paper aims to explore the paths of differentiated instruction of college English in the context of ChatGPT, analyze its advantages and challenges, and propose corresponding teaching strategies. The research adopts the literature research method and case analysis method. By analyzing the technical characteristics of ChatGPT and its educational application scenarios, it explores the differentiated instruction of college English based on ChatGPT. The research shows that ChatGPT can effectively support the differentiated instruction of college English, enhance students’ learning interest and learning effectiveness, but there are also challenges in terms of data security, ethics, and other aspects
Research on Green Supply Chain Management Practice and Enterprise Sustainable Development Strategy
Get PDFWith the deepening of globalization, competition among enterprises has become increasingly fierce, and transnational trade and supply chain cooperation have become the norm. However, this process has also brought about many environmental problems, such as over-exploitation of resources, increased pollutant emissions, and intensified ecological damage, which seriously threaten the sustainable development of the planet. In recent years, there has been increasing global concern about environmental protection, and governments, non-governmental organizations and all sectors of society have taken actions to promote green and low-carbon development. In this context, green supply chain management, as a key link between enterprises and their suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and end consumers, plays an increasingly prominent【1】 role in promoting sustainable development of enterprises and reducing environmental impact
A Historical Review of Interactions, Exchanges, and Integration in Xinjiang and Reflections on Paths Toward Comprehensive Embedding
Get PDFSince 2012, China has placed significant emphasis on reinforcing common ground among all peoples at home, introducing new requirements to promote communication, exchange, and integration among the Chinese people. This paper examines the historical development of these processes from three perspectives: historical context, current significance, and future prospects. It explores the value and importance of communication, exchange, and integration within this region. Guided by the province’s governance policies in the new era, the paper investigates practical strategies to enhance these processes across five key areas: spatial integration, cultural exchange, economic cooperation, social cohesion, and psychological identification. This analysis aims to provide theoretical insights to support ongoing efforts to strengthen national unity in China