International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE)
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The potential impact of generative AI on the future of higher education: a game-changer or a danger to academic integrity
Get PDFArtificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to improve education by substantially modifying knowledge acquisition. While the research on AI’s incorporation into higher education is growing, significant gaps exist in understanding its responsibilities, potential, implications for ethics, and privacy problems in educational settings. This study investigates AI’s transformative impact on higher education using a total of four essential objectives: the ever-growing capabilities of AI within customized instruction, the prospective use of smart tutoring platforms, AI-driven review and input procedures in learning evaluation, and the ethical and privacy issues inherent in these technologies. A systematic review of the literature (SLR) was carried out to answer research questions established utilizing population, intervention, comparison, outcome, and context (PICOC) criteria, resulting in a structured analysis of pertinent articles. To conduct a thorough literature search, the Publish or Perish (version 8) application and an API key were used to systematically access the Scopus database. Initial keyword searches yielded 567 articles, which were reduced to 29 following predetermined relevant screening, restricted access sorting, repetition removal, and content validation. The findings show that AI technologies are increasing personalized education by adapting instructional content to individual needs while also improving decision-making, resources deployment, and administrative duties. However, the integration of AI raises issues such as data privacy, potential redundancies of human educators, and ethical obstacles. These findings highlight AI’s immense potential for higher education, underlining the importance of tackling these problems regarding responsible and inclusive integration, furthering future research, and developing processes for responsible AI use in educational environment
An improved internal and external resilience framework for new high school teachers
Get PDFThe concept of resilience gained widespread recognition in the teaching profession as some new high school teachers are confronted with various challenges and pressures, which cause some of them to leave the profession during the first four to five years of their employment. By considering the guidance new high school teachers need to survive and retain their profession, this qualitative study aimed to identify resilient strategies used by new high school teachers. This study focuses on semi-structured interviews with twelve new high school teachers. After performing a thematic analysis, this study found internal and external resilience, with five strategies new high school teachers use to overcome challenges and pressures (internal: professional, emotional, and motivational; external: social and spiritual). This study validates the applicability of Mansfield’s four-dimensional teacher resilience frameworks (professional, emotional, motivational, and social resilience) to the resistance of new high school teachers in Malaysia. This study also improved Mansfield’s framework through its findings by considering a new dimension, spiritual resilience. The Malaysian Ministry of Education, specifically through public universities that train future high school teachers, can use these resilient strategies to develop intervention programs that enhance their resilience, thereby fulfilling the objectives of the Malaysia Education Development Plan (MEDP) 2013–2025
Digital technology’s impact on senior high school students’ religious attitudes
Get PDFThe advancement of technology has revolutionized student learning, shifting from traditional textbooks to digital tools, reducing teacher-student interaction, and impacting students’ perspectives and attitudes. Students with extreme religious views sometimes rely more on digital resources than traditional ones. This study examines: i) the effect of learning resources on students’ religious attitudes; ii) the influence of social status on their attitudes; iii) the relationship between students’ motivation for religious learning and their attitudes; and iv) the interaction between diverse learning resources and social status on students’ religious attitudes. Using quantitative methods and multiple regression analysis on data from 1,020 students in Central Java, Indonesia, and employing partial least square (PLS) modeling, the study explores the influence of religious resources, social class, and motivation on students’ views. The findings show that diverse learning resources significantly foster moderate religious attitudes, with social class also playing a pivotal role. Notably, students’ motivation for religious learning mediates the relationship between learning resources and social class in shaping religious attitudes. This study contributes to educational theory by highlighting the role of learning resources in shaping outcomes, social theory by demonstrating how socioeconomic factors influence religious attitudes, and religious theory by exploring the role of digital tools in shaping religious views. These insights provide practical implications for educators in designing effective religious education strategies and promoting moderation in the digital era while emphasizing the importance of face-to-face learning for meaningful dialogue
Professional training of future primary school teachers in the context of Kazakh ethnopsychology and ethnopedagogy
Get PDFWithin the realm of primary education, the educational content and structure for the present youth generation are aligned with state regulations and rooted in the national values and traditions of the people. National education content should be integrated into primary school programs, with a focus on nurturing it through the ethnopsychological features and ethnopedagogical traditions of the nation. With that in mind, this study aims to enhance the ethnopedagogical and ethnopsychological professional qualifications of primary school teachers with focus on their ability to incorporate Kazakh national spiritual values and traditions in educational process. Research methodology includes theoretical instruments, consisting of analytical, and synthetic techniques, as well as pedagogical experiment, conducted via elective course “developmental and pedagogical psychology” among two groups of third-year university students from the department of primary education. To evaluate the effectiveness of the teacher training techniques, proposed in this study, we conducted and compared results of preliminary and final assessment of students’ professional competence. The research outcomes show the beneficial nature of training techniques and include an analysis of the content of the training carried out. These research findings can be applied in the further development of the fields of pedagogy and primary school methodology
Beat the cheat: tendencies of academic misconduct and teachers’ interventions
Get PDFThis research employed an explanatory sequential mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative and qualitative techniques across two phases to explore the prevalence of academic misconduct (AM) and the interventions implemented by educators. Data were gathered from randomly selected students and purposively chosen teachers using structured and semi-structured questionnaires, based on specific criteria. The findings revealed significant occurrences of AM among students, including practices such as plagiarism, copying from websites, and sharing quiz answers via social media. Teachers also reported these behaviors, highlighting the multifaceted motivations behind students’ engagement in AM. In response to these challenges, educators implemented a range of interventions. These included confirmatory communication through phone calls and text messages, the introduction of gamified learning activities, constructive feedback on plagiarized work, and supportive outreach via private messages. In some cases, home visits were conducted to reinforce accountability. The study identified four key outcomes of these interventions: student compliance with academic integrity measures, acceptance of the consequences of misconduct, receptivity to feedback, and the phenomenon known as “Ningas Kugon” mentality, which describes inconsistent or transient changes in student behavior. Hence, this inquiry provides valuable insights into the dynamics of AM and the effectiveness of various educator interventions
Creative thinking enhancement through project-based learning in science: a meta-analytic review
Get PDFThis research investigates the impact of project-based learning (PjBL) on enhancing students’ creative thinking abilities through a comprehensive meta-analytic study. Creative thinking is recognized as an integral part of higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) required for success. Employing the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA), studies published between 2014 and 2024 were identified and synthesized from the Scopus database. Data analysis, conducted with R, assessed the impact of PjBL using effect size (ES) measurements. The findings demonstrate that PjBL significantly improves creative thinking skills compared to traditional teaching methods. Moderator analysis revealed that variables such as educational level, subject area, and learning model influence the outcomes, with the highest impact observed in high school and inquiry-driven subjects like physics. Variations of PjBL, including technology-enhanced models, such as Google Classroom-based approaches, further amplified its effectiveness, particularly in virtual learning environments. This study highlights PjBL’s adaptability and robust potential in fostering creativity and innovation across diverse educational contexts. The results provide practical implications for educators in designing tailored PjBL strategies to cultivate students’ creative thinking, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and technological integration in modern education
Explore activities management to support the care and education of public preschools
Get PDFThis study aims to explore the contents of the management of support activities for care and education, as well as the impacts of these activities on improving the quality of support and care for children in public preschools in Thu Duc city, Vietnam. To achieve this purpose, qualitative and quantitative research methods were used through the evaluation of relevant documents. At the same time, a survey of 175 people, including managers, teachers, and parents of students, was conducted. The research results show that although the management of support activities for care and education for children in public preschools has achieved some good results, it still reveals many limitations that need to be identified and addressed with appropriate solutions. Based on the assessment of the current situation and identification of the causes, this study has proposed suitable solutions to improve the quality of support activities for care and education for children in public schools in Thu Duc city
Factors affecting career orientation: indigenous ethnic minority students in Vietnam’s Central Highlands
Get PDFCareer orientation competency (COC) plays a crucial role in preparing students for lifelong learning and labor market adaptability. However, existing research has largely overlooked how this competency develops among indigenous ethnic minority students in culturally diverse and educationally disadvantaged contexts such as Vietnam’s Central Highlands. Addressing this gap, the present study adopts the social cognitive career theory (SCCT) to examine how personal, contextual, and behavioral factors interact to shape COC in this population. SCCT serves not only as a conceptual lens but also informs the development of the research model and interpretation of findings. A quantitative approach was employed using cross-sectional survey data collected from 669 ethnic minority students. Analytical techniques included reliability analysis (Cronbach’s alpha), exploratory factor analysis (EFA) for construct validation, and multiple linear regression to test predictive relationships. Results revealed six key determinants of COC: self-awareness (SA), expectations for results (ER), personal goals (PG), community connection (CC), career exploration (CE), and cultural identity (CI). Notably, CI had the most significant effect (β=0.308), suggesting its central role in guiding career-related behaviors. These findings have important implications for both theory and practice. They extend SCCT by integrating culturally specific constructs relevant to marginalized communities and they highlight the need for context-responsive career guidance programs that recognize and leverage students’ cultural identities. The study contributes to the empirical foundation for inclusive education policy reforms targeting ethnic minority youth in Vietnam
Exploring gender bias, belonging, and prejudice among IT students in higher education
Get PDFThis study investigates gender discrimination, inclusion, and belonging among information technology (IT) students in higher education, with specific objectives to assess their sense of belonging, classroom participation, and perceptions of gender bias. The research aims to identify persistent issues related to gender equity and propose actionable solutions to foster inclusivity. Using a descriptive research design, the study surveyed 180 student-leaders, purposively selected to represent various year levels and provide diverse insights into academic and extracurricular experiences. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire adapted and modified to fit the study’s context. The instrument included Likert-scale items focusing on dimensions such as belonging, teaching environment, gender discrimination, and prejudice. Findings reveal that while most students feel respected by peers and professors, subtle forms of gender bias continue to affect female students, limiting role models and occasionally undermining their confidence and engagement. Practical implications highlight the need for gender-sensitive curricula, mentorship programs, and policy adjustments to create a more inclusive academic environment. Recommendations include increasing female representation in leadership roles, conducting gender sensitivity training, and diversifying course materials. These strategies aim to enhance gender equity, support student success, and establish a culture of inclusion within IT education
Climate science literacy evaluation of senior high school students: a platform for science curriculum enhancement
Get PDFThe national achievement test results for grade 12 in Gingoog City Division revealed low science proficiency in critical thinking, information literacy, and problem-solving. This study evaluated science literacy related to climate science among senior high school students, focusing on scientific knowledge, competence, and attitudes as a platform for science curriculum enhancement. A descriptive-comparative design was utilized, involving 339 students from randomly selected public secondary schools, determined through stratified sampling using Slovin’s formula with a .05 margin of error. Three instruments were modified for the study and validated by experts: a 30-item multiple-choice test for scientific knowledge, a 10-item Likert scale for scientific competence, and a 20-item for scientific attitudes. A pilot test with 30 non-participants yielded a Cronbach’s alpha of .76, indicating acceptable reliability. Data analysis involved descriptive and inferential statistics. Results revealed that students in both academic and technical-vocational-livelihood (TVL) tracks generally exhibited low proficiency in scientific knowledge regarding climate change but high scientific competence and attitudes. Significant differences between academic and TVL students in scientific knowledge, competence, and affective engagement were noted. The study concluded that there is a need to improve educational strategies to address learning gaps. Curriculum enhancements should strengthen scientific understanding by integrating climate science topics and developing learning resources and activities