International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE)
Not a member yet
2012 research outputs found
Sort by
Exploring the relationship between strategic planning and educational performance: a systematic literature review
Get PDFIn the evolving landscape of education, strategic planning has emerged as a critical tool for enhancing institutional performance and achieving educational excellence. This systematic literature review aims to explore the intricate link between strategic planning and educational performance by synthesizing findings from a diverse array of studies. The review addresses the pressing need for a structured approach to improving educational outcomes. To achieve this, we conducted an extensive search of scholarly articles from reputable databases such as Scopus and Web of Science, focusing on studies published between 2020 and 2024. The flow of the study based on the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) framework. The database found (n=28) final primary data was analyzed. The finding was divided into three themes which are: i) competency development and assessment in education; ii) strategic planning and management in higher education; and iii) technological integration and innovation in education. The results highlight the significance of implementing a comprehensive and flexible framework for strategic planning that aligns with the specific requirements and environments of educational institutions. In conclusion, this research offers insightful information to educators, administrators and policymakers who want to use strategic planning to support long-term improvements in student performance and eventually advance the larger objective of educational excellence
Anxiety and self-belongingness of inclusive learners: the stance, facet overcoming
Get PDFIt was inevitable that young learners at this time would have to pay special attention to both prosaic life and their schoolwork. It is also acknowledged that the majority of learners live in a multi varied situations. This study focuses on and analyses academic anxiety and self-belongingness in learners in an inclusive setup. Academic anxiety is related to distinct characteristic of learner, including gender, venue, instructional media, and family structure. The study focused on these four personal characteristics, and an experimental design technique was used to perform the analysis. This was accomplished using a convenience sampling procedure, which yielded 284 samples. The descriptive analysis is assisted to examine the collected data. However, there is a significant variance regarding their locality of residency. As a result, there is an essential geographical divide between them. The study outcomes also revealed a correlation between learners’ academic concerns and sense of belonging. Significant differences in personnel parameters, such as the residential location of learners, were observed
Academics’ research productivity dynamics: psychological needs, research orientation, and desire for recognition
Get PDFMalaysian higher education institutions aim to improve their reputation and visibility by focusing on research publications. Consequently, they face complexity in motivating research productivity compared to the high demand for academic research output and diversity of academics. This paper aims to fill the knowledge gap in investigating the dynamics of research productivity through the interplay of psychological needs satisfaction (PNS) to share knowledge, research orientation, and desire for recognition as intrinsic motivators. This quantitative research surveyed academics (N=310) in public and private Malaysian universities and data was analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings revealed that both research orientation and desire for recognition play a critical role in motivating academics’ research productivity. Additionally, the study demonstrates that when academics perceive their psychological needs as satisfied, they engage in knowledge-sharing behavior (KSB), which positively affects research productivity, though not as significantly as previously assumed. The study contributes to the literature as pioneering research investigated the role of research orientation, and desire for recognition in motivating academics’ research productivity. It widens the decision makers awareness in higher education institutions to understand the intrinsic motivations of research productivity that motivate them to develop research productivity policies
Adaptation and validation of academic resilience scale in Bengali
Get PDFThe purpose of the current study was to adapt and validate the Academic Resilience Scale (ARS-30) in the context of West Bengal and other Bengali-speaking regions. The research included a total of 628 participants. The data analysis occurred in three stages. Initially, confirmatory factor analysis was employed to assess the factorial validity of the Bengali version of ARS-30 scale, revealing a poor fit for the original three-factor model. Subsequently, further exploratory factor analysis (EFA) suggested a more suitable two-factor structure. In the third stage, this newly derived two-factor structure was validated through confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) with an independent sample. The adapted scale, renamed ARS-19, measures two factors related to academic resilience: negative affect and emotional response (6 items) and positive adaptation (13 items). Results from validity and reliability analyses indicated that the ARS-19 is a valid and reliable tool for assessing academic resilience in the aforementioned context. This study contributes to the literature by proposing a valid and reliable academic resilience measurement for West Bengal as well as other Bengali-speaking regions, facilitating practitioners in assessing academic resilience among higher education students
Factors affecting pre-service teachers to adopt augmented reality in science learning
Get PDFThe advancement of augmented reality (AR) technology and its application in education presents an opportunity for pre-service teachers to incorporate it into the learning process, particularly in science subjects with abstract and microscopic materials. However, the adoption of AR technology among pre-service teachers remains suboptimal. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the factors influencing pre-service teachers’ adoption of AR in science learning. By employing partial least squares structural equation modeling, we gathered 211 responses through a questionnaire. The developed model has met the criteria of validity and reliability. The study’s findings reveal that perceived control and learning content significantly influence behavioral intention, while visual attraction and knowledge-ability do not. Clearly, their focus is on pedagogically implementing AR technology rather than visually developing it. Thus, it is recommended to provide training for pre-service teachers to apply AR science because many of them need an understanding of integrating this technology as a science learning media. This research implies offering insightful analysis and practical suggestions for the successful integration of AR technology into science learning, especially by addressing the variables affecting its uptake
Investigation of the factors affecting students’ self-directed learning readiness in the blended learning model
Get PDFMany factors influence the level of readiness for self-directed learning. This study seeks to examine the relationship between learners’ personal characteristics (gender, major, academic year), external factors (facilities, self-study time, peer influence, teacher support), internal factors (cognitive skills, metacognitive skills, attitudes, motivation), and self-directed learning readiness in a blended learning model. The aim is to identify the decisive influencing factors to promote learners’ readiness for self-directed learning and improve blended teaching effectiveness. A survey was conducted with 1,276 students participating in the blended learning model at Hanoi National University of Education in Vietnam. The data were quantitatively analyzed using structural equation modeling with the partial least squares approach in SmartPLS 3, as well as regression analysis in SPSS 20. The findings showed that external factors accounted for 68.7% of the variation in internal factors and 41.6% of the variation in self-directed learning readiness. The study also found that factors such as major and academic year had significant impacts on self-directed learning readiness, as evidenced by statistically significant differences with p-values less than 0.05. These results suggest strategies for educators to effectively address these factors to enhance students’ self-directed learning readiness in blended learning environments
Psychological and pedagogical conditions for the formation of the image of the future special educator
Get PDFIn contemporary educational paradigms, the formation of a positive image of teachers plays a crucial role in students’ learning. However, the psychological and pedagogical conditions that contribute to the formation of the professional image of teachers have not been sufficiently investigated. The use of innovative teaching methods and effective communication strategies, are key to improving the professional image of teachers and can significantly improve teacher training in higher education institutions. The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of psychological and pedagogical factors on the professional image of special educators, assess the effectiveness of innovative teaching methods in the training process of teachers. The study was experimental in nature and employed a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods, including interviews and surveys. The experiment involved 200 participants (180 students and 20 teachers), randomly selected from three universities in Kazakhstan. The results indicated that innovative teaching methods significantly improved teachers’ perceptions of their professional image, evidenced by an increase in the average score of participants from 68.5 to 85.4 (p<0.001). Data analysis also revealed a positive correlation between the teacher’s image and factors such as the use of interactive technologies and communication strategies
Design and implementation of VR lato-lato STEAM in engineering education science
Get PDFThis research focuses on integrating science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) and virtual reality (VR) in engineering-science education through a lato-lato game (clackers ball). The research analyzes the development trends of VR, particularly the integration of the lato-lato game in STEAM education. Using a waterfall model, the research develops and tests VR-STEAM applications, involving analysis, design, development, and testing phases, with expert validation and student implementation. Data was collected from 60 Indonesian university students and analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Over the past 5 years, VR in education has surged, enhancing learning outcomes and student engagement. The study shows that integrating technology and pedagogy is crucial for effective STEAM education. The design of VR-STEAM is validated and ready for use. PLS-SEM analysis indicates that the indicators are valid and reliable for measuring university students’ experiences. The study reveals that integrating STEAM with VR significantly enhances engineering-science learning (ESL), focusing on understanding, personal goals, communication, and cooperation. VR serves as a mediator that fosters 21st-century skills. The research recommends developing assessment tools to measure VR-STEAM ethnoscience and evaluate effectiveness, highlighting the importance of technology in improving learning and connecting concepts to real-world phenomena like lato-lato
The influence of mobile communication technologies in long-term e-learning
Get PDFCommunicative abilities constitute a crucial element of successful learning and interaction. The psychological impact of the prolonged lack of face-to-face contact with the peer audience and teachers typically remains an unresolved problem, despite the availability of appropriate online learning methodologies and technical tools. This study aims to ascertain a quantitative assessment of social maladjustment and a reduction in the level of communicative competence resulting from prolonged distance learning and the use of mobile devices in communication. The research employs a quantitative approach and is based on a survey of students who participated in eight socio-psychological training sessions (A-trainings). The training sessions are oriented towards refining the personal qualities of individuals and facilitating their adaptation to the fluctuating conditions of learning environments. The analysis of pre-and post-training results was compared with the results of the control group. The research findings indicate a positive impact of socio-psychological training on the enhancement of communicative skills and emotional well-being of students
A review of research on environmental awareness based on bibliometric analysis: initiation, progress and future
Get PDF“Environmental awareness” (EA) is an important factor in helping to eliminate environmental problems and mobilizing individuals and communities. This study addresses the vast literature on EA by presenting a bibliometric analysis of 564 EA studies in the social science citation index (SSCI) in the Web of Science (WoS) database. The study started with a query of EA-related publications in the WoS database and included an exploration stage covering topics such as distribution by years, most cited journals, publishing countries and active universities. The second stage involved the visualization of EA research on keywords through analysis and visual maps using Biblioshiny and VOSviewer software. The third stage involves naming the constructs and identifying their main characteristics. The analysis of keywords and the cluster names made in the light of these words provide a broad perspective of EA research. The final stage, validation, aims to determine the validity of the constructs based on the relationships between concepts. The overall results of the study show that EA research is influential across the world and is shaped around various themes. The identified themes guide future research and policymaking by emphasizing environmental education, sustainability, early childhood education, active learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration