International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE)
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Tailoring collaborative learning with jigsaw and VARK: a case study in teaching physics with environmental protection
Get PDFCollaboration is a crucial 21st century skill, requiring learning environments that foster teamwork while leveraging students’ individual strengths. This study aimed to enhance collaboration using the jigsaw strategy, which was adapted to students’ learning styles based on the model: visual, aural, read/write, and kinesthetic (VARK). The study involved 27 tenth-grade students in Ho Chi Minh City and focused on the topic “physics with environmental protection.” Students were initially grouped by learning styles into expert groups and later reorganized into mixed jigsaw groups to collaboratively address tasks related to environmental issues. A quasi-experimental design was employed, utilizing pre- and post-test self-assessment surveys, video observations, and group discussions to assess collaborative performance. Quantitative data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed rank test, while qualitative data provided deeper insights. Results demonstrated a significant improvement in team support (p=0.030), suggesting that aligning learning tasks with students’ styles foster group cohesion. However, participation and contribution showed minimal improvement, with students preferring reading/writing styles facing challenges in adapting to group activities. While the integration of jigsaw and VARK proved effective in enhancing collaboration, the study underscores the need to develop strategies to accommodate diverse learning preferences. Future research should involve larger sample sizes and consider teachers’ perspectives to optimize the practical implementation of learning styles in collaborative learning environments
Empowering professional learning communities: the role of middle leadership and teacher participation in decision-making
Get PDFProfessional learning communities (PLCs) are essential for fostering collaboration and continuous school improvement. However, their implementation faces significant challenges, including passive teacher attitudes, limited understanding of PLCs, increased workloads, and ineffective execution by school communities. Addressing these challenges requires a supportive organizational structure that enhances PLCs effectiveness. This study aims to examine the effect of middle leadership (MLT) on PLCs. Specifically, this study also examines the mediating effect of teacher participation in decision-making (TM) on the relationship between MLT and PLCs. Data were collected from 284 secondary school teachers in Penang and analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings revealed that MLT had a significant effect on PLCs, and TM mediates the relationship between MLT and PLCs. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers and school leaders on fostering a collaborative school culture through effective MLT practices, ultimately strengthening PLCs implementation in Malaysian secondary schools. Furthermore, these findings underscore the significance of empowering teachers participation in decision-making to enhance PLCs effectiveness
Emotional intelligence in teaching: a key to performance and institutional climate in basic education
Get PDFThis study addresses the lack of understanding regarding the relationship between emotional intelligence (EI), teaching performance, and institutional climate (IC) in basic education. As a solution, the study proposes evaluating and strengthening teachers’ EI to enhance both their performance and the school environment. Using a quantitative, non-experimental, correlational design, the research analyzed a randomly selected sample of 145 teachers. Validated questionnaires measured dimensions such as self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills, as well as teaching preparation and IC. The results reveal significant positive correlations between EI and IC (r=0.85) and between teaching performance and IC (r=0.78). This suggests that higher EI not only improves teaching effectiveness but also fosters a positive institutional environment. The study concludes that enhancing teachers’ EI can optimize both their performance and institutional dynamics, contributing to higher-quality education. The findings support the implementation of EI training programs as a key strategy to improve teaching performance and the school climate (SC)
Perceptions of audiovisual media in vocabulary acquisition among English learners: benefits and challenges
Get PDFLearning vocabulary through English audiovisual materials has long been a popular method among students. With the advancement of digital technology, this approach has gained even more attraction, leading to a growing number of studies that have investigated its effectiveness. However, there is a notable scarcity of research addressing the challenges that students face; therefore, the current study aims to explore students’ perspectives on the challenges along with the benefits of using audiovisual media as tools for learning vocabulary. This study was done through a quantitative approach using a questionnaire that included both open-ended and closed-ended questions. With the participation of 132 senior English-major students at Thu Dau Mot University in Vietnam, the study collected 117 valid questionnaires that provided valid data for analysis. Through descriptive statistics, the results reveal the improvements in pronunciation and listening skills, enhanced understanding of slang and idiomatic expressions, and increased exposure to the natural use of the target language. However, the findings also reveal that this method poses challenges for students, including misunderstandings stemming from the use of formal or informal language and an over-reliance on audiovisual media. Therefore, the study emphasizes the need for structured guidance to foster language learning outcomes
Development of a counselling-based self-wellbeing model for informal caregivers of childhood cancer patients in Malaysia
Get PDFCancer is a chronic disease that causes patients and their caregivers to face various challenges throughout treatment and care. This study aimed to develop a counselling-based self-wellbeing model for informal caregivers of childhood cancer patients in Malaysia. This study employed the design and development research (DDR). The first phase involved needs analysis using a systematic literature review and semi-structured interviews of nine caregivers of childhood cancer. The second phase involved two methods: nominal group technique (NGT) and interpretive structural modeling (ISM). The third phase involved evaluating the usability of the model through the Fuzzy Delphi method (FDM) with the agreement of seven experts. This study successfully developed a counselling-based self-wellbeing model for informal caregivers of childhood cancer patients in Malaysia. This model has 12 components consisting of: i) financial; ii) career; iii) knowledge related to management and care of child cancer patients; iv) emotional management and care; v) spiritual; vi) cognitive and rationalization; vii) social relationships; viii) roles of counsellors in helping parents; ix) spouse and family relationships; x) physical; xi) communication; and xii) facilities. This model is proposed to be used by counsellors, especially who serve in health institutions to help parents who have children with cancer
Maintenance management of physical infrastructure in educational institutions: a systematic review
Get PDFThe physical infrastructure of education in Latin America (LATAM) requires actions to ensure its conservation and maintenance in the different systems and levels. This is due to the absence of a maintenance programmed proposed by the State and the lack of trained personnel to implement it. The objective of this study was to analyze the importance of maintenance management of physical infrastructure in educational institutions. A systematic review was conducted following the guidelines of the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) methodology. The search process was carried out in the Scopus, ERIC, and Web of Science (WoS) databases, and eligibility criteria were established. The review covered the time interval between 2015 and 2023, and 16 English-language papers were selected. The results indicate that the lack of adequate and sustained investment, together with the lack of scheduled maintenance of educational infrastructure and the absence of structured maintenance plans, have a negative impact on student achievement. It is necessary for national and local governments to develop public policies focused on the conservation and improvement of educational infrastructure, incorporating modern management tools to facilitate this process
Influence of information and communication technologies on academic resilience in vulnerable contexts
Get PDFThis study investigates how the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) influences the academic resilience of high school students in Soacha, Colombia, an area with significant socioeconomic challenges. The objective of the research is to analyze whether greater access to and proper use of ICT can improve students’ ability to face academic and emotional adversities. A mixed methodology was applied, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with 300 students from three educational institutions, measuring ICT use and academic resilience through validated scales. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation (r=0.95) between ICT use and academic resilience, demonstrating that students who used ICT more frequently showed higher levels of self-efficacy, better stress management, and more efficient academic organization. These results highlight the importance of integrating ICT into educational policies in vulnerable contexts, given their impact on both academic performance and students’ emotional well-being. It is recommended to prioritize digital competence training in educational institutions to strengthen students' abilities to face academic and emotional challenges
Unveiling the emotional labor of overseas Filipino international teachers
Get PDFEmotional labor at work typically manifests through surface acting and deep acting. This phenomenological study examines the emotional labor experienced by 15 international Filipino teachers working in the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand. Guided by self-determination theory (SDT), the research explores their reasons for teaching abroad, as well as the challenges they face and how they navigate them emotionally. A qualitative design was employed using semi-structured interviews and framed narratives. Each participant engaged in one individual interview and one focus group discussion. Data were analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) to generate key themes. Findings show that deep acting involves emotional control, display of positive emotions, emotional exhaustion, experience of negative emotions, and emotional indifference toward self. In contrast, surface acting includes masking emotions, projecting artificial feelings, and withdrawal behaviors. The five major themes emerged as contributing factors to emotional labor: cultural adjustment, language barrier, professional challenges, limited support networks, and work-life balance. Coping strategies identified include emotional regulation, positive cognitive response, support from family and peers, and participation in recreational activities. These nuanced findings offer important insights for international teacher preparation, emotional well-being, and future research on cross-cultural educational contexts
Enhancing informatics teacher training in Kazakhstan through dual education and specialized educational platforms
Get PDFThis study addresses the gap between traditional informatics teacher training in Kazakhstan and the practical demands of modern classrooms. It explores the integration of dual education and the informaticedu.kz digital platform as a means to enhance methodological and practical competencies among future teachers. A mixed-methods design was used, involving 24 students from Pavlodar Pedagogical University. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and qualitative interviews. Quantitative responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-tests, and correlation analysis, while qualitative data underwent thematic analysis. The findings showed that the platform significantly supported lesson planning and methodological development, particularly among 4th-year students who rated the tool more positively than 3rd-year students. High correlations were found between understanding lesson structure and effective planning. However, participants reported a lack of interactive content such as case studies and problem-solving tasks. The results suggest that integrating dual education with specialized digital platforms enhances informatics teacher training. Still, to maintain relevance and effectiveness, platforms must evolve to include more interactive and adaptive features tailored to different training stages
Educational innovation in elementary school: a bibliometric analysis
Get PDFThis article presents the results of a bibliometric analysis to answer the research question: What educational innovations have been applied worldwide and published in articles in indexed journals? There were 83 Scopus records obtained, of which, after applying the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) methodology, 6 were excluded, obtaining a total of 77 articles for analysis. This analysis focused on trends such as annual productivity, geographic distribution, most relevant journals, thematic areas, and co-occurrence of author keywords. Subsequently, a review of the 10 most relevant articles on the subject was carried out. A decrease in productivity was observed during 2021, the year after the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, educational innovation has been articulated with different areas of knowledge. The analysis of the documents highlights the need to train teachers in using tools that facilitate the integration of educational innovation in the classroom. It is recommended that future studies based on the geographic distribution of academic productivity explore the different experiences these countries have had in incorporating educational innovation in the classroom and analyze the public policies that have promoted it