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Exploring Key Factors Influencing the Adoption of Mobile Cloud Computing in Higher Education: Case study at An-Najah University
No full textThe integration of mobile learning applications has emerged as indispensable in higher education, yet the widespread adoption of mobile cloud computing technology within university settings remains limited in developing countries. This research seeks to bridge this gap by elucidating the primary factors influencing the decision to adopt mobile cloud computing in universities. To attain this objective, a comprehensive model is proposed, encompassing seven established technological factors along with novel considerations such as quality of service and social influence. The study involves data collection from 210 students and academic staff An-Najah National University in Palestine. The investigation underscores the paramount influence of quality of service, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, facilitating conditions, social influence, management support, and privacy on mobile cloud adoption. Furthermore, the research brings to light the persistent concerns surrounding security and privacy, serving as significant impediments to mobile cloud adoption in Palestinian Universities. The implications of these findings extend to higher educational institutions, mobile cloud service providers, and decision-makers. The identified factors serve as critical considerations for successful implementation of mobile cloud computing technology. Moreover, the research sheds light on the societal and scientific significance by addressing the motivation behind the title—exploring the utility of Mobile Computing Technology in enhancing educational processes
Sensitive Program to Develop Self‑Regulation for Kindergarten
No full textThis study focuses on children's self-regulated learning, which is a crucial aspect of their education. It seeks to enhance the child's capacity for self-control as well as the way he organizes his information, actions, and emotions to achieve his objectives. Access to various pedagogies and studies that addressed his topic were employed to meet the research goal. In the second semester of 2022–2023, a basic sample of thirty-two male and female students between the ages of five and six were selected from the Mohamed Farid School in the Alexandria Governorate. A measure of the skills that a child should learn in kindergarten was prepared and codified, and it was then applied to the intended sample. A curriculum of educational exercises that the research sample's kids participated in was also created, considering the features and attributes of kindergarteners. The results of the analysis of variance show that (T=515.20) Function at the 0.05 significance level, suggesting that pre- and post-measurement variations are fundamental in Self-regulation is favourable to the post-measurement, demonstrating how well the integrated curricular program has helped kindergarteners build their capacity for self-regulation. By computing the value of (μ2), which came to 0.86.the software had a positive effect on the research sample's ability to regulate their behaviours
Gender-focused Training for Non-university Teachers in Spain, through Social Media
No full textThe growth of social media has been suggested as a potential tool for teacher training and development. This study aims to identify patterns of SM use in the ongoing education of non-university teachers in Spain from a gender perspective. The research was based on a survey conducted between November 2021 and January 2022 involving 462 male and female non-university teachers. The data presented in this work reveals differences between teachers based on gender and associated patterns. It also highlights variables contributing to a better understanding of SM use and responsible use among female and male teachers. This study emphasizes teachers' role in implementing strategies to increase SM use among the studied population in Spain. This role requires promoting the dissemination and access to scientific knowledge from educational centres, training institutions, and university academic institutions. Actions should focus on providing relevant scientific content in appropriate and attractive formats to increase the use of SM as a continuous training resource
Conceptual Change and Developing Mental Motivation in Physics: Effects of Transformational Learning Theory
No full textThis study to investigate the effect of using transformative learning theory (TLT) -based teaching model on a conceptual change and developing mental motivation in Physics for secondary school students. The study follows the descriptive, analytical, and experimental method with a quasi-experimental design for experimental and control groups. sample consisted of (70) students from 1st-grade secondary school who are divided into two groups: the experimental group (34) students and the control group (36) students. To achieve the objectives of the study, A Conceptual Change Test (CCT) and A Mental Motivation Scale (MMS) were constructed. The results revealed that a TLT-based teaching model has effects on changing concepts and developing mental motivation in Physics. Moreover, there is a statistically significant correlation (r= 0.358) between the growth of mental motivation and the inducing of a conceptual change in physics for secondary school students. In light of the results, the study recommended conducting further studies on transformational learning theory (TLT) and conceptual change and mental motivation in various fields and learning stages
Proposal of a Disruptive Didactic Innovation for the Development of Leadership Skills Through the Arts: Skills & Art
No full textThe need for cognitive and leadership skills requires the exploration of creative implementation models that ensure training and emphasise the value of individuals as the main asset within organisations. This research aims to introduce and validate a disruptive didactic innovation, which fosters the development of these skills through experiential communication via “Skills&Art”. The methodology used is Design Research, an emerging approach in educational research that encompasses developing and implementing a new or improved model, validating techniques, tools or models and determining conditions that facilitate successful implementation. The research was conducted in both classroom and museum settings. It consisted of a four-phase activity focused on crafting a speech that linked a skill with an artwork. A qualitative study of the speeches and a Likert self-assessment questionnaire were performed. The results demonstrate that the proposed disruptive didactic innovation Skills&Art is effective and efficient, and its self-assessed learning promotes innovation, creativity, initiative, problem- solving and analytical thinking. The novelty and contribution of this study lie in implementing these thinking skills within a single activity
Analysing the Bioactive Compound of Earthworm Pheretima Javanica Extract by Using Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrum
No full textResearch Based Learning (RBL) is a learning method that uses contextual learning, authentic learning, problem solving, cooperative learning, hands on and minds on learning and inquiry learning. The STEM approach in learning is expected to provide meaning to students through the systematic integration of research-based knowledge, concepts and skills. STEM design begin with the identification of social problems. The social issue of typhoid fever cases caused by Salmonella enterica Typhi bacteria with a high mortality rate in the world is a public health problem. The existence of Pheretima javanica which is abundant in the environment can be utilized by conducting antibacterial activity testing and analysis of bioactive compounds by students on the form of the extract. This research is a development research carried out with the aim of developing a product and also a qualitative descriptive research which serves to provide an overview of the object. The steps in carrying out these tests were identified as part of learning that hone creative thinking skills. The results of the class experimental research showed that the N-Gain score was 0.8, which is in the high category. These results show that the application of developing problem-based learning tools with a STEM approach is effective. Learning outcomes contribute to the effort to find alternative drugs that are effective and do not cause resistance. In addition, students also produce scientific articles as learning products. This paper has implications for STEM integrated research-based learning
The Utilization of Virtual Kindergarten Application Among Students with Disabilities: Exploring Accessibility, Barriers; Families’ Perspective
No full textThe early school closure in response to the COVID-19 pandemic had been a great challenge for students with disabilities and their families. Many students with disabilities rely on in-person support and services to access the curriculum. The transition to online learning presented new challenges for these students. In order to support students with disabilities during this time, countries such as Saudi Arabia developed virtual kindergarten applications. The current study aimed to evaluate the usefulness of the Virtual Kindergarten (V.K.) application designed for special children in KSA. This study involved semi-structured virtual interviewees consisting of three main themes, i.e., access to the V.K. application, obstacles to using V.K., and strategies to increase its usefulness. A comprehensive thematic analysis was performed to draw valuable insights into the V.K. The results revealed that 70.6 % watched recorded lessons on other platforms, whereas 35.0 % attended classes using V.K. with active participation. Concerning obstacles, most parents had difficulty controlling their kids while taking online lectures on V.K. All the participants believed that there should be a support system available to the parents from teachers with the V.K. platform. To conclude, V.K. has the potential as a tool for communication and collaboration. However, there are some obstacles to using it effectively. By addressing these issues, V.K. can become an even more powerful tool for students with disabilities
Initial Training in the Use of Didactic Game Strategies: What Do Practising Teachers Say?
No full textTo carry out good teacher training, we need professionals capable of teaching from all aspects. To do this, they must be trained in various active methodologies, among which is game-based learning. It is said that it is necessary to break the apparent opposition between play and work, which considers the latter associated with the effort to learn and play as idle fun. The objective of this research is to know the opinion and assessment of teachers on initial training and learning of recreational/didactic tools, and their impact on the teaching/learning process. This research was carried out through semi-structured interviews with 16 Primary Education teachers from different educational centers in Andalusia (Spain). Subsequently, a content analysis was carried out to collect the evaluations provided, extracting the most fundamental characteristics. Data processing was carried out using the QSR Nvivo 12 Plus qualitative program. The results conclude that the initial training of teachers presents deficits in the acquisition of knowledge on the subject. A fact that is supplemented during the training received during the exercise of their professional performance. Likewise, suggestions and elements for improvement of the issue are presented, pointing out the teacher, the study plans and the university institution itself as axes of change
Student Engagement in the Context of Post-Covid: A Case of Higher Education Institutions
No full textThe impact of covid-19 has called for an urgent need to further understand the relationship between students' motivated behavior and their engagement. This study aimed to investigate the links between adaptive cognition and adaptive behavior and the engagement of college and university students during and after the covid-19 pandemic. The recent study was framed within several relevant theories, namely the self-determination theory, the need achievement theory, and the job demand-resource theoretical model. Structural equation modeling with JASP software version 0.14.1 was employed as a robust method to investigate complex relationships in the proposed research model. Data were collected through an online survey using a structured questionnaire. Respondents comprised 263 students registered at two higher education institutions in Viet Nam. Analysis results yielded the positive and significant influence of adaptive cognition ( = 0.224) and adaptive behavior ( = 0.489) on student engagement. Furthermore, anxiety predicted student engagement in our theoretical model, and the relationship was positive ( = 0.132). We also found a strongly influential relationship between adaptive cognition and adaptive behavior ( = 0.783). These findings proposed a critical implication: to promote student engagement in the context of post-covid, management bodies and leaders in higher education institutions should adopt a comprehensive approach in which the provision of psychological conditions is an integral part
Analysis of Factors Affecting Barriers to Learning English for Students Using SEM-PLS
No full textThis paper intends to estimate a structural equation model that can represent the relationship between latent variables, and the relationship between latent variables and indicator variables. The latent variables studied in this research are Campus Environment (KPS), Family Environment (LK), Community Environment (LM), and Seating (TD) on oneself (DS). The method used to analyze the data is Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) based on Partial Least Square (PLS). The research data was obtained through a survey using a questionnaire of Padjadjaran University students with simple random sampling technique. The research result shows that (1) Campus Environment has a significant positive influence on Oneself by 23.5%. (2) Family Environment has a significant positive influence on Oneself by 30.6%. (3) Community Environment has a significant positive influence on Oneself by 22.8%. (4) Seating has a significant positive influence on Oneself by 20.8%. The SEM model formed has a coefficient of determination (Rsquared) of 0.90. So, SEM-PLS is an analysis that can provide information that can be used as a support for making learning process policies