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Education & Educational Research
Nina Alexandersen, Henrik Daae Zachrisson, Espen Roysamb, Tiril Wilhelmsen, Mari Vaage Wang, Ragnhild Eek Brandlistuen
Summary: This study examines the association between children's adjustment, social play behavior, and Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) program-liking in universal ECEC with the quality of student-teacher relationships and structural quality features of the classrooms they attend. The findings suggest that student-teacher closeness is positively associated with children's adjustment, ECEC liking, and social play behavior.
EARLY CHILDHOOD RESEARCH QUARTERLY
(2024)
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Education & Educational Research
Connor D. O'Rear, Patrick K. Kirkland, David J. Purpura
Summary: This study investigated the performance of three-to-five-year-old children on the how many and give-N tasks. The findings showed that children performed worse on give-N compared to how many, and this performance gap increased as the set size increased, even after controlling for counting skill. Confirmatory factor analyses revealed that each task provided task-specific variance, suggesting different aspects of children's understanding of cardinality.
EARLY CHILDHOOD RESEARCH QUARTERLY
(2024)
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Education & Educational Research
Annie Davis Schoch, Kaela M. Tidus, Evandra Catherine, Deborah F. Perry, Frances Duran, Lauren Rabinovitz
Summary: The study team used a consensus-building process to identify the essential elements and activities of infant and early childhood mental health consultation (IECMHC), providing guidance for future research, evaluation, and professional development.
EARLY CHILDHOOD RESEARCH QUARTERLY
(2024)
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Education & Educational Research
Ashli-Ann Douglas, Bethany Rittle-Johnson
Summary: Parents vary in the math support they provide, and this is related to their children's math knowledge. Parents' knowledge of early math topics, such as numeracy and repeating patterning, explains some of this variability. Their knowledge of early repeating patterning is related to their beliefs and support in this area, while their knowledge of early numeracy is related to their beliefs but not their support. Education and employment status predict parents' support in numeracy and repeating patterning. These findings have implications for research, theory, and interventions targeted at parents.
EARLY CHILDHOOD RESEARCH QUARTERLY
(2024)
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Education & Educational Research
Juan S. Izquierdo-Condoy, Katherine Simbana-Rivera, Humberto Alejandro Nati-Castillo, Arthur Cassa Macedo, Claudia Diana Cardozo Espinola, Gabriela M. Vidal Barazorda, Ideli Palazuelos-Guzman, Brayan Trejo Garcia, Sarah J. Carrington, Esteban Ortiz-Prado
Summary: This study investigated the knowledge level and curricular characteristics of medical students in seven Latin American countries in the field of radiology. The results showed that the overall knowledge level of these students was average, potentially influenced by curriculum differences. The study suggested the need to strengthen academic training and further understand and improve medical education.
MEDICAL EDUCATION ONLINE
(2023)
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Education & Educational Research
Ziyi Li, Tianming Zuo, Xiaotong Wei, Ning Ding
Summary: This study developed a reliable and valid ICT self-efficacy scale to assess medical students' ICT self-efficacy. Additionally, enhancing students' technology experience may improve their ICT self-efficacy.
MEDICAL EDUCATION ONLINE
(2023)
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Melissa Victory Brodman, Aaleena Zaidi, Sidra Qureshi
Summary: Graduating medical students need additional skills that are not traditionally taught. Mock paging activities have been used as a tool to teach communication and improve confidence. This study aimed to evaluate the effect on confidence and communication for a large group of medical students entering different specialties.
MEDICAL EDUCATION ONLINE
(2023)
Review
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Kamran Sattar, Muhamad Saiful Bahri Yusoff, Wan Nor Arifin, Mohd Azhar Mohd Yasin, Mohd Zarawi Mat Nor
Summary: This review explores the relationship between mental wellbeing and medical professionalism in undergraduate medical education, finding a significant association between mental wellbeing issues and the deterioration of medical professionalism attributes. It highlights the need for further research to examine and intervene in the cause-effect relationship between these two factors.
MEDICAL EDUCATION ONLINE
(2023)
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Education & Educational Research
Stephen C. Scogin, Marissa Marks, Catherine Mader, Kendall Phillips
Summary: In recent years, many institutions have utilized course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) to engage more students in authentic research. However, there is a lack of research on how to effectively support and foster student motivation in CUREs. Motivation is a crucial factor to consider at the undergraduate level, as low motivation has been linked to lower achievement and decreased interest in STEM degrees and careers. This study used mixed methods and self-determination theory (SDT) to investigate how students' basic psychological needs were either supported or frustrated during CURE activities. The findings indicated that student motivation was potentially diminished during all CURE activities, with autonomy being the least supported aspect. To address these challenges, the authors suggested specific strategies to enhance choice, support competence, improve collaboration, inspire discovery, and create more opportunities for iteration during CUREs.
HIGHER EDUCATION PEDAGOGIES
(2023)
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Education & Educational Research
Saied Bishara
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between humor, motivation, and achievement in mathematics for students with learning disabilities. The results showed that incorporating humor in mathematics instruction can improve motivation and achievement for these students. Students who were taught mathematics with humor scored higher on motivation and mathematics achievement at the end of the school year compared to the beginning. The findings suggest that incorporating humor in mathematics instruction can have a positive impact on this special student population and other educational phenomena such as dropout rates and academic achievements in other subjects.
Review
Education & Educational Research
Nicia Guillen-Yparrea, Maria Soledad Ramirez-Montoya
Summary: This article analyzes the scientific evidence of intercultural competencies in higher education from January 2016 to August 2021. A total of 325 articles were selected for review, and the findings highlight the importance of language teaching, international experiences, virtuality, and collaborative learning in this field. Qualitative research and case study designs were the most common approach, and the research trends proposed by the authors emphasize intercultural education and virtual interaction to support global collaboration. This study describes the research conducted in this field over the past six years and aims to contribute to future research on educational innovation, intercultural competencies, and international cooperation.
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Education & Educational Research
Ibrahim Omer, Ghadeer Khan, Abdulrahman Bahalaq, Noorah Abuthiyab, Alaa Althubaiti
Summary: In Saudi Arabia, there is a lack of MD-PhD programs despite the demand for them. This study assessed the perceived barriers and opinions of students and stakeholders towards implementing an MD-PhD program. The findings revealed that limited funding and high workload were major hurdles for students, and there was less support from first-generation and female students. This study highlights the challenges of establishing an MD-PhD program in Saudi Arabia and provides valuable insights for relevant bodies.
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Education & Educational Research
Noble Po Kan Lo, Bryan Ka Ho To
Summary: This study aims to critically evaluate the factors shaping post-Covid-19 identity formation among secondary school teachers in Hong Kong through qualitative and quantitative research, to determine the influence of CPD and systemic needs on teacher role perceptions and goal-setting.
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Education & Educational Research
Amal Alhadabi
Summary: This study used item response theory to evaluate the Grit-S scale and its dimensions among university students. The findings showed acceptable values for item discrimination and trait thresholds, but further modification is needed to improve precision in the Omani culture.
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Education & Educational Research
Wazir Arif Hussain, Yunfei Shao, Bo Liu, Hussain Abbas, Ibrahim Sallieu Jalloh, Rizwan Akhtar Jamsheed, Muhammad Javed
Summary: The study aimed to identify the academic problems faced by foreign postgraduates in Chinese universities and provide possible recommendations. The findings showed that foreign postgraduates encountered difficulties in scientific research writing, teaching and learning, student-supervisor interaction, major courses, and academic activities. The study suggested focusing on improving scientific writing skills, increasing interaction with supervisors, offering more English programs and teachers, and organizing academic seminars and workshops to reduce students' academic problems in Chinese universities.
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Education & Educational Research
Tania Al Aghar, Helene Christina Demirci, Roudaina Houjeir, Melissa McMinn, Khawla Ali Saif Alzaabi
Summary: This study examines Arabic teachers' views on the use of extensive reading (ER) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It was conducted as part of a larger project at a major higher education institution to develop an Arabic online reading tracking tool. A survey of 34 Arabic course teachers revealed that they recognized the benefits of ER but faced challenges such as students' lack of interest, time constraints, and difficulties in motivating them to read.
Review
Education & Educational Research
Violeta Lozano Botellero, Stine M. Ekornes, Siv M. Gamlem, Wenche Torrissen, Helga Synnevag Lovoll
Summary: This study aimed to examine the perception of teacher support in secondary school. Through an integrative review, the researchers identified and analyzed trends, practices, and results related to perceived teacher support in this context. The results showed a strong correlation between teacher support and academic motivation, health, and wellbeing. However, there are gaps in the research literature, especially regarding subject topics and teacher competence. The study also highlighted the need for more qualitative research, perspectives from teachers, and adherence to APA guidelines.
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Education & Educational Research
Virve Pekkarinen, Laura Hirsto, Anne Nevgi
Summary: The purpose of this case study was to understand the emotions experienced by university teachers during teaching and how these emotions influence their pedagogical competency and development as teachers. Data were collected through interviews with nine university teachers participating in an educational development project. The results showed that the teachers experienced positive, negative, and mixed teaching-related emotions, which influenced their self-perception as teachers and their pedagogical competency. The teachers reflected on their teaching experiences and shared their teaching-related emotions with others. Social reflection can aid in personal evaluation and interpretation of teaching-related emotions and experiences, and higher education institutions should create supportive environments for academic personnel to encourage social reflection and sharing of teaching-related emotions. The educational development project provided a fruitful context for pedagogical development, offering opportunities for joint discussions on pedagogical perspectives.
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Education & Educational Research
Valentine J. J. Owan, Abraham J. J. Johnson, Rosemary O. O. Osim, German E. E. Anagbogu, Bernard D. D. Otu, Stephen B. B. Undie, Joseph O. O. Ogabor, Martina A. Apie, Scholastica C. O. Ekere
Summary: Due to the importance of teachers, research has focused on the relationship between supervisory strategies and teachers' job performance. This study used a predictive correlation design to assess how principals' supervisory practices contribute to teachers' job effectiveness. Findings revealed that classroom observation and supervision of sporting activities were significantly related to overall teacher effectiveness and specific aspects of teaching.
Review
Education & Educational Research
Isaias De Jesus Alvares Mendes Mendes Jr, Maria Do Ceu Alves
Summary: Several studies have been conducted to explore the application of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) in the educational sector, but a comprehensive overview is lacking. This research conducted a systematic literature review to fill this gap. The research identified the diversity of BSC in education, strategic management with BSC, statistical methods for BSC management, and the strategy map of BSC as the most discussed topics. The results provide insights for further research development.
