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Hustlenomics: Defining The Hustle Economy, Sade M. Onadeko

The Scholarship Without Borders Journal

Hustlenomics is the study of the hustle economy. It is the study of how hustlers produce, distribute, and consume goods and services in order to earn a living. This paper is an attempt to understand and define the hustle economy through the review of literature. Due to limited research on the hustle economy, analogous economies such as the gig/sharing economy and the informal economy (which includes the hidden and shadow economies) were examined in order to obtain the goal of this paper.

Women Police Chiefs: A Self-Perception Of Women Officers In Law Enforcement, Tianshi Hao, Jesse Llamas, Kayleigh Axtell, Anshu Lal, Michael Llamas, Mira Fadel, Amor Roma

The Scholarship Without Borders Journal

A large body of literature substantiates women’s difficulties integrating into all levels of law enforcement. To understand the experiences of women police officers in the force, and to understand how law enforcement leaders view the role of women in leadership positions, this study focused on the perception of six women police officers–specifically, women police chiefs towards women who already assumed leadership positions, overcame challenges entering law enforcement and advancing into leadership positions, and collected their input on organizational decisions, policy, and recruitment of women officers. This study employs a qualitative phenomenological methodology and interviews six women police chiefs in depth. …

African Union’S Youth Education Challenge: A Critical Review Of Agenda 2063, Ruth V. Akumbu, Jennifer Jukanovich

The Scholarship Without Borders Journal

It is no easy feat for the African Union to mobilize 55 countries of various political, tribal, and economic demographics, yet the problem remains that nearly 34 million children are out of school, and the continent is not graduating the secondary students needed for the 1.25-billion-member workforce expected by 2050 (ISS Africa, 2017). The paper aims to assess African Union strategies and make recommendations for member countries to utilize to solve educational challenges facing the continent’s growing population and market. We assess the educational challenge and contributing factors followed by suggesting four strategic directions, grounded in Agenda 2063, that the …

Mother Tongue's Impact On English Language Teaching And Learning, Dr Motasem Mohmoud Abu Salim

Al-miʿyār

Abstract:

Language serves as a medium for conveying ideas, facts, emotions, and desires through arbitrary symbols. It fosters connections between sentiments, ideas, and attitudes, enabling communication among people. While various languages are spoken worldwide, English is widely chosen for communication alongside native tongues. In the era of globalization, the significance of English language instruction cannot be overstated, given its status as a universal language. However, debates persist regarding the role of the mother tongue in English language teaching and learning. Discrepancies in spelling, symbols, and sound systems between native languages and English often pose pronunciation challenges. To address this, integrating …

Medical Faculty Perceptions On Faculty Development In The Southeast United States, Melinda Turner

Ed.D. Dissertations

Medical school faculty often lack formal training in effective teaching methods, posing a challenge to their ability to deliver high-quality education. To facilitate high-quality teaching and help medical faculty grow professionally, academically, and scholarly, the burden for training faculty was placed on each medical school’s faculty development program to become individualized to meet faculty, institutional, and ultimately, student needs. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine medical faculty’s perception of faculty development at the Charles School of Medicine and their perceptions of how faculty development for medical educators made a difference in what medical faculty learned, how …

Lifelong Learning Management For Sustainable Local Development In The Chiang Rai Rajabhat University’S Context, Sivaporn Songsaen, Nualnapa Junlasuti

Journal of Education Studies

The objectives of this research are: 1) to adjust the administrative system to support lifelong learning; 2) to develop systems and mechanisms to drive sustainable lifelong learning for communities and localities; and 3) to prepare to drive lifelong learning at Chiang Rai Rajabhat University. The data collection includes lifelong education experts, university administrators, and credit bank committees, totaling twenty-five people; outsiders, totaling one hundred and forty people; participation in the course promoting lifelong learning by university personnel, totaling two hundred and fifteen people; and the general public, totaling two hundred and sixty people. The results are as follows: 1.)  A …

The Development Of Competency-Based Curriculum Of Education-Sandbox Pilot Schools: A Case Study Of Government School Located On The Thai-Malaysian Border, Nureeta Bin-Alee, Warapark Maitreephun

Journal of Education Studies

Implementing a competency-based curriculum into practice is still novel at both the policy and practical levels for Thai Education. This study aimed to explore 1) The competency-based curriculum development process and 2) The factors promoting or hindering the success of implementing the competency-based curriculum policy in schools. This research employed the case study of a pilot school in an educational sandbox area located at the Thai-Malaysian border. An interview, observations, and document analysis were conducted for data collection. There were 11 key informants. The research instruments include a semi-structured interview, an observation form, and a document analysis form. Collected data …

Components High Performance Organizations Of School Under Primary Educational, Sukanya Phomarak, Waro Phengsawat, Akkaluck Pheasa

Journal of Education Studies

The research objective is to study the components of high-performance organizations of school under primary education. The process has 3 phases: 1) studying the elements of a school's high-performance organization from 10 related documents and research sources to synthesize the elements of a school's high-performance organization; 2) Interviewing experts about the elements of a high-performance organization of school by 5 experts; and 3) examining the appropriateness and feasibility of the school's high performance organizational components. by 5 experts. The tools used in the research include a document analysis form, an Interview form and a questionnaire with a 5-level rating scale. …

Chatgpt Smart Chatbot Technology For Future Learning, Sutithep Siripipattanaku, Sarinporn Chaivisit, Patcharavadee Sriboonruang

Journal of Education Studies

Artificial Intelligence (AI), which is considered a smart digital technology, has played a vital role in our daily lives. In Particular, ChatGPT is an intelligent chatbot technology that excels in conversational interactions, answering user queries, translating languages for communication, computer programming using basic languages, creating videos, drawing images, and even composing songs. This includes the use in education and learning of the future, such as advising course enrollment, personalized learning, research, solving math problems, etc. It facilitates flexible learning and meets the demands of the future world. This means that learning is not limited to only classroom or face-to-face encounters, …

The Progression Of String Teaching In Songkhla Rajabhat University From The Past To The Present, Authors Wichai Mesri, Monsikarn Laovanich

Journal of Education Studies

This academic article aims to examine the evolution of string teaching at Songkhla Rajabhat University from its inception to the present. Through the process of researching information from documents and the people involved. The findings reveal the following key points: 1) The initial curriculum aimed to produce teachers but later evolved to cultivate professional musicians. String instruments have been integral to the program since its inception. 2) As for the instructors, Ajarn Praphan Kwanpradab, the first instructor, played a crucial role in integrating string instruments into the curriculum. 3) Regarding students, the majority lacked prior experience with string instruments, so …

A Study Of Music Learning Condition On Ministry Of Education’S Competency Based Curriculum Policy In Pilot-School, Teerawit Klinjui, Saya Thuntawech

Journal of Education Studies

This study aims to studies on music learning condition on ministry of education’s competency-based curriculum policy in pilot-school, by using qualitative research methodology. In data collecting process, the interview was used as method to collect data from music teachers who taught in pilot-school. 3 interlocutors, who was chosen by purposive sampling are the key-informants and collect data by using semi-structure open ended question. The research found that the learning management conditions in different areas, including 1) Teacher 2) Student 3) Content and 4) Context, were related significantly similar and different in each school, that impacted to learning management in all …

The Effects Of Implementing The 7e Learning Cycle Model On Cloud To Promote Science Communication And Writing Ability Among High School Students Under The Ministry Of Higher Education, Science, Research And Innovation, Sujika Ngamsa-Ard

Journal of Education Studies

This research aims to: 1) study the science communication and writing abilities of high school students after learning through the 7E learning cycle model on a cloud platform, and 2) compare the science communication and writing ability of students before, during, and after learning through the 7E learning cycle model on a cloud platform. The samples consisted of 30 tenth-grade students at a university demonstration school selected using purposive sampling.The research instruments included lesson plans utilizing the 7E learning cycle model on a cloud platform, and science communication and writing ability assessment forms. The collected data were analyzed using arithmetic …

Factors And Indicators Of Creative Learning Innovation Competency Of Student Teachers, Kamonphorn Thongthiya, Rungtiwa Yamrung, Wilailak Langka

Journal of Education Studies

The purpose of this research was to study the factors and indicators of creative learning innovation competency of student teachers. The data were collected from a group of 17 experts who were well-experienced in education and development of learning innovation using three rounds of the Delphi technique. The research instruments consisted of document analysis, an interview form for the first round, and 5-point rating scale questionnaires for the second and third round. The data were analyzed employing content analysis, median and interquartile range. The resulted revealed that the creative learning innovation competency of student teachers comprised of 3 factors and …

Effects Of Using A Child-Caregiver Teacher Training Program On Learning Management For Enhancing Executive Function In Young Children At Child Development Centers Under Local Administrative Organizations In Pathum Thani Province, Kullachat Pantuworakul, Mesa Nuansri, Khantharot Papol

Journal of Education Studies

The purposes of this research were to study the outcomes of implementing a child-caregiver teacher training program on learning management for enhancing executive function in young children. The research sample was 30 caregiver teachers working for child development centers affiliated with local government organizations in Pathum Thani Province. Data collection methods included a training program, questionnaires, surveys, and satisfaction questionnaires. Data analysis involved frequency distribution, percentage, mean and standard deviation, Wilcoxon matched pairs signed-rank test, and relative gain score formulas. The findings of the study revealed the following: 1) after using the training program, the child-caregiver teachers exhibited improvement in …

A Comparative Study Of The Professional Competency Framework For Music Teachers In Thailand And The European Union, Mintra Thuntawech, Natthawut Boriboonviree

Journal of Education Studies

The study of music teacher competency is a study of music teachers' ability to integrate knowledge and skills in teaching and music, including appropriate behavior as a guideline for music teachers in their own work and professional development. The purpose of this research is to compare the competencies of music teachers in Thailand and the European Union by means of document research, comparing data between the Teachers Council regulations on professional standards and the announcement of the Ministry of Education on the standard framework for bachelor's degree qualifications in the field of education and music education, and Report on the …

Learning By Creating Through Online Music Activities: Practical Adaptation From Experienced Orff Instructors In Higher Education, Thawin Laithong, Dneya Udtaisuk

Journal of Education Studies

There are many obstacles and limitations in the management of online Orff lessons. Teachers need to urgently find new teaching strategies in order to provide appropriate teaching and learning that is consistent with the online format. The purpose of this research was to study the adaptation of teachers and approaches for organizing music activities. The research was conducted with a qualitative case study research methodology. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and participatory observation in the online classroom throughout the semester. The results showed that 1) teachers must adapt by incorporating the necessary skills to teach online in music teaching, …

Development Of Critical Thinking Scale Of Upper Secondary School Students In Social Studies By Applying Computerized Dynamic Assessment, Non Worathanaphimmakorn, Kamonwan Tangdhanakanond

Journal of Education Studies

The purposes of this pilot study were 1) to develop the critical thinking scale of upper secondary school students in social studies by applying computerized dynamic assessment, and 2) to validate the critical thinking scale of upper secondary school students in social studies by applying computerized dynamic assessment. The sample consisted of 100 upper secondary school students by purposive sampling. The research instrument used was the critical thinking scale by applying computerized dynamic assessment. Data were analyzed by using content validity, item validation including the difficulty and discrimination indexes, and internal consistency in terms of Cronbach’s alpha coefficient. Results revealed …

Parting Comments From The Outgoing Editor, Steven N. Waller Ph.D.

Movement and Being: The Journal of the Christian Society for Kinesiology, Leisure and Sports Studies

This short reflective essay captures several transitional thoughts as Movement and Being: The Journal of the Christian Society for Kinesiology, Leisure and Sports Studies transitions the editorship of the journal. The following pages offer an examination of the strengths/assets of the journal as well as a “snapshot” of some of the challenges the journal has faced in the last five years. There are several recommendations offered to continue moving the journal forward. Implementation of these suggestions are contingent upon the incoming editor’s and Board of Directors review and approval. Most important need is to think strategically about the sustainability of …

Describing Instructional Method Use For Early, Middle, And Late Career Stage School-Based Agricultural Education Teachers, Will Doss, Jay Rayfield

Agricultural Education, Communications and Technology Faculty Publications and Presentations

Instructional methods are the cornerstone of all teaching and learning strategies. This study explored instructional method use by early, middle, and later career agricultural education teachers. One-hundred nine teachers responded to an online questionnaire. These teachers were evenly split in terms of gender and more than three to one were traditionally certified versus alternatively certified. Cooperative learning, demonstration, and lecture were reported as the most frequently used instructional methods across the career stages. Demonstration, discussion, and lecture were the instructional methods in which teachers reported having the most training. Teachers in this study were most confident in using demonstration and …

“Understand What The Feelings Of The Student Must Be:” Newcomer Youths’ High School Integration Experiences, Anusha Kassan Dr., Alissa Priolo Dr., Natalie C. Sweeney, Suzanne Goopy Dr., Rahat Zaidi Dr.

The Qualitative Report

The present study was grounded in a social constructionist epistemology with an integrative social justice lens. It highlights the perspectives of one group – that of newcomer youth – from a collective case study exploring the phenomenon of school integration across multiple collaborators in one designated high school. As school integration is a central component in the lives and experiences of newcomer youth, this study aimed to provide insights and lessons learned directly from this group as they were integrating into a high school in Western Canada. In line with the epistemology and research design, the research prioritized participant voices …

The Global Impact Of The Hlrc Journal On Digital Teaching And Learning Research And Best Practices In Higher Education, Erwin Krauskopf, Gary J. Burkholder

Higher Learning Research Communications

We are pleased to publish the first regular issue (Volume 14, Issue 1) of Higher Learning Research Communications (HLRC) for 2024. Because of our strategic decisions, the journal has advanced in the Scimago journal rank (SJR), which measures the frequency with which content published in a journal was cited in other journals during the three previous years. The SJR provides a numerical indicator of a journal's relative importance and impact within its field. We announce that HLRC has been ranked 612 out of 1,506 journals among all education journals indexed by Scopus, classifying HLRC as within the second quartile of …

Examining Pre-Service Teachers' Perspectives On Culturally Responsive Education Using Q Methodology, Mustafa Aydoğan, Esra İzmir

All Works

With globalization and migration, there is a rapid increase in cultural diversity in schools. Therefore, pre-service teachers' awareness, knowledge, and skills about cultural responsiveness and how to reflect them in the classroom environment have become important issues. This study aimed to explore the impact of a culturally responsive education course on pre-service teachers' views on culturally responsive education through Q methodology. The data collection tool utilized in the study was the "Q Set Statements on Culturally Responsive Education" grouped by the researchers under the sub-themes of awareness, knowledge, skills, and pedagogy. Data from the study group consisting of 39 volunteer …

Challenges Black Males Face At Predominantly White Institutions, Jerrell Lamon Starling

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The problem is that Black males in higher education have declining retention and graduation rates compared to other ethnic groups. Over the past two decades, Black males have declined in enrollment, retention, and graduation rates. Colleges and universities have struggled to attract, keep, and graduate Black male students, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent research has shown that Black male students have experienced the most challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today's educators and practitioners have emphasized the need to do more to keep Black male students and help them complete college. Framed by Critical Race Theory, this study investigated first-generation, …

Academic Support Programs At Hbcu Law Schools, Marla L. Dickerson

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

This qualitative descriptive case study delves into the effectiveness of academic support programs (ASPs) for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) law schools, focusing on enhancing academic performance and passing the bar exam. The underrepresentation of minority lawyers in the United States, which is attributed partly to standardized test disparities, underscores the need for tailored support mechanisms. Drawing from social cognitive theory (SCT), the study investigates how ASPs impact academic success, informed by participant interviews and thematic analysis.

Key findings reveal four prominent themes. Firstly, effective features of ASPs for promoting academic performance include personalized guidance from academic …

Mother Tongue's Impact On English Language Teaching And Learning, Dr Motasem Mohmoud Abu Salim

Faculty Peer-Reviewed Papers | بحوث هيئة التدريس المحكمة

Abstract

Language is a system for transmitting ideas, facts, emotions, and desires using symbols created at random. Language is used to connect sentiments, ideas, and attitudes. Language is a useful tool. that allows people to communicate with one another. People all throughout the world speak a variety of languages. Despite the fact that all languages are intended for the purpose of communication, a lot of people choose to converse in English. People utilize English in addition to their native language. The importance of teaching English in this age of globalization cannot be overstated. English is the only official language that …

Improving Students’ Generative Ai Literacy: A Single Workshop Can Improve Confidence And Understanding, Miriam Sullivan, Michael Mcauley, Danielle Degiorgio, Paul Mclaughlan

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

With the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (genAI), it has become increasingly important to ensure that students are equipped with AI literacy to use these tools effectively and appropriately. We ran a 90-minute, optional workshop for students to demonstrate how to use genAI in the assessment process appropriately. By the end of the workshop, participants felt significantly more confident in using genAI, had more intentions to use genAI, and understood the University’s genAI policy better. The types of genAI use that participants envisioned shifted from general academic and life uses to specific, acceptable uses for learning. Students could identify some …

Student Partners In Ai Literacy: A Library And Writing Center Collaboration, A. P. Anderson

Velma K. Waters Library Faculty Publications

Student voices are valuable but often overlooked in discussions surrounding the role of AI in higher education. AI Literacy education efforts that treat students only as a potential audience for instruction rather than as potential instructors themselves miss out on the passion, curiosity, and complex questions that students can bring to these conversations. If we center student voices in AI Literacy education discussions, and encourage both their enthusiasm and skepticism, students can become comfortable and confident in leading discussions about AI in the classroom and in their lives. In my proposed poster presentation, I will share insights from an AI …

Children's Mathematical Engagement Based On Their Awareness Of Coding Toy Design Features, Joseph Kozlowski, Jessica Shumway, Patricia Moyer-Packenham, Jody Clarke-Midura, Victor Lee

Teacher Education and Leadership Faculty Publications

Tangible coding toys are designed to make coding accessible to young children, and because of their tangible and spatial nature, they are also viewed as tools for engaging children in mathematics. Research is needed to understand children's awareness of toys' design features and how they afford mathematical engagement. We conducted a qualitative study of 106 5-to-6-year-old children completing coding tasks (42 hours of video). Our research questions focused on children's perceptions of design features, mathematical engagement, and how different design features afforded mathematics engagement. Results indicated (a) children perceived a variety of design features across coding toys; (b) children engaged …

Teacher Development- Going Beyond Conventional To A Collaborative Approach, Scott Robinson

Graduate Teacher Education

Professional development (PD) is a foundation of growth for K-12 educators. PD is the mechanism that allows teachers to improve their teaching by learning new materials or strategies. Teacher learning is essential in providing students with a high-quality education. Not all PD models are equal or designed the same way. There are many types of PD, and some models significantly impact teacher motivation, effectiveness, and student outcomes. Teachers expressed that traditional methods of PD were not meeting their needs and that a more collaborative approach would provide more opportunities for professional growth. Studies indicated that while a moderate amount of …

Ai Literacy Innovations: Chatgpt's Integration Into A First-Year Information Literacy Program, Taylor J. Greene, Douglas R. Dechow

Library Presentations, Posters, and Audiovisual Materials

In the dynamic field of information technology, integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy into information literacy instruction is now essential to ensure the ethical and productive use of generative AI by our students. This poster demonstrates our innovative approach to embedding AI literacy within the first-year information literacy program at an R2 research university. We used a two-pronged strategy: an “AI Literacy” section in Canvas and practical demonstrations of applying ChatGPT in live library sessions. The Canvas module section equips students with foundational knowledge and critical thinking about using generative AI for research and learning activities. It covers AI fundamentals, …