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This action research investigated the effectiveness of Problembased learning (PBL) in enhancing students’ competency-based question handling skills in the unique context of Yebilaptsa Middle Secondary School. This study employed a quasi-experiment mixed-methods design, incorporating pre-tests, post-tests, and student interviews to examine the impact of PBL on students’ abilities to comprehend and respond to competency-based questions. A total of 48 grade ten students participated in this study, with 24 students assigned to the experimental group (EG) and 24 to the control group (CG). The findings revealed that despite an initial lack of significant differences in pre-test scores (p = .679) between the CG and EG, the PBL strategy can led to statistically significant (p = .001) improvements in the EG. Similarly, the qualitative findings also supported quantitative findings, highlighting the value of PBL in encouraging greater comprehension, teamwork, and long-term memory of information. While the study provides valuable information into the potential of PBL in addressing students’ challenges with competency-based questions, the study admits its limitations, including the small sample size and single-site focus. Nevertheless, the study adds to the discourse on studentcentered learning strategies and provides foundations for continued further research on PBL in a range of educational contexts. This AR concludes with implications and recommendations for future studies.
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The implementation of quality assurance mechanisms in higher education institutions is crucial for providing high-quality education and meeting societal needs. The ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) framework is instrumental in promoting quality enhancement and international recognition for higher education programs in ASEAN member countries. This study analyzes information from 20 scholarly articles published in Scopus and Google Scholar indexed journals, focusing on AUN-QA-related content. The findings partially elucidate the reasons for higher education institutions’ adoption of AUN-QA and shed light on the challenges they face during its implementation. Additionally, the research provides insights into the key preparations universities need to undertake to effectively implement AUNQA standards. The results suggest that while universities adopt AUN-QA to improve their academic programs and enhance international collaboration, they encounter significant administrative and cultural challenges. Despite these obstacles, the AUN-QA framework fosters a culture of continuous improvement and student-centered learning, contributing to higher educational quality and international competitiveness. This study provides valuable insights for universities preparing to implement AUN-QA standards, emphasizing the critical role of strategic planning and stakeholder engagement in addressing implementation challenges and optimizing.
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Global citizenship and competences certificate was a course provided by Education New Zealand to improve EFL teachers’ understanding and awareness of intercultural communication competencies (ICC). The course was conducted and delivered online both asynchronously and synchronously with the support of platforms, computers, and the Internet. This present article aimed to investigate how that course could enhance or hinder EFL teachers’ intercultural communication competences (ICC) from their perspectives. A total of 29 EFL teachers who came from four different countries (i.e., Vietnam, New Zealand, Thailand, and Japan) participated in the semi-structured interviews to share their perceptions regarding ICC. The interview data was analyzed thematically. As a result, the findings revealed that the teachers had unforgetable experience in terms of ICC. They had much better awareness and understanding of ICC and its components. Besides, they believed that what had been vague about ICC before was clarified when they had chances to read materials, watch videos, and more importantly discuss issues with the facilitators and the international and national peers. More interestingly, what they highly valued from the course was the informal discussions about different personal, academic, and professional issues among people from different cultures. Moreover, the EFL teachers confirmed that the CALL course was an effective way for them to learn cultures, connect with the world, and develop learning communities. Finally, those teachers hoped to integrate the content learnt from the course and the way the course was delivered into their own EFL teaching although they identified several challenges such as their learners’ proficiency, the packed schedule from the curriculum, and the facilities.
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GeoGebra’s interactive and dynamic nature is a valuable tool for enhancing mathematics learning outcomes by improving students’ understanding, engagement, and mathematical abilities, particularly in quadratic functions. By integrating algebraic and graphical representations and supporting exploration and problem-solving, GeoGebra helps make abstract mathematical concepts more concrete and accessible to learners. This research aims to determine the impact of GeoGebra as a learning medium on student learning outcomes related to quadratic function graph material. A quantitative research method was used, with first-year students from Al-Falah Islamic High School as participants. The instrument consists of validated test questions to measure student learning outcomes. The research design used is a One-Shot Case Study, a type of pre-experimental design. Based on data analysis, the t-test results show that the calculated t-value (11.571) is greater than the tabulated t-value (2.074). Therefore, the null hypothesis (Ho) is rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted, indicating that using GeoGebra as a learning medium for quadratic functions helps students achieve proficiency in their mathematics learning outcomes.
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The Bangladesh education system is undergoing a transformational phase with the introduction of the National Curriculum 2022 (NC 2022). This research investigated teachers’ motivation to implement the NC 2022 in Dhaka city, focusing on its alignment with student development, suitability for the Bangladeshi context, and implementation challenges. This study used semi-structured interviews with fourteen grade 6 and 7 teachers from public and private secondary schools in Dhaka city, each having over five years of teaching experience and training in the new curriculum. The research explored teacher views through the lens of Everett Roger’s Diffusion of Innovation and Hertzberg’s two-factor theory, considering motivator and hygiene factors influencing implementation. Teachers recognized the curriculum’s potential for skill development and global adaptation but highlighted practical challenges, including resource constraints, heavy workload, and classroom environment issues. They also expressed concerns about the implementation procedures and economic struggles affecting their motivation. Despite perceived positive impacts on student involvement and analytical thinking, challenges such as large class sizes hindered willingness to contribute. Teachers emphasized the importance of school readiness and infrastructural improvements for successful implementation of the new curriculum. This study emphasizes the need for policy and administrative adaptations to ensure the effective implementation of NC 2022.
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The study adopted an action research design to investigate the effectiveness of output tasks in increasing vocabulary for grade-11 students at a high school in Vinh Phuc Province, Vietnam. The study was conducted for 40 participants whose English proficiency was assessed at the levels of A2 or B1. In the study, several output tasks, mostly creative ones that involved prompting students to actively use their vocabulary in spoken or written production, were incorporated into the lessons using the textbook Tiếng Anh 11- Global Success. To assess the impact of the output tasks, the researcher employed multiple data collection tools. Pre-and post-study tests assessed improvement in the students’ vocabulary knowledge, while questionnaires mainly explored their attitudes towards the implemented activities and vocabulary learning. The teacher’s observation also helped provide valuable insights into students’ engagement and learning progress. After the two action research cycles, the results revealed that the students made satisfactory progress in their English vocabulary. The results also indicated that the students held positive attitudes towards the output activities in particular and vocabulary learning in general. This study, therefore, has pedagogical implications for the use of output tasks in facilitating English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) vocabulary acquisition.
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This study was designed to explore the effectiveness of the 7E instructional model in teaching the concept of factors affecting the rate of chemical reaction to ninth-grade chemistry students in one of the schools in Bhutan. The research design was quasi-experimental, and the study was conducted over a month. Quantitative data was collected from 62 students using convenience sampling, with 31 students each in the experimental and control groups. In addition, a purposeful sampling method was used to gather qualitative data from six students specifically chosen from the experimental group. Quantitative data for the study was obtained using the test and survey questionnaires, whereas qualitative data was collected using semistructured interviews. The test scores underwent descriptive and inferential analysis, while the survey questionnaires were subjected to mean and standard deviation calculations. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the semi-structured interviews. The study found a significant mean difference in the academic scores of students in chemistry when taught using the 7E instructional model compared to the lecture method. Likewise, the study found students exhibited positive attitudes toward chemistry when exposed to the 7E instructional model. Moreover, the study revealed a significant strong correlation between students’ attitudes and test scores. The findings suggest that the 7E instructional model enhances students’ academic performance and fosters a more positive attitude toward learning chemistry. The researchers recommend adopting the 7E instructional model, as it offers a more engaging learning experience that enhances students’ understanding and application of scientific concepts.
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Integrated education models, particularly the integration of STEM into secondary education programs, have a positive impact on students’ critical thinking. This study emphasizes significant changes in the education systems of many countries, specifically those within the Research4Life group. By integrating STEM into secondary education, the study shows improvements in students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Enhancing STEM knowledge, developing creative thinking and problem-solving skills, and boosting learning spirit and confidence are key findings. The study also focuses on developing a comprehensive 6-step process from idea generation to STEM model design for secondary education. The goal of this process is to create STEM models that students from elementary to high school levels can use to solve real-life problems. To expand the research, the next step involves testing and evaluating the STEM model design process in actual secondary schools to determine its effectiveness and feasibility. The study also needs to continue exploring education policies and support measures to promote the integration of STEM into secondary education, especially in developing countries. This will help raise awareness and support from policy decisions and the education community.
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This study aimed to investigate the effect of games and simulations on the academic achievement of secondary school students in mathematics. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the study utilized both an experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG) to assess the effectiveness of games and simulations in learning mathematics. A total of 62 grade nine students participated. The EG was exposed to quiz games, problem-solving games, polyprod games, and PhET simulations for teaching polynomials, while the CG followed traditional teaching methods. Data were collected using mathematics achievement test scores and a survey questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The findings indicated that students had positive perceptions of using games and simulations in learning mathematics, with an overall mean score (M = 4.18, SD = 0.71). The EG showed significantly higher mathematics achievement than the CG, demonstrating the effectiveness of games and simulations in learning (p<0.05). Additionally, a strong positive correlation (r = 0.96) was found between students’ perceptions of games and simulations and their mathematics achievement. The study concludes with implications and recommendations for future research.
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Reading for pleasure is essential for the students of Samtse College of Education as it helps enhance communication skills, upgrade knowledge, and serve as a role model to inspire students. However, it was found that the reading-for-pleasure habit among students at Samtse College of Education (SCE) is poor. This action research investigated improving the reading-forpleasure habit of the students at SCE. The participants in the action research comprised 16 classes, including students from M.Ed, B.Ed, and BA in Social Work programs. Data for the study were gathered using questionnaires and interviews. A total of 325 students responded to the questionnaire, and 57 students participated in the interview, both in the pre- and post-intervention data collection phases. The baseline and post-intervention data were analyzed using the statistical mean for the questionnaire data and thematic analysis for the interview data. Following the analysis of the baseline data, three intervention strategies-Our Time To Enjoy Reading (OTTER), Self-Indulgence Reading, and Raffle Draw-were used in all 16 classes for eight weeks. The analysis of the two sets of data showed that the intervention strategies were effective in promoting the reading-for-pleasure habits of the students. The findings indicated that, of the three intervention strategies, OTTER was the most effective. The study recommends the continuation of the reading program to further enhance the reading-for-pleasure habits of the students.