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The convergence of educational technologies, ergonomics, and active learning frameworks offers a multidimensional approach to improving educational outcomes. This study examines the role of Learning Analytics (LA) in optimizing ergonomic educational spaces to support active learning within the higher education context of Kazakhstan, however the outcomes may equally be applied to neighboring count…

IntroductionOngoing digital transformation in Higher Education emphasizes the centrality of educators' digital competence for high-quality, student-centered teaching. This competence includes informed, ethical and pedagogically grounded use of digital technologies, alongside the competency to foster students' own digital literacy. Despite broad recognition of these demands, systematic evidence on…

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes embedded in higher education operations, AI literacy is increasingly positioned as a meta-skill enabling institutional innovation; however, its contribution to academic management innovation remains underexamined in China’s private higher education sector. This study surveyed faculty and administrative staff from private institutions in Sichuan Province usi…

BackgroundStudents with disabilities in South African higher education continue to encounter persistent institutional, structural and attitudinal barriers, despite a progressive policy landscape. These challenges are particularly visible within Comprehensive, Open, Distance and e-Learning (CODeL) institutions, where accessibility and retention intersect with the demands of remote learning environ…

Technology-based learning is increasingly integrated into school environments, yet its role in students' moral and psychosocial development remains underexplored. This study investigates the relationship between technology-based learning and students' religious character in Islamic boarding schools, while examining the moderating roles of wellbeing, critical thinking skills, and social skills. A …

This study investigates how generative artificial intelligence (AI) integration affects professional skill development in journalism education through learning engagement and media literacy. Conducted between September 2023 and February 2024 across five Chinese universities, this cross-sectional survey study employed structural equation modeling (SEM; Mplus 8.8) to test a sequential mediation mod…

Mathematics readiness at entry remains critical for success in first-year engineering programs, yet many institutions lack transparent, reusable tools to diagnose risk and design levelling policies. This study develops and evaluates an open Engineering Mathematics Readiness Score (EMRS) using two publicly available datasets: the UCI Student Performance dataset in secondary-school mathematics and …

This study presents the development of a structured and contextually grounded industry internship model—PRIGEL—designed to align with Indonesia's Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) policy. The PRIGEL model comprises three key stages: pre-internship training, workplace integration with dual supervision, and post-internship evaluation. It supports two academic credit schemes (12 credits for 3 mo…

IntroductionIn recent years, widespread internet and mobile device use has reshaped adolescents’ reading, study, and information-evaluation practices. In Chile, this occurs in a context of high connectivity but persistent digital literacy gaps. This study aimed to identify adolescents’ study-related digital practices and preferences and to explore their beliefs about reliability and verification …

This study examines the relationship between continuous environmental education and pro-environmental behavior among graduate students in Kazakhstan. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining content analysis (n = 53) of higher education curricula with a quantitative survey of graduate students enrolled in teacher education programs (n = 147). The survey assessed environmental knowledge, attit…

IntroductionRapid advances in digital technology have significantly increased the auditing industry's demand for interdisciplinary talent. However, current digital-intelligent auditing courses in higher education still face prominent challenges, including fragmented content, weak connections between modules, and unclear relationships among knowledge points. To address these issues, this study int…

Mathematics in the Modern World (MMW) is a core general education course that develops quantitative reasoning and applied problem solving, yet many first-year students struggle with its concepts and applications. Such challenges call for support designs that extend beyond remediation and function in blended learning environments. This study profiled students perceived challenges in MMW and examin…

Employment competitiveness is widely regarded as a key indicator of higher education effectiveness, particularly in application-oriented universities where graduate employability affects institutional reputation and social recognition. Grounded in Situated Cognition Theory, Synergy Theory, Self-Determination Theory, and Human Capital Theory, this study develops an integrated framework to examine …

The present study investigated the role of a Higher-Order Adjunct Question Package (HAQP) in supporting learners’ germane cognitive load (GCL) within digital learning environments, using two complementary indicators: a self-reported measure of germane cognitive load and knowledge-transfer performance. A total of 126 Mathematics and English teachers participated in the study and were randomly assi…

IntroductionThis study examines the role of interactivity in virtual learning environments (VLEs), focusing on the integration of synchronous and asynchronous modalities in shaping educational presence.MethodsA mixed-methods design was applied, combining survey data, observational analysis, and interaction records from a Moodle-based course with 115 undergraduate Communication students. Variables…

This study explores the development and management of campus learning spaces at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), focusing on the experiences and perspectives of the technical administrative staff at the Education Division's Unit for Learning Environment and Scheduling. While recent pedagogical paradigms emphasise flexibility, student-centred design, and the active role o…

PurposeChildren today face increasing cognitive, emotional, and social demands that may undermine their well-being and development. This study evaluated the effects of a school-based intervention combining attentional practices and Philosophy for Children (P4C) dialogue, as promoted by the SEVE Foundation. The program aimed to foster well-being, socio-emotional competencies, and academic self-eva…

This study examines whether active learning activities based on time series forecasting for engineering students yield statistically significant improvements with respect to performance and engagement. In this context, a pair of team-based learning activities were implemented across two consecutive academic years in a STEM-related course. In the first one, students completed two activities involv…

With the increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across industries, there is a growing need to transform traditional teaching methods into more innovative, technology-driven, and practice-oriented approaches. Project-Based Learning (PBL) has emerged as an effective pedagogy that promotes active learning, connects theoretical concepts to real-world applications, and enhances critica…