Educational cooperation,as the cornerstone and vanguard of people-to-people exchanges and practical cooperation between China and Africa,holds irreplaceable strategic significance for enhancing the quality of Africa&#...Educational cooperation,as the cornerstone and vanguard of people-to-people exchanges and practical cooperation between China and Africa,holds irreplaceable strategic significance for enhancing the quality of Africa's human capital and accelerating its structural transformation and modernization process.This paper employs“demand–supply–adaptation”as its core analytical framework and aims to systematically explore how the educational cooperation between China and Africa can serve Africa's goal of modernization more precisely and effectively.First,through reviewing and analyzing the domestic and international research literature,this paper clarifies the focus,paradigms,and shortcomings of existing research,identifying the knowledge contribution of this study.Second,utilizing detailed macro-level data,case studies,and comparative research methods,it comprehensively presents the multidimensional status,structural characteristics,and development trends of China–Africa educational cooperation in areas such as student exchanges,cooperative education,vocational and technical training,language and cultural exchange,and emerging digital education.This paper also deeply analyzes the pressing and specific demands placed on the education system by Africa's modernization development across key dimensions like economic diversification,industrialization,agricultural modernization,social governance upgrading,and digital transformation.Third,based on the cooperative principle of“Africa's needs and China's strengths,”this paper innovatively proposes systematic countermeasures and suggestions for constructing new,multi-level,high-quality,sustainable,and future-oriented pathways for China–Africa educational cooperation:(a)promoting the strategic focus of cooperation to extend from“hard infrastructure”support to empowering“soft infrastructure”;(b)deepening the integration of industry and education and school–enterprise collaboration to precisely align with Africa's industrial development needs;vigorously developing digital education and jointly building a smart education ecosystem to help Africa bridge the digital divide;(c)improving an evidence-based,third-party evaluation system for cooperative effectiveness and a full-process quality assurance system;and(d)promoting the collaborative participation of multiple actors including governments,schools,enterprises,think tanks,and social organizations to build a new cooperative pattern of coconstruction,co-governance,and shared benefits.展开更多
Objective:This research examines the socio-educational and acculturation experiences of Filipino nurse-migrants within the context of international healthcare systems.It seeks to understand the multifaceted emotional ...Objective:This research examines the socio-educational and acculturation experiences of Filipino nurse-migrants within the context of international healthcare systems.It seeks to understand the multifaceted emotional and professional system-related difficulties they face and how these impact their adaptation strategies and integration processes elsewhere.Methods:A qualitative phenomenological strategy,as described by Colaizzi's 7-step analysis method,was employed.A purposeful sample of 10 Filipino nurses deployed to Saudi Arabia,Oman,the United States,Finland,Australia,Ireland,Norway,and Germany was chosen.Par ticipants took part in video conferencing structured interviews,which were conducted remotely.Manually and using NVivo(Version 15,Lumivero,2024),thematic analysis was conducted to identify impor tant themes from the par ticipants'stories.Results:Seven major themes emerged:(1)emotional and cultural dimensions of guilt,isolation,and professional identity negotiation;(2)language and communication barriers,which comprise code-switching and cultural deference challenges;(3)systematic barriers such as credential recognition,licensing examinations,and bureaucratic obstacles;(4)gaps in clinical practice standards,patient care ethics,and discrepancy;(5)family and finances as motivation and resilience;(6)bridging programs and adaptation to student-centered learning as educational transitions;and(7)cultural adaptation depicts discrimination,the workplace hierarchical order,discerning and pragmatically fluent challenges.Despite systemic inequities,participants demonstrated remarkable adaptability,which was visibly rooted in Filipino cultural values such as pakikisama,utang na loob,and bayanihan.Conclusions:The migration experience of Filipino nurses is associated with profound and emotional changes on professional and cultural levels.While these individuals adapt remarkably well due to their multifaceted resilience,they face unforgiving barriers,including credentialing,cultural,and systemic issues.Policies that foster intercultural understanding alongside psychosocial suppor t and fair recognition of foreign credentials would enhance the positive impact of migrant nurses on international healthcare.These considerations will enhance the integration experience for migrant nurses and have a positive impact on patient care worldwide.展开更多
This study explores the cultural and value foundations of the educational goals of higher education in Kazakhstan and China.Based on the historical development and cultural traditions of the two countries,this study c...This study explores the cultural and value foundations of the educational goals of higher education in Kazakhstan and China.Based on the historical development and cultural traditions of the two countries,this study compares the similarities and differences of the educational goals of the two countries through qualitative literature content analysis.Both countries have taken“modernization and internationalization”as one of the core development directions of higher education development,but China’s educational philosophy is rooted in Confucianism and socialist core values,emphasizing country and collectivism;while Kazakhstan,based on neoliberal orientation,draws on the European education framework,gradually integrates multicultural concepts,emphasizes national identity and attaches importance to students’individual development.This study uses Hofstede’s cultural dimensions and postcolonial education theory to explore how different nation-building narratives affect the educational goals of higher education.By comparing value systems,institutional logics,and student training models,it helps to understand how the educational systems of the“Global South”countries seek a balance between international standards and local cultural identity.It provides inspiration for the development of education based on culture and mutual reference under the global education trend,and provides a comparative education perspective for reform localization.展开更多
The development of new quality productivity has set new requirements for vocational education.Vocational colleges need to integrate ideological and political education into professional courses to cultivate high-quali...The development of new quality productivity has set new requirements for vocational education.Vocational colleges need to integrate ideological and political education into professional courses to cultivate high-quality talents with both technical capabilities and political literacy.This paper analyzes the connotation of new quality productivity and its reshaping of vocational education,explores the challenges faced by the educational mechanism of Curriculumbased Political and Ideological Education(CPIE),and proposes a“three-dimensional synergy”practical pathway.That is,to effectively promote CPIE through three dimensions:the deep integration of cases with professional content,the enhancement of teaching effects using digitization,and the optimization of the course evaluation system.It aims to provide theoretical support and practical references for the reform of ideological and political education in vocational colleges.展开更多
In recent years,with the advent of the era of educational digitalization,the curriculum ideological and political teaching of gerontological nursing in higher vocational colleges has ushered in new development opportu...In recent years,with the advent of the era of educational digitalization,the curriculum ideological and political teaching of gerontological nursing in higher vocational colleges has ushered in new development opportunities.Under the background of educational digitalization,in addition to teaching students’professional knowledge and skills of gerontological nursing,teachers should also focus on improving their ideological and moral literacy,guiding students to establish correct values in their hearts,promoting their all-round development in a true sense,and thus cultivating them into gerontological nursing talents with exquisite medical skills and noble medical ethics.This will better meet the social demand for professional gerontological nursing talents and inject inexhaustible motivation into the development of the elderly care industry.In this regard,this paper first elaborates on the value implication of the curriculum ideological and political teaching reform of higher vocational gerontological nursing under the background of educational digitalization,and then puts forward effective implementation strategies for teaching reform,aiming to provide certain reference for relevant researchers and better improve the effectiveness of curriculum ideological and political education in higher vocational gerontological nursing teaching.展开更多
The transition of generative AI from an analytical to a creative tool is profoundly reshaping global education.This study employs CiteSpace for a scientometric analysis of relevant literature,identifying key research ...The transition of generative AI from an analytical to a creative tool is profoundly reshaping global education.This study employs CiteSpace for a scientometric analysis of relevant literature,identifying key research domains-“higher education,”“human-AI collaboration,”and“educational innovation”-and tracing their evolution.A comparative examination of approaches in the UK,US,and Australia highlights international variations in governance,assessment,and pedagogical integration.The analysis details GenAI’s transformative impact on key educational processes(teaching,learning,assessment,tutoring)via its core capabilities,while also addressing associated risks like data privacy,ethical dilemmas,and over-reliance.Concluding with a China-specific perspective,the paper proposes a forward-looking framework emphasizing human-centric principles,robust accountability,sustainable data ecosystems,and synergistic development,offering insights for intelligent education development worldwide.展开更多
Based on the current status of educational inequality between urban and rural areas in China,this study transcends the traditional resource-centered perspective to examine the latent roles of cultural and social capit...Based on the current status of educational inequality between urban and rural areas in China,this study transcends the traditional resource-centered perspective to examine the latent roles of cultural and social capital in the distribution of educational opportunities.The research finds that institutional arrangements,family cultural accumulation,social networks,and digital literacy collectively constitute the latent structure of urban-rural educational inequality,determining the access to and conversion efficiency of educational opportunities.Cultural capital influences students’educational adaptability through cognitive abilities,learning habits,and the accumulation of educational resources,while social capital expands educational opportunities through information access and social support.Their interaction exacerbates urban-rural disparities.The study further suggests that achieving educational equity requires a multidimensional coordinated strategy encompassing institutional restructuring,cultural empowerment,social capital development,and digital empowerment,providing both theoretical guidance and practical pathways for policy formulation and educational practice.展开更多
BACKGROUND Orthopedic training,one of the most useful but under-represented specialties in undergraduate medical curricula,has some difficulties in clinical teaching.AIM To determine if simulation-based learning(SBL)w...BACKGROUND Orthopedic training,one of the most useful but under-represented specialties in undergraduate medical curricula,has some difficulties in clinical teaching.AIM To determine if simulation-based learning(SBL)was effective in enhancing procedural accuracy,skill confidence,and knowledge recall in final-year medical students.METHODS This was a cross-sectional observational study performed in the Department of Orthopaedics in a tertiary care teaching hospital with simulation training facilities.The trial was conducted over 2 months(January 2025-February 2025)and was designed to determine the effect of SBL on procedural skills,knowledge retention,and self-perceived confidence in a group of final-year medical students.The inclusion criterion was undergraduate medical students in their final year who had clinical postings in orthopedics.Convenience sampling was used to recruit 106 students.The sample size was estimated to achieve a post-training 50%improvement ratio in procedural accuracy,a confidence interval of 95%,and an absolute precision of 10%.The simulation sessions included exercises with synthetic bone models,cast equipment,and procedural packs[orthopedic skills:(1)Closed fracture reduction;(2)Application of plaster;and(3)Traction].Each session consisted of an instructor-led demonstration,practice under supervision,and immediate feedback.RESULTS In our study involving 106 final-year medical students,SBL significantly improved procedural accuracy with scores rising from 62.5%to 84.9%(P<0.001).Knowledge retention also improved markedly with post-test scores increasing from 63.4%to 78.2%(P<0.001).Self-reported confidence levels showed a substantial gain,increasing from 4.6 to 8.2 on a 10-point scale.Prior simulation exposure and academic performance≥75%were significantly associated with higher post-training accuracy.Gender had no significant influence on outcomes.CONCLUSION The current study attested to the value of SBL in the enhancement of procedural skills,knowledge retention,and self-confidence of final-year medical students in orthopedics.展开更多
This study explores the feasibility of constructing an intelligent educational evaluation system based on the CIPP model and artificial intelligence technology in the context of new engineering disciplines.By integrat...This study explores the feasibility of constructing an intelligent educational evaluation system based on the CIPP model and artificial intelligence technology in the context of new engineering disciplines.By integrating the CIPP model with AI technology,a novel intelligent educational evaluation system was designed.Through experimental validation and case studies,the system demonstrated significant effectiveness in improving teaching quality,facilitating personalized student development,and optimizing educational resource allocation.Additionally,the study predicts potential changes this system could bring to the education industry and proposes relevant policy recommendations.Although the current research has limitations,with technological advancements in the future,this system is expected to provide stronger support for innovations in engineering education models.展开更多
Traditional educational paradigms prioritize age-based progression and early specialization as key indicators of academic potential,especially in STEM.This study challenges this norm by analyzing university entrance a...Traditional educational paradigms prioritize age-based progression and early specialization as key indicators of academic potential,especially in STEM.This study challenges this norm by analyzing university entrance ages of 226 Nobel Physics Laureates(1901-2024).Results reveal a right-skewed distribution(Median=18;Mean=18.8;SD=2.4)with substantial variance(14-25 years),including outliers like Lev Landau(14)and Arthur Ashkin(24).Notably,figures such as Guglielmo Marconi achieved breakthroughs without formal university entry,relying on self-directed learning.Using survival analysis and multinomial regression,we find“non-traditional”timelines,accelerated,delayed,or non-formal pathways,correlate with distinct creative advantages.This suggests current“timeliness”metrics poorly predict transformative scientific achievement.We propose an“Optimal Chrono-Diversity”framework advocating flexible entry systems,enhanced adult learner support,and recognition of autodidactic potential to inform educational policy and cultivate innovative STEM talent.展开更多
The integration of visual elements,such as emojis,into educational content represents a promising approach to enhancing student engagement and comprehension.However,existing efforts in emoji integration often lack sys...The integration of visual elements,such as emojis,into educational content represents a promising approach to enhancing student engagement and comprehension.However,existing efforts in emoji integration often lack systematic frameworks capable of addressing the contextual and pedagogical nuances required for effective implementation.This paper introduces a novel framework that combines Data-Driven Error-Correcting Output Codes(DECOC),Long Short-Term Memory(LSTM)networks,and Multi-Layer Deep Neural Networks(ML-DNN)to identify optimal emoji placements within computer science course materials.The originality of the proposed system lies in its ability to leverage sentiment analysis techniques and contextual embeddings to align emoji recommendations with both the emotional tone and learning objectives of course content.A meticulously annotated dataset,comprising diverse topics in computer science,was developed to train and validate the model,ensuring its applicability across a wide range of educational contexts.Comprehensive validation demonstrated the system’s superior performance,achieving an accuracy of 92.4%,precision of 90.7%,recall of 89.3%,and an F1-score of 90.0%.Comparative analysis with baselinemodels and relatedworks confirms themodel’s ability tooutperformexisting approaches inbalancing accuracy,relevance,and contextual appropriateness.Beyond its technical advancements,this framework offers practical benefits for educators by providing an Artificial Intelligence-assisted(AI-assisted)tool that facilitates personalized content adaptation based on student sentiment and engagement patterns.By automating the identification of appropriate emoji placements,teachers can enhance digital course materials with minimal effort,improving the clarity of complex concepts and fostering an emotionally supportive learning environment.This paper contributes to the emerging field of AI-enhanced education by addressing critical gaps in personalized content delivery and pedagogical support.Its findings highlight the transformative potential of integrating AI-driven emoji placement systems into educational materials,offering an innovative tool for fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes.The proposed framework establishes a foundation for future advancements in the visual augmentation of educational resources,emphasizing scalability and adaptability for broader applications in e-learning.展开更多
Under the strategy of building an educational power country,the reform of higher mathematics teaching should take into account both value guidance and digital innovation.This study,guided by the“educationalist spirit...Under the strategy of building an educational power country,the reform of higher mathematics teaching should take into account both value guidance and digital innovation.This study,guided by the“educationalist spirit”,explores the integration of course ideological education into teaching and leverages digital innovation for empowerment.Analyzing the literature reveals that there is a gap in the connection between the“educationalist spirit”theory and the“digital and intelligent technology”practice.Therefore,a“spiritual guidance–technological empowerment”dual-wheel driving model is proposed,along with the corresponding framework and path.Research shows that this model can enhance teaching effectiveness and educational quality,providing an integrated path for cultivating top-notch innovative talents.展开更多
As an emerging technological form,the metaverse provides innovative transformations for all levels of education-including scenarios,resources,and models-through its highly immersive and powerful social interaction cha...As an emerging technological form,the metaverse provides innovative transformations for all levels of education-including scenarios,resources,and models-through its highly immersive and powerful social interaction characteristics.Educational evaluation is core to assessing teaching effects and improving teaching strategies.With the technical support of the metaverse,challenges in traditional educational evaluation can be addressed,and comprehensive multi-dimensional portraits of individuals and collectives can be depicted,effectively enhancing teaching outcomes.Therefore,it has important value and untapped potential.This paper first analyzes the characteristics of educational evaluation in the metaverse context,discusses possible opportunities and challenges,then explores comprehensive practical paths from macro,meso,and micro levels,providing suggestions for the reform of educational evaluation in the metaverse environment.展开更多
Drawing on educational philosophy and practical logic,this study systematically examines the historical lineage,theoretical essence,and practical mechanisms through which the spirit of educators empowers the moderniza...Drawing on educational philosophy and practical logic,this study systematically examines the historical lineage,theoretical essence,and practical mechanisms through which the spirit of educators empowers the modernization of education.Developed by Chinese educators over the long course of their teaching practice,this spirit constitutes a stable set of values centered on fostering virtue through education along with the integration of patriotism,professional ethics,educational wisdom,and dedicated practice.Distinct from the“teacher’s moral spirit,”which emphasizes traditional ethical norms,the spirit of educators is contemporary,original,and pioneering.Against the backdrop of digital transformation and building China into a leading country in education,the“uphold fundamental principles and break new ground”dimension of the spirit of educators requires not only a firm commitment to the essence of“fostering virtue through education”but also activating the full potential of technological innovation,which thereby offers both theoretical paradigms and practical pathways for constructing an educational system of educators’spirit with Chinese characteristics.展开更多
As one of the latest research hotspots in the field of artificial intelligence,AI-generated content(AIGC)can create virtual teaching scenarios,such as those involving educational digital humans,through content creatio...As one of the latest research hotspots in the field of artificial intelligence,AI-generated content(AIGC)can create virtual teaching scenarios,such as those involving educational digital humans,through content creation.This integration of AI and education is a product that will profoundly change the form of online education and the learning experience.Currently,most courses for educational digital humans still rely on traditional educational models and face many problems in practice.Based on an overview of AIGC technology and its application in micro-course production,this paper analyzes the current status of micro-courses for educational digital humans.It proposes the application of AIGC technology and educational digital humans in micro-course production,namely,using AIGC technology to drive the transformation of micro-courses for educational digital humans towards intelligence,thereby improving education quality and efficiency.展开更多
Purpose:The aim was to synthesize quantitative and qualitative research that identified the most effective educational strategies for nurse-led inhaler technique(IT)education in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(C...Purpose:The aim was to synthesize quantitative and qualitative research that identified the most effective educational strategies for nurse-led inhaler technique(IT)education in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD)patients,as perceived by patients,healthcare providers,and nurses.Methods:A systematic literature search in Embase,PubMed,Cochrane Library,Web of Science,and CINAHL from 2018 to 30 June 2024 was conducted.In total,327 articles were identified.The results of 14 studies that met the inclusion criteria were synthesized.Data were analyzed with des-criptive and semi-quantitative methods to yield summarizing findings on the effectiveness of different educational strate-gies.All investigations had assessed patient adherence to IT.Results:Data indicated that nurse-led IT teaching strategies are effective in promoting IT adherence and correctness in COPD patients utilizing the personalized Teach-Back method.However,studies in disease control and comparison of patient IT satisfaction and self-efficacy need further investigation.Conclusion:The results of this study may contribute to the understanding of the most effective educational strategies in nurse-led IT education for COPD patients.The synthesized findings can be used for the development of new educational interventions and assessment instruments for IT adherence.展开更多
This paper delves into the challenges and opportunities in the current educational system and proposes an innovative talent cultivation model that integrates science,industry,and education.Through an analysis of issue...This paper delves into the challenges and opportunities in the current educational system and proposes an innovative talent cultivation model that integrates science,industry,and education.Through an analysis of issues such as problems with university construction mechanisms,inadequate alignment between schools and enterprises,the disconnection between theory and practice,and a lack of awareness of innovation and entrepreneurship education,this paper explores a model using geography-related majors in higher education as an example.It discusses talent cultivation strategies based on innovation,professionalism,and practical education.Additionally,this paper explores a new teaching practice model for research-based learning curriculum design,as well as the construction and implementation of the curriculum system.展开更多
This study explores a novel educational model of generative AI-empowered interdisciplinary project-based learning(PBL).By analyzing the current applications of generative AI technology in information technology curric...This study explores a novel educational model of generative AI-empowered interdisciplinary project-based learning(PBL).By analyzing the current applications of generative AI technology in information technology curricula,it elucidates its advantages and operational mechanisms in interdisciplinary PBL.Combining case studies and empirical research,the investigation proposes implementation pathways and strategies for the generative AI-enhanced interdisciplinary PBL model,detailing specific applications across three phases:project preparation,implementation,and evaluation.The research demonstrates that generative AI-enabled interdisciplinary project-based learning can effectively enhance students’learning motivation,interdisciplinary thinking capabilities,and innovative competencies,providing new conceptual frameworks and practical approaches for educational model innovation.展开更多
Objective:This randomized controlled trial aimed to assess the impact of a targeted educational intervention on the awareness and practice of genetic screening and counseling among young adults in Calabar Municipality...Objective:This randomized controlled trial aimed to assess the impact of a targeted educational intervention on the awareness and practice of genetic screening and counseling among young adults in Calabar Municipality,Cross River State.Materials and Methods:Participants(aged 18-45)were randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving structured health education or a control group receiving general health information.Stratified randomization was used between the groups.A sample size of 340 participants was recruited to detect a 20%difference in outcomes with 80%power.Data were collected using prevalidated questionnaires at baseline,immediately after the intervention,and at a 3-month follow-up.The intervention consisted of three weekly 90-min educational sessions covering genetics,the benefits of screening,and practical guidance on accessing genetic services.The primary outcomes were changes in awareness and practices related to genetic screening,with secondary outcomes focusing on attitudes and intentions toward genetic counseling.Results:Findings revealed that awareness of genetic screening was higher in the intervention group,with 65.9%of participants aware of early detection,compared to 59.4%in the control group,although the difference was not statistically significant(P=0.23).In terms of practice,42.9%of the intervention group and 40.0%of the control group engaged in genetic screening programs,with no significant difference(P=0.57).Logistic regression analysis highlighted that age,educational level,and knowledge of teratogens were significant predictors of genetic screening awareness.Participants aged 36 years and above were 1.52 times more likely to be aware(odds ratio[OR]=1.52,P=0.003),and those with tertiary education had nearly double the likelihood of awareness(OR=1.96,P<0.001).Conclusion:The study underscores the importance of targeted education in improving genetic screening awareness.展开更多
文摘Educational cooperation,as the cornerstone and vanguard of people-to-people exchanges and practical cooperation between China and Africa,holds irreplaceable strategic significance for enhancing the quality of Africa's human capital and accelerating its structural transformation and modernization process.This paper employs“demand–supply–adaptation”as its core analytical framework and aims to systematically explore how the educational cooperation between China and Africa can serve Africa's goal of modernization more precisely and effectively.First,through reviewing and analyzing the domestic and international research literature,this paper clarifies the focus,paradigms,and shortcomings of existing research,identifying the knowledge contribution of this study.Second,utilizing detailed macro-level data,case studies,and comparative research methods,it comprehensively presents the multidimensional status,structural characteristics,and development trends of China–Africa educational cooperation in areas such as student exchanges,cooperative education,vocational and technical training,language and cultural exchange,and emerging digital education.This paper also deeply analyzes the pressing and specific demands placed on the education system by Africa's modernization development across key dimensions like economic diversification,industrialization,agricultural modernization,social governance upgrading,and digital transformation.Third,based on the cooperative principle of“Africa's needs and China's strengths,”this paper innovatively proposes systematic countermeasures and suggestions for constructing new,multi-level,high-quality,sustainable,and future-oriented pathways for China–Africa educational cooperation:(a)promoting the strategic focus of cooperation to extend from“hard infrastructure”support to empowering“soft infrastructure”;(b)deepening the integration of industry and education and school–enterprise collaboration to precisely align with Africa's industrial development needs;vigorously developing digital education and jointly building a smart education ecosystem to help Africa bridge the digital divide;(c)improving an evidence-based,third-party evaluation system for cooperative effectiveness and a full-process quality assurance system;and(d)promoting the collaborative participation of multiple actors including governments,schools,enterprises,think tanks,and social organizations to build a new cooperative pattern of coconstruction,co-governance,and shared benefits.
文摘Objective:This research examines the socio-educational and acculturation experiences of Filipino nurse-migrants within the context of international healthcare systems.It seeks to understand the multifaceted emotional and professional system-related difficulties they face and how these impact their adaptation strategies and integration processes elsewhere.Methods:A qualitative phenomenological strategy,as described by Colaizzi's 7-step analysis method,was employed.A purposeful sample of 10 Filipino nurses deployed to Saudi Arabia,Oman,the United States,Finland,Australia,Ireland,Norway,and Germany was chosen.Par ticipants took part in video conferencing structured interviews,which were conducted remotely.Manually and using NVivo(Version 15,Lumivero,2024),thematic analysis was conducted to identify impor tant themes from the par ticipants'stories.Results:Seven major themes emerged:(1)emotional and cultural dimensions of guilt,isolation,and professional identity negotiation;(2)language and communication barriers,which comprise code-switching and cultural deference challenges;(3)systematic barriers such as credential recognition,licensing examinations,and bureaucratic obstacles;(4)gaps in clinical practice standards,patient care ethics,and discrepancy;(5)family and finances as motivation and resilience;(6)bridging programs and adaptation to student-centered learning as educational transitions;and(7)cultural adaptation depicts discrimination,the workplace hierarchical order,discerning and pragmatically fluent challenges.Despite systemic inequities,participants demonstrated remarkable adaptability,which was visibly rooted in Filipino cultural values such as pakikisama,utang na loob,and bayanihan.Conclusions:The migration experience of Filipino nurses is associated with profound and emotional changes on professional and cultural levels.While these individuals adapt remarkably well due to their multifaceted resilience,they face unforgiving barriers,including credentialing,cultural,and systemic issues.Policies that foster intercultural understanding alongside psychosocial suppor t and fair recognition of foreign credentials would enhance the positive impact of migrant nurses on international healthcare.These considerations will enhance the integration experience for migrant nurses and have a positive impact on patient care worldwide.
文摘This study explores the cultural and value foundations of the educational goals of higher education in Kazakhstan and China.Based on the historical development and cultural traditions of the two countries,this study compares the similarities and differences of the educational goals of the two countries through qualitative literature content analysis.Both countries have taken“modernization and internationalization”as one of the core development directions of higher education development,but China’s educational philosophy is rooted in Confucianism and socialist core values,emphasizing country and collectivism;while Kazakhstan,based on neoliberal orientation,draws on the European education framework,gradually integrates multicultural concepts,emphasizes national identity and attaches importance to students’individual development.This study uses Hofstede’s cultural dimensions and postcolonial education theory to explore how different nation-building narratives affect the educational goals of higher education.By comparing value systems,institutional logics,and student training models,it helps to understand how the educational systems of the“Global South”countries seek a balance between international standards and local cultural identity.It provides inspiration for the development of education based on culture and mutual reference under the global education trend,and provides a comparative education perspective for reform localization.
基金supported by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Education(Project Leader:Shang Wang,Project No.ZYJYDJ2024049).
文摘The development of new quality productivity has set new requirements for vocational education.Vocational colleges need to integrate ideological and political education into professional courses to cultivate high-quality talents with both technical capabilities and political literacy.This paper analyzes the connotation of new quality productivity and its reshaping of vocational education,explores the challenges faced by the educational mechanism of Curriculumbased Political and Ideological Education(CPIE),and proposes a“three-dimensional synergy”practical pathway.That is,to effectively promote CPIE through three dimensions:the deep integration of cases with professional content,the enhancement of teaching effects using digitization,and the optimization of the course evaluation system.It aims to provide theoretical support and practical references for the reform of ideological and political education in vocational colleges.
文摘In recent years,with the advent of the era of educational digitalization,the curriculum ideological and political teaching of gerontological nursing in higher vocational colleges has ushered in new development opportunities.Under the background of educational digitalization,in addition to teaching students’professional knowledge and skills of gerontological nursing,teachers should also focus on improving their ideological and moral literacy,guiding students to establish correct values in their hearts,promoting their all-round development in a true sense,and thus cultivating them into gerontological nursing talents with exquisite medical skills and noble medical ethics.This will better meet the social demand for professional gerontological nursing talents and inject inexhaustible motivation into the development of the elderly care industry.In this regard,this paper first elaborates on the value implication of the curriculum ideological and political teaching reform of higher vocational gerontological nursing under the background of educational digitalization,and then puts forward effective implementation strategies for teaching reform,aiming to provide certain reference for relevant researchers and better improve the effectiveness of curriculum ideological and political education in higher vocational gerontological nursing teaching.
文摘The transition of generative AI from an analytical to a creative tool is profoundly reshaping global education.This study employs CiteSpace for a scientometric analysis of relevant literature,identifying key research domains-“higher education,”“human-AI collaboration,”and“educational innovation”-and tracing their evolution.A comparative examination of approaches in the UK,US,and Australia highlights international variations in governance,assessment,and pedagogical integration.The analysis details GenAI’s transformative impact on key educational processes(teaching,learning,assessment,tutoring)via its core capabilities,while also addressing associated risks like data privacy,ethical dilemmas,and over-reliance.Concluding with a China-specific perspective,the paper proposes a forward-looking framework emphasizing human-centric principles,robust accountability,sustainable data ecosystems,and synergistic development,offering insights for intelligent education development worldwide.
文摘Based on the current status of educational inequality between urban and rural areas in China,this study transcends the traditional resource-centered perspective to examine the latent roles of cultural and social capital in the distribution of educational opportunities.The research finds that institutional arrangements,family cultural accumulation,social networks,and digital literacy collectively constitute the latent structure of urban-rural educational inequality,determining the access to and conversion efficiency of educational opportunities.Cultural capital influences students’educational adaptability through cognitive abilities,learning habits,and the accumulation of educational resources,while social capital expands educational opportunities through information access and social support.Their interaction exacerbates urban-rural disparities.The study further suggests that achieving educational equity requires a multidimensional coordinated strategy encompassing institutional restructuring,cultural empowerment,social capital development,and digital empowerment,providing both theoretical guidance and practical pathways for policy formulation and educational practice.
文摘BACKGROUND Orthopedic training,one of the most useful but under-represented specialties in undergraduate medical curricula,has some difficulties in clinical teaching.AIM To determine if simulation-based learning(SBL)was effective in enhancing procedural accuracy,skill confidence,and knowledge recall in final-year medical students.METHODS This was a cross-sectional observational study performed in the Department of Orthopaedics in a tertiary care teaching hospital with simulation training facilities.The trial was conducted over 2 months(January 2025-February 2025)and was designed to determine the effect of SBL on procedural skills,knowledge retention,and self-perceived confidence in a group of final-year medical students.The inclusion criterion was undergraduate medical students in their final year who had clinical postings in orthopedics.Convenience sampling was used to recruit 106 students.The sample size was estimated to achieve a post-training 50%improvement ratio in procedural accuracy,a confidence interval of 95%,and an absolute precision of 10%.The simulation sessions included exercises with synthetic bone models,cast equipment,and procedural packs[orthopedic skills:(1)Closed fracture reduction;(2)Application of plaster;and(3)Traction].Each session consisted of an instructor-led demonstration,practice under supervision,and immediate feedback.RESULTS In our study involving 106 final-year medical students,SBL significantly improved procedural accuracy with scores rising from 62.5%to 84.9%(P<0.001).Knowledge retention also improved markedly with post-test scores increasing from 63.4%to 78.2%(P<0.001).Self-reported confidence levels showed a substantial gain,increasing from 4.6 to 8.2 on a 10-point scale.Prior simulation exposure and academic performance≥75%were significantly associated with higher post-training accuracy.Gender had no significant influence on outcomes.CONCLUSION The current study attested to the value of SBL in the enhancement of procedural skills,knowledge retention,and self-confidence of final-year medical students in orthopedics.
基金Liaoning Provincial Social Science Planning Fund“Research on the Educational Intelligent Evaluation System Based on the CIPP Model and Artificial Intelligence under the Background of New Engineering”(L22BTJ005)。
文摘This study explores the feasibility of constructing an intelligent educational evaluation system based on the CIPP model and artificial intelligence technology in the context of new engineering disciplines.By integrating the CIPP model with AI technology,a novel intelligent educational evaluation system was designed.Through experimental validation and case studies,the system demonstrated significant effectiveness in improving teaching quality,facilitating personalized student development,and optimizing educational resource allocation.Additionally,the study predicts potential changes this system could bring to the education industry and proposes relevant policy recommendations.Although the current research has limitations,with technological advancements in the future,this system is expected to provide stronger support for innovations in engineering education models.
基金Inner Mongolia Natural Science Foundation of China(Project No.:2023QN01015).
文摘Traditional educational paradigms prioritize age-based progression and early specialization as key indicators of academic potential,especially in STEM.This study challenges this norm by analyzing university entrance ages of 226 Nobel Physics Laureates(1901-2024).Results reveal a right-skewed distribution(Median=18;Mean=18.8;SD=2.4)with substantial variance(14-25 years),including outliers like Lev Landau(14)and Arthur Ashkin(24).Notably,figures such as Guglielmo Marconi achieved breakthroughs without formal university entry,relying on self-directed learning.Using survival analysis and multinomial regression,we find“non-traditional”timelines,accelerated,delayed,or non-formal pathways,correlate with distinct creative advantages.This suggests current“timeliness”metrics poorly predict transformative scientific achievement.We propose an“Optimal Chrono-Diversity”framework advocating flexible entry systems,enhanced adult learner support,and recognition of autodidactic potential to inform educational policy and cultivate innovative STEM talent.
基金funded by the Deanship of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research at Majmaah University,grant number[R-2025-1637].
文摘The integration of visual elements,such as emojis,into educational content represents a promising approach to enhancing student engagement and comprehension.However,existing efforts in emoji integration often lack systematic frameworks capable of addressing the contextual and pedagogical nuances required for effective implementation.This paper introduces a novel framework that combines Data-Driven Error-Correcting Output Codes(DECOC),Long Short-Term Memory(LSTM)networks,and Multi-Layer Deep Neural Networks(ML-DNN)to identify optimal emoji placements within computer science course materials.The originality of the proposed system lies in its ability to leverage sentiment analysis techniques and contextual embeddings to align emoji recommendations with both the emotional tone and learning objectives of course content.A meticulously annotated dataset,comprising diverse topics in computer science,was developed to train and validate the model,ensuring its applicability across a wide range of educational contexts.Comprehensive validation demonstrated the system’s superior performance,achieving an accuracy of 92.4%,precision of 90.7%,recall of 89.3%,and an F1-score of 90.0%.Comparative analysis with baselinemodels and relatedworks confirms themodel’s ability tooutperformexisting approaches inbalancing accuracy,relevance,and contextual appropriateness.Beyond its technical advancements,this framework offers practical benefits for educators by providing an Artificial Intelligence-assisted(AI-assisted)tool that facilitates personalized content adaptation based on student sentiment and engagement patterns.By automating the identification of appropriate emoji placements,teachers can enhance digital course materials with minimal effort,improving the clarity of complex concepts and fostering an emotionally supportive learning environment.This paper contributes to the emerging field of AI-enhanced education by addressing critical gaps in personalized content delivery and pedagogical support.Its findings highlight the transformative potential of integrating AI-driven emoji placement systems into educational materials,offering an innovative tool for fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes.The proposed framework establishes a foundation for future advancements in the visual augmentation of educational resources,emphasizing scalability and adaptability for broader applications in e-learning.
基金High-level talent start-up fund project of Gan Dong University,Research on Ideological and Political Education of Higher Mathematics under the Leadership of Educator Spirit(Project No.:12225000408)。
文摘Under the strategy of building an educational power country,the reform of higher mathematics teaching should take into account both value guidance and digital innovation.This study,guided by the“educationalist spirit”,explores the integration of course ideological education into teaching and leverages digital innovation for empowerment.Analyzing the literature reveals that there is a gap in the connection between the“educationalist spirit”theory and the“digital and intelligent technology”practice.Therefore,a“spiritual guidance–technological empowerment”dual-wheel driving model is proposed,along with the corresponding framework and path.Research shows that this model can enhance teaching effectiveness and educational quality,providing an integrated path for cultivating top-notch innovative talents.
文摘As an emerging technological form,the metaverse provides innovative transformations for all levels of education-including scenarios,resources,and models-through its highly immersive and powerful social interaction characteristics.Educational evaluation is core to assessing teaching effects and improving teaching strategies.With the technical support of the metaverse,challenges in traditional educational evaluation can be addressed,and comprehensive multi-dimensional portraits of individuals and collectives can be depicted,effectively enhancing teaching outcomes.Therefore,it has important value and untapped potential.This paper first analyzes the characteristics of educational evaluation in the metaverse context,discusses possible opportunities and challenges,then explores comprehensive practical paths from macro,meso,and micro levels,providing suggestions for the reform of educational evaluation in the metaverse environment.
文摘Drawing on educational philosophy and practical logic,this study systematically examines the historical lineage,theoretical essence,and practical mechanisms through which the spirit of educators empowers the modernization of education.Developed by Chinese educators over the long course of their teaching practice,this spirit constitutes a stable set of values centered on fostering virtue through education along with the integration of patriotism,professional ethics,educational wisdom,and dedicated practice.Distinct from the“teacher’s moral spirit,”which emphasizes traditional ethical norms,the spirit of educators is contemporary,original,and pioneering.Against the backdrop of digital transformation and building China into a leading country in education,the“uphold fundamental principles and break new ground”dimension of the spirit of educators requires not only a firm commitment to the essence of“fostering virtue through education”but also activating the full potential of technological innovation,which thereby offers both theoretical paradigms and practical pathways for constructing an educational system of educators’spirit with Chinese characteristics.
文摘As one of the latest research hotspots in the field of artificial intelligence,AI-generated content(AIGC)can create virtual teaching scenarios,such as those involving educational digital humans,through content creation.This integration of AI and education is a product that will profoundly change the form of online education and the learning experience.Currently,most courses for educational digital humans still rely on traditional educational models and face many problems in practice.Based on an overview of AIGC technology and its application in micro-course production,this paper analyzes the current status of micro-courses for educational digital humans.It proposes the application of AIGC technology and educational digital humans in micro-course production,namely,using AIGC technology to drive the transformation of micro-courses for educational digital humans towards intelligence,thereby improving education quality and efficiency.
文摘Purpose:The aim was to synthesize quantitative and qualitative research that identified the most effective educational strategies for nurse-led inhaler technique(IT)education in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD)patients,as perceived by patients,healthcare providers,and nurses.Methods:A systematic literature search in Embase,PubMed,Cochrane Library,Web of Science,and CINAHL from 2018 to 30 June 2024 was conducted.In total,327 articles were identified.The results of 14 studies that met the inclusion criteria were synthesized.Data were analyzed with des-criptive and semi-quantitative methods to yield summarizing findings on the effectiveness of different educational strate-gies.All investigations had assessed patient adherence to IT.Results:Data indicated that nurse-led IT teaching strategies are effective in promoting IT adherence and correctness in COPD patients utilizing the personalized Teach-Back method.However,studies in disease control and comparison of patient IT satisfaction and self-efficacy need further investigation.Conclusion:The results of this study may contribute to the understanding of the most effective educational strategies in nurse-led IT education for COPD patients.The synthesized findings can be used for the development of new educational interventions and assessment instruments for IT adherence.
文摘This paper delves into the challenges and opportunities in the current educational system and proposes an innovative talent cultivation model that integrates science,industry,and education.Through an analysis of issues such as problems with university construction mechanisms,inadequate alignment between schools and enterprises,the disconnection between theory and practice,and a lack of awareness of innovation and entrepreneurship education,this paper explores a model using geography-related majors in higher education as an example.It discusses talent cultivation strategies based on innovation,professionalism,and practical education.Additionally,this paper explores a new teaching practice model for research-based learning curriculum design,as well as the construction and implementation of the curriculum system.
文摘This study explores a novel educational model of generative AI-empowered interdisciplinary project-based learning(PBL).By analyzing the current applications of generative AI technology in information technology curricula,it elucidates its advantages and operational mechanisms in interdisciplinary PBL.Combining case studies and empirical research,the investigation proposes implementation pathways and strategies for the generative AI-enhanced interdisciplinary PBL model,detailing specific applications across three phases:project preparation,implementation,and evaluation.The research demonstrates that generative AI-enabled interdisciplinary project-based learning can effectively enhance students’learning motivation,interdisciplinary thinking capabilities,and innovative competencies,providing new conceptual frameworks and practical approaches for educational model innovation.
文摘Objective:This randomized controlled trial aimed to assess the impact of a targeted educational intervention on the awareness and practice of genetic screening and counseling among young adults in Calabar Municipality,Cross River State.Materials and Methods:Participants(aged 18-45)were randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving structured health education or a control group receiving general health information.Stratified randomization was used between the groups.A sample size of 340 participants was recruited to detect a 20%difference in outcomes with 80%power.Data were collected using prevalidated questionnaires at baseline,immediately after the intervention,and at a 3-month follow-up.The intervention consisted of three weekly 90-min educational sessions covering genetics,the benefits of screening,and practical guidance on accessing genetic services.The primary outcomes were changes in awareness and practices related to genetic screening,with secondary outcomes focusing on attitudes and intentions toward genetic counseling.Results:Findings revealed that awareness of genetic screening was higher in the intervention group,with 65.9%of participants aware of early detection,compared to 59.4%in the control group,although the difference was not statistically significant(P=0.23).In terms of practice,42.9%of the intervention group and 40.0%of the control group engaged in genetic screening programs,with no significant difference(P=0.57).Logistic regression analysis highlighted that age,educational level,and knowledge of teratogens were significant predictors of genetic screening awareness.Participants aged 36 years and above were 1.52 times more likely to be aware(odds ratio[OR]=1.52,P=0.003),and those with tertiary education had nearly double the likelihood of awareness(OR=1.96,P<0.001).Conclusion:The study underscores the importance of targeted education in improving genetic screening awareness.
