Abstract:Meeting the demand for qualified teachers is a major challenge for private schools amid increasing competition and rising expectations for educational quality. This study examines the determinants of teacher demand in private senior high schools in Jambi City, Indonesia. Using quantitative methods, data were collected from 30 private senior high schools and analyzed with Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression. The results indicate that school finances, school productivity, school quality, and technology utilization have a significant positive effect on the demand for teachers. In contrast, teacher wages/honoraria and school facilities do not exert a statistically significant individual effect. Collectively, however, the examined variables significantly influence teacher demand, and the final regression model explains approximately 79% of the variance in teacher demand. Policy implications for meeting teacher needs in private senior high schools include: (1) enhancing the quality of academic services and graduate outcomes; (2) improving the professional and efficient deployment of teaching staff; and (3) leveraging technology to strengthen competitiveness in the education sector.
Abstract:This book provides educators (including but not limited to those at university level) with data-driven insights into video-mediated interaction. Drawing on extensive research on classroom interaction from a variety of theoretical and analytical perspectives, including four years of observing online university courses that began during the Covid-19 pandemic, the author provides deep insights into video-mediated interaction by comparing direct classroom observations with data provided by teachers and students via online questionnaires. The book clarifies how the newly experienced classroom contexts differ from traditional online and blended classes, then draws on the extensive experience of video-mediated instruction in terms of teacher-learner, learner-content, and learner-learner interaction to decipher what can be challenging and promising about interacting via a screen, specifically addressing multimodal interaction. It also provides practitioners with data-driven suggestions from the perspective of teachers and learners for improving teaching and learning in modern video-based educational contexts that are consistently different from the pre-pandemic idea of e-learning. This book will be a valuable resource for researchers in Applied Linguistics, Language Education and Higher Education more broadly, teachers in higher education institutions worldwide, and teacher education and training and institutional bodies responsible for improving teaching facilities.
Abstract:The study examines the impact international tourist industry, urban population, and digital finance on province economic development from 2005–2024 in China. The study has employed threshold regression models to find significant single-threshold regressions to test for nonlinearities using international tourism income and tourist arrivals. This research has also used two long-run assessment methods: Dynamic ordinary least square and fully modified ordinary least square to evaluate the robustness of methodology conclusions. The results revealed that in the linear models, the effects of foreign tourist statistics are negligible on regional economic growth, whereas the effects of urban population and digital finance on regional economies are significant. However, when nonlinear dynamics appear to be vital to account for tourism economics research, their influence becomes significant at the threshold level. The findings also revealed that the tourist sector and digital finance have different impacts on the volume of tourism at the provincial level. Policymakers may utilise these results to help promote balanced regional development through digital and tourist initiatives.
Abstract:This study examines university students enrolled in the Autonomous Major Selection System (AMSS), focusing on their perceptions of multiple majors and the factors influencing their satisfaction with university life. A total of 399 students from C University in Daejeon participated in an online survey conducted from May 3 to May 10, 2025. The questionnaire covered perceptions of multiplemajors, expected benefits, instructional preferences, and psychological and experiential factors such as self-efficacy, emotional support, and campus engagement. Descriptive statistics, frequency analysis, and multiple regression were used to analyze the data. The results revealed that students value multiple majors for enhancing employability and interdisciplinary learning, yet show reservations toward active learning methods such as PBL and FL. Regression analysis identified academic-social network formation, emotional support, and extracurricular participation as significant predictors of university life satisfaction. These findings suggest that student-centered support systems and awareness strategies are essential for successful implementation of multiple majors within the AMSS.
Abstract:This study This study aimed to examine the factors influencing major satisfaction, career decision-making, and micro-degree (MD) course satisfaction among South Korean university students enrolled in psychology-related MD programs. A total of 93 undergraduate students participated in the study through an online survey, and data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and stepwise multiple regression. The findings showed that MD course satisfaction and multiple major intentions significantly predicted major satisfaction, while seasonal session plans predicted career decision-making. MD course satisfaction was influenced by both major satisfaction and seasonal session plans. These results highlight the impact of MD experiences and proactive academic behaviors on students’ educational satisfaction and career development. The study suggests that micro-degree programs play a pivotal role in enhancing academic engagement and guiding future curriculum design in higher education.
Abstract:Background: Nosocomial infections are one of the leading causes of neonatal mortality, especially in Low and Middle-Income Countries. While maternal UTIs and ICU stays are well known risk factors, this study looks at hospital surfaces as well as the bacteria present on mothers’ and workers’ hands to identify additional sources of infection for nosocomial infections in newborns at hospitals in Yerevan, Armenia. Methods: This observational study was conducted at the Research Center of Maternal and Child Health Protection in Yerevan, Armenia, during 2020-2024. Microbial culture samples were taken from departments related to neonates as well as high traffic areas in the hospital (n=1099). Samples from healthcare workers (n=118) and mothers (n=107) were taken from palms, fingertips, and nails. All samples were appropriately cultured and data analysis included ttests, χ² tests, and logistic regression. Results: Most of the sampled surfaces were negative for microbial growth (n=1009 (84%)), but 98% of positive cultures could be accounted for by S. aureus, Enterobacter spp., and E. coli. The maternity hospital had the greatest number of positive samples (26.5%). 52.8% of samples from healthcare workers showed growth of S. aureus, Enterobacter spp., and E. Coli. 53.3% of samples from mothers’ hands showed growth, with 5% of samples also growing Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The presence of artificial nails and jewelry on mothers’ hands showed a statistically significant increase in bacterial growth. Conclusion: This study highlights the need for continued microbiological surveillance and hand hygiene stewardship to understand local epidemiological trends and decrease rates of neonatal infections in Armenia.
Abstract:A global crisis is when organizations fight for survival, and no matter how hard they try to continue their operations, these efforts entail costs for their stakeholders. Private higher education institutions began the digitalization process late. The COVID-19 pandemic crisis accelerated this process. Education 4.0, the result of the digitalization process, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet of Things, requires the development of disruptive environments capable of promoting efficiency in collaborative environments. Few studies have focused on understanding the internal management of a private higher education institution. The objective of this work is to demonstrate how Education 4.0 can help in the creation of collaborative environments. Using the case study method, this paper shows how, after the government decreed a lockdown, the educational institution transferred all its inperson academic activities to remote teaching in just four days, avoiding the cancellation of enrollments and promoting the institution's financial survival.
Abstract:Introduction: The mental health of medical students has become an increasing concern, given the high prevalence of stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout. In this context, active learning methodologies, such as problem-based learning, clinical simulation, and gamification, have been identified as strategies that not only foster meaningful learning but also promote students’ psychological well-being. Method: This study is an Integrative Literature Review (ILR) grounded in Evidence-Based Practice. The PICo framework guided the research question: What are the impacts of active learning methodologies on the mental health of medical students? Searches were conducted in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and SciELO, including articles published between 2019 and 2025 in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. From 928 studies identified, 22 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed regarding study design, level of evidence, population, and main findings. Results: Most studies were published in English-speaking countries, predominantly with quantitative designs. Findings indicate that active learning methodologies reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout while enhancing engagement, motivation, and socioemotional skills. Discussion: Gaps remain concerning methodological heterogeneity and the lack of longitudinal studies capable of measuring sustained effects. Conclusion: Active learning methodologies emerge as pedagogical resources and strategies for promoting mental health in medical education. Future research should expand longitudinal approaches and explore curricular proposals that integrate academic excellence with psychological well-being.
Abstract:This study investigated the effectiveness of game-based instruction in improving students’ academic achievement in Science, specifically focusing on the topic Biodiversity and the Healthy Society. The results revealed that students exposed to game-based instruction achieved significantly higher posttest scores compared to those taught using traditional methods, indicating improved comprehension, retention, and active participation in learning. Furthermore, the findings suggested that game-based instruction fosters a more engaging and student-centered learning environment, enhancing motivation and collaboration among learners. These outcomes underscore the potential of game-based learning as a pedagogical tool to address difficulties in Science education and to improve achievement in complex topics such as biodiversity. The study concludes that integrating game-based instruction into Science teaching provides meaningful learning opportunities that positively influence student achievement. It is therefore recommended that educators adopt game-based strategies as a complement to conventional approaches to enhance both engagement and academic success in Science.
Abstract:This study comprehensively analyzes the current state of physical education (PE) in Vietnam during the 2020-2025 period and proposes a strategic development roadmap to 2030. The analysis shows that despite important reforms in policy and curriculum toward developing comprehensive student capabilities, PE work still faces significant challenges. These challenges include the lack and inconsistency of facilities, teachers' capabilities not meeting innovation requirements, and reliance on traditional pedagogical methods. In this context, the report identifies two core drivers for transformation: the national digital transformation strategy in education and the sustainable development orientation. The report argues that strategically integrating digital technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Virtual Reality (VR), and innovative teaching models (Blended Learning, OMO) is not merely a technological solution but an essential means to achieve sustainable development goals, specifically ensuring health and well-being (Sustainable Development Goal 3) and quality, equitable education (Sustainable Development Goal 4). Based on the analysis of the current situation and international trends, the report proposes a comprehensive solution roadmap for the 2025-2030 period, focusing on three main pillars: (1) Curriculum and pedagogical innovation, (2) Capacity development for the teaching staff, and (3) Policy and infrastructure improvement. The ultimate goal is to transform physical education from a traditional subject into a dynamic, data-driven, and inclusive field, contributing to the comprehensive development of Vietnam's younger generation.