Student conduct in Canadian universities is generally guided using student conduct policies, which are overseen by student affairs professionals. This structure around student conduct attempts to encourage appropriate behaviour or community standards among students attending university. The concepts of "conduct" and…

In the majority of South African schools, maintaining discipline remains a challenge -- a situation which commands the attention of departmental officials both locally and internationally. When negative disciplinary approaches were prohibited in schools in this country, positive disciplinary measures were recommended in the form of a code of…

Despite critical thinking (CT) being a focal point in higher education, gaps remain in comprehending the psychological factors underlying the formation of CT disposition and its transition into actual CT behavior. To address the gap, we introduce a behavioral perspective to CT research that is based upon the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). We…

Purpose: This study aims to combine two theories, the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) and the Norm Activation Model (NAM), to investigate the relationship between the awareness of reducing single-use plastic waste's environmental cost and the behaviour to limit the use of single-use plastic products (SUPPs) by FPT university students.…

This study examines the impact of digital etiquette training on the development of a digital communication culture among future teachers by providing new perspectives and access to scientific knowledge in the field of digital etiquette. A mixed-methods approach was used both before and after the test. The study included 115 respondents. The…

While once forbidden in classrooms, laughter is increasingly encouraged as contributing to a positive learning environment. However, analyses of laughter in conversation show that laughter performs multiple social functions, some of which are not necessarily positive. Applying this lens, this study investigates the interactional functions of…

Entrepreneurial intention (EI) is a predictor of entrepreneurial behavior. In past years, it received significant attention due to the numerous advantages of entrepreneurial activities. The formation of EI within diverse international settings has been studied by researchers; however, the results of these studies are still inconclusive. Building…

Despite its ever-growing volume, research on entrepreneurial intentions remains largely confined within the context of entrepreneurial education and training. To enhance our understanding of the construct within broader layers of context, we evaluate the role of skills developed during general--not specific to entrepreneurship--university…

Purpose: This study aims to evaluate students' intention and actual use (AU) of artificial intelligence (AI) tools' to discover how the power of AI influences learning and academic success. Design/methodology/approach: This paper used the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) to develop a structural equation model (SEM) and…

The benefits of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in enhancing second language (L2) learning are well established. However, these advantages can only be realised if learners are willing to adopt the technology. This study, grounded in the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), investigated the factors influencing the behavioural intention to…

Purpose: The online learning environment is a function of dynamic market forces constantly restructuring the e-learning landscape's complete ecosystemcape. This study aims to propose an e-learning framework by integrating the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) to predict students' Online Learning Readiness and…

This longitudinal study investigated whether classroom norm salience toward aggression moderated the association between parental education and children's overt aggressive behavior development from third to sixth grade of elementary school. Children (N = 1,205, 51% girls) from 46 Dutch elementary schools were annually followed from third to sixth…

Purpose: This study aims to examine the influence of sustainability education in 15 Indian universities and the mediating role of the theory of planned behavior in predicting students' intentions to start an enterprise supporting sustainability. Design/methodology/approach: The data, which consists of 422 samples, was collected from 15…

Academic dishonesty threatens the integrity of performance assessment, making it crucial to understand the various types and predictors of such behavior. Second-party cheating, which refers to aiding and abetting cheating behaviors, is similarly prevalent as individualistic cheating, yet has received limited research attention. We follow up on…

The swift incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education has significantly propelled the digital transformation of education. This advancement is crucial for educators aiming to augment teaching quality through AI technologies, such as ChatGPT. However, the acceptance of ChatGPT among college students remains underexplored.…