This study provides a comprehensive analysis of researchers' perspectives on AI integration across theoretical and practical research, academic publishing, and its future role, highlighting ethical considerations shaping its adoption. The methodology used a mixed approach, using a questionnaire distributed to researchers from various scientific…

The objectives of this research were to develop an innovative proactive competency-based learning model integrated with Cloud technology and to evaluate its effectiveness by comparing creativity and academic achievement before and after implementation, as well as measuring student satisfaction with the model. The sample consisted of 27 fourth-year…

With the rapid advancement of Internet technologies and the growing emphasis on ideological and political education (IPE) in higher education, College English teaching is facing both challenges and new opportunities. This study takes the lesson "The Shadowland of Dreams" from the "College English Reading and Writing" course as…

Background/Purpose: This study examines the role of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in enhancing blended learning within Iraqi universities. The rapid advancement of AI technologies and the shift toward hybrid education models, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, necessitate an evaluation of their impact, challenges, and potential in…

This paper reflects on the practical integration of generative AI, specifically ChatGPT, in a middle school (grades 6-8) special education setting. Initially adopted by teachers to manage an overwhelming workload, the use of AI evolved into a collaborative tool that supported instructional planning, simplified complex texts, created lesson…

This study examined the factors influencing reading achievement based on the results of the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study 2021 (PIRLS 2021). Comparative studies exclusively targeting the Asian region are scarce. Many previous studies neglect the joint effect of multiple factors. To highlight the holistic understanding of complex…

Children growing up in residential childcare often face restricted access to areas that are essential for their future. These include inclusive education, inspiring cultural experiences and, importantly, the benefits of emerging educational technologies. This study draws on long-term research in children's homes and an international project…

This practical book offers an effective and efficient approach to using four interactive instructional routines to integrate assessment with learning and teaching in kindergarten classrooms: (1) Photo Chats (Oracy); (2) Counting Collections (Number Sense of Quantity); (3) Storytelling/Story Acting (Emergent Writing); and (4) Numberless Word…

Background: Although reading is essential for success in school and life, current approaches to intervention are failing our children with only 31% of fourth graders performing at or above proficient levels in reading (National Center for Education Statistics, 2024). Children in the early elementary grades who struggle with reading are at high…

Integrating financial literacy into mathematics education is essential for helping students make informed financial decisions. However, many teachers struggle to design lessons that meaningfully connect mathematical concepts with financial contexts, often due to limited content and pedagogical knowledge. This study addresses this issue by…

Background/Context: In 2021, a statewide initiative launched a free, opt-in at-home literacy program for striving readers aimed at enhancing their home literacy environment, which is foundational to children's language and literacy development (Sénéchal & LeFevre, 2002; Storch & Whitehurst, 2002). Eligible participants include…

This qualitative conceptual paper explores the understanding of the integration of academic e-portfolios in Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs within South African higher education institutions (HEIs). Grounded in the principles of transformative learning theory and digital pedagogy, the research examines the interplay between lecturer…

A Professional Learning Community (PLC) invites learning by doing and that process is optimized through intentional, caring, optimistic, respectful, and trustworthy (I-CORT) mindsets (Purkey & Novak, 2015; Anderson, 2021), which fosters a positive and supportive learning environment. A school having a PLC focusing on generative artificial…

Teachers often perceive barriers to integrating technology with Mathematics. In the study, teachers participated in professional development about considerations for and examples of integrating Digital Technologies into Mathematics learning in primary schools meeting the "Australian Curriculum: Mathematics and Digital Technologies"…

Two case studies of Australian primary school students tracked changes in their data interpretation and representation over three years. Students were engaged in predictive reasoning tasks based on their interpretation of a data table showing temperature change over time. Students' explanations and graphical representations were collected at the…