The goal of this research was to test the effectiveness of a new science curriculum focused on increasing awareness and knowledge of microplastic pollution in middle school students. The curriculum utilized three teaching methods including lectures, object-mediated learning, and peer collaboration to enhance student engagement and learning. The 84…

This study examined the evolution of online teaching for fourteen New England K-12 physical education teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Commencing where Foye and Grenier ([2021]. Teaching during a pandemic. Physical educators' reflections on teaching remotely. "Journal of Online Learning Research," 7, 133-151.) left off, the current…

In the post COVID-19 era, technology is now an integral part of the curriculum where in-classroom learning has been replaced by fully online and blended teaching. The rapid change to novel online learning environment, have left students exposed to the risks of techno stress. Given the dearth of studies on students, this research seeks to…

In the rapidly evolving language education landscape, integrating innovative pedagogical approaches is essential to meet the diverse needs of learners. This study explores the efficacy of a Micro-Learning Media with Station Rotation Blended Learning Model (MLM-SRM) in enhancing the Japanese communication skills--specifically speaking, listening,…

Background: This study underscores the importance of motivation in self-regulated learning and technology-use efficacy, particularly in the context of online learning modality. The transition to blended and hybrid learning modalities has necessitated a reevaluation of the factors influencing student success. Methods: This quantitative survey study…

This book investigates the achievements and challenges in policy and practice of Vietnamese higher education quality assurance. It also discusses the future directions and trends for the development of higher education quality assurance in Vietnam. The book is divided into five parts that address key issues of the 20-year development of Vietnam's…

This study explored the feasibility of a blended training program model on the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies by pre-service education speech pathology students. The training incorporated Read-Ask-Answer (RAA) and naturalistic Show-Wait-Respond (SWR) techniques, aiming to increase participants' competence in AAC…

The COVID-19 pandemic began as a health crisis and quickly turned into an economic, social, and political crisis. It revealed the vulnerability of education systems to external changes and risks and challenged institutions and educators to transform and adapt at short notice. Following the COVID-19 outbreak, one of the natural consequences was the…

The present study aims to explore the efficacy of an instructional method combining Task-Based Learning (TBL) and Blended Learning (BL) for developing sight-reading skills and musical instrument playing among undergraduate students of Chinese traditional instrumental music. A quasi-experimental design was employed with 50 second-year students from…

This study aims to explore the factors that influence access and equity in blended learning in higher education because this approach may not fully support learning equity and learning access. The study utilized a correlative survey model of the quantitative research method, gathering data from 420 students from social science disciplines at state…

The transition from Primary to Compulsory Secondary Education (CSE) often causes difficulties for students developing reading skills in English as a second language (ESL) and can increase stress and disengagement, particularly within non-bilingual Spanish contexts. Existing research draws attention to these difficulties and the influence of ESL…

This research aimed to: 1) investigate components of learning motivation of upgrading to college students in Baise University, 2) explore existing and desired conditions of learning motivation, and 3) design and assess an approach to develop learning motivation. The study employed three phases: Phase 1 involved 5 qualified informants to validate…

Recent technology advancements and the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the need for educators to transition from in-person to virtual and blended learning experiences, requiring instructors to take on multiple roles, including acting as instructional designers in many cases. To address this challenge, the Cross-Modalities Instructional Design Model…

Technology-mediated flipped classroom pedagogy has been increasingly adopted at the university level owing to its potential efficacy in improving student engagement and performance while reducing dropout rates. However, at the high-school level, particularly in under-resourced schools, traditional face-to-face teaching which does not promote…

This review is conducted on research carried out within the tertiary educational space, between higher education (HE) and Further Education and Training (FET) in Ireland. The review focuses on the research conducted on the provision of a 30-credit National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Level 6 programme entitled Certificate in Adult Literacy…