Cultural practices in Pakistan often contribute to the perpetuation and normalization of bullying and displays of power dominance, resulting in the behavior being disregarded or not recognized as socially unacceptable. In the educational environments in Pakistan, taunting and insults are widespread. However, in Pakistan, the bullies often go…

One of the institutionalized collaborative practices among teachers and other educators is the conduct of lesson study (LS). Considering the growing interest in the potential of LS to improve the quality of education through collaboration, it is worth exploring its potential contribution to enhancing the teaching competencies of teachers. This…

Educational researchers are increasingly evaluating intervention effects on educator outcomes -- such as knowledge, beliefs, and practice -- as an important precursor to intervention-induced change in children's learning and development within educational settings. This may yield important insights into intervention efficacy, feasibility, and…

This paper presents the preliminary findings and research agenda for the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Community Arts Collaboratory's (Arts Collab) 2-year initiative supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. The research examined how arts-based, embodied professional learning can support school-based educators in developing and…

Reading practice is crucial for students with reading difficulties, but locating texts for reading practice can be time-consuming for teachers. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools (e.g., ChatGPT) can rapidly create text according to specified parameters, but the application of creating content for reading intervention has not been examined. We used…

In this study, we explore the effects of self-reported or suspected generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) use in essay writing on peer assessment and revision patterns among a group of early student adopters. The data were collected from a higher education course, where students engaged in a group peer assessment activity, and analysed using…

Generative AI tools, including the popular ChatGPT, have had a significant impact on discourses about future work and educational practices. Previous research in science education has highlighted the potential of generative AI in various education-related areas, including generating valuable discussion material, solving physics problems, and…

Background/purpose: The study investigates whether the AI-assisted learning leads to a significant difference in student scores across the measured writing skills, and it also provides valuable insights for teachers and students on utilizing ChatGPT effectively. Specifically, the study applies a quasi-experimental design to assess five core…

This study explores the integration of immersive virtual reality (IVR) in teaching carbon-neutral development, focusing on experiential learning. Utilizing a case study approach with the Hafencity project in Hamburg, Germany, the research evaluates IVR as an educational tool to deliver an immersive learning experience in carbon-neutral development…

Trauma is a prevalent condition that impacts individuals, groups, and populations. Trauma informed care (TIC) is a strengths-based approach that was developed to address the pervasiveness of trauma and prevent re-traumatization. Occupational therapy practitioners are likely to encounter individuals and groups who have experienced trauma and need…

The authors developed an email-based faculty development course regarding evaluation and feedback utilizing spaced education to address participation barriers in health professions faculty development. Through a qualitative program evaluation, post-program evaluation narratives were analyzed inductively using conventional content analysis.…

Outdoor education (OE) offers significant learning opportunities for students, yet teacher benefits remain underexplored. Teacher stress is causing compassion fatigue, burnout, and attrition, negatively impacting student outcomes. OE settings naturally provide educational, mental wellness, and self-care opportunities for teachers. Our research…

Societal changes during the last few decades have given rise to the expansion of extended systems in nations across the world. Despite differences regarding age groups and relations to compulsory school, the task of extended education is primarily to provide participants with possibilities to learn general or specific content and foster their'…

Background: Family carers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are at increased risk of stress and often face barriers to accessing appropriate supports. Peer support can enhance the effects of well-being interventions, yet research is limited regarding family carers' experiences within peer support roles. Method:…

Formative assessment is a key instructional practice for implementing evidence-based teaching, with research demonstrating its potential to enhance student learning. However, conducting formative assessments in large college classrooms with hundreds of students poses significant challenges, particularly in noticing, interpreting, and addressing…