https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/issue/feed International Educational Research 2025-02-28T13:03:28+08:00 Adan Williams ier@ideasspread.org Open Journal Systems <p>International Educational Research (IER)&nbsp;is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal, which is published by <span lang="EN-US">IDEAS SPREAD INC</span>&nbsp;in both print and online versions. The online version is free to access and download. The journal publishes original research papers, case reports, and review articles. The journal encourages submission in but not limited to subjects of Education method, education policy and education development; Educational technology and educational psychology; Special education and cross-cultural education; Educational leadership, educational administration and educational evaluation; Training, teaching and learning, Language education.</p> https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1389 Exploration and Practice of Integrating Experimental and Innovation Centers into the Development of Professional Talent in Regional Universities 2025-01-06T22:03:16+08:00 Guiyu Zhou wlh45@126.com Linghua Wen wlh45@126.com Qing Li wlh45@126.com Hong Wen wlh45@126.com <p>With the rapid development of higher education, regional universities are playing an increasingly important role in supporting regional economic and social development. As a critical practical platform within the talent cultivation system of regional universities, the Experiment and Innovation Center provides comprehensive support for fostering practical skills and cultivating innovative thinking, enabling students to thrive and succeed. This paper analyzes the teaching status and unique characteristics of the nationally recognized first-class undergraduate program in Electronic Information Science and Technology at Yibin regional colleges. By leveraging the resource advantages of the Experiment and Innovation Center's demonstration base, it proposes an optimized pathway and framework for a multi-level cultivation model that deeply integrates into the talent cultivation system. The findings reveal that the multi-level cultivation model implemented in the Experiment and Innovation Center significantly enhances students' innovation abilities, practical skills, and capacity for solving real-world problems. Through multi-tiered practical projects and innovation training, the model effectively improves students' adaptability and competitiveness in real-world work environments. The research provides valuable insights for local universities seeking to enhance the quality of professional talent training and optimize teaching models. It offers strong reference and scalability for broader adoption and implementation.</p> 2025-01-06T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1408 Bridging the Digital Gap: A Quantitative Study on ICT Integration in Antiguan Secondary Schools 2025-02-02T01:14:29+08:00 Anthony S. Donaldson anthony.donaldson442@we.utt.edu.tt W. Marc Jackman marc.jackman@utt.edu.tt <p>In this article, specific quantitative findings from a mixed-methods study that examined the leadership strategies Antiguan school principals employed to integrate technology into the curriculum are examined. The goal was to provide a critical analysis of the impact of ICT integration in Antiguan Secondary Schools from the perspectives of teachers and students. This study was anchored by the International Standards for Technology in Education (ISTE), as well as the TPACK theoretical frameworks. &nbsp;In order to gather data about participants perceptions of the impact of integrating technology into the curriculum, online questionnaires were administered via Google Forms&nbsp;to educators (N=163) from nine secondary schools, as well as to students (N=256) in Forms 4 and 5. The quantitative data were then subjected to descriptive analyses, independent Samples T-Tests, and One-Way ANOVAs using SPSS 26. The quantitative data analyses highlighted findings that included significant T-Tests related to ICT training and perception of the value of technology among teachers, as well as positive correlations related to higher levels of principal’s involvement and support of ICT integration. To make ICT integration smoother, schools should invest in both pre-service and in-service training for teachers and principals. Additionally, having an up-to-date technology use policy can provide clear guidance for everyone.</p> 2025-02-02T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1441 The Current Status and Enhancement Strategies of Legal and Regulatory Awareness among Young University Teachers 2025-02-11T13:54:27+08:00 Xiaolei Ye 510404034@qq.com <p>The legal awareness of young university teachers represents a dynamic intersection of personal development, educational background, and broader societal contexts. This critical professional attribute not only reflects contemporary social dynamics but also serves as a fundamental pillar of academic integrity and institutional effectiveness. Through a comprehensive analysis, this research explores the conceptual dimensions of legal awareness, critically examines the current status of legal understanding among young university educators, identifies systemic challenges, and proposes strategic interventions. The ultimate objective is to cultivate a sophisticated, legally literate cadre of educators capable of navigating the complex regulatory landscape of contemporary higher education.</p> 2025-02-11T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1450 A Case Study of A Russian Boy's Schooling Experience since the Russian-Ukrainian Conflicts 2025-02-14T21:39:25+08:00 Zhi Ma Zhi.ma@bath.edu <p>This case study explores the challenges faced by Alex, a Russian immigrant student attending school in Slovenia during the Russia-Ukraine conflicts in 2022. The study examines how the conflict impacted Alex’s academic performance, social integration, and mental well-being, highlighting alienation, discrimination, and the challenges of adjusting to a new educational environment. Through the lens of Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory, the paper analyses the interactions between Alex’s immediate and broader social contexts, including family, school, and society. The research draws attention to the status quo of inclusive education in Slovenia, discussing the barriers and opportunities for supporting immigrant students in the classroom. Finally, the paper proposes practical strategies for educators to foster resilience in immigrant students, emphasising cultural sensitivity, social support, and developing a positive learning environment.</p> 2025-02-14T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1459 Development and Practice of Additive Manufacturing Curriculum System for Emerging Engineering Education 2025-02-17T21:50:04+08:00 Gaopeng Xu ier@ideasspread.org <p class="text"><span lang="EN-US">This paper presents the development and implementation of a comprehensive additive manufacturing (AM) course system tailored to the new engineering education framework. Emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and practical skills, the course system integrates fundamental AM principles, hands-on applications, and interdisciplinary elements. The curriculum is structured into theoretical, practical, and elective modules, employing pedagogical strategies such as project-based learning and flipped classrooms. Initial outcomes indicate significant improvements in student performance and engagement, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world practice. Despite these successes, areas for enhancement include advanced laboratory facilities and increased industry collaboration. Future directions aim to incorporate innovative technologies and establish continuous feedback loops to ensure the course system’s relevance and effectiveness in preparing students for the evolving engineering landscape.</span></p> 2025-02-17T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1477 Research on Ideological and Political Education in College English Curriculum Under the Reading Circle Teaching Model in Application-Oriented Universities 2025-02-23T01:04:05+08:00 Qin Xie xieqin621@163.com <p>This study explores the practical pathways for integrating ideological and political education into college English courses through the Reading Circle teaching model. The current status of ideological and political education practices in college English course is analyzed through empirical data, and the existing challenges in their integration are also identified. Based on students’ feedback and classroom observation, the reform of ideological and political education in college English courses has been implemented. Specifically, under the Reading Circle Model, student-centered group learning is adopted to subtly integrate ideological and political elements into college English reading courses, thereby fully leveraging the educational role of college English courses.</p> 2025-02-22T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1492 A Study on the Current Situation of Rural Primary School Students' Perception of Teacher Support: An Analysis Based on Professional Knowledge, Affection and Reliability 2025-02-26T20:19:35+08:00 Yian Zhou 32076@qzc.edu.cn Siyu Liu 32076@qzu.edu.cn Weiyi Zhong 32076@qzc.edu.cn Lulu Zhang 32076@qzc.edu.cn Yuge Lai 32076@qzc.edu.cn Baiyan Du 32076@qzu.edu.cn <p>This study investigated the current situation of rural primary school students' perception of teacher support, involving 124 rural primary school students. Based on the results, strategies to improve rural primary school students' perception of teacher support were proposed. The results show that rural primary school students have a higher perception of teacher support from older and more experienced rural teachers than that from younger and less experienced rural teachers. And they have a relatively high perception of the three sub - factors of professional knowledge, affection and reliability, with the highest perception of professional knowledge. The findings of this study provide certain strategies for enhancing rural primary school students' perception of rural teacher support.</p> 2025-02-26T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1493 Current Situation and Countermeasures of Teaching Reform of Educational Psychology Course in Colleges and Universities 2025-02-26T21:56:16+08:00 WULIJIJIRIGELA WULIJIJIRIGELA jirigela88@gmail.com <p>This paper aims to discuss the current situation and countermeasures of educational psychology curriculum teaching reform in China. Firstly, this paper expounds the importance of college educational psychology course in cultivating high-quality education talents, and emphasizes the necessity of teaching reform, and clearly points out the purpose and theoretical and practical significance of this study. Secondly, the paper analyzes the current situation of the teaching reform of educational psychology curriculum in colleges and universities comprehensively, which specifically involves the continuous updating of teaching content, the diversified innovation of teaching methods, the comprehensive reform of teaching evaluation and the professional optimization of teachers. Then, it reveals the main problems in the teaching reform of educational psychology curriculum in colleges and universities, including the lack of theory and practice, the uneven distribution of teaching resources, the difference of teachers &amp;#039; quality and the lack of students&amp;#039; interest and motivation in learning. Finally, the countermeasures for these problems, such as improving the curriculum system, strengthening teacher training, improving the proportion of practical teaching, introducing diversified teaching methods and improving the teaching evaluation mechanism.</p> 2025-02-26T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1495 The Strategies and Significance of Constructing the Primary School "Chinese Language Map" Under the "Big Chinese" Perspective 2025-02-27T10:39:09+08:00 Yuan Fei ier@ideasspread.org <p>In the context of a cultural tradition where literature, history, and philosophy are interconnected, and the interdisciplinary fusion of education, this study reflects on primary school Chinese language learning, especially ancient poetry, from the "Big Chinese" perspective. By using geography as a foundation, we aim to construct students' "Chinese Language Map," enhancing the effectiveness of language learning. The construction of the "Chinese Language Map" should emphasize both the present learning environment and the individuality of different students, while promoting an open landscape for the map, merging science with imagination. The significance of constructing the "Chinese Language Map" lies in its ability to enhance students' interest in learning, foster systematic thinking, and improve their understanding of life and literary sensitivity. For teachers, it offers an opportunity to update their teaching concepts and expand their knowledge horizons.</p> 2025-02-27T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1497 Teaching Reform and Practice of Digital Circuit Course Based on Hybrid Teaching Model 2025-02-27T15:41:47+08:00 Xiaofei Deng xiaofei0228@163.com Weihong Cheng xiaofei0228@163.com Yi Zuo xiaofei0228@163.com Xian Zhang xiaofei0228@163.com Guangya Huang xiaofei0228@163.com <p class="text"><span lang="EN-US">In response to the persistent disconnection between theory and practice in traditional digital circuit courses, coupled with insufficient development of students' engineering competencies, a teaching reform has been implemented. The reform entails the reconstruction of the instructional design, practical sessions, and assessment system of the digital circuit course, achieved through the integration of theory and practice and the implementation of a hybrid online-offline teaching model. <a name="OLE_LINK3"></a>The teaching outcomes after the reform have shown remarkable progress, with an increase of 6.97% in the average score of students, and a 45% surge in competition awards at provincial and national levels. Furthermore, the new teaching mode has markedly enhanced students' logical thinking ability, engineering practice ability and innovation consciousness. </span></p> 2025-02-27T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement## https://j.ideasspread.org/index.php/ier/article/view/1489 Research on the Path to Enhancing the Internationalization Ability of Vocational Education Teachers Under the Background of Hainan Free Trade Port Construction 2025-02-28T13:03:28+08:00 Xiaoyan Li 13648658808@163.com Shi Wang 13648658808@163.com <p class="text"><span lang="EN-US">This study aims to explore the improvement path of vocational education teachers' internationalization ability under the background of Hainan Free Trade Port construction, in order to meet the demand for international talent cultivation in regional economic development. Using literature research method to sort out relevant theories and practical experiences at home and abroad, collecting data on the current status of internationalization ability of vocational education teachers in Hainan through questionnaire surveys and interviews, and using case analysis method to analyze typical cases to extract successful experiences. Research has found that vocational education teachers in Hainan currently have deficiencies in international perspectives, cross-cultural communication skills, and the ability to integrate international educational resources. To this end, it is proposed to strengthen international education and training, build international exchange and cooperation platforms, and improve teacher evaluation and incentive mechanisms. Through practical case verification, these paths can help enhance teachers' internationalization ability, thereby improving the quality of vocational education talent training, providing strong talent support for the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port, and also providing reference for the internationalization development of vocational education in other regions.</span></p> 2025-02-28T00:00:00+08:00 ##submission.copyrightStatement##