International Educational Research

Exploration and Practice of Integrating Experimental and Innovation Centers into the Development of Professional Talent in Regional Universities

Guiyu Zhou, Linghua Wen, Qing Li, Hong Wen — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

Bridging the Digital Gap: A Quantitative Study on ICT Integration in Antiguan Secondary Schools

Anthony S. Donaldson, W. Marc Jackman — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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. In order to gather data about participants perceptions of the impact of integrating technology into the curriculum, online questionnaires were administered via Google Forms 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.

The Current Status and Enhancement Strategies of Legal and Regulatory Awareness among Young University Teachers

Xiaolei Ye — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

A Case Study of A Russian Boy's Schooling Experience since the Russian-Ukrainian Conflicts

Zhi Ma — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

Development and Practice of Additive Manufacturing Curriculum System for Emerging Engineering Education

Gaopeng Xu — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

Research on Ideological and Political Education in College English Curriculum Under the Reading Circle Teaching Model in Application-Oriented Universities

Qin Xie — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

A Study on the Current Situation of Rural Primary School Students' Perception of Teacher Support: An Analysis Based on Professional Knowledge, Affection and Reliability

Yian Zhou, Siyu Liu, Weiyi Zhong, Lulu Zhang, Yuge Lai, Baiyan Du — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

Current Situation and Countermeasures of Teaching Reform of Educational Psychology Course in Colleges and Universities

WULIJIJIRIGELA WULIJIJIRIGELA — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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 ' quality and the lack of students' 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.

The Strategies and Significance of Constructing the Primary School "Chinese Language Map" Under the "Big Chinese" Perspective

Yuan Fei — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.

Teaching Reform and Practice of Digital Circuit Course Based on Hybrid Teaching Model

Xiaofei Deng, Weihong Cheng, Yi Zuo, Xian Zhang, Guangya Huang — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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. 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.

Research on the Path to Enhancing the Internationalization Ability of Vocational Education Teachers Under the Background of Hainan Free Trade Port Construction

Xiaoyan Li, Shi Wang — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800

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.