Month: April 2025
Collaborative Leadership in Design Education: Transforming Writing Pedagogies Through Feminist Methodologies
This presentation examines the transformation of a writing curriculum through collaborative leadership approaches in a large design course. Drawing on …
Redesigning Self-Directed Learning: A Systems Thinking Critique of Online Learning Infrastructure
The future of learning is increasingly digital, self-directed, and lifelong — yet the current infrastructure learners rely on is fundamentally …
Geospatial Direct-Address Videos As Alternative Participatory Governance Device for Community Problem Identification and Decision-Making at a Subdivision in a City Located in Laguna
This study examines geospatial direct-address videos as an alternative participatory governance device for community problem identification and decision-making in a …
Learning Effects From Decision-Making Processes in a Project-Oriented Teaching Format: Results From a Qualitative Study Using Written Reflections
Project-based teaching methods with teamwork components require various coordination and decision-making processes. This qualitative study looks at these processes and …
Integrating AI Into Engineering Education: Practical Use Cases for Teaching and Learning
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries, its integration into higher education offers new opportunities to enhance teaching and …
As Fire Burns Both Here and in Persia: The Internationalisation of Legal Education as a Cosmopolitan Educational Paradigm
The discipline of law has to rediscover its original universal educational configuration. The subject of law with its roots lost …
Chopin: Beyond Piano Boundaries
In 1848, Fryderyk Chopin gave a series of concerts throughout the United Kingdom, which constituted a characteristic phase of his …
Purpose in Life and Physical Health in Later Adulthood: A Five-Year Longitudinal Study
This study aimed to examine how a sense of purpose in life (PIL) influences physical health and cognitive functioning in …
From Text to Visual Story: Enhancing STEM Students’ English Writing
This paper reports on a classroom study that introduced Adobe Express and its generative AI engine, Firefly, into an English …
Family Relationship and End-of-Life: Lessons from KLoSA and Its Sister Studies
This study examines the relationship between family dynamics and end-of-life experiences among middle-aged and older decedents from a comparative national …
Aesthetics: A Tool or a Thing Thing –Empirical Assessment of Two Incompatible Frameworks
The paper summarizes a part of my dissertation research, centered on the investigation of possibilities for the naturalization of creativity …
Challenging International Social Mobility Narratives: The Emergence of the “Digipolitan”
Traditionally, social mobility has been cultivated through elite educational institutions such as boarding schools and private academies. These physical spaces …
Integrating Strength-Based Character Design and Role Play for Self-Projection and Reflection: A Synthetic Data Exploration
This study proposes a novel framework for superhero character design as a tool for self-reflection, integrating the VIA Classification of …
The Performance of Individuality in KOLs: Relating Fan Base Growth and Advertiser Influence
Studies on social media KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) often emphasize the interplay between their performance of individuality and fan support …
The Influence of Generative AI Tools on Students’ Social Interactions in Intercultural Settings
This exploratory research study aims to investigate the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) tools by university students in social …
Political Culture as a Shaping Indicator in the Securitization of Afghan Migration to the Philippines (2021-2024)
Securitization of migration gained prominence due to the Cold War, geopolitical shifts, terrorism incidents, economic competition, the rise of populism, …
Bonsai Fridays: Cultivating Long-Term Skills Beyond Challenge-Based Learning Cycles
This paper addresses a recurring issue when applying Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) in the development of digital products: the limited lifespan …
Embracing Large Language Models in Higher Education: A Case Study on Hong Kong’s Students’ Perceptions
A key feature of large language models (LLMs) is the ability to comprehend and generate human-like texts, and this feature …
From Beliefs to Practice: The Inquiry-based STEAM Instructional Design of a Science Teacher
This study investigates the relationship between a science teacher’s instructional beliefs and his practices while implementing a STEAM (Science, Technology, …
A Study on the Early Historic Society of Kerala, Its Society, Trade and Burial Practices Through the Megaliths (1000 BCE–500 CE)
Megaliths are undressed burial stones belonging to pre-historic Kerala, in India during 1000 BCE to 500 CE. Originally excavated by …
“Dear Sister…”: The Case Study of A Woman’s Correspondence with a Greek Soldier in the Aftermath of WW1
The writing of letters to soldiers at the front was crucial for their morale during WW1. Women corresponded with soldiers …
Biddy as a Schoolteacher: The Prevalence of Teaching Jobs for Women in Charles Dickens’s Novels
This study analyses the social, cultural, and educational factors that affected female teachers during Charles Dickens’s lifetime (1812–70) by examining …
Enhancing History of Architecture Education in India: Redefining the Curriculum for Competency Development Using Curation as a Teaching Method
The educational curriculum in Indian higher secondary and post-secondary institutions fails to identify and foster competencies in students, based on …
A Quantitative Analysis of the Entrance Examination Repeaters in South Korea
This study aimed to identify the factors influencing the rise and fall in the number of entrance examination repeaters (ER) …
From Text to Structure: Towards an Intelligent Framework for Evaluating Course Syllabus Completeness Leveraging NLP-Based Approach
A syllabus is a roadmap for instructors and students to successfully navigate and complete a course. A well-developed intelligent system …
Study Abroad and Scholarships: Are Student Preferences Affected by Performance Related and Determined Financial Incentives?
This paper looks at the differences in study abroad preferences of two cohorts of Japanese university first year students (2024: …
Development and Design of an Educational Escape Room in Teaching Pediatric Dentistry
In recent years, escape rooms have gained popularity as an engaging and effective teaching methodology in higher education, particularly in …
Bringing Real-World Topics Into Language Classrooms Through Content-Based Language Teaching: An EFL Teacher’s Perspective
This contribution presents an exploratory case study focused on the initial implementation of the Content-Based Language Teaching (CBLT) approach in …
When Ethiopians Were Declared White: The Racialised Reconstruction of Identities in Europe and Africa After the Battle of Adwa (1896)
After the Berlin Conference (1884–1885), the Scramble for Africa formally began, and Europeans occupied the continent with seemingly unstoppable success. …
Reconstructing Prabowo Subianto’s Personal Branding for the 2024 Indonesian Presidential Election: A Case Study of the “Gemoy” Campaign on TikTok
Prabowo Subianto was finally elected as President of the Republic of Indonesia in the 2024 General Election with the personal …
Adapting the Student Attitudes Toward Artificial Intelligence (SATAI) Scale for Higher Education Contexts
The growing integration of artificial intelligence into educational environments underscores the need for valid and reliable tools to assess students' …
Implementing Full-Time Secondary Education in Brazil: The Role of State Capacity in Advancing Educational Equity
Full-Time Secondary Education (Ensino Médio Integral – EMI) has been increasingly adopted across Latin America as a strategy to expand …
Psychological Support for Caregivers of Individuals with Neurocognitive Disorders: Efficacy of Individual and Group Interventions
Caregivers of individuals with neurocognitive disorders often experience high levels of psychological distress and burden, which can significantly affect their …
From Lyrical to Dynamic: Wang Yancheng’s Abstract Art and Its Shifting Context
This study examines the artistic development of Wang Yancheng, a prominent contemporary Franco-Chinese artist. He was born and trained in …
Habit Turns Into Livelihood Program: Senior Citizen Preference in the Province of Laguna, Philippines
This study focused on the different habits of the senior citizens and the most dominant among them as the basis …
Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Diaspora: Postgraduate Students’ Perspectives in the Education Sector
Postdoctoral fellowships are essential for academic advancement, particularly among the African diasporas scholars of African heritage have profoundly impacted research …
Academic Experiences of Teachers as Graduate Students: Basis for a Proposed Graduate School Development Plan
This study identified the academic experiences of graduate students who are also full-time teachers. The phenomenological research design was used …
Can AI Generative Tools Cripple Literary Analysis / Critical Thinking Skills? A Case Study
While teaching a Novel course for EFL undergraduates, the researcher observed that a student was liberally using AI generative tools …
Fiscal Effects of Community-Based Outreach Health Concepts Using the Example of Community Nursing in Austria
Introduction: Community Nursing (CN) was piloted in Austria through the federal government programme, with pilot projects running from 2022 to …
Crafting the School Climate: Principals’ Interpretation of Challenges, Future Pathways and Their Leadership Effect
Schools can pursue the social, physical and mental wellbeing of students by establishing a positive school climate (PSC). Positive in …
Symmetry in Intercultural Rhythm: A Geometric Perspective on Rhythm in Indian and Balinese Music
The Carnatic music of South India and the folk music of the Balinese gamelan are very different genres with unique …
Marketing Strategy for Female Fitness Centre Chains in Taiwan
In contemporary society, individuals possess greater leisure time and are increasingly conscious of health and wellness. This shift has increased …
Exploring Self-Healing in Trauma Survivors Through the Animated Film Suzume: A Jungian Psychoanalytical Perspective
Objective: This study applies the framework of Jungian psychology and techniques of fairy tale analysis to examine the animated film …
Stress as a Strategic Resource in Late Adulthood: Introducing the STRIVE Model for Psychological Resilience
Although aging often leads to physical and emotional vulnerability, emerging scientific evidence suggests that stress can be a catalyst for …
Assessment of the Conflict and Conflict Resolution Attitude and Styles: The Case of High School Student Leaders in Angeles City
Conflict resolution techniques used by young people are important for several reasons. The ability to settle conflicts with others, particularly …
Exploring the Role of Social and Emotional Learning and Personal Resilience Interventions in Saudi Higher Education Curricula
This study examines the integration of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and personal resilience into the curricula of higher education …
When Imagination Becomes Intelligent: Unlocking Creativity Through Concept Building Exercises
The concept of imagination has been a subject of diverse meanings, debates and interpretations, as some philosophers and theorists over …
Cadbury’s Corporate Philanthropy in the Great Depression: Contributions to Workers’ Education
Founded in Birmingham, England, Cadbury is renowned not only for its chocolate business but also for its enduring commitment to …
Teaching 10th Graders Physics in a Classroom Versus a Laboratory: A Comparison
Although we are 25 years into the 21st century, most high school science classes are given in standard classrooms, when …
Redesigning Long-term Care Policy for an Aging Population Using Systems Thinking in the Post-Pandemic Era
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted critical issues in health services and public policy, particularly in long-term care facilities across Canada. The …
Can AI Be a Good Assistant in Parent-Child Communication? A Comparison Between AI- and Human-Generated Responses
This study aimed to compare the effectiveness and appropriateness of AI-generated feedback versus human-generated feedback in parent-child communication. In a …
Understanding and Performing Silence in Dance
Silence in performance has often been explored in theatre, yet its role in dance remains an under-examined study area. While …
Breaking Barriers: Art and Technology for Neurodivergent Inclusion in the Whitney Museum of American Art
This study examines how technology can enhance accessibility for neurodiverse audiences in museum environments, focusing on the Whitney Museum of …
Mirroring as a Linguistic Strategy of Discrediting the Opponent
The study analyzes the language strategy employed by conspiracy theorists, specifically the concept of “mirroring.” This involves adopting the linguistic …
Becoming a Chemistry Teacher in the Age of AI: Pedagogical Encounters From School-Based Teaching Practice
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in pre-service teacher education is increasingly relevant in response to the growing complexity of …
Examining Motivation-related Variables Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Japanese Context
The present study aims to shed light on how the motivation of students who experienced education during COVID-19 differs from …
Metaphors Without Borders: Universal Grammar’s Role in English-Mandarin Figurative Parallels
Speakers of different languages interpret their experiences through their physical environment, expressing events or emotions either faithfully or symbolically through …
The Discursive Normalization of AI in Pedagogical Mediation and the Risks of Uncritical Acceptance of Its Interlocutions
With the increasing presence of Generative AI in professional and educational environments, this research examines the ability to distinguish between …
Exploring the Impact of Cultural Context in Management Education: A Pre- and Post-course Assessment
In today’s interconnected world, cultural agility is essential for effective cross-border collaboration. This study explores the role of experiential learning …
Transnational Communication Competence in (Virtual) Higher Education: The Potential of Short-Term Learning Experiences
Transnational communication competence is increasingly recognized as essential in higher education and professional life, particularly in virtual and hybrid working …
The Use of Virtual Reality (VR) by Future Teachers at Kuwait University
Virtual reality (VR) creates immersive environments but remains underused in students training at Kuwait University. A survey collected responses from …
Ageing in a Digitally Connected World: What Lived Experiences Tell Us About Digital Engagement?
Older adults are disproportionately affected by rapid technological advancements. In the UK, nearly 60% of the 11 million adults lacking …
Effect of Dance Pedagogy on Social Aesthetic Perception in Adult Learners: A Pilot Study on the Validation of the Social Aesthetic Perception Scale
This pilot study investigates the impact of dance pedagogy on adults’ social aesthetic perception. A pilot Social Aesthetic Perception Scale …