From online to offline education in the post-pandemic era: Challenges encountered by international students at British universities

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 13

Published: Jan. 18, 2023

Background After 2 years of anti-pandemic struggles, universities in the United Kingdom have started to witness a reverse transition, shift from online offline education. This includes encouraging students begin face-to-face programmes and allowing flexibility for remote learners, but later requiring all return campus by certain date. Objectives paper aims explore challenges impacts brought about this new transition provide recommendations enhance student experience future adversity. Method qualitative study conducted semi-structured interviews with 24 international British university their experiences during transition. The results were analysed using thematic analysis. Results Our data revealed both internal external online-to-offline shift, which lead general resistance said shift. Specifically, policy (e.g., conflicts) imposed most significant on students, resulting psychological anxiety, financial losses, negative learning experiences. reduction digital tools materials also presented who developed reliance resources while remotely. Other been identified, including academic barriers social engagement issues. Conclusion By highlighting these challenges, has practical implications decisions provides supporting students’ back traditional learning.

Language: Английский

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A comparative analysis of blended learning and traditional instruction: Effects on academic motivation and learning outcomes

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(3), P. e0298220 - e0298220

Published: March 4, 2024

The correlational research study aims to examine how blended learning affects academic motivation and achievement. objectives of the are assess students' opinions on current level learning, teachers' practice instruction, benefits its impact outcomes, factors influencing determine instructors' methods influence results. includes all Bachelor Science students from various public private institutions in Faisalabad Division. Quantitative data 400 were collected four selected institutions. A closed-ended, customized 5-point Likert scale questionnaire was used collect data. reliability confirmed through expert comments pilot testing, with a score (= .97). Data via Google Forms researcher visits. Descriptive inferential statistics employed analyze answer questions. findings indicate that somewhat agreed environment, strongly variables such as instruction techniques, learning. Blended had statistically significant positive effects outcomes. suggest improving environment education enhance university

Language: Английский

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Emerging E-learning trends: A study of faculty perceptions and impact of collaborative techniques using fuzzy interface system

Social Sciences & Humanities Open, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 10, P. 101035 - 101035

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

This study explores the emerging trends in e-learning from perspective of university faculty, who play a crucial role shaping future education. The rapid shift to digital education during and after COVID-19 has presented challenges for faculty grapple with new technologies. A qualitative research design was used develop deep insights into upcoming trends. Data were collected sample 70 teachers (35 males 35 females) through random sampling capital territory Pakistan. data semi-structured interviews analyzed qualitatively thematic analysis using fuzzy inference system on MATLAB, resulting accuracy 92% miss rate 8%. identified important such as artificial intelligence, video-based learning, social collaboration, mobile gamification, micro-learning, emphasizing their potential engagement outcomes. implementation these strategies can significantly impact system, particularly learning systems. findings underscore importance universities focusing strategic planning development. Moreover, institutes that adopt ethical policies transform academic environment establish innovative structures benefit both teachers' work foster students' engagement, ultimately leading improved efficiency effectiveness. study's are its system.

Language: Английский

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Teachers’ perspectives on effective English language teaching practices at the elementary level: A phenomenological study

Heliyon, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 10(8), P. e29175 - e29175

Published: April 1, 2024

This study examined instructional practices and challenges English language teachers face in elementary schools. used a phenomenological approach mixed-method design. The data were collected through four tools: questionnaires, case studies, interviews, observations eight schools which educators two hundred students participated from of three districts central Punjab, Pakistan. aimed to explore the perspectives regarding current pedagogical employed classes. identified issues related lack professional training qualifications, overcrowded classrooms, cultural social barriers, limited availability latest resources technology, parental cooperation. findings suggested revisiting teachers' development programs, focusing on innovative teaching methods, incorporating technology into classes classroom materials development, adaptation preparation. It further that with low levels qualifications should consider specific approaches meet they instead general approaches.

Language: Английский

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E-learning platforms in ideological and political education at universities: students’ motivation and learning performance

BMC Medical Education, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: June 6, 2024

Abstract Background The study aimed to examine the impact of using MOODLE e-learning platform in ideological and political education on Chinese students’ motivation academic performance. Methods involved 447 students from China-based universities (the experimental group − 232 who studied electronic educational platforms, control 215 used no digital technologies their learning). following methods were used: Measuring need achieve success among students; T. I. Ilyina’s method for studying at university; Method student motivation; motives activities; determining main choosing a profession (E. M. Pavlyutenkov); Motivation learning activities: Levels types (I. S. Dombrovskaya). Students’ performance was assessed by testing disciplines beginning end study. Results As result, significance motivational component achieving use platforms is theoretically substantiated. Conclusions It has been confirmed that helps increase

Language: Английский

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The Impact of Using Animated Movies in Learning English Language Vocabulary: An Empirical Study of Lahore, Pakistan

SAGE Open, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(2)

Published: April 1, 2024

This study examines the effectiveness of animated movies (AM) in increasing students’ vocabulary and determines what students think about English language learning Pakistan. Particularly education field, is an essential factor for foreign academic achievements. research aimed to determine whether using images/movies aid new by helping them make connections between words they know real-world occurrences. The used pre-tests post-tests examine impact AM on acquisition. Total participants ( N = 64) were 12th-grade Lahore, Pakistan, separated into controlled experimental groups a judgment. In second semester college, half 32) utilized acquire vocabulary, while control group employed conventional technique. results evaluated t-test independent sample detect significant differences groups. exam was constructed verified as pre post-test. findings revealed statistically difference receptive productive overall score favor owing use (AM). It added growing body information investigating how videos might support EFL education.

Language: Английский

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Mapping Artificial Intelligence Integration in Education: A Decade of Innovation and Impact (2013–2023)—A Bibliometric Analysis

IEEE Access, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12, P. 113275 - 113299

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Language: Английский

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Middle School Students' Motivations and Learning Competencies in Science: Mediating Role of Digital Literacy

Psychology in the Schools, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 26, 2025

ABSTRACT Science learning motivation refers to the drive and enthusiasm that students exhibit towards science. competencies, on other hand, are skills knowledge enabling understand apply scientific concepts effectively. Digital literacy, defined as ability effectively use digital tools resources, has emerged a crucial skill in modern education. literacy can bridge gap between competencies by providing with they need engage more deeply content. Given its significance, exploring mediating role of relationship science competence is essential. Hence, we aimed test middle school students' competencies. To these relations, adopted correlation design quantitative research method. The sample consisted 471 students. scale, scale for science, were used collect data. hypothesis model was tested using covariance‐based structural equation modeling (CB‐SEM). results showed correlated competency ( r = 0.891, p < 0.05) 0.538, 0.05). Also, partially mediates relation 0.757, These findings highlight importance fostering educational settings enhance learning. Educators policymakers should integrate resources into curriculum create engaging effective environment, thereby bridging their master concepts.

Language: Английский

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Enhancing Educational Quality Through AI and Data Science

IGI Global eBooks, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 24

Published: Feb. 13, 2025

Student motivation is critical in academic success, driven by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. This study investigates the motivators influencing students an program. Using mixed-methods approach, research combines qualitative interviews quantitative data analysis to find effects various factors on student motivation. A Management Change Programme (MCP) was implemented as intervention. pre post-test design used, evaluating motivational shifts before after Data techniques, including dimensionality reduction reliability analysis, were used construct data-driven model. Results show that prior MCP, 59% motivated, which increased 66% post-intervention. Discriminant validity confirmed, model demonstrated good fit(SRMR: 0.0783). Path coefficient revealed Placements had strongest positive impact students' Pursuit for Excellence (0.3429), followed Program Content (0.3039), College/Department Activities (0.1892).

Language: Английский

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Digital learning in the 21st century: trends, challenges, and innovations in technology integration

Frontiers in Education, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 10

Published: March 28, 2025

The integration of digital technologies into education represents a significant evolution in the pedagogical landscape, with potential to enhance accessibility, engagement, and personalization learning. This review synthesizes current trends, challenges, innovations within learning, emphasizing impact artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), online platforms on student achievement. It highlights importance addressing technical, pedagogical, socioeconomic challenges ensure equitable access technology. Successful initiatives like Open University illustrate learning's improve educational outcomes. also anticipates future directions, including expanding role AI, VR, mobile blockchain education. concludes strategic recommendations for educators policymakers adopt best practices, prioritize infrastructure development, focus continuous professional development leverage benefits As enters an era transformation, collaborative approach among stakeholders will be essential creating inclusive effective learning environment future.

Language: Английский

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