Abstract:The insufficient data collection and low teacher-student interaction efficiency in programming courses are common problems encountered. In order to solve the problems, this study presents a data-driven smart teaching model (DD_STM) with a four-layers architecture, which are teaching interaction layer, data collection and storage layer, intelligent computing layer and intelligent decision application layer. Moreover, a smart teaching platform has been developed to support the implementation of DD_STM. Empirical study from “Foundations of Python Programming instruction” indicates that the smart teaching model significantly improves teacher-student interaction efficiency and promotes higher level of students learning participation. The positive outcomes may be attributed to the timely response from the smart platform and the effective feedback on students’ difficulties, which enhance students’ initiative in learning and thereby promote greater engagement in the learning process.
Abstract:BACKGROUND: Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder and the most common chromosomal abnormality. It is predominantly characterized by muscle hypotonia and joint hypermobility. Gait analysis is a systematic study of human locomotion that involves evaluating body motions, body mechanics and muscle activity. OBJECTIVE: To analyse “Two-Dimensional Analysis of Gait Parameters in Children with Down Syndrome. METHODOLOGY: Non-experimental study, convenient sampling, sample size was 12. Participants both boys and girls were selected with age group of 6- 12 years were included in the study. PROCEDURE: 12 Participants were selected according to age group with Down Syndrome. And were asked to walk in a 5 meter’s track, their gait was captured using a Nikon D3300 camera that captures video at 60 frames per second in 1080p in MPEG-4 camera and gait analysis was performed using GaitOn software. Spatiotemporal and kinematics variables were assessed by using 2D gait analysis with software from Auptimo technologies. RESULTS: Gait analysis of Down Syndrome children’s significant difference in ankle plantar flexion, knee hyperextension and hip flexion in lateral view and in anterior view shows knee adduction, in posterior view shows ipsilateral pelvic drop and rear foot eversion at p<0.05. CONCLUSION: This study concludes the Down Syndrome children shows marked changes in ankle, knee, hip joint, knee abduction/adduction, pelvic drop, rear foot angle and Spatiotemporal parameters.
Abstract:Contemporary job market requires graduates to have comprehensive interdisciplinary knowledge and skills in order to be able to apply different approaches to solving problems in the modern workplace. Interdisciplinary education is believed to have an impact on preparing graduates to view things from different perspectives and apply higher-order thinking and analytical skills in a current and futuristic work environment. The purpose of this study is to explore faculty perspectives on the impact of interdisciplinary education on preparing students for future careers. The study was conducted using a qualitative case study of a federal university in the United Arab Emirates. The paradigmatic position was interpretive. Thirteen faculty members who are currently teaching interdisciplinary courses were purposely selected to take part in semi-structured interviews. It was found that interdisciplinary education provided various work-related graduate attributes and skills that prepared them for the evolving work environment. The study concludes that interdisciplinary education plays an indispensable role in getting graduates ready for work and is also influential in their selection of career choices.
Abstract:This study explores the effectiveness of an interdisciplinary social studies curriculum designed for gifted seventh-grade students, focusing on climate crisis, global citizenship, and sustainability themes. Grounded in the urgency of environmental education, the curriculum integrates scientific, technological, and social knowledge to foster critical and creative thinking. Utilizing an action research methodology, the study involved iterative planning, implementation, observation, and reflection cycles with twelve gifted students in a Turkish Science and Art Center (SAC). Data were collected through digital portfolios, performance tasks, rubrics, and student reflections. The findings revealed increased environmental awareness, improved data literacy, enhanced empathy through drama activities, and effective use of technology in sustainability projects. Students developed and partially implemented personal eco-action plans. The study contributes to the field by offering a scalable model of interdisciplinary education tailored to gifted learners, highlighting the need for sustainable and student-centered practices in curriculum design. Recommendations for teacher training and policy support are also presented.
Abstract:Classroom teaching and students' learning have been widely concerned. To support the implementation of effective classroom teaching, this study examines the current state of instructional practices and student learning by surveying 541 college students. The questionnaire is divided into three main aspects, in which students are asked to assess their learning experience in college: motivations for choosing their major, their learning status, classroom performance, and feedback from teachers. Research results show that the motivation for choosing undergraduate majors positively affects students' learning. However, if teachers do not continue to provide the necessary guidance and high-quality courses to students, they will lose interest in their majors. For freshmen, teachers should be more concerned about their learning status, because they have the lowest adaptability to university learning. In addition, we also find that dumb classroom teaching, performing classroom teaching, still exists, and classroom teaching efficiency is low. Further analysis indicates that the teaching effectiveness of teachers, including teacher-student communication, positive motivation from teachers to students, and the content of their teaching, has a direct effect on students' learning. The low efficiency of classroom teaching is primarily attributed to an underdeveloped and ineffective classroom ecological environment. In the concluding section, this paper proposes a set of targeted strategies to rebuild and enhance the classroom teaching ecology, aiming to foster more effective teaching and meaningful student engagement.
Abstract:In this study, shielding performance and pressure drop of the honeycomb, square and circular ventilation holes in a microwave furnace, which is operated at 2450 MHz, were evaluated. The effect of hole diameter, hole to hole distance and hole depth to the shielding and pressure drop were considered as variables. A simulation model prepared on Comsol Multiphysics v.5.2a and the results compared with the theoretical equations. The pressure drop and shielding performance decreases and increases with increasing hole diameter and hole to hole distance, respectively. Increasing hole depth causes a reduction in pressure drop but it enhances the shielding performance.
Abstract:Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC) is becoming a valuable tool ineducation. It supports personalized, interactive, and scalable learning. However, little is known about how preschool teachers continue using AIGC in their dailypractice. This study explores the key factors that influence their sustainedintention to use AIGC technologies. It integrates three theoretical models—Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Expectation ConfirmationModel (ECM), and Flow Theory—into a unified framework. Data were collectedthrough a questionnaire survey of preschool teachers in China. The results wereanalyzed using both Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling(PLS-SEM) and Fuzzy Set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA). Findings show that confirmation and perceived usefulness are strong predictors of continuous use. In contrast, perceived ease of use plays a smaller role. The fsQCA results also reveal three distinct combinations of conditions that lead to high usage intention. These findings provide new insights into teacher technology adoption and offer practical guidance for promoting sustainable use of AIGC in early childhood education, especially in developing regions.
Abstract:This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the prominent works of the representatives of European Baroque literature and highlight the significant impact and rich contributions of translated Baroque literature to the literary heritage. European Baroque literature is notable for its focus on detail and ornate, imaginative language, delving into philosophical ideas, religious and mystical subjects, which were also pivotal in this period. Baroque poets explored political and satirical themes, challenging dominant ideologies and societal conventions. The study of the plot-thematic and linguistic-stylistic "portrait" of each ethnocultural European Baroque tradition involves the usage of a specific system of analytical methods, which includes literary-historical analysis, interpretative analysis, literary-biographical analysis, and translation analysis. The research material focuses on five European Baroque linguistic and cultural traditions: French, German, Polish, British, and Ukrainian. These linguistic cultures were chosen because Ukrainian Baroque was established and evolved to some extent under the influence of both direct and indirect translations of works predominantly from these European literary traditions. Ukrainian baroque literature covered topics related to Ukrainian national identity, history, and cultural heritage, in part, by celebrating the resilience and spirit of the Ukrainian people. In general, the Baroque period in Ukraine marks an era of prosperity for religious and philosophical writings, with authors like I. Velychkovsky and H. Skovoroda delving into questions of faith, morality, and human existence. Many Baroque writers contributed to the neo-baroque revival by reintroducing and reinterpreting English metaphysical poets. Contemporary artistic trends reinforce complexity, dispersion, indeterminacy, and approximation. This connection explains why neobaroque is often associated with postmodernism. At the same time, it clarifies the distinction between a true neo-baroque aesthetic, which integrates the principles of Baroque art, and mere Baroque revivalism, which imitates its visual style without adopting its deeper artistic philosophy. Ultimately, the transhistorical and transcultural continuity of Baroque and neo-baroque raises the challenge of theorizing their emergence and the process of re-origination in all humanitarian spheres of human activity, including literature. The translation of European Baroque literature represents a vital aspect of spirit and form, characterized by excess, complexity, fragmentation, and aesthetic experimentation, gaining renewed significance in contemporary postmodern culture. From a historically cultural perspective, translating Baroque literature ensures the preservation and continuity of cultural and literary heritage across generations. It allows future audiences to access and appreciate significant works of the past, fostering a sense of cultural continuity and identity. Rather than being a relic of the past, Baroque literature serves as a lens through which postmodern society understands complexity, instability, and the spectacle of the present world.
Abstract:Despite longstanding theoretical and practical interest in subjective well-being (SWB), its structural composition remains debated. Life satisfaction, along with positive and negative affect, is widely recognized as a core component of SWB; however, the nature of their interrelationships within a unified construct is still unclear. This study examined the factor structure of SWB using data from a sample of Ukrainian university students (N = 1111; age range = 18–26 years; 59.0% women). Participants completed the Ukrainian versions of the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the Scale of Positive and Negative Experiences (SPANE). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), bifactor CFA, exploratory structural equation modeling (ESEM), and bifactor ESEM were employed to evaluate competing theoretical models. Model selection was based on Akaike’s Information Criterion (AIC) weights, balancing model fit and parsimony. While four models demonstrated adequate fit, the bifactor ESEM model showed the best overall performance. This model accounted for cross-loadings and identified a strong general SWB factor along with three specific components. Measurement invariance across gender was confirmed at the configural, metric, and scalar levels. Findings support the bifactor ESEM as a comprehensive and robust framework for conceptualizing the multidimensional structure of subjective well-being in emerging adults.
Abstract:This study developed an indicator system of instructional leadership by novice principals to facilitate the assessment of their leadership capabilities. This study employed a survey-based approach consisting of three studies to examine the reliability and validity of the proposed system and explored the perceived importance and actual performance of these indicators. The statistical techniques included expert review, item analysis, exploratory factor analysis, internal consistency reliability analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, cross-validation, measurement invariance analysis, and IPA. The proposed indicator system, consisting of 5 dimensions and 24 specific indicators, demonstrates good reliability and validity for assessing the overall, dimensional, and specific indicators of instructional leadership performance. Highly rated dimensions were enhancing school curriculum and instructional quality as well as creating supportive teaching and learning environments. Developing a vision for teaching and setting goals and tasks was also considered important; however, performance was relatively low.