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        <pubDate>2026-05-07T10:37:16.678+00:00</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Challenges faced by immunology educators in higher education and their responses through an adapted ecological systems framework of teaching challenges]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Kyle S. Schutz</author><author>Lauren Wolff</author><author>Sumali Pandey</author><author>Heather A. Bruns</author><author>Danielle L. J. Condry</author><author>Louis B. Justement</author><author>Adam J. Kleinschmit</author><author>Archana Lal</author><author>Sarah Sletten</author><author>Rebecca L. Sparks-Thissen</author><author>Rebekah T. Taylor</author><author>Thiru Vanniasinkam</author><author>Justine S. Liepkalns</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionAdvances in our understanding of the immune system have contributed to important progress in the medical field, however gaps in immunology education and training persist.MethodsWe surveyed 76 immunology instructors housed in a range of institutions in the United States regarding challenges they face, as well as the solutions they employ using an adapted form of the K-12 conceptual framework of teaching challenges for higher education. Using a mixed method approach, we categorized challenges as extrinsic (outside or under instructor control) or as intrinsic (student cognitive factors).ResultsWe found that immunology instructors faced challenges that, when compounded or lacking in support, became barriers. We found that immunology was taught in varied formats and contexts, primarily to undergraduate biology majors, with class sizes ranging from under 50 to over 200 students. Interestingly, we found that a large number of instructors did not report having formal training in immunology, highlighting a critical need for professional development in the field. Patterns also emerged suggesting that instructors at smaller institutions encounter additional constraints. Despite these challenges, educators demonstrate creativity and resilience in adapting their teaching practices, which we share. Still, many noted that administrative support could further ease these barriers and assist with instructor retention. We also found that programs and courses have yet to integrate immunology curricula as a result of these challenges.DiscussionThis study provides valuable insights for immunology education researchers and offers practical recommendations for instructors and administrators. It also highlights the potential to adapt existing resources from other biology subdisciplines to better support immunology educators—whether they are seasoned experts or new to the field. As the AAAS Vision and Change report emphasizes, evidence-based teaching practices are essential for the future of biology education, and immunology education is only beginning to develop its pedagogical foundation.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Strategic human resource management in administrative integration and institutional development in Greek universities]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Marina Vezou</author><author>Stavros Kalogiannidis</author><author>Konstantinos Spinthiropoulos</author><author>Fotios Chatzitheodoridis</author><author>Maria Georgitsi</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionThis study examines the role of Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) in fostering administrative integration and institutional development within Greek universities. In the context of increasing organizational complexity and reform pressures in higher education, SHRM is considered a critical mechanism for enhancing institutional effectiveness and adaptability.MethodsA quantitative research design was employed using a structured questionnaire administered to a sample of 397 participants, including administrative staff and academic leaders from Greek universities. Data were analyzed through regression analysis to investigate the relationships between key SHRM practices—strategic workforce planning, employee training and development, performance appraisal systems, and employee participation—and organizational outcomes.ResultsThe findings reveal that strategic workforce planning, employee training, and performance appraisal systems have a statistically significant positive effect on administrative integration. Additionally, employee participation in decision-making processes is positively associated with institutional development. However, the results also highlight persistent challenges, including bureaucratic resistance, limited digital infrastructure, and resource constraints, which hinder the effective implementation of SHRM practices.DiscussionThe study underscores the importance of aligning SHRM practices with institutional goals to enhance organizational performance in higher education. It recommends that Greek universities invest in digital HR systems, strengthen training initiatives, improve performance appraisal mechanisms, and promote a more participatory decision-making culture. The findings contribute context-specific insights into the advancement of SHRM in Greek higher education and offer practical implications for policymakers and institutional leaders seeking to drive organizational change and development.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Psychometric and structural analysis of the thesis advisor abuse scale through network analysis]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Oscar Mamani-Benito</author><author>José Ventura-León</author><author>Andy Sánchez-Villena</author><author>Felipe Anderson Ríos Incio</author><author>Cristhian Cruz-Campos</author><author>Susana K. Lingán-Huamán</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionMistreatment in thesis advising is a problem that affects the mental health of university students. As a measurement resource, the scale of mistreatment towards the thesis advisor (EMAT) evaluates this phenomenon from three dimensions: mistreatment by the advisor, the thesis jury, and the administrative staff.ObjectiveTo analyze the psychometric structure of the EMAT using network analysis to examine the interactions among the dimensions of academic abuse in the thesis advising process.MethodologyThis research belongs to the instrumental design, crosssectional, and was carried out in 514 Peruvian university students, selected through intentional nonprobabilistic sampling. The psychometric properties were evaluated through Exploratory Graphic Analysis (EGA) and bootstrap procedures (bootEGA), using the R software.ResultsA solid and stable three-dimensional structure was evidenced. From the bootEGA, items with low replicability were eliminated, which allowed the identification of three clearly differentiated communities: mistreatment by the advisor, the thesis jury, and the administrative staff, with high levels of stability (replication ≥.94). Finally, robust loads were observed in each dimension, supporting the scale's structural validity and reliability.ConclusionThe EMAT presents a stable three-dimensional structure to evaluate abuse towards the thesis advisor, constituting a psychometrically solid tool for the identification and prevention of these situations in the university environment.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Barriers to diagnosing and treating panic disorder in students with intellectual disabilities: perspectives from psychologists in Saudi schools]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Ibraheem M. Alsawalem</author><author>Abdulmalik Alkhunini</author>
        <description><![CDATA[BackgroundThose with Intellectual Disability (ID) often face challenges in accessing mental healthcare for panic disorder for a variety of reasons, including diagnostic overshadowing, limited communication abilities, and insufficient specialized training among School Psychologists. This necessitates exploring psychologists' perspectives to bridge the treatment gap.AimsThis study aims to explore the barriers to school-based identification and support for panic disorder among students with ID, from the perspectives of school psychologists. The goal is to provide insights that inform improvements in educational mental health practices and policy development within the school setting.Methods and procedureThe authors conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 licensed psychologists working in public high schools that offer special education programming for students with ID. The data obtained were then examined using Braun and Clarke's (2006) six-phase thematic analysis using NVivo12. The analysis was guided by Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory (1979) conceptualization of stigma to frame psychosocial barriers.Results and outcomesThematic analysis revealed five main themes categorized into two overarching levels: Student-Level and Diagnostic Barriers (Micro-System) and Systemic and Institutional Barriers (Exo and Macro-Systems). Findings highlight a critical “communication gap” where traditional diagnostic protocols fail to capture atypical somatic cues and “behavioral proxies” of panic in students with ID. Additionally, a significant “implementation lag” was identified between the strategic aspirations of Saudi Vision 2030 and school-level realities, exacerbated by fragmented referral pathways, cultural stigma, and the absence of standardized, visually-oriented clinical tools.Conclusions and implicationsThe study concludes that a national mandate for inclusion is insufficient without localized, visually adapted protocols and formalized interdisciplinary communication. By applying Ecological Systems Theory, the findings demonstrate that sustainable improvement in mental healthcare for students with ID requires synchronized interventions across the micro, meso, and macro-levels. This research provides a roadmap for policymakers to bridge the gap between policy and practice, ensuring a more equitable and culturally responsive mental health system in Saudi Arabia.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Policy–capacity mismatch in English language policy implementation: evidence from multilingual mountainous Vietnam]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Perspective</category>
        <author>Vuong Thi Hai Yen</author><author>Nguyen Thi Anh Nguyet</author><author>Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen</author>
        <description><![CDATA[This research investigates the enactment of Vietnam's Decision 2,371 concerning ESL instruction within mountainous regions, shifting the focus from merely describing obstacles to an analysis of how national policy objectives are reshaped within multilingual, resource-constrained environments. Employing a mixed-methods approach that incorporated surveys (N = 145 teachers, 310 students) and semi-structured interviews conducted across eight schools in three mountainous provinces, the study reveals a consistent disparity between policy aspirations and the practical capacity for implementation. For most students residing outside of prominent tourist destinations, exposure to English remains informal and restricted. The findings indicate that, notwithstanding the predominantly favorable perspectives of educators and learners regarding ES, considerable constraints persist across three interrelated domains: pedagogical competence (e.g., a lack of adequate training in communicative language teaching approaches), infrastructural deficiencies (e.g., restricted access to digital tools), and linguistic context (e.g., limited exposure to Vietnamese and English beyond the confines of the classroom). It builds on the idea of policy–capacity mismatch to explain why language reforms, even with good intentions, might not work as planned in multilingual settings with limited resources. It also argues that the language skills of minority groups, often seen as obstacles, can be helpful in teaching, if they are used with the right teacher training and assessment changes. This study adds to the existing discussions about language policy, multilingual education, and fairness in education by showing that the success of second-language policies depends on how they are designed, the ability of local educational systems to put them into practice.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Learning online in schools after COVID: a systematic review of research aligned to the science of learning and development]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Systematic Review</category>
        <author>Jayson W. Richardson</author><author>Justin Bathon</author><author>Hui Zhong</author>
        <description><![CDATA[This systematic review examines how K-12 online learning has evolved in the post-COVID era, using the Science of Learning and Development (SoLD) framework to analyze whole-child development across five guiding principles. We searched ERIC, Google Scholar, and top educational technology journals for peer-reviewed studies published between 2020 and 2024. After a multi-stage screening process, we identified 27 studies that focused on K-12 online student learning in the post-COVID context. We then coded these studies using the SoLD framework to identify which principles and practices appeared most often and which were most often overlooked. The findings showed that research concentrated on four of the five SoLD principles: Positive Developmental Relationships; Environments Filled with Safety and Belonging; Rich Learning Experiences and Knowledge Development; and Development of Skills, Habits, and Mindsets. However, no studies examined Integrated Support Systems, and several important components of each principle were not captured in the corpus of research. Overall, the evidence suggests that online student learning post-COVID has led to meaningful changes in how teachers design online instruction, how families engage with schools in online settings, and how students develop necessary skills while engaging in online education. However, research has not yet examined how these elements work together as an integrated system to improve student learning.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Modeling informal learning as a dynamic interaction process in digital learning environments]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>William Villegas-Ch</author><author>Pablo Palacios</author><author>Angel Jaramillo-Alcázar</author><author>Vanessa Guevara</author>
        <description><![CDATA[Digital learning environments in higher education generate large volumes of interaction data that reflect a substantial portion of the learning processes occurring outside of formally assessed activities. However, these informal learning dynamics remain difficult to observe and analyze systematically due to their non-evaluative, irregular, and self-organized nature. Most current approaches to educational analytics focus on aggregate indicators or academic outcomes, limiting the understanding of interaction processes that emerge over time. This work proposes an empirical-computational framework for modeling informal learning by analyzing the temporal dynamics of non-evaluative digital interactions. It utilizes a hybrid data environment that integrates open datasets with calibrated and structurally coherent temporal interaction records. The analysis relies on dynamic engagement metrics that capture the intensity, variability, irregularity, and persistence of participation at the student-course level, without inferring individual cognitive states or assessing academic performance. The results show that informal interaction exhibits highly skewed distributions and high sparsity, with a mean daily intensity of approximately 1.95 events, standard deviations exceeding 3.0, and coefficients of variation with medians greater than 1, demonstrating that temporal irregularity is a structural property of the phenomenon. Comparative analysis across different data representations confirms the stability of these patterns despite differences in temporal resolution and aggregation level. At the same time, exploratory associations with global outcome variables show moderate, non-deterministic correlations. This study provides a reproducible, methodologically rigorous approach to analyzing informal learning as an emergent dynamic process in digital higher-education environments.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Sustaining participation in inclusive education: a conceptual model for recognising hidden vulnerability]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Conceptual Analysis</category>
        <author>Marc Wheeler</author>
        <description><![CDATA[Educational systems typically identify additional need through observable indicators such as attainment, behaviour, and classroom engagement. However, research increasingly suggests that outward participation does not necessarily reflect secure underlying functioning, as engagement may be maintained through regulatory effort, contextual alignment, or compensatory strategies. While existing participation frameworks conceptualise engagement as relational and context-dependent, they provide limited means of analysing how participation is sustained across time and changing demands. This paper addresses this gap by proposing a Sustainability Model of Educational Participation, which reconceptualises engagement as varying in resilience and vulnerability rather than simple presence or absence. The model introduces sustainability as a central analytic dimension and conceptualises participation through five interrelated domains: effort intensity, environmental dependence, contextual consistency, transition response, and temporal durability. Drawing on inclusive education theory, ecological models of development, and research on masking, school distress, and educational transitions, the paper argues that participation may be simultaneously present and fragile. The model extends existing frameworks by integrating temporal and effort-related dimensions, enabling participation to be interpreted in relation to its stability across contexts and over time. The paper outlines potential pathways for empirical investigation, including longitudinal mixed-method designs examining participation trajectories and outcomes such as wellbeing, disengagement, and support needs, providing a basis for earlier recognition of emerging vulnerability.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[CTMath: enhancing elementary mathematics and computational thinking skills through a structured scratch-based model]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Husna Yusrina</author><author> Surama</author><author>Anam Sutopo</author><author>Ahmad Muhibbin</author>
        <description><![CDATA[CTMath is a five-phase learning model that integrates computational thinking (CT) into elementary mathematics through Scratch. Developed using ADDIE, the model was expert-validated and then examined in a limited pilot, a field trial, and a quasi-experimental comparison with a control class. Mathematics achievement showed moderate improvement based on normalized gain (N-gain) (pilot = 0.375; field = 0.587; quasi-experimental CTMath = 0.487 vs. control = 0.224), and the CTMath class outperformed the control class at post-test in the quasi-experimental stage, t (41) = 3.247, p = .002, mean difference = 2.89/20, Hedges’ g = 0.97. In addition to cognitive outcomes, students’ Scratch projects and classroom observations suggested strengthening in CT practices such as decomposition, algorithm design, and debugging, alongside critical-thinking-related classroom performance. The main contributions of CTMath are: (i) a replicable instructional syntax (Problem Initialization → Solution Design → Implementation → Evaluation → Refinement and Support), (ii) an implementation package consisting of student worksheets (LKPD), a teacher guide, and Scratch projects, and (iii) a multidimensional assessment framework that captures process, digital product, and learning outcomes. Overall, these findings suggest that structured and gradual CT integration may support stronger mathematical understanding and CT-related classroom performance under the conditions of this study and warrant further replication across other topics and contexts.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Playback speed and learning: effects on objective comprehension and perceived clarity]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Augusto Rodríguez Orejuela</author><author>Edwin Arango Espinal</author><author>Carlos Fernando Osorio-Andrade</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionPlayback Speed (PS)—the practice of reproducing audiovisual content at speeds higher than standard—has established itself as a common strategy in virtual learning environments, though its effects on the learning experience are not fully understood. The empirical literature shows polarized results, and prior research has focused almost exclusively on objective performance while ignoring the subjective processing experience, as well as overlooking sociodemographic moderators such as age and technological familiarity. This study examined the effects of Playback Speed on objective information comprehension and perceived information clarity, further evaluating the moderating role of age and technological familiarity.MethodsA quantitative between-subjects experimental design with one factor was applied, using three speed conditions (1.0×, 1.5×, and 2.0×). A sample of 328 participants, distributed across three generational cohorts (18–73 years), was exposed to a standardized pre-recorded technical lesson on digital marketing of moderate duration (16 min 42 s at 1.0×). Objective comprehension was assessed through a 10-item multiple-choice test, while perceived clarity and technological familiarity were measured using validated Likert-scale instruments. Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with 5,000 bootstrapping subsamples.ResultsPlayback Speed did not significantly impair objective information comprehension in any of the evaluated conditions (R² = 0.022). However, it produced a progressive and statistically significant decline in perceived clarity, particularly at 2.0× (β = −0.311, p < 0.001; f² = 0.104), while the effect at 1.5× was marginal and lacked practical significance. Neither technological familiarity nor age moderated the effect of Playback Speed on comprehension. The only significant interaction found (age × 1.5× on perceived clarity) was of small magnitude (f² = 0.013) and should be interpreted with caution.DiscussionThese findings highlight a dissociation between objective learning outcomes and the subjective processing experience: Playback Speed operates as an asymmetric exchange that preserves retention but increases the perceived cost of processing. This pattern is consistent with Cognitive Load Theory, suggesting that moderate accelerations may not exceed the working memory overload threshold required to disrupt encoding, yet are sufficient to degrade processing fluency. The results have implications for the design of digital educational content and for guiding students who use acceleration as a time management strategy.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Advancing inclusive higher education in South Africa: key enablers, constraints, and practical support strategies for students with disabilities]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Review</category>
        <author>Sithabile Ntombela</author><author>Mamochana Anacletta Ramatea</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionPersistent assumptions among educators often imply that all students learn in similar ways, yet this overlooks the considerable diversity within South African university classrooms. To address this diversity and reduce barriers to students’ learning and development, the South African government adopted inclusive education policy frameworks aimed at increasing access, participation, and success for all students. Although access to higher education has expanded over the past two decades, many students, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), continue to experience barriers that limit their meaningful participation. Universities in South Africa have made significant advances in promoting inclusion; however, gaps remain in the provision of quality education.MethodsGuided by the philosophy of inclusion, this narrative review synthesises existing research to identify key enablers, constraints, and practical strategies for advancing inclusive education in South African universities. Using Scopus, Web of Science, Eric, and Google Scholar searches, the review employs a thematic approach to analyze how universities in South Africa have responded to national inclusive education requirements, identify areas of progress, and highlight continuing barriers that hinder full students’ participation and success.ResultsThe findings indicated that while South African universities have made advancements toward inclusion, inconsistencies in inclusive practices persist due to uneven policy implementation, unclear accountability structures, and insufficient integration of strategies to promote inclusive curricula in universities.DiscussionsThe paper examines enabling conditions, such as strengthened disability support services and institutional commitment, that can help address the persistent barriers to inclusive education. It contributes to ongoing scholarly and policy conversations on strengthening inclusive practices and creating more equitable learning environments for students with SEND in South African universities.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[From enjoyment to excellence: interest as the bridge to (PISA) achievement in the UAE and Finland]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Khaleel AlArabi</author><author>Othman Abu Khurma</author><author>Suzan Alabidi</author><author>Hanan Shaher Almarashdi</author><author>Badriya AlSadrani</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionBased on Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) data, this study investigated the relationships between students' enjoyment of science, interest in science, and science achievement in the UAE and Finland. It examines whether interest mediates the relationship between enjoyment and attainment of science.MethodsParticipants included students aged 15 years from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds who participated in PISA 2022, all of whom answered all relevant questions. The respective items were analyzed using Macro Process V4 by Andrew Hayes with the PISA 2022 database.ResultsThe findings indicate that science enjoyment and interest strongly predict science achievement, with interest as the primary mediator. However, the mediator of interest varies between the two nations and supports the view that cultural and educational system differences impact how these factors interact.DiscussionThe results highlight the importance of building attitudes toward science to improve educational outcomes. In addition, it extends scientific achievements that have become the focus of essential educational reforms within the country.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[An umbrella review of the prevalence, characteristics, and impacts of cyberbullying among elementary students]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Systematic Review</category>
        <author>Ana Marie S. Liston</author><author>Analyn T. Pando</author><author>Jacinto D. Managbanag</author><author>Marie Rose Victoriano Managbanag</author><author>Mark Kenneth A. Maestre</author><author>Irene O. Mamites</author>
        <description><![CDATA[Cyberbullying is an escalating public health and educational concern that increasingly affects children at younger ages. While global research has expanded, evidence focused on elementary students in developing countries remains fragmented. This umbrella review synthesizes empirical studies examining cyberbullying among elementary school children in low-and-middle income contexts. Guided by PRISMA 2020 standards, records pertaining to the assessment of prevalence, mental health consequences, risk and protective factors, and prevention and intervention strategies were retrieved from multiple databases (Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, EMBASE, PsycINFO, and ERIC) and exported into a reference manager, where automatic deduplication was performed prior to screening. Due to unified export and deduplication, per-database yield disaggregation was not retained. Findings indicate wide variability in prevalence estimates due to definitional and measurement inconsistencies, with emerging evidence suggesting elevated rates in urban settings. Cyberbullying is consistently associated with anxiety, depressive symptoms, and academic disengagement. However, culturally validated instruments and context specific intervention models remain limited. The review highlights the need for developmentally appropriate frameworks, standardized measurement approaches, and integrated school-based prevention strategies tailored to resource constrained environments.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Beyond expectations: a three-dimensional perspective on pre-service and in-service teachers' engagement with teacher-oriented evidence media]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Linda Schirle</author><author>Christine Sälzer</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionTeacher education provides knowledge that supports (pre-service) teachers in continually improving their professional practice by introducing research evidence to prepare evidence-informed teaching. After completing their studies, teachers primarily access research evidence through professional development and engagement with various media sources. Technological advancements and open-access initiatives have widened the range of media communicating educational evidence—from academic journals to digital platforms and social media. While prerequisites for evidence-informed teaching, such as usefulness expectations, have been widely studied, the role of the communicating media has received little empirical attention.MethodsThis study examines how pre-service and in-service teachers engage with eight different types of teacher-oriented evidence media (TOE media) across three dimensions of engagement: familiarity, expectation of useful evidence, and use. By linking these dimensions to established barriers to evidence-informed teaching, the study provides insights into (pre-service) teachers’ perspectives on sources of evidence relevant to their professional practice. In a longitudinal research design, a digital survey was administered during the 2024/2025 school year among in-service teachers (nt1 = 137; nt3 = 111) and pre-service teachers (nt1 = 126; nt2 = 133; nt3 = 63) in one German federal state. Given limited longitudinal participation, stability analyses draw on the longitudinal subsamples (in-service: n = 37; pre-service: n = 65), while group comparisons are based on repeated cross-sectional samples.Results and DiscussionThe findings extend current perspectives on evidence-informed teaching in three ways. First, they emphasize that most pre-service and in-service teachers expect useful evidence in academic TOE media and platforms for sharing experiential knowledge, provided that they are familiar with these sources. Second, engagement with academic TOE media across all three dimensions—familiarity, expectation of useful evidence, and use—is consistently associated with higher practical knowledge and self-efficacy beliefs and less skepticism toward evidence-informed teaching. Third, systematic differences between pre-service and in-service teachers indicate that professional experience and the perceived demands of daily practice shape how evidence is sought, interpreted, and valued.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Foreign language anxiety among Saudi university students: sources, gender variation, and perceived proficiency]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Oqab Alrashidi</author><author>Fahd Saud Alenezy</author>
        <description><![CDATA[Foreign language anxiety (FLA) is widely recognized as an important emotional factor that influences learners’ success in learning English. This study investigated the level and sources of FLA among Saudi university students enrolled in English for academic purposes courses. It also examined gender differences in anxiety and the relationship between FLA and students’ self-perceived English proficiency. A total of 196 first-year foundation students (144 males and 52 females) from different academic disciplines participated in the study. Data were collected using the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale. Descriptive statistics, independent-samples t-tests, and Pearson's correlation analyses were used to analyze the data. The results showed that students experienced an overall high level of FLA (M = 3.44, SD = 0.80). Among the three anxiety dimensions, communication apprehension was the most anxiety-inducing factor, followed by test anxiety, while fear of negative evaluation was reported at a moderate level. Gender analysis revealed a significant difference in fear of negative evaluation, with female students reporting higher levels than male students. However, no significant gender differences were found in communication apprehension or test anxiety. In addition, FLA was negatively correlated with students’ self-perceived English proficiency, indicating that higher anxiety was associated with lower confidence in English ability.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Role-playing and gamification as catalysts for environmental problem-solving in engineering education]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Opinion</category>
        <author>Sung Hee Joo</author>
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        <title><![CDATA[Nursing students’ voices in psychiatric hospitals, South Africa: a qualitative study on strategies to mitigate anxiety]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Cecilia Masutha Thingahangwi</author><author>Mary Maluleke</author><author>Esther Rangwaneni Mphedziseni</author>
        <description><![CDATA[BackgroundPsychiatric units are among the most demanding clinical environments. Nursing students often experience stress and anxiety when allocated to these settings. Their expectations are challenged when they realise that the actual clinical environment differs significantly from simulated training, and that theoretical knowledge does not always align with practical application. Aim: This study aimed to explore strategies for mitigating student nurses’ anxiety in psychiatric hospitals in South Africa.MethodsThis study employed exploratory, descriptive, and contextual designs within a qualitative approach. Thirty level IV and 21 Level III student nurses were purposively sampled and interviewed in six focus groups (1–3 with 10 participants and 4–6 with seven participants each), then thematically analysed using Tesch's eight steps. Measures to ensure trustworthiness and ethical principles were considered.ResultsTwo themes and their corresponding sub-themes were revealed for each theme. Theme 1 was Contributory factors to student nurses’ anxiety. Student nurses experience heightened anxiety due to internal challenges (e.g., lack of confidence, fear of the unknown) and external clinical factors (e.g., unfamiliar environments, negative staff attitudes). This anxiety can negatively affect their learning, communication with patients, and overall clinical performance. Theme 2 was Strategies to mitigate student nurses’ anxiety. Implementing these strategies may reduce anxiety, improve student confidence, and enhance clinical competence. Supportive supervision, adequate orientation, and active involvement in patient care promote a positive learning environment and better preparedness for clinical practice.ConclusionsThe study demonstrates how stigmas and unfavourable views of mental disorders among nursing students may influence their professional future choices. A further mixed-method approach should be conducted to assess the long-term impact of the interventions.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Tertiary education massification and institutional dynamics: a longitudinal analysis of a South African university]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Olushola Adebayo Olatunji</author><author>Loquitur Maka</author><author>Olawale Akinrinde</author>
        <description><![CDATA[Amid the ongoing massification of higher education in Southern Africa, there remains limited empirical evidence on how expanded enrolments are reflected in institutional performance indicators and selected dimensions of academic quality in the South African context. This study examines institutional trends associated with the massification of tertiary education in South African higher education institutions, using a selected South African university as the unit of analysis. Employing desk research, a quantitative descriptive design, the study utilises secondary institutional data obtained from the Institutional Information Systems Unit of the selected university for the period 2019–2025. The study examines trends in enrolment, student performance, staff capacity, and institutional strategies. Findings indicate differentiated enrolment trajectories across faculties, relatively stable graduation rates with some fluctuations, improving student retention in recent years, and sustained reliance on both permanent and temporary academic staff. While the student-to-staff ratio remains relatively stable, variations across institutional indicators highlight the complexity of managing expansion within resource constraints. This study contributes to the understanding of how massification-related pressures are reflected in institutional patterns over time and provides a basis for further research on higher education dynamics in similar contexts.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[The quality of life of art and non-art students: a comparative study]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Ghozeail Abdulaziz Abdullah Aldhorman</author>
        <description><![CDATA[IntroductionThis study aimed to identify the perceived impact of studying arts on quality of life (QOL), using a sample of 237 non-art students from Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University (PSAU) and 62 art students from the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (TRITA) in Jeddah, Al-Ahsa, and Al-Qassim.MethodsThe study used a mixed-methods approach, where both quantitative and qualitative data were collected and analyzed. For data collection, a questionnaire was developed and validated to collect quantitative data and personal interviews were conducted to collect qualitative data. The QOL Questionnaire was administered to all students. Furthermore, 11 students from TRITA were interviewed for qualitative data.ResultsThe levels of the QOL ranged from moderate to high for art and non-art students. Art students significantly outperformed non-art students in the psychological dimension and the time management and leisure activities dimension, while non-art students outperformed art students in the social dimension. No significant differences were found between the two groups in the academic dimension. Qualitative analysis of interview data produced some common themes regarding the perceived impact of studying art on students' QOL.DiscussionStudding arts proved to have positive impacts on some aspects of QOL as indicated by the participants' responses to the questionnaire and the themes extracted from the interviews with some art students. Identification of artistically gifted university students and nurturing their art interests is recommended to help them enjoy better QOL while getting their degrees.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Using multi-criteria decision-making to prioritize resource allocation for CDIO implementation in technology & engineering education]]></title>
        <pubdate>2026-05-07T00:00:00Z</pubdate>
        <category>Original Research</category>
        <author>Clifford John Orquia</author><author>Irvin Paul Rendon</author><author>Fritz Bacalso</author><author>Cyre Paclipan</author><author>Francis Villamor</author><author>Rose Ann Campita</author><author>Celbert Himang</author>
        <description><![CDATA[The preparation of Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate (CDIO) implementation in universities has become an increasingly important component of the planning process among relevant stakeholders. One aspect of such development lies on the need to prioritize the resources required in the full implementation of the CDIO framework. Therefore, this paper utilizes fuzzy best worst method (BWM) to extract the priorities of resources in a state university in the Philippines. Major findings revealed that technology and financial resources must be prioritized in order to achieve success in the CDIO implementation. Such results give stakeholders the upper hand to prepare for priority resources more than any others.]]></description>
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