Amjad Islam Amjad, Sarfraz Aslam, Zahida Aziz Sial, Umaira Tabassum
{"title":"Enhancing Early Childhood Education Achievement: Integrating Inclusive Teaching Through Playful Learning and Classroom Dynamics as a Catalyst","authors":"Amjad Islam Amjad, Sarfraz Aslam, Zahida Aziz Sial, Umaira Tabassum","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70077","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70077","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Developing an inclusive learning environment in early childhood education (ECE) is vital because it prepares children for future success in school and society by recognising and responding to their differences. The objective of the present study was to explore the mediational effect of student engagement (SE) between the relationship of inclusive teaching practices (ITP) and student academic performance (AP) in ECE with the intent to find the moderating effect of play support (PS) and the class environment (CE) for the relationship between ITP and AP. The research design of the current quantitative study was a cross-sectional survey. The participants were 300 ECE teachers who work in public schools of the Kasur and Lahore districts in Punjab, Pakistan. Data were collected using a self-developed questionnaire. Simple linear regression and Process macro were used to test four hypotheses. After analysis, it was revealed that ITP contributes significantly (<i>β</i> = 0.396, <i>t</i>(298) = 7.44, <i>p</i> < 0.001) to the AP of students in ECE. SE partially mediates (<i>B</i> = 0.231, SE = 0.043, <i>p</i> = 0.000) the relationship between ITP and AP. PS [<i>F</i>(3, 296) = 48.239, <i>p</i> < 0.001] has a statistically significant effect, and CE [<i>F</i>(3, 296) = 50.663, <i>p</i> < 0.001] has a marginally significant moderating effect on the relationship between ITP and AP. It is recommended that longitudinal and qualitative studies be conducted to improve generalisability and understand the phenomenon in depth.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143638758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Applying Knowledge Graph to Interdisciplinary Higher Education","authors":"Qian Wang, Shiwang Hou, Sixian Wan, Xin Feng, Hao Feng","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70078","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70078","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>To prepare undergraduates for complex careers, interdisciplinary higher education is gaining popularity. However, implementing interdisciplinary learning in engineering management is challenging due to the complex and intertwined knowledge structures. While smart education platforms provide access to extensive knowledge bases, the intricate web of relationships can overwhelm undergraduates. Therefore, innovative technologies are needed to create a coherent knowledge system. Knowledge graphs, derived from artificial intelligence, are pivotal tools for connecting knowledge points across courses. This study begins by explaining the necessity of constructing interdisciplinary knowledge graphs. It then uses engineering management as a case study to outline a strategic framework for developing a knowledge graph. Finally, it analyses the benefits and challenges of applying knowledge graphs in interdisciplinary higher education.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143638753","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Anti-Stigma Potentials of Mobile Methods","authors":"Mariusz Kwiatkowski","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70075","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70075","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The article refers to the problem of stigmatisation, generally understood as discrediting dignity and refusing to respect individuals and groups due to their attributes, such as appearance, race, nationality, gender, age, social status, sexual orientation or religion. The article aims to determine the extent to which the use of mobile methods in social education can contribute to preventing, reducing, and overcoming the phenomenon of stigmatisation. The article has both a theoretical, methodological and empirical dimension. On the theoretical level, it proposes a transformative approach as adequate in terms of searching for anti-stigma potentials. Methodologically, it contains a description of mobile methods, a relatively new set of ways of conducting social research, and, at the same time, a potential way of preventing and overcoming stigma within educational practices. On the empirical level, it presents a case study to illustrate the described methods and their anti-stigma potentials.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143638752","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Multiple Enrollments: Clustering Dropout and Graduation Constellations in Business Administration Bachelor's Programme","authors":"Alexander Karl Ferdinand Loder","doi":"10.1111/ejed.12890","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.12890","url":null,"abstract":"<p>University students of Business Administration and related fields have high dropout rates, with previous research identifying student profiles of dropouts in business studies. Evidence is lacking for other university systems. Austria (Europe) allows for multiple enrollments and students with multiple enrollments accomplish more workload even after dropping out, compared to single enrollments. This study aimed to cluster Business Administration students per outcome constellation (graduation, dropout) on the dimensions workload and study duration. The sample consisted of 6151 students between the academic years of 2010/11 and 2022/23. Cluster analyses suggest that having multiple enrollments is related to higher workload and longer study duration. The clusters also indicate that benefits can be a second chance to graduate after dropping out from another programme. Transferability of passed exams is an important support mechanism. Future studies are needed to assess the performance of Business Administration students in the labor market dependent on their enrollments.</p>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/ejed.12890","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143638759","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Effect of Professional Ability on the Craftsman Spirit Among Secondary Vocational School Students: The Mediating Role of Career Decision-Making Self-Efficacy and the Moderating Role of Goal Achievement","authors":"Tengfei Guo, Kexin Lu, Ting He, Maoyong Huang, Yanzhen Xu, Yakun Ni","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70045","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70045","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>In the context of globalisation, fostering secondary vocational students with a craftsman spirit is crucial for industrial transformation and addressing contemporary needs. Based on social cognitive career theory, this study explores the mechanism through which professional ability influences craftsman spirit among secondary vocational students as well as the mediating role of career decision-making self-efficacy and the moderating role of goal realisation in this process. We tested our hypotheses using data gathered from 650 secondary vocational students; the results suggested that secondary vocational students' professional ability have a significant positive impact on the craftsman spirit. We also found that career decision-making self-efficacy partially mediates the effect of professional ability on craftsman spirit. Further, we found that self-concordant goal realisation positively moderates the relationship between professional ability and career decision-making self-efficacy. We offer theoretical guidance and practical implications for cultivating craftsman spirit among students in secondary vocational institutions.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143595564","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Perceptions and Use of AI in Higher Education Students: Impact on Teaching, Learning, and Ethical Considerations","authors":"Luis Medina-Gual, José-Luis Parejo","doi":"10.1111/ejed.12919","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.12919","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The present research explores AI's impact on education among Mexican undergraduate students through a non-experimental, correlational, cross-sectional study. A validated public questionnaire was distributed to 840 students via Google Forms from February to May 2024. Analysis revealed significant AI exposure and use patterns, primarily influenced by mass media and personal connections. Psychometric evaluations showed strong internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.97), with PCA and clustering identifying two student profiles: a knowledgeable majority and an optimistic minority with lower formal knowledge. Significant correlations were found between AI familiarity and perceived educational impact. These findings underscore the need for integrating formal AI training into curricula to bridge the gap between enthusiasm and practical knowledge, promoting ethical and effective AI use in higher education. This study informs policy and practice for aligning AI technologies with educational goals.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143497409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Meta-Synthesis of Professional Development Researches for In-Service Science Teachers","authors":"Filiz Gülhan","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70047","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70047","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Since science education is a field that is open to current developments due to its nature, science educators need to be in a professional development process that frequently updates themselves. In this study, a metasynthesis of studies focusing on in-service professional development for science teachers was made. Content analysis, one of the qualitative research methods, was used in the examination of 37 articles that met the criteria. It had been observed that descriptive studies the current situations are mostly on “general evaluation of in-service professional development programs”. It has been found that negative thoughts are at the forefront in the results of research findings in this aim. It has been determined that the most frequently studied themes involving experimental procedure researches on professional development practices for teachers are “in-service training practice and evaluation” and “collaborative practices” and positive results have been obtained from these studies. The theme of “collaboration” for science teachers' professional development has come to the fore in both descriptive and involving experimental procedure research. In the light of the results of the research, suggestions were made with the idea that there should be more studies that examine “the teacher as a part of a social structure” rather than “individual professional development” prepared by considering the teacher as an individual separate from the student and the school.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143497001","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Interplay of School Cultural Dynamics and Change: Exploring the Resistance to School Change","authors":"Dilşad Bakır, Esen Altunay","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70059","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70059","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This study aimed to explore the cultural barriers to change in public primary and secondary schools in Türkiye. The study is based on a qualitative research approach. The participants consist of 42 school leaders working in various primary and secondary schools in Türkiye. Data originated from semi-structured interviews and observations, and content analysis was conducted during the data analysis. Regarding the characteristics of school cultures, the participants emphasised an organisational culture that is open to innovation and solidarity among individuals. Concerning the cultural barriers to change in schools, the resistance to innovation was highlighted as linked to individual behaviour. Finally, the way in which school members resist change is important. The results highlight a lack of cooperation as one of the main barriers to change. Resistance to collaboration and lack of development of professional learning networks currently inhibit school change in Türkiye. The results show that cultural factors affect the success of change initiatives in schools that are open systems, and understanding and overcoming obstacles. Starting the change process in this way can transform schools into learning and developing organisations.</p>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/ejed.70059","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143481519","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Shifting Dynamics: Who Holds the Reins in Decision-Making With Artificial Intelligence Tools? Perspectives of Gen Z Pre-Service Teachers","authors":"Ayse Merzifonluoglu, Habibe Gunes","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70053","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70053","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly shaping education and currently influencing pre-service teachers' academic and professional journeys. To explore this influence, the present study examines 389 Generation Z pre-service teachers' attitudes towards AI and its impact on educational decision-making at two state universities, using an explanatory sequential mixed-methods research design. Quantitative data were collected through the General Attitudes to Artificial Intelligence Scale (GAAIS) and an AI decision-making survey. It was followed by qualitative data gathered via semi-structured interviews to enrich the statistical trends with deeper thematic insights. SPSS was used for quantitative data analysis while MAXQDA was employed for a systematic analysis of the qualitative data. The analysis revealed that female pre-service teachers held more positive attitudes towards AI, with higher levels of AI knowledge contributing to these attitudes. Negative attitudes, however, were independent of gender, academic discipline or AI familiarity. Findings also reveal that AI tools, particularly ChatGPT, are primarily used as advisors, and pre-service teachers often adapt AI's suggestions to their preferences. AI is predominantly preferred for assignments, reports, projects and presentations. In AI acceptance, time and effort savings, innovative suggestions and unbiased recommendations are stated as key factors. However, there are ongoing trust concerns highlighting the necessity of keeping final decisions under human control. Based on these findings, comprehensive AI training for teachers and students in higher education is suggested.</p>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/ejed.70053","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143455760","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Emotional Leadership and Teachers' Psychological Well-Being: The Mediating Role of Emotional Labour and Moderating Roles of Cultural Values in JD-R Theory","authors":"Xiaoshuang Zhu, Guoxiu Tian, Rui Liu, Yanjun Li","doi":"10.1111/ejed.70006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.70006","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Using the job demands-resources (JD-R) theory, this study aimed to understand how and when emotional leadership affected teachers' psychological well-being. It explored the mediating effect of emotional labour and the moderating effects of collectivism and two Confucian cultural values (i.e., harmony and obedience to authority). The sample included 2361 Chinese teachers from primary and secondary schools. Findings showed that emotional leadership as a job resource from leaders promoted deep acting (DA) and expression of naturally felt emotions (ENFE), eventually enhancing psychological well-being. Moreover, emotional leadership caused more surface acting (SA) only when teachers had a lower level of harmony, which reduced psychological well-being; collectivism, harmony, and obedience to authority weakened the positive impacts of emotional leadership on psychological well-being. This study contributes to the JD-R theory by revealing that leader factors could act as both resources and demands to influence personal factors under the moderating effect of cultural values.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":47585,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Education","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143455909","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"教育学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}