This Case Study reviews a quasi-experimental research project in the field of the scholarship of teaching and learning. Researching the effects of pedagogic interventions poses a number of methodologic challenges. Our original research goal was to create an assignment that would ameliorate the problem of content knowledge loss. Teaching and…

Creating truly equitable education is a challenge. Equity, diversity, and inclusion endeavours are often characterized by a depreciative deficit-thinking and a problem-based view on diversity. In this article, we present the MIXED model (Multi-perspective Inclusive eXchanges for Equity and Diversity), which can support lecturers in establishing an…

Existing evidence highlights the significance of family STEM learning experiences during early childhood. However, there is a lack of research specific to early childhood family-based learning in the field of engineering, especially with preschool-age children (three to five years old). To address this gap and inform engineering education programs…

Mathematics is most engaging when students see the relevance to their own lives and communities (Civil, 2002; National Council of Teachers of Mathematics [NCTM], 2000). The Temporary Skate-Safe Area task is an example of how mathematical modeling can be used to solve a real-world problem in a way that promotes mathematical belonging, social…

This study explored how minoritized youth-guided experiences as facilitators of science outreach activities in their community can become a powerful pathway to developing their science capital. The educational setting was the Gap-Year Program run by Alrowad for Science and Technology. Alrowad is a grassroots non-profit organization founded by Arab…

This study examined how Chinese university English as a foreign language (EFL) students engaged in a language massive open online course (LMOOC) on source culture to meet their learning needs. Learning analytics data from 818 course participants revealed a funnel-shaped pattern of participation, with a significant decline in video-watching and…

Through relying on limited and prescribed modes of expression, summative assessment can both create and exacerbate inequities in higher education. In this article, an instructor of an undergraduate education course and three student co-authors who completed the course discuss how the students' choice to use multimodality in their final portfolios…

School-based agricultural education (SBAE) teachers are expected to complete a variety of tasks related to their profession. These tasks are associated with a wide range of roles, responsibilities, and functions. One such area in which teachers are expected to complete tasks is advising an FFA chapter. Although the general tasks associated with…

Background: Understanding current practice is crucial for implementing Health Promoting Schools (HPS) and Whole School Approaches to Physical Activity (WSA-PA). This study validated two survey tools to assess HPS and WSA-PA implementation, respectively. Methods: Content validity was established via literature review and expert and target group…

Objectives: Participation in organised extracurricular social activities (OESAs) can provide wide-ranging positive developmental benefits for children. This study investigated whether participation and experiences differ for children aged 4- to 12-years with a developmental language disorder (DLD) compared to their typical language developing…

Utilising data from semi-structured interviews (n = 20), this paper explores the educational function of internationally popular, blockbuster videogames, including the ways in which players identify and operationalise these learning experiences. It proposes a framework through which different learning experiences in mainstream, culturally…

Emotional and behavioral issues in adolescents pose significant obstacles to psychological well-being and academic achievement, potentially leading to severe mental health conditions. The escalating prevalence of these behavioral challenges can adversely affect a nation's educational, economic, and social health. This study aims to find…

While researchers in recent years have exhibited a burgeoning interest in studying writing practices beyond formal contexts, the purpose of informal writing appears to be constrained primarily to recreational activities or interpersonal communication, thus overlooking its potential impact on enhancing formal writing competence. The present…

Purpose: This study examines the suitability of the Korean drama Vagabond as an alternative medium for political education among Indonesian youth, addressing low political participation through engaging and culturally relevant content. Design/methodology/approach: A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative and qualitative data…

What happens in the early years of a child's life has a profound impact on the rest of their life. This significant and influential phase in visual, language and emotional development lays the foundation for lifelong health, learning and earning potential. In August 2021 National Literacy Trust commissioned Savanta ComRes to conduct a survey of…