This study investigates the integration of computer-aided design (CAD), a technology for creating digital drawings and models, into art education to enhance creativity and improve teaching quality. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach with a cohort of 150 students, the results demonstrate significant advancements in creativity (a 33.3% increase),…

Lower reading and literacy skills are endemic in almost all secondary schools. Reasons for decreased literacy skills are numerous and varied, from changes in elementary literacy instructional focuses (whole language versus phonics), the foundational misunderstanding between reading and literacy, and the emergence and overreliance on social media…

Background: Literacy development in learners with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) differs from that of neurotypical peers. Many individuals with ASD, particularly those with complex communication needs, enter adulthood without literacy skills, which affects employment opportunities. Teachers' perceptions of their learners' literacy abilities…

This research was conducted to obtain students' views on the evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI)-supported design applications in art and design education using the fuzzy logic method. It aims to provide a new perspective for educators in identifying real learning situations and deficiencies in art and design education. The study utilized…

Mexico's education system has long faced deep inequities, leaving millions of children without essential foundational skills. Even prior to COVID-19, the crisis was severe. This case study explores how Mexico's Ministry of Education, with UNICEF and partners, is closing foundational learning gaps through Learning Camps. Based on the Teaching at…

Fostering scientific literacy is a key societal goal to equip individuals with skills to navigate and make informed decisions in an increasingly complex world. The development of project-based learning (PBL) approaches can effectively promote scientific engagement, but their implementation often presents challenges for teachers. This study…

In recent times, the world has seen an unprecedented increase in the number of refugees seeking asylum and refuge from war, conflict, and persecution. This study focuses on five refugee children in Malaysia and how their knowledge, skills, and lived experiences could be harnessed to support their education, well-being, and social inclusion. The…

This study aims to examine high school students' artificial intelligence literacy in visual arts subjects and their attitudes toward metaverse-based digital art. The research was conducted using a comparative-relational screening model, one of the screening models. The study sample consisted of 278 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. The…

The latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI) have paved the way for new AI-integrated pedagogical skills and competencies in language teaching. AI literacy and AI competency are related terms; however, they differ in educational contexts. AI literacy refers to the skills to understand and evaluate AI technologies, as well as to engage…

A basic question about bilingual development is how the acquisition of one language affects the acquisition of the other. Previous findings are few and mixed. The present study addressed this question with longitudinal data on the dual-language vocabulary growth of 149 US-born children from Spanish-speaking immigrant families, who were followed…

This meta-analysis examines 29 studies published over the past 20 years on the effects of digital versus print reading on young children's story comprehension and vocabulary learning. The results show that digital reading offers a slight advantage in story comprehension (g+ = 0.242) and a more significant benefit in vocabulary learning (g+ =…

This study aims to develop and validate an instrument to assess and compare professional digital competence beliefs of student teachers, pre-service teachers and teachers based on the DigCompEdu framework. We used data from N = 1386 German (prospective) teachers (73% female). First, we conducted exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor…

Mental health literacy interventions in school settings are growing in number and scope, yet challenges in user engagement and real-world implementation persist. The Decode Mental Health and Wellbeing Program (Decode) is a novel and innovative mental health literacy program for teachers and students that harnesses the power of social media…

Purpose: This article explores methodologies used by educators in citizenship education, examining how they perceive their roles when balancing skills and values, and how they approach assessment. It also investigates how transformative learning theory (Mezirow, 1978; Taylor, 2009) is reflected in practice and how outcomes are assessed.…

The rapid digital transformation of vocational education and training (VET) has underscored the need to adapt traditional assessment methods to digital formats. However, when transitioning to digital modes, it is crucial to consider factors beyond mere technical implementation, particularly the potential impact of altered presentation formats on…