The research focuses on the development of a performance teaching manual for violin concerto instruction, addressing gaps in current teaching resources for advanced violin education. This study conducted a literature review and demand survey at the Sichuan Conservatory of Music to assess the state of violin concerto teaching. The manual integrates…

The purpose of this study is to explore the influence of the microlearning instructional approach in an online introductory database programming classroom. The ultimate goal of this study is to inform educators and instructional designers on the design and development of microlearning content that maximizes student learning. Grounded within the…

This study examined how transformational teaching practices and the adoption of flexible learning strategies influence students' university experiences. Adopting qualitative approach and employing thematic analysis, 10 participants who had encountered flexible learning during and after the pandemic were involved in the research. The study…

Addressing systemic racism in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is essential to improving science education for students of Color. In this article, we argue that science teacher leaders (STLs) are one mechanism to address this need. However, they likely need access to resources and information to address the…

Learners with developmental disabilities often encounter difficulties in performing daily activities that involve digital platforms, operating systems, applications, and other digital tools. Considering the growing importance of digital literacy, we examined the effectiveness of the clustered forward chaining (CFC) procedure in teaching digital…

This study aimed to examine primary school teachers' attitudes and self-efficacy towards using creative drama method in terms of certain variables. Relational screening model was used in the research and the sample was determined through convenient sampling. The study was conducted in the spring semester of the 2022-2023 academic year with the…

Teaching and learning are interconnected, evolving processes that extend beyond the transmission of knowledge to foster intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and personal growth. Effective teaching requires the integration of various pedagogical strategies designed to diverse learning needs, promoting creativity and deep understanding. The…

Utilizing Participatory Action Research (PAR), this study centered on the experiences of three young string players and a violin instructor employing storytelling as an approach to enhance expressiveness. Collaborating with the violin instructor to craft an initial approach and framework for the young string players, it was revealed that…

The best instructional practices for immersive virtual reality (IVR) use in workplace learning contexts remain undefined after decades of research. Increasing the methodological range and rigor in the study of educational IVR have been proposed. To address these issues, we performed a qualitative study that contributed to the development of a…

Peer review is a cornerstone of academic communication, critical for ensuring the quality and credibility of research. Developing peer review skills sharpens evaluative abilities, promotes critical thinking, and improves teaching, making these skills an essential component of every academic's toolkit. This study reveals that, despite their…

Numerous studies indicated that perspectives and approaches to teaching of university teachers vary considerably across academic disciplines. However, other research presented contrary results. Regarding such inconsistencies in previous findings, the aim of this research was to examine the representation of five perspectives on teaching and three…

This study reports findings from a confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) for the Readiness and Access to Inclusive Instruction for Students with Emotional Disturbance (RAISE). The RAISE is a survey measure that can be used to obtain information on educator self-reported knowledge, use, and perceived effectiveness of classroom-based inclusive…

This is an open access book. The shift from traditional teaching to digital learning presents a significant challenge for many educators. Navigating the complexities of digital course designs can often lead to suboptimal learning experiences that fail to engage learners effectively. "Digital Learning Design: Designing Effective Online and…

Since the release of ChatGPT, there has been considerable debate regarding whether and how L2 writing instructors might integrate GenAI tools and teaching toward AI literacy development into their instructional practices. A recent body of research has identified possible affordances and limitations of GenAI for L2 writing teaching and learning,…

This article outlines how teaching strategies developed at Key Stage 5 can be built on in Higher Education. Focussing on act one, scene two of "The Tempest," a play that is taught in both 16-19 curricula and university syllabi, we posit that collaboration between teachers and academics across successive stages of education can extend the…