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Frontiers in Education

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Stakeholder perceptions of migration policies and investment in human capital development: expert interview evidence from policymakers, labor market organizations and social partners in North Macedonia, Türkiye, Ukraine, and Ethiopia

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Introduction: Policies that combine human capital development and migration governance are necessary because migration alters the labor supply and skill distribution across economies. Through a cross-country approach, four migrant-origin countries, North Macedonia, Türkiye, Ukraine, and Ethiopia, th…

Overcoming educational silos: a mixed-methods framework for Curriculum Ideological-Political Education in China

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Introduction: The phenomenon of “educational silos”–the structural fragmentation between professional training and values education–remains a persistent challenge in global higher education. While China’s Curriculum Ideological–Political Education (CIPE) policy offers a systemic response to this iss…

Career paths and university education: factors that determine the employment status of university graduates

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Employment outcomes are more strongly associated with specific career paths than with academic performance. Despite expanding university access, significant gaps persist between the training received and labor market conditions. The objective was to identify and analyze the factors that influence th…

A structural approach to the assessment and development of engineering students’ professional skills

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On-the-job training plays a key role in developing the professional skills and practical experience of students in engineering education programs. In this regard, the aim of this study was to create a toolkit for analyzing the factors that influence the development of these skills and the integratio…

Pre-professional internships in the development of skills and employability of accounting students: a case study from a Peruvian University

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Pre-professional internships are an essential mechanism for consolidating academic training and facilitating students’ transition into the labor market. The objective of this study was to evaluate pre-professional internships in the development of professional skills and the perception of employabil…

GeoGebra-supported problem-based learning for in-service primary mathematics teachers’ 3D geometry understanding in a core primary teachers’ college in Uganda

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This study examined the impact of a GeoGebra-supported problem-based learning (GSPBL) intervention on in-service primary mathematics teachers’ understanding of three-dimensional (3D) geometry. Ninety-two teachers from a Core Primary Teachers’ College in Western Uganda participated, selected through …

Development and application of a triadic integration teaching model in newly established undergraduate programs: synergistic project-, practice-, and competition-based learning

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The cultivation of high-quality engineering talent in newly established undergraduate programs presents significant challenges, particularly in integrating theoretical knowledge with practical and innovative capabilities. This study proposes and implements a “triadic integration” teaching model that…

Educational learning lab supporting innovation adoption in vocational education

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This article explores the implementation and sustainability of innovative educational practices in a joint collaborative research project involving Estonia and Lithuania. Four interventions following the Educational Learning Lab approach were designed to counteract drop-out from vocational education…

STEM-based approaches to soft skills development: a synthesis of meta-analytic findings and empirical evidence

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In today’s modern education system, it is not only professional knowledge and technical skills that are of importance, but also the development of universal competencies known as soft skills—such as communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence. The STEM (Sc…

Standardizing course assessment in competency-based higher education: an experience report

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Introduction: Competency-Based Education (CBE) has become increasingly important in Chilean higher education since the 2006 reform, which aimed to improve educational quality. However, implementing CBE effectively poses challenges, particularly in developing assessments that adhere to CBE principles…

Exploring the impact of a training program for continuing education facilitators—an empirical journey

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Introduction: This study assesses an andragogical teaching model, INSPIRA, deployed in continuing education (CE) programs at a private university in Mexico. Workshops have been conducted to train CE facilitators (instructors) on this model, which was first implemented in 2016. This research aims to …

How China’s vocational education formed its distinctive system: a five-element integration theory perspective

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Throughout the ages, a vocational education system with international influence must be supported by a distinctive industrial market, a strong organization, and a standardized and orderly education standard. The modern vocational education system with Chinese characteristics has experienced the embr…

Implementing the four-component instructional design model in professional development programs: a systematic review with a focus on teachers

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The four-component instructional design (4C/ID) model is designed to support complex learning by facilitating the transfer of theoretical knowledge into practice. This study presents a systematic research synthesis on the implementation of the 4C/ID model in training programs with a special focus on…

Acquisition of transversal competencies through a project-based learning model for computer systems engineering students

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Introduction: This article presents an innovative educational practice to promote transversal competences in computer engineering university students, through Project Based Learning (PjBL), providing students with the benefit of experiential learning. Challenges of a social nature were chosen, which…

Selecting and defining transversal competences for higher education training design

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Transversal competences, such as flexibility, collaboration or critical thinking, are proving to be key not only in academic performance but also in professional and personal performance. In response to a growing demand for research and training in these competences, this study originates from a tea…

Operationalizing education 4.0: a structured method for course materials and assessment alignment

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The rapid evolution of labor market demands, driven by technological and societal transformations, has intensified the need for higher education to foster future-oriented competencies. Frameworks such as Education 4.0 emphasize the development of abilities, skills, attitudes, and values; such as pro…

Using blended and online learning to increase appreciation of learning outcomes: case of a problematic game design unit

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Introduction: A key challenge for many academics is designing learning activities that are constructively aligned and effectively enhance students’ appreciation of their learning outcomes. This study investigates the impact of integrating active and blended learning strategies into a game design uni…

Career services at HEI’s: what are they offering?

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Higher education career centers should tailor their services toward empowering students to make them employable after graduation to meet the demands of the 21st century world of work. This paper aims to reflect on career counseling services provided by Higher Education Institutions. We start by pres…

Developing scientific entrepreneurship and complex thinking skills: creating narrative scripts using ChatGPT

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The increased access to artificial intelligence (AI) applications has made it possible to develop more engaging and complex educational activities for students in different disciplines. This research explored expanding university students’ knowledge of scientific entrepreneurship skills using an Art…

Shaping the foundation of the SuperCyberKids Learning Framework: a comprehensive analysis of cybersecurity education initiatives

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In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity education for children is paramount. The SuperCyberKids project, funded under the EU Erasmus+ programme, aims to address this need by developing a comprehensive educational ecosystem for children aged 8 to 13 and their teachers. Central to thi…
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