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A study on perceptions and practices of STEAM-based education with university students
(Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 2024) Manisha Singh
The present survey-based study was conducted with (n = 317) university students in Lucknow city of India to examine their perceptions and practices about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education. The data was collected from students belongingto different academic streams including Science, Economics, Arts, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Sciences, and Business and Management etc. from different higher educational institutions of the city. The snowball sampling method was adopted for the study. A tool in the form of a 5-pointer rating scale with three categories viz. Awareness, Perception and Implementation along with two dimensions in the Awareness category, four dimensions in the Perception category and one dimension in the Implementation category was constructed to collect data with a total of 23 items which were related to majorly three mentioned categories and demographic information. Frequency data analysis and the Kruskal-Wallis H test were used for analysis. The findings showed that most students hold a positive perspective towards the advantages of STEAM in their learning process. Still, despite the positive perspective, significant differences in the perception and implementation category of STEAM-based education was seen. The teaching-learning process is not planned as per STEAM education and classroom teaching lacks in in-cooperating STEAM. A significant difference was observed in the perception and implementation of STEAM-based education. The study showed that more than 70 per cent of the students believed that STEAM-based Education may enhance deeper understanding, constructivist approach, professional efficiency and critical thinking. The findings also highlighted the positive role of STEAM Education in infusing aesthetic elements and holistic approach in students.
BEYOND BARRIERS: A TAPESTRY OF PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES FOR INCLUSIVITY AND SUSTAINABLE PROGRESS
(International Journal of Emerging Knowledge Studies, 2024) Dhriti Tiwari
In an ever-evolving landscape of education, the imperative to foster inclusivity and sustainable progress stands as a foundational challenge for educators worldwide. The present age, marked by an unparalleled range of differences, educators are faced with the task of adapting their methodologies to accommodate the distinct requirements and inclinations of a diverse student population. Concurrently, the increasing worldwide demand for sustainable practices underscores the imperative to incorporate environmental consciousness and responsible civic engagement into the core of educational systems. This research article explores innovative educational approaches that go beyond traditional boundaries to foster comprehensive and long-lasting progress. It examines the integration of differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and collaborative learning in a harmonious and inclusive learning environment. The study also explores a tapestry of pedagogical approaches for accommodating diverse learning needs and addressing 21st-century challenges. Cultural responsiveness, environmental education, and technological integration are key to sustainability and inclusivity. The research shows that these pedagogical practices can change education for the betterment of students and the world.
Impact of Institutional Repositories’ on Scholarly Practices of Scientists
(Library Philosophy and Practice University of Nebraska, 2018-02-01) Shukla, Prachi; Ahmad, Naved
Security Test Case Prioritization through Ant Colony Optimization Algorithm
(Tech Science Press, 2023) Mohd Faizan; Mohd Waris Khan; Abdulaziz Attaallah, Khalil al-Sulbi, Areej Alasiry, Mehrez Marzougui, Alka Agrawal, Dhirendra Pandey
Security testing is a critical concern for organizations worldwide due to the potential financial setbacks and damage to reputation caused by insecure software systems. One of the challenges in software security testing is test case prioritization, which aims to reduce redundancy in fault occurrences when executing test suites. By effectively applying test case prioritization, both the time and cost required for developing secure software can be reduced. This paper proposes a test case prioritization technique based on the Ant Colony Optimization (ACO) algorithm, a metaheuristic approach. The performance of the ACO-based technique is evaluated using the Average Percentage of Fault Detection (APFD) metric, comparing it with traditional techniques. It has been applied to a Mobile Payment Wallet application to validate the proposed approach. The results demonstrate that the proposed technique outperforms the traditional techniques in terms of the APFD metric. The ACO-based technique achieves an APFD of approximately 76%, two percent higher than the second-best optimal ordering technique. These findings suggest that metaheuristic-based prioritization techniques can effectively identify the best test cases, saving time and improving software security overall.