RESUMEN Este artículo presenta los resultados de una investigación educativa cuyo propósito fue comprender la influencia de las prácticas educativas en el proceso autorregulatorio de los estudiantes en Colombia. El enfoque metodológico fue de tipo cualitativo con un alcance descriptivo que buscó detalles sobre el hacer docente y el aprendizaje de aula. La muestra se compone de 137 participantes distribuidos en 90 estudiantes, 24 docentes y 23 padres de familia a quienes se les aplicaron una ficha de caracterización, una entrevista y un grupo focal a lo largo de 9 zonas del país: Garzón (Huila), Fortul (Arauca), Bucaramanga (Santander), Bogotá, Tenjo, Guayabal de Siquima (Cundinamarca), Urabá, Medellín, Rionegro (Antioquia), Ibagué (Tolima), Granada (Meta), Santiago de Cali (Valle del Cauca) y Almaguer (Cauca). Para el análisis de la información se contó con una matriz de triangulación y su posterior ejercicio interpretativo. Los resultados muestran que la práctica docente fomenta en los estudiantes su autonomía y su autocontrol a la hora de aprender, mientras que se ve la necesidad de brindar formación sobre las pautas de monitoreo parental. En ese sentido, se reconoce que la educación en contexto a partir de los juegos, la creatividad y el trabajo en grupo incentivan las habilidades de autorregulación del aprendizaje como la metacognición, el monitoreo, la delegación de tareas, la planeación y proyección de las metas a alcanzar.

ABSTRACT This article shows the results of an educational research whose purpose was to understand the influence of educational practices on the self-regulatory process of students in Colombia. The methodological approach was qualitative with a descriptive scope that sought details about the teaching process and classroom learning. The sample is made up of 137 participants distributed among 90 students, 24 teachers and 23 parents to whom a characterization sheet, an interview and a focus group are applied throughout 9 areas of the country: Garzón (Huila), Fortul. (Arauca), Bucaramanga (Santander), Bogotá, Tenjo, Guayabal de Siquima (Cundinamarca), Urabá, Medellín, Rionegro (Antioquia), Ibagué (Tolima), Granada (Meta), Santiago de Cali (Valle del Cauca) and Almaguer (Cauca). For the analysis of the information, a triangulation matrix was used and its subsequent interpretative exercise. The results show that teaching practice encourages students' autonomy and self-control when learning, while there is a need to provide training on parental monitoring guidelines. In this sense, it is recognized that education in context based on games, creativity and group work encourages self-regulation learning skills such as metacognition, monitoring, delegation of tasks, planning and projection of goals to reach.

Resumen La investigación consistió en conocer, describir y analizar las condiciones y habilidades que dan cuenta de la educabilidad de las personas mayores participantes de un taller en UNI 3 Montevideo. La perspectiva teórica adoptada entiende a la educabilidad como una construcción que se establece a través de componentes individuales de cada sujeto de aprendizaje en relación a un contexto social de aprendizaje, condicionando su experiencia educativa y la posibilidad de incorporar nuevos conocimientos, dinámicas de estudio, comunicación y aprendizaje, así como potenciar y construir lazos sociales y afectivos. Se ha podido verificar que el deseo de aprender de estas personas se manifiesta como una necesidad y como un medio para generar cambios personales. Esto indica que existe un deseo intrínseco de continuar desarrollándose en un sentido integral: que el aprendizaje no se direcciona a un saber hacer específico, sino a una dimensión más global, contemplando aspectos intrapersonales e interpersonales.

Abstract The research consists of knowing, describing, and analysing the conditions and skills that account for the educability of elderly people in a workshop at UNI 3 Montevideo. The adopted theoretical perspective considers educability as a construction that is established through individual components of each learning subject in relation to a social learning context, which conditions their educational experience and the possibility of incorporating new knowledge, study dynamics, communication, and learning, as well as strengthening and building social and affective ties. It has been verified that the desire to learn in these individuals is manifested as a necessity and as a means to bring about personal changes. This indicates that there is an intrinsic desire to continue developing in a comprehensive sense: that learning is not directed towards specific know-how but towards a more global dimension, contemplating intrapersonal and interpersonal aspects.

Abstract: This article has two objectives: the first is to identify the main themes regarding the teaching profession addressed by Eurydice; and the second, is to analyze the configuration of the teaching profession in Europe. To achieve these objectives, a content analysis of the reports published by Eurydice from 2001 to 2019 was carried out. Of the 16 initial documents, four were analyzed after applying the relevant exclusion criteria. This process was developed using the qualitative analysis software Atlas.ti 22.0 from a code book made up of six families around the teaching profession. As a result, the main topics addressed in these reports are lifelong learning, professional development, evaluation, and the working conditions of teachers, although there is little reference to the attraction and retention of teachers. From a systemic approach, this is how the teaching profession is configured.

Resumen: El presente artículo tiene dos objetivos: el primero es identificar las principales temáticas respecto a la profesión docente abordadas por Eurydice; y el segundo, analizar la configuración de la profesión docente en Europa. Para alcanzar dichos objetivos se llevó a cabo un análisis de contenido de los informes publicados por Eurydice desde 2001 hasta el año 2019. De los 16 documentos iniciales se analizaron cuatro tras aplicar los criterios de exclusión correspondientes. Dicho proceso fue desarrollado mediante el software de análisis cualitativo Atlas.ti 22.0 a partir de un libro de códigos conformado por seis familias en torno a la profesión docente. Como resultado, las principales temáticas abordadas en dichos informes son la formación permanente, el desarrollo profesional, la evaluación y las condiciones laborales del profesorado, aunque se observa una escasa referencia a la atracción y la retención de docentes. Desde un enfoque sistémico, así se configura la profesión docente.

Résumé Cet article vise à caractériser les compétences que les diplômés et les enseignants déclarent promouvoir dans le cadre du diplôme d'éducation de base d'un établissement d'enseignement supérieur et à comprendre comment les diplômés évaluent les conditions d'accès au marché du travail conférée par le diplôme. A cet effet, à la fin de l'année académique 2021/2022, un questionnaire a été administré, auquel ont répondu 108 diplômés et 37 enseignants. Pour catégoriser les réponses ouvertes, des procédures mixtes ont été utilisées. Les compétences liées au développement de l’enseignement et de l’apprentissage sont les plus mentionnées tant par les enseignants que par les diplômés. Alors que les compétences associées aux dimensions professionnelles, sociales et éthiques viennent en deuxième position parmi les diplômés, dans les réponses des enseignants, la deuxième dimension la plus visible concerne le développement professionnel tout au long de la vie.

Resumen Este artículo tiene como objetivo caracterizar las habilidades que egresados y docentes reportan ser promovidas en la Licenciatura en Educación Básica en una institución de Educación Superior y comprender cómo los egresados evalúan las condiciones de acceso al mercado laboral que les confiere la carrera. Para ello, al finalizar el curso 2021/2022 se administró un cuestionario, al que respondieron 108 egresados y 37 docentes. Para categorizar las respuestas abiertas, se utilizaron procedimientos mixtos. Las habilidades relacionadas con el desarrollo de la enseñanza y el aprendizaje son las más mencionadas tanto por docentes como por egresados. Si bien las habilidades asociadas con las dimensiones profesional, social y ética son las segundas más reportadas entre los graduados, en las respuestas de los docentes la segunda dimensión más visible se refiere al desarrollo profesional a lo largo de toda la vida.

Abstract This article aims to characterize the skills that graduates, and teachers report being promoted in the Degree in Basic Education at a Higher Education institution and to understand how graduates evaluate the conditions of access to the job market conferred by the degree. To this end, at the end of the 2021/2022 academic year, a questionnaire was administered to which 108 graduates and 37 teachers responded. To categorize open responses, mixed procedures were used. Skills related to the development of teaching and learning are the most mentioned by both teachers and graduates. While skills associated with the professional, social, and ethical dimensions are the second most reported among graduates, in teachers' responses the second most visible dimension concerns lifelong professional development.

Resumo O presente artigo visa caraterizar as competências que diplomados e docentes reportam serem promovidas na Licenciatura em Educação Básica de uma instituição de Ensino Superior e compreender como os diplomados avaliam as condições de acesso ao mercado de trabalho conferidas pela licenciatura. Para o efeito, no final do no ano letivo 2021/2022, aplicou-se um questionário, ao qual responderam 108 diplomados e 37 docentes. Para a categorização das respostas abertas utilizaram-se procedimentos mistos. As competências relacionadas com o desenvolvimento do ensino e da aprendizagem são as mais referidas, tanto por docentes como por diplomados. Enquanto as competências associadas à dimensão profissional, social e ética são as segundas mais reportadas entre os diplomados, nas respostas dos docentes, a segunda dimensão mais visível diz respeito ao desenvolvimento profissional ao longo da vida.

ABSTRACT The objective of this article is to analyze the pressing challenges surrounding the contemporary labor training of schoolchildren. Central to this analysis is the recognition of the profound impact of technology on shaping the workforce's competencies. Then, it justifies the imperative need for cultivating personal, general professional competencies among schoolchildren, emphasizing the pivotal role such competencies play in navigating the complexities of the modern job market. To accomplish this the transformative role of educators in preparing students for modern work habits is of special relevance. We highlight that educators in addition to facilitating the learning process should be provocatory, so the benefits of open-ended questions as a pedagogical tool emerge for serving not only as knowledge transfer but also as critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability catalysts towards ever-evolving workforce demands. Considering the above, this research clarifies practical measures formal schooling must prioritize in an increasingly vocational skill-driven economy like Azerbaijan, where people require lifelong learning over one-time preparation.

RESUMEN El objetivo de este artículo es analizar los desafíos apremiantes que rodean la formación laboral contemporánea de los escolares. Un elemento central de este análisis es el reconocimiento del profundo impacto de la tecnología en la configuración de las competencias de la fuerza laboral. Entonces, se justifica la necesidad imperativa de cultivar competencias profesionales personales y generales entre los escolares, enfatizando el papel fundamental que desempeñan dichas competencias en la navegación por las complejidades del mercado laboral moderno. Para lograr esto, el papel transformador de los educadores al preparar a los estudiantes para los hábitos de trabajo modernos es de especial relevancia. Resaltamos que los educadores además de facilitar el proceso de aprendizaje deben ser provocadores, por lo que emergen los beneficios de las preguntas abiertas como herramienta pedagógica por servir no sólo como transferencia de conocimiento sino también como catalizadores del pensamiento crítico, la resolución de problemas y la adaptabilidad hacia un futuro cada vez más exitoso. demandas laborales en evolución. Teniendo en cuenta lo anterior, esta investigación aclara las medidas prácticas que la escolarización formal debe priorizar en una economía cada vez más impulsada por las habilidades vocacionales como la de Azerbaiyán, donde las personas requieren un aprendizaje permanente en lugar de una preparación única.

Post-graduate online students studying in cohorts are expected to collaborate effectively with their peers and instructors in the virtual environment and are presumed to have the necessary skills needed for self-directed online learning. However, studies have shown that the low retention and success rates in online learning could be attributed to individual students experiencing a sense of isolation in a community of online students. Providing various non-academic support is as crucial for ensuring success as academic support services. More importantly, the support should acknowledge and address the unique set of skills, experiences, and expectations of the individual student in the community of online learners. This study aimed to ascertain whether professional and administrative student support that focused on the individual needs of the post-graduate student promotes retention and success in online studies. A qualitative case study at a business school at a South African higher education institution evaluated the professional and administrative support types, range and timing in promoting success in online post-graduate studies. This included the content analysis of key documents such as the self-evaluation report and the survey report on evaluation, impact and lifelong learning of a post-graduate qualification, followed by a focus-group session to ascertain staff perceptions of the professional and administrative services and resources in promoting success in online post-graduate studies. Using Simpson's Proactive Motivational Support model (PaMS) as a lens, the study revealed a lack of motivational aspects of student support for online post-graduate students. Furthermore, the results affirmed the presumption of post-graduate students as a homogenous group prepared to succeed in online learning communities. Moreover, that limited provision was made to support online postgraduate students from remote areas and for those with disabilities. The study concludes that a more personalised approach to student support will motivate post-graduate students to become successful self-directed students in a community of online learners. Moreover, a focused school, college and institutional approach and an integrated inter- and intra-institutional collaboration are needed to enhance self-directed learning, foster a sense of belonging, and promote success in online post-graduate studies.

Resumo A educação é fundamental na aprendizagem das competências necessárias para o desenvolvimento social, econômico e cultural de qualquer nação. A Agenda 2030 declara no ODS 4: "Assegurar uma educação inclusiva e equitativa de qualidade e promover oportunidades de aprendizagem ao longo da vida para todos" (UNESCO, 2018). A aprendizagem contínua é entendida como aprendizagem permanente na vida e isso implica melhorar os processos de transição entre os níveis educacionais, desde a educação primária até a educação superior e o mercado de trabalho, gerando, assim, processos de articulação. Na Colômbia, a articulação do ensino médio com o ensino superior foi definida desde a Lei Geral de Educação de 1994. No entanto, um dos maiores desafios dessa transição é a articulação entre a universidade pública e o setor produtivo, o que requer políticas claras do Ministério da Educação Nacional, articulação com o mercado de trabalho e oportunidades de capacitação técnica e tecnológica.

Resumen La educación es fundamental en el aprendizaje de competencias necesarias para el desarrollo social, económico y cultural de toda nación. La Agenda 2030 establece en el ODS 4, “Garantizar una educación inclusiva y equitativa de calidad y promover oportunidades de aprendizaje permanente para todos” (UNESCO, 2018). Aprendizaje permanente se entiende a lo largo de toda la vida e implica mejorar los procesos de transición entre los niveles educativos, desde la enseñanza primaria hasta la educación superior y el mercado laboral. En Colombia, la articulación de la educación media con la educación superior está definida desde la Ley General de Educación de 1994. Sin embargo, uno de los mayores retos en esta transición es la articulación universidad estado y sector productivo, ya que se hacen necesarias políticas claras del Ministerio de Educación Nacional, articulación con el mercado laboral y oportunidades para la formación técnica y tecnológica.

Abstract Education is fundamental in learning the necessary skills for the social, economic and cultural development of every nation. The 2030 Agenda establishes in SDG 4, "Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education, and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all" (UNESCO, 2018). Lifelong learning is understood throughout life, and this implies improving the transition processes between educational levels, from primary education to higher education and the labor market, thus generating articulation processes. In Colombia, the articulation of secondary education with higher education has been defined since the General Education Law of 1994. However, one of the biggest challenges in this transition is the articulation of the state university and the productive sector. Clear policies of the Ministry of National Education are necessary, articulation with the labor market and opportunities for technical and technological training.

RESUMEN El propósito del estudio es fundamentar los factores, tecnologías y herramientas digitales clave que son fundamentales en la formación del personal docente, sustentando la evolución continua de la formación docente en la era digital. La investigación emplea un enfoque multidimensional, basándose en una metodología sistémica y basada en actividades para analizar la investigación educativa reciente. Además, el estudio explora la globalización de la educación, reconociendo el impacto de la tecnología moderna en las prácticas pedagógicas. La investigación revela un cambio fundamental en la formación docente hacia la educación continua. En particular, los programas educativos abarcan un amplio espectro de especialidades dentro de la educación y las ciencias pedagógicas. Además, el estudio identifica los objetivos fundamentales de la formación docente profesional moderna, incluida la mejora de la calidad de la educación de los estudiantes, la garantía de la continuidad en la formación del personal, la adaptación de los planes de estudio a los nuevos estándares educativos profesionales, la prestación de experiencia docente práctica y el fomento del aprendizaje permanente. Una revelación central es el surgimiento de la didáctica digital como una disciplina distinta dentro de la pedagogía, específicamente enfocada en organizar el proceso de aprendizaje en la sociedad digital actual.

ABSTRACT The study's purpose is to substantiate the key factors, technologies, and digital tools that are instrumental in the training of teaching staff, underpinning the continuous evolution of teacher education in the digital era. The research employs a multidimensional approach, drawing on systemic and activity-based methodology to analyze recent educational research. Additionally, the study explores the globalization of education, recognizing the impact of modern technology on pedagogical practices. The investigation reveals a pivotal shift in teacher training towards continuous education. Notably, educational programs encompass a broad spectrum of specialties within education and pedagogical sciences. Furthermore, the study identifies the fundamental objectives of modern professional teacher training, including enhancing the quality of student education, ensuring continuity in personnel training, adapting curricula to new professional educational standards, providing practical teaching experience, and fostering lifelong learning. A central revelation is the emergence of digital didactics as a distinct discipline within pedagogy, specifically focused on organizing the learning process in today's digital society.

Abstract The objective of the article is to analyze how working subjects are directed toward adaptation and renewal through lifelong learning. The empirical material consists of articles from the newspaper Valor Econômico and four interviews. The analysis presents three mechanisms: directing the subjects to a permanent search for updates; the need for endless adaptations; and directing the subjects to an unrestrained competition and individualization. The final considerations point out that, for being at war with themselves and with others, these subjects feel that they need, somehow, to be always after a new ability that will give them some differential and produce workability. learning interviews mechanisms updates adaptations individualization others somehow workability

Resumo O objetivo deste artigo é analisar como os sujeitos trabalhadores são direcionados para a adaptação e renovação por meio da aprendizagem ao longo da vida. A empiria é constituída por matérias do jornal Valor Econômico e quatro entrevistas. Já a análise apresenta três mecanismos: direcionamento dos sujeitos para uma busca permanente por atualizações; necessidade de adaptações intermináveis; e encaminhamento dos sujeitos para uma competição e individualização desenfreada. As considerações finais apontam que, por estarem em guerra consigo mesmos e com os outros, tais sujeitos sentem que precisam, de alguma forma, estar sempre atrás de uma nova habilidade que lhes proporcione algum diferencial e produza trabalhabilidade. vida entrevistas mecanismos atualizações intermináveis desenfreada outros precisam forma trabalhabilidade

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo é avaliar objetivamente os modelos de Educação baseados em competências e fornecer orientação sobre a concepção de percursos de aprendizagem personalizados, mas equilibrados, que promovam a adaptabilidade, a aprendizagem ao longo da vida e o desenvolvimento holístico. O estudo analisa abordagens comparativas para mapear competências para categorias profissionais mais amplas e tópicos emergentes para mitigar riscos potenciais de quadros de competências restritos, como obsolescência e baixa transferibilidade. A metodologia deste trabalho baseia-se numa combinação de análise qualitativa de aspectos problemáticos da formação de uma trajetória individual de Educação moderna, com um estudo analítico das perspectivas de implementação de uma estratégia orientada para as competências para a resolução prática de todas as questões levantadas no objeto declarado de investigação científica. Os principais resultados deste estudo devem ser considerados como a criação de um modelo teórico do percurso de aprendizagem personalizado baseado na abordagem por competências, bem como a definição teórica das condições para a criação da estrutura da trajetória individual de Educação baseada na abordagem por competências. personalizados equilibrados adaptabilidade holístico restritos transferibilidade baseiase baseia se moderna científica

Resumen El objetivo de este estudio es evaluar objetivamente los modelos educativos basados en competencias y proporcionar orientación sobre el diseño de vías de aprendizaje personalizadas pero equilibradas que fomenten la adaptabilidad, el aprendizaje permanente y el desarrollo holístico. El estudio analiza enfoques comparativos para mapear competencias en categorías ocupacionales más amplias y temas emergentes para mitigar los riesgos potenciales de marcos de competencias estrechos, como la obsolescencia y la baja transferibilidad. La metodología de este trabajo se basa en una combinación de análisis cualitativo de los aspectos problemáticos de la formación de una trayectoria individual de la Educación moderna, con un estudio analítico de las perspectivas de aplicación de una estrategia orientada a la competencia para la resolución práctica de todas las cuestiones planteadas en el tema declarado de la investigación científica. Los principales resultados de este estudio deben considerarse la creación de un modelo teórico de la trayectoria de aprendizaje personalizado basado en el enfoque por competencias, así como la definición teórica de las condiciones para crear la estructura de la trayectoria individual de Educación basada en el enfoque por competencias. adaptabilidad holístico estrechos transferibilidad moderna científica

Abstract The aim of this study is to evaluate competency-based Education models objectively and provide guidance on designing personalized yet balanced learning pathways that foster adaptability, lifelong learning, and holistic development. The study analyses comparative approaches for mapping competencies to broader occupational categories and emerging topics to mitigate potential risks of narrow competency frameworks such as obsolescence and low transferability. The methodology of this paper is based on a combination of qualitative analysis of problematic aspects of the formation of an individual trajectory of modern Education, with an analytical study of the prospects for the implementation of a competence-oriented strategy to the practical resolution of all issues raised in the declared subject of scientific research. The primary results of this study should be considered the creation of a theoretical model of the personalised learning pathway based on the competence approach, as well as the theoretical definition of the conditions for creating the structure of the individual trajectory of Education based on the competence approach. competencybased adaptability development transferability competenceoriented oriented research approach

ABSTRACT Active aging is based on four pillars: health, safety, participation, and lifelong learning. These pillars help individuals improve their quality of life throughout the aging process. Objective: To analyze the effectiveness of the Active Aging Program; identify the sociodemographic profile of the participants; identify prevalent diseases in the initial evaluation; and assess the results of the program after one year of follow-up. Methods: This is a quantitative, cross-sectional, exploratory, desk research, and descriptive study. Data from 545 employees of University of São Paulo participating in the Active Aging Program of the University Teaching Hospital of the University of São Paulo (HU-USP) between 2015 and 2018 were analyzed using the Minitab Program. For data analysis, Pearson's chi-square test was used to determine the association between Groups A and B. For continuous measures, the paired t-test was used to verify differences in means, adopting a 95% confidence interval and significance level of 0.05. Results: Statistically significant correlations were found when crossing sex with smoking; sex with triglycerides; age with risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, being the age group 40–59 statistically more significant; physical activity with risk factors for cardiovascular diseases; and body mass index at program entry with the one-year result. Conclusion: The study expanded knowledge about risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and provided important information for the continuity of the program. health safety participation learning process Objective participants evaluation followup. followup follow up. up follow-up Methods quantitative crosssectional, crosssectional cross sectional, sectional cross-sectional exploratory research 54 HUUSP HU USP (HU-USP 201 analysis Pearsons Pearson s chisquare chi square B measures ttest t means 95 005 0 05 0.05 Results smoking triglycerides 4059 40 59 40–5 oneyear result Conclusion 5 20 9 00 0.0 405 4 40– 2 0.

RESUMO O envelhecimento ativo se apoia em quatro pilares: saúde, segurança, participação e aprendizagem ao longo da vida. Esses pilares auxiliam os indivíduos na qualidade de vida ao longo do processo de envelhecimento. Objetivo: Analisar a efetividade do Programa Envelhecimento Ativo; identificar o perfil sociodemográfico dos participantes; identificar patologias predominantes na avaliação inicial; e verificar os resultados do programa após um ano de acompanhamento. Métodos: Trata-se de pesquisa quantitativa, de caráter transversal, exploratória, documentária e descritiva. Foram analisados os dados de 545 funcionários da Universidade de São Paulo que participaram do Programa do Envelhecimento Ativo do Hospital Universitário da Universidade de São Paulo (HU-USP) no período de 2015 a 2018. Os dados foram analisados pelo Programa Minitab. Na análise de dados, usou-se o Qui-quadrado para testar a associação entre os grupos. Já para medida contínua, utilizou-se o Teste T Pareado, para verificar se as médias eram diferentes. Nas análises, foi usado um período de confiabilidade de 95% e nível de relevância de 0,05. Resultados: Foram encontradas correlações estatisticamente expressivas no cruzamento de sexo com tabagismo; sexo com triglicérides; idade com fatores de risco para doenças cardiovasculares sendo que a faixa etária de 40–59 foi estatisticamente mais significativa; atividade física com prevalência de fatores de riscos para doenças cardiovasculares; e índice de massa corpórea inicial com o resultado após um ano. Conclusão: A pesquisa ampliou o conhecimento a respeito dos fatores de risco para doenças cardiovasculares e forneceu informações importantes para a continuidade do programa. saúde segurança Objetivo participantes acompanhamento Métodos Tratase Trata quantitativa transversal exploratória descritiva 54 HUUSP HU USP (HU-USP 201 2018 Minitab usouse usou Quiquadrado Qui quadrado grupos contínua utilizouse utilizou Pareado diferentes análises 95 005 0 05 0,05 Resultados tabagismo triglicérides 4059 40 59 40–5 significativa Conclusão 5 20 9 00 0,0 405 4 40– 2 0,

This article contains suggestions to the Faculties of Theology in South Africa about an alternative way and direction to educate their students in this metamodern era. Because any learning in a specific profession implies lifelong and lifewide learning, the suggestion also includes the alumni of the faculties. This is all about rhizomatic learning, which involves both the educators and their students in an interactive and student-centred relationship where both parties act on an equal basis when deciding on the content and direction of the learning process for a specific year. It also involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and large language models such as ChatGPT. This is therefore an appeal to the educators of the Faculties of Theology in South Africa to become highly empowered resourceful online educators (HEROEs), also called recently minded educators (with no age restriction), taking a fresh look at the way in which they are currently teaching their 21st-century students and to maybe reconsider it in light of this article. INTRADISCIPLINARY AND/OR INTERDISCIPLINARY IMPLICATIONS: Good contemporary theological education would mostly result in good Theology students and good pastors. This article suggests an alternative way to teach our students in the current metamodern era. Rhizomatic learning fits into the technological era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, as well as Education 4.0, Learning 3.0 and the posthuman era

In community music and music education, there is a notable resurgence in the commitment to advance social justice. This focus underscores the importance of making music accessible to all and, thus, ensuring inclusivity. Community musicians and music educationists are encouraged not only to contemplate but to support social justice causes actively and to integrate these principles into music education curricula. Unfortunately, many learners and students have been excluded from praxial music making opportunities because of historical neglect and unfair practices. Musicking is a practical, human action, central to Community Music and Music Education, and gravitates towards community (Small, 1998). The argument stands that musicking can therefore be a practical vehicle for community musicians and music educators through which social justice principles can be advanced. Underpinned by Elliot's (1995) praxial theory, Freire's (2000) critical theory, and Ebersöhn's (2012) flocking theory, in this qualitative study we used narrative inquiry to explore social justice in musicking through the lived stories of 18 musicians, from South Africa, Uganda, and Israel, who were involved in Community Music projects. We describe how community musicians have upheld inclusion, accessibility, lifelong learning, and transformation in musicking as fundamental principles in the fight for social justice.

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) epidemic had created mayhem world over in the year 2020 and confirmed the need and urgency of equipping religious leaders with disaster risk management (DRM) knowledge and skills. Religious leaders are often expected to be among the first responders when disasters strike. This is especially the case in Africa where faith communities often have greater reach among the populace than the state itself. Using multifaceted methodology and purposive sampling interview analysis, this article shows that the responses of religious leaders in Africa, Zimbabwe in particular, to COVID-19 highlighted the urgency of adopting a more focussed and deliberate approach towards equipping religious leaders with DRM knowledge and skills. It further demonstrates that in some areas religious leaders responded effectively (communicating the right message, impact mitigation activities, etc.), in most other areas, they were as unprepared and in a state of paralysis as the rest of the populace. It would however, be grossly unfair to critique their response since most of them have never been exposed to the basic tenets of DRM, either in their formation or as part of life-long learning. CONTRIBUTION: The article concludes by suggesting mainstreaming tragedy hazard reducing in the curricula of religious institutions for stoppage, mitigation and actual answer to current and future tragedies within communities.

BACKGROUND: Self-directed simulation learning (SSL) is a globally accepted teaching and learning strategy wherein student nurses take the initiative in diagnosing their learning needs, formulate learning goals, identify resources for learning, and implement relevant strategies in response to their learning needs. This autonomous learning strategy will assist student nurses in taking ownership of their learning. Consequently, student nurses exit the training programme to become lifelong learners, safe and competent professional nurses. OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to explore and describe the experiences of student nurses' utilisation of SSL at a University in Gauteng and to make recommendation(s) to enhance the use of SSL. METHOD: A qualitative, exploratory, descriptive, and contextual research design was used to uncover the student nurses' experiences with the use of SSL at a University. Nineteen participants were purposively sampled. Data collection was conducted through focus group interviews. Tesch's method of data analysis was used to analyse, organise and interpret data. RESULTS: Theme: student nurses experience time constraints, which hinder their utilisation of SSL. Subthemes: (1) a compacted academic timetable, and (2) limited access to the clinical simulation laboratory for self-directed learning. CONCLUSION: Time constraints hinder the utilisation of SSL, and this challenge threatens the acquisition of clinical skills and knowledge during the training of student nurses. CONTRIBUTION: Evidence-based recommendations to enhance the utilisation of SSL at a University.