Résumé Cet article propose em indicateur qui décrit, pour chaque municipalité brésilienne, son niveau et ses inégalités d’apprentissage. Cet indicateur est nécessaire car les inégalités d’apprentissage augmentent et ne sont pourtant pas observées par l’indicateur éducatif principal du pays, l’Indice de Développement de l’Éducation de Base (IDEB). L’étude onstatelize initialement la justice em éducation et se situe dans le débat sur les théories de la justice distributive. Ensuite, on onstate les aspects méthodologiques de l’indicateur et les résultats obtenus. La principale constatation est que les matières et les séries scolaires où l’on a onstat le plus grand nombre de municipalités augmentant leur niveau d’apprentissage sont également celles où l’on a onstate une forte augmentation des inégalités. décrit brésilienne dapprentissage. dapprentissage d apprentissage. apprentissage lindicateur l pays lIndice Indice lÉducation Éducation IDEB. IDEB . (IDEB) Létude L étude distributive Ensuite obtenus lon (IDEB

Resumen Este artículo propone un indicador que describe, para cada municipio brasilero, el nivel y las desigualdades de aprendizaje y sus diferencias. Ese indicador es necesario porque las desigualdades de aprendizaje son crecientes y, no obstante, no son observadas por el principal indicador educativo del país, el Índice de Desarrollo de la Educación Básica (IDEB). El estudio inicialmente conceptualiza la justicia en educación, situándose en el debate sobre teorías de justicia distributiva. Después, presenta los aspectos metodológicos del indicador y los resultados obtenidos. La principal constatación es que las disciplinas y grados escolares en que se verificó un mayor número de municipios con aumento de su nivel de aprendizaje son también en los que se verificó un fuerte aumento de las desigualdades. describe brasilero diferencias obstante país IDEB. IDEB . (IDEB) educación distributiva Después obtenidos (IDEB

Abstract This article proposes an indicator that describes each Brazilian municipality’s learning level of its elementary school students, as well as learning inequalities among groups of students defined by socioeconomic status, race, and sex. This indicator is necessary because learning inequalities are growing and are not observed by the country’s main educational indicator, the Basic Education Development Index (IDEB). This study initially conceptualizes justice in education, positioning itself in the debate on theories of justice. Then, it presents the methodological aspects of the indicator and the results obtained. The main finding is that the subjects and school grades in which the highest number of municipalities increased their learning levels are also those in which there was a strong increase in inequalities. municipalitys municipality s status race sex countrys country IDEB. IDEB . (IDEB) education Then obtained (IDEB

Resumo Este artigo propõe um indicador que descreve, para cada município brasileiro, o nível de aprendizagem de seus estudantes do ensino fundamental e as desigualdades de aprendizagem entre grupos de estudantes definidos por nível socioeconômico, raça e sexo. Esse indicador é necessário porque as desigualdades de aprendizagem são crescentes e, contudo, não são observadas pelo principal indicador educacional do país, o Índice de Desenvolvimento da Educação Básica (IDEB). O estudo inicialmente conceitualiza justiça em educação, situando-se no debate sobre teorias de justiça distributiva. Em seguida, apresenta os aspectos metodológicos do indicador e os resultados obtidos. A principal constatação é que as disciplinas e séries escolares nas quais se verificou o maior número de municípios aumentando o seu nível de aprendizagem são também aquelas em que se verificou forte aumento das desigualdades. descreve brasileiro socioeconômico sexo contudo país IDEB. IDEB . (IDEB) educação situandose situando distributiva seguida obtidos (IDEB

Abstract: Since the 1960s, a vast array of studies has questioned the ability of schools to equalize learning levels among students from different social backgrounds. Despite various programs and policies aimed at reducing these disparities, research in diverse contexts has repeatedly found that not only do these differences persist, but they are also reproduced within the school system. This article approaches the issue from a slightly different perspective: its objective is to identify practices and attitudes of students and teachers that are associated with differences in school performance among students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds in Brazil and Argentina. The focus is not on understanding the mechanisms that perpetuate differences between social strata, but rather on identifying those that lead to higher relative achievements among students with fewer resources. A comparative analysis of the 2018 PISA test results was conducted using multivariate statistical models. This analysis revealed that certain factors, such as teacher empathy, student motivation and perseverance, and study methods, are associated with academic performance. However, it also showed that the strength of these associations varies depending on the context. These findings contribute to the design of educational policies aimed at improving performance in disadvantaged groups by highlighting conditions that may foster better outcomes, while also cautioning against uncritically extrapolating results across different contexts

Resumen: Desde la década de 1960 en adelante una extensa serie de estudios ha puesto en duda la capacidad de la escuela para igualar los niveles de aprendizaje entre estudiantes de distinto origen social. Pese a la diversidad de programas y políticas que han buscado igualar las diferencias, distintas investigaciones en diversos contextos han encontrado una y otra vez que las diferencias no solo persisten, sino que se reproducen en la escuela. En este artículo se aborda el problema desde una óptica ligeramente diferente: su objetivo es identificar prácticas y actitudes de estudiantes y docentes asociadas a las diferencias de desempeño escolar entre estudiantes de menor nivel económico social en Brasil y Argentina. No se busca comprender los mecanismos que reproducen las diferencias entre estratos, sino aquellos que generan mayores logros relativos en los estudiantes con menos recursos. Se realizó para ello un análisis comparativo de los resultados de las pruebas PISA del 2018 mediante modelos estadísticos multivariados. Este análisis mostró que ciertos factores, como la empatía docente, la motivación y perseverancia estudiantil o las modalidades de estudio se asocian al desempeño. Pero también evidenció que la magnitud de la asociación varía con el contexto. Estos resultados aportan al diseño de políticas educativas que procuren incrementar el desempeño en estratos desfavorecidos, al indicar algunas condiciones que pueden favorecerlo, pero advirtiendo también sobre las dificultades de extrapolar resultados entre contextos de manera acrítica

Resumo: Desde a década de 1960, uma série de pesquisas tem questionado a capacidade das escolas para igualar os níveis de aprendizagem entre alunos de diferentes origens sociais. Apesar da diversidade de programas e políticas que buscaram equalizar as diferenças, pesquisas em diversos contextos constataram repetidamente que as diferenças não apenas persistem, mas são reproduzidas nas escolas. Este artigo aborda o problema de uma perspectiva um pouco diferente: seu objetivo é identificar práticas e atitudes de estudantes e docentes associadas a diferenças no desempenho escolar entre estudantes de condição social e econômica mais baixa no Brasil e na Argentina. O objetivo não é entender os mecanismos que reproduzem as diferenças entre os estratos, mas sim aqueles que geram maior desempenho relativo entre os estudantes com menos recursos. Para isso, foi realizada uma análise comparativa dos resultados do teste PISA de 2018 por meio de modelos estatísticos multivariados. Essa análise mostrou que determinados fatores, como a empatia docente, a motivação e perseverança estudantil ou as modalidades de estudo, estão associados ao desempenho. Mas também mostrou que a magnitude da associação varia de acordo com o contexto. Esses resultados contribuem para a elaboração de políticas educacionais que buscam aumentar o desempenho em estratos desfavorecidos, indicando algumas condições que podem favorecê-lo, mas também alertando sobre as dificuldades de extrapolar resultados entre contextos de forma acrítica

INTRODUCTION: The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a global crisis in higher education, where students were required to transition to emergency remote teaching (ERT). This study explored students' experiences of online assessments and feedback during the pandemic to inform future practice. METHODOLOGY: This study utilised a descriptive cross-sectional quantitative design with purposeful sampling to describe student's experiences of online assessments. Data were collected from occupational therapy students in 2022. The Assessment Experiences Questionnaire was sent to all eligible participants (n=166). Data were analysed using SPSS version 28. RESULTS: Students reported that 'tackling' assignments made them apply their learning more deeply (79.75%; n=63). More than half of the students learned more from doing assignments than studying course material (61.25%; n=49). Majority of students felt they did not receive timely feedback through online assessments (67.5%, n=54)( which impacted their learning. More than half of the students use feedback in preparation for assignments (56.25%; n=45), hence timely and quality feedback is needed. CONCLUSION: Occupational therapy students had a positive experience of online assessments; however, the transition was challenging. It is recommended for lecturers to consider the challenges of online assessments, the number of assessments and timely feedback for an effective online learning process. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE • For online learning to be effective, relevant and timely access to resources and support systems are required. These include internet access, resources like laptops and smartphones which facilitate engagement with remote learning. • The provision of institutional and academic support can positively influence students' experiences of online learning. • Timing and quality of feedback is essential to the online learning experience. Delayed feedback can negatively impact learning, emphasising the importance of timely feedback to aid student growth and improved learning outcomes. • Students' experiences and perceptions of how they receive feedback change over time. Thus, personalised feedback focusing on improvement rather than comparison to peers should be emphasised in the learning environments to which they are exposed. • The importance of effective time management in students is emphasised for online learning and students need to be equipped with these skills for this mode of learning.

ABSTRACT Educational changes present a challenge for teachers in terms of how to effectively teach and enhance student performance. Surgery demands manual dexterity that reflects critical thinking and the ability to make efficient decisions quickly in complex situations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a tool that can enhance the performance of both undergraduate and graduate students and improve clinical outcomes. The role of traditional teaching and the future of surgical education need to be addressed.

RESUMEN Los cambios en la educación desafían a los profesores sobre cómo enseñar de la mejor manera y mejorar el desempeño de sus estudiantes. En el caso de la cirugía es necesario adquirir habilidades manuales que reflejen el pensamiento crítico y la capacidad de tomar decisiones en situaciones complejas, de manera rápida y eficaz. Así, la inteligencia artificial (IA) es una nueva herramienta que puede mejorar el desempeño de los estudiantes de grado y posgrado, así como repercutir en mejores desenlaces clínicos. El papel que debe desempeñar la enseñanza tradicional y el futuro de la enseñanza quirúrgica son cuestiones para resolver.

It is human nature to see the world as imperfect, because people strive towards improving existing and designing new systems. The education system is one such system which is regarded as being a challenge in South Africa, since it affects the quality of education received by every young South African. The serious nature of dysfunctionality could be attributed to the lack of competent leadership in schools. Learners' education and examination results are being impaired by inadequate teaching, dysfunctional school management, inefficient procedures and poor resources, which foster low educational standards. Leadership practices make a significant contribution to the desired outcomes of a school. Department heads are responsible for educational leadership; however, as they rarely receive leadership training, it is impossible for them to acquire the knowledge and skills to prepare them for their task as educational leaders. There is a dire need for educational leaders who could run a school professionally. The principal and staff should be professional leaders and managers capable of establishing a culture of learning and effectiveness. The purpose of this study was to establish if department heads have the required knowledge and skills to prepare them for their leadership and management role in a secondary school, how they see their competence in this regard, to identify the gaps regarding their preparation as effective educational leaders, and to submit proposals for improving the preparation of department heads for their leadership role. The research methodology was based on quantitative research strategies whereby the research question could accordingly be answered by means of a once-off cross-sectional survey obtained from a random cluster sampling of secondary schools in a district with approximately 70 schools in the Free State province. Self-designed questionnaires, which had to be completed by all the department heads at the schools, were used. A total of 186 department heads participated in the investigation. Ethical approval to conduct the research was obtained from the North-West University. Descriptive statistics and exploratory factor analysis were used to identify latent variables. Cronbach's alpha coefficient was used to determine the reliability of the variables involved. Hierarchical linear models were used to determine relationships among variables. The results showed that the heads of department view training and development as important, but they also indicated that they did not receive management training before their appointment in their position. Finally, suggestions are provided for improving the preparation of department heads.

Alle bestaande stelsels, waaronder onderwysstelsels, verander voortdurend. Die onderwys-stelsel is een van die stelsels in Suid-Afrika wat as 'n uitdaging gesien word, omdat dit die gehalte van onderrig beïnvloed. Die ernstige aard van disfunksionaliteit kan toegeskryf word aan die gebrek aan bevoegde leierskap in skole. Leerders se opvoeding en eksamenuitslae word benadeel deur swak onderrig, disfunksionele skoolbestuur, ondoeltreffende prosedures en swak hulpbronne, wat lae onderwysstandaarde tot gevolg het. Leierskapspraktyke lewer 'n groot bydrae tot die gewenste uitkomste van 'n skool. Departementshoofde is verantwoordelik vir onderrigleierskap, maar aangesien hulle selde leierskapsopleiding ontvang, is dit vir hulle onmoontlik om kennis en vaardighede op te doen om hulle voor te berei vir hulle taak as onderrigleiers. Daar is 'n ernstige behoefte aan onderrigleiers wat 'n skool professioneel kan bestuur. Die skoolhoof en personeel moet professionele leiers en bestuurders wees, sodat 'n kultuur van leer en effektiwiteit geskep kan word. Die doel van hierdie ondersoek was om te bepaal of departementshoofde oor die nodige kennis en vaardighede beskik om die leierskap- en bestuursrol in 'n sekondêre skool te vervul, hoe departementshoofde hulle bevoegdheid in hierdie verband sien, wat die leemtes ten opsigte van die voorbereiding van departementshoofde vir hulle taak/rol as effektiewe onderrigleiers is, en om voorstelle ter verbetering van die voorbereiding van departementshoofde vir hul leierskapsrol te maak. Die navorsingsmetodologie is gebaseer op kwantitatiewe navorsingstrategieë waarvolgens die navorsingsvraag beantwoord kon word deur middel van 'n eenmalige dwarsdeursnitopname wat verkry is met behulp van ewekansige trossteekproefneming by sekondêre skole in 'n distrik in die Vrystaat. Daar is gebruik gemaak van selfontwerpte vraelyste wat deur al die departementshoofde van die betrokke skole voltooi moes word. 'n Totaal van 186 departements-hoofde het aan die ondersoek deelgeneem. Etiese goedkeuring om die studie te onderneem is van die Noordwes-Universiteit verkry. Beskrywende statistiek (frekwensies, persentasies, gemiddeldes en standaardafwykings) en eksploratiewe faktorontleding is gebruik om onderliggende latente veranderlikes te identifiseer. Cronbach se alfa-koëffisiënt is gebruik om die betroubaarheid van betrokke veranderlikes te bepaal. Hiërargiese lineêre modelle is gebruik om verbande met biografiese en demografiese veranderlikes te bepaal. In hierdie studie is bevind dat daar 'n duidelike verband tussen onderrig en leierskap is en dat die meeste van die departementshoofde kwaliteitonderrig belangrik ag en as 'n prioriteit in hul departemente sien. Die departementshoofde in hierdie studie is ook van mening dat die leiding van skoolbestuurspanne die kwaliteit van onderrig in die departement beïnvloed. Departementshoofde vir wie onderrig, leierskap en leerderprestasie belangrik is, heg ook hoë waarde aan opleiding en voorbereiding. In hierdie studie is ook bevind dat departementshoofde oor die algemeen nie bestuursopleiding ontvang het voor hul aanstelling in dié posisie nie. Sommige van die departementshoofde kon staatmaak op die kennis wat hulle opgedoen het tydens hul kollege- of universiteitsopleiding, wat hulle voorberei het vir hulle taak. 'n Klein aantal van die departementshoofde was oortuig dat hul voordiensopleiding nie van waarde was nie en dat hulle nie voorbereid was vir hul rol as beginnerdepartementshoofde nie.

The use of YouTube videos in learning English language has produced disruptive or alternative innovations for students learning anywhere in the world. YouTube English language learning videos have been dominated by content-driven and outcomes-driven curriculum approaches at the expense of a self-driven approach. The purpose of this study was to explore the YouTube video approaches used by students in the learning of English language in higher education in selected African countries. The study also sought to establish why students use YouTube approaches in learning English language in particular ways. Undergirded by the pragmatic paradigm and the mixed method approach, the study employed the use of the natural identity framework (NIF). A participatory action research with one-on-one semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, document reviews and YouTube reviews/observations were applied in collecting data from 20 purposively and snowball sampled participants (English language students) to be thematically analysed for this study. The findings indicate that the dominance of these two approaches has produced tension between them that needs to be addressed by a self-driven approach which is capable of creating a space for self-reflection before learning processes take place. It is for this tension that this study explores YouTube video approaches used in the learning of English language in higher education in Africa post the COVID-19 pandemic. A self-driven approach concentrates on actions, beliefs behind the actions, and their outcomes of using YouTube videos. This study therefore recommends the application of a self-driven approach and awareness of natural forces/laws that promote natural actions, thus addressing personal, and natural needs.

Abstract: The aim of the following research is to report the results of the widespread application of the Eureka test to achieve its standardization in Chile. This test offers a psychopedagogical tool for the early diagnosis of specific learning difficulties (SLD), considering, on one hand, the Chilean national curriculum, and on the other, the cognitive skills necessary to achieve successful learning outcomes. Within this framework, a quantitative analysis was conducted on 2138 language test renditions and 2254 math test renditions given to students from 1st to 8th grade. In the current scenario, there is a noticeable absence of a contextualized assessment for Chilean students, and even at the Latin American level. The research results show that the Eureka test is an instrument that can diagnose SLD in students from first to eighth grade and assists in establishing intervention strategies that enhance teaching practices, tailored according to the results obtained.

Resumen: El objetivo de la siguiente investigación es dar cuenta de los resultados de la aplicación masiva de la prueba Eureka para lograr su estandarización en Chile. Esta prueba permite contar con un instrumento psicopedagógico para el diagnóstico temprano de Dificultades Específicas del Aprendizaje (DEA) considerando, por un lado, el currículum nacional chileno y por otro, las habilidades cognitivas necesarias para alcanzar niveles de aprendizaje exitosos. En este marco, se realizó un análisis cuantitativo de la aplicación de las 2138 rendiciones de la prueba de lenguaje y a 2254 rendiciones de la prueba de matemáticas a estudiantes desde primero hasta octavo básico. En el escenario actual se detecta la carencia de una evaluación contextualizada para los estudiantes chilenos e incluso a nivel latinoamericano. Los resultados de la investigación arrojan que la prueba Eureka es un instrumento que permite diagnosticar DEA en estudiantes de primero a octavo básico y ayuda a establecer estrategias de intervención que mejoran la práctica docente dirigidas de manera personalizada de acuerdo con los resultados obtenidos.

Resumo: O objetivo da seguinte pesquisa é relatar os resultados da aplicação massiva do teste Eureka para alcançar sua padronização no Chile. Este teste permite-nos ter um instrumento psicopedagógico para o diagnóstico precoce de Dificuldades Específicas de Aprendizagem (DET) considerando, por um lado, o currículo nacional chileno e, por outro, as competências cognitivas necessárias para alcançar níveis de aprendizagem bem sucedidos. Neste contexto, foi realizada uma análise quantitativa da aplicação dos 2.138 desempenhos da prova de linguagem e dos 2.254 desempenhos da prova de matemática a alunos do primeiro ao oitavo ano. No cenário atual, detecta-se a falta de uma avaliação contextualizada para os estudantes chilenos e mesmo em nível latino-americano. Os resultados da pesquisa mostram que o teste Eureka é um instrumento que permite diagnosticar DEA em alunos do primeiro ao oitavo ano e ajuda a estabelecer estratégias de intervenção que melhorem a prática docente direcionada de forma personalizada de acordo com os resultados obtidos.

RESUMEN El objetivo de este trabajo es describir cuatro géneros discursivos empleados en actividades de literacidad académica (lectura y escritura) en una universidad del centro-sur de Chile. El ensayo considera las directrices metodológicas de Giovanni Parodi y colegas en el establecimiento de un microcorpus. Se concluye que los cuatro géneros constituyen prácticas epistémicas que favorecen el desarrollo de habilidades lingüísticas y la posibilidad de insertarse en las comunidades especializadas. Asimismo, que dos elementos clave para la utilización de géneros es su vínculo con los resultados de aprendizajes del currículum y las oportunidades para la articulación con otras asignaturas.

ABSTRACT The aim of this paper is to describe four discursive genres used in academic literacy activities (reading and writing) in a university in south-central Chile. The essay considers the methodological guidelines of Giovanni Parodi and colleagues in the establishment of a microcorpus. It is concluded that the four genres constitute epistemic practices that favor the development of linguistic skills and the possibility of insertion in specialized communities. Likewise, two key elements for the use of genres are their link with the learning outcomes of the curriculum and the opportunities for articulation with other subjects.

Abstract This article aims to examine the effectiveness of Flipped Learning (FL) as a methodology for teaching English subjects to seventh-grade students. The study suggests that FL fosters an active and engaging learning environment by encouraging students to take control of their learning process. While the teacher remains the primary facilitator, they guide students and provide continuous, hands-on assessment. Research shows that applying the FL model promotes student participation and interaction with the teacher, thus improving student engagement. The methodology section of this article describes the processes followed to collect data, starting with a bibliometric analysis to build the state of the art, followed by an experimental approach to evaluate the method. A Likert-scale survey was used to measure student perceptions and opinions, proving an effective data collection method. A quantitative approach was used to assess students’ perceptions of LF. The results reveal that FL is an effective methodology that improves student engagement, motivation, and learning outcomes. Consequently, the analysis suggests that FL is an innovative didactic approach that can improve student motivation and learning outcomes by designing and implementing innovative pedagogical strategies.

Resumen Este artículo pretende examinar la eficacia del Flipped Learning (FL) como metodología para enseñar asignaturas de inglés a alumnos de séptimo curso. El estudio sugiere que el FL fomenta un entorno de aprendizaje activo y atractivo al animar a los estudiantes a tomar el control de su proceso de aprendizaje. Mientras el profesor sigue siendo el principal facilitador, guía a los alumnos y les proporciona una evaluación continua y práctica. La investigación muestra que la aplicación del modelo FL promueve la participación de los estudiantes y la interacción con el profesor, mejorando así el compromiso de los estudiantes. La sección de metodología de este artículo describe los procesos seguidos para recopilar datos, comenzando con un análisis bibliométrico para construir el estado del arte, seguido de un enfoque experimental para evaluar el método. Se utilizó una encuesta de escala Likert para medir las percepciones y opiniones de los estudiantes, demostrando ser un método eficaz de recogida de datos. Se utilizó un enfoque cuantitativo para evaluar las percepciones de los estudiantes sobre la FL. Los resultados revelan que FL es una metodología eficaz que mejora el compromiso, la motivación y los resultados de aprendizaje de los estudiantes. En consecuencia, el análisis sugiere que FL es un enfoque didáctico innovador que puede mejorar la motivación de los estudiantes y los resultados del aprendizaje mediante el diseño y la aplicación de estrategias pedagógicas innovadoras.

BACKGROUND. The rapid uptake and pace at which digital transformation tools have impacted educational provision in health professions education (HPE) may reshape our teaching and learning practices in southern Africa. This article explores some ideas about the implementation using extended reality (XR) and artificial intelligence (AI) in HPE. OBJECTIVES. The objective of this article is to offer potential uses for implementing XR and AI in HPE in the southern African context. METHODS. This article used a desktop approach to curate some novel ideas regarding the use of XR and AI in HPE. RESULTS. The outcome of this article presents 10 novel ideas to implement XR and/or AI in the classroom, such as delivery of quality education, personalised learning and simulation and training. CONCLUSION. The use of XR and AI may improve training of students, improve patient outcomes, and ensure adequate professional development of staff in HPE.

Higher Education needs to be reimagined considering the exciting developments within virtual reality and artificial intelligence. As a new generation, Generation Alpha, better known as Gen Alpha,1 is preparing for higher education, and educators are challenged to create opportunities to meet their needs. In this study, we explore an existing paradigm, scenario planning, but within an unfamiliar context - the future of higher education. We pose the question: What are the possible future scenarios within higher education that will appeal to the Gen Alpha student and a millennial parent in a post-pandemic world? As a result, we present a scenario matrix with four learning and teaching models forecast to be successful in 2030 in higher education institutions. These four learning and teaching models are based on two axes: Social connect vs social disconnect in learning and teaching and a single career option or multiple career options as the end goal for the student. Respondents of this longitudinal study are millennial parents of Gen Alpha students. Results indicate that the three main themes that will influence the learning and teaching models of the future are learning spaces and places, glass learning, and techceptance. In line with the three themes, the three major findings were that (1) millennial parents are open to hybrid learning approaches, (2) learning on screens is important, but it should be regulated and based on set standards, and lastly (3) millennial parents are accepting technology (techceptance) as a supportive tool and learning place in higher education. Overall, there was a positive shift in perspectives on higher education regardless of the impact of the pandemic. The outcomes of the research will assist higher educational institutions to strategically align the learning and teaching offerings with the needs and resources of the future student, namely Gen Alpha.

This article explores the challenges posed by the digital revolution and its influence on the education system. Enthusiasm among digital natives for departing from traditional teaching methods in favour of digital tools to enhance higher education learning is evident. Employing document analysis, this research extracts valuable insights. The selection of published materials pertinent to migration is achieved through purposive and convenience sampling. The Technology Acceptance Model emerged as the suitable framework, highlighting that user perception of technology's user-friendliness and utility predicts their attitude towards adopting digital tools. The study's outcomes predominantly favour the facilitation of the process of learning. The effectiveness of a variety of technological tools including blogs, discussion forums, announcements and videos, which encourage engagement and enhance learning process overall, is highlighted by constructive feedback. Considering these findings, the study proposes that higher education institutions cultivate a professional migration identity by embracing platforms like Moodle. Platforms include zoom, video conferencing, TEAMS, and WhatsApp may be the first to undergo the transfer process. This strategic approach is recommended to effectively address technological hurdles, ultimately enhancing, and sustaining online teaching and learning practices.

This study delves into the dynamic interplay between GeoGebra, a prominent interactive digital tool, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) cognition, focusing on teachers. Anchored by the objective to unravel how GeoGebra influences conceptual understanding and visualisation, the research hypothesises that GeoGebra significantly influences cognitive outcomes in STEM cognition. Thus, aiming to assess the hypothesis that GeoGebra significantly influences cognitive outcomes, a Multi-Group Analysis (MGA) using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) was employed. Data was collected through a survey designed to capture the experiences and interactions of 71 teachers with GeoGebra. The significant direct pathways (Analogical Comparison Principle (ACP) and Error and Misconceptions Reflection Principle (EMR) and between Mathematical and Computational Algorithms (MCA) and Analogical Comparison Principle (ACP)) established empirical evidence to the theory that GeoGebra can facilitate conceptual understanding as well as cognitive development. Additionally, the indirect pathways with no significant effects such as Mathematical Cognition (MAS) to ACP to EMR was indicative of the fact that influence of GeoGebra operates more through direct interactions with the software as opposed to through mediated learning processes. The conclusion is that influence of GeoGebra is not uniform across all contexts, indicative of the fact that factors such as geographical location play a critical role in shaping the software's effectiveness in enhancing STEM education. In sum, while GeoGebra is a potent interactive digital tool for enhancing STEM cognition, the results call for tailored strategies in integrating digital tools like GeoGebra, by considering the specific needs of different learning context, particularly paying attention to the contrast between urban and rural educational settings.

This article presents the findings of a South African study conducted in a private Higher Education Institution. The aim of the article was to explore teaching strategies suitable for hybrid classrooms, to create an environment to integrate virtual and in-person student groups for optimal learning outcomes. A hybrid classroom requires academic staff to engage both groups in student-centred activities and therefore, this article argues that traditional teaching strategies may not be optimal in achieving integration. This exploratory study employed a practical action research design, to teaching strategies in hybrid classrooms. The data was collected by conducting class observation and two focus groups. The study used Braun and Clarke's (2006) thematic analysis for data analysis. The findings indicated that academic staff have a limited understanding regarding teaching strategies that would bridge the gap between virtual and in-person students. The study emphasised the necessity of an inquiry-based mindset in the hybrid teaching environment. The focus groups unanimously advocated for adopting an "adapted student-centred instructional approach" to address hybrid classroom challenges. This research contributes to understanding student-centred teaching strategies in hybrid classrooms. The key insight was that teacher-centred approaches by academic staff did not equally integrate virtual and in-person student participation. The study underscores the importance of lecturer training in effective student-centred teaching strategies for optimal learning in hybrid classrooms

Abstract Objective: This study aimed to investigate the limitations, barriers, and complications in the early transition from the microscopic transsphenoidal approach (MTA) to the endonasal endoscopic approach (EEA) to the skull base in our institution. Methods: Technical challenges, as well as clinical features and complications, were compared between MTA, EEA, and mixed cases during the early surgical curve. Results: The period from the early learning curve was 1 year until the EEA protocol was used routinely. A total of 34 patients registered a resection using a transsphenoidal approach. Eighteen patients underwent EEA, 11 underwent MTA, and five underwent a mixed endonasal and microscopic approach. Non-significant differences were found in endocrine outcomes between the three groups. Patients with unchanged or improved visual function were higher in the EEA group (p = 0.147). Non-significant differences were found in terms of the extent of resection (EOR) between groups (p = 0.369). Only 1 (2.9%) patient in the whole series developed a post-operative CSF leaking that resolved with medical management, belonging to the EEA group (5.5%). Conclusions: The early phase of the learning curve did not affect our series significantly in terms of the EOR, endocrine status, and visual outcomes.

Resumen Objetivo: Investigar las limitaciones, las barreras y las complicaciones en la transición del abordaje transesfenoidal microscópico (ATM) al abordaje endonasal endoscópico (AEE) para la base del cráneo en nuestra institución. Método: Se compararon las características clínicas y las complicaciones entre ATM, AEE y casos mixtos durante la curva quirúrgica temprana. Resultados: El periodo desde la curva de aprendizaje inicial fue de 1 año hasta que se utilizó el protocolo AEE de forma sistemática. Un total de 34 pacientes tuvieron una resección por vía transesfenoidal. A 18 pacientes se les realizó AEE, a 11 ATM y a 5 abordaje mixto endonasal y microscópico. Se encontraron diferencias no significativas en los resultados endocrinos entre los tres grupos. Los pacientes con función visual sin cambios o mejorada fueron más en el grupo AEE (p = 0.147). No se encontraron diferencias significativas respecto a la extensión de la resección (p = 0.369). Solo 1 (2.9%) paciente desarrolló una fístula de líquido cefalorraquídeo que se resolvió con manejo médico, perteneciente al grupo AEE (5.5%). Conclusiones: La fase inicial de la curva de aprendizaje no afectó significativamente a nuestra serie en términos de extensión de la resección, estado endocrino y resultados visuales.