International journal of social sciences

Relationship between emotional intelligence and meaningful learning in BGU students

María Fernanda Zambrano-Vélez — 2024-10-16

The research called the relationship between emotional intelligence and learning styles in educational centers. Its objective was to identify the relationship between emotional intelligence and meaningful learning in BGU students from the “Manta” Educational Unit in the province of Manabí. A quantitative, qualitative, and descriptive approach was adopted to generate information based on the results obtained during the Bar-On ICE: abbreviated NA questionnaire implementation. The following hypotheses were tested: Ha = There are important differences in significant learning between the students who show evidence of having developed emotional intelligence and those who have not. Ho = There are no important differences in significant learning between the students who show evidence of having developed emotional intelligence and those who have not.

Developing the faculty team in agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture through a competency-based approach: Insights and strategies for colleges in Vietnam

Hoang Thi Thoa — 2024-10-18

This paper explores the development of faculty teams in agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture in Vietnamese colleges by applying competency-based education. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study evaluates the competencies of 124 faculty members from eight institutions, focusing on their academic qualifications, teaching skills, technological proficiency, and research involvement. The findings highlight strengths in academic preparation but reveal significant gaps in the use of technology, research engagement, and collaboration with industry partners. These gaps emphasize the need for comprehensive faculty development strategies to align education with labor market demands. Key solutions proposed include establishing a competency framework specific to agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture education to guide curriculum and professional development. The study also recommends strategic workforce planning based on competencies to ensure the optimal distribution of teaching expertise. Furthermore, competency-based recruitment and utilization practices will help institutions select faculty best suited for teaching and research roles. Continuous training and professional development programs aligned with this framework are necessary to help faculty integrate new technologies and teaching methods. The study emphasizes the importance of performance evaluation systems to monitor and support faculty progress and institutional policies that foster a motivating and supportive work environment.

Patterns of fostering religious moderation among students

I Made Arsa Wiguna — 2024-10-23

This research explores the pattern of fostering religious moderation among students at MAN 1 Jembrana use the qualitative method. The coaching pattern is an integration of religious moderation values into subjects like Akidah Akhlak, the Mental Development Process through YouTube, Extracurricular, and Co-curricular, the commitment of leaders and religious moderation coaches at MAN 1 Jembrana, and Harmony Ambassador Programs with an insight into local culture and religious literacy. The obstacles faced in fostering religious moderation are the parents' mindset and the existence of social media containing harmful content, also the behavior of individual religious figures does not align with the attitude of religious moderation.

Socioeconomic factors and university student dropout

Glicerio Alberto Zamora-Vélez — 2024-11-01

The investigation adopted a mixed approach (qualitative and quantitative) in order to analyze the different factors of dropout. Based on the analysis of the socioeconomic factors that constitute an element that affects student dropout at the Eloy Alfaro Lay University of Manabí ext. Chone. The methods used were: Bibliographic, analytical/synthetic, inductive/deductive, documentary, and descriptive. The documentary method contributed to collecting information from the Academic Commission and Secretariat of this institution that contributed to supporting the research. The results showed that the main causes for student dropout are lack of time, work impediments, health problems, and economic situation. In the period from 2020 to 2023, 509 students were registered, of which 446 students graduated in different careers. According to the information collected through the teacher survey, it was determined that the main reasons for student dropout are linked to the lack of economic resources, work aspects, and family problems. At the level of conclusions and based on the data obtained, it was possible to demonstrate that socioeconomic factors constitute an element that affects student dropout. Factors such as academic, economic, family, intention to drop out, motivational, health, and social factors can influence university student dropout.

The effect of service quality and coal price perceptions on customer satisfaction at PT Bukit Asam, TBK

Beno Rahman — 2024-11-02

This study aims to analyse the effect of service quality and price perception on customer satisfaction of PT Bukit Asam Tbk. As one of the largest coal mining companies in Indonesia, customer satisfaction is a critical aspect to maintain market share in the midst of intense competition. The research was conducted using quantitative methods using questionnaires to customers in several operational units. The sample used in this study was 100 respondents with purposive sampling method. The results of multiple linear regression analysis show that service quality and perceived coal prices have a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction. These findings indicate the importance of improving services and adjusting prices in accordance with customer expectations to maximise customer satisfaction and loyalty.