Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn)
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) ISSN: 2089-9823, e-ISSN 2302-9277 is a multi-disciplinary, peer-refereed open-access international journal which has been established for the dissemination of state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of education, teaching, development, instruction, educational projects and innovations, learning methodologies and new technologies in education and learning. This journal is ACCREDITED (recognised) SINTA 2 by the Ministry of Research and Technology/National Research and Innovation Agency, Republic of Indonesia (RISTEK-BRIN) (Decree No: 60/E/KPT/2016). The EduLearn is indexed by ERIC Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education. The focus and scope of EduLearn includes the following topics: 1. Career development and training in education and learning: entrepreneurship curriculum, internship programmes, lifelong learning, technology transfer, training educational staff, university-industry cooperation, vocational training, workplace training and employability issues, etc. 2. Experiences in education and learning: curriculum design and development, educational management, educational trends and best practice contributions, enhancing learning and the undergraduate experience, experiences in game based learning, higher education area: the bologna declaration and ects experiences, learning experiences in higher and further education, learning experiences in preschool education, pre-service and in-service teacher experiences, quality assurance/standards and accreditation, special education, stem in education, transferring skills and disciplines, etc. 3. Experiences in education and learning research: academic research projects, research methodologies, links between education and research, new projects and innovations, etc. 4. International projects in education and learning: new experiences for the international cooperation, project outcomes and conclusions, university networks, exchange programmes and erasmus experiences, the internationalization of universities, funding programmes and opportunities, etc. 5. Pedagogical innovations in education and learning: learning and teaching methodologies, evaluation and assessment of student learning, accreditation for informal learning, new learning/teaching models, neuroscience in education, language learning innovations, collaborative and problem-based learning, personalized learning, tutoring and coaching, flipped learning, etc. 6. General issues in education and learning: education and globalization, multicultural education, impact of education on development, planning digital-age school and learning spaces, organizational, legal, policy and financial issues, leadership in 21st century education , barriers to learning (age, psychosocial factors, ethnicity...), ethical issues and plagiarism in education, access to internet: advances and problems, diversity issues, women and minorities, student support in education, funding programmes and opportunities, etc. 7. Computer supported collaborative work: augmented reality, collaborative virtual environments (CVEs), community building, computer-mediated communication (CMC) tools, social & digital media in education, web 2.0 and social networking: (blogs, wikis...), web 3D applications and virtual reality, etc. 8. E-content management and development: digital identity management, digital libraries and repositories, e-portfolios, intellectual property rights, knowledge management, learning analytics, open access education, security and data protection, user-generated content, etc. 9. Educational software & serious games: animation and 3D systems, computer software on education, educational multimedia and hypermedia, educational software experiences, educational/serious games, gamification, gaming consoles as learning tools, videos for learning (YouTube generation), etc. 10. e-Learning: blended learning, distance learning, educating the educators, e-learning for environmental sustainability, e-learning standards (SCORM), e-learning projects and experiences, e-moderating, e-tutoring & mentoring, intelligent tutoring systems (ITS), learning management systems (LMs), managed learning environments (MLEs), massive open online courses (MOOCs), mobile learning, online assessment, online/virtual laboratories, personal learning environments (PLEs), training, evaluation and assessment, virtual learning environments (VLEs), virtual universities, etc. 11. Emerging technologies in education: advanced classroom technology, best practices in multimedia-based education, BYOD (bring your own device) and 1:1 learning, flipped classroom, ICT for development, ICT skills and digital literacy, mobile and tablet technologies, new platforms to teach coding skills (arduino, raspberry PI,...), technology-enhanced learning, the impact of web technologies on education, web classroom applications, etc. Papers published in the three-monthly journal (Feb, May, Aug, and Nov): (1) report evaluation and research findings; (2) treat conceptual and methodological issues; and/or (3) consider the implications of the above for action; and/or (4) an extensive book reviews section and also occasional reports on educational materials and equipment.
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Readiness to teacher education program: the role of academic performance as an entry-level of future educators
Roman, Jessa A.;
Roman, Adriel G.
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 2: May 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i2.23677
Higher academic performance during the senior high school program and passing marks in the qualifying examination are the two major requirements before an aspirant tertiary student is admitted to a teacher education program. However, questions have been raised on the performance of teacher education graduates in the Licensure examination, which in the past decade, obtained a low national passing percentage. Given the scenario, is the entry-level requirement sufficient, or does it need further enhancement? This study correlates the academic performance during high school of 273 aspirant education students with their qualifying examination scores. A descriptive–correlational design was used. Results show that aspirant students’ academic performance during senior high school is in outstanding level. However, it does not match their entrance examination results in the three main components of the examination for teacher education students, namely: general education, professional education, and major field of specialization. For this reason, it is concluded that obtaining high academic records during high school does not guarantee obtaining a high entrance examination rating. Finally, several recommendations are offered after the conduct of the study.
Improving students’ achievement in chemistry: comparative effectiveness of conceptual modelling and conceptual blending
Blessing, Edah Ngozi;
Urhievwejire, Agboro-Eravwoke Ochuko;
Ehighae, Iyayi Innocent;
Oghenewede, Ovuworie Onoriode;
Faith, Okose;
Obro, Sunday
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 2: May 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i2.24341
The study looked at how conceptual modelling (CM) and conceptual blending (CB) affected students’ achievement in chemistry. This study employed a quasi-experimental design. In this study, 274 seniors secondary (SSII) chemistry students from six coeducational secondary schools in the state were randomly selected using simple random sampling. The information was gathered using the chemistry achievement test (CAT). It was used for pre-test and post-test to evaluate students’ achievement in chemistry. All groups received these tests before and after a six-week course of therapy. The mean/average scores of the 3 groups on the pre-test and post-test were compared using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) of the CAT data. The study discovered that CM, as opposed to CB, had a significantly bigger effect on students’ achievement in chemistry. Chemistry achievement was significantly higher with CB than with the lecture approach (LA). According to the study, when compared to the LA, CM and CB are more effective teaching strategies for raising students’ achievement in chemistry. Furthermore, it was discovered that CM was the most successful approach. It was suggested, among other things, that chemistry instructors incorporate CM into their chemical lessons.
Development and validation of upper secondary students’ attitudes towards digital competence instrument in Malaysia
Ghafar, Nur Faeeza Abd.;
Razali, Fazilah;
Ayub, Ahmad Fauzi Mohd
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 2: May 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i2.23155
Digital competency is increasingly vital for students in today’s technology-driven world. Despite efforts to enhance digital skills in education, measuring students’ attitudes toward digital competency remains a challenge, especially in developing contexts like Malaysia. This paper develops and validates the upper secondary students’ attitudes towards digital competency instrument (USSADCI) in Malaysia, providing a psychometrically reliable and valid tool specifically designed while addressing a gap in previous research. Using the Rasch measurement model (RMM), the USSADCI measures constructs such as digital technology application, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, data and information literacy, content creation, digital security, and digital citizenship. A survey method was employed, collecting 47 feedback from students in the urban secondary schools and 43 feedback from the rural secondary schools in the State of Perak. The analysis found that the reliability of the item was 0.96 with a separating index of 4.77. While the respondent’s reliability was 0.92 with a separating index of 3.42. The 14 items were removed due to misfit, resulting in a final 42-item instrument. The study concludes that USSADCI is a robust tool for measuring digital competence attitudes in secondary education. Future research should expand its use to other regions and demographics, exploring the longitudinal impact of digital competence attitudes on students’ academic performance and digital readiness.
Higher-order thinking research in mathematics education: a bibliometric mapping analysis
Kartika, Hendra;
Lamberg, Teruni;
Sopiany, Hanifah Nurus;
Imami, Adi Ihsan;
Roesdiana, Lessa;
Adirakasiwi, Alpha Galih
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 2: May 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i2.22088
This study presents a bibliometric analysis of research on higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) in mathematics education. The objectives are to examine publication distribution and identify leading journals, authors, institutions, and countries. Data were retrieved from the Scopus database and analyzed using VOSviewer software. A total of 104 articles published between 2004 and 2022 were reviewed. Various visual representations, including graphs, tables, charts, and maps, were used to present the findings. The results show that HOTS research in mathematics education is closely associated with problem-solving, mathematics learning, and assessment. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education emerged as the most prominent journal, while Universiti Teknologi Malaysia was identified as the most influential institution, with Malaysia playing a significant role in this research domain. These findings provide a comprehensive overview of the research landscape and offer directions for future studies in mathematics education. Based on these results, suggestions for future research are proposed.
Literature as a tool of national education: Rahman Shaari’s insights into Malaysian national identity
Jamin, Asyraff;
Subet, Mary Fatimah
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 2: May 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i2.23341
Literature always played an important role in shaping societies, cultures, and nations. As a powerful tool for the transmission of ideas, values, and experiences, literature can serve as an educational medium, particularly for fostering national consciousness. Therefore, this study aims to identify, evaluate, and understands the role of literature as a tool of national education in raising national consciousness and shaping national identity. This qualitative study employs content analysis and library research methods based on Lukacs’ theory of realism, to examine Rahman Shaari’s perspectives on national identity in his novels Pernikahan di Lubuk Hantu, Semoga Molek, and Cengkaman Hasrat. The findings show that Rahman Shaari’s works truly emphasize efforts to educate society towards preserving and promoting Malaysian National Identity. His discourse on elevating Bahasa Melayu and preserving Malaysia’s cultural heritage underscores his commitment to national identity. The study concludes that Rahman Shaari’s portrayal of national identity is aligns with the realities of Malaysian society and Lukacs’ aesthetic principles, positively impacting and demonstrating the role of literature as an effective tool for national education. Subsequently, this study could serve as a resource for future studies specifically on how literature worldwide influences national identity across diverse societies.
Valid and reliable instrument for measuring Malaysian talented students’ social support
Tuan Zahrah Tuan Mat;
Khairul Farhah Khairuddin;
Wan Ahmad Munsif Wan Pa;
Nur Choiro Siregar
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 3: August 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i3.22863
Social support is an essential protective factor against the risk of talent development failure, especially in the catastrophic situation. This study aimed to test the validity and reliability of social support instruments specifically for talented sports students in Malaysia. Content validity index (CVI), exploratory factor analysis (EFA), and internal consistency are the methods used to ensure that measurement instruments are appropriate for use in local contexts and cultures. A total of 268 form four talented sports students aged 16 years were selected by proportionate stratified random sampling in this study. The study found that the instrument had good content validity, with the items reaching the minimum level of CVI value and exceeding the recommended cut-off point of 0.78. Factor analysis found that the final measurement model has three factors, namely i) family support, ii) friends support, and iii) coach support, with factor loading ranging between 0.49 and 0.89. Correlation matrix was also measured through the KMO and Bartlett test of sphericity. All three factors had internal consistency values of 0.83 for coach support and 0.85 for family and friend support, which was defined good. Future research is warranted to explore the instrument with different samples and measurement in various scenarios.
Indigenous language and primary education: an ethnographic study
Jemy Jose Mathew;
Kennedy Andrew Thomas
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 3: August 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i3.27339
This ethnographic study examines the linguistic marginalization of the Mannan community in Kerala, India. It specifically probes into the decline of Inavan, the indigenous language of the community in primary education. The study was undertaken across four tribal schools where the students from Mannan community students attend, with data based on participant observation in classrooms and community settings, semi-structured interviews with teachers, students, parents, community members and representatives from government and non-government organizations, fieldnotes and artefacts. The findings show that the regional language is the majority language used in classrooms and peer interactions, accounting for the rapid shift away from the Inavan among younger generations. The absence of culturally responsive curriculum materials and the limited utilization of mother tongue resources further catalyze this shift. Conclusively, the study identifies that the multilingual model, which includes Inavan, Malayalam, and English, is important to achieve the dual goals of strengthening linguistic proficiency, cultural identity, and academic engagement. It suggests that using multilingual pedagogies by giving proper training to teachers and active participation of the community as some of the key strategies to be adopted to preserve the Inavan and for aligning the education practice with the national policy objectives.
Career resilience in TVET: a bibliometric analysis of trends and implications (1969-2024)
Sangin Juat;
Amalia Madihie;
Salleh Amat
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 3: August 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i3.23873
Through a comprehensive bibliometric analysis, this study investigates the evolution of career resilience research in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) from 1969 to 2024. Using data from 1019 articles retrieved from Scopus, the study examines publication trends, influential authors, prominent journals, co-authorship networks, and keyword co-occurrence patterns. Key themes identified include career adaptability, psychological factors such as self-esteem and life satisfaction, workplace dynamics like job satisfaction and engagement, and the pivotal role of education in promoting resilience. The analysis highlights a significant increase in research output during global disruptions, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the growing relevance of career resilience in addressing contemporary challenges. By leveraging tools like biblioMagika® and VOSviewer, this study provides critical insights into the interplay between career resilience and vocational education, offering actionable recommendations for integrating resilience-focused strategies into TVET curricula. These findings aim to support educators, policymakers, and researchers in enhancing graduate employability and adaptability in dynamic labor markets.
Investigating university students’ use of language learning strategies in learning English: a case study in Vietnam
Pham Duc Thuan;
Nguyen Thi Hong Hanh
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 3: August 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i3.25093
This research examines the use of language learning strategies (LLSs) among 440 university students at a Vietnamese institution, with the objective of identifying overarching patterns of strategy utilization, exploring gender-based disparities, and analyzing variances between academic year levels. The strategy inventory for language learning (SILL) served as the data collecting instrument, assessing six kinds of strategies: memory, cognitive, compensating, metacognitive, emotive, and social. Descriptive statistics indicated that students exhibited moderate-to-high levels of strategy use, with social strategies being the most prevalent and cognitive methods the least employed. Independent samples t-tests revealed no significant gender differences in strategy categories, however one-way analysis of variance or ANOVA findings showed substantial increases in strategy use by year level, with fourth-year students exhibiting the greatest usage. These results emphasize the collaborative learning inclinations within the Vietnamese English as a foreign language (EFL) environment and accentuate the progressive nature of method use. The study enhances current research by providing fresh insights from Vietnam and underscores the need for ongoing strategy training, especially for younger students. Constraints include dependence on self-reported data and a singular institutional emphasis. Future study should use mixed methodologies and larger samples to enhance comprehension of LLS utilization in diverse contexts.
Impact of paper folding on middle school children’s concentration
Phatsaran Laohhapaiboon;
Ornnicha Kongwut
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 20, No 3: August 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v20i3.22071
This study aimed to investigate the effects of origami activities on the concentration and imagination abilities of upper elementary school students. The research contributes to understanding how structured, creative activities can enhance cognitive skills in middle childhood. We employed a quasi-experimental design, utilizing origami as an innovative teaching tool to engage students in focused, hands-on learning. The sample consisted of 40 students from a school in Kanchanaburi Province, Thailand, who participated in 16 hours of structured origami activities over 8 weeks. Data were collected using an origami task achievement test and a behavioral observation form for assessing concentration, grounded in Bandura’s social cognitive learning theory. Results revealed significant improvements in students’ concentration scores and task completion rates, with the percentage of students meeting concentration criteria increasing from 20% to 95%. Qualitative observations indicated enhanced attentiveness, patience, and self-regulation among participants. These findings suggest that integrating origami activities into educational curricula can effectively promote concentration and imagination abilities in upper elementary school students. Future research could explore the long-term effects of origami practice on cognitive development and its potential applications for students with specific learning challenges.