https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/JCER/issue/feed 2024-04-26T13:52:05+08:00 Seven info@bbwpublisher.com Open Journal Systems <p align="justify"><em>Journal of Contemporary Educational Research (JCER)</em>&nbsp;is an international, peer-reviewed and open access journal which promotes the evaluative, integrative, theoretical and methodological research on contemporary education; shape a novel, broader view of issues in contemporary education; enhance the caliber of humanities research through active use of best domestic and foreign practices; and integrate the achievements of various sciences and knowledge areas with unconventional approaches. All relevant papers are carefully considered, vetted by a distinguished team of international experts, and rapidly published. Original articles, short communications, case studies and comprehensive review articles can be submitted online via the journal submission and peer review site.</p> <p align="justify">&nbsp;</p> https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/JCER/article/view/6567 2024-04-26T13:52:05+08:00 Chenping Zhu yangweiji@zcmu.edu.cn Jin Xiao yangweiji@zcmu.edu.cn Kexuan Li yangweiji@zcmu.edu.cn Weiji Yang yangweiji@zcmu.edu.cn

<p><em>Objective:</em> To explore the application effect of academic salons on developing the scientific research skills of first-year nursing master’s students. <em>Methods:</em> According to Wallas’ four-stage model of the creative process, from November 2022 to February 2023, 66 first-year nursing master’s students from the School of Nursing at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University were selected using a convenient sampling method to participate in a multidisciplinary academic salon consisting of a total of 8 sessions held once every two weeks. Before the first and after the last academic salon, postgraduate research skills evaluation questionnaires and perception of research skills acquisition questionnaires were used to assess first-year nursing master’s students. A semi-structured interview was conducted with nine students after the final academic salon. <em>Results:</em> The total scores for scientific research skills and sense of achievement among first-year nursing master’s students after the academic salon were higher than those before the salon, and the difference was statistically significant. The interview results showed that the “salon theme,” “tutor comments,” and “sharer output” are the focus of the first-year nursing master’s students in the academic salon.<em> Conclusions:</em> Academic salons can enhance postgraduate students’ scientific research skills and foster a greater appreciation for scientific research. We can enhance academic salons by carefully choosing relevant themes, inviting knowledgeable presenters and expert tutors to provide feedback, and prioritizing equality and effective communication.</p>

2024-04-09T00:00:00+08:00 Copyright (c) 2024 Author(s) https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/JCER/article/view/6653 2024-04-26T10:55:33+08:00 Zhixin Feng liangmeiqin@bpi.edu.cn Meiqin Liang liangmeiqin@bpi.edu.cn

<p>Vocational education plays a vital role in the development of skilled technical professionals and the advancement of the economy. However, the emphasis on campus education often neglects the importance of external training, hindering the overall development of vocational education. This study aims to address this issue by exploring the design and development of small modular courses that integrate training and education in vocational colleges, focusing on the mechanics course as a case study. The research methods employed in this study include an in-depth analysis of enterprise training needs, the development of digital teaching resources utilizing the finite element method (FEM), and the implementation of a small modular course integrating education and training. The data analysis reveals positive outcomes in terms of learners’ comprehension and engagement with complex mechanics formulas through the use of stress nephograms and other digital resources. This research provides a new perspective on curriculum design and offers insights into the integration of training and education in vocational colleges. The findings underscore the significance of incorporating innovative teaching methodologies and digital resources in enhancing the quality and relevance of vocational education, ultimately contributing to the cultivation of skilled professionals and the growth of the vocational education sector.</p>

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