Asean Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (AJTLHE)

Classroom to Community: A Student-Led Healthy Cooking Demonstration Program

2026-01-08T06:33:43+00:00

This study evaluated a student-led healthy cooking demonstration program to empower the targeted communities with nutrition knowledge and skills for healthier food preparation. The program involved collaborative planning between nutrition science students and their supervisors, including developing healthy menus and program logistics. Students engaged with community representatives (kindergarten teachers, older adults, and university students) to further refine the program. In addition to cooking demonstrations, students developed and shared nutrition education materials followed by a question-and-answer session. Participant feedback was collected to assess program effectiveness. The hands-on cooking demonstrations were well-received, with participants expressing high satisfaction. This student-led initiative demonstrates the potential of community-based cooking demonstrations to effectively promote healthier food choices and empower individuals with practical nutrition knowledge. The program also provided valuable experiential learning opportunities for future nutrition professionals. This program holds promise for broader implementation to address the growing issue of obesity in Malaysia.

A Case Study of Local University in Malaysia focusing on Technical and Vocational Students' Knowledge of Augmented Reality Technology in Education

2026-01-08T06:33:43+00:00

Augmented reality (AR) technology is increasingly improving education across various disciplines and educational levels. This technology has favorably impacted users in terms of knowledge, experience, and its diverse applications. This study seeks to evaluate the extent of knowledge possessed by students at Local University in Malaysia concerning technology from the perspective of the students as users. The research utilizes a quantitative methodology, encompassing 181 students participating in the Design and Technology course at the Technical and Vocational Faculty. The researcher utilized an online questionnaire via Google Forms and established that students exhibit a substantial understanding of AR technology, especially concerning information dissemination and communication development through technological application. This indicates that students acknowledge the rapid advancement of technology and are prepared to embrace and employ AR technology in educational endeavors. The influence is apparent in the increasing application of AR technology as a variant of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, particularly during project-based learning (PBL) utilizing digital technology at UPSI. Subsequently, forthcoming research may investigate methods to integrate AR technology into students' daily experiences.

Burnout Akademik dalam Era Digital: Implikasi terhadap Kesejahteraan Pelajar Universiti

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

Burnout akademik dalam era digital semakin membimbangkan serta memberi kesan kepada kesejahteraan pelajar universiti. Kajian ini mengenal pasti tahap burnout akademik serta menentukan perbezaan burnout akademik berdasarkan jantina. Berlandaskan Teori Stres dan Coping Lazarus & Folkman (1984) serta Model Burnout Maslach & Leiter (2016), kajian ini menggunakan reka bentuk kuantitatif deskriptif dan inferensi. Data dikumpulkan melalui soal selidik dalam talian melibatkan 87 pelajar universiti, menggunakan Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey (MBI-SS). Analisis statistik menggunakan SPSS v27, termasuk analisis deskriptif dan ujian t bebas. Dapatan menunjukkan burnout akademik berada pada tahap sederhana (M = 2.61, SD = 0.85) dengan keletihan emosi paling tinggi (57%). Penggunaan teknologi secara berlebihan meningkatkan burnout akademik (M = 3.95, SD = 0.91). Ujian t bebas menunjukkan tiada perbezaan signifikan berdasarkan jantina (t(85) = 0.457, p = 0.324). Kajian ini menyumbang kepada pemahaman baharu tentang burnout dalam konteks digital, menekankan perlunya intervensi holistik seperti sokongan psikososial, strategi pengurusan masa, dan keseimbangan akademik-sosial. Kajian lanjutan disyorkan untuk meneroka dimensi longitudinal dan kualitatif bagi memahami kesan jangka panjang burnout akademik.

A SYNTHESIS REVIEW OF DIGITAL LITERACY FRAMEWORKS: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

This synthesis review analyses the evolution of digital literacy frameworks from 2002 to 2024 through a systematic literature review. By evaluating various frameworks, the study highlights key components essential for effective digital competence, emphasizing trends such as the integration of critical thinking, collaboration, and ethical technology use. The findings indicate significant progress in understanding digital competence, alongside ongoing gaps and challenges in framework implementation across educational contexts. Based on these insights, recommendations are made for teachers and policymakers to enhance the design and effectiveness of digital literacy frameworks, ensuring they align with the needs of the digital age. This review underscores the necessity for continuous adaptation and collaboration to foster digital competence among learners effectively

A Bibliometric Analysis of the Evolution and Innovation of Digital EFL Instruction at the Tertiary Level in China

2026-02-06T16:59:58+00:00

This study employs a detailed visual analysis to explore the dynamics of digital teaching within the context of China’s higher education, focusing specifically on English as a Foreign Language (EFL) over the past two decades. In response to the Chinese Ministry of Education’s proposal that digital transformation empowers the intrinsic development of higher education, this research delves into how digital technologies have been integrated into EFL teaching practices. By reviewing an extensive selection of 32 academic articles sourced from prominent databases Web of Science and Scopus, the research incorporates advanced visualization techniques using CiteSpace to generate network maps of keywords and citation patterns, helping to visualize the progression of research themes over time and to pinpoint emerging trends. This approach not only delineates the evolution and key themes in China’s digital EFL education but also uncovers the main technological tools and areas of scholarly interest within this field. The study documents a significant shift in research focus from traditional online platforms and multimedia tools to more innovative areas such as mobile learning. Over the past two decades, research on digital teaching in college English in China has evolved significantly. Initially focused on autonomous learning and traditional teaching methods, the research scope expanded as digital technologies advanced. From 2017 to 2019, the field saw a surge in research activity, driven by the increasing integration of digital tools in education. Key themes include professional identity, data mining, pedagogy, and innovative teaching models. This comprehensive overview and the identification of prevailing trends and gaps make this research an indispensable resource for EFL educators and researchers in Chinese higher education institutions, guiding future explorations and innovations in the realm of digital education. This study not only supports the Ministry’s vision but also suggests practical pathways for enhancing the impact of digital transformation in higher education.

PROJECT CARGO MANAGEMENT EDUCATION: INTEGRATING LOGISTIQUEST BOARDGAME INTO TPT555 TO ENHANCE LEARNING OUTCOMES

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

This study examines the effectiveness of LogistiQuest, a board game designed to enhance learning in project cargo management and logistics. The game integrates logistics concepts such as route planning, resource allocation, crisis management, and strategic decision-making in an interactive and structured manner. A quantitative research approach was employed, involving 73 students from undergraduate cargo project management courses (TPT555). After gameplay sessions, participants completed a structured survey to assess engagement, conceptual understanding, and perceptions of the game's educational value. The findings indicate that LogistiQuest effectively enhances student learning, particularly in route planning, risk mitigation strategies, and key performance indicators. The game also promotes critical thinking through SWOT-based strategy and crisis management, allowing students to experience real-world logistics challenges. Although sustainability objectives were less frequently cited as a key learning outcome, the game’s SDG-aligned mechanics helped raise awareness of eco-friendly logistics practices. This study highlights the potential of gamification in logistics education, demonstrating that board games can serve as engaging and effective tools for reinforcing logistics concepts. LogistiQuest can complement traditional teaching methods by providing an experiential learning approach to supply chain and project cargo management. Future research could expand the study to a larger sample size, apply the game in different educational contexts, and compare its effectiveness with other teaching methodologies.

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING MEDIA INTERACTIVE VIDEO LEARNING OF THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM BASED ON PROJECT TO SUPPORT QUALITY SDGs EDUCATION

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of interactive video learning media about the digestive system based on projects to support quality SDGs education. Quantitative approach with experimental research design. Using a research design, namely one-group pre-test-post-test design. The sample used 34 students randomly and representative of the population of class XI students of SMA Swasta Taman Siswa Binjai. The data was tested with the N-Gain test to obtain effectiveness results using SPSS 25. The results obtained were effectiveness with a high category with a score of 0.8090.

PERSEPSI PELAJAR INSITUSI PENGAJIAN TINGGI TERHADAP AKTIVITI DEBAT BAHASA ARAB DALAM MEMPENGARUHI KEMAHIRAN BERTUTUR

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

Kemahiran bertutur dalam pembelajaran bahasa Arab merupakan aspek penting yang memberi impak besar kepada penguasaan bahasa. Aktivti debat bahasa Arab dijangka mampu memainkan peranan penting dalam membantu pelajar Insitusi Pengajian Tinggi (IPT) meningkatkan kemahiran bertutur mereka. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti persepsi pelajar terhadap keberkesanan aktiviti debat bahasa Arab dalam meningkatkan kemahiran bertutur. Kajian ini menggunakan reka bentuk tinjauan kuantitatif dengan menggunakan soal selidik sebagai instrumen utama. Sampel kajian terdiri daripada 112 pelajar IPT yang terlibat dalam aktiviti debat bahasa Arab dan analisis data dilakukan menggunakan statistik deskriptif. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa persepsi pelajar terhadap aktiviti debat adalah positif, dengan nilai min keseluruhan 4.30. Aktiviti debat terbukti berkesan dalam meningkatkan kemampuan pelajar secara menyeluruh melibatkan komunikasi, pemerolehan ilmu dan keyakinan diri. Walau bagaimanapun, variasi dalam tahap keselesaan pelajar untuk berbahasa Arab menunjukkan perlunya sokongan tambahan. Kajian ini menyimpulkan bahawa aktiviti debat bahasa Arab berkesan dalam meningkatkan kemahiran bertutur pelajar IPT dan mencadangkan penyelidikan lanjut serta bimbingan tambahan bagi meningkatkan keberkesanannya.

Applying Immersive and Gamified Learning to Critical Care Education: A Continuous Medical Education Model for Emergency Medicine Postgraduate Trainees

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

Emergency settings demand rapid decision-making, procedural expertise, and teamwork for critically ill patients. Recognizing the limitations of traditional CME, we developed a five-week immersive Critical Care Month for emergency medicine trainees. The program integrated didactic lectures, scenario-based procedural stations, digital quizzes, and a gamified escape-room challenge. Weekly modules covered core critical care, including domains such as ventilation. Point of care ultrasound, critical procedures, and electrocardiography interpretation. Procedural training featured self-constructed phantom. The final week’s gamified challenge reinforced clinical reasoning under pressure. Thirty trainers completed evaluation feedback, which showed high satisfaction with the content's relevance (mean: 4.63 ± 0.81), session engagement (4.6 ± 0.81), and improvement in clinical understanding (mean: 4.51 ± 0.81). Learners endorsed program repetition, reporting increased confidence and enthusiasm. This study highlights immersive, multimodal CME's effectiveness, feasibility, and low-cost, scalable, replicable model for postgraduate training

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) IN DENTAL EDUCATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

2026-01-08T06:33:44+00:00

Augmented Reality (AR) is an innovative technology that overlays virtual objects onto the real world, allowing both to coexist within the same space. In dental education, AR has the potential to improve learning outcomes by providing immersive and interactive experiences. This review aims to identify the extent of AR utilization in dental education and explore its effects based on existing studies. A systematic review was conducted using PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, and Outcome) search strategy. Relevant studies published from 2016 until October 2024 were identified from the Web of Science (WoS), Ovid, Cumulated Index in Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) and Scopus databases. Inclusion criteria were limited to English-language articles focused on AR in dental education. A total of 1,754 articles were found, and 13 articles were eligible for review based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. In dental education, AR studies were predominant in restorative dentistry (n=4 studies), as well as, local anaesthesia training (n=4 studies), followed by dental anatomy subject (n=3 studies, dental charting practice (n=1 study) and orthodontic technique dental education (n=1 study). AR has shown the greatest impact on skill proficiency enhancement in restorative dentistry, followed by local anaesthesia and dental anatomy. In conclusion, AR presents a promising tool to revolutionize dental education by providing engaging, cost-effective and efficient learning platform. While it is not a substitute for traditional methods, it can complement them and support skill development. Further research is needed to optimize AR’s integration into dental curricula and evaluate its long-term impact on students’ clinical competence.