Vol. 27, No. 2/2023

Comparing (Out of) School Learning in a Student Laboratory Foreknowldge Makes the Difference, Claas WEGNER, Mario SCHMIEDEBACH Turkish Language and Literature Teacher Candidates’ Opinions on Panel and Forum Discussion Techniques: A Qualitative Analysis, Mesut BULUT Linguistic Discrimination: An Issue of Research and Collaboration in Philosophy, Psychology, and Academia, Dennis RELOJO-HOWELL, Amoneeta BECKSTEIN Motivation for Learning […]

Procedural Justice and Leadership Styles as Predictors of Organizational Commitment Among Non-Academic Staff of Benue State University Makurdi, Chinelo Helen OGWUCHE, Reuben Omada NGBEDE, Caleb ONAH

Abstract This study investigated procedural justice and leadership styles as predictors of organizational commitment among non-academic staff of Benue State University Makurdi. The cross-sectional survey design to investigate the influence of perceived procedural justice on organisational commitment among non-academic staff of Benue State University Makurdi among 215 staff using the purposive sampling technique; Three hypotheses […]

Financial literacy. An Interview-Based Survey among Middle-School Students, Lidia SABĂU

Abstract Financial literacy involves taking the first steps in the world of money, through continuous information and training. Such an action should be started as of the youngest of ages, possibly even from early schooling. Through such an approach, the aim is to form early skills, habits, and behaviors that guide each learner toward healthy […]

Mentors’ Perception towards the Organization and Development of Pedagogical Practice, Liliana MÂȚĂ, Venera-Mihaela COJOCARIU, Carmen-Violeta POPESCU, Gabriel MAREȘ, Ioana BOGHIAN

The purpose of the research is to identify the mentors’ perception of the characteristic aspects of the pedagogical practice coordination activity. In the theoretical part, the role of pedagogical practice mentors is analyzed, in accordance with current theories and approaches. Pedagogical practice mentors are known as Pedagogical Practice Tutors. These are teachers who have extensive […]

The Potential Influence of Noopept, a Nootropic Agent, on Depression and Mood: An Investigative Analysis,Kian ZEHTABIAN & Dennis RELOJO-HOWELL

Abstract This paper aims to review the potential influence of noopept, a synthetic peptide and nootropic agent, on the treatment of depression and mood disorders. Despite a considerable body of research on noopept, the majority of early investigations have been performed on animal models, with more recent studies exploring its efficacy in humans. Noopept has […]

Nearest Transfer Effects of Working Memory Updating Training: An Experimental Study on Students With, and without Learning Disabilities, Ahmed K. EID

Abstract Working memory considered as a core of human cognition and it plays a vital role in academic performance, so working memory impairment is one of the main causes of learning disabilities. Studies indicated that working memory can be enhanced through training, and the training effects can be transferred to other cognitive functions. In the […]

Exploring the relationship between  Motivation, Self-efficacy  and Students’perception of Academic Dishonesty through the Internet, Adina-Gabriela GAVRIL, Roxana GHIAȚĂU

Abstract The Internet facilitates many types of academic dishonesty. Plagiarism, fraudulence, falsification and piracy have become accessible everywhere in the world. In these conditions, individual factors such as motivation and self-efficacy could help us understand the mechanism that leads to academic misconduct. This research explored the relationship between self-efficacy,  academic motivation and students ‘ perception […]

The Sustained Effectiveness of a Mental Health Literacy Intervention: A Romanian Adolescent Sample at 2- and 12-Months Follow-Up, Alina IONESCU-CORBU, Andreea URSU

Abstract Background: Mental health literacy is a health literacy-derived concept that gained attention especially in the developed countries, while in the developing countries it is still under-researched. The present study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a mental health literacy intervention on improving mental health knowledge, attitudes towards mental health, attitudes towards help-seeking, and decreasing […]

An Innovative Approach to the Current Educational Challenges – Game‑Based Learning in the 21st Century, Balázs TÖRÖK-SZABÓ, Gergely CSÉPÁNY, Valéria BUGRIS

Abstract The teaching and learning needs of the 21st century have changed significantly from those a few decades ago. Changing economic conditions, new technologies, and labor market demands have changed the competency expectations. There is an increasing emphasis on independent creative work, critical thinking, and collaboration. Competence development and effective education of both children and […]