Faculty Development for Small-Group-Teaching with Simulated Patients (SP) – Design and Evaluation of a Competency-based Workshop

Theoretical analysis of the problem showed that one of the priorities of the strategic development of Ukraine is the integration of our state into the European Community. According to the perspective Development Program, which is designed for ten years, Ukraine must harmonize and bring its socio-economic institutions closer to the standards of the EU countries and make them meet European requirements. The priorities of European education are to provide the young generation with professional knowledge and practical skills to adapt to life and study in different European countries, to be mobile, socially capable, capable of communication and protection of their rights. Forms and methods of introducing knowledge in higher education at the present stage are of particular importance. It is today that the progress of society determines a new attitude to methods, means and forms of education. Currently, information and communication technologies, new interactive forms of education play a leading role. The article analyzes the requirements for teaching methods for undergraduate students of higher education. The most successful and modern methods of education and development are identified. The article emphasizes that at the current stage of updating the content of higher education, the most demanded skills that should be formed and developed in students are soft skills. In accordance with the characteristics of modern students, the updated arsenal of teaching and development methods will be represented by innovative teaching and development methods, in particular interactive and active ones. The conclusions drawn emphasize the use of precisely those teaching methods that will promote active thinking of students and support their motivation to study. The purpose of the study is to characterize the main methods of teaching and development in higher education institutions regarding the formation of professional, specialized skills and abilities and the development of soft skills in bachelors of physical education and sports. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the presentation of the strengths of soft skills in combination with teaching and development methods in higher education.

The traditional music education model faces challenges such as uneven distribution of teaching resources and lack of personalized teaching. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer technology, especially the application of network control and centralized optimization algorithms, new paths have been opened up for innovation in music education. This paper focuses on building an innovative music education teaching platform that integrates network control and optimized centralized algorithms, aiming to explore its potential and practical value in improving the effectiveness of music education. The study designed a rigorous experimental plan, randomly assigning students to the experimental group and the control group and using the innovative teaching platform and traditional teaching mode for two months of music learning, respectively. The experimental results showed that the experimental group students were significantly better than the control group in terms of learning efficiency, skill improvement and creativity stimulation. Meanwhile, the satisfaction survey of students and teachers further confirms that the innovative teaching platform has received widespread praise. These findings strongly demonstrate that innovative music education teaching methods based on network control and optimized centralized algorithms have significant advantages in enhancing the effectiveness of music education.

With the rapid development of Internet finance, its role in economic life has become increasingly prominent, presenting new challenges and opportunities for higher education, particularly in the ideological and political education (IPE) in universities. The characteristics of Internet finance necessitate innovations in the content and methods of ideological and political education to meet the demands of the era. This paper explores the importance and innovative practices of IPE in university courses under the background of Internet finance. The paper analyzes the impact of Internet finance on university IPE, the main challenges faced by university course IPE, and innovations in teaching content, methods, and practical activities. The study finds that the era of Internet finance increases the demand for innovation skills and critical thinking while also introducing new ethical and moral challenges. Therefore, university IPE needs to foster students’ awareness of innovation, critical thinking skills, ethical and moral values, and a sense of social responsibility through the renewal of teaching content, innovation in teaching methods, and enrichment of practical activities. This approach aims to contribute to building a healthy Internet financial environment and promoting the harmonious development of society.

This study was carried to inspect students` views on the use of innovative and interactive teaching methods used in the English studies major at the University of Nouakchott Al Aasriya, Mauritania. This was a corollary of the fact that innovation in teaching, regardless the nature of the course or subject, has become a buzz word in the academic institutions. A quantitative research methodology was used and the data were collected from 101 students from the English Department. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS as an attempt to provide descriptive statistics to verify the students` perception of the use of innovative and interactive teaching methods. The findings of the study revealed that 91.1% of the students believe that their teachers do use some of the innovative and interactive teaching methods in their classes; still, 70.3% of the respondents were in favor of continuous trainings for teachers on the use of innovative and interactive teaching methods, which is a very alarming percentage. Also, the findings of this study have some significant implications such as the necessity to move from teaching to learning as an attempt to make learning an enjoyable and memorable experience. The results of this study contribute to literature by concentrating on the use of innovative and interactive teaching methods in Mauritanian higher education institutes.
 
 Keywords: Innovative, Interactive, Teaching Methods, Students, Higher Education, Mauritania

This article reports on three different experiments in alternative methods of undergraduate teaching in a Department of Politics at a British university over the last five years. The experiments showed that quite simple innovations in teaching methods can raise substantially the level and quality of student participation and performance in seminars as well as their writing skills, and that most students are capable of reaching and maintaining high levels of intellectually serious commitment to their studies. These innovations illustrated that achieving these levels is far less a function of the calibre of particular students than it is of the methods which engage all students' interests and energies and whose structure starts from a premise of much higher than usual expectations of them, requiring sustained hard work to be met. The article also seeks to show that despite constraints on innovation in university teaching methods and the absence of any real institutional incentives for academics to ...

Medical education has undergone a significant reform in response to evolving health care demands, technological advancements, and emerging research in biomedical and education sciences. The teaching methods in anatomy, a core component of medical education, have notably changed, with traditional cadaveric dissection being increasingly replaced by digital and hybrid alternatives. Despite research indicating no significant difference in short-term knowledge retention between students who engaged in cadaveric dissection and those engaging in alternative methods, dissection uniquely fosters professionalism, empathy, and ethical awareness - traits essential for holistic medical education. This review critically examines the dichotomy between traditional and innovative teaching methods in anatomy education, questioning the assumption that traditional methods hinder progress in modern health care. The findings suggest that changes in medical education are primarily influenced by organizational issues, which frequently results in an incomplete implementation of innovative teaching approaches. The inconsistent application of innovative teaching methods makes it difficult to assess their effectiveness and compare them with traditional methods. Reliable data on their long-term impact can only be generated by randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies. In the meantime, we need to ensure that current medical students receive high-quality education by incorporating best practices from diverse teaching methods based on valuable insights from experienced educators and current students' learning preferences.

Innovative Teaching Methods in Higher Education: Advantages and Perspectives of Inquiry-Based Learning Summary In the context of modern education systems, the advantages of inquiry-based learning (IBL) should be particularly emphasized when discussing innovative teaching methods. This contemporary approach can significantly enhance the quality of instruction and foster greater student motivation and engagement in mastering new topics. The article explores the latest teaching methods in higher education and highlights their key features. Furthermore, it analyzes the benefits of inquiry-based learning as an activity model for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) groups. In today's world, digital technologies have increased students' access to native English speakers and online resources, which can serve as powerful allies in language acquisition. Inquiry-based learning encourages the effective use of internet resources and contributes to the development of students' technical skills. In this process, the guidance of the teacher plays a crucial role. At the same time, educators are increasingly seeking new methodologies to help sustain student motivation while providing broader opportunities for knowledge construction. Through the integration of inquiry-based learning and technology into the curriculum, students not only improve their language skills but also gain diverse perspectives on topics, explore cultural dimensions, and enhance their social skills. The article concludes that inquiry-based learning not only strengthens students’ academic knowledge but also plays an essential role in developing their worldview, research capabilities, social competencies, critical thinking, and logical reasoning. Keywords: innovativ teaching methods, traditional teaching, inquiry-based learning, student-centered approach, technology

Progressive teaching methods are methods of improving teaching and learning performance. A variety of innovative teaching methods are now in use around the world. In addition to face-to-face classes, hybrid classes also include e-learning. The use of technology and multimedia is detailed. It covers the use of smart devices for various tasks such as teaching, designing surveys, assessing students, providing feedback, and research methodology. The application of innovative teaching and learning methods is very important if we want to inspire and arouse students' desire and enthusiasm for learning. The role of education is not only for faculty to teach, but to make it understandable to students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and to quickly familiarize them with the standards expected of them. It's common for students to drop grades because they don't know what level they're at or what their instructor expects of them. Teachers should therefore strive to use innovative methods in such a way that the student's learning process is as fluid as possible and the methodologies used are conducive to learning. Innovative teaching and learning methods such as short lectures, simulations, role-plays, portfolio development, and problem-based learning (PBL) are helping to keep pace with rapid technological advances and develop the jobs needed in the near future. Decades ago, in the field of machine learning and data mining, the development of methods of ensemble learning received significant attention from the science community. Machine integration techniques incorporate multiple learning acquisition skills and better performance of guesswork than you would find in any available learning skills alone. Combining multiple learning models is demonstrated in thought and experimentation providing better performance than single-foundation students. In a book, mix learning algorithms form a dominant and high-level approach to high throughput performance, thus applied to real-world problems ranging from face-face-to-facetional recognition through classification and medical diagnosis in financial forecasting.

Innovative teaching method involves the use of digitals and ICT based tools in teaching and learning. The global technological revolution especially in the areas of business has prompted the need for business education instructional delivery to be technology base if the programme is to achieve its goal of sustainable socio-economic development. Hence, this paper examines emerging innovation in teaching methods in Business Education for sustainable development. The paper also examines the need for the adoption of innovative teaching methods in business education and the challenges to effective utilization of this method in business education. Some recommendations among others were Educational institutions should adopt fully innovative teaching technologies in business education, educational institutions should regularly organize relevant training for lecturers to constantly update their knowledge and skills, training institutions should partner with private sectors to provide adequate pedagogical innovative technologies and stable power supply for lecturer and students and finally Government should increase grants given to educational institutions to enable them provide needed ICT technologies and other infrastructural facilities for effective training of students.

Background. The article provides a theoretical analysis of the problem of innovative teaching methods in higher education institutions during a full-scale invasion, which contributed to clarifying the content of the basic concepts of research: "innovation", "innovative teaching methods", and "full-scale invasion". It is proved that the introduction of innovative teaching methods in higher education institutions in the context of full-scale invasion will contribute to improving the quality of education by providing students with more opportunities for self-development, critical thinking, and a creative approach to problem solving; as well as active involvement of students in the learning process, creating a supportive and creative educational environment in the HEI. The purpose of the article is to analyse the challenges faced by higher education institutions in the context of full-scale invasion and to identify innovative teaching methods in HEIs during a full-scale invasion. The main objectives are: to analyse leading scientific works on the research problem and to substantiate the theoretical foundations for understanding the concepts of "innovation", "innovative teaching methods", and "full-scale invasion"; to identify the challenges faced by higher education institutions in this context; and to determine innovative teaching methods appropriate for such conditions. Methods. The achievement of the stated aim and the solution of the research objectives were carried out with the help of general scientific and specific scientific methods appropriate to the purpose and tasks of the study. The use of a systematic approach made it possible to view the teaching process in higher education institutions as a system with structural components, which define the content and implementation of innovative methods. This methodology enabled the identification of the significance of innovative teaching methods in HEIs during the full-scale invasion. Results. The study clarified the key concepts of "innovation", "innovative teaching methods", and "Russian-Ukrainian war", and identified the challenges faced by higher education institutions in the context of full-scale invasion, such as changes in teaching format; rapid adoption of digital tools by educators; shifts in the labor market affecting specialist competencies; teacher migration abroad; and the psychological condition of all educational participants. The research also identified a variety of innovative teaching methods applicable in this context, including simulation games, project-based learning, group work using digital platforms like Padlet and Miro, case studies, problem-based learning, the flipped classroom, guest lectures, practitioner involvement, and gamification. Conclusions. The study confirms that the full-scale invasion has created specific challenges for universities seeking to maintain quality education and student support in difficult conditions. It is substantiated that innovative teaching methods offer valuable solutions for maintaining effective learning and engagement. The challenges influencing the integration of these methods are outlined, and the potential for implementing innovative strategies in higher education institutions under martial law is emphasized.

The article explores innovative methods of art teaching in primary education in Ukraine, which is highly relevant in the context of global transformations in the educational process. The integration of digital technologies and interactive methods meets modern societal and educational challenges, where the development of students’ creative abilities, creativity, and emotional intelligence is crucial. As primary education is a foundational stage in personal development, particular attention is given to individualizing the learning process to cater to each student's unique needs and abilities. The aim of the research is to determine the effectiveness of innovative art teaching methods and their impact on developing students' creative competencies. The main tasks include analyzing current approaches to the integration of digital technologies, assessing the impact of interactive methods, and evaluating interdisciplinary projects in the educational process. The results indicate a high level of student engagement when using innovative approaches. The highest ratings were given to interactive methods and digital tools, which enhance students’ motivation and improve their creative activities. The main challenges identified were insufficient technical infrastructure and the need for further teacher training in modern technologies. In conclusion, innovative methods of art teaching are effective for developing students’ creative competencies. However, their full implementation requires further investments in schools’ technical resources and the professional development of teachers. Future research perspectives include improving the assessment of students’ creative achievements and developing interdisciplinary approaches in art education.

Design workshops are participatory collaborations based on design thinking, where participants from diverse backgrounds take up a local issue and work in teams to propose a design solution over a period of two to five days. Workshop attendees are multifaceted, from researchers, to designers, government workers, students, and even people with disabilities. To facilitate interactions and allow participants to get to know each other, icebreaking is a method often used for the initial meeting or to commence day’s activities. However, the ice-breaking approach changed significantly after the coronavirus pandemic, when design workshops went from face-to-face encounters to virtual meetings. Online applications have replaced face-to-face discussions and even the traditional white board. The methods, tools, and effectiveness of icebreaking communication have changed significantly over recent years. The design question for this study is how can individuals explore new ice-breaking possibilities and enhance their effectiveness in the era of new, predominantly online, design workshops. The study focuses on icebreaking methods of in-person, online, and hybrid design workshops. The two perspectives of icebreaking—communication and creativity—were compared. The purpose of the study is to clarify the characteristics and effectiveness of each ice-breaking method; ultimately proposing new icebreaking techniques that integrate online and in-person elements for post-COVID design workshops. Design workshops conducted by the author in Japan and internationally were investigated. These workshops are divided into three categories: face-to-face design workshops from 2012 to 2019, online workshops from 2019 to 2022, and a hybrid workshop from 2022 to 2023. Video recordings of these workshops as well as the data from participant surveys were analyzed to understand how each icebreaker was conducted, the tools used, the communication between participants, and the creativity of the icebreaker exercise. Based on the collected data, good ice-breaking perspectives were extracted to be appropriate for all three types of design workshops. With these novel icebreaking approaches, participants of the design workshops would not only become acquainted after the first meeting but be inspired to collaborate creatively with each other despite the setting of the design workshop. The findings of this study would be useful to workshop practitioners, educators interested in innovative teaching methods, and human resources individuals in charge of developing companies. This research has the potential to foster participant interest amongst each other, teamwork, and the proposal of innovative solutions during workshop activities.

The web-based collaborative teaching mode is the key to reforming the teaching mode and developing the teaching practice. To improve the traditional English teaching mode, this paper puts forward an innovative English teaching method for elementary, secondary and higher education based on the massive open online course (MOOC) and Google Collaboration platform. The research shows that it is possible for students to learn collaboratively under the guidance of teachers; the students can broaden their horizon by searching for more materials on the online collaboration platform, according to the objectives and themes laid down by the teachers; the proposed innovative English teaching method can improve the learning efficiency of the students, encourage them to participate in learning and collaboration, arouse their interest and enthusiasm in foreign language learning, and help them to gain insights into learning. The research findings provide technical support to the reform and innovation of English teaching mode, and lays a theoretical basis for deepening the reform of teaching methods in various disciplines.

Nurses and nursing students increasingly confront ethical problems in clinical practice. Moral sensitivity, moral reasoning, and ethical decision-making are therefore important skills throughout the nursing profession. Innovative teaching methods as part of the ethics training of nursing students help them acquire these fundamental skills. This study investigated the effects and potential benefits of using standardized patients in ethics education on nursing baccalaureate students' moral sensitivity, moral reasoning, and ethical decision-making by comparing this method with in-class case analyses. This is a quasi-experimental study. The sample comprised 89 students in Hacettepe University's Faculty of Nursing. Following lectures describing the theoretical components of ethics, students were randomly assigned to two working groups, one using standardized patients and the other using in-class case analyses. Data were collected using the Moral Sensitivity Questionnaire, Rest's Defining Issues Test, and the Nursing Dilemma Test. All data were analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics Version 23. Ethical approval and official permission were obtained. All participating students completed informed consent forms. According to the results, the moral sensitivity of students in the standardized patient group significantly improved over time compared to those in the case analysis group, while the mean scores of students in both groups for moral reasoning and ethical decision-making were not statistically significant. Based on our results, we recommend the use of both standardized patients and case analysis as appropriate teaching methods in ethics education.

Probability theory and mathematical statistics is an important basic course of science and technology, economics and management, and has close contact with industry, agriculture, military and science and technology, so it is particularly important for students to study probability theory and mathematical statistics. The learning effect of students largely depends on the teaching methods of teachers. Under the background of the Internet, the emerging development of Internet education, in order to conform to the development of The Times and improve the quality of teaching, the innovative teaching methods of probability theory and mathematical statistics should also be studied. Based on the analysis of the characteristics and advantages of Internet education, combined with the characteristics of probability theory and mathematical statistics and the shortcomings of current teaching, this paper designs an innovative teaching method based on the application of flipped classroom teaching mode under the Internet. Taking the rain classroom as an example, the teaching method is designed from three links: preview before class, teaching in class and feedback after class. Under the background of Internet education, it is of great significance to improve the teaching quality of probability theory and mathematical statistics courses.