1. Enhancing learning performance in primary education : the roles of problem solving and creative thinking challengesPham Ngoc Thien Nguyen, Khanh-Trinh Tran, Giam Buu Le, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This study investigated the roles of problem-solving and creative thinking activities in primary science education. Participants included 64 third-grade and 62 fifth-grade students in Southern Vietnam, with half assigned to experimental groups and the others to control groups. The experimental groups, which received structured lessons, outperformed the control groups, which received traditional instruction. Results highlight the positive impact of integrating these activities on academic performance, supporting the effectiveness of structured support in enhancing learning outcomes.
Ključne besede: problem-solving, creativity, learning performance, primary education, vietnamese students
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2. Knowledge of dietary supplements and attitudes towards complementary medicine among university students : a cross-sectional studySara Bezak, Ksenija Baždarić, Lea Huzjak Horvat, Darko Lončarić, Vanja Brandić Mičetić, Sabina Fijan, Maja Šikić Pogačar, Sandra Kraljević-Pavelić, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Despite the increasing global consumption of dietary supplements (DS) and the growing interest in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), there is a significant gap in evidence-based knowledge and understanding of these practices among university students, particularly those in non-health-focused programs. This gap may lead to misconceptions, misuse, and unsafe practices, which necessitate targeted educational interventions. The presented cross-national comparative study assessed knowledge of DS and attitudes towards CAM among 809 university students from Croatia and Slovenia, including health-focused and non-health-focused study programs by use of validated questionnaires. The study integrated DS and CAM within the same analytical framework. Assessed knowledge on DS was moderate, with an average of 71.2% correct answers. Slovenian students from health-focused studies achieved the highest scores, while Croatian students from non-health focused studies scored the lowest values. Misconceptions persisted across all groups, while usage of supplements was widespread. Attitudes toward CAM were overall mildly positive, where Slovenian students from health-focused studies reported the most favorable views. Attitudes were more strongly associated with supplement use than with knowledge, indicating that personal experience and cultural context shape perceptions more than formal education. Our findings challenge the usual assumption that higher knowledge automatically leads to rational health decisions.
Ključne besede: dietary supplements, complementary and alternative medicine, university students, knowledge, attitudes
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3. Beyond differences : a generational convergence in technology use among business studentsVesna Čančer, Maja Rožman, Polona Tominc, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: The rapid digitalization of higher education has transformed how students learn, collaborate, and engage with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). While earlier research emphasized generational or academic-level differences in digital behavior, recent evidence suggests convergence in technology use. This study explores whether undergraduate and postgraduate students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Maribor, display distinct technology engagement patterns across five constructs: excessive technology use, online collaboration, the use of digital learning tools (E-boards), the use of AI in education, and perceived academic success. A survey among 285 students was analyzed using the non-parametric Mann–Whitney U test due to a non-normal data distribution. The findings showed that postgraduate students did not report higher levels of E-Board use, online collaboration, or perceived academic success. Undergraduate students scored higher on one item related to excessive technology use, but not across the full construct. However, significant differences emerged in AI use, where postgraduate students showed greater confidence and willingness to integrate AI tools. The findings suggest that digital competence and the quality of technology integration, rather than study level, shape students’ learning experiences. Higher education institutions should promote balanced and ethical technology use, strengthen AI literacy, and foster self-regulated learning skills.
Ključne besede: higher education, technology use, online collaboration, artificial intelligence, perceived academic success, undergraduate and postgraduate students
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4. Systematic analysis of research studies on students’ self-management supported by use of digital technology in primary educationMiha Cojhter, Marta Licardo, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This systematic review critically evaluates peer-reviewed literature on the outcomes of self-management interventions in primary schools, supported by use of digital technologies. Guided by the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, the review encompassed eight databases and included empirical studies, literature reviews, meta-analyses, and theoretical contributions published between 2014 and 2024. Inclusion criteria mandated a focus on school-based self-management interventions in primary school settings.Findings highlight the critical influence of self-management on primary education. Studies demonstrate that interventions, including those leveraging digital tools, games, and open educational resources, significantly enhance student engagement, learning outcomes, as well as social and emotional competencies. The review underscores the importance of teacher training and acknowledges challenges in integrating self-management strategies within existing curricula. Effective self-management necessitates a nuanced approach combining traditional methods with modern digital technologies tailored to individual student needs. For example, integrating game-based self-management techniques and digital tools, like mobile learning applications, benefits engagement and academic performance, particularly for students with learning challenges. While further research is crucial to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of digital interventions and develop innovative strategies for promoting self-management across diverse educational contexts, potential benefits of digital technology-based approaches are clear. The limitations of traditional methods, which often prioritize external control over fostering intrinsic motivation and self-regulation, highlight the need for new and engaging tools. This is particularly relevant considering that young children often struggle with self-management skills, exhibiting behaviours like aggression, lack of motivation, and disengagement from learning. Traditional approaches frequently lack effective interventions, especially those leveraging modern digital technologies, needed to adequately address these challenges and cultivate essential self-management skills. However, research indicates a significant gap in exploring the development of self-management skills in connection with the implementation of digital technology in learning environments. This gap represents a crucial area for further investigation, as it highlights the need for a more nuanced understanding of how digital technology can be leveraged not just for academic progress, but also for fostering essential social-emotional competencies like self-management. Therefore, exploring the use of interactive games, educational apps, and engaging digital platforms, specifically designed with self-management development in mind, offers a promising avenue for transforming how these crucial skills are taught and learned. These digital technologies hold the potential to create more engaging and personalized learning experiences, catering to individual needs and learning styles in ways that traditional methods often fail to accomplish.
Ključne besede: self-management, social and emotional competencies, Prisma Model, digital technology, students
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5. Students' reflection on the contribution of common teaching methods and compulsory school subjects to sustainable development in MontenegroSnežana Lješnjak, Danka Caković, Andrej Šorgo, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Youth education is key to building skills and awareness for meaningful change that leads to a sustainable future. The main objective of the survey was to identify the most commonly used teaching methods and to explore Montenegrin students' reflections on the importance of and satisfaction with the teaching of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in 9-year compulsory school subjects. The data was collected between September and November 2022 using an online application, with 705 students responding. The results showed that traditional teaching methods, characterised by teacher-centred instruction and passive student engagement, are still the predominant approach in compulsory education, indicating a gap between current practices and the holistic learning objectives of the ESD guidelines. Secondly, the study showed that the Native language had the greatest influence on students' sustainable habits, followed by biology, geography, maths, and nature. This suggests that the number of lessons per week can influence students' ESD knowledge, although subjects with fewer lessons can still have an impact if they are centred on ESD topics. The third conclusion is that students were equally satisfied with the ESD knowledge acquired in all subjects. The results underline the urgent need for student-centred methods that focus on connecting students with nature, for more hours per week in ESD-related subjects, and for a stronger inclusion of ESD content in general-taught subjects.
Ključne besede: ESD, teaching methods, subjects, importance, satisfaction, students
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6. Career aspirations of Slovenian ninth graders : the influence of personal factors and attitudes towards engineering professionsMateja Ploj Virtič, Igor Košak, Andrej Šorgo, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: The study examines the career aspirations of Slovenian ninth-grade students and analyses how these are influenced by personal factors and their attitudes towards engineering professions. Regression analyses on a sample of 779 students show that interest in outdoor work is a significant predictor of engineering career aspirations across all educational levels. Physical demands positively influence aspirations for engineering occupations requiring secondary or elementary education, while intellectual demands and employment opportunities encourage interest in engineering occupations at the tertiary level. A positive perception of engineering professions as interesting is a key factor for all levels of education. The results emphasise the importance of fostering interest in technical careers.
Ključne besede: inclusion, ninth grade students, career aspirations, engineering professions, personal factors influencing career choice, attitudes towards engineering professions
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7. Which positive view of general practice do medical students and trainees have? : a systematic literature reviewBernard Le Floch, Hilde Bastiaens, Jean-Yves Le Reste, Heidrun Lingner, Robert Hoffman, Radost Spiridonova Assenova, Tuomas Koskela, Zalika Klemenc-Ketiš, P. Nabbe, T Montier, Lieve Peremans, 2020, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: Background: Despite several studies focusing on the negative aspects of general medicine, the speciality seems attractive for students. Researchers from the European General Practice Research Network created a group to study job satisfaction in general practice. The aim of this eight-country European study was to determine which positive view students have about general practice.
Method: Systematic review of the literature from Pubmed, Embase and Cochrane databases. Articles published between 01/01/2000 and 12/31/2018 were searched and analysed by two researchers working blind. The data on satisfaction factors were extracted from the full text article used as verbatims. Then the data were coded with a thematic analysis.
Results: 24 articles out of 414 were selected. Satisfaction factors were classified: teaching of general practice, workplace and organisational freedom, quality of life, variety in practice, workload balance and income. The analysis highlighted intellectual stimulation and the relationship built with patients and other professionals.
Conclusion: Literature on the appeal of general practice for students revealed many factors of job satisfaction in general practice. It is possible to create a global view of a satisfied GP on the students' opinion. Courses and clerkships in general practice with positive rolemodels are determining factors in career choice.
Ključne besede: medical students, career choice, general practitioners, job satisfaction, primary healthcare
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8. Predictors of well-being in university students : the dominant role of social and mental balance and physical exercise over dietary habits and daily routinesTina Vršnik Perše, Živa Grafenauer Ekart, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This study examines the relationship between well-being, social and mental balance, physical exercise, dietary habits, and daily routines among university students. Using standardised questionnaires, we obtained results showing that social and mental balance is the strongest predictor of well-being, followed by organised physical exercise. Although dietary habits and daily routines are correlated with well-being, their predictive influence remains limited. The results point to the importance of holistic interventions that integrate social support, structured physical activity, and healthy lifestyle choices in increasing overall wellbeing. Future research should investigate longitudinal effects and interventionbased approaches to develop sustainable well-being strategies tailored to students' needs.
Ključne besede: university students, well-being, social and mental balance, physical exercise, dietary habits, daily routines
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9. AI Literacy Among University Students : a comparative study of three countries—Slovenia, Croatia, and IndiaMaja Rožman, Dijana Oreški, Arun A. Elias, Minnu F. Pynadath, Polona Tominc, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This study investigates artificial intelligence (AI) literacy among university students from Slovenia, Croatia, and India, focusing on variations in their understanding of AI concepts and applications across different educational systems. The sample comprised 471 students from the business studies programmes in Slovenia, Croatia and India. Data were collected through a structured online questionnaire, and statistical analyses utilized descriptive statistics and independent samples proportions to identify significant differences in AI literacy levels across the three countries. The findings reveal substantial disparities in AI literacy. Croatian students demonstrated foundational and practical knowledge of AI, reflecting well-developed educational frameworks. Indian students excelled in interdisciplinary and applied aspects of AI, though their understanding of theoretical concepts revealed notable gaps. Slovenian students showed the greatest need for improvement, particularly in foundational knowledge, practical applications, and ethical considerations. The results also highlight universal challenges, such as gaps in understanding AI’s ethical and legal implications, underscoring the need for all educational systems to incorporate discussions on accountability and societal impacts into their curricula. These findings offer actionable recommendations for educational policy and curriculum design to enhance AI literacy globally and prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of an AI-driven world. This study contributes to the literature by enhancing the understanding of how AI literacy manifests across diverse educational systems, providing comparative insights to support globally relevant curriculum development and digital skills advancement.
Ključne besede: AI literacy, students, higher education, artificial intelligence
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10. Virtual reality for basic life support training in high school students : thematic analysis of focus group interviewsHyojin Jenny Min, Caroline Andler, Rebecca Ortiz La Banca Barber, Todd P. Chang, Cristian Abelairas-Gómez, Laquanda T. Knowlin, Deborah R. Liu, Nino Fijačko, 2024, izvirni znanstveni članek Ključne besede: virtual reality, mixed reality, technology, basic life support, cardiovascular pulmonary resuscitation, near-peer mentoring, education, high school students
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