Are we there yet? Mixed methods research in the South African Journal of Economic and Management Sciences

Ngulube, Patrick; Ngulube, Beatrice

doi:10.4102/ac.v22i1.1013

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“…This In this study, researchers used mixed methods. The mixed methods research combines qualitative and quantitative methodologies in a single study (Timans et al, 2019;Meixner & Hathcoat, 2019;Dawadi et al, 2021;Ngulube & Ngulube, 2022;). In other words, using mixed methods enables researchers to provide adequate depth and breadth of answers to research questions (Brecht, 2022;Dawadi et al, 2021;Fadil et al, 2023;Herr et al, 2022;Meixner & Hathcoat, 2019;Popa et al, 2020).…”

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Scrutinizing the Awareness of Hidden Curriculum: Connecting Lecturers to Themselves, Students, and Non-Engineering Study Programs

Ardiansyah,

Risnawati,

Zakaria

et al. 2023

j. pendidik. indonesia.

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The hidden curriculum plays a crucial role in the entire teaching process, and there is no doubt about that. It possesses the irreplaceable value and function of explicit curriculum. Therefore, teaching at a college should pay attention to utilizing hidden curriculum. On the basis of fully understanding the characteristics and functions of the hidden curriculum, this study analyze the understanding of the hidden curriculum, interviewed selected lecturers to probe deeper regarding how they use the hidden curriculum and made observations notes on classroom environments and interactions. A mixed-method approach is used in this study. Purposive sampling was used to select 100 non-engineering lecturers in State Polytechnic of Sriwijaya for the statistical society. To collect information, survey, interview, and observation were applied. The findings showed that the majority of lecturers had knowledge of the hidden curriculum and utilized it to improve their classroom through body language, tone of voice, physical classroom changes, setting and maintaining expectations and norms, and reflecting upon their teaching. It was also found that all departments brought their mission statements and ethos to life.. A further contribution of the study is to provide a deeper understanding of the hidden curriculum enacted in private higher education, as well as what lecturers experience the hidden curriculum to be like. A better understanding of hidden curriculum is necessary to improve its use in higher education.

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Scrutinizing the Awareness of Hidden Curriculum: Connecting Lecturers to Themselves, Students, and Non-Engineering Study Programs

Ardiansyah,

Risnawati,

Zakaria

et al. 2023

j. pendidik. indonesia.

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Implications of policies on the use of social networking sites for knowledge sharing: Experiences from postgraduate students in higher education institutions in Tanzania

Ponera,

Ngulube

2023

Social Sciences & Humanities Open

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Transforming higher education in Tanzania: unleashing the true potential of AI as a transformative learning tool

Mambile,

Mwogosi

2024

TECHS

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PurposeThis study aims to explore AI’s potential impact on the broader landscape of higher education in Tanzania. This study contributes to the ongoing discussion of AI’s potential to transform higher education and highlights the ethical considerations and challenges that must be addressed to ensure its successful implementation. This study informs future research and policy decisions in education and technology by providing a detailed understanding of AI’s perceived benefits and challenges in higher education.Design/methodology/approachA mixed-methods approach was used, which involves collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to understand the research problem comprehensively. This approach allowed data triangulation and led to a more robust and detailed understanding of this study.FindingsIn this study, it was discovered that enhanced assessment, time-saving, personalized learning, improved accessibility and detecting cheating are the perceived benefits of AI as a tool for enhancing learning in higher education, while cost and infrastructure, academic misconduct, data privacy and security, bias and ethical concerns and lack of human interaction are the perceived challenges of AI as a tool for enhancing learning in higher education. Further, it was revealed that students are more accepting of using AI tools in the classroom because they think they are more effective and engaging. On the other hand, faculty were more cautious and skeptical about employing AI tools in the classroom because they worried about how it would affect their teaching methods and job security.Research limitations/implicationsThe data collection was not conducted face-to-face. To fully capture respondents’ emotional responses, feelings, facial expressions, reactions, or body language was challenging. However, a sufficient number of individuals who participated were very cooperative, and their knowledge was very beneficial in understanding the topic.Originality/valueA unique view of this study is a clear understanding of the perceived benefits and challenges of using AI as a tool for enhancing learning in higher education, as well as the variations in these perceptions among students and faculty. By examining the perspectives of both groups, this study provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex role of AI in higher education. Understanding the broader implications of AI in higher education can inform policy decisions and ensure that AI is used responsibly and ethically.

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Are we there yet? Mixed methods research in the South African Journal of Economic and Management Sciences

Cited by 4 publications

References 31 publications

Scrutinizing the Awareness of Hidden Curriculum: Connecting Lecturers to Themselves, Students, and Non-Engineering Study Programs

Scrutinizing the Awareness of Hidden Curriculum: Connecting Lecturers to Themselves, Students, and Non-Engineering Study Programs

Implications of policies on the use of social networking sites for knowledge sharing: Experiences from postgraduate students in higher education institutions in Tanzania

Transforming higher education in Tanzania: unleashing the true potential of AI as a transformative learning tool

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