Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025)

June

Published: 2025-06-28

All articles of this issue have been reviewed in a blind review process, and the authors and co-authors are from six countries (Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, and Philippines)

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Articles
6
Author diversity
6 countries 8 institutions 16 authors
Published
2025-06-28

Table of Contents

  1. Charting the Future of Prompt Engineering: Critical Reflections on Methodology, Ethics, and Research Directions

    Ni Nyoman Sri Putu Verawati, Lalu Nurul Yaqin

    Commentary Pages: pp. 1-14

    10.36312/ijece.v4i1.2908

    Prompt engineering has emerged as a transformative strategy for optimizing Large Language Models (LLMs), offering a cost-effective alternative to full model fine-tuning. In a recent bibliometric review, Fatawi et al. (2024)…

  2. Enhancing Biology Learning through 3D Models: A Study of Academic Performance in Nigerian Secondary Schools

    Ebenezer Omolafe Babalola, Eyiyemi Veronica Omolafe

    Original Research Article Pages: pp. 15-31

    10.36312/ijece.v4i1.1862

    Despite the recognized importance of Biology in secondary education, students' performance in the subject remains persistently low, particularly in Nigeria, due to the continued reliance on abstract, text-based instructional…

  3. Empowering EFL Writers: The Impact of Unlimited Time and Dictionary Use on Writing Accuracy

    Mohammad Sharafi, Mohammad Ali Ayatollahi

    Original Research Article Pages: pp. 70-85

    10.36312/ijece.v4i1.1726

    Intermediate EFL learners often struggle with producing accurate and coherent writing, particularly in settings constrained by limited time and restricted access to language resources. While prior research has separately…

  4. Rethinking Matrix Instruction: A Mixed-Methods Analysis of Students’ Problem-Solving Skills and Pedagogical Challenges

    Rasyidin Rasyidin

    Original Research Article Pages: pp. 86-99

    10.36312/ijece.v4i1.3399

    This study aims to analyze students’ problem-solving skills in the matrix topic and to identify instructional constraints that influence the learning process. A mixed-methods approach was employed: the quantitative phase…

  5. Examining the Strategic Role of Soft Skills and Their Implications for Supporting Resource Development: A Narrative Literature Review

    Pathan Pathan, Saiful Prayogi, Mansur Mansur, Kadir Alfan Alaydrus, Moh Faisatullah

    Article Review Pages: pp. 32-53

    10.36312/ijece.v4i1.3082

    This narrative literature review examines how soft skills function strategically within human-resource and educational contexts and explores their implications for designing support resources. The review draws on twenty…

  6. Assessing Critical Thinking in Mathematics Education: A Systematic Review and Analysis Using the PRISMA Framework

    Irham Azmi, Mohd Faizal Nizam Lee Abdullah, Zuraida Alwadood, Franklin P. Calaminos

    Article Review Pages: pp. 54-69

    10.36312/ijece.v4i1.1858

    Developing critical thinking skills is paramount in the realm of mathematics education in today's era. It's crucial to monitor learners' advancements in critical thinking, as such insights are valuable for enhancing educational…