Environment and Social Psychology

Construction of an effectiveness evaluation model for furniture design curriculum reform under the new engineering education paradigm

Junfeng Wang

College of Teacher Education, University of the Cordilleras, Gov. Pack Road, Baguio City, 2600, Philippines

Ramir Santos Austria

College of Teacher Education, University of the Cordilleras, Gov. Pack Road, Baguio City, 2600, Philippines

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i2.3427

Keywords: New Engineering Education, Curriculum Reform, Furniture Design, Evaluation Model, Higher Education, Teaching Effectiveness, Industry Integration, Sustainable Development, Educational Assessment, Reform Implementation

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Abstract

Purpose: This study develops and validates a comprehensive evaluation model for assessing furniture design curriculum reform effectiveness under the New Engineering Education paradigm, 6 addressing the need for systematic assessment tools in design education transformation.Methodology: The research employs a mixed-methods approach incorporating both quantitative and qualitative analysis. A hierarchical evaluation framework was constructed using analytic hierarchy process (AHP) and fuzzy comprehensive evaluation methods. Data was collected from 324 participants across 12 universities, including faculty members (n=86), students (n=198), and industry experts (n=40), over a three-year implementation period (2021-2024). Results: The evaluation model demonstrated high reliability (Cronbach's α = 0.937) and strong predictive accuracy (MAPE = 3.2%). Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in student performance metrics (technical competency increased from 65% to 88%) and stakeholder satisfaction (student satisfaction reached 92%, industry satisfaction 88%). Regional implementation variations were identified, with eastern regions achieving 92% implementation rates compared to northern regions at 85%. The model validation process showed strong consistency across different institutional contexts (CV = 0.089). Implications: The study provides a standardized framework for assessing curriculum reform effectiveness, enabling data-driven decision-making in educational program development. The findings offer practical guidelines for institutions implementing new engineering education reforms and valuable insights for policy makers in developing targeted support mechanisms. Limitations: Geographic concentration of the sample and the three-year implementation period may limit generalizability and long-term impact assessment. The predominantly quantitative approach may not fully capture qualitative aspects of educational outcomes.

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