ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Equal Opportunities in Learning in Diverse Groups in Nepal in the Pre-COVID Realm: Socioeconomic Status, Mathematics Learning, and the Diverse Groups
Author: Shakya, Sunita
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Equal Education,Mathematics Education,Grade 3,Grade 5,Grade 8,Socioeconomic Status,Gender Differences,Social Class,Language Usage,Poverty,Gender Bias,Mathematics Achievement,Correlation,Age Differences,Student Diversity,Geographic Regions,Elementary Secondary Education,Achievement Gap

The article discusses the diversity and equity issues behind the learning outcomes of mathematics in the pre-COVID context in Nepal. The article intends to give a baseline for the further studies on the effect of COVID-19 pandemic in the educational realm. Datasets from the national assessment of student achievement in Nepal at grades 3 and 5 and grade 8 are reanalyzed based on socioeconomic status (SES), gender, caste-ethnicity, language, and geographical variables. In Nepal, where the society is customarily highly structured, gender-biased, and poverty-driven, SES influences remarkably in mathematics achievement. The datasets show notable relationships between SES and mathematics achievement (r = 0.35, 0.27 and 0.30 in grade 3, 5 and 8, respectively). In lower grades, the difference between the highest and lowest SES in the achievement of girls is wider than boys and it is reverse in grade 8. Nepali speakers had high scores when they had high SES but, when SES was very low, the non-Nepali speakers performed better in all grades. The advantageous castes tended to always perform higher irrespective of their level of SES. Nevertheless, it is difficult to know with certainty when average and marginalized caste/ethnic groups perform better.
Impacts of Online Education on Teaching Quality and Satisfaction of Medical Students during COVID-19: A Case Study in a Private University in Vietnam
Author: Ngoc, Phi Nguyen Tran
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Electronic Learning,Instructional Effectiveness,Student Satisfaction,Medical Students,COVID-19,Pandemics,Private Colleges,Foreign Countries,Educational Quality

As a developing countries, Vietnam has been facing a myriad of challenges in various aspects during the COVID-19 pandemic. Educational sector is not an exception as it is currently suffering the heavy consequences of the constant disruptions stemming from the switching to online learning. This study was conducted with the aim of surveying and evaluating the views of students of the Faculty of Medicine at Nguyen Tat Thanh University on the influence of online learning on learning quality. Using data from survey questionnaires, the results show that the online learning has impacted different learning aspects of students such as: time management, online satisfaction, training problems. At the same time, the study also recognizes the contributions of students in improving the quality of online teaching of Nguyen Tat Thanh University.
Examination of Classroom Teacher&apos;s Experiences Regarding Mathematics Courses Taught through Distance Education throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic Period
Author: Altiparmak, Kemal
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teaching Experience,Mathematics Instruction,Distance Education,COVID-19,Pandemics,Elementary School Teachers,Instructional Effectiveness,Teacher Attitudes

The aim of this study is to investigate the experiences of teachers regarding online primary school mathematics courses throughout the pandemic period. In this respect, the teachers were examined about the efficiency of distance education during the course sessions, the activities that involve the student, its positive and negative aspects, the utilized materials, portals, websites, the situation of students embodying the concepts, the extent to which they maintained the assessment, the difficulties they encountered within the process, as well as their suggestions. In the study, it was seen that teachers had both positive and negative views on distance education. The participant teachers in the study utilized different portals and websites throughout the distance education process. The majority of those teachers had the opinion that the methods used in mathematics courses through distance education assisted students in learning the concrete concepts. In the study, suggestions were made to enhance the efficiency of the mathematics courses along with distance education.
Examination of Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) States of Students Who Study at the School of Physical Education and Sports in Terms of Some Variables
Author: Ceyhan, Mehmet Ali
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Fear,Physical Education,Predictor Variables,Social Media,College Students,Foreign Countries,Athletics,Handheld Devices

The aim of this study is to examine the frequency rate of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) in both male and female students under some variables. Social media platforms which became an inseparable part of daily life have caused individuals to spend more time in the virtual world. From Sports Sciences, a total of 465 students (274 males and 191 females) who study in different departments and who are in different grades have participated in the present study which is pretty limited availably in Turkish in the literature. In the research, &quot;Fear of Missing Out in Social Settings Scale&quot; the Turkish version that is adapted by (Gökler et al., 2016) of the scale &quot;Motivational, emotional, and behavioral correlates of fear of missing out&quot; which is developed by (Przybylski, 2013) was used as a data collection tool. In the present study, statistical analysis of data has been performed through SPSS 26 program, t-tests, and One Way ANOVA tests. According to T-test results of FOMO averages based on sex, no significant difference has been found. It has been established that students who are not engaged in any sports activity (X=4.05) have a higher rate of FOMO on social media as compared to those who play sports (X=2.95), it has been established that students who check their phones right after they wake up (X=3.70) and students who spend time with their phones before sleeping (X=3.75) have higher FOMO averages as compared to those who don't check (X=3.40) or spend time with their phones(X=3,42). A significant difference has been detected (p&gt;0.05). According to One Way ANOVA Post-toc tests which were based on daily social media usage durations and departments of the students. No significant difference has been established FOMO levels of students based on the grade they are in and the number of social media they own.
General Foundation Programs (GFPs) Student Entry and Exit Standards
Author: Al-Rusheidi, Ibtisam Saed
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,College Preparation,Academic Standards,Admission Criteria,Graduation Requirements,Higher Education,Educational Improvement,Quality Assurance,Benchmarking,Audits (Verification)

This paper assessed the performance of General Foundation Programs (GFPs) in Oman in the area of 'Student Entry and Exit Standards'. Data was collected from the GFP quality audit reports prepared and published by Oman Authority for Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance of Education (OAAAQA). The study adopted a simple descriptive data analysis method, consisting of identifying the formal conclusions issued by OAAAQA (Commendations, Affirmations, and Recommendations) and analyzing their distribution (frequency of occurrence and percentages) and the issues they covered. The study found out that (a) HEIs are yet to establish sustainable practices in their GFPs in relation to entry and exit standards; and (b) the systems in the GFP are still underdeveloped and practices are largely unsystematic. The paper ended by highlighting four improvement suggestions in order to ensure GFP effectiveness.
Impact of Field Visits on Students&apos; Knowledge towards Rural Development: An Empirical Study on Brac University
Author: Jahan, Rifat
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Field Trips,Student Attitudes,Rural Development,Curriculum Design,Undergraduate Students,Rural Areas,Experiential Learning,Social Responsibility,Outcomes of Education,Educational Policy,Universities,Foreign Countries

The education system of the 21st century mainly accentuates on pragmatic and collaborative learning where field trip is one of the most prominent methods of learning. Considering this, Brac University arranges a lot of experiential learning activities. Visiting different programs of BRAC is one of them where every student of the university is taken to observe the development trends in rural areas of Bangladesh. This study explores the impact of those visits. The methodology of this research includes both qualitative and quantitative approaches. A survey was conducted where 200 students were selected who visited programs of BRAC. Subsequently, a focus group discussion was arranged where 40 students had taken part. The study shows that this field visit helps students becoming more attached to villages, and it inhibits a sense of responsibility among many of them. This research may help policy makers to design their curriculum more effectively in the future.
Implementing Response to Intervention (RtI) in a Juvenile Detention Center Using Action Research
Author: Coker, David C.
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Program Implementation,Response to Intervention,Juvenile Justice,Correctional Institutions,Action Research,Program Effectiveness,Secondary School Students

While proponents claimed Response to Intervention (RtI) improved student learning and prevented failure, there was an absence of research in effectiveness. Applying action research within a case study, there was an investigation into the process of reforming and improving RtI within a short-term juvenile detention center in the Midwest of the United States for students in grades 5-12. Using the conceptual framework of adaptive leadership, there was an analysis of policies and procedures, observations, interviews, and student work. RtI as a stand-alone program revealed many teachers lacked evidence-based instructional methods and alternative teachers lacked content knowledge, making implementation difficult. Within the action research method, role ambiguity caused problems with fidelity, with the need to infuse strategic leadership with action research when teachers' sense of self and professional were challenged.
Multiple Mediation of Self-Esteem, Perception of Social Self-Efficacy, and Social Anxiety in the Relationship between Peer Support and Autonomy in Adolescents
Author: Akbay, Sinem E.
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Self Esteem,Self Efficacy,Interpersonal Competence,Anxiety,Peer Relationship,Personal Autonomy,High School Students,Self Concept Measures,Foreign Countries

The aim of this study is in the relationship between peer support and autonomy in adolescents; The aim of this study is to examine the mediating role of social self-efficacy perception, self-esteem and social anxiety variables in adolescents. The study group of the research consists of 462 high school students (237 women and 225 men). Of the students in the study group, 26% (120 people) were in the 9th grade, 28.6% (132 people) were in the 10th grade, 28.1% (130 people) were in the 11th grade and 16.5% (76 people) are studying in the 12th grade. Data collection tools used in the study; Adolescent Social Anxiety Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (Short Form), Social Self-Efficacy Perception Scale, Peer Support Scale, Adolescent Autonomy Scale were used. The data were analyzed with Regression-based method and Bootstrap methods. According to the findings obtained from the study, it was observed that as peer support increases in adolescents, individuals' self-esteem and social self-efficacy perceptions increase, and as a result, their autonomy levels increase. In addition, it is seen that the increase in peer support in adolescents decreases the social anxiety of the individuals and thus the level of autonomy increases. In addition, it was found that the established model explained 41% of autonomy in adolescents.
A Systematic Review of Tech-Supported Collaborative Creativity Practices in the Field of Education
Author: Gündogdu, Burcu
Date: 2022-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Educational Practices,Journal Articles,Creative Activities,Creativity,Teaching Methods,Elementary Secondary Education,Teacher Education Programs,Classification,Student Centered Learning,Constructivism (Learning),Teacher Role,Teacher Student Relationship,Student Role,Barriers,Cooperative Learning,Information Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Web Based Instruction,Computer Assisted Instruction

This study aims to make a systematic review of technology-supported collaborative creativity pedagogy and practices in the field of education by focusing on peer-reviewed articles published in journals between 2014 and 2019. The targeted educational levels were specified as elementary, secondary education and teacher education students. 21 studies were examined from different aspects: (a) forms of technology and technological features with pedagogical affordances and (b) teachers and students' roles, and the pedagogical approach, (c) problems and solutions. A narrative synthetic approach was employed to categorize, analyse and synthesize the data according to themes developed. The findings indicate majority of the studies employed different types of pedagogies, and yet all follow student-directed pedagogies or theories drawing on social-constructivism. In the selected studies, three teachers' roles were identified: giving planned or explicit guidance, promoting dialogue between students during the process of creation and orchestrating collaborative creativity flow of students. And, students' roles were also found to be in parallel with the teachers' roles. With regard to forms of technology, among 5 major technological forms, web-based were the favoured technology due to its affordances. Besides, the selected studies showed there are teacher-related, student-related and tech-related problems, and students overcome these problems through solving the problem together, being considerate about their team members and valuing their teachers' effort. Therefore, the papers selected for this review indicated that the problems were not perceived as obstacles to collaborative creativity both by students and teachers. Instead, they were considered as a means to boost collaboration and creativity.
The Role of Multimedia in Concept Learning from the Parents&apos; Perspective
Author: Basar, Tarik
Date: 2022-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Multimedia Materials,Concept Formation,Parent Attitudes,Foreign Countries,Technology Uses in Education,Handheld Devices,Preschool Children,Television Viewing

During the period of the pandemic in particular, children who are not able to leave their homes have been spending more time using multimedia devices. This research was carried out in order to determine the role of multimedia in preschool children's concept learning, as expressed by their parents. For this purpose, the research was designed qualitatively, and the case study model was used. The study's working group consisted of 21 parents living in seven different geographical regions of Turkey. The parents were determined using the maximum variation sampling method. A semi-structured interview form was used as a data collection tool in the research. The content analysis technique was used to analyze the data obtained in the research. As a result of the research, it was determined that the multimedia devices that children spent most time on were televisions, smartphones and tablets. Children preferred to use multimedia mostly for fun and games. The vast majority of parents thought that adult supervision was needed when children spent time using multimedia devices. In the research, the benefit of multimedia use that the parents most emphasized was concept learning. According to the parents, their children learned many basic concepts through accessing multimedia content. Parents also expressed their opinion that the multimedia content and apps contributing most to the children's concept learning were animated cartoons, YouTube and digital games. As a result of the research, it can be said that technological devices that offer children multimedia content positively affect children's learning of basic concepts.
Review of Trends in Peer Instruction: Bibliometric Mapping Analysis and Systematic Review
Author: Olpak, Yusuf Ziya
Date: 2022-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Trend Analysis,Peer Teaching,Bibliometrics,Literature Reviews,Information Retrieval,Foreign Countries,Cooperative Learning,Audience Response Systems

This research aims to reveal the trend in peer instruction that many researchers around the world have been working on for over 20 years. In this context, 58 papers published in journals indexed in SSCI were examined in terms of different variables (e.g., research methods, courses, and response technologies). The bibliometric results showed that the most used keyword and the most used word in the abstract sections of the studies was peer instruction. Systematic review results revealed that the continent and country with the most studies among 17 countries in four continents is North America and the USA, respectively. Moreover, the majority of studies were published in 2016. It was also found that studies are generally carried out with numerical courses such as physics, chemistry, and computer science. Other findings provided from the researches were discussed in detail, and various suggestions were made for teachers and researchers in line with the findings obtained from the study.
Virtual Dissection Table: A Supplemental Learning Aid for a Physical Therapy Anatomy Course
Author: Rosario, Martín G.
Date: 2022-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Simulation,Laboratory Procedures,Instructional Materials,Physical Therapy,Allied Health Occupations Education,Anatomy,Graduate Students

While cadaver dissection and prosection are deemed quintessential methods for studying anatomy, these methods are attenuated by the flat, 2-D structures incorporated into didactic segments of the anatomy courses that minimize students' ability to comprehend anatomy, leading to constraints in the teaching and learning experience. Several tools, such as 3-D virtual anatomy apps and anatomical models, enhance teaching and students' understanding of gross human anatomy. The Anatomage, a virtual anatomy dissection table (VDT), is a compelling technological development with dissection capabilities and a prosection of the human body and its segments. This study intends to explore incorporating a VDT into a physical therapy anatomy course as an enhanced anatomical learning technique. The methods encompass the inclusion of the VDT as an extra dissection table within the cadaver lab setting. Each group of scholars was required to locate the anatomical configurations and dissections assigned to the topic on the VDT. The anatomy course included four examinations covering the entire human body. The results suggest advancements in knowledge retention following the incorporation of VDT in the cadaver dissection portion of the course. Therefore, we ascertained that the VDT is an exemplary tool to adopt in anatomy courses to aid in the comprehension of complex anatomical structures. Integrating VDT is paramount to the assimilation and application of human anatomy in students' future health careers.
Let&apos;s Do the Math… About Creativity and Mathematical Reasoning: A Correlational Study in Primary School Children
Author: Vanutelli, Maria Elide
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Creativity,Mathematical Logic,Thinking Skills,Correlation,Elementary School Students,Creative Thinking,Grade 2,Grade 3,Foreign Countries

Mathematics, being a very ancient discipline, is usually seen as a formal subject that must be learned for school purposes, which is very far from creativity and fun. Also, mathematical skills are often considered a talent, so students are easily divided into gifted and not gifted, with a focus on speed and accuracy rather than encouraging the process of juggling between divergent and convergent thinking. In the present paper, we aimed at investigating the relationship between mathematical reasoning and different aspects of creative thinking, such as divergent and convergent creativity, aesthetic appreciation, and humor. To do so, 146 second and third graders in a primary school in Milan have been recruited and tested with mathematical and creative tasks. Correlational analyses showed significant positive relations between flexibility and originality dimensions of creativity and mathematical performance. Results are discussed by providing a theoretical framework about the relation between mathematics and creative skills.
Two Decades of Computing at the University of Belize
Author: Garcia, David
Date: 2022-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Science Education,Educational History,Foreign Countries,Undergraduate Study,Curriculum Development,Curriculum Evaluation

Computer science became a distinct academic discipline in the early 1950s. The first computer science degree program was founded in Belize around 45 years later, under the auspices of the nascent University College of Belize, which would subsequently become the University of Belize. We present a twenty-year synopsis of a degree program created in 1998 to build an undergraduate curriculum using the surge of computing in the country of Belize as a catalyst coupled with the recognition of the importance of computing for national development. The four-year undergraduate degree program has resulted in steady student enrolment over the past two decades featuring a female student population consistent with female enrolment in similar computer science programs globally. The study details the origins, development efforts, successes, challenges, and recommendations for the program's future development.
Identifying Physics Concepts in &quot;Moke&quot; Making Process: An Ethnoscience Approach
Author: Hau, Rambu Ririnsia Harra
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Science Instruction,Physics,Scientific Concepts,Concept Formation,Foreign Countries,Indigenous Knowledge,Food,Culturally Relevant Education,Rural Areas

The purpose of this research was to identify physics concepts embedded in &quot;moke&quot; making process. The research was conducted in Munerana village, Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia. The research data were mainly obtained through in-depth interviews and direct observations at the location of &quot;moke&quot; making process. The results showed that there are physics concepts embedded in &quot;moke&quot; making process that can be further explored.
Investigation of Injury Anxiety Level of Archers According to Various Parameters: Students of Faculty of Sport Sciences and Club Athletes
Author: Gönen, Mevlüt
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Injuries,Anxiety,Athletics,College Students,Athletes,Foreign Countries,Predictor Variables

This study aims to analyze injury anxiety in archers according to several parameters. The research universe consists of archers who conduct sports in archery clubs modern category and Sports sciences Faculty students in the Turkey. On the other hand, the research sample comprises 346 archers, 194 men and 152 women, who willingly participate in archery at sports clubs in various cities in Turkey. In the study, the personal information form generated by the researcher and the &quot;Sports Injury Anxiety Scale&quot; established by Rex and Metzler (2016) and modified into Turkish by Caz, Kayhan and Bardakçi (2019) were utilized as data collection methods. Statistical analysis of the data was done with SPSS 25 program, t-test and One Way Anova tests. According to the results of the research, it was established that among the archers who participated in the research, the archers who had a lot of sports experience, had a sports injury before, and did not have any other sportsmen in their family, had a high mean score of sports injury anxiety.