ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
A Q-Methodological Analysis of School Principals&apos; Decision-Making Strategies during the Change Process at Schools
Author: Summak, Mehmet Semih
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Principals,Decision Making,Elementary Schools,Middle Schools,Secondary Schools,Educational Change,Foreign Countries,Q Methodology

The purpose of the research was to explore the decision-making strategies that school principals employ while dealing with the challenges faced during the change process at schools. The study was conducted in two cities located in Central and Southeast Turkey, with a sample comprising 29 primary, middle and secondary school principals, selected via a purposive sampling technique. Q methodology, a qualitative-dominant mixed methods research design, was used in the study. The researchers developed and used a concourse of 24 specific items that target school principals' decision-making strategies about change-related challenges in schools by taking a perception-driven decision-making model as the theoretical framework. The statistical software PQMethod was used for data analysis. The findings revealed that school principals shared similar views via the item configurations provided regarding decision-making during times of change, and had a similar profile in terms of decision-making and related strategies. The behavioural decision style was found to be the preferred style. The principals had a profile featuring a high focus on people and low cognitive complexity. The dominant beliefs driving their decision-making strategies seemed to incorporate comprehensive evaluation of the current situation, ethical concerns and organisational values, assessment of technical details, and thorough data collection. Some implications are drawn for researchers and practitioners.
Strengthening Discipline Character of Students at Muhammadiyah Boarding-School (MBS) Muhiba Yogyakarta
Author: Baehaqi, M. Lutfi
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Boarding Schools,Foreign Countries,Values Education,Discipline,Barriers,Teaching Methods

Educational issues require special attention, especially those related to character. Learning in boarding-based schools is one option to overcome character problems, especially disciplined characters. This research was conducted at MBS Muhiba Yogyakarta as one of the boarding-based schools in the city of Bantul, Yogyakarta. This research was a descriptive research with a qualitative approach. Data collection was obtained by observation, interviews, documentation, and questionnaires. The instruments were interview guidelines, observation guidelines, and documentation guidelines. The subjects in this study were the director and teacher. Data analysis techniques used interactive analysis which includes; data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The results showed that the strengthening students discipline character of learning in boarding-based schools was carried out through; use of the inquiry learning model based on contextual, Islamic habituation, one of rule, the provision of penalties and gifts, and role model. The obstacle reinforcement of strengthening discipline character of students at boarding-based school includes specific obstacles such as; difficulty in planning material concepts and difficulty in designing the flow of thought. General obstacles in learning include; the difficulty to cooperate with parents in implementing one of rule, the teacher's insistence to implement discipline, and the lack of attention given to learning.
Changing Perspectives on Anatomy &amp; Physiology: From Killer Class to Gateway Course
Author: Lunsford, Eddie
Date: 2020-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Anatomy,Physiology,Teaching Methods,College Science,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,College Faculty,College Students,Science Laboratories,Lecture Method,Active Learning,STEM Education,Tutoring,Teacher Competencies,Teaching Skills,Faculty Development

Anatomy and Physiology should be considered a gateway course due to its challenging scope and key role as a foundational prerequisite for many degree programs. Students often encounter gateway classes early in their college career when they are academically vulnerable due to their lack of university experience. A&amp;P teaching methods are evolving to address these issues and favor more positive outcomes. New approaches include emphasizing understanding of course content (rather than relying on memorization) and creating multi-modal learning opportunities. Utilizing active learning techniques allows students to more directly participate in their education and achieve more favorable results than traditional passive methods. Furthermore, unifying A&amp;P lecture and lab classes into a cohesive &quot;studio model&quot; class taught by one instructor may encourage student collaboration and increase active learning. Implementing a formal supplemental instruction program led by peer facilitators supports struggling students and yields promising results. A renewed focus on improving the teaching skills of gateway instructors is integral in creating a learning environment that maximizes academic success. In this paper, we review special issues and problems associated with A&amp;P instruction. We also discuss how changing perspectives on course organization could improve A&amp;P courses.
Comparing the Outcomes of &quot;Pre-CURE&quot; Compared to Inquiry-Based Introductory Biology Labs
Author: Lansverk, Allison L.
Date: 2020-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: College Science,Undergraduate Students,Student Research,Science Laboratories,Biology,Experiential Learning,Citizen Participation,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Computer Simulation,Inquiry,Teaching Methods,Science Process Skills

Course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) are increasing being taught to undergraduates across institutions and topics and offer an opportunity for more students to participate in authentic research. There are many types of &quot;CUREs&quot; with varying degrees of including all five elements identified by Auchincloss et al. (2014) as defining a CURE course. Even when authentic research labs do not include all the elements of a CURE, they still provide students an opportunity to engage in the process of science and could be an important transition from inquiry-style labs to full CURE labs. In this paper, we call labs that provide research experiences, yet may include lower-stakes, non-iterative or narrowly relevant results &quot;pre-CURE&quot; labs. We sought to assess if students were developing a better understanding of experimental design and scientific argumentation in a pre-CURE vs. a guided-inquiry version of the same introductory biology lab, as evidenced by scientific paper writing assignments. Students in guided-inquiry labs performed better on argumentation themes (p=0.01549) in their lab reports, conceivably because they had narrower variable selection. However, students learned more about experimental design in the pre-CURE course (p=1.77-12). Particularly because the pre-CURE gave the students the opportunity to fail by allowing them to design experiments that did not yield results.
Integrating Case Studies into a Pre-Medical Curriculum
Author: Stover, Shawn K.
Date: 2020-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Case Method (Teaching Technique),Premedical Students,Medical Education,Problem Based Learning,Learning Activities,Undergraduate Study

Previous research has indicated that the use of case studies is effective for promoting critical thinking, enhancing interest in curricular content, and improving student understanding of core concepts. To prepare students for the challenges of a medical education, the biology faculty at a small, liberal arts college attempts to expose undergraduates to as much clinically relevant content as possible. Clinical cases are used extensively in several courses available to pre-medical biology majors. Here, the integration of clinical cases into three different courses: a 100-level physiology course, a 200-level histology course, and a 300-level biochemistry course is described. The case study method has proven to be extremely flexible. It can be utilized as a laboratory activity, a homework assignment, or an in-class discussion activity.
ERP Simulation Games in Asynchronous Online Classes
Author: Hwang, Mark
Date: 2019-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Simulation,Educational Games,Asynchronous Communication,Online Courses,Business Administration Education,Graduate Students,Pretests Posttests,Knowledge Level,Electronic Learning,Web Based Instruction

Using simulation to teach business related concepts has been shown to improve student performance and learning. Developed almost two decades ago, an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) simulation game has seen wide adoption in traditional classrooms. However, report of its use in online classes has been rare. This teaching note shares experiences in using the game in an asynchronous online environment. Students in two separate online MBA classes were evaluated through a pre-test post-test knowlede measurement. The findings were that there was a significant improvement post-game to their knowledge pre-game. In addition, students reported that they were highly satisfied with the experience and that they considered the game an effective learning tool.
Factors Affecting Academic Performance of Business Students at the University of Fiji: A Survey
Author: Raj, Shivneil Kumar
Date: 2019-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Influences,Academic Achievement,Business Administration Education,College Students,Foreign Countries,Socioeconomic Status,Communication Skills,Intelligence Quotient,Predictor Variables

This research examined the relationship between the academic performance of business students with student income, communication skills and intelligent quotient (IQ). The research is based on students from the School of Business and Economics at the University of Fiji. The data for the study were collected through the administration of a formal questionnaire. A total of 50 completed questionnaires were analysed in the study. The data was then gathered and run through the SPSS software. A multiple linear regression analysis was undertaken to find the relationship of Academic Performance (dependent variable) with the three independent variables, student income, communication skills and IQ score. The results of the study reveal that academic performance and student income have a moderate positive relationship and are statistically significant. Academic performance and communication skills have a modest negative relationship. Academic performance and IQ score have a modest positive relationship. Both communication skills and IQ score were not statistically significant.
Student Evaluation of Teaching in Business Education: Discovering Student Sentiments Using Text Mining Techniques
Author: Baddam, Swathi
Date: 2019-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Undergraduate Students,Graduate Students,Business Administration Education,Student Attitudes,Course Evaluation,Blended Learning,Online Courses,Student Evaluation of Teacher Performance,Student Characteristics

The purpose of this research is to assess the student sentiments from student evaluations. Student written comments in student evaluations from a midwestern university are analyzed using text mining software. Sentiments and themes are discovered that can be used to improve teaching effectiveness. Analysis shows noteworthy sentiment differences across courses and students. There are major differences in the sentiments between graduate and undergraduate students. Within the undergraduate students, the sentiments also varied from freshmen to senior students. The nature of course also has an effect on student sentiments, particularly in hybrid and online courses. Practical implications of this research are also discussed.
Flexibility and Fidelity in a Drop-In, Open-Door Art Studio Program
Author: Ustach, Emily
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Program Descriptions,Program Evaluation,Art Education,Studio Art,After School Programs,High School Students,Attendance,Community Involvement,Experiential Learning,Student Leadership,Student Attitudes

Founded in 1997 by a small group of high school and college students, New Urban Arts is the largest high school afterschool arts program in Rhode Island. New Urban Arts is an independent nonprofit, not affiliated with any larger institution. The mission is to build a vital community that empowers young people as artists and leaders to develop a creative practice they can sustain throughout their lives. Programs are free to participants, sustained by a mix of individual, state, federal, and foundation funding. The long-term goal of the school-year program is that participants make a permanent place for creativity and imagination in their lives. The interim goals are that participants: (1) Develop close, positive relationships with nonparental adult mentors and peers; (2) Acquire skills and knowledge in the arts; (3) Begin to develop their unique artistic voice; and (4) Graduate from high school on a path toward postsecondary success.
Creating Business Analytics Dashboard Designs Using Visualization Methodologies: Case Methods for Innovative Analytics Pedagogy
Author: Yap, Alexander Y.
Date: 2020-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Visual Aids,Computer Software,Computer Science Education,Business Administration Education,Case Method (Teaching Technique),Design,College Instruction

Teaching business analytics has become a critical requirement in many business schools to stay competitive, and the search for real-world examples of business analytics applications is a subject of great interest among analytics instructors. Instructors want to be able to show students how to develop and build business analytics applications that can effectively help real world business decisions. In this research, we aim to develop teaching methodologies to design visual analytics applications that are effective at the classroom and at the same time practical for students to relate to when building their own dashboard application. This research attempts to showcase these designs in case studies where analytics applications are create to help students understand how they are used in various business operations.
Broadband Connectivity in &quot;Flyover Country&quot;
Author: McCoy, Randall
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Internet,Geographic Regions,Rural Areas,Undergraduate Students,Information Systems,Telecommunications,Access to Information,Federal Legislation

Every professor (who teaches online or uses online submissions) has probably heard that story about not having internet access at a crucial time. It is kind of like that story about the &quot;dog eating the homework…&quot;, but in rural areas, the dog may be lack of internet connectivity. Broadband commonly refers to high-speed internet access that is always on and faster than the traditional dial-up access. Most urban areas in the United States have broadband and cellular internet services abundantly provided, but adequate broadband in rural areas of the country still do not have enough internet service needed to perform and compete in modern markets. In the 21st Century, the Internet is necessary to complete necessary tasks in communications for education, businesses, health care, and farming communities. This case provides a conversation for a Computer Information Systems undergraduate course, or an introduction to Management Information Systems course, in which this topic is part of the curriculum. The case could be used in other courses to discuss the impact of legislation on business, public/private collaborations, and ethics. It has application for various economics classes or courses bearing on the Internet and connectivity. The case was written to generate discussion and to help students contend with the trade-offs of social and economic realities of business and governmental policies. The emphasis of the case is to provide an opportunity for students to learn about the topics and become knowledgeable about the problems that are presented.
Encouraging Analytics Skills Development in All Undergraduates: A Taste of Microsoft Data Analytics
Author: Ariyachandra, Thilini
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Skill Development,Undergraduate Students,Data Analysis,Data Use,Introductory Courses,Experiential Learning,Visual Aids,Management Information Systems,Positive Attitudes,Computer Software

During the past decade, digital transformation enabled by big data and analytics emerged as a key theme in the business world. It promises to continue be a theme of major importance in the 2020s. Digital transformation comes at the cost of grappling with and analyzing the ever-growing volume of data. Data visualization techniques are seen as a main solution for dealing with this immense data growth. Finding talent with the skills and knowledge to glean analytics insights is one of the critical issues in organizations. Given the talent gap, there is a growing call for most employees in organizations to adopt self-service analytics and enforce a data driven culture. In addition to meeting industry demands for analytics skills, institutions of higher education must strive to expose all students to analytics. This would enable organizations to operate as data driven decision making entities by making analytics pervasive through the organization. Educators tasked with teaching the introductory IS course have an opportunity to help in this organizations in this mission by exposing all undergraduate students to analytics curriculum early in their educational career. The addition of data visual analytics curriculum to the introductory information systems course would give all students an interesting hands-on experience with analytics that would help them appreciate analytics and also potentially prompt them to incorporate analytics into their program of study.
Ethical Coding: Privacy, Ethics &amp; Law in Computing
Author: Ladwig, Christine
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Ethics,Coding,Programming Languages,Legislation,Privacy,Information Systems,Case Method (Teaching Technique)

This case provides an opportunity for classroom discussion of ethical issues addressed by computing technologists and the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) Code of Ethics as the authors describe a recent lawsuit brought against Sutter Health. Security issues, data breaches and compliance with industry privacy rules are common concerns for all industry professionals, including computing technologists. However, employer work requests--of questionable moral position--place employees in ethical dilemmas that add another layer to job-related stress. This case may be used in a graduate level management information systems course or as part of a capstone class experience. Suggested assignments include discussion questions regarding the ACM Code of Ethics and the right to privacy, and situational ethics scenarios for programmers.
Health Literacy in the Promotion of Wellness among Secondary School Students in Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Author: Hamilton-Ekeke, Joy-Telu
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Wellness,Secondary School Students,Health Promotion,Foreign Countries,Drug Abuse,Knowledge Level,Decision Making,Adolescents,Health Education,School Role,Correlation

Purpose: The study determined the level of health literacy in terms of knowledge of drug abuse as well as its application in making healthy decisions among secondary school students in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Method: Three research questions and one hypothesis guided the study. Survey-design was utilised and 260 senior secondary three (SS3) students were selected through simple random sampling technique. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire consisting of two parts: part one was on knowledge test items on drug abuse, while part two was application of knowledge of drug abuse in decision making. The instrument had a reliability coefficient of r = 0.81 using split half reliability method. The statistics used in data analyses were mean, standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation. Results: The result shows that the mean score of the knowledge of drug abuse was 59.28, indicating that participants had fair knowledge of drug abuse but the hypothesis tested, revealed no relationship between knowledge and application. Conclusion: The application of the knowledge learnt about drug abuse should be put into practice. Promoting health at this stage of life (adolescence) represents a potentially cost-effective approach to enhancing healthy child development, promoting long-term health and addressing health early in life. Recommendation: It was therefore recommended that more emphasis should be place on the teaching of the knowledge of drug as well its application to everyday living.
Evaluation of Health Literacy Competencies through Web Development: A Pilot Study
Author: VanderMolen, Julia
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Multiple Literacies,Health Education,Competence,Advocacy,Graduate Students,Student Attitudes,Program Development,Program Evaluation

Purpose: The study of health literacy and general literacy are closely related, but not identical. Health literacy has received some attention in clinical education (Coleman &amp; Appy, 2012; Coleman, Nguyen, Garvin, Sou, &amp; Carney, 2016), but is not often explored in health education research and teaching. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the perceived value of creating a health literacy and health advocacy web-based resource to address core health literacy and advocacy competencies. Methods: One section of a master's level public health course was evaluated in the winter semester of 2019. Students responded to a series of questions describing their learning experience while creating a web-based resource. Students were also asked if the creation of the web-based resource helped them to comprehend Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) 7 Areas of Responsibility for Health Educators that addressed health literacy. Results: A total of 13 students completed a Qualtrics survey. Results showed all of the students (100%; n=6-strongly agreed; n=7-agreed) felt that incorporating the development of a web-based resource was an effective learning method and that the assessment helped them to address the elected CHES Responsibilities. Conclusions: The study identified weaknesses and gaps in the design of the assessment. The findings have implications for research, practice, and credentialing.