ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
The Use of Music as a Way of Formation of Communicative Skills of Students in Teaching English Language
Author: Akhmadullina, Rimma M.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teaching Methods,Communication Skills,English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Qualitative Research,Statistical Analysis,Foreign Countries,Music,College Students,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Comparative Analysis,Language Skills,Video Technology

The relevance of the topic is specified by the necessity of improving the quality of students' training in foreign languages for their mobility in terms of Russia`s entry into the Bologna process. This article is intended to support the effective use of instructional techniques of music and musical information with the aim of formation of communicative skills of students--future teachers of the English language. The main methods of research are analysis of theoretical sources and empirical data, test method, qualitative and quantitative analysis. Experimental method aims to determine the influence of music on the formation of communicative skills of students. This article analyzes research on the effects of music on the human functional state, its indirect impact on the processes of thinking, speaking, and learning in general, through physiological and emotional mechanisms of the analogies between music and speech in a variety of ways. The best techniques for using music in classrooms for teaching English are being analyzed for each type of information separately. The use of music is viewed from different points: in terms of impact on the psycho-emotional state of students, their motivation for language learning. The authors also provide guidance on how to consider an educational environment that contributes to the effective use of music in the classroom, including the connection of methods of teaching with assignments in the form of individual and collective research projects in English.
The Model of Forming Communicative Competence of Students in the Process of Teaching the English Language
Author: Fahrutdinova, Rezida A.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Communicative Competence (Languages),English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Higher Education,College Students,Teaching Methods,Dialogs (Language),Interpersonal Communication,Educational Technology,Teacher Education,Written Language,Verbal Communication,Surveys,Interviews,Observation

The relevance of the topic is specified by the necessity of forming the communicative competence of students in the process of teaching of the English language in the institute of higher education. This article is intended to define interactive methods of teaching foreign language, which are based on interactive conception of interaction between teacher and student in form of dialogue or conversation. The main methods of research are analysis of theoretical sources and empirical data, test method, survey, interview, qualitative and quantitative analysis. In compliance with the aim and hypothesis of the research the following problems of the research were realized by the authors: theoretical foundations of forming foreign communicative competence of students, methodological capabilities of interactive technologies, methodological conditions of forming foreign communicative competence of students. The practical meaning of the research consist in that the theoretical states and practical materials can be used by professors of the institute of higher education, methodologists, teachers of schools.
Determination of the Fate of Dissolved Organic Nitrogen in the Three Wastewater Treatment Plants, Jordan
Author: Wedyan, Mohammed
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Sanitation,Water,Environment,Biochemistry,Geographic Location,Natural Resources

This research aimed to assess the composition of total dissolved nitrogen (TDN) species, particularly dissolved organic nitrogen (DON), over the traditional wastewater treatment operations in three biological nutrient removal (BNR) wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in Jordan. It had been found that the DON percentage was up to 30% of TDN within the effluent plant; which restricted the plant's ability to eliminate nitrogen to minimal amounts. Effluent DON levels from the three plants varied from 11.7 to 34.8 mg N/L and would not fluctuate substantially, even if there seemed to be a substantial difference inside influent organic nitrogen levels. The main transforming of DON and biodegradable dissolved organic nitrogen (BDON( along the treatment train had been noticed in the aerobic method. More than 70% of effluent DON was consisting of hydrophilic materials, which promote algal growth. The research presented significant information for foreseeable future improving of WWTPs or the choice of DON elimination techniques to satisfy additional challenging nitrogen release limits. [Note: The volume number (vol. 6) displayed on this PDF is incorrect. The correct volume number is 5.]
The Model of Realization of the Main Professional Educational Curricular for Training Middle Level Specialists
Author: Biktagirova, Gulnara F.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Specialists,Professional Development,Training,Foreign Countries,Models,Socialization,Skill Development,Competence,Program Development,Program Evaluation,College Students,Standards

The relevance of the study is stipulated by the lack of applied technology of basic professional training program for middle level specialists for mastering Federal State Educational Standards, highlighting the integrated result of the development of the educational curricular (general and professional competences, knowledge, skills, experience). Thus, the aim of the research is to develop an effective training model for the new professional educational standards. The leading methods of the research are based on the formation and development of interconnected areas: professional individualization in the complex of special knowledge, skills and abilities; professional socialization in the formation of new mental structures and development of formed qualities in practice. The results of the experimental research implemented in Vyatka Culture College in 2011-2015 were the full course of training for 100 students with the major &quot;Art and Culture&quot;. The proposed model connects learning outcomes with the formed-governmental graduate competencies, allowing to carry out professional activities.
Analysis of the Problems Encountered in Education of Teachers and Solution Recommendations in Accordance with the Opinions of Faculty of Education Students
Author: Sahan, Gülsün
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Teacher Education Programs,Questionnaires,Student Attitudes,Program Effectiveness,Teaching (Occupation),Social Attitudes,Internship Programs,Experiential Learning,Barriers,College Freshmen,Semi Structured Interviews,Tests,Teaching Conditions,Case Studies,Qualitative Research

The purpose of this study is to put forth the problems encountered in education of teachers and solution recommendations in accordance with the opinions of faculty of education students. Within this framework, the opinions of 182 first grade students from the departments of classroom, social sciences, science and mathematics teaching at Bartin University, Faculty of Education were obtained in writing through questionnaires which list open ended questions. The opinions then were sorted by their frequencies and the findings obtained were interpreted. According to the students, one year internship period for the new teachers is insufficient, the profession of teaching is held in low regard by the society, faculties of education is crowded, and applied courses are offered insufficiently and these are among the problems encountered in teacher education. On the other hand, offering hands-on (applied) education at the faculties of education, requiring oral interviews in addition to written KPSS examination (Public Personnel Selection Examination) in teacher assignments, accepting students to the faculties of education by applying aptitude, knowledge and skills tests, ensuring those who love the profession of teaching works at this field and offering courses which aim increasing school experience of the teacher candidates for longer periods are listed among the measures that need to be taken by the students.
Teaching Local Lore in EFL Class: New Approaches
Author: Yarmakeev, Iskander E.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Teaching Methods,Folk Culture,College Students,Student Projects,Cultural Awareness,Questionnaires,Local History,Knowledge Level,Textbooks,Foreign Countries

This paper is dedicated to the up-to-date educational problem, that is, the role of local lore in teaching EFL to University students. Although many educators admit that local lore knowledge plays a great role in the development of a well-bred and well-educated personality and meets students' needs, the problem has not been thoroughly studied. Local lore can also serve as a unique source for implementing various teaching techniques, in particular a project method. In this study a project-based teaching technique was exploited, which allowed to implement the individual approach to the education of students. The materials used in this research are taken from the copyright methodical textbook &quot;Local Lore in EFL Class&quot;. Drawing on literature of teaching and learning EFL as well as personal teaching and learning experience, the authors present the authentic model of teaching local lore in EFL class on the basis of the project-based teaching technique. The paper discusses issues and practices of the studied topic and offers general recommendations for University faculty. These materials can also be used in teaching practice of pre-service teachers.
A Framework for Social Justice in Education
Author: Cazden, Courtney B.
Date: 2012-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Social Justice,Economic Factors,Cultural Influences,Political Issues,Social Theories,Elementary Schools,Equal Education,Indigenous Populations,Achievement Gap,Foreign Countries

Political philosopher Nancy Fraser has developed a theory of social justice with three dimensions: Redistribution (economic), recognition (cultural), and representation (political). This article first presents Fraser's theory. Then I describe in her terms the successes and challenges encountered in four primary schools in Australia that were trying to provide educational equity for all students, especially their Indigenous students. That evidence suggests that the dimensions of redistribution and recognition are both essential for &quot;closing the gap&quot; in academic achievement, and that representation is important for school and community relationships.
The Family Club Activities for Organizing a Social Partnership of the Pre-School Educational Institution and the Family
Author: Latipov, Zagir A.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Preschool Education,Clubs,Family Involvement,Preschool Teachers,Cooperation,Foreign Countries,Questionnaires,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Family School Relationship,Family Relationship

The urgency of the theme is caused by the need for interaction between the family and the preschool educational organization towards a fully and harmoniously developed personality. Of all the forms of cooperation of educational organizations and families, the most relevant is a social partnership, where the subjects have common interests, equal rights and are equally responsible for the quality of educational results. This article is aimed at solving problems while organizing the social partnership of the pre-school educational institution and families by means of a family club. The leading approach to the study of this problem is systemic activity allowing to represent the cooperation of all the participants of educational process: parents, teachers, psychologists and children. The article describes the developed and implemented activities program of the family club for organizing the social partnership of the pre-school educational institution and the family, where the coordinating role belongs to teachers of the pre-school institutions. The article can be useful for educators working within pre-school education.
Academic Career Development Stress and Mental Health of Higher Secondary Students--An Indian Perspective
Author: Ray, Anjali
Date: 2012-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Career Development,Mental Health,Stress Variables,Qualitative Research,Student Attitudes,Statistical Analysis,Questionnaires,Measures (Individuals),Academic Achievement,Secondary School Students,Profiles,Gender Differences,Intellectual Disciplines,Foreign Countries

The authors explored the mental health of students with their academic career-related stressors collecting data from 400 students of different schools of Eastern part of India by using; namely General Information Schedule (GIS), the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ), and the Academic Career Development Stress Scale. The data was subjected to t tests and ANOVA. The study shed light on three main results: (i) academic career development stress along with its ten components revealed dissimilarities with respect to gender and streams of study; (ii) significant relationships were indicated between the mental health status of students and various aspects of academic stress and demographic factors; and (iii) qualitative analyses highlighted the complex of association among academic stress, mental health and other variables.
The Conceptual Model of Future Teachers Training to Dual Education in VET (Vocational Education &amp; Training)
Author: Zholdasbekova, Saule
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Preservice Teacher Education,Vocational Education,Dual Enrollment,Models,Flow Charts,Educational Practices,Specialists,Training Objectives,Educational Change,Educational Improvement

In the article the author presents the theoretical understanding of research problems of training of the future teachers-organizers of the dual training system in vocational education &amp; training (VET) in the conditions of the credit technology of education. The author's vision of way to solve the problem is discussed in the description of the conceptual model and its structure-functional components.
Can Collaborative Knowledge Building Promote Both Scientific Processes and Science Achievement?
Author: Chan, Carol K. K.
Date: 2012-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Science Achievement,Scientific Research,Computer Assisted Instruction,Grade 10,Secondary School Students,Epistemology,Instructional Design,Chemistry,Foreign Countries,Cooperative Learning,Problem Based Learning,Qualitative Research,Learner Engagement,Inquiry,Teaching Methods,Outcomes of Education,Regression (Statistics),Student Attitudes,Discourse Analysis,Prediction,Statistical Analysis,Multivariate Analysis

This study investigated the role of collective knowledge building in promoting scientific inquiry and achievements among Hong Kong high-school chemistry students. The participants included 34 Grade 10 (15-16 years old) students who engaged in collective inquiry and progressive discourse, using Knowledge Forum®, a computer-supported collaborative learning environment. A comparison class of 35 students also participated in the study. The instructional design, premised on knowledge-building principles including epistemic agency, improvable ideas and community knowledge, consisted of several components: developing a collaborative classroom culture, engaging in problem-centered inquiry, deepening the knowledge-building discourse, and aligning assessment with collective learning. Quantitative findings show that the students in the knowledge-building classroom outperformed the comparison students in scientific understanding with sustained effects in public examination. Analyses of knowledge-building dynamics indicate that the students showed deeper engagement and inquiry over time. Students' collaboration and inquiry on Knowledge Forum significantly predicted their scientific understanding, over and above the effects of their prior science achievement. Qualitative analyses suggest how student's knowledge-creation discourse, involving explanatory inquiry, constructive use of information and theory revision, can scaffold scientific understanding.
Addressing Adolescent Depression in Schools: Evaluation of an In-Service Training for School Staff in the United States
Author: Valdez, Carmen R.
Date: 2012-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Depression (Psychology),Inservice Education,Staff Development,Pretests Posttests,Focus Groups,Questionnaires,Adolescents,Knowledge Level,Program Effectiveness,Attitude Measures,Teacher Behavior,Behavior Change,High Schools,Middle Schools

This study evaluated an adolescent depression in-service training for school staff in the United States. A total of 252 school staff (e.g., teachers, principals, counselors) completed assessments prior to and following the in-service and a subsample of these staff participated in focus groups following the in-service and three months later. Questionnaire and focus group data suggested that the in-service increased school staff's perceived awareness and knowledge of adolescent depression and knowledge of how to connect with depressed students, guide their learning process, and connect with students' parents. School staff viewed the in-service as a valuable tool for their school and provided suggestions for the refinement of the in-service. Finally, perceived changes in teacher behavior were reported three months later. Implications and future directions were presented.
Vygotsky's Analysis of Children's Meaning Making Processes
Author: Mahn, Holbrook
Date: 2012-06-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Child Development,Cultural Context,Cognitive Processes,Language Processing,Speech Communication,Interpersonal Relationship,Generalization,Sociocultural Patterns,Psychology,Research Methodology,Genetics

Vygotsky's work is extensive and covers many aspects of the development of children's meaning-making processes in social and cultural contexts. However, his main focus is on the examination of the unification of speaking and thinking processes. His investigation centers on the analysis of the entity created by this unification--an internal speaking/thinking system with meaning at its center. Despite the fact that this speaking/thinking system is at the center of Vygotsky's work, it remains little explored. This article relies on Vygotsky's writings, particularly Thinking and Speech, to describe his examination of the speaking/thinking system. To analyze it he derives the unit--znachenie slova--&quot;meaning through language.&quot; In Thinking and Speech Vygotsky describes the origins and development of znachenie slova as a unit of the speaking/thinking system. He also details his genetic, functional, and structural analysis of the processes through which children internalize meaning in social interaction and organize it in an internal, psychological system. The foundation of this system is the child's ability to generalize by using symbolic representation in meaningful communication. Vygotsky's analysis of the structure of generalization in the speaking/thinking system is central to his examination of how children make meaning of their sociocultural worlds.
From Constructivism to Dialogism in the Classroom. Theory and Learning Environments
Author: de Mello, Roseli Rodrigues
Date: 2012-06-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Constructivism (Learning),Dialogs (Language),Learning Processes,Academic Achievement,Learning Theories,Classroom Environment,Interpersonal Communication,Groups,Teaching Methods,Information Technology,Communities of Practice,Foreign Countries,Discussion (Teaching Technique),Elementary Schools,Focus Groups,Interviews,Surveys

This paper discusses the move from learning theories from the industrial society to learning theories from and for dialogic societies. While in the past intrapsychological elements, such as mental schemata of prior knowledge, were the key to explain learning, today's theories point to interaction and dialogue as the main means for achieving deep understandings of the curriculum. Concepts arising from psychology and sociology are essential to understand this new conceptualization of learning: dialogic learning, which implies a historico-cultural analysis of mind and the concept of communicative action. This dialogic turn in the explanation of learning has also found its manifestation in classrooms. The Interactive Groups is one learning environment grounded in the theory of dialogic learning which leads to improved academic achievement and coexistence. The article points out some of the dialogic elements of Interactive Groups which explain those results, illustrating how the dialogic construction of knowledge can be favored in classrooms worldwide.
The Social Consequences of Natural and Man-Made Emergency: The Regional Aspect
Author: Abdikerova, Gulnapis
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Natural Resources,Prevention,Emergency Programs,Foreign Countries,Specialists,Competence,Conservation (Environment),Consciousness Raising,Ethics,Ecology,Risk Management

To investigate the causes of natural and social disasters of the extraordinary character, show the importance of preventive measures at the level of the state and public organizations, and suggest ways to improve the quality of training and emergencies is the purpose of the proposed work. With particular emphasis on the study of emergencies arising out of the basis of the natural and anthropogenic factors in the various regions of Kazakhstan, as well as specialists training who know the regional peculiarities and specifics of the mental values of the population. Professional competence, tolerance, spiritual and physical preparedness, organizational skills and responsibilities are all the necessary qualities of a modern specialist at work in emergencies and those whose activity is aimed at protecting the environment. Orienteering society in an economically efficient use of natural resources in accordance with the requirements of environmental protection, the formation of a social consciousness of the people, based on the respect for nature, as well as the formation of ethically interdependent interaction with it requires the professionalization of the activities of people directly involved in the prevention and risks of natural and anthropogenic emergencies.
Methodical Development of a System of Social Success of the Future Teacher
Author: Absatova, M.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Personality Development,Personality Studies,Teacher Improvement,Success,Social Development,Training Methods,Social Indicators,Individual Characteristics,Content Analysis,Course Content,Curriculum Development,Teacher Education Programs,Foreign Countries

The article describes the main approaches to the problem of social success of the individual. Analysis of scientific psychological and pedagogical literature showed that Modern life requires individuals, not only in business and organizational qualities, but also the ability to navigate in a changing environment, ability to communicate, collaborate, ability to make a career--to be a successful person. The authors have constructed a methodological system of studying of the given problem, on the basis of generalization of experience of development of social success of the individual, which is based on the principles of personality-developing education, subjectivity, socio-cultural conformity of education, based on the motivations and abilities of the individual, finds its content in the forms of education and upbringing of such author's &quot;framework for the development of social success of the Individual, special course&quot;, &quot;Club success&quot;, &quot;Path to Profitability&quot; festival of pedagogical ideas, Web the page &quot;School socially successful person&quot; on the website of the University.