ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
The Impacts of Burnout, Absenteeism and Commitment on Intention to Leave
Author: Khan, Irfanullah
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Burnout,Intention,Teacher Persistence,Teacher Attendance,Teacher Attitudes,Academic Standards,Higher Education,Teaching Conditions,College Faculty

It is an accredited fact that only the education can provide a solid foundation for the social and economic development. In the same line, the Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) can play a very prominent role in the uplift of the educational standards. The number of highly qualified and experienced teachers is not proportional to the needs of the HEIs. In every country, the criterion as furnished by the corresponding authorities is also too strict to be followed in its true format. The problem of the short fall in the qualified teachers is further aggravated by the phenomenon of intention to leave (ITL). It is observed that due to the job burnout and absenteeism, the downward trends in the commitment level induce the ITL. Consequently, the concerned institution has to carry the administrative, academic and economic burdens. Therefore, the factors behind the ITL should be sorted and analyzed on priority basis to bring down the rate of switchover among the faculty members.
Challenges Pre-School Teachers Face in the Implementation of the Early Childhood Curriculum in the Cape Coast Metropolis
Author: Ntumi, Simon
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Early Childhood Education,Barriers,Preschool Teachers,Curriculum Implementation,Teaching Methods,Teacher Surveys,Questionnaires,Performance Factors,Foreign Countries

The study examined the challenges that pre-school teachers encounter in the implementation of the early childhood curriculum; exploring teaching methods employed by pre-schools teachers in the Cape Coast Metropolis. The study employed descriptive survey as the research design. A convenient sample of 62 pre-school teachers were selected from a total of 45 pre-schools in the Cape Coast Metropolis. The instruments used to elicit information from the respondents was a structured questionnaires which validity and reliability were obtained through a pilot study that revealed alpha reliability coefficient 0.76 and 0.73 for Section B and C respectively. The key findings of the study revealed that pre-school teachers are faced with a lot of challenges in implementing the early childhood curriculum. A notable one among them are that most pre-school teachers do not understand the early childhood curriculum, pre-school teachers do not have enough teaching and learning materials to help them implement the Early childhood curriculum, parents do not involve themselves in their wards education therefore it makes it difficult for pre-school to do the work alone. It was also revealed that teachers, teaching and learning materials are the main factors that influence the implementation of the early childhood curriculum. The researcher recommended that private proprietors and government authorities overseeing the pre-school program should organise frequent in-service training for both teachers and parents with respect to early childhood education curriculum.
Effects of Problem-Based Learning Model versus Expository Model and Motivation to Achieve for Student's Physic Learning Result of Senior High School at Class XI
Author: Prayekti
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Problem Based Learning,High School Seniors,Models,Path Analysis,Physics,Learning Motivation,Teaching Methods,Active Learning,Student Motivation,Learning Strategies,Science Instruction,Comparative Analysis,Foreign Countries,Pretests Posttests

&quot;Problem-based learning&quot; (PBL) is one of an innovative learning model which can provide an active learning to student, include the motivation to achieve showed by student when the learning is in progress. This research is aimed to know: (1) differences of physic learning result for student group which taught by PBL versus expository learning; (2) differences of physic learning result for student who has a different motivation to achieve; (3) interaction effect of PBL strategy versus learning strategy and motivation to achieve toward physic learning result. For knowing motivation effect and learning model toward improvement of physic learning result for student class XI is using research method by doing Analysis Path. The result research showed that early capability of student in physic science is insignificant influenced for student's physic learning result and the examination conducted has evidenced that giving PBL model can improve significantly the physic learning result for student class XI. The research concluded that giving PBL model is able to improve the learning motivation of student in class XI significantly.
Integrating CALL into Language Teaching: Implementing WBLL Technique to Teach English Language to EFL Learners in a Secondary School in Kurdistan Region
Author: Hamamorad, Atta
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Personal Autonomy,Educational Technology,Teaching Methods,Computer Assisted Instruction,Correlation,Secondary School Students,Foreign Countries,Minority Groups,Sociocultural Patterns,Learning Activities

The rapid advance in technological tools and their expansiveness, has made their impact on different aspects of life undeniable. Education has also been a field in which technology has found a fertile ground to grow. Technology has made education much easier for both teachers and learners and provided a more autonomous and amusing ambiance for language learners. This paper demonstrates the relation between Computer Assisted Language Learning tools and language acquisition and learning. It also tries to incorporate technological tools into language teaching process via designing a lesson in which EFL language learners are encouraged to make use of technological tools and Web in particular in order to perform their linguistic tasks and exercises.
From Kamikaze to Jihadist: What Are Its Causes?
Author: Msellemu, Sengulo Albert
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Etiology,Ideology,Terrorism,Suicide,Islam,Muslims,Religious Discrimination,International Relations,Justice,Freedom,Foreign Countries

From Kamikaze to Suicide Bomber, to Islamist, to Jihadist and others all are known by deferent names but the use of suicide bombing as the prime tactical weapon in pursuing their political goals is crucial. Since 1983 when the first suicide attack took place until today the number of suicide attacks has been increasing annually. Planning is very crucial in any terrorist acts weather long or short term but planning must be there. So they are not doing it alone there must be organization or institution for preparation. So what forces them to become suicide bombers? Many analysts believe that death of those who commit the suicide bombing acts and following reprisals do not stop them and &quot;more people are, willing to become suicide bombers now than in the past.&quot;(2) The purpose can be different but the goal is. One i.e. to kill ostensibly to get rid of injustices, Muslim world, jihad speaks of individual dignity and communal power. It is suggested that heterogeneous factors identified as &quot;personal causes&quot; of suicidal terrorism. The various &quot;ideological reasons&quot; assumed to justify it (e.g. liberation from foreign occupation, defense of one's nation or religion), and the &quot;social pressures&quot; brought upon candidates for suicidal terrorism. A bibliography is included.
Influence of Mobile Learning Training on Pre-Service Social Studies Teachers' Technology and Mobile Phone Self-Efficacies
Author: Gloria, Adedoja
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Electronic Learning,Preservice Teachers,Social Studies,Technological Literacy,Technology Education,Self Efficacy,Age Differences,Student Teacher Attitudes,Instructional Effectiveness,Likert Scales,Questionnaires,Pretests Posttests,Predictor Variables,Foreign Countries

Current instructional deliveries favour the use of mobile technology because of its inherent potentials and benefits such as portability, ease of use cost and others. Despite these benefits, many teachers especially in Sub-Saharan Africa still prefer the conventional method and use mobile phones for social engagements such as texting, chatting, callings and others. Though, these teachers use mobile phones for these social activities, using it for instruction is somewhat problematic for them without adequate training on its pedagogical implications. This is also because there are dearth of trainings in this area. Some factors that could however affect this type of specialised training include Technology Self-efficacy, Mobile Phone Self-efficacy, attitude, age and others. The sample of this present study was 101 pre-service social studies teachers in two Universities in Nigeria. The influence of the Mobile learning training on Technology/Mobile Phone Self-efficacies was explored. The results indicated that the pre-service social studies teachers have high Technology/Mobile Phone Self-efficacies after exposure to the training.
Catholic Schools Serving Hispanic Families: Insights from the 2014 National Survey
Author: Ospino, Hosffman
Date: 2016-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Catholic Schools,National Surveys,Hispanic Americans,Catholics,Churches,Clergy,Leadership,Databases,Institutional Characteristics,Educational Facilities,School Culture,Educational Trends,Instructional Leadership,Cultural Awareness,Governance,Cooperation

This article draws extensively on data from the National Survey of Catholic Schools Serving Hispanic Families, conducted by Boston College researchers in 2014. The report will be released in 2016 under the title &quot;Catholic Schools in an Increasingly Hispanic Church&quot; (Ospino &amp; Weitzel-O'Neill, 2016). The report seeks to encourage serious conversation and investment on the part of both Catholic education and pastoral leaders at all levels, across the nation, with respect to serving the needs of Hispanic families.
Information Communication Technology Pedagogical Integration in Mathematics Instruction among Teachers in Secondary Schools in Kenya
Author: Wanjala, Martin
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Information Technology,Technology Integration,Mathematics Instruction,Secondary School Teachers,Secondary School Mathematics,Professional Development,Computer Uses in Education,Computer Software,Mathematics Curriculum,Access to Computers,Teacher Competencies,Questionnaires,Interviews,Observation,Multiple Regression Analysis,Self Efficacy,Faculty Development

This paper reports finding of the study that sought to ascertain the extent of ICT-pedagogical integration in mathematics instruction among secondary school teachers in Kenya. Information was sought on professional development experiences and needs in computer technology use in mathematics instruction, the type of computer software used in mathematics curriculum content delivery, the influence of accessibility to ICT infrastructure and technical support, teachers' competence and confidence on ICT integration in mathematics teaching and learning. This was a descriptive survey of explanatory nature that involved 200 mathematics teachers from schools who were selected using proportionate stratified sampling techniques. Data was collected using questionnaires, interview and observation schedules. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics involving computation of frequencies and percentages and inferential statistics that included Pearson correlation and multiple regression analysis. Results show that there is limited use of ICTs in mathematics instruction which is attributed to low self confidence and incompetence in use of ICTs and inaccessibility to appropriate software materials and technical support. There is need to equip schools with the necessary ICT infrastructure including content specific software and technical support. There is also need for professional development of teachers in ICT pedagogy as they require the knowledge and skills to put these tools in practice.
M-Learning in EMS Education--Saudi Arabia Perspective
Author: Alrazeeni, Daifallah
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Electronic Learning,Qualitative Research,Feedback (Response),Teaching Methods,Courseware,Handheld Devices,Blended Learning,Computer Mediated Communication,Instructional Effectiveness,Usability,Teacher Student Relationship,College Students,Participant Satisfaction,Foreign Countries

Introduction: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of using m-Learning Methodology in enhancing student driven learning and improve student teacher communication. Different methodology of learning and teaching like the regular face to face classroom teaching method, using medium of social websites like Facebook, U-tube upload of teaching videos, SMS, Assignments etc. Methods: This was a qualitative educational study using SMS Interface and Student Feedback. It includes 42 fourth semester students of Bachelor of Sciences--EMS Program at PSCEMS, located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A SMS interface Software was developed with a Virtual Number. Students had to compete by sending answers through their mobile to the virtual number for the Quiz Questions sent to them in the form of SMS. Class Information, Exam Schedule, Homework reminder and Deadlines were also sent to them. A Comparative study was done using Theoretical Examination Airway Management Chapter prior and after to using the Blended Learning Methodology in the same Semester with same level of Difficulty. Result: In the feasibility survey the Students were asked to rate the usefulness of SMS based Learning where 98 % agreed. 94% suggested to use SMS as a tool to send deadline reminders and to receive questions from faculty. In comparison study 24 (57%) Students scored 20 out 20, 12 (28 %) Student scored 18 out of 20 after implementation of Blended Learning Methodology. Conclusion: Paramedic students felt comfortable using Blended Learning Methodology. m-Learning should be used in training paramedic students to enhance their Knowledge and boost their confidence in examinations.
Building Creativity Training: Drawing with Left Hand to Stimulate Left Brain in Children Age 5-7 Years Old
Author: Saputra, Yanty Hardi
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Creativity,Creative Development,Freehand Drawing,Brain Hemisphere Functions,Young Children,Imagination,Learning Processes,Childrens Art,Child Development

Researcher and professionals that started researching about brains since 1930 believe that left brain is a rational brain, which is tightly related with the IO, rational thinking, arithmetic thinking, verbal, segmental, focus, serial (linear), finding the differences, and time management, Meanwhile right brain is the part of brain that controlled emotional thinking, which is tightly related to EQ, intuitive character, spatial thinking, visual, holistic, diffuse, parallel thinking (lateral), finding the similarities and not depending on the time. Reputedly our brain dualism are the one who make human think really binary. Even though like that, both of the brains work together and support each other. Which one is more important? The left brain or the right brain? Drawing is one of the activity that can activate our right brain hemispheres, but then our education system in school is build that way, where creativity and imagination are put inside the box and only demand one right answer. And our children is more and more leaning towards the &quot;left world&quot;, when the school extend the hours until nearly evening and they added more homework loads, even sometimes the school cancel the art subject in school. So when is the time for our children to play and hang out?And drawing for children is mostly restricted with the tools, themes, ways to do it, times, places, etc. so they can't really explore what they had been imagined to be creative.
Education Access and Retention for Street Children: Perspectives from Kenya
Author: Kisirkoi, Florence Kanorio
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Access to Education,School Holding Power,Children,Homeless People,Urban Youth,Student Needs,Rehabilitation Centers,Acceleration (Education),Relevance (Education),Curriculum Development,Aspiration,Curriculum Design,Informal Education,Talent Identification,Skill Development,Interviews

Human beings and specifically in African societies value children for they determine the communities' future and place them at the centre of their family life. Over the decades, governments have recognized the importance of children in their development efforts and have devoted considerable resources to child development especially in education and health. In Kenya, Free Primary Education (FPE) led to significant increase in primary school enrolment. Among the children who were enrolled in school were Street children but many more children are once again on the streets. Such children end up roaming the streets, deficient of adult supervision and engage in activities majorly to themselves and the society. The major objective of the study on which this paper is based was to determine the learning needs of street children in Kenya. A survey research design was adopted for the study. The study was conducted in Nairobi County targeting 320 street children living in the streets and those found in rehabilitation centres. A total of 33 street children and 20 in rehabilitation centres were sampled and studied. It was established that quality accelerated education delivered through a relevant curriculum would enable such children lead a decent life and contribute to national development. An appropriate curriculum was recommended for this special category of learners.
Education for Sustainability: Quality Education Is a Necessity in Modern Day. How Far Do the Educational Institutions Facilitate Quality Education?
Author: Thangeda, Arundhathi
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Sustainable Development,Standards,Educational Quality,Educational Technology,Technology Integration,Teaching Methods,Educational Change,Higher Education,Student Attitudes,Labor Force Development,Employment Potential,Foreign Countries,Questionnaires,Likert Scales

From generation to generation time changes affecting culture and the way people live and their society as well. A change in time prompts new inventions and technologies, the twenty-first century where scientific inventions and the latest of technologies are the basis of trade. It is evident that as years go by there comes along sophistication and need for education that fits the times that we live in arises. The transition in the teaching system offered in educational institutions and the introduction of technology in educational institutions are a clear indication that education has to be of certain quality to meet the certain standards in the market. Therefore it is relevant to train and equip individuals within the tertiary institutions with quality skills to attain sustainability. By equipping university graduates with the necessary skills to meet the standard of the demand in the market, would this mean organisations they are to be recruited in would able to be at par with sustainable environment they operate in. This research however is aimed at showcasing the importance of producing quality graduates by tertiary institutions that meet the market demand and also with relevant qualifications thus making these graduates employable and most suitable for the job. Furthermore this research seeks to explore how far Botho University provide quality education basing on the perspective of the students.
Effectiveness of the Teacher Performance Evaluation Methods Practiced by Managers of Public Schools in the Directorate of Education in Southern Jordan Valley/Jordan from the Point of View of Teachers
Author: Al-Tarawneh, Sabri
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Teacher Effectiveness,Evaluation Methods,Administrators,Administration,Teacher Attitudes,Academic Achievement,Teaching Models,Validity,Reliability,Teachers,Statistical Analysis

This study identifies the efficiency of the teacher performance evaluation methods used by government school principals in South Ghour or the hollows educational department from the perspective of teachers. This study dealt with the approaches used by government school principals in the domains of planning assessment, working with the teacher, developing their capacities, writing work, and administrator work with student and with the local community. The study answered the following questions: (1) What are the evaluative methods that government school principals use in the South Ghour educational department in the Al-Karak government from the perspective of teachers? (2) Do significant statistical differences exist in the evaluation method practiced by government school principals in the South Ghour Educational Department from the perspective of teachers attributed to the variables of sex (headmaster or headmistress), experience (less than five years or more than five years), and academic qualification. To achieve the goals, this study developed an instrument of 50 variables distributed on six domains. The validity and reliability of the instrument were determined, and the instrument was applied on a random sample composed of 156 teachers from government schools in the South Ghour Educational Department. The collected data were analyzed. Statistical tools were used for analysis. The estimation of the administrative and written domains was high, whereas that of the remaining domains was moderate. The study showed no significant statistical differences at the 0.05_&gt; a significant level in the efficacy of assessment methods used by school principals attributed to the experience variable in favor of those who are more than 10 years in service. No significant statistical differences were found at 0.05_&gt; a significant level in the degree of assessment methods used by schools principals that are attributed to sex and academic variables. The researchers recommend further research on the subject and on other related variables.