ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Does a Combination of Metaphor and Pairing Activity Help Programming Performance of Students with Different Self-Regulated Learning Level?
Author: Hui, Tie Hui
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Discussion,Figurative Language,Teaching Methods,Problem Solving,Teamwork,Cooperative Learning,Recall (Psychology),Self Management,Thinking Skills,Concept Formation,College Students,Computer Software,Instructional Effectiveness,Comparative Analysis,Predictor Variables,Computer Science Education,Programming,Pretests Posttests,Quasiexperimental Design

This study aims to investigate the effects of metaphors and pairing activity on programming performance of students with different self-regulated-learning (SRL) level. A total of 84 computing students were involved in this seven-week study, and they were randomly assigned either to a group that received a combination of metaphor and pair programming (MPP) or to another group that received pair programming (PP) only. Students in both groups worked in pairs according to their SRL level (one high and one low) when solving programming problems in C++ language. The findings revealed that high SRL students in the MPP method performed significantly better in recall than their peers in the PP method, and similar result was observed among the low SRL students. However, no interaction effect was observed between the method and SRL level on programming performance, i.e., high SRL students always perform better either in the MPP or PP groups. Metaphors have assisted the learners to develop better conceptual understanding by linking the known to newly acquired abstracts; and pair programming does cultivate peer discussions. Also, instructor should assist students to improve their SRL to reinforce self learning. (Contains 5 figures and 3 tables.)
Does Collaboration Occur when Children Are Learning with the Support of a Wiki?
Author: Allsop, Yasemin
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Web Sites,Editing,Collaborative Writing,Video Technology,Qualitative Research,Elementary School Students,Technology Uses in Education,Cooperation,Content Analysis,Research Methodology

This paper reports on the outcomes of a mini-research project about visible forms of collaboration when children are learning with the support of Wikis-online editable websites. The findings were based on observing the children using the Wiki, analysis of the video recording of the task and the survey that was completed by the children using the Wiki as a tool for a task. Qualitative research methodology became a primary technique for the data collection and content analysis approach used to explore the children's behaviour when investigating the use of the wiki and video recording of the sessions. Various types of behaviour associated with collaboration, were observed when the children were working on Wiki pages with their peers. (Contains 2 figures.)
Effect of Computer-Aided Perspective Drawings on Spatial Orientation and Perspective Drawing Achievement
Author: Kurtulus, Aytac
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Uses in Education,Educational Technology,Pretests Posttests,Achievement,Foreign Countries,Grade 8,Teaching Methods,Spatial Ability,Freehand Drawing,Conventional Instruction,Comparative Analysis,Elementary School Students,Elementary School Science

The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of computer-aided Perspective Drawings on eighth grade primary school students' achievement in Spatial Orientation and Perspective Drawing. The study made use of pre-test post-test control group experimental design. The study was conducted with thirty 8th grade students attending a primary school in Turkey in 2009-2010 school year. The lessons of the control group students (n=15) were performed in an activity based way by using the board and paper for two weeks (8 class hours). In the lessons of the experimental group students (n=15), on the other hand, Perspective Drawing applications were carried out using computer-aided teaching method for two and a half weeks (10 class hours). A Spatial Orientation test was used to monitor the students' achievement in Spatial Orientation and a Perspective Drawing test was used to examine their achievement in Perspective Drawing. According to the results from the analyses, both Spatial Orientation and Perspective Drawing achievement levels of the subjects increased significantly in both the experimental group and the control group. However, it was determined that there was a statistically significant difference between the Spatial Orientation test rank-score means and the Perspective Drawing test rank-score means of the experimental group students and the control group students. It was concluded in light of these findings that computer-aided Perspective Drawings increased student achievement in Spatial Orientation and perspectivity. (Contains 6 figures and 6 tables.)
Effects of Guided Writing Strategies on Students' Writing Attitudes Based on Media Richness Theory
Author: Lan, Yu-Feng
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Writing Attitudes,Writing Strategies,Writing Instruction,Anxiety,Student Attitudes,Student Motivation,Grade 6,Printed Materials,Multimedia Materials,Educational Technology,Web Based Instruction,Instructional Design,Instructional Effectiveness,Interviews,Questionnaires,Student Surveys,Statistical Analysis,Comparative Analysis,Predictor Variables,Educational Theories

The purpose of this paper is to develop different guided writing strategies based on media richness theory and further evaluate the effects of these writing strategies on younger students' writing attitudes in terms of motivation, enjoyment and anxiety. A total of 66 sixth-grade elementary students with an average age of twelve were invited to join the experiment for a period of twelve weeks. A repeated-measure one-way ANOVA analysis was utilized to examine the differences among the three strategies including a rich media guided writing strategy, lean media guided writing strategy, and pen-and-paper guided writing strategy. The findings of this study showed the rich media guided writing strategy had higher significant differences than the pen-and-paper guided writing strategy in terms of writing attitudes toward motivation, enjoyment and anxiety. However, there were no significant differences between the rich media guided writing strategy and lean media guided writing strategy in terms of motivation and anxiety. The findings imply that providing a web-based learning environment with high richness media could guide students to write and achieve more positive writing attitudes in terms of motivation, enjoyment and anxiety. (Contains 5 figures and 5 tables.)
Elameer-Idrus Orbital E-Education Framework for the University of Mustansiriyah (Uomust)
Author: Elameer, Amer Saleem
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Electronic Learning,Higher Education,Distance Education,Developing Nations,War,Educational Development,Teacher Attitudes,Educational Technology,Internet,Influence of Technology,Questionnaires,Computer System Design,College Faculty,Teacher Surveys,Program Effectiveness

The study of the university of Mustansiriyah case show us very clear that university suffers from a lot of problems start from the security, technology, management, pedagogical and ethical. Based on a pre-questionnaire survey about e-learning results, interviews and studies show us the need to the complete e-education system. Continuous scrutiny and study of the Iraqi higher education showed us very clearly there was something missing and need to be more reinforced in our modified Khan framework especially with the revolution of the wireless technologies. A framework was designed with many added dimensions like stability, time, learner, content control, standardization, scalability and modularization. As a result, a new framework, is an &quot;ELAMEER-IDRUS&quot; orbit e-education framework with a good acceptance at the post evaluation process that was achieved from a group of 231 senior academics. (Contains 4 figures and 1 table.)
Embracing Complexity: Using Technology to Develop a Life-Long Learning Model for Non-Working Time in the Interdependent Homes for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author: Chiang, I-Tsun
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Medical Services,Autism,Quality of Life,Caregivers,Patients,Foreign Countries,Relaxation Training,Stress Management,Theories,Adults,Interviews,Comparative Analysis,Interaction,Models,Data Analysis,Health Services

The purpose of this study was to employ complexity theory as a theoretical framework and technology to facilitate the development of a life-long learning model for non-working time in the interdependent homes for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). A &quot;Shining Star Sustainable Action Project&quot; of the ROC Foundation for Autistic Children and Adults in Taiwan (FACT) was selected as the research target, and the staff of the FACT, the medical team of the Hualian Yuli Veteran Hospital, adults with autism and their families were interviewed, observed and analyzed to develop this model during four short-stays of the project from July 2009 to December 2010. Participant field observation and informal conversations were employed and qualitative data were analyzed by using the constant comparison method through application of QSR Nvivo 9. The results showed that dynamic interaction, mutual adaptation, self-organization and co-evolution are four key elements for developing a viable life-long learning model for non-working time in the interdependent homes for adults with ASD to adapt to the impact of an aging society, to improve the quality of medical services, and to enhance the quality of life for the medical teams, patients and their families.  The present study also found that the model help medical teams to avoid burnout by learning leisure skills and relaxation techniques, ways to release stress and how to enhance life-long learning for themselves and caregivers/patients' families. (Contains 5 figures and 1 table.)
Establishment and Usability Evaluation of an Interactive AR Learning System on Conservation of Fish
Author: Lin, Hao-Chiang Koong
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Animals,Conservation (Concept),Foreign Countries,Usability,Ichthyology,Educational Games,Computer Software Evaluation,Computer System Design,Computer Oriented Programs,Computer Simulation,Video Technology,Interactive Video,Program Descriptions,Conservation Education

In this study, we develop an interactive AR Learning System based on Augmented Reality and interactive touch-screen. The learning content knowledge is about conservation of fish in Taiwan. The system combines the game by the concept of AR book which allows children to learn about the importance of conservation of fish. A mechanism is designed to verify whether the game based on AR book well delivers the educational messages. The whole mechanism is an interactive game using touch screen to interact with the rod as a tool to get rid of the shackles of keyboard and mouse. It provides a more realistic interaction. The evaluation results show that the interactive AR Learning System has positive usability. (Contains 12 figures and 3 tables.)
Evaluation of Educational Television Programs for Distance Learning
Author: Akhter, Nasreen
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Developing Nations,Expertise,Content Validity,Test Validity,Educational Television,Teaching Methods,Student Problems,Open Universities,Adult Students,Mail Surveys,Access to Education,Instructional Effectiveness,Case Studies,Questionnaires,Student Surveys,Distance Education,Educational Technology

This study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of educational television programs in distance learning system. Using the procedure of survey method, this study finds out the worth of educational television programs. Its results are based on the responses of the learners of distance teaching system. The views of students were collected by using a questionnaire prepared by researcher because no standardized tool for the purpose of study was available. Questionnaire was developed by reviewing related literature on topic of study that was improved in light of the views of experts. Content validity and face validity of questionnaire was further determined by expert opinion. Results of the study indicated, ETV programs were very useful for students &amp; majority of students get benefit of it. Therefore, there were some problems as well. In the light of the results of this study it was also found that majority of students don't get the broadcasts schedule of ETV programs because of which they miss the ETV programs &amp; approximately half of the students who view the program cannot note down the important features of program because of slow writing speed and non availability of recording facilities.
ICT Training Courses for Teacher Professional Development in Jordan
Author: Abuhmaid, Atef
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Developing Nations,School Culture,Educational Change,Education Courses,Barriers,Inservice Teacher Education,Teaching Conditions,Teacher Motivation,Teacher Attitudes,Educational Technology,Instructional Effectiveness,Questionnaires,Interviews,Computer Uses in Education,Technology Integration

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is increasingly having pervasive role and presence in the educational milieu as it continues to shape all aspects of our lives. Numerous reform projects have been in place aiming to infuse ICT across education systems. Teachers are widely believed to be the key agents of any educational change. Accordingly, the Jordanian Ministry of Education adopted several ICT training courses aiming to prepare teachers to integrate ICT effectively across the curriculum. The current study focuses on the conduct and effectiveness of ICT training courses within the Jordanian education system. Interviews, questionnaires, direct classroom observations, and field-notes of classroom practices were used for data collection. The findings suggest that ICT professional development courses for teacher were helping them to improve their ICT skills and knowledge. However, other finding highlighted problems regarding the conduct and the nature of these courses including timing and modes of training, follow-up, teacher's belief, school culture, workload, and motivation, appeared to impact the effectiveness of training courses. (Contains 3 tables.)
Identifying the Computer Competency Levels of Recreation Department Undergraduates
Author: Zorba, Erdal
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Recreational Activities,Computers,Recreation,Computer Uses in Education,Computer Literacy,Internet,Undergraduate Students,Technology Integration,Physical Education,Foreign Countries,Statistical Analysis,Qualitative Research,Student Surveys,Measures (Individuals)

Computer-based and web-based applications are as major instructional tools to increase undergraduates' motivation at school. In the recreation field usage of, computer and the internet based recreational applications has become more prevalent in order to present visual and interactive entertainment activities. Recreation department undergraduates should develop their knowledge and skills in the use of computer as entertainment tools as well as support and guide people to use these technologies for recreation activities. However, some drawbacks are encountered in the integration of computers to recreation classes. The aim of this study is to investigate how often recreation department undergraduates use computers and related software for recreational purposes. Based on the findings of the research, some practical suggestions have been put forward. (Contains 1 figure and 2 tables.)
Informatics Education in Different Disciplines at University Level: Case Study--A Survey of Students' Attitude toward Informatics Technologies
Author: Tingoy, Ozhan
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Investigations,Student Attitudes,Private Colleges,Information Technology,Foreign Countries,Student Surveys,Intellectual Disciplines,Technology Uses in Education,Use Studies,Statistical Analysis,Questionnaires,Gender Differences,Self Esteem,Technology Integration,Performance Factors,Educational Technology,Information Science Education,Case Studies

This article presents a quantitative study on attitudes toward the usage of Information Technology related tools and applications. The study was conducted at a private university, Turkey, with 97 female and 113 male students involved as participants. They were each presented with a questionnaire to relate their attitudes toward IT and after undergoing a discrete IT course for the duration of one semester (15 weeks). The attitudes of the respondents were measured in terms of three dimensions, namely, usefulness, confidence and learning. Both genders exhibited the same levels of attitudes after undergoing the comprehensive IT course. The largest improvement for females and males was in the learning dimension which showed that their initial dislike toward IT was greatly reduced at the end of the course. In terms of confidence, female and male participants exhibited an enhanced confidence level after the course. One area of information technology quickly becoming ultimate is the field of Informatics. Information technology  is the area of managing technology and spans wide variety of areas that include but are not limited to things such as processes, computer software, information systems, computer hardware, programming languages, and data constructs. To meet this growing need universities are beginning to develop degree programs with the integration of Informatics. In response to the widespread use of and ever-changing nature of Informatics, various investigations were carried out regarding attitudes toward informatics. Employing people who understand Informatics is a top priority for industries, business, government, education and the military sectors. Informatics can be defined as the multidimensional use of technology to support knowledge discovery assisting the decision maker to achieve the organizational goals. Informatics incorporates the way data is collected, organized, analyzed, represented, filtered and managed. Totally this paper attempted to investigate university student attitudes toward the integration of Informatics Technology in their departments and factors contributing to their attitudes so as to provide some constructive information and suggestions for the adoption of technology in informatics education.
Integrating ICT at the Faculty Level: A Case Study
Author: Altun, Sadegul Akbaba
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Focus Groups,Interviews,Information Technology,Content Analysis,Computer Uses in Education,Case Studies,Technology Integration,Observation,Position Papers,Models,Schools of Education,Teacher Attitudes,Foreign Countries,Program Descriptions,Program Development

ICT integration can be realized at various levels: It can be at a state level (central government); at an institutional level (Higher Education Councils); at an organizational level (universities and schools); at a faculty level; at a department level, or at an individual level. Thus, ICT integration can be studied at macro level as a system, or it can be studied at micro level or can be studied together. In this study, ICT integration is studied at macro level which covers the ICT integration both at administrative and instructional levels. Although each level is interrelated with each other, the aim of this study is to investigate how ICT is integrated at the faculty level in an institution. Since ICT integration is a multi-faceted process and related to many factors, a qualitative case study is applied in order to understand this process in a holistic way with different angles. Data were collected through observations, official documents, individual semi-structured interviews and focus group interviews. Data were analyzed by using content analysis. Finally an ICT integration model is suggested. (Contains 3 figures.)
Internet Use and Breast Cancer Survivors
Author: Muhamad, Mazanah
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Intervention,Cancer,Patients,Foreign Countries,Internet,Access to Information,Surveys,Access to Computers,Medical Services,Knowledge Level,Health Services,Age Differences,Educational Attainment,Income,Place of Residence,Racial Differences,Ethnicity

A survey was administered to 400 breast cancer survivors at hospitals and support group meetings in Peninsular Malaysia to explore their level of Internet use and factors related to the Internet use by breast cancer survivors. Findings of this study indicated that about 22.5% of breast cancer survivors used Internet to get information about breast health issues. They had access to computer in their more personalized spaces such as at their home and in their workplace. Breast cancer survivors tended to use Internet to get information about cancer and treatment options especially on radiotherapy, chemotherapy, health management, treatment side effects and dietary practice. Majority of Internet users believed that information on the Internet were not useful to improve their knowledge about health care issues. Also, significant relationships exist between level of Internet use and five independent variables, including, age, education level, annual income, residence, and race/ethnicity. It is suggested that health care providers should realize how Web-based intervention programs can help breast cancer patients and then encourage patients to use Internet to get highly information to integrate them into their medical and psychological care. (Contains 1 table.)
Investigating the Relationship between Curiosity Level and Computer Self Efficacy Beliefs of Elementary Teachers Candidates
Author: Gulten, Dilek Cagirgan
Date: 2011-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Personality Traits,Self Efficacy,Lifelong Learning,Measures (Individuals),Beliefs,Investigations,Elementary School Teachers,Preservice Teachers,Foreign Countries,Gender Differences,Predictor Variables,Student Teacher Attitudes,Intellectual Disciplines,Computer Attitudes

Nowadays, &quot;lifelong learning individual&quot; concept is gaining importance in which curiosity is one important feature that an individual should have as a requirement of learning. It is known that learning will naturally occur spontaneously when curiosity instinct is awakened during any learning-teaching process. Computer self-efficacy belief is defined as &quot;individual's self-judgment related to computer using&quot;. In this context, this study is aimed to analyze the relation between elementary teacher candidates' curiosity level and computer self-efficacy belief who will raise the future information society. The study conducted with senior teacher candidates of Elementary Education Department--Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences and Elementary Education in Hasan Ali Yucel Education Faculty at Istanbul University in 2009-2010 academic years. &quot;Computer Self-Efficacy Belief Scale&quot; developed by Askar and Umay (2001) and &quot;Curiosity Scale&quot; adapted in Turkish by Demirel and Coskun (2009) were used as data collection tools. SPSS 13.00 was used for whether there is a relationship between data. According to gender variety, findings showed &quot;Self-Efficacy Belief regarding to computer did not differ, female students' curiosity level was statistically higher than male students, and there was a connection between total score of &quot;Self-Efficacy Belief Scale and Curiosity Scale&quot; total score and Width Dimension Score, but there is no connection with Depth Dimension Score. (Contains 6 tables and 1 footnote.)