ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Gender on Environmental Attitude: A Meta-Analysis Study
Author: Gökmen, Ahmet
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Gender Differences,Conservation (Environment),Environmental Education,Elementary Secondary Education,Higher Education,Student Attitudes,Educational Research,Theses,Journal Articles,Attitude Measures,Foreign Countries

The present study aims to analyze the results of the studies conducted on determining the effect of gender on the environmental attitudes of individuals through the meta-analysis method. To this end, literature consisting of studies conducted between the years 2009-2019 was reviewed. A total of 257 publications related to the subject were collected in a pool. In line with the inclusion criteria determined, 53 of these studies suitable for the coding protocol were included in the study. The sample of the study consisted of 22,103 individuals (12,188 females and 9,915 males). Calculation of the effect size of the studies and analyses for heterogeneity and publication bias were performed using the Comprehensive Meta Analysis statistical program. A high level of heterogeneous distribution was determined in the studies included in the meta-analysis. Therefore, the general effect size value of the gender variable on the environmental attitudes of the individuals was obtained as d = 0.28 using the random effects model. The results showed that gender variable affected environmental attitude in favor of females at a low level. In addition, the moderator analyses indicated that this difference was based on the participants' educational level and the highest difference occurred at the primary education level. Considering the results, it is recommended to start environmental education at an early age.
Adaptation of Innovative Edge Banding Trimmer for Technology Instruction: A University Case
Author: Capuyan, Dennis L.
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Equipment,Innovation,Technology Education,Student Attitudes,Teacher Attitudes,College Students,College Faculty,Foreign Countries

This study focuses on the adaptation of an innovative edge banding trimmer for technology instruction. This study also aimed to explore the respondent group's perceptions of the level of acceptability and effectiveness of innovated edge banding trimmer. Moreover, this study utilizes a survey to assess the perception of the faculty and student. The study used the descriptive-normative design to gather facts relevant for achieving the discussion details in planning, designing, and constructing the IEBT. The main instrument used to ascertain these parameters are the two survey questionnaires were researcher-made aligns with industry competencies, the statistician validated the reliability and consistency. Results revealed that the perceptions of the two respondent groups are statistically significant. Moreover, innovated edge banding trimmer shows a positive effect on the students' performance and output. Further, it implied that using innovated edge banding trimmer would make students work more efficiently and elevate quality. The research finding will allow the faculty and students to meet global needs in innovation and lifelong learning.
Developing Primary School Students&apos; Skills on General Developmental Exercises and Teachers&apos; Professional Development on Learning Technologies in Physical Education
Author: ?rnar, Ospankulov
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Elementary School Students,Elementary School Teachers,Teacher Attitudes,Skill Development,Psychomotor Skills,Exercise,Physical Education,Educational Technology,Cultural Background,Children,Grade 2,Foreign Countries,Faculty Development

This study aims to develop primary school students' general development exercise skills and reveal teachers' views about their professional development on learning technologies in physical education. Mixed method was used in the study with experimental and qualitative research methods. The main relevance of this study is an analysis that conducts an experiment of a system of general development exercises that are used to perform independently by primary school students to clarify, verify the results of the study and test an effective experimental method in this direction. During the study, the experimental groups and control group of primary school students were included and the results of experiment and qualitative data were analysed. In addition, the study revealed comparative data with analysis, synthesis, questionnaires, diagnostics and other practical methods. As a result of the experimental work, a system of specific general developmental exercises (GDE) aimed at developing the skills of independent performance by primary school students through GDE was developed. Elements of life movements taken from various roots of Kazakh national culture were introduced into the system of GDE within the framework of cooperation with class teachers, a series of thematic methodological seminars were held for physical education teachers and a methodological guide was developed. Results of this study provided practical implications for primary school teachers to use systems of a new direction of preparing children for a healthy lifestyle.
Meta-Subject Methodology Approach in the Training of Future Primary School Teachers
Author: Zhumabayeva, Zhazira
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Preservice Teacher Education,Elementary School Teachers,Foreign Countries,Interdisciplinary Approach,Teaching Methods,Metacognition

The urgent task of higher education is to comprehensively prepare future teachers for the implementation of state educational standards (SESs) for primary general, basic general and secondary full education, as well as mastering the requirements of the professional standard 'teacher'. The key requirements of the SES RK include the formation of subject, meta-subject and personal results of students. The concept of 'meta-subject learning outcomes' acts as an undoubted innovation of SES RK, which is still not highlighted enough in the scientific and educational literature. In this regard, the need arises for purposeful general professional and subject-methodological preparation of the future teacher for work on the formation and development of meta-subject results for students, mastering the basic educational programmes of general education. The topic of this article is related to the pressing issues of the meta-subject content of education at a pedagogical university. Particular attention is paid to the theoretical justification of meta-subject matter in scientific research. On the example of the author's programme of the new variable discipline 'Meta-subject approach in primary education', intended for students of the pedagogical direction of training, the basic conditions for the implementation of the meta-subject approach in network interaction with educational institutions are considered.
Students&apos; Perceptions of Content and Language Integrated Pedagogy via Electronic Communication (e-CLIP)
Author: Sengsri, Supanee
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Content and Language Integrated Learning,Computer Mediated Communication,Foreign Countries,Student Attitudes,Secondary School Students,Intervention,English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction

e-CLIP or Content and Language Integrated Pedagogy via Electronic Communication is an innovation in the Thai education system which supports the integration of electronic media and content-based English. e-CLIP is one of the tools developed to cope with the 21st century and has been integrated into several Thai schools in recent years. This research aims to compare students' perceptions of e-CLIP application in two distinct settings: a small and large-sized school. This study was conducted in Secondary Educational Service Area 39 Thailand. The data were collected through a survey, focus group interviews, and observations. The collected qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis. Additionally, descriptive and inferential statistics were performed to interpret the quantitative data. The quantitative findings exposed that students from both schools showed positive perceptions of integrating electronic media and content-based English in their classes. However, qualitative data showed that small-sized students were more motivated to participate in activities utilizing the e-CLIP model than those in the large-sized school.
Problems of Turkish Education System and Suggested Solutions: What Do Pre-Service Teachers Think?
Author: Öztekin Bayir, Özge
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Student Attitudes,Educational Practices,Problem Solving,Preservice Teacher Education,Student Characteristics,Teaching (Occupation),Physical Environment,Social Attitudes,Educational Policy

The main purpose of this study is to examine and put forward the opinions of pre-service teachers about the problems in the Turkish education system and their solution suggestions. The phenomenological model was used in the qualitatively designed study. The participants of the study are 148 students attending the education faculty of a university in the central Anatolia region in Turkey during the spring term of 2020-2021 academic year. The data of the study were collected through a data collection instrument prepared by the researchers and the participants were asked to fill out the instrument by replying to the questions. According to the analysis, the problems of Turkish education system and solutions suggested for these problems were classified under six themes: (i) knowledge provided at schools, (ii) student characteristics, (iii) teaching profession, (iv) physical environment, (v) society's perception and (vi) implemented policies.
A Thematic Content Analysis of the Qualitative Studies on FATIH Project in Turkey
Author: Cengiz, Ekrem
Date: 2020-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Qualitative Research,Educational Research,Research Needs,Program Implementation,Program Evaluation,Educational Technology,Technology Integration,Educational Equipment,Handheld Devices,Internet,Instructional Materials,Electronic Learning,Equal Education,Inservice Teacher Education,Educational Change,Foreign Countries,Elementary Secondary Education

The aim of this study is to examine studies conducted within the Movement to Increase Opportunities and Technology (FATIH) project in order to reveal the current position of the project and to determine further research gaps. A method based on thematic content analysis was used for the study. Academic studies that have been analyzed in research were obtained from databases such as the Higher Education Council (HEC) National Thesis Center, TUBITAK ULAKBIM Social and Humanities Database, ERIC, and Google Academic. A total of 137 studies were analyzed within the scope of the study. Following the examination of the papers, the study included 54 academic-study-specific criteria which were grouped under five main themes. These themes are (1) general ideas about the FATIH project; (2) views, ideas, and suggestions for the implementation of the FATIH project; (3) studies on the equipment of the FATIH project; (4) studies on the training related to the FATIH project; and (5) studies evaluating and analyzing the FATIH project. Within the scope of the FATIH project, it was seen that several studies were done under the three. As a result of this thematic content analysis, it is stated that there is a need for new studies on teacher education, hardware infrastructure, and e-content related to the FATIH project. Furthermore, it is suggested that teacher training should be provided periodically, especially for special to each course and software aspect be used in learning and teaching activities of the project should be strengthened by further diversification.
Determination of Middle School Students&apos; Mental Models about Science through Mind Maps
Author: Inel-Ekici, Didem
Date: 2020-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Middle School Students,Schemata (Cognition),Concept Mapping,Scientific Concepts,Freehand Drawing,Scientific Attitudes,Scientific Principles,Gender Differences,Instructional Program Divisions,Grade 5,Foreign Countries

Mind maps that contain visual and verbal elements can be thought of as an effective graphical tool that can be used to reveal the existing knowledge, opinions and perceptions of individuals about a concept through mental association. In this study, the aim was to determine the mental models of middle school students related to science by using mind maps in terms of their gender and grade levels. 104 middle school students who were studying at different grade levels participated in the study. The study takes the form of a case study supported by qualitative data. First of all, students were given training on how to make mind maps, and sample implementations were carried out. Later, students were asked to prepare a mind map about the concept of science. Students' mind maps were first scored by experts by taking into consideration the evaluation criteria with regard to mind maps. In the data analysis process, each mind map was examined by using a descriptive analysis technique, while the frequency and percent values of the most common expressions were calculated. The results of the analyses revealed that the students' mind maps scores did not differ significantly in terms of their gender. It was concluded that the fifth grade students' mind map scores were significantly lower than those of other grade students. Thematic analyses showed that students mostly associate science with technology, and offer more examples of natural sciences in mind maps.
The Cultivation of Self-Directed Learning in Teaching Mathematics
Author: Bishara, Saied
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Independent Study,Mathematics Instruction,Grade 9,Foreign Countries,Constructivism (Learning),Secondary School Mathematics,Thinking Skills,Faculty Development,Junior High School Teachers

This study examined students' ability to learn mathematics in a self-directed teaching environment. One of the main goals of the educational system is to nurture independent learners who can grow up to be inquisitive, critical, creative, and capable of piloting their own learning. This implies making a change in the way the role of the mathematics teacher is perceived in that the teacher must now become a mentor who supports and mediates learning, enabling students to construct a knowledge base of rules and methods in mathematics and acquire and experience ways of thinking that enable them to construct this knowledge. This qualitative study is based on interviews with four ninth-grade mathematics teachers and on in-class observations of teaching styles and teacher-student interactions. Our findings show that applying self-directed learning methods in class based on a constructivist approach to teach mathematics is an important factor in developing students' creativity and thinking. These findings suggest that developing this model of teaching should be recommended to teachers. Accordingly, this study also proposes a model for staff development programs that foster self-directed learning in mathematics. The model proposes that increasing teachers' awareness of their teaching process and training them to prepare learners to cope effectively with unfamiliar mathematical problems are goals to include in teacher training. This model of teaching may have far-reaching effects in pedagogy, e.g.: reducing drop-out numbers, improving achievements, and improving social interactions.
The Mediation Effects of Smartphone Addiction on Relationship between Aggression and Nomophobia
Author: Nuri, Cahit
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Handheld Devices,Addictive Behavior,Aggression,Fear,Graduate Students,Predictor Variables

The aim of this study is to research the mediational role of smartphone addiction on relationship between nomophobia and aggression level of university students. The data collected through the convenience samples over the Internet has reached a wider audience. The study group consisted of 307 university students. Smartphone Addiction Scale Short Form, Buss Perry Aggression Scale and Nomophobia Scale were used during the research process. In addition, Relational survey method used, and mediation model of Baron and Kenny's was used to analyze the mediation effect of smartphone. Smartphone usage is related to nomophobia and anger. Partial mediation effect of smartphone addiction was proved among nomophobia and anger. On the relation between aggression and nomophobia, the smartphone indirect effect value is %6.
Opinions of Primary School Teachers on Determination and Referral of Students with Learning Disabilities
Author: Firat, Tahsin
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Learning Disabilities,Content Analysis,Elementary School Teachers,Teacher Student Relationship,Teaching Methods,Knowledge Base for Teaching,Teacher Attitudes,Referral,Preservice Teacher Education,Case Studies,Self Esteem,Identification,Foreign Countries

The aim of this study is to examine the opinions of primary school teachers about what they pay attention to in determining students with learning disabilities and the ways they follow when they encounter with the students who are thought to be learning disabilities. Participants were 23 female and 26 male primary school teachers. Data were gathered using a semi-structured interview form consisting of two open-ended questions. In the analysis of the data, codes and categories were created by using content analysis technique. Four different themes (developmental features, academic features, personal characteristics and communication-based behaviors) were obtained in accordance with the teachers' opinions on identifying students with learning disabilities. In terms of teachers' opinions on what they do when they meet with students who are thought to be learning disabilities, the themes &quot;social activity&quot;, &quot;teaching methods&quot;, &quot;directing to the relevant individual or organization&quot;, &quot;cooperation&quot; and ten different categories related to these themes were obtained. These results were discussed with regard to literature and implementations. Prospective primary school teachers should receive hands-on training on learning disabilities at university level and activities aimed at increasing the knowledge of in-service teachers on this subject through in-service training should be diversified.
Student Retention in Turkish Higher Education through Lenses of Bio-Ecological Theory
Author: Ertem, Hasan Yücel
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Higher Education,Academic Persistence,College Students,Student Characteristics,Educational Environment,Student School Relationship,Interpersonal Relationship,Environmental Influences,Social Influences,Governance,School Policy,Family Influence,Cultural Influences,Time

Higher education not only improves individuals academically, socially, and emotionally but also provides any capital for societies and states. In order to serve this purpose, retention of students in higher education is greatly significant. Higher education institutions have complex structures and processes. Thus, their ecosystems are affected by both inner dynamics and outside pressure. However, a gap exists in the literature since student retention studies in the literature focused on narrower perspectives neglecting multi-dimensional situations. Therefore, there is a need for extensive perspectives drawing big and comprehensive picture of student retention in Turkey. The current study aims to investigate student retention in higher education context of Turkey through the lenses of Bronfenbrenner's Bio-Ecological Theory and to compare and contrast with international literature. Considering layers of theory which are microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem, retention concept was discussed in the context of core ideas of each layer. Finally, it was concluded that higher education system in Turkey should consider inclusion of multidimensional approaches to create an awareness about student retention.
Developing a Socioculturally-Appropriate Language Learning Strategies Questionnaire for Taiwanese University Students
Author: Berg, D. Ryan
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Sociocultural Patterns,Learning Strategies,Measures (Individuals),Case Studies,Factor Analysis,Foreign Countries,English (Second Language),Grounded Theory,Student Attitudes,Undergraduate Students,Taxonomy

Language learning strategies are an important variable in language learning, as they both facilitate learning and make learning more effective. Previous research has categorized and placed language learning strategies into taxonomies. However, despite calls for more socioculturally-appropriate strategy questionnaires, there is a paucity of language learning strategy inventories designed for specific populations. Because culture and cultural variables determine language learning strategy use, this cross-sectional mixed methods study seeks to develop the Taiwanese Inventory of Language Learning Strategies (TILLS). Qualitative data collected from 736 Taiwanese university students was coded, resulting in 45 language learning strategies. These strategies were combined with the indirect strategies from the Strategy Inventory of Language Learning (SILL). A distributed questionnaire resulted in 575 completed surveys that were then used for exploratory factor analysis (EFA). The findings resulted in 46 strategies across eight factors. Implications and limitations of this research are discussed.
Teaching and Assessing Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC): Experience with Student-Authored Critical Incidents
Author: Liu, Kai-Li
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teaching Methods,Intercultural Communication,Communicative Competence (Languages),Critical Incidents Method,Student Developed Materials,Cultural Differences,Communication Problems,Cultural Awareness,Learning Processes,Nonmajors,English (Second Language),Foreign Countries,Undergraduate Students,Ethnocentrism,Student Attitudes,Stereotypes,Course Content,Personality Traits

This paper examines a pedagogy of using a critical incidents-based (CI-based) method combining student-authored critical incidents, reflection, and interviews to teach and assess intercultural learning. The researcher used student-authored critical incidents as authentic cultural materials, with reflection on those incidents and interviews as assessment tools. The results generated from a thematic analysis and interviews showed this CI-based method was beneficial as a resource of valuable authentic contexts in which cross-cultural misunderstandings occur while also presenting cultural concepts to students. In addition, this CI-based method was used as a tool for reflective self-assessment, driving students to rethink and to reinterpret the situations they experienced. Some pedagogical suggestions are offered to make a contribution to teaching and research in intercultural competence pedagogy.