ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Supporting Deaf Students with Intellectual Disabilities through a Specialized Literacy Curriculum
Author: Berchin-Weiss, Janice
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Intellectual Disability,Curriculum Development,Special Needs Students,Writing Workshops,Curriculum Implementation,Reading Instruction,Deafness,Teamwork,Professional Development,Elementary School Curriculum,Units of Study,Scheduling,Writing Achievement,Reading Achievement

The incidence of d/Deaf students with intellectual disabilities in schools for the d/Deaf has increased; however, the development of curricula for this population has not kept up with this trend. A literacy curriculum was developed at St. Joseph's School for the Deaf (SJSD) to address the special needs of these students using a reading and writing workshop approach. The development of this curriculum began with organizing a Special Needs (SN) literacy team. The team consisted of two teachers, the educational supervisor, and two consultants; one focusing on literacy and the other focusing on cognition and the mediated learning approach. The unique aspect of this curriculum was that it integrated literacy and cognitive domains. The teachers implemented this curriculum using the mediated learning paradigm for interaction. This proved to be an effective intervention. Results of literacy assessment and teacher reports showed an increase in reading and writing levels. These results suggest that intentionally focusing on the development of cognition while supporting students as developing readers and writers is a successful model for d/Deaf students with intellectual disabilities.
The Influence of Electronic Dictionaries on Vocabulary Knowledge Extension
Author: Rezaei, Mojtaba
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Dictionaries,Electronic Publishing,Vocabulary Development,English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,College Students,Printed Materials,Foreign Countries,Gender Differences,Pretests Posttests

Vocabulary learning needs special strategies in language learning process. The use of dictionaries is a great help in vocabulary learning and nowadays the emergence of electronic dictionaries has added a new and valuable resource for vocabulary learning. The present study aims to explore the influence of Electronic Dictionaries (ED) Vs. Paper Dictionaries (PD) on vocabulary learning and retention of Iranian EFL learners. Seventy college students formed the participants of the study. Before the treatment, a Preliminary English Test was used for assessing the participants' homogeneity. The participants were assigned to Electronic Dictionary (ED) group and Paper Dictionary (PD) group. The treatment lasted for 15 sessions. Eighty-eight new target words were selected in order to be taught in this study. The ED group participants were asked to use their mobile dictionary (Blue Dict dictionary), that include eight popular different dictionaries. The participants of the PD group used their ordinary Paper Dictionaries for finding the meaning of words. In order to check their short-term and long-term vocabulary learning, both groups took part in an immediate and delayed post-test respectively after the treatment. Based on the t-test results, the participants in ED group outperformed those of PD group. The overall results indicate that EDs can improve vocabulary learning.
Examining the Relation between Emotional Intelligence and Happiness Status of Wellness Trainers
Author: Zorba, Ercan
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Emotional Intelligence,Wellness,Correlation,Coaching (Performance),Trainers,Foreign Countries,Surveys,Statistical Analysis,Regression (Statistics),Psychological Patterns,Questionnaires,Likert Scales

The purpose of this study is examining the relation between the emotional intelligence and happiness of the wellness coaches. 390 wellness coaches 282 of whom were women and 108 of whom were men participated voluntarily in the study. The participants were actively working as wellness coaches. The Emotional Intelligence Scale (EIS) whose Turkish adaptation was realized by Aslan; and the Oxford Happiness Scale, which was developed by Hills and Argyle whose adaptation into Turkish was realized by Dogan and Sapmaz were used as the data collection tools. The descriptive statistical methods, the t-test, One-Way Variance Analysis (ANOVA), regression analysis and Pearson Correlation tests were used for the analysis of the data. At the end of the study it was determined that there was no statistically significant differences between the happiness and emotional intelligence points of Wellness Coaches for Oxford Happiness Scale when these points were compared according to the genders (p&gt;0,05); and significant difference was determined in benefiting from emotions and optimism, which are the sub-dimensions of emotional intelligence scale (p&lt;0,05); no statistically significant differences were found in the sub-dimension of the expression of emotions (p&gt;0,05). It is observed that there is a positive relation at 0,383 level between the Oxford Happiness Scale and the Emotional Intelligence Scale. When the regression analysis results are examined, it is observed that the Emotional Intelligence Sub-dimensions explain the happiness at the medium level. The most explanatory one among the sub-dimensions is the optimism sub-dimension.
Virtual Communities as a Social and Cultural Phenomenon
Author: Atici, Bünyamin
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Qualitative Research,Interviews,Ethnography,Observation,Foreign Countries,Computer Mediated Communication,Cultural Influences,Social Media,Web Sites,Computer Games,Internet,Surveys,Individual Characteristics,Attitude Measures,Statistical Analysis

The developments which were experienced in the communication and technology area made internet an important part of the daily life. In this respect, the virtual communities are in prominent place which are insulated from the time and place. In the study, Hakkarim.net is researched that formed our subject as one of the most different examples of these virtual communities. A qualitative research which is based on the observation fundamentally and richened with a survey and in-depth interviews is carried out in accordance with the ethnographic research which is used in this study. The behavior-oriented observations are performed and the oral reports are arranged with the requirements that the research is performed in the natural environment. In the research, the participants define being member of Hakkarim.net which they turned into a social sharing network and virtual community as commitment, unrequited love, happiness, belonging and entertainment respectively. The findings show that the persons in Hakkarim.net were expressing the everything they could not find in the real life, women, chats, words and dreams in this geography in which the people struggle with the problems such as terror, unemployment, violence and the feeling of being marginalized for years in Turkey.
Opinions of the Teachers Related with the Positive and Negative Aspects of the Authentic Task-Based Approach in Foreign Language Education
Author: Karakoc, Berna
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Secondary School Teachers,Teacher Attitudes,Opinions,Second Language Instruction,Teaching Methods,Qualitative Research,Semi Structured Interviews,Secondary School Students,Instructional Effectiveness,Content Analysis,English (Second Language),English Teachers

This study has been made for researching the efficacy of the authentic task-based approach in secondary school 5th grade foreign language course. Interview technique from the qualitative research method is used in the study. The data is collected through the semi-structured interviews and the opinions of the teachers. The research process is made in April-May 2015 and is carried out with 5th grade students of Kadriye Abdulmecit Özgözen Secondary School and total 52 students as to be 26 in control group and 26 in experimental group have participated to the study. The opinions of the teachers in the study related with the authentic tasks are generally considered as positive however, they mention about some negativities that may be confronted during the implementation stage.
Using Knowledge Building to Foster Conceptual Change
Author: Lee, Chwee Beng
Date: 2016-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Discourse Analysis,Constructivism (Learning),Concept Formation,Researchers,Teachers,Educational Change,Epistemology,Educational Environment,Instructional Design

In recent years, there have been many exchanges of perspectives and debates in the field of conceptual change. Most of the classical views on conceptual change have been criticized, and there have been recent discussions around bridging the cognitive and socio-cultural approaches in the research on conceptual change. On the other hand, researchers and educators in the knowledge building communities have been working towards advancing the frontier of knowledge work and knowledge creation in education in order to cope with the challenges of an emerging knowledge society. In this paper, we examine some of the main principles of knowledge building in relation to fostering conceptual change with reference to specific examples. Specifically, we highlight the foundational goal of knowledge building with respect to conceptual change.
An Analysis of Studies on Organizational Citizenship Behaviors in Turkey: 2000-2015
Author: Yaylaci, Ali Faruk
Date: 2016-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Behavior,Industrial Psychology,Qualitative Research,Content Analysis,Research,Journal Articles,Doctoral Dissertations,Masters Theses,Turkish,English,Research Design,Universities,Periodicals

In recent years, the number of studies on the organizational citizenship behaviors (OCBs) that reflect the mainstream tendencies has dramatically increased especially in the field of business and educational sciences in Turkey. On the other hand, there is a need for a new conceptualization of the OCBs better suited to educational organizations. An overall evaluation of education-related studies on the OCBs with a holistic approach would be highly fruitful to meet this need. Prompted by such a motive, the purpose of this study is to make a general evaluation on the course of studies on the OCBs in Turkey in the last decade, from 2000 to 2015. This study was designed as a qualitative research. Data were collected through the document analysis, and analyzed in light of the questions about conceptualization of OCBs, method, sample, related structures, etc. According to findings of the study, it is seen that quantitative studies predominate the field. The studies focus on the antecedents of OCBs and the relation between OCBs and such structures as the organizational justice, commitment, leadership, work performance, organizational trust and organizational culture. The studies on the OCBs strongly reflect the approaches developed for business organizations.
Pre-Service Teachers Identify Connections between Teaching-Learning and Literacy Strategies
Author: Liu, Kimy
Date: 2016-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Literacy,Preservice Teachers,Professional Identity,Educational Strategies,Teaching Skills,Direct Instruction,Reflection,Student Teaching,Special Needs Students,Capacity Building,Reading Difficulties,Reading Tests

This study explores the transformation of pre-service teachers in their attainment of effective teaching skills. Pre-service teachers learn about the learning-to-read process and implementations of component skills of teaching reading within the practicum. More importantly, pre-service teachers achieve a meaningful understanding of the declarative, procedural and strategic knowledge of working with struggling readers as well as the merits, utilities and appropriate applications of important literacy skills. Through reflecting, rehearsing, and revising teaching/learning practices, pre-service teachers are able to augment scripted Direct Instruction curriculum to improve student reading performance, and further generate meaningful learning gains that promote sustainability for themselves and their students.
Health Education in the Twitosphere: Will You Follow?
Author: Fettrow, Elizabeth A.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Adults,Internet,Social Media,Telecommunications,Age Differences,Electronic Libraries,Access to Information,Health,Health Education,Teacher Education Programs,Assignments,Technology Uses in Education,Educational Technology

Data concerning the prevalence of adult internet and social networking use confirm that Twitter use among adults ages 18-29 years old is greater than any other adult age group. The purpose of this article is to describe how the popular social media platform Twitter can be used as an electronic library, specifically a means of organizing and storing health-related information for professional use. Additionally, this article will outline the processes and procedures of an assignment incorporating Twitter, explain how the assignment was integrated into health education teacher education, and how it can be adapted to suit the needs of other target groups.
The Effects Multiple Intervention and Prevention Programs Have on the Graduation and Dropout Rates of Two Major Urban School Districts in Texas
Author: Briones, Ernestina M.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Intervention,Prevention,Program Effectiveness,Graduation Rate,Dropout Rate,Urban Schools,School Districts,Multivariate Analysis,Grounded Theory,Hispanic American Students,African American Students,White Students,High School Students,High Schools,Statistical Analysis

In the United States, seven thousand students drop out of school every day (Alliance for Excellence Education, 2010); that is more than one million per year (Balfanz &amp; Bridgeland, 2014). Administrators, former educators and private entities have taken an interest in the dropout epidemic and have developed numerous dropout prevention and intervention programs to address the problem; however, little research exists on the effectiveness of dropout prevention programs. The purpose of this study was to determine the statistical difference between the schools with multiple intervention programs as well as their graduation and dropout rates and between race and the graduation and dropout rates from two urban school districts in Texas. Quantitative data was collected and analyzed from TEA's AEIS and TAPR reports for the classes of 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. A two-way multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) was conducted, and it was determined there was a statistical significant difference between the schools with multiple intervention programs on the dependent measures (graduation and dropout rates). A significant difference was also found between Hispanic, African American and white (race) on the dependent measures.
Determining Classroom Placement for First Year English Language Learner Students
Author: Peña, Rodrigo H.
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Student Placement,English Language Learners,Language Proficiency,Immersion Programs,Teaching Methods,Student Needs,Code Switching (Language),Faculty Development,Bilingual Education,Semi Structured Interviews,Coding,Teachers,Immigrants,Educational Legislation,Federal Legislation,Qualitative Research

This study explores classroom placement for first year English Language Learner (ELL) students from the perspective of a dual language director and two bilingual education strategists. The study strives to interrogate classroom placement for first year ELL students whose language proficiency level is at beginning level. Through a process of coding data from interviews with the two bilingual strategists and the dual language coordinator, several significant themes emerged. These included the need for educators to: have the knowledge of full English immersion strategies, keep a balanced approach in the classroom, be aware of student frustration, understand code switching, and take advantage of professional development. The findings from this study will help school districts and administrators consider classroom placement options for first year ELL students whose language proficiency level is at beginning level.
An Introduction to Biological Modeling Using Coin Flips to Predict the Outcome of a Diffusion Activity
Author: Butcher, Greg Q.
Date: 2016-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Biology,Comparative Analysis,Simulation,Questionnaires,Prediction,Mathematical Models,Probability,Statistics,Physics,Neurosciences,Majors (Students),Laboratory Experiments,College Students

In order to increase students' awareness for and comfort with mathematical modeling of biological processes, and increase their understanding of diffusion, the following lab was developed for use in 100-level, majors/non-majors biology and neuroscience courses. The activity begins with generation of a data set that uses coin-flips to replicate movement of dye molecules at an interface of a permeable gel. The class results are then collapsed into a single data set that is used to predict the movement of real dye molecules over time, which are then measured by students in a &quot;wet-lab&quot; activity.
E-Portfolios Rescue Biology Students from a Poorer Final Exam Result: Promoting Student Metacognition
Author: Haave, Neil
Date: 2016-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Molecular Biology,Portfolios (Background Materials),Learning Experience,Undergraduate Students,Science Instruction,Assignments,Internet,Science Tests,Test Results,Learner Engagement,Cytology,Outcomes of Education,Student Evaluation,Web Sites,Foreign Countries

E-portfolios have the potential to transform students' learning experiences. They promote reflection on the significance of what and how students have learned. Such reflective practices enhance students' ability to articulate their knowledge and skills to their peers, teachers, and future employers. In addition, e-portfolios can help assess the ability of teachers and institutions to inculcate students with their core learning objectives and skills. In 2012/13, I piloted the use of an e-portfolio assignment in a sophomore molecular cell biology course to determine whether it could enhance student learning. My pilot assignment found: 1. The e-portfolio rescued students from a poorer final exam result relative to their midterm exam--students who did not complete the e-portfolio assignment had a greater probability of performing more poorly on the final relative to the midterm exam (p = 0.004); 2. E-portfolios can enhance student engagement; 3. Google Sites works well as an e-portfolio platform; 4. Instructors do not need to be technical experts when the e-portfolio platform is embedded in students' everyday digital life; 5. Instructors are able to focus on developing students' learning outcomes associated with e-portfolio assignments when e-portfolios are so embedded; 6. Students may choose whichever e-portfolio platform they prefer, needing only to submit a URL to their e-portfolio for grading.
Comparing Effects of Comedic and Authoritative Video Presentations on Student Knowledge and Attitudes about Climate Change
Author: Carter, B. Elijah
Date: 2016-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Video Technology,Comparative Analysis,Student Attitudes,Climate,Instructional Effectiveness,Teaching Methods,Knowledge Level,Media Literacy,Comedy,Mass Media Use,Technology Uses in Education,News Media,Mass Media Role,Television,Political Issues,Popular Culture,Scientific Literacy,Scientific Attitudes,Introductory Courses,Biology,College Students,College Science,Correlation,Control Groups,Experimental Groups,Scientists,Intervention

Given the diverse array of media sources available to students today, it stands to reason that some media outlets would be of greater quality than others when communicating particular subjects to students. But what constitutes effectiveness among the many choices in information sourcing might not be easily intuited. For example, previous findings have shown viewers of comedy &quot;news&quot; shows (the type of news show most frequently watched by younger viewers) to be better informed on some issues than viewers of other &quot;news&quot; outlets such as Fox News, CNN, or MSNBC. As students encounter them on their own, and as instructors often introduce topics using clips from current popular programs, we sought to compare the effects of two different sets of videos, one comedic and one authoritative scientific, on students' knowledge of and attitudes towards climate change as well as how the two sets of videos were received by students. Surprisingly, we found no difference in effects on students' knowledge of or attitudes towards climate change. We did find however, that students generally felt that the authoritative videos were more likely to influence the way someone might vote, and that liberal students felt both videos were slightly more likely to influence voting than conservative students. We also note a disjunction between self-reported understanding of climate science and actual knowledge thereof, and we make suggestions for future studies on media related to climate change and for climate change educators.
A Simple Approach to Collecting Useful Wildlife Data Using Remote Camera-Traps in Undergraduate Biology Courses
Author: Christensen, David R.
Date: 2016-05-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Undergraduate Study,Undergraduate Students,Biology,Higher Education,Wildlife,Comparative Analysis,Learning Experience,Photography,Inquiry,Laboratory Experiments

Remote camera-traps are commonly used to estimate the abundance, diversity, behavior and habitat use of wildlife in an inexpensive and nonintrusive manner. Because of the increasing use of remote-cameras in wildlife studies, students interested in wildlife biology should be exposed to the use of remote-cameras early in their academic careers. Although there is a rich literature on the use of remote-cameras in wildlife studies, few have provided meaningful examples within an academic course setting. Due to the time constraint of a typical semester, many laboratory exercises generate data sufficient for the activity but lack inference to actual wildlife populations. This article describes a series of laboratory exercises that are both useful to student learning and provide relevant biological data. Students use remote-cameras to measure diversity, diel behavior (i.e. over a 24-hour period) and the relative abundance of mammals in a biological corridor. Other abundance methods such as mark-recapture or random encounter models that require marked individuals and/or extensive temporal and spatial methodology are often not practical in a course framework. The approach described in this article teaches students about research design and local wildlife abundance and behavior, using simple methodologies employed over a three-lab period.