ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Mastery of Course Learning Outcomes in ODL: A Case Study of the Pearson eCollege Learning Outcome Manager
Author: Abeywardena, Ishan Sudeera
Date: 2013-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Case Studies,Open Education,Distance Education,Open Universities,Course Evaluation,Summative Evaluation,Formative Evaluation,Learning Modules,Mastery Tests,Outcome Measures,Courseware,Program Implementation,Database Management Systems,Electronic Learning,Correlation,Scores,Grading,Evaluation Methods,Foreign Countries

The constant emphasis on maintaining a high level of quality in the Open Distance Learning (ODL) self directed courses delivered at Wawasan Open University (WOU) demands the accurate assessment of course learning outcomes (CLO). The summative and formative assessment components of each course module are, in theory, designed to effectively measure the mastery of a set of CLO by an adult learner. However, in reality, there is no real scrutiny of the assessments at WOU to ascertain whether a learner has achieved the expected mastery of a CLO. The general assumption is that the assessment marks are an indication of the mastery of a particular set of CLO measured in a specific assessment component. With the aim of identifying whether assessment marks are indeed reflective of the mastery of a set of CLO, a study was conducted to implement the &quot;Person eCollege Learning Outcome Manager&quot; software application. This paper discusses the methodology and findings of this study and provides several suggestions for the smooth implementation of the Learning Outcome Manager.
Mobile Technology: Implications of Its Application on Learning
Author: Adeyemo, Samuel Adesola
Date: 2013-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Handheld Devices,Distance Education,Educational Opportunities,Equal Education,Focus Groups,Technology Uses in Education,Usability,Assignments,Barriers,Student Attitudes,Preferences,College Students,Qualitative Research

Learning in Nigeria is considered to have taken a new dimension as the Distance Learning Centre (DLC) of the University of Ibadan has created wider access to learning through the application of mobile technology to learning with particular reference to mobile phones use for the teaching and learning process. By this, the Centre seeks to achieve one of the major objectives of the Nigerian National Policy on Education, which is the provision of equal educational opportunities to all citizens at different levels of education. The paper therefore presents the attendant challenges of introducing such an innovative idea to learning at the University of Ibadan using a sampled population of 201 in a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) held among learners under the Distance Learning platform to establish the benefits and problems of using mobile phones for learning in the University of Ibadan.
Using ICT-Supported Narratives in Teaching Science and Their Effects on Middle School Students
Author: Ekici, Fatma Taskin
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Middle School Students,Teaching Methods,Science Instruction,Science Achievement,Self Efficacy,Student Attitudes,Scientific Concepts,Grade 6,Quasiexperimental Design,Multiple Choice Tests,Attitude Measures,Statistical Analysis,Pretests Posttests,Comparative Analysis,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Foreign Countries

Effective and sustainable science education is enriched by the use of visuals, auditory, and tactile experiences. In order to provide effective learning, instruction needs to include multimodal approaches. Integrating ICT supported narrations into learning environments may provide effective and sustainable learning methods. Investigated in this research is the effect on students' achievements, self-efficacy perceptions and attitudes towards science from ICT supported fables and &quot;Force and Motion&quot; topics used in a 6th grade science course. A quasi-experimental (Pre-tests and post-tests with control group) research design was adopted to conduct the study. Participants were 44 (23 of experimental and 21 of control) 6th grade middle school students. Multiple choice &quot;force and motion achievement test&quot;, &quot;science self-efficacy perception scale&quot; and &quot;attitudes towards science scale&quot; were applied. Parametric (Independent samples t-Tests and paired samples t-Test) and non-parametric (Man-Whitney U test and the Wilcoxon signed-rank test) were used via SPSS statistical analysis software (v.16.0). As results, it has been emerged that the application had positive effect on students' achievement, self-efficacy perceptions and attitudes towards science.
Assessment in Open and Distance Learning System (ODL): A Challenge
Author: Chaudhary, S. V. S.
Date: 2013-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Distance Education,Open Education,Educational Strategies,Educational Practices,Evaluation Methods,Evaluation Problems,Evaluation Needs,Open Universities,Student Evaluation,Educational Change,Change Strategies,Barriers

Assessment is an integral part of the learning process. The traditional practice of assessment has changed to meet the need of the contemporary society. In this paper assessment strategies used in Open and Distance Education are discussed and constructive suggestions are given to meet the challenges of assessment. Recently we experience a paradigm shift in assessment both in face-to-face and ODL system. Content-based testing has shifted to performance-based assessment. Assessment is no longer used for grading and certification, rather it has linked with learning and skill development of the students. Instead of a single paper pencil test, a variety of techniques and methods are being increasingly conducted. In this context assessment in the ODL system has adopted a new shape to provide better assessment judgments to its students and at the same time helping teachers and administrators. Coping with the changing scenario in ODL we face challenges addressed extensively in this article.
Perceptions of Teachers and Students towards Educational Application of SNS and Its Educational Effects in Middle School Class
Author: Lee, June
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Middle School Teachers,Middle School Students,Social Media,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Computer Uses in Education,Interviews,Instructional Effectiveness,Foreign Countries,Questionnaires

SNS use by youth is a growing trend. However, there is a lack of studies on how the application of SNS can contribute to learning and public education for youth. As SNS was not originally developed for educational purposes, there is a possibility that it can be used for meaningful educational activity or that its application can lead to the opposite result. This study aims to investigate educational applications and effects of SNS in class through in-depth interviews with middle school teachers and students. Two teachers and 20 students using SNS in the classroom participated in this research. Data was collected through in-depth and written interviews. Course materials were also collected and all data were analyzed. The results of this study are as follows. SNS can be used for not only subject education but also for various kinds of learning activities. Positive effects were found such as expanding the face-to-face communication opportunities of teachers and students, increasing the frequencies of interactions, and widening the spectrum of educational opportunities and variety when properly applied. SNS was also applied for effective class management and student guidance work. However, as negative effects of SNS application including students' exposure to unhealthy information and cyber-bullying were reported, further efforts are needed to identify appropriate methods of using SNS for educational purpose.
The Role and Use of E-Materials in Vocational Education and Training: The Case of Slovenia
Author: Mažgon, Jasna
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Vocational Education,Program Implementation,Technology Uses in Education,Secondary School Students,Secondary School Teachers,Electronic Publishing,Use Studies,Incidence,Fundamental Concepts,Media Literacy,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Educational Resources,Educational Technology,Educational Practices,Questionnaires

In the paper some issues and problems regarding the implementation of ICT in initial vocational education and training in Slovenia are discussed. After the brief analysis of the main theoretical characteristics of ICT and e-materials, the key findings from the recent EU survey on the ICT in schools are presented and some conclusions on the basis of the results of the ICILS study are drawn. In the second part of the article, some of the most relevant findings from the empirical research conducted on the representative sample of Slovenian secondary VET teachers and students are summarized and interpreted. We have asked teachers and students how often do they use offline and online available e-materials in teaching and learning and how do they evaluate their usefulness. While being quite critical towards the usefulness of available e-materials, the vast majority of teachers and students also claim that they use e-materials quite rarely. The reasons for such results should be further explored, compared with relevant statistical data in the national as well as international context, and appropriate systemic measures should be introduced.
Computer-Assisted Pronunciation Learning in a Collaborative Context: A Case Study in Taiwan
Author: Tsai, Pi-hua
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Assisted Instruction,Pronunciation,Computer Software,Teaching Methods,Educational Technology,Foreign Countries,College Students,Cooperative Learning,English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Language Proficiency,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Comparative Analysis,Pretests Posttests

Computer-assisted pronunciation training (CAPT) software provides language learners with an individualized free environment where they can have access to unlimited input and repetitive practice pronunciation at their own pace. This study explores the impact of CAPT on 90 Taiwanese college students' pronunciation learning and examines if other kinds of mediation, such as peer support, could enhance its effect. It includes two experimental groups using &quot;MyET,&quot; a CAPT program designed in Taiwan, either independently (i.e., the Self-Access CAPT Group) or with peers (i.e., the Collaborative CAPT Group) while the control group only had access to MP3 files for practice. Though the quantitative results did not indicate group difference, the qualitative analysis showed that all three groups went through different learning processes. The Self-Access CAPT Group reported the most frequency in the category of &quot;self-monitoring of language learning and production&quot; while the Collaborative CAPT Group had the most frequency in the categories of &quot;gains and strategies.&quot; Lacking the mediation of peers and the feedback from &quot;MyET,&quot; the MP3 Group reported the highest frequency in &quot;difficulties&quot; and the least frequency of &quot;gains and strategies&quot; during the practice. Some pedagogical implications are also presented.
The Comparison of Accuracy Scores on the Paper and Pencil Testing vs. Computer-Based Testing
Author: Retnawati, Heri
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Scores,Accuracy,Computer Assisted Testing,English (Second Language),Language Tests,Language Proficiency,Test Theory,Test Reliability,Item Response Theory,Comparative Analysis,Statistical Analysis,Foreign Countries

This study aimed to compare the accuracy of the test scores as results of Test of English Proficiency (TOEP) based on paper and pencil test (PPT) versus computer-based test (CBT). Using the participants' responses to the PPT documented from 2008-2010 and data of CBT TOEP documented in 2013-2014 on the sets of 1A, 2A, and 3A for the Listening and Reading section, the researcher estimated the reliability estimation results using classical test theory and the value of information function and on the item response theory on PPT are then compared with CBT, which has the greater reliability and the value of information functions is said to be more accurate. The study shows that with the classical test theory approach, the reliability coefficients between the scores of the results of PPT and those of CBT are almost the same, and using the item response theory, it was found that although the value of the information function on PPT and CBT are relatively similar in several subtests, there is a tendency for participants with the moderate ability that CBT is more accurate than PPT, and for the low and high ability of participants, PPT tends to be more accurate than CBT.
Establishing a Multidimensional Interaction in Science Instruction: Usage of Mobile Technology
Author: Yilmaz, Özkan
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Science Instruction,College Science,Handheld Devices,Electronic Learning,Instructional Effectiveness,Science Achievement,Learning Strategies,Semi Structured Interviews,Content Analysis,Questionnaires,Achievement Tests,Audience Response Systems,Mixed Methods Research,College Students,College Faculty,Foreign Countries,Multivariate Analysis

The aim of this study is to examine the effect of mobile technology use in university science instruction on students' academic achievement and self-regulation skills. An experimental study is conducted to test the use of mobile in-class interaction system (M-CIS) and to determine the change in students' academic achievement and self-regulation skills in a science class. Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaires, Academic Achievement Tests and Semi-structured interview forms are used as data collection instruments. In the data analysis process, descriptive statistics, covariance analysis (ANCOVA), Mann-Whitney U test and content analysis are used. At the end of the study, it is found that the use of mobile technology in science instruction sustained to be effective in increasing students' academic achievement. Besides, the M-CIS provided significant changes in teaching, instruction and learning atmosphere, as well as students' and teachers' affective outcomes.
Mobile Applications' Impact on Student Performance and Satisfaction
Author: Alqahtani, Maha
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Electronic Learning,Handheld Devices,Participant Satisfaction,Student Attitudes,Electronic Publishing,Courseware,Islam,Student Behavior,Information Systems,Computer Science Education,Student Surveys,Semitic Languages,Knowledge Representation,Natural Language Processing,Questionnaires,Usability,Student Motivation,Academic Achievement,Educational Practices,Educational Technology,Higher Education,Foreign Countries

Mobile applications are rapidly growing in importance and can be used for various purposes. They had been used widely in education. One of the educational purposes for which mobile applications can be used is learning the right way to read and pronounce the verses of the Holy Quran. There are many applications that translate the Quran into several languages. In addition, there are applications that help users to read the Quran, and search for a particular word or phrase in the text as well as listening to verses of the Holy Quran. This research aims to study the relationships of behavioral factors and perceived usefulness of using the mobile application &quot;Say Quran&quot; for learning Quran on students' perceived performance, satisfaction and behavior. In this research a group of 118 students of the Computer Sciences and Information Systems College at Al Imam Muhammed Bin Saud Islamic University who are studying the Holy Quran course had been asked to use the application to help them on studying the Quran, then a survey had been distributed in order to collect the data. The results from this study provide evidence that there is a positive relationship between mobile application &quot;Say Quran&quot; and students' perceived performance, satisfaction and behavior while engaged in studying the Holy Quran.
Integration of Technology Enhanced Learning within Business Organizations: Which Strategy to Choose?
Author: Kaminskiene, Lina
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Technology Integration,Electronic Learning,Business,Employee Attitudes,Workplace Learning,Corporate Education,National Surveys,Statistical Analysis,Questionnaires,Adult Education,Foreign Countries

The article discusses a responsible and a responsive strategic organizational approach for a smooth integration of technology enhanced learning (TEL). A response to external and internal contingencies and an involvement of different stakeholders into the development and implementation of the so-called eLearning strategies is one of the approaches which may facilitate TEL integration within different types of organizations. A survey carried out in 2014 in sought to investigate how employees perceive and accept organizational strategies and organizational approaches to TEL integration. Research results helped to identify the most sensible areas for eLearning strategies developers and to highlight responsible and responsive approaches for TEL integration. The framework parameters for TEL integration discussed and analysed in the article may serve as a scientifically approved benchmarking tool for organisations which are in the process or planning to integrate TEL.
Mathematics and Children's Literature Linked by E-Books
Author: Camposa, Helena
Date: 2015-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Childrens Literature,Mathematics Instruction,Teacher Education,Elementary School Students,Electronic Publishing,Technology Uses in Education,Foreign Countries,Mathematical Concepts,Teaching Methods

As a link between Mathematics and children's literature, the e-book emerges from the need to enrich the teaching and learning of mathematics through the use of content which illustrations are made by children from stories included in children's literature. In this paper we describe some educational experiments with some connection of these two areas that was implemented in Teacher Training with eight/nine years old pupils. The entire process of building an e-book created great enthusiasm in these students and motivated us to further develop this work. Throughout this educational experiment, children had always been available to do what they were asked with moments of great participation, as well as in the final discussions. With this educational experience we were able to build bridges with technology enhancing the learning of mathematics through imagination.
Teacher Evaluations: Use or Misuse?
Author: Warring, Douglas F.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Evaluation,Use Studies,Relevance (Education),Outcome Measures,Merit Rating,Formative Evaluation,Summative Evaluation,Student Characteristics,Standardized Tests,Test Reliability,Test Validity,Evaluation Problems,Evaluation Research,Value Added Models

This manuscript examines value added measures used in teacher evaluations. The evaluations are often based on limited observations and use student growth as measured by standardized tests. These measures typically do not use multiple measures or consider other factors in the teaching and learning process. This manuscript identifies some of the factors usually not taken into account in teacher evaluations and suggests ways to improve the teacher evaluation process. This manuscript advocates use of multiple measures in the both formative and summative evaluation of teachers and suggests the inclusion of specific student characteristics and a collegial process that needs to make the teacher evaluation process fair and more meaningful.
Composing Songs for Teaching Science to College Students
Author: Yee Pinn Tsin, Isabel
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,College Students,Science Instruction,Musical Composition,Chemistry,Comprehension,Retention (Psychology),Singing,Questionnaires

Recent studies have shown that songs may enhance learning as they function as mnemonic devices to increase memorability. In this research, songs based on the more difficult subtopics in Chemistry were composed, encompassing many formulas, equations and facts to be remembered. This technique of song composition can be used in any subject, any point of time and any tune can be used. Songs can be utilized for any class size, from tutorials to lecture halls. It was found in this study that students understood and retained key information better. In addition, songs added variety to classroom learning experiences, lowered students' stress levels, increased enjoyment and engaged students more effectively by catering for students with different learning styles.
The Effect of New Experimental System Design Related to the Plasma State on Achievement of Candidate Elementary Science Teachers
Author: Korkmaz, S. D.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Elementary School Science,Educational Objectives,Science Education,Achievement Tests,Science Tests,Statistical Analysis,Scoring Rubrics,Comparative Analysis,Pretests Posttests,Science Experiments,Chemistry

The educational objectives related to the plasma state of matter, which comprises more than 90% of our universe, are located in the &quot;properties of substances&quot; unit in the 9th grade high school physics course curriculum. If there are physical and technical limitations while performing an experiment, the use of different techniques is recommended, such as demonstration experiments or simulations. Performing experiments related to the plasma state, which is the topic of this study, is very difficult in the classroom due to technical limitations. Thus, students cannot achieve the educational objectives related to the plasma state of matter. In addition, in Turkey, university curricula of elementary science education departments do not include lectures on plasma. The purpose of this study is to increase students' comprehension of the plasma state of matter and its properties. The newly designed experimental system and simulations are intended to answer the following questions: &quot;What is plasma?&quot; &quot;What are the general characteristics of plasma?&quot; &quot;How can plasma be created in the laboratory?&quot; For this purpose, a research group was established. The research group participants include: 28 female and 4 male elementary science education teacher candidates from Eskisehir Osmangazi University. Data were collected by an achievement test which includes 10 multiple-choice and 10 essay-type questions (to determine the reasons behind students' answers) developed by the researchers. Essay questions were scored with a rubric. The achievement test was administered before and after the experiment, and mean scores were compared by an independent samples t-test. In addition, the students' answers to the essay-type questions were compared by their rubric scores. The results of the independent samples t-test indicated that the students' mean post-test score was significantly higher than their mean pre-test score. In addition, rubric scores showed that students answered multiple-choice questions based on a higher level of understanding of plasma.