ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Meta-Narrative on Guidance and Counselling in Schools
Author: Thamarasseri, Ismail
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: School Guidance,School Counseling,Counselor Role,Counseling Services,Counseling Techniques,Program Evaluation,Educational Benefits

The purposes of guidance and counselling provide emphasis and strength to the educational program. The major goals of counselling are to promote personal growth and to prepare students to become motivated workers and responsible citizens. The chief aim of an educational guidance is to develop the ability of co-ordinating with the school environment in the pupils to create necessary awareness and sensitivity, so that they may select themselves proper learning objectives, devices and situations. Educators recognize that in addition to intellectual challenges, students encounter personal/social, educational, and career challenges. School guidance and counselling programs need to address these challenges and promote educational success. This article examines the aims of guidance and counselling programs, the role of the counsellor, major guidance and counselling services, methods of counselling, and evaluation of guidance and counselling programs. The focus of guidance and counselling programs in schools are to assist individuals to develop the ability to understand them, to solve their own problems, and to make appropriate adjustments to their environment.
AMOVA [&quot;Accumulative Manifold Validation Analysis&quot;]: An Advanced Statistical Methodology Designed to Measure and Test the Validity, Reliability, and Overall Efficacy of Inquiry-Based Psychometric Instruments
Author: Osler, James Edward, II
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Statistical Analysis,Test Validity,Test Reliability,Inquiry,Psychometrics,Taxonomy,Process Education,Mathematical Models

This monograph provides an epistemological rational for the Accumulative Manifold Validation Analysis [also referred by the acronym &quot;AMOVA&quot;] statistical methodology designed to test psychometric instruments. This form of inquiry is a form of mathematical optimization in the discipline of linear stochastic modelling. AMOVA is an in-depth statistical procedure for the internal testing of research instruments based on the metrics from the novel &quot;Taxonomy of Process Education&quot;. The Taxonomy of Process Education (TPE) is based off of the Process Education (PE), four-level measures designed to measure self-growth. The PE four levels in particular are viewed as sequential stages (or phases) of professional development. The four levels are also constructed to build towards the highest level of content knowledge or subject matter expertise (Pacific Crest, 2015). The TPE metric has universal applicability and is ideally suited for weighted mathematical measurement of content (subject matter), knowledge (cognitive), disposition (affective), and capability (psychomotor). This original methodology is a novel approach to advanced statistical post hoc data analysis. It adds considerable value to the methods designed to assess instrument validity and reliability especially when said instrumentation is researcher-designed. A sequential AMOVA mathematical model is provided (for sample data &quot;Crosswise-Validation Analysis&quot;) along with its associated PE Taxonomy and measurement metrics in a step-by-step fashion that illustrates the entire process of advanced instrument validation inquiry.
Relevance of Item Analysis in Standardizing an Achievement Test in Teaching of Physical Science in B.Ed Syllabus
Author: Marie, S. Maria Josephine Arokia
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Item Analysis,Relevance (Education),Standardized Tests,Achievement Tests,Physical Sciences,Science Instruction,Test Items,Difficulty Level,Discriminant Analysis,Undergraduate Students,Statistical Analysis,Foreign Countries

This paper focused on the analysis of test items constructed in the paper of teaching Physical Science for B.Ed. class. It involved the analysis of difficulty level and discrimination power of each test item. Item analysis allows selecting or omitting items from the test, but more importantly item analysis is a tool to help the item writer improve an item. There were 100 objective type questions in the achievement test and was administered to a sample of 100 students from B.Ed. colleges. The result of the work showed that most of the test items fall in the acceptable range of difficulty index and discrimination index. However, 17 of the test items was excluded due to very high or very low difficulty level and poor discrimination power. Purposive sampling was adopted for this study and 100 B.Ed. Physical Science students were taken from private B.Ed. Colleges in Pondicherry, India. A test of 100 items was used for data collection. Using the findings relationship between the difficulty index of each item and the corresponding discrimination index is carried out using the Pearson correlation formula. From the analysis, it was found that item discrimination power increased with the increase in difficulty value but got decreased for very easy and very difficult test items. This work is significant for the researcher in framing test items with optimum difficulty and discrimination power. The findings also show that, most of the items were falling in the acceptable range of difficulty and discrimination level, however, some items were rejected due to their poor discrimination index.
&quot;Facebook&quot;--It's Not Just for Pictures Anymore: The Impact of Social Media on Cooperative Learning
Author: Daniels, Kisha N.
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Undergraduate Students,Social Media,Cooperative Learning,Critical Thinking,Reflection,Teaching Methods,Andragogy,Preferences,Student Participation,Learner Engagement,Social Theories,Learning Theories,Educational Benefits,African American Students,Black Colleges,Urban Schools,Use Studies,Computer Mediated Communication,Academic Persistence,Data Collection,Student Surveys,Qualitative Research,Statistical Analysis

This paper will share the research on the use of social media (specifically Facebook) in an effort to promote critical thinking and reflection. It purports that although often overlooked as a teaching, learning and assessment strategy, social media is a viable method that supports cooperative learning through the encouragement of thoughtful responses and reflections. The research utilizes data from both quantitative and qualitative measures (surveys/questionnaires and open ended responses collected from the closed group Facebook page). The data were collected over nine months from undergraduate students who represented five different content areas (Nursing, Public Health, Psychology, Nutrition and Physical Education). The data revealed that students prefer and value the use of Facebook as a form of cooperative learning over other traditional methods of student course management (Blackboard). Additionally, it suggests that utilizing social media can be an engaging teaching, learning and assessment strategy. This research highlights the findings from a small group of students, therefore may lack generalizability. Future research should replicate the study on a larger scale. This paper includes both theoretical foundational knowledge and practical applications to support faculty teaching and learning which supports the literature by offering specific strategies, that focus on methods to increase student engagement, critical thinking and 21st century technology.
Tri-Center Analysis: Determining Measures of Trichotomous Central Tendency for the Parametric Analysis of Tri-Squared Test Results
Author: Osler, James Edward
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Statistical Analysis,Statistical Significance,Statistical Inference,Inquiry,Mathematical Models,Qualitative Research,Mathematics

This monograph provides an epistemological rational for the design of a novel post hoc statistical measure called &quot;Tri-Center Analysis&quot;. This new statistic is designed to analyze the post hoc outcomes of the Tri-Squared Test. In Tri-Center Analysis trichotomous parametric inferential parametric statistical measures are calculated from statistically significant Tri-Squared Test data. The Tri-Squared Test was first introduced in i-manager's &quot;Journal on Mathematics&quot; as a qualitative to quantitative transformative mixed methods data analysis procedure. Tri-Center Analysis is an advanced statistical post hoc holomorphic that rigorously examines trichotomous investigative inquiry outcomes as in-depth parametric relations.
Continuous Classroom Assessment at Primary Level
Author: Ali, Imtiaz
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Elementary School Students,Student Evaluation,Academic Achievement,Elementary School Teachers,Scoring Rubrics,Teacher Characteristics,Teacher Effectiveness,Evaluation Methods,Progress Monitoring

This study was designed to analyze the continuous classroom assessment at primary level in Pakistan. Findings of the study revealed that the students' achievement of single class teacher in the subject of English, General science, Urdu and mathematics were almost on average and rubric observation during continuous classroom assessment ranked single class teacher performance as fair. Overall, subject teacher students' achievement in English, General science, Urdu and Mathematics was better as compared to single class teacher. In addition to this, rubric observation during continuous classroom assessment ranked as subject teacher performance was reported very good in the area of students' instruction, writing test items on the writing board, time management, class environment, use of instructional resources and student record keeping during and after assessment. It was recommended that at primary level, there is need of subject wise teacher to teach students more effectively. It is also recommended that primary teachers should be familiar with the new curricular terms such as Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) used in curriculum 2006 and they can be trained to develop and use the new assessment tools that is, rubric in the classroom.
Enhancing Education through Mobile Augmented Reality
Author: Joan, D. R. Robert
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Simulation,Electronic Learning,Handheld Devices,Universities

In this article, the author has discussed about the Mobile Augmented Reality and enhancing education through it. The aim of the present study was to give some general information about mobile augmented reality which helps to boost education. Purpose of the current study reveals the mobile networks which are used in the institution campus as well as university. Also, this study discusses the way to develop education and exchange information through mobile network. This article talks about how one can improve learning through mobile functions. Mobile Augmented Reality makes it possible to create new kind of services and applications. By making augmented reality work in mobile environments, people face new challenges in positioning, registration, system performance and energy consumption. The evolution of cellular networks and related technologies has recently been very fast. The transfer rates and low latencies for packet data required by many Augmented Reality applications are feasible using the upcoming generation cellular networks. The transmitting of information through mobile network takes a vital role in education. The classes which broadcast were listened through the mobile network by learner. Thus mobile augmented reality is captivating its role to enhance Education.
Computer Courses in Higher-Education: Improving Learning by Screencast Technology
Author: Ghilay, Yaron
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Educational Technology,Video Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Higher Education,Tutorial Programs,Computer Mediated Communication,Electronic Learning,Questionnaires,College Students,Student Attitudes,Teaching Methods,Computer Software,Computer Science Education,Teacher Education,Foreign Countries

The aim of the study was to find out a method designated to improve the learning of computer courses by adding Screencast technology. The intention was to measure the influence of high-quality clips produced by Screencast technology, on the learning process of computer courses. It was required to find out the characteristics (pedagogical and technical) of such high-quality video clips as well as their advantages for improving the learning process in such courses. The research was based on a sample of learners in two computer courses (n = 30) in higher-education. Both courses have been fully covered by video clips (not exclusively) produced by screencast technology. The learners were asked to answer a questionnaire focused on the characteristics of effective clips as well as the advantages of such clips for their learning. The research results point out that according to learners' views, video clips' effectiveness depends mainly on lecturers' instructional qualifications as well as their capability of technically producing high-quality videos. Such clips covering the whole course curriculum, are advantageous for learning computer courses: the learning process is perceived to be excellent, video clips are better than texts and its substantial flexibility is a great advantage as well. Therefore, there is a significant worthiness to add screencast technology to computer courses provided that the entire course is fully covered with relevant video clips, and they are pedagogically and technically of high-quality. Furthermore, using this kind of technology may be suitable for other kinds of courses, including visual components like formulas, diagrams or tables.
Computer-Based Learning in Open and Distance Learning Institutions in Nigeria: Cautions on Use of Internet for Counseling
Author: Okopi, Fidel Onjefu
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Technology,Distance Education,Internet,Computer Uses in Education,Teaching Methods,Teacher Attitudes,Barriers,Surveys,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis,Computer Literacy,Integrated Learning Systems,College Faculty,College Students,Electronic Learning,Counseling

The study has identified the areas of strengths and weaknesses in the current use of Computer Based Learning (CBL) tools in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) institutions in Nigeria. To achieve these objectives, the following research questions were proposed: (i) What are the computer-based learning tools (soft and hard ware) that are actually in use in ODL institutions in Nigeria?, (ii) What are the perceived computer literacy and competency levels acquired through CBL among students of ODL?, (iii) What is the instructors' perceived effectiveness of computer-based instructional delivery in ODL in Nigeria and, (iv) what are the barriers to CBL applications?. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. Computer-Based Learning Questionnaire was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics of percentage was used for the analysis. Sample population of one thousand, sixty students and sixty staffs were selected for the research. The research specifically identified e-blackboard, Moodle and i-learn are the computer-based learning tools that were actually in use in ODL institutions in Nigeria. Intermediate and advanced computer literacy levels were identified as the self-perceived computer competency skill levels of ODL students in Nigeria. The most self-perceived effective computer applications among the instructors of ODL in Nigeria as identified by this research were for teaching, assessing students' performance across various fields of study, maintaining and tracking students' performances through Learning Management System. The research also identified the non-ownership of computer devices with internet facility, slow internet connectivity and limited access to computer, as the most difficult challenges to effective computer-based learning among the students of ODL in Nigeria and therefore recommended ways of averting these challenges, but proffered precautionary measures to be taken while using CBL for counseling.
Improving the Asynchronous Online Learning Environment Using Discussion Boards
Author: Ringler, Ilene
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Asynchronous Communication,Online Courses,Virtual Classrooms,Discussion Groups,Computer Mediated Communication,Distance Education,Educational Quality,Literature Reviews,Focus Groups,Teacher Role,Action Research,Best Practices,Teacher Student Relationship,College Faculty,Instructional Improvement,Teacher Attitudes,Qualitative Research,Statistical Analysis,Regression (Statistics)

Discussion Boards are at the heart of an Asynchronous Online Learning or Distance Education Environment and can have a great impact on the learning experience. Understanding the individual factors that create a high quality discussion board experience for students and their interrelationships is critical to continuous improvement in distance education. Research which contributes to increased effectiveness of virtual Discussion Boards for both instructors and students can result in greater student involvement and success in learning new skills. This paper discusses Phase 1 and 2 of a multi phase applied research effort on improving the quality of virtual Discussion Boards. &quot;Applied research is defined as systematic study to gain knowledge or understanding necessary to determine the means by which a recognized and specific need may be met&quot; (&quot;Research and development,&quot; 2010, para 4). The study was completed in two phases with additional phases to be developed as the data analysis continues to yield results. In Phase 1, a literature review was completed and qualitative data employing a focus group methodology was completed. The focus group was comprised of full time faculty from a large, proprietary, online university with significant experience in the use of Discussion Boards. The data was collected from the focus group and was analyzed to create hypotheses for additional research on the topic. Phase 2 focused on collecting data utilizing a quantitative research methodology supported by continued research of the literature on this topic. The results of the data analyzed during these phases will become the basis for additional studies on recommended best practices in discussion board participation as it applies to both the student and the instructor.
Application of Micro Teaching Skill for Improving the Quality of Teachers: Exploring Opinion of Trainee Teachers
Author: Banerjee, Kaustuva
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teaching Skills,Teacher Improvement,Microteaching,Trainees,Preservice Teacher Education,Questionnaires,Student Teacher Attitudes,Opinions,Inservice Teacher Education,Relevance (Education),Preferences,Gender Differences,Rural Urban Differences,Student Surveys,Foreign Countries

The main purpose of this study is to understand the opinion of student trainee teachers towards Microteaching skills. In this study, survey method was adopted. The participants of this study were 130 trainee students from four Teacher Training Colleges of West Bengal, India in 2013-14 sessions. The tools used in the study for data collection was a questionnaire comprising of two parts, made by the researcher. Part-A comprises of 6 items and Part-B consists of 15 items. The Microteaching skills have been selected according to the revised B.Ed Calcutta University syllabus. Data were analyzed using Descriptive Statistics (Mean and Standard deviation). &quot;t&quot; test was performed to determine the differences in opinion towards Microteaching among rural-urban located students, deputed and fresher students and among male and female students. The findings revealed that, the deputed and fresher trainees hold mostly similar opinion towards the different skills of Microteaching and the different components within it. There is a difference in opinion between rural and urban located trainees and overall the respondents have a favorable opinion towards Microteaching skills which would help them to face the real classroom situations. To improve the quality of teachers, it is important to study the usage and applicability of Microteaching skills.
A Study on Attitude and Opinion towards Using Computer Technology in Teaching among B.Ed. Trainees in Tiruchirappalli District
Author: Kumar, C. Ashok
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Technology Uses in Education,Opinions,Trainees,Predictor Variables,Student Surveys,Computer Attitudes,Teaching Methods,Graduate Students,Undergraduate Students,Cohort Analysis,Age Differences,Rural Urban Differences,Influence of Technology,Preservice Teacher Education,Student Teacher Attitudes,Foreign Countries,Statistical Analysis

The main aim of the study was to find out whether there was a significant difference in the attitude and opinion towards using Computer Technology in teaching among B.Ed., trainees in terms of select independent variables. Normative survey was the technique employed. Opinion towards Computer Usage and Attitude towards Computer Technology inventory developed by Karpaga Kumaravel. K. and Amulraj. A. (2013), was used for data collection. A stratified representative sample of 150 B.Ed. trainees of self-financed B.Ed. colleges in Tiruchirappalli district constituted the sample for this study. The major findings were there were significant differences in Attitude towards Computer Technology in teaching, between age group below 25 years and above 26 years, Under Graduates and Post Graduates and rural and urban localities.
Involving Children with ADHD and Their Parents in Research in Saudi Arabia
Author: Abed, Mohaned
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,Parents,Children,Parent Role,Inclusion,Parent Participation,Experience,Teamwork,Social Experience

ADHD is the term that has been afforded to those children who seem to have problems in the areas of Attention and Hyperactivity. This paper offers a number of different considerations surrounding the formation and development of the socio-political context of studies in the Educational domain. This paper also centres on local, national, international, discursive and social; therefore, it is necessary for a researcher to ensure the awareness of all of these aspects when carrying out a study. The Saudi context, in this vein, is known to be concerned about the necessity to verify the background and foundation of ADHD in Saudi Arabia. It is recognized that, an overview in this arena would enable the readers to develop an understanding of the context in which the study is carried out. This research attempts to explain the importance and recommend the parents to be involved with children's ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in Saudi Arabia.
TMOC: A Model for Lecturers' Training to Management of Online Courses in Higher-Education
Author: Ghilay, Yaron
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Online Courses,Faculty Development,College Faculty,Foreign Countries,Questionnaires,Teacher Attitudes,Computer Software,Computer Mediated Communication,Barriers,Integrated Learning Systems

The study examined a new model called TMOC: Training to Management of Online Courses. The model is designed to train lecturers in higher-education to successfully create, deliver and develop online courses. The research was based on a sample of lecturers, who studied in a course based on the new model at the Mofet Institute in Tel-Aviv (n = 20). The course included all components and characteristics of TMOC and learners were asked to answer a questionnaire focused on the following two basic constituents: 1. Required contents that should be studied in order to become a successful manager of online courses in higher-education. 2. Effective ways needed in order to achieve that mission. The research reveals that according to faculty members' views, the new model is very helpful for them to become online course managers. Therefore, there is a significant worthiness to adopt it for training lecturers in higher-education to deal with online learning.