ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Learned Resourcefulness and Burnout Levels of English Teachers
Author: Genç, Gülten
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Burnout,Age Differences,Gender Differences,Marital Status,Measures (Individuals),Correlation,Resilience (Psychology),English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Language Teachers,Teacher Attitudes,Foreign Countries

The aim of this study was to examine the relationships between some individual characteristics, learned resourcefulness and burn out on the one hand and the relationships between burn out and learned resourcefulness on the other. The participants in this research included 163 English teachers teaching in the schools located in Malatya. The participants were asked to anonymously fill out a questionnaire involving three parts which respectively investigated their background, burnout level and learned resourcefulness (Rosenbaum's Learned Resourcefulness Scale and Maslach Burnout Inventory). The findings indicated that more than half of the teachers possess moderately high level of learned resourcefulness and they are experiencing burnout at moderate level in three aspects of MBI. In addition, the analysis suggested an inverse relationship between learned resourcefulness and the three burnout subscales: as learned resourcefulness increases, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and lack of personal accomplishment decrease. Furthermore; the independent variables (age, gender, and marital status) were not found to be significant in learned resourcefulness and any of the burnout dimensions. &quot;The school type&quot; is the only variable which was found to be significant in the three burnout sub-dimensions. Results are discussed in the light of current literature and suggestions were provided.
A Longitudinal Study of the Attitudes of Early Childhood Pre-Service Teachers towards Mathematics
Author: Aydin, Serhat
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Early Childhood Teachers,Preservice Teachers,Student Attitudes,Mathematics,Methods Courses,Foreign Countries,Preservice Teacher Education,Mathematics Education,Instructional Effectiveness,Attitude Change

As in many countries, early childhood teachers introduce mathematics content in kindergartens in Turkey. Therefore, early childhood teachers should master a certain level of mathematics knowledge and are offered a mathematics methods course in faculties of education. Teacher training programs are also expected to improve early childhood preservice teachers (PSTs) attitudes towards mathematics (ATM). In this context, it seems important to investigate whether and how much early childhood PSTs' attitude towards mathematics changed throughout their university lives. Our study was conducted with a sampling of 43 participants studying at a state university in the north of Turkey, in the Black Sea Region. The data was collected from early childhood PSTs using the same attitude scale in their 1st and 3rd years of study. The quantitative analysis of the data in SPSS 22 using t-test for paired samples demonstrated that the early childhood PSTs' attitudes towards mathematics have improved from the 1st to the 3rd year. In our sampling, one-way ANOVA and t-test for independent samples revealed that the ATM of the early childhood PSTs were not associated with variables such as gender, the type of completed high school, total family income, and parents' level of education. Based on the findings, it was concluded that the mathematics methods course offered to early childhood PSTs in their 2nd year might be effective in improving the attitudes towards mathematics.
Illustration of Different Modalities of Role-Play for Medical Communication Skills at Undergraduate Level
Author: Khan, Abdul Sattar
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Role Playing,Undergraduate Students,Medical Students,Medical Education,Teaching Methods,Communication Skills,Vignettes,Comparative Analysis,Student Attitudes,Teacher Attitudes,Teamwork,Outcomes of Education,Case Studies,Physician Patient Relationship,Foreign Countries

Role-play is commonly used as a learning method for teaching communication in medical institutions and there two types of role-play i.e. Round Robin and Relay's methods. This study among our students and trainers to identify which role-play has better effect on students learning at college of Medicine, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa. All the first year students and trainers were included in the study. Students are divided into different groups and each group contains 9-11 students. Different scenarios are provided to the students with each physician and patient role. A pre-structured questionnaire was distributed among students and trainers to compare between the Role-play methods. The questionnaire included 15 statements related to the role-play methods based on Likert scale. Wilcoxon signed-rank test was applied to compare different items for both methods and to obtain p-value. The results showed that 221 students and 25 trainers filled the questionnaire. The Round Robin was found to have more influence on students' perception as compared to that for Relay's except for item 4 i.e. role-play builds a team work where majority of participants agreed for Relay's method. Similar results were found while checking perception of trainers. The results of statistical test for comparing both methods suggest that there is a significant difference in Round Robin and Relay's method for most of the questions P-value &lt; 0.05. In this research it is found that both methods of role-play used in communication skills sessions are helpful however, Round robin method has better outcome on learning as compared to Relay's method.
Perceived Maternal Acceptance Rejection and Control on Primary School Children with Psychological and Social Maladjustment
Author: Özbiler, Serife
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Rejection (Psychology),Mothers,Elementary School Students,Social Adjustment,Adjustment (to Environment),Parent Child Relationship,Child Neglect,Emotional Adjustment,Psychological Needs,Foreign Countries,Rural Areas,Correlation,Parent Background,Elementary School Teachers,Administrators,Behavior Problems,Rating Scales,Childrens Attitudes,Socialization,Gender Differences

Parental acceptance is important for children. Children need to receive positive responses from their parents. Based on the literature, children who are neglected by their mothers are more significantly associated with psychological and social maladjustment. On the contrary, if children are accepted by their mothers, this is connected with psychological and social adjustment in their life. This study was conducted to analyze to the relationship between perceived maternal acceptance-rejection and control and psychological, social maladjustment in a sample of primary school students residing in a rural community. This study also aimed to investigate correlations between socio-demographic characteristic of mothers and their acceptance-rejection and control and their children's psychological and social maladjustment. This study was a correlational descriptive research. The participants were a group of 36 primary school students aged between 9 to 11 and their 2 class teachers and a vice chair of the school in Karpaz of Iskele district, North Cyprus. Socio-demographical Information Sheet, Child/Adult: PAR/Control Mother Version Questionnaire and Conners' Teacher Rating Scale --Revised Long Form was used. The main findings indicated that perceptions of children maternal rejection were significantly correlated with children psychological and social maladjustment. However, no significant relationships were found between mother's education, occupation and perceived maternal acceptance, rejection and control and children's psychological and social maladjustment. The significance of the study and its limitations are discussed.
Facebook Usage and Depression Levels of Selected Filipino College Students
Author: Maglunog, Grace Pauline A.
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Social Networks,Social Media,Depression (Psychology),Correlation,College Students,Mental Health,Socioeconomic Status,Student Attitudes,Scores,Questionnaires,Gender Differences,Computer Mediated Communication,Foreign Countries,Measures (Individuals),Symptoms (Individual Disorders),Sexual Orientation,Interpersonal Relationship,Income

This study examined the relationship of sociodemographic characteristics and Facebook usage to the depression level of college students. A total of 347 respondents were purposively selected and completed a self-administered questionnaire. Results showed that: sex has a weak positive association with depression level (r=0.0962); age did not vary much across depression level; there is a moderate positive association between sexual orientation and depression level (r= 0.2794); socioeconomic status has an inverse relationship with depression level (r= -0.2126); and relationship status has a moderate positive association with depression level (r= 1.365). Further, there is a moderate positive association between the number of minutes spent on Facebook and depression level (r= 0.4229); there is a weak positive association between frequency of Facebook visits and depression level (r= 0.3052); and Facebook activities are positively correlated to depression. Young social media users are encouraged to use it moderately to avoid negative mental health outcomes
Psychometric Properties of Sleep Quality Scale and Sleep Variables Questionnaire in Turkish Student Sample
Author: Önder, Ismail
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Psychometrics,Measures (Individuals),Questionnaires,Sleep,Test Validity,Test Reliability,Elementary School Students,Middle School Students

Sleep is a physiological need that affects physical and mental performances. However, the number of individuals who experience problems directly or indirectly related to sleep is increasing in various countries. Therefore, it is important to have a short, reliable and valid measure to assess both sleep quality and sleep related variables in school-age children. This study aims to carry out the validity and reliability studies for the Sleep Quality Scale and Sleep Variables Questionnaire (SQS-SVQ) used to determine sleep quality, parental control, total sleep time, mid-point of sleep and sleep efficiency and to adapt it into Turkish. The SQS-SVQ consists of seven scale items to measure sleep quality and eight questionnaire items. The validity and reliability studies of the instrument were carried out on data acquired from 4th-8th graders. Factorial validity for SQS and criterion related validity analyses were carried out for the validity of the SQS-SVQ and correlations ranged from 0.51 to 0.73. These analysis results put forth that the scale is a valid measurement tool. Internal consistency coefficient of the SQS was 0.72 and test-retest correlations of the SQS-SVQ ranged from 0.67 to 0.88. These acquired results indicated that the scale WAS reliable. Meanwhile, gender measurement invariance was tested for SQS and results indicated that gender measurement invariance was established. These results have shown that the SQS-SVQ can be used in social researches and especially in educational studies.
Sleep Quality and Self-Compassion as Predictors of Aggression in High School Students
Author: Iskender, Murat
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Correlation,Sleep,Daily Living Skills,Aggression,High School Students,Measures (Individuals),Prediction,Student Attitudes,Metacognition,Self Evaluation (Individuals),Alienation,Prosocial Behavior,Foreign Countries

In the current study, the relationships between aggression, self-compassion and sleep quality of high school students have been examined. 529 high school students (66% females and 34% males) participated in the study. Data were collected from participants through using a Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Aggression Questionnaire (AQ), Self-Compassion Scale (SCS), and Descriptive Questionnaire. The predictors of aggressiveness of the variables determined by simple correlation were investigated by multiple linear regression. According to the results, there was a positive and significant relationship between aggression levels and all sub-dimensions of self-compassion and sleep quality. In addition, it was observed that the levels of aggressiveness were significantly predicted by the sub-dimensions of self-compassion and sleep quality, and that the first three most effective predictive variables were over-identification, self-judgment and sleep quality.
The Investigation of Primary School Teachers&apos; Opinions Related to the Current Events
Author: Saglam, Halil Ibrahim
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Elementary School Teachers,Opinions,Teacher Attitudes,Current Events,Foreign Countries,Social Studies

The aim of this study is to examine primary school teachers' opinions related to current events. The study group is consisted of total 30 primary school teachers who take part in the groups of 15 female (%50) and 15 male (%50) in Sakarya during 2015-2016 the education year. The study is carried out under science facts pattern of qualitative research designs. In order to reveal teachers' views on current events, the form of semi-structured interviews from which is qualitative data collection tools is used. There are two sections in this study. First section is about teachers' personal information and second section is about teachers' questions to determine their views on current events. For the content validity of the questions in the negotiation form, it has been consulted with three experts and made the necessary adjustments in line with their proposals. In addition, the clarity of the questions in the negotiation form has been checked by discussing with five teachers and then the form has been finalized. The data obtained from teachers are analyzed by using content analysis. In the study, it is concluded that 97% of the teachers follow the current events. It is shown that 93% of female teachers and 100% male teachers follow the current events. Furthermore, it is indicated that %100 of the teachers use the internet in their house.
The Relationship between Personality Factors and Organizational Commitment of Iranian Primary School Principals
Author: Shabahang, Mohammad Javad
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Correlation,Personality Traits,Administrator Characteristics,Personality Measures,Elementary Schools,Foreign Countries,Questionnaires,Educational Environment,Gender Differences,Personnel Selection,Human Resources

This study was conducted with the aim of identifying to study the relationship between personality factors and organizational commitment among a group of Iranian primary school principals. The sample included all the 108 primary school principals of Ardabil, a northern city of Iran. The study drew on a descriptive correlational research design. The research instruments consisted of The Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire (16PF) and Organizational Commitment Questionnaire (Meyer &amp; Alen, 1991).The data were analyzed through Pearson and Spearman correlations, Independent t-test and Mann-Whitney U-test. The results showed that there was a significant relationship between the personality factor of emotional stability and organizational commitment. In addition, there were negative significant relationships between the personality factors of self-assured, conservative, group-dependent and organizational commitment. However, no other personality factor was significantly correlated with organizational commitment. Moreover, no significant difference was found between male and female principals regarding their organizational commitment. As emotional stability was a significant predictor of organizational commitment and organizational commitment is associated with positive working outputs, it is highly suggested that organizations pay special attention to the personality features of the human resources for employment.
Barriers Experienced by Middle School Students in the Process of Learning English
Author: Çelik, Özlem
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Barriers,Middle School Students,Educational Policy,Learning Problems,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Educational Resources,Grammar,Difficulty Level,Vocabulary,Pronunciation,Learning Motivation,Anxiety,Self Esteem,Student Attitudes,Instructional Materials

English has gained a significant role in technological, business, economic or political areas and has been a part of educational policies in different countries. However, many learners of English have difficulties in learning and using the language effectively due to a number of reasons. Accordingly, a descriptive study was conducted in order to investigate what kind of foreign language (English) learning problems the middle school students experience in Turkey. A total of 164 (92 female and 72 male) middle school students (5th, 6th, 7th, 8th grade) in 4 public schools in Sakarya, Turkey participated in the study. The data were collected through an open-ended question and semistructured interviews. The collected data were analyzed and coded thematically. The results have indicated that middle school students mostly face linguistic, instructional, affective barriers as well as lack of assistance and useful resource. Considering the findings, some possible reasons and suggestions were also provided to help teachers and learners overcome the relevant barriers in learning English as a foreign language (EFL) in Turkey.
An Investigate of Influence Factor for Tertiary Students&apos; M-Learning Effectiveness: Adjust Industry 4.0 &amp; 12-Year Curriculum of Basic Education
Author: Chou, Chun-Mei
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,College Students,Student Attitudes,Computer Attitudes,Electronic Learning,Learning Motivation,Positive Attitudes,Educational Technology,Usability,Instructional Effectiveness,Self Efficacy

Mobile learning (M-learning) as a technology teaching has significant potential to improve student application and comprehension skills. The rapid development of the Internet and the resulting trends applying information available on the Internet have changed the nature of learning and learning behavior patterns of tertiary students. However, insufficient theoretical and empirical research on the effect of M-learning on learning attitude and M-learning effectiveness has been conducted for achieving any reliable understanding of the use of M-learning by tertiary students. This, study was therefore based on the theory of planned behavior, and combined the technology acceptance model and the structural equation model (SEM); it involved 892 tertiary student participants, and developed an empirical research model. The study found that in terms of M-learning acceptance, tertiary students have a positive evaluation and perception of using M-learning, with perceived enjoyment being the most significant factor. In addition, the impact of perceived innovation was significant in helping teachers understand students' learning outcomes. The teaching material of learning motivations was also significant, indicating that current tertiary students are more likely to value their friends as sources of information. External influences on self-efficacy were also significant, suggesting that teachers must consider the operability of M-learning technology, with particular attention paid to students' competency with the technology itself, as difficulty of use will reduce students' willingness to use M-learning.
The Nursing Care and Education Plan for a Child with Epidermolysis Bullosa (A Case Report)
Author: Çiftçi, Esra Karaca
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Chronic Illness,Human Body,Child Caregivers,Genetic Disorders,Family Counseling,Family Life,Quality of Life,Nursing,Patients,Children,Home Visits,Parent Participation,Mothers,Nurses,Home Programs,Homebound,Health Education

Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a chronic disease, some types of which may have morbidity and mortality. That is why the patients must receive multidisciplinary care in case any complications arise. Families must be informed about the disease, about home care and receive genetic counselling. The importance of genetic counselling cannot be stressed enough, since both M.C. and his younger brother were diagnosed with EB. If the family had received genetic counselling, this tragic situation could have been prevented. Home care education for the families of EB patients is also of great importance. Relatives of the patient must also be educated about wound care, infection control, patient nutrition and physical treatment. They must also be educated about how to use the medications and about bandaging, dressing, Vaseline bandages, antiseptics, bathing procedures, and the use of antibiotic cream ointment. It was obvious, therefore, that the nursing care given at home enhanced both the patient's and the family's quality of life.
Forgiveness Flexibility
Author: Çolak, Tugba Seda
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Conflict Resolution,Adjustment (to Environment),Behavior Modification,Communication Skills,Emotional Adjustment,Interpersonal Relationship,Coping,College Students,Foreign Countries,Teacher Education,Counselor Training,Psychology,Thinking Skills,Quality of Life,Maturity (Individuals),Measures (Individuals),Test Validity,Test Reliability

Forgiveness flexibility is the skill to minimize the negative effect of an event by using cognitive, affective and behavioral skills while taking a stand at the end of an injurious process. A number of studies were conducted to test the flexibility of the structure of forgiveness. The theoretical structure, structural validity and the confirmatory factor analysis supported the theoretical structure of forgiveness flexibility. The criterion validity evaluated in similar manners was found high. Forgiveness flexibility designed as a three dimensional structure and its sub-dimensions was confirmed theoretically as the recognition of forgiveness and the internalization of forgiveness through insight and its practice.
Tertiary Students&apos; Entrepreneurial Ability of Entrepreneurship-Embedded Internship Program in Education Service Industry
Author: Chou, Chun-Mei
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Internship Programs,Service Occupations,Entrepreneurship,College Students,Knowledge Level,Marketing,Computer Literacy,Delphi Technique,Foreign Countries,Teaching Skills,Innovation,Business Administration,Human Resources

The study aims to explore tertiary students' entrepreneurial ability of entrepreneurship-embedded internship program in education service industry. To achieve this goal, the study uses interviews, and panel discussions to confirm entrepreneurial ability. In addition, the study utilizes transformation of knowledge and ability to select representative knowledge items and to confirm the entrepreneurial ability structure of entrepreneurship-embedded internship program in education service industry through panel discussions. Entrepreneurs in education service industry should have these ten categories, total 42 items, such as essential professional knowledge item; that is, entrepreneurial skills, education ability, marketing ability, computer ability, service ability, and management ability, in order to cultivate entrepreneurs' abilities of education service industry effectively. Core entrepreneurial ability of education service industry entrepreneurs should include 13 items in total, including entrepreneurial skills, education ability, marketing ability and service ability and so on.