ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
The Integration of Character Values in the Teaching of Economics: A Case of Selected High Schools in Banjarmasin
Author: Hadi, Rizali
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Values Education,Economics Education,Secondary School Teachers,School Counseling,Qualitative Research,Interviews,Observation,Models,Integrated Curriculum,Grade 10

Character education is currently an international issue and schools are deeply involved in its dissemination. In Indonesia, teachers have been introduced to various methods and techniques of how to integrate character values with subject-matter content during teaching-learning processes. Since teaching character values together with subject matter content is a new aspect for the Indonesian schools, there is limited research on how Indonesian schools have performed in this line. Thus, the present study aimed to discover how teachers integrate character values with other subject matter during classroom sessions (i.e., during teaching and learning). The respondents were economics teachers from a few selected high schools in Banjarmasin. A qualitative method was used for data collection and analysis, while interviews and classroom observations were used as major techniques for the data collection. The findings revealed that teachers were capable of identifying character values appropriate for integration with subject matter; however, the studied respondents appeared to be limited in skills, and were hesitant in applying the correct methods during the teaching-learning processes. Following such findings, it is recommended that this study is used as a reference in the teaching of character values, mostly by economics teachers in schools across Indonesia. This is fundamental because character education is essential to the current Indonesian education system. To integrate character values while teaching subject matter content is one of the roles a teacher should perform in building quality and trusted human resource.
Concentrated Language Encounter Approach in Practice for Global Teaching of Literacy: Lighthouse Strategy Implementation
Author: Rattanavich, Saowalak
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Literacy Education,Illiteracy,Teaching Methods,Skill Development,Language Skills,Native Language Instruction,Program Implementation,Special Education,Informal Education,Ethnic Groups,Training,Thai,Language of Instruction,Teacher Education,Questionnaires,Structured Interviews,Discourse Analysis,Grade 1,Grade 2,Grade 5,Grade 6,Experimental Groups,Control Groups

This article presents the lighthouse literacy strategies model using the concentrated language encounter (CLE) approach that has been successfully replicated in many countries in different languages and cultures. A review of CLE research studies and the project implementation in Thailand showed highly significant results in students' literacy skill improvement. The theoretical bases were derived from the research on language education in Australia with aboriginal children. Through the implementation program in Thailand, three CLE models/stages in teaching language and a specific &quot;train the trainers&quot; program were developed at different levels of literacy skills. Four different types of CLE literacy programs that include formal, informal, special education, and ethnic groups were successfully implemented.
Parental Involvement, Student Active Engagement and the &quot;Secondary Slump&quot; Phenomenon--Evidence from a Three-Year Study in a Barbadian Secondary School
Author: Marshall, Ian A.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Parent Participation,Academic Achievement,Secondary School Students,Longitudinal Studies,Correlation,Measures (Individuals),Gender Differences,Parent Student Relationship,Parents as Teachers,Models,Low Achievement,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis,Multiple Regression Analysis

This study examined the relationship between parental involvement and a proximal student academic outcome-active engagement, for a cohort of 160 students on their transition to secondary school and at three subsequent time periods. The student-reported measures were assessed using the Hoover-Dempsey and Sandler (2005) instrument. Results provide clear evidence of the &quot;secondary slump&quot; phenomenon with a consistent decline in each of the four parental involvement subscales (parent modeling, parent instruction, parent encouragement, parent reinforcement) and with female students reported significantly higher levels of parental involvement than males. A similar pattern of decline emerged for students' level of active engagement across the three years of the study; however, no gender differences were seen. In addition, the findings suggest a significant positive relationship between each of the four parental involvement constructs and active engagement. In discussing ways to address this &quot;secondary slump&quot;, discussions focused on a revision of the parental involvement instrument to include items which are more reflective of today's increased use of the Internet and social media to facilitate interactions between parents and schools.
Evaluation of an ESP Medical Textbook: Instructors and Learners' Perceptions in Focus
Author: Salehi, Hadi
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Medical Education,English for Special Purposes,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Textbooks,Content Analysis,Course Descriptions,Questionnaires,Student Needs,Interviews,Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Language Teachers,Foreign Countries,Statistical Analysis,Teacher Characteristics

Evaluation is basically a matching process, which concerns matching learners' needs to available solutions. Through analysis and assessment of ESP textbooks, a much more promising and desirable approach to a theory of ESP takes place. To this aim, the purpose of the present study was to evaluate the ESP medical textbook. To gather the necessary data, two researcher-made questionnaires and one interview protocol were used. Medical instructors and learners answered to a 30-item questionnaire to express their attitudes towards different aspects of their ESP textbook. Besides, some members of both groups participated in the interviews to gain in-depth information about the study. They were both male and female. The findings revealed that instructors and learners had positive attitudes towards the content part of their ESP textbook. In addition, the findings revealed that there is a significant difference between the instructors' and learners' attitudes concerning the ESP textbook. The results of this study have a number of implications for medical instructors, learners, and syllabus designers.
Dynamic Assessment in Combination with Video Interaction Guidance in Preschool Education
Author: Krejcová, Kristýna
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Preschool Education,Video Technology,Educational Technology,Evaluation Methods,Intervention,School Readiness,Pilot Projects,Qualitative Research,Kindergarten,Alternative Assessment,Foreign Countries,Cognitive Style,Cognitive Development

Dynamic assessment represents an alternative diagnostic approach focused on the revelation of the tested persons' learning potential. The learning potential is observed via the emphasis on the achievement process. It aims at meaningful connection with the intervention that immediately applies diagnostic findings to support the development of an individual's abilities. This article summarizes essential information about the mentioned diagnostic trend and investigates possibilities of its utilization in a combination with the method of video interaction guidance (VIG). The pilot-study evaluating this combination of dynamic assessment and VIG has been conducted in three stages. Both quantitative and qualitative methods have been used, although the nature of the study is mostly qualitative. The study verifies the utility and advantages of the dynamic assessment-based method for preschool preparation in kindergartens. Moreover, the paper identifies effective instructions and styles of communication supporting cognitive development.
Thai University Student Schemas and Anxiety Symptomatology
Author: Rhein, Douglas
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Symptoms (Individual Disorders),Correlation,Schemata (Cognition),Anxiety,Undergraduate Students,Measures (Individuals),Role,Gender Differences,Ethnicity,Prediction,Cultural Influences,Collectivism,Foreign Countries,Peer Acceptance,Social Behavior,Statistical Analysis

This study explores how early maladaptive schemas (EMSs) contribute to the development of anxiety symptomologies among college undergraduates (N = 110). The study was conducted by assessing the correlations between 18 schemas derived from Young's model of Early Maladaptive Schemas (EMSs) and anxiety symptoms using Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS), self-reported anxiety assessment arranging severity into 4 indexes ranging from normal range, minimal to moderate anxiety, marked to severe anxiety, and extreme anxiety. The study examined how each of the 18 individual EMSs serves as predictors of anxiety symptomatology in college students. The results of the study show that 14 out of 18 early maladaptive schemas (EMSs) were predictive of anxiety symptoms. Aside from the association of anxiety symptoms and EMSs, the findings of the study reveal the important role of gender and ethnicity in predicting anxiety and individual EMSs. &quot;Unrelenting Standard/Hyper criticalness&quot; and &quot;Approval-Seeking/Recognition-Seeking&quot; were the two leading EMSs characterized by the majority of the respondents may be explained by the Thai collectivist culture which incorporates the values that form a part of these schemas as socially desirable and emphasizes the importance of conformity and approval of others.
A Proposed Pedagogical Approach for Preparing Teacher Candidates to Incorporate Academic Language in Mathematics Classrooms
Author: Lim, Woong
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Education,Teaching Methods,Academic Discourse,Middle School Teachers,Mathematics Teachers,Mathematics Instruction,Standards,Syntax,Role,Lesson Plans,Faculty Development,Performance Based Assessment,Teacher Education Programs,Portfolios (Background Materials)

The purpose of this article is to present issues related to prioritizing academic language in teaching performance assessments and to propose a pedagogical approach that prepares middle grades mathematics teacher candidates to teach academic language. Based on our experience with teacher candidates and our knowledge of edTPA standards involving academic language, we suggest several steps for effective implementation. Key concerns about academic language with edTPA are problematic aspects of emphasis on syntax, challenging perspectives of incorporating academic language for productive discourse, and lack of research on the role of language functions or syntax in teaching mathematics. Keeping these concerns in mind for an effective implementation, we propose ways to facilitate learning of preservice teachers to develop lesson plans that connect objectives and language functions, and recommend the need for professional development for faculty and administrators, curriculum review and alignment, and provision of resources.
Model of Learning Organizational Development of Primary School Network under the Office of Basic Education Commission
Author: Sai-rat, Wipa
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Primary Education,Social Networks,Organizational Culture,Models,Educational Development,Program Implementation,Feasibility Studies,Research and Development,Questionnaires,Semi Structured Interviews

The objectives of this study were 1) to study the current state of and problems with the Learning Organization of the Primary School Network, 2) to develop a Learning Organization Model for the Primary School Network, and 3) to study the findings of analyses conducted using the developed Learning Organization Model to determine how to develop the Primary School Network. The research procedure, including the research development, consisted of 3 phases. A descriptive analysis was employed in which percentage, mean, and standard deviation data were used as statistical tools. The research findings revealed the following: 1) The current state of the Learning Organization of the Primary School Network and its associated problems were at moderate and high levels, respectively. 2) The Learning Organization Model for the Primary School involved personnel development of schools in the network that were motivated to engage in continuing development, which led to knowledge, knowledge accumulation, and knowledge formation through work experiences at the individual, team network, and network levels. 3) The implementation of the Learning Organizational Model led to the Primary School Network receiving higher scores on post-development tests compared with pre-development tests and provided satisfaction at the highest level. In conclusion, the developed model demonstrated usefulness, feasibility, propriety, and accuracy, indicating that it is adequate for implementation in real situations. Furthermore, it was appropriate in the studied context and could be used to develop the Primary School Network into a Learning Network. The knowledge and skills developed during this process can be used to develop the Primary School Network more efficiently.
A Survey of the Foundations of Liberalism Axiology and Its Implications for Education
Author: Damiri, Hamid
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: General Education,Foundations of Education,Role of Education,Educational Objectives,Educational Philosophy,Public Education,Values,Individualism,Freedom,Humanism,Epistemology,Sciences,Philosophy,Social Justice,Social Systems,Personal Autonomy,Criticism,Liberal Arts

The present study is an attempt to survey the foundation of liberalism axiology and its implications for education. To this end, educational viewpoints of liberal scholars including Locke, Smith, Hume, Kant, and Russell are examined along with an introduction to liberalism axiology. Additionally, the implications of liberalism for education from will be discussed from two viewpoints, 1) foundations of value system of education, and 2) education system goals. The results highlighted some of the foundations of liberalism axiology such as individualism, liberty, humanism, intellectualism, empiricism, scientism, law, modernism, epistemological pluralism, believe in achievement, tolerance, equality, and social justice. On the other hand, the value foundations of liberal education are rationality, autonomy, and equality of respect. Furthermore, among the liberal educational goals the most important ones include public education, civil education, applied and practical education, autonomous and liberal individuals, mental development, and expansion and promotion of secular curriculum. Such educational viewpoints, however, have attracted criticism regarding radical individualism, autonomy, ethical anarchism, and negligence of public interest.
Teaching Folder Management System for the Enhancement of Engineering and Built Environment Faculty Program
Author: Ab-Rahman, Mohammad Syuhaimi
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Management Systems,Engineering Education,Documentation,Portfolios (Background Materials),Quality Assurance,Check Lists,Information Storage,Recordkeeping

A strong, systematic and well-executed management system will be able to minimize and coordinate workload. A number of committees need to be developed, which are joined by the department staffs to achieve the objectives that have been set. Another important aspect is the monitoring department in order to ensure that the work done is correct and in line with the Washington Accord's requirements. A strong academic management system consists of four main sections namely activities organization and evaluation, documentation system, ongoing improvement and information sharing. This paper focuses on the importance of the third aspect, which is the documentation system. It is crucial to establish a systematic and efficient documentation system that reflects all the efforts that have been done in the program courses. The Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (&quot;The National University of Malaysia&quot;) has taken a number of measures in upgrading its document management. The performance of teaching folder submission has increased significantly for all departments.
Professional Motivation Formation of Future Specialists under the Conditions of Regional Educational Complex
Author: Kargina, Elena Mikhaylovna
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Motivation,Self Determination,Job Satisfaction,Specialists,Career Choice,Universities,Higher Education,Control Groups,Experimental Groups,College Students,Questionnaires

Motivation plays the leading role in the organization of the personality structure. It is a driving force of the activity. Motivation accounts for the behavior and activity and has a great impact on professional self-determination and person's satisfaction with the work. The problem of professional motivation formation of a future specialist is considered in the article. The professional motivation is defined as an action of concrete motives that facilitate the decision of choosing a future profession and provide a long performance of professional duties. The research was conducted on the basis of Penza State University of Architecture and Construction and the Association &quot;University Educational Complex&quot; including various stages of education. Efficiency of continuity of professional motivation formation of future specialist at all grade levels is noted.
The Impact of Faculty of Study on Students' Satisfaction: A Study of Four Private Universities in Nigeria
Author: Olufunke, Oluwunmi Adedamola
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Private Colleges,College Students,Student Attitudes,Satisfaction,Questionnaires,Student Surveys,Response Rates (Questionnaires),Statistical Analysis,College Faculty,Comparative Analysis

Due to the increasing number of educational institutions in Nigeria, Universities (particularly private Universities) are competing to attract more students into their faculties. In a bid to achieve this goal, these Universities are making all efforts to satisfy their students. This paper therefore examines the impact of the faculty of study on students' satisfaction with academic facilities in four (4) private Universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. To achieve this, seven hundred and seventy (770) questionnaires were developed and distributed randomly to the students and a response rate of 71% was achieved. Data was analysed using frequency tables, percentages, cross-tabulation and Kruskal Wallis Test. The result of the analysis reveals that faculty of study significantly influences students' satisfaction. Implications of these finding and future research directions are discussed.
Effective Strategy Formation Models for Inventory Management under the Conditions of Uncertainty
Author: Kosorukov, Oleg Anatolyevich
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Facility Inventory,Facility Planning,Supply and Demand,Money Management,Simulation,Models,Costs,Decision Making

The article deals with the problem of modeling the commodity flows management of a trading company under the conditions of uncertain demand and long supply. The Author presents an analysis of modifications of diversified inventory management system with random demand, for which one can find the optimal inventory control strategies, including those taking into account the time value of money and various limitations, thus maximizing the total cash flow. The Author considers stochastic simulation and optimization models which allow a company to reduce the costs of inventory management.
Developing a Model of Compulsory Basic Education Completion Acceleration in Support of Millennium Development Goals in Magelang, Indonesia
Author: Sukarno
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Models,Interviews,Focus Groups,Compulsory Education,Educational Administration,Enrollment Rate,Government Role,Educational Objectives,Educational Change,Elementary Secondary Education

This article reports Year One of a two-year study to develop a model to accelerate compulsory basic education completion toward Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in Magelang, Indonesia. The study focuses on five issues: (1) profile of MDGs in Magelang, (2) achievement of MDGs, (3) problems in MDGs implementation, (4) model of compulsary basic education completion acceleration, and (5) effectiveness of the model proposed. As R&amp;D undertaking, the data were collected through documentation and interviews with related authorities, including focused group discussion. The initial model underwent a limited test for necessary revision. The findings showed that the Local Government has implemented the compulsory education with relatively high gross and net enrolment rates of 96.80% and low dropouts and repeaters rates. In 2013-2014, many of the students were from outside Magelang. However, such achievements have not complied with MDGs. One possible cause of the problems was a top-down management system, resulting in low participation of the society members. In conclusion, Magelang Municipality has actually been highly committed to the completion of basic education in accordance with the strategic plans 2010-2014 of the National Education Ministry. A team was established to organize relevant activities to accelerate full implementation of the program. Recommended in Year One of the study were that (1) the Local Government's commitment to education be sustained, (2) the society members' participation be optimized in data inventories, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the program, and (3) the optimization of the society's participation be supported by Local Government, including the stakeholders.
Mobile-Assisted Learning as a Condition for Effective Development of Engineering Students' Foreign Language Competence
Author: Krivoruchko, Vassiliy Andreevich
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Electronic Learning,Engineering Education,Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Instructional Effectiveness,Multimedia Instruction,Immersion Programs,Intercultural Communication,Competence,Language Proficiency,English for Special Purposes,Educational Technology,Multilingualism

In this article we focus on the conditions for effective development of foreign language competence that is technologically oriented methods of teaching a foreign language. The use of computers provides ample opportunities for implementation of activity and student-centered approaches, reorganization of the usual lesson structure, as well as providing the students with more autonomy. Currently, due to the extensive use of wireless devices, there is a new form of e-learning i.e. mobile learning. The experimental results showed that the use of mobile electronic multimedia courses increase the effectiveness of foreign language teaching, as in the absence of a real language environment, creates opportunity for immersion in an authentic foreign language environment, improve language competence in all kinds of speech activity, all of which leads to the development of students' foreign language competence. These tools allow achieving results with less expenditure of time and effort, which is also an indicator for the efficiency of mobile learning means application in the development of foreign language competence.