ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Examination of 4th Grade Students&apos; Definitions for Square, Rectangle and Triangle Geometric Shapes
Author: Altiparmak, Kemal
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Grade 4,Elementary School Students,Elementary School Mathematics,Geometry,Geometric Concepts,Concept Formation,Misconceptions,Error Patterns,Definitions,Knowledge Level,Foreign Countries

The aim of this study is to obtain information about students' definitions, mistakes, misconceptions, and van Hiele geometry thinking levels by using the definitions of 4th grade students for geometric shapes of rectangle, square, isosceles triangle, equilateral triangle, and scalene triangle. The study was carried out with 156 primary school 4th grade students. In the study, the case design, one of the qualitative methods, was used. Students were asked to describe geometric shapes. It was observed that most of the 4th grade students participating in the study were in the visualization stage of van Hiele. There are very few definitions of the hierarchical structure in the study. Most correct definitions are in the partitional form. In the study, misconceptions were detected in some of the students.
Examination of Patience Tendency Levels of University Students: An Intercultural Comparison
Author: Gul, Yavuz Ercan
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Undergraduate Students,Student Characteristics,Personality Traits,Psychological Patterns,Values,Cultural Background,Religious Factors,Gender Differences,Age Differences,Foreign Countries

In this research, it was aimed to interculturally research the value of patience with the data obtained from the students who participated in the study from two different countries. The research was designed as a mixture of quantitative and qualitative methods. Accordingly, the Traditional Screening Technique based on quantitative data and the Phenomenological Technique based on qualitative data were used together in the research. In this study, the patience levels of university students were generally calculated high. The patience levels of Turkish students were discovered to be lower than those of Kyrgyz students. According to the results of the interviews, there are differences in Turkish and Kyrgyz students' understanding of patience. It is seen that Turkish students attribute the value of patience to religion, believing that patience is transferred to Turks from religion, while Kyrgyz students associate patience with their cultural traditions. It is thought that this study will contribute to values and character education, especially to the literature on patience. The relationship and differences between the patience levels of university students and different variables and their effects on each other can be researched. Programs can be developed to increase the patience levels of university students.
Examination of Semantic Structures Used by Teacher Candidates to Transform Algebraic Expressions into Verbal Problems
Author: Bal, Ayten Pinar
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Semantics,Preservice Teachers,Algebra,Mathematics Instruction,Mathematics Teachers,Elementary School Teachers,State Universities,Student Attitudes,Scoring Rubrics,Problem Solving,Equations (Mathematics),Multiplication,Division,Foreign Countries,Word Problems (Mathematics),Teaching Methods,Teacher Education Programs

The aim of this study is to examine the semantic structures used by mathematics teacher candidates to transform algebraic expressions into verbal problems. The research is a descriptive study in the survey model, which is one of the quantitative research types. The study group of the research consists of 165 teacher candidates studying in the primary school mathematics teaching department of a state university in the south of Turkey in the 2019- 2020 academic years. 73.2% of the teacher candidates in the study group are female and 26.8% are male. Criterion sampling method, one of the purposeful sampling methods, was used in the selection of teacher candidates in the study group. While the Algebraic Expression Questionnaire Form was used as the data collection tool, the evaluation rubric of verbal problems was used in the analysis of the data. As a result of the research, it has been revealed that pre-service teachers are more successful in transforming algebraic expressions into verbal problems, but they have problems in creating problems with algebraic expressions that make up systems of equations. Again in the study, it was concluded that pre-service teachers used addition and subtraction problems more than multiplication and division problems. On the other hand, when the problems in the type of addition and subtraction are examined in the study, in the type of combining and separating; it has been concluded that the category of equal groups is mostly used in the problems of multiplication and division.
An Educational Fiction of the Future Adhering to Science Fiction Movies
Author: Turaç, Memet
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Science Fiction,Films,College Faculty,Prediction,Futures (of Society),Measurement Equipment,Electronic Equipment,Computer Simulation,Teaching Methods,Educational Technology,Socialization,Peer Relationship

The aim of the study was to speculate about the education in the future in terms of students, classrooms, teachers and schools by adhering to science fiction films. The samples of the study comprised 50 science fiction films selected purposefully among motion pictures by two academics from the field of educational sciences, and one expert from the area of cinema and television. In the research, the science fiction films containing the power of thought, biological, space phenomenon and technological subjects were analyzed. The data were analyzed using MAXQDA program. Based on the findings of the study, it was predicted that the school phenomenon would change depending on the development of technology in the future. With the help of VR glasses and fitbit (wearable technology), a teacher would be able to teach in three dimensions by visiting students' homes without leaving their own homes. On the other hand, the necessity of school-like structures in which students could socialize for peer communication seemed inevitable. It could be thought that the idea that science fiction films took the lead of technology was diversified by the acceptance of the society. In this context, it was seen that each science fiction film fulfilled the task of &quot;instilling ideas&quot; on many subjects to the society.
A Portfolio Inventory: An Investigation of Visual Artwork Made by Children as Being Tool or Art Oriented in Structure
Author: Türkoglu, Didem
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Visual Arts,Art Products,Kindergarten,Preschool Children,Preschool Education,Art Education,Art Activities,Design,Aesthetics,Foreign Countries

This study aims to examine the visual artwork made by children as a result of the visual arts education practices of preschool teachers in institutions in terms of having tool- or art-oriented structures. The working group of the study consists of the visual artwork created by 763 children attending the lessons given by 61 teachers working at 18 independent kindergartens/nursery classes. The study used the general survey model. A &quot;Personal Information Form&quot; and &quot;Form for Evaluating the Exhibited Visual Artwork of Children in Preschool Institutions in Terms of Artistic Structure&quot; were used to collect data. In the study, the visual artwork made by children aged 48-60 months and over and displayed on the panels was collected using the &quot;photograph recording method,&quot; one of the observation recording methods. To collect the data, a total of 18 schools were visited twice a week for five weeks with three to four days between both observations, and the visual artwork made by each class was observed. The two-step cluster method, which is formed by combining descriptive statistics with &quot;k Means&quot; (a non-hierarchical clustering technique from multiple statistics), and &quot;Ward's Minimum Variance&quot; (a hierarchical technique), was used to analyze the data. As a result of the study, the first and second observations determined that there were two clusters, namely, tool-oriented structure and art-oriented structure and that the children's mean scores in both clusters were low.
Computer Supported Asynchronous Online Discussions in Teacher Education
Author: Ozudogru, Melike
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Assisted Instruction,Asynchronous Communication,Discussion Groups,Academic Achievement,Cognitive Processes,Preservice Teachers,Peer Relationship,Student Attitudes

This study aimed to investigate end-of-course achievements, cognitive levels of the preservice teachers' posts, interaction types and their perceptions about asynchronous online discussions. In this mixed method research study, 72 pre-service teachers were included adopting a convenience sampling method. Moreover, 10 volunteering pre-service teachers were selected for the interviews according to maximum variation sampling method. The data were collected through an achievement test, students' Edmodo posts and semi-structured interviews, and analyzed through an ANCOVA analysis, chi-square test and thematic analysis. The results of the study showed that although the mean scores of experiment group was higher than the control group, being either in cased-based-discussion group or control group did not affect the curriculum knowledge of pre-service teachers significantly. Experiment group tended to make more posts than the control group; however, the difference was not significant. Finally, although pre-service teachers mostly mentioned affordances of asynchronous online discussions such as engaging learners, increasing peer interaction, obtaining feedback, having more time to think before posting responses, they also stated internal and external limiting factors to post in asynchronous online discussions which were discussed in detail.
Evaluation of 7th Grade Turkish Skill Questions in Terms of PISA Reading Skills and Levels of Qualification
Author: Dogan Kahtali, Bahar
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Grade 7,Secondary School Students,Adolescents,Turkish,Reading Skills,Reader Text Relationship,Cognitive Processes,Test Preparation,Test Items,Achievement Tests,International Assessment,Foreign Countries

The aim of this study is to present the qualities of 7th grade Turkish skill-based questions due to levels of reading skills and proficiency that used to prepare PISA reading skills questions. With these questions, secondary school students are prepared for national and international exams. The case study pattern has been used in the study, which is one of the qualitative research methods. The data obtained through document review were analyzed by content analysis by three field experts in Turkish education using a question analysis table. As a result of the examination it is determined that Turkish skill questions; include examples of all text types in PISA reading skills; mostly the text types which have continuations are preferred amongst the text types in PISA reading skills; big part of the questions are in a comprehensible level in terms of cognitive processes that the reader interacts with the text; and Turkish skill questions have problems for ''1b, 1a, 2nd and 3rd'' levels in the proficiency levels of PISA reading skills. As the result of the study, it is emerged that there is a necessity to provide a balanced dispersion for PISA reading skills, its dimensions and levels. In addition, there is also another necessity for arrangements to meet high level qualifications and Turkish skills questions should be created by taking into account all of the cognitive processes used in PISA that the reader interacts with the text.
A Mentoring Bridge Model for Students with Disabilities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Author: Dunn, Caroline
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mentors,Transitional Programs,Students with Disabilities,STEM Education,Program Evaluation,College Students,Student Attitudes,Student Satisfaction,Peer Relationship

A recent analysis of the supply of workers in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields noted a persistent shortage of STEM workers (New American Economy Research Fund, 2017). Specifically, in 2016, for each unemployed worker there were 13 STEM jobs posted online, which translated into a shortage of approximately three million trained professionals. Students with disabilities have been identified as a possible untapped pool of future scientists (Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering, 2006). Unfortunately, persistence in postsecondary education for students with disabilities is an issue (Sanford et al., 2011). The evaluation results of a comprehensive mentoring program designed to support students with disabilities in postsecondary STEM programs are reported. The mentoring program included elements related to both the academic and social environments of the students. It is part of a larger project designed to increase the number of students with disabilities pursuing and completing postsecondary STEM programs. The results of the study indicated that participants were highly satisfied with their mentoring experiences and perceived the mentoring experience positively.
A Review of the Biennial AHEAD Surveys: Trends and Changes in the Demographics and Work of Disability Resource Professionals
Author: Scott, Sally
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Surveys,Student Personnel Workers,Student Personnel Services,College Students,Students with Disabilities,Occupational Information,Trend Analysis,Individual Characteristics,Educational Background,Work Experience,Income,Compensation (Remuneration)

The Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) has conducted biennial surveys of postsecondary disability resource professionals since 2008. The day-to-day work of disability resource offices on college campuses has undergone significant changes in this time period, potentially requiring new technical skills, expanded content knowledge, and increasingly complex professional judgement. Has this evolving work been accompanied by a change in the demographic characteristics and backgrounds of professional staff who lead higher education disability resource offices? This study examined the outcomes of the biennial AHEAD surveys to address this question and identify trends and changes in the responses over time. Using AHEAD surveys and reports, items pertaining to (a) demographic characteristics, (b) education and professional background, (c) job structure, and (d) earning and compensation were compared across each year of survey administration. Findings reflect a field that appears to be growing and maturing, as seen through the changing lens of the survey's sampling methodology. There are increasing numbers of full-time staff supported by permanent institutional funds. Changes in functional job roles reflect a shift to increased focus on campus access. The lack of diversity in racial, ethnic, and gender identity; changes in the discourse on disability identity; the importance of updated professional standards; and the promotion of opportunities for scholarly practice are discussed.
Bridging the Gap between Service and Learning within Business Curriculum through Community Voice &amp; Reciprocity
Author: Dick, Natalie
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Service Learning,Experiential Learning,Business Administration Education,Theory Practice Relationship,Case Studies,Health Services,Marketing,Athletics,Salesmanship,Course Content,Course Objectives

Experiential learning pedagogies, including service-learning, can be used in the business classroom to connect theory and practice. An increasing body of literature demonstrates a trend toward service-learning integration into the business classroom and shows that service projects can potentially support learning outcomes for business students. Although this existing research suggests the potential benefit of service-learning for business students, the mechanism that connects service experiences to classroom learning in business has not yet been defined. Clarification on how service informs learning and how learning informs service is needed for meaningful integration of business curriculum and service. This study addresses this need by analyzing the connection between service and learning within the business classroom environment through three case studies: Long Term Care Management, Principles of Marketing and Sport Sales and Revenue Generation. Themes emerge from the systematic analysis of these case studies demonstrating how service and learning can be bridged within the business classroom environment through reciprocity and community voice.
Digital Competences of Prospective Engineers and Science Teachers: A Latent Profile and Correspondence Analysis
Author: Heuling, Lydia Schulze
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Technological Literacy,Information Literacy,Information Security,Safety,Problem Solving,Communication Skills,Cooperation,Competence,Engineering Education,Science Education,Preservice Teachers,Access to Computers,Disadvantaged,Socioeconomic Background,Gender Differences,Foreign Countries

In the light of ubiquitous information and communication technologies (ICT) it is essential for everyone to be digitally competent. This is particularly true for prospective engineers and teachers since their jobs play an important role in shaping our common future. We assessed engineering and science teacher students' (n=180) digital competences at two higher education institutions in Germany using the DigComp framework. Applying a group comparison using t-Test analysis we found no differences in the level of digital competences. However, the subsequent latent profile analysis followed by correspondence analysis revealed that high digital competences correspond with a frequent use of various ICT, supporting the theory of the importance of implicit learning. Secondly, the data points towards a reproduction of the patterns of the digital divide showing the influence of socio-economic background and gender on the expression of digital competences. Recommendations for agents (student advisory services, companies, etc.) that wish to support and improve students' digital competences are incorporated in the conclusions.
Examining Entrepreneurship Characteristics and Reflective Thinking Levels of Pre-Service Teachers at Physical Education and Sports School
Author: Adatepe, Sadik
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Entrepreneurship,Student Characteristics,Undergraduate Students,Preservice Teachers,Preservice Teacher Education,Physical Education,Athletics,Reflection,Thinking Skills,Predictor Variables,Gender Differences,Work Experience,Foreign Countries

This study examines the relationship between the pre-service teachers' entrepreneurship skills and their reflective thinking levels. The sample of the study is 240 pre-service teachers studying at Bartin University Physical Education and Sports Teaching Department. Semerci (2007), &quot;Reflective Thinking Tendency Scale&quot; and Yilmaz &amp; Sünbül (2009), &quot;Entrepreneurship Scale for University Students&quot; are used as data collection instruments. The data collected for the research were analyzed using SPSS 22.0 program. Reflective thinking levels and entrepreneurship characteristics of the pre-service teachers are examined based on gender, grade, entrepreneurship course and work experience variables. As a result, It is seen that female pre-service teachers' more reflective than male pre-service teachers and the entrepreneurship characteristics of the pre-service teachers in the study are found as &quot;high.&quot; Moreover, in the work experience variable, there is a significant difference between the groups. A correlation analysis, it was found that there was a positive and significant relationship between entrepreneurship and all reflective thinking sub-scales, too. Based on the study's findings, it is possible to say that pre-service teachers with high entrepreneurship characteristics have high reflective thinking levels.
Examining the Relationship between Pre-Service Teachers&apos; Behaviors towards Environmental Issues and Their Awareness
Author: Ünal, Buket Balliel
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Correlation,Preservice Teachers,College Seniors,Elementary Education,Conservation (Environment),Knowledge Level,Social Responsibility,Consciousness Raising,Student Characteristics,Predictor Variables,Parent Background,Educational Attainment,Foreign Countries

This research was designed in the relational screening model to examine the relationship between the awareness levels of pre-service teachers towards environmental issues and their behaviors towards environmental issues. 5 multiple-choice questions to determine their descriptive features, the &quot;Awareness Scale for Environmental Issues&quot; developed by Guven (2011) to measure their awareness of environmental issues, and the &quot;Behavior Scale for Environmental Issues&quot; to measure their behaviors on this were applied by the researcher to 129 pre-service teachers studying at Gazi Osmanpasa University, Faculty of Education, Department of Primary School Teaching in the 2019-2020 academic year. Numbers, percentage, mean, standard deviation were used as descriptive statistical methods in the evaluation of the data. T-test was used for comparison of quantitative continuous data between two independent groups and a one-way Anova test was used for comparison of quantitative continuous data between more than two independent groups. Scheffé's test was used after the Anova test as a complementary post-hoc analysis to determine the differences. The Pearson correlation and regression analysis were applied between the continuous variables of the study. As a result of the research, it was determined that the awareness of the preservice primary school teachers about environmental issues was low and their behavior towards environmental issues was moderate. A low-level significant relationship was found between pre-service primary school teachers' awareness of environmental issues and their behaviors. As a result, it was concluded that as the awareness levels of primary school teachers towards environmental issues increased, their behaviors towards environmental issues increased positively.