ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Design and Implementation of Therapist Online Counseling
Author: Thomas, Aaron O.
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Therapy,Counseling Services,Counseling Techniques,Online Systems,Behavior Modification,Cognitive Restructuring,Stress Management,Anxiety,College Students,Models,Scaffolding (Teaching Technique),Program Effectiveness,Program Design,Program Implementation

The following paper describes the rationale for creating an online therapy program of cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, for students at the University of Florida who are struggling with stress and anxiety. In addition, the paper discusses the unique challenges of the instructional design process of creating psychoeducational materials through cognitive task analysis and heuristics. Preliminary evidence suggests that higher education institutions may wish to implement similar programs in order to increase efficiency and serve both on-campus and distance students.
An Analysis of Faculty Promotion of Critical Thinking and Peer Interaction within Threaded Discussions
Author: Belcher, Alan R.
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Behavior,Critical Thinking,Peer Relationship,Mixed Methods Research,Coding,Interaction Process Analysis,Scores,Likert Scales,Correlation,Online Courses,Higher Education,Peer Evaluation,Content Analysis,Teacher Influence,Computer Mediated Communication

The purposes of the research were to (1) examine the relationships between faculty behaviors that promote critical thinking and the resulting critical thinking within peer interaction and (2) identify specific faculty behaviors that result in the highest levels of critical thinking within peer interactions. Using a concurrent embedded mixed methods approach, 19,595 peer-to-peer responses were coded along the 5-point scale of the Interaction Analysis Model (IAM) and faculty behaviors within 91 courses were reviewed for 19 different behaviors. Comparing each individual faculty behavior to the IAM scores yielded interesting results. There were six significant correlations between faculty behaviors and scores on the IAM. Two of the correlations involved &quot;negative&quot; faculty behaviors, perhaps suggesting that peers make up for the lack of instructor presence within discussions. Multiple considerations for discussion design and facilitation are suggested along with recommendations for future research.
Learning the Critical Points for Addition in Matematika GASING
Author: Siregar, Johannes Hamonangan
Date: 2014-07-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mathematics Instruction,Teaching Methods,Addition,Foreign Countries,Action Research,Mathematics Skills,Mathematics Tests,Student Motivation,Visual Stimuli,Teacher Education,Elementary School Mathematics,Arithmetic,Observation

We propose learning Matematika GASING to help students better understand the addition material. Matematika GASING is a way of learning mathematics in an easy, fun and enjoyable fashion. GASING is short for GAmpang, aSyIk, and menyenaNGkan (Bahasa Indonesia for easy, fun and enjoyable). It was originally developed by Prof. Yohanes Surya at the Surya Institute in Indonesia to improve the mathematics education in Indonesia. In Matematika GASING, there is a step called &quot;the critical point&quot; that needs to be mastered for each topic. The focus of our research is the critical point for addition, that is addition of two numbers between 1-10 with a sum less than 20. The subject is a matriculation class at STKIP Surya and the research method used is Classroom Action Research. The statistics obtained is described using Qualitative Descriptive Statistics.
Enrollment, Engagement, and Satisfaction in the BlendKit Faculty Development Open, Online Course
Author: Moskal, Patsy
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Blended Learning,Professional Development,Higher Education,College Faculty,Instructional Design,Course Evaluation,Large Group Instruction,Online Catalogs,Web Based Instruction,Seminars,Teaching Methods,Credentials,Satisfaction,Feedback (Response),Resource Units,Shared Facilities,Surveys,Qualitative Research

BlendKit is a 5-week course designed by the University of Central Florida in an open, online format specifically for the professional development of higher education faculty and designers preparing to design and teach blended learning courses. The evaluation of this course provides us with interesting and valuable information on the success of using an open approach of a MOOC compared to more traditional, highly structured professional development offerings typically seen in higher education. This article will focus on the lessons learned from the third iteration of this open, online course.
Innovative Orientation Leads to Improved Success in Online Courses
Author: Taylor, Jean M.
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Instructional Design,Online Courses,Virtual Universities,Pilot Projects,Orientation Materials,Video Technology,Interaction,Withdrawal (Education),Academic Persistence,School Holding Power,Educational Technology,Student Surveys,Feedback (Response),Student Attitudes,Course Evaluation,Grades (Scholastic),Outcomes of Education,Student Improvement,Statistical Significance,Statistical Analysis,Adult Education,Tutorial Programs,College Students,Orientation,Liberal Arts

A team of instructional designers, educators, and the School of Liberal Arts (SLA) academic program coordinator from a nonprofit online college, collaborated on producing short voice-over videos with interactive elements that address the most common technology frustrations of beginning students. These videos were inserted into the &quot;Start Here&quot; page of the pilot study courses. Courses were selected that had a higher than average withdrawal rate and that also tended to have a broad grade distribution for students who completed the course. The videos with voice-over covered basic navigation, such as posting to a discussion board, submitting an assignment to a drop box, reviewing a grading rubric in the grade book, and opening a graded copy of an assignment to view instructor feedback. The orientation element contained interactive tools that allowed students to check their learning of the skills covered in the videos. The orientation videos were available throughout the 8 weeks of the course. After viewing the videos, the students were asked to complete a short survey, which included both quantitative and qualitative feedback. The responses to the survey were extremely positive, ranging from 84.48 to 90.67 on a 100-point scale. The team also examined course withdrawal rates and the grade distribution before and after the insertion of the videos. The data for almost all of the pilot study courses showed a drop in withdrawals after the use of the video orientation element. Several courses showed a significant drop in withdrawals. The examination of the pre- and postintervention grade distribution showed an improvement in grades for almost all of the pilot courses. This improvement in grade distribution was statistically significant in some courses.
A Cognitive Theory Driven New Orientation of Indonesian Lessons
Author: Nowinska, Edyta
Date: 2014-07-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Mathematical Concepts,Mathematics Skills,Mathematics Instruction,Teaching Methods,Cognitive Processes,Learning Theories,Research Design,Schemata (Cognition),Equations (Mathematics),Grade 7

The main focus of this design research was on students' mathematical thinking and skills and on their understanding of mathematical concepts and methods. The mathematical content our project starts with is the introduction of integers. For this content new learning environments have been developed, implemented and evaluated. An important question for the design of teaching and learning activities is how to establish appropriate models of mathematical concepts and methods for students and how they operate in students' minds. In the lecture the use of those methodological concepts and theories in our approach will be explained and justified. The results indicate that the means and methods used in our project have a positive influence on the quality of teaching and learning processes in the class and on students' mathematical thinking and skills.
An Evaluation of Low versus High Collaboration in Online Learning
Author: Wicks, David
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Electronic Learning,Cooperative Learning,Learning Strategies,Self Management,Teamwork,Educational Technology,Student Projects,Group Activities,Assignments,Asynchronous Communication,Computer Mediated Communication,Student Evaluation,Grades (Scholastic),Peer Evaluation,Pretests Posttests,Communities of Practice,Student Surveys,Content Analysis,Social Networks,Network Analysis,Learner Engagement,Statistical Significance,Statistical Analysis

Researchers in a recent study found that online students' ability to self-regulate led to more focused attention and time on task, and in turn, these skills could lead to better learning. Given the need for more theoretical work in this area, as well as the potential practical benefits from the use of these pedagogical strategies, we sought to compare differences between high- versus low-collaboration teams in an online assignment to determine if higher levels of student-to-student collaboration led to higher levels of self-regulation or learning presence (forethought and planning, monitoring, strategy use, and reflection). Specifically, we explored how the use of high-collaboration technologies, such as Google Docs and Google Hangouts, impacted the level of learning presence students demonstrated while participating in a small group project. The low-collaboration group made minimal use of an asynchronous discussion forum for collaboration. Differences in collaboration were measured using student grades, peer evaluations, pre- and posttests, and community of inquiry surveys. In addition, quantitative content analysis and social network analysis were used to assess collaboration by examining learning presence in the two groups.
Measuring Student Engagement in the Online Course: The Online Student Engagement Scale (OSE)
Author: Dixson, Marcia D.
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Learner Engagement,Online Courses,Educational Technology,Measurement Techniques,Student Behavior,Computer Software,Computer Mediated Communication,Integrated Learning Systems,Open Source Technology,Learning Strategies,Focus Groups,College Faculty,College Students,Hypothesis Testing,Student Surveys,Student Records

Student engagement is critical to student learning, especially in the online environment, where students can often feel isolated and disconnected. Therefore, teachers and researchers need to be able to measure student engagement. This study provides validation of the Online Student Engagement scale (OSE) by correlating student self-reports of engagement (via the OSE) with tracking data of student behaviors from an online course management system. It hypothesized that reported student engagement on the OSE would be significantly correlated with two types of student behaviors: observational learning behaviors (i.e., reading e-mails, reading discussion posts, viewing content lectures and documents) and application learning behaviors (posting to forums, writing e-mails, taking quizzes). The OSE was significantly and positively correlated with application learning behaviors. Results are discussed along with potential uses of the OSE by researchers and online instructors.
Improving Safe Blood Donation in Nigeria: The Roles of the Mass Media
Author: Oriji, Christian Chigozi
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Donors,Human Body,Safety,Mass Media,Mass Media Role,Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

The study discusses improving safe blood donation in Nigeria and the roles of the mass media in achieving same in Nigerian hospitals. In this regard, it answers the questions: What is blood? What is blood donation? And is safe blood donation adequate in Nigeria? Beyond the relevant answers given on the above questions, it also explains the roles of mass media in improving safe blood donations among Nigerians. Besides this, it recommends among others that the federal government, state government, private hospitals and concerned Nigerians should encourage mass media campaigns continuously on the need for safe blood donations to save lives. It also upholds that the federal and state governments should establish more blood banks in their health facilities, in order to spur the people, who would become aware through the mass media, to access same for safe blood donations.
Does Gender Matter? University Library Access and Career Preparedness
Author: Smith, Daniella
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Distance Education,Graduate Students,Masters Programs,Student Surveys,Gender Differences,Library Services,Access to Information,Access to Computers,Educational Technology,Career Readiness,College Libraries,Information Sources,Information Technology,Users (Information),User Needs (Information),Correlation,Statistical Analysis,Anxiety,Technological Literacy,Library Skills

The purpose of this exploratory study was to examine how the gender of distance learning students related to variables such as the perception of the availability of library resources, technology available at home and work, technology provided by a university for distance learning, and career preparedness. A total of 166 master's students in the last semester of their degree program submitted answers to a self-administered online survey designed to collect information about their degree program experiences. The results of the study indicated that female students felt more prepared by their degree programs when they felt library resources were accessible. Females were also more likely to feel library materials were available if they believed the university's distance learning technology was reliable and that web-based technology provided by the university was adequate. Both genders were more likely to feel they had access to library resources when they felt they had adequate information technology at home or work. Based on these results, it is recommended that faculty collaborate with librarians to market library services so that students are aware of the resources that are available to them. Moreover, implementing strategies such as differentiated learning and optional gender-based library training sessions that utilize learning styles preferred by each gender may be beneficial for students.
Technical and Vocational Education Transformation in Malaysia: Shaping the Future Leaders
Author: Sauffie, Nur Fatin Binti Mohd
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Technical Education,Vocational Education,Educational Change,Leadership,Educational Innovation,Skill Development,Skilled Workers

In accordance with the concept of lifelong education, the Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) system is one flaw of that is recognized or known as a system whose role is to develop individuals with high technical skills as desired by the industry nowadays. Changing times and technology development at this time require changes to the TVET system to form a capable generation of leadership. This paper discusses the transformation of the Technical and Vocational Education (TVE), in shaping future leaders. To achieve these goals, efforts and modifications in the implementation of Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) to prepare high calibre individuals in the area technical skills and knowledge while in shaping individuals who have credibility as a leader.
Student Perceptions of Twitters' Effectiveness for Assessment in a Large Enrollment Online Course
Author: Rohr, Linda
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Undergraduate Students,Kinetics,Course Evaluation,Social Media,Computer Mediated Communication,Integrated Learning Systems,Large Group Instruction,Online Surveys,Instructional Effectiveness,Evaluation Methods,Learner Engagement,Assignments,Sense of Community

During the Winter and Spring 2014 semesters students registered in the online offering of Human Kinetics and Recreation 1000 (N = 589) were asked to participate in two Twitter events encompassing two of the course's assessment activities. In each Twitter event, students were required to post, at minimum, one original tweet and respond to another student's tweet. The use of a tweet feeder widget in the course's learning management system provided a current summary of the dialogue. An aggregate tool was used to assist with tracking of student tweets for assessment purposes. At the end of the semester students were asked to complete an online survey that sought to ascertain their experience of using Twitter within the course, including its effectiveness as a component of the assessment, and as a means to enhance social presence within the class. The survey also inquired about students' previous and current Twitter use, and requested recommendations on how to use it in future courses. Results of this survey data indicate students perceived Twitter as an effective means of assessment, and an effective means to integrate social presence in the high enrollment course allowing them to feel more connected to their classmates and the course content. Students suggested several ways micro-blogging could be used in future classes. Implications for the use of Twitter for assessment purposes or as a means to enhance social presence are discussed.
Building Students' Understanding of Quadratic Equation Concept Using Naïve Geometry
Author: Fachrudin, Achmad Dhany
Date: 2014-07-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mathematical Concepts,Geometry,Equations (Mathematics),Problem Solving,Learning Activities,Algebra,Foreign Countries,Grade 8,Junior High School Students,Teaching Methods,Concept Formation

The purpose of this research is to know how Naïve Geometry method can support students' understanding about the concept of solving quadratic equations. In this article we will discuss one activities of the four activities we developed. This activity focused on how students linking the Naïve Geometry method with the solving of the quadratic equation especially on how student bring geometric solution into algebraic form. This research was conducted in SMP Negeri 1 Palembang. Design research was chosen as method used in this research that have three main phases. The results of this research showed that manipulating and reshaping the rectangle into square could stimulate students to acquire the idea of solving quadratic equations using completing perfect square method. In the end of the meeting, students are also guided to reinvent the general formula to solve quadratic equations.
Online Master's Students' Perceptions of Institutional Supports and Resources: Initial Survey Results
Author: Milman, Natalie B.
Date: 2015-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Graduate Students,Masters Programs,Student Attitudes,Satisfaction,Electronic Learning,Mixed Methods Research,Research Methodology,Discovery Processes,Racial Differences,Career Counseling,Counseling Services,Preferences,Nontraditional Students,Disproportionate Representation,Minority Group Students,Academic Persistence,School Holding Power,Demography,Academic Support Services,Social Support Groups

This article presents the quantitative findings of an exploratory mixed methods study that investigated first- and second-year online graduate master's students': 1) perceptions of the importance of, and satisfaction with, administrative, academic, technical, and online community supports; 2) personal factors and grit level; and 3) differences, if any, that existed among students, in these areas. Findings showed that a large majority of students rated course-level supports (e.g., instructor support, embedded help, library) as important, in contrast to supports that might be needed on rare occasions (e.g., career services, bookstore) or by fewer students (e.g., veteran and international student services, writing center). Data stratification revealed differences between white and non-white students for career and counseling services, which white students rated &quot;unimportant&quot; and non-white students rated &quot;very important.&quot; Differences in students' perceptions of importance and satisfaction with some services highlighted instructor and technical support as areas of focus for potential improvements. The study raises several questions important to online graduate education, such as: 1) Which supports and resources should be offered by institutions of higher education to promote success in online learning for online master's graduate students? and 2) Are there strategies that need to be developed to better address the individual needs of a diverse student body, including nontraditional and underrepresented minority students?
Mathematics Education in Singapore--An Insider's Perspective
Author: Kaur, Berinderjeet
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Mathematics Education,Mathematics Curriculum,National Curriculum,Educational Trends,Curriculum Development,International Assessment,Mathematics Tests,Science Tests,Science Achievement,Elementary Secondary Education,Mathematics Achievement,Educational Practices

Singapore's Education System has evolved over time and so has Mathematics Education in Singapore. The present day School Mathematics Curricula can best be described as one that caters for the needs of every child in school. It is based on a framework that has mathematical problem solving as its primary focus. The developments from 1946 to 2012 that have shaped the present School Mathematics Curricula in Singapore are direct consequences of developments in the Education System of Singapore during the same period. The curriculum, teachers, learners and the learning environment may be said to contribute towards Singapore's performance in international benchmark studies such as TIMSS and PISA.
Factors That Influences Students Academic Performance: A Case of Rift Valley University, Jimma, Ethiopia
Author: Akessa, Geremew Muleta
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Academic Achievement,Student Surveys,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis,Universities,Regression (Statistics),Models,Likert Scales,College Students,Predictor Variables,Correlation,Influences

University is one of the places where a systematically organized and scientifically oriented education is offered. It is through such an organized manner that the knowledge, skill and desired attitude of the learner develop, but in a given class it is sometimes seen that there is a difference in achievement as a result of different factors that affect the academic achievement of students. This study was conducted to examine different factors influencing the academic performance of students in higher institution case of Rift valley university Jimma campus Ethiopia. Cross sectional study design was examined. The respondents for this study was 294 students which is determined using simple random sampling technique. A survey was conducted by using a questionnaire for information gathering about different factors relating to academic performance of students. Chi-square test of association and regressions was applied to investigate the effect of different factors on students' achievement.