ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Innovation in Education--Inclusion of 3D-Printing Technology in Modern Education System of Pakistan: Case from Pakistani Educational Institutes
Author: Waseem, Kainat
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Innovation,Computer Peripherals,Printing,Technology Uses in Education,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Models,Content Analysis,Data Analysis,Educational Practices,Manufacturing,Engineering Education,Technological Advancement,Qualitative Research,Educational Benefits

On this research, the traditional education system of Pakistan has been analyzed in comparison to international modern education system with 3D printing technology. Also how this technology results in revolutionizing current education system and its future aspects. The study adopted semi-structured interviews to solicit an understanding of teachers, students and 3D printing service providers on the inclusion of this prototyping technology in Pakistani education system. Content analysis technique was used to analyze the data and verbatim texts were applied in discussing the emergent themes. The findings indicate that teachers and students are really motivated and convinced that prototyping technology will bring another revolution in education system of Pakistan near future, just like computers. They rely so much on modern learning techniques to present innovative ideas in tangible forms. They were influenced by this technology in their current practices and mentioned that primary and basic education should adapt this technology to create better understanding to innovative minds. The paper identifies key contribution of 3D printing technology as a factor in state development. This study will be significant and gainful for educationist, understudies and individual working in the field of prototype development and customization who wish to see how the field has developed and evolved as well as the individuals who are occupied with way for future research.
Constructing a Criterion Reference Test to Measure the Research and Statistical Competencies of Graduate Students at the Jordanian Governmental Universities
Author: Al-Habashneh, Maher Hussein
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Criterion Referenced Tests,Graduate Students,Test Construction,Competence,Research Skills,Statistics,Mathematics Skills,Multiple Choice Tests,Cutting Scores,Test Items,Difficulty Level,Gender Differences,Scientific Research,Masters Degrees,Doctoral Degrees,Test Validity,Test Reliability

This study aimed at constructing a criterion-reference test to measure the research and statistical competencies of graduate students at the Jordanian governmental universities, the test has to be in its first form of (50) multiple choice items, then the test was introduced to (5) arbitrators with competence in measurement and evaluation to determine the cut-off score using Angoff method amounted to (0.69), the test was applied to an experimental sample of (80) students ( males and females from the International Islamic University to check out the difficulty and discrimination coefficients of the items, based on these coefficients, (5) items have been deleted, then the test which consists of (45) items in its final form, was applied to the total sample consisting of (275) students (males and females) from the Jordanian governmental universities (University of Jordan, Al-Yarmouk, Mu'tah), the stability coefficient was estimated using Kuder-Richardson-20 coefficient (0.83) to be used in the verification of Livingston stability at the cut-off score, its value reached (0.87). The results showed that there is statistically significant differences in the degree of possession of competencies attributed to gender, also showed a statistically significant differences in the possessing of competencies attributed to scientific degree in favor of the doctorate, and there was no effect of the interaction between the two variables (sex and scientific degree) to acquire skills, and the results showed that there is a clear decline in the mastery of graduate students at Jordanian universities for research and statistical competencies, the proportion of the expert students who are over the cutoff score was (0.57).
Standardizing the Term &quot;Strategy&quot; in Retail and Business Curriculum
Author: Song, So Young
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: College Curriculum,Business Administration Education,Retailing,Vocabulary,Definitions,Language Usage

Strategy is a key concept in retail and business education. Yet, this important term has evolved to include many definitions, which can create confusion in the classroom environment. This paper proposes a standardized use of the term &quot;strategy&quot; in retail and business classrooms. It suggests a focused definition of strategy as &quot;the principle that guides and inspires an organization to achieve optimum and long-term business performance by obtaining and sustaining competitive advantages.&quot; It also outlines the development and definitions of strategy and discusses issues and concerns regarding the various definitions of strategy in academia. The study supports the need for clarification and efforts to incorporate standardized language into retail and business classroom settings.
Attitude towards, and Awareness of Using ICT in Classrooms: A Case of Expatriate Indian Teachers in UAE
Author: Bindu, C. N.
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Questionnaires,Interviews,Indians,Gender Differences,Age Differences,Attitude Measures,Teacher Attitudes,Qualitative Research,Statistical Analysis,Teaching Methods

It is a widely accepted fact that ICT integration in education offers a wider opportunity for both teachers and students to fulfill the increasing demand of the contemporary world. The current paper explores the awareness of, and attitude towards, using ICT in teaching by the Indian teachers in UAE based on their gender and age. The data were collected through both questionnaire and interview. At the first phase of the data collection 57 teachers from 7 Indian curriculum schools were selected through consecutive sampling technique and 10 teachers, who were also subject coordinators, were selected through purposive sampling at the second phase. The findings of the study, through the analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data, revealed that teachers have a positive attitude towards using ICT irrespective of their gender and age. However, the ICT awareness of teachers is at the average level and is influenced by their gender and age. The findings suggest that ICT use for educational purposes should be given greater consideration than it currently receives. In general, the results were consistent with those previously reported in studies related to the use of ICT in the educational settings. (A bibliography is included.)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder through Sri Lankan Primary School Teachers' Eyes
Author: Menikdiwela, Kanchana R.
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,Student Needs,Mainstreaming,Student Behavior,Barriers,Interpersonal Relationship,Qualitative Research,Elementary School Teachers,Elementary School Students,Knowledge Base for Teaching,Knowledge Level,Teacher Competencies,Regular and Special Education Relationship,Questionnaires,Teacher Attitudes,Pretesting,Interviews

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been identified as one of the most common behavioral disorders in childhood. The main objective of this study was analyzing the current situation of supporting children with ADHD in mainstream schools in Sri Lanka; especially how Sri Lankan primary school teachers support such children in overcoming their barriers to learning, behavior, and social relationships. A qualitative research study was conducted with ten Sri Lankan primary school teachers.The main findings of the study showed that all the primary school teachers who took part in the study did not have a satisfactory knowledge and training on educating children with ADHD traits. They currently face many difficulties when teaching children with ADHD traits in the mainstream classroom due to not having enough resources, support and guidance from relevant authorities. The finding of the study will be useful to improve or develop the education system of ADHD children in Sri Lanka, since no research study has been conducted so far regarding this topic. The research study reveals that the need for raising awareness among Sri Lankan primary school teachers on ADHD and providing enough facilities for mainstream schools so that teachers can provide a proper education for such children.
Role of Head Teachers in Ensuring Sound Climate
Author: Kor, Jacob
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Principals,Administrator Role,Educational Environment,High Schools,Teacher Surveys,Student Surveys,Secondary School Teachers,High School Students,Semi Structured Interviews,Mixed Methods Research

The school climate is outlined in literature as one of the most important within school factors required for effective teaching in learning. As leaders in any organisations are assigned the role of ensuring sound climates for work, head teachers also have the task of creating and maintaining an environment conducive for effective academic work within their institutions. Although it is debated that positive school climate will lead to positive academic very little studies have been conducted on how the school leaders can influence the school climate needed improved child performance. The current study seeks to evaluate head teachers' role in ensuring a sound school climate and also examine how the role of head teachers in ensuring a sound school climate will influence school climate conditions. An exploratory mixed design approach was employed. Items of the survey questionnaire were based on questions form the both Inventory of School Climate (ISC) and the NSCC scale for school climate. The qualitative phase involved interviews with 40 head teachers and the second quantitative phase involved collation of primary data from 110 schools randomly selected from 513 Senior High schools across five regions in Ghana. Participants during survey included a student and teacher from each of the selected schools. Data obtained during survey was coded and entered into a SPSS 21 statistical software and subsequently analyses using both descriptive and inferential methods were conducted. It was found that the all five roles of head teachers significantly influences school climate items. Recommendations were made based on the finding of the study.
Using Electronic Portfolios to Explore Essential Student Learning Outcomes in a Professional Development Course
Author: Alanson, Erik R.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Electronic Publishing,Portfolios (Background Materials),Undergraduate Students,Portfolio Assessment,Teamwork,Cooperative Education,Assignments,Hypothesis Testing,Surveys,Student Attitudes,Self Esteem,Professional Development

The following study utilizes an ePortfolio platform to examine desirable employment competencies during an introductory level professional development course for cooperative education students at a large, research intensive institution. The researchers created course activities allowing students to demonstrate essential learning outcomes derived from the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&amp;U) LEAP Report (2008). While it is recognized that the student learning outcomes identified in the LEAP Report are intended to be examined through summative analysis at the conclusion of one's undergraduate experience, this study proposes that these learning outcomes can be promoted early during students' undergraduate careers through formative feedback in an ePortfolio development process. The results of this study suggest that ePortfolios could be used as a medium to encourage student confidence with respect to employment preparation. Further research should be conducted to longitudinally evaluate students' understanding and ability to demonstrate the LEAP Report's essential learning outcomes within the context of a cooperative education curriculum. [Paper presented at the World Association for Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, International Research Symposium on Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, (2nd, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, 2016).]
Depicting the Possible Self: Work-Integrated Learning Students' Narratives on Learning to Become a Professional
Author: Bowen, Tracey
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Professionalism,Professional Identity,Interviews,Self Management,Internship Programs,Barriers,Learning Strategies,Workplace Learning,Work Experience Programs

Professionalism is not easily defined for newcomers to the workforce. While much of the work-ready research focuses on desired graduate attributes and skills, the larger issue is the ways in which students conceptualize professionalism from their observations and experiences of others, and how these conceptualizations affect their professional identity construction. Twelve Canadian and six Swedish students enrolled in WIL programs were asked how they think they learn to become a professional. Participants described similar experiences of continually renegotiating their sense of self in an effort to construct a hoped-for-possible professional self. Rich Pictures (RPs) were also used to explore how students visually conceptualized the process of becoming &quot;the professional&quot;. Participants from both countries emphasized the importance of self-management and self-censorship in terms of knowing how to look and sound like a professional. Participants used the RPs to visually depict their hoped-for possible self in contrast to the feared for self. [Paper presented at the World Association for Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, International Research Symposium on Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, (2nd, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, 2016).]
The Influence of Proactive Socialization Behaviors and Team Socialization on Individual Performance in the Team
Author: Pennaforte, Antoine
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Socialization,Teamwork,Behavior Patterns,Cooperative Education,Social Theories,Role,Models,Correlation,Multiple Regression Analysis,Student Surveys,Information Seeking,Feedback (Response),Undergraduate Students,Likert Scales,Student Attitudes,Social Integration

On the basis of the role and the social exchange theories, this research investigated the direct and indirect antecedents of three dimensions of team performance (proficiency, adaptivity, proactivity) developed through cooperative education. The theoretical model examined how proactive socialization behaviors led to team socialization and team performance, and how team socialization mediated the relationship between proactive behaviors and team performance. Results from multiple linear regressions on a sample of 2905 student-workers involved in cooperative education programs globally supported the model. Theoretical and practical implications, as well as limitations and propositions for future research, were discussed. [Paper presented at the World Association for Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, International Research Symposium on Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, (2nd, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, 2016).]
The Role of Work-Integrated Learning in Developing Students' Perceived Work Self-Efficacy
Author: Reddan, Gregory
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Self Efficacy,Student Attitudes,Foreign Countries,Experiential Learning,Work Experience,Employment Qualifications,Case Studies,Questionnaires,Pretests Posttests,Program Effectiveness,Career Development,Teacher Influence,Undergraduate Students

The notion of work self-efficacy is significant as the self-efficacy beliefs of an individual have considerable influence on his/her level of motivation and performance in the workplace. This paper aims to determine the effects of the learning activities of a work-integrated learning course in Exercise Science in relation to students' perceived work self-efficacy in industries relevant to their studies. Comparison of pre- and post-course scores on the Work Self-Efficacy Scale demonstrated significant improvement in students' perceived work self-efficacy in all seven dimensions, as well as their perceived skill levels in thirteen important aspects of the work environment. The results suggested that all three course components (the work experience placement, career development workshops and presentations from practicing lecturers and professionals) provided important contributions to students' development. The factors that were considered to be most influential included feedback from supervisors, personal motivation and involvement, and regular workplace experience. [Paper presented at the World Association for Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, International Research Symposium on Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education, (2nd, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, 2016).]
Examination of 2015 Human Development Index in Terms of Education: Comparison of the Continents and Turkey
Author: Nartgün, Senay Sezgin
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Comparative Analysis,Educational Indicators,Reports,Enrollment Rate,Secondary Education,Educational Attainment,Equal Education,Educational Quality,Student Mobility,Higher Education,Unemployment,Educational Finance,Dropout Rate,Teacher Student Ratio,Elementary Education,Academic Achievement,Case Studies

This study aims to compare Turkey to the first three countries from each continent in terms of educational indicators in 2015 Human Development Report. In line with this aim, it is a case study utilizing document review method. Analysis of the data has been carried out on a single document which is United Nations Development Report (2015). To determine the sample, data were categorized according to continents and the first three countries of continents were compared to Turkey. The indicators evaluated in the scope of this study are expected and net enrollment rates, population with at least some secondary education, inequality in education and adjusted ineqaulity index in education, satisfaction with education quality, international student mobility, workforce with higher education, education achievements and the population between 15-24 unemployed and unschooled. The findings of the study showed that Turkey does not have satisfying values in terms of these indicators and appears at the bottom of the list or very close to the bottom. It is also suggested that Turkey should invest more to education to have a better performance in human development index.
Views from the Streets of Accra on Language Policy in Ghana
Author: Sadat, Mohammed
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Official Languages,Public Policy,Language Attitudes,Questionnaires,Public Opinion,Gender Differences,Educational Attainment,Ethnic Groups

Issues of national language are very complex in Africa because of the multi-lingual situation on the continent. The situation is even more severe when a country attempts to choose one of the indigenous languages as its national language. Most African nations have peacefully chosen foreign languages as their official languages but there is always a controversy over which language to use as a national language in Africa. The paper investigates the views of Ghanaians on national language. The paper discusses the responses to questionnaire that were administered to respondents who were randomly selected on the street of Accra. The paper finds out that majority of the Ghanaian population, representing 81% want Ghana to adopt a national language. The paper argues that even though Ghanaians want a national language, intensive education on national language must be carried out by the government before any action is taken
The Effect of Fermi Questions in the Development of Science Processes Skills in Physics among Jordanian Ninth Graders
Author: Barahmeh, Haytham Mousa
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Science Instruction,Science Process Skills,Teaching Methods,Grade 9,Questioning Techniques,Foreign Countries,Physics,Statistical Analysis,Gender Differences

This study aimed at exploring the effect of Fermi question on the development of science process skills in the physics subject at ninth Grade students. The sample of the study consisted of (2) classes for males and (2) classes for females, which were randomly divided into (2) groups: An experimental group of (41) students divided into a class of (21) males and a class of (20) females. This group was taught through the Fermi question. A control group of (44) students divided into a class of (23) males and a class of (21) females. This group was taught through the traditional method. Science process skills test was prepared by the researchers according to the purpose of the study. The test was administered before and after the treatment. The results of the study showed that there were statistically significant differences (a = 0.05) in science process skills test (in favor of experimental group), and that there were statistically significant differences (a = 0.05) due to gender in favor of females.
Performance-Based Funding: Equity Analysis of Funding Distribution among State Universities
Author: Ellis, Robin Ann
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: State Universities,Educational Finance,Higher Education,Accountability,Efficiency,Competition,State Aid,State Legislation,Laws,Productivity,Resource Allocation,Data Analysis,Performance Based Assessment,Standards

How to finance higher education remains controversial among policy makers and constituencies across the United States. Texas is not exempt from the controversy. With increasingly strained state finances, institutions of higher education and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) have come under pressure to increase performance accountability, efficiency, and competitiveness. In Texas, House Bill 9 (H.B. 9) was enacted in 2011 to dedicate a portion of state funding to public colleges and universities that meet specific performance-based standards. Although H.B. 9 has been passed and signed into law, it still has not been determined how funding will be distributed or how effective it will be. This paper analyzes data from several states with similar performance-based funding standards to help bring to light to the possible effects H.B. 9 will have on Texas' public four-year universities.