ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Tutor Perception on Personal and Institutional Preparedness for Online Teaching-Learning during the COVID-19 Crisis: The Case of Ghanaian Colleges of Education
Author: Gyampoh, Alexander Obiri
Date: 2020-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,College Faculty,Teacher Attitudes,Online Courses,Distance Education,Teacher Competencies,Faculty Development,School Closing,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,School Policy,Educational Resources,Technological Literacy,Teaching Skills,Educational Finance,Barriers,Readiness,COVID-19,Pandemics

This paper looks at Ghanaian Colleges of Education tutors' perception on the personal and institutional preparedness for online teaching-learning during the COVID-19 crisis. The study selected 24 tutors from 9 Colleges of Education (CoEs) in the Eastern and Greater Accra Regions. 7 CoEs are in Eastern while 2 are in Greater Accra. Using the convenience sampling technique, 24 tutors were selected as the accessible population. The research design used was the qualitative with a semi-structured interview conducted over the telephone because of social distancing. The data collected was analysed manually. The results indicate that only 33.3% of the respondents could teach confidently online, while 66.7% needed more training to confidently deliver lessons online. Furthermore, none of the 9 colleges had policies on online teaching even though each college had at least 16 policies regarding the good governance of the colleges. It is therefore recommended that tutors of CoEs should be given support in ICT and online skills and competencies through continuous training.
The Cost Conundrum: It Might Be More about the Mystery than the Money
Author: Paterson, Jim
Date: 2018-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Paying for College,Student Costs,College Choice,Student Financial Aid,Admissions Counseling,College Bound Students

Packed within the big bundle of worries that high school students and their parents bring to the college admission process, the bulkiest item is often how they will pay for it. And too often, experts say, it is not about lacking money, but lacking information. There is often a lot of confusion about college costs, and while it might simply complicate the selection process for some students or disappoint others because a school is out of reach financially, it also may cause some to make a bad decision about enrollment or even be forced to drop out. Some underestimate the cost of college, but just as often students believe they cannot attend a school for which they may be eligible.
Opinions of the Faculty of Sport Sciences Students on the Changes in Education System during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Research
Author: Uluöz, Eren
Date: 2020-07-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Athletics,Student Attitudes,College Students,Teaching Methods,Disease Control,Online Courses,Distance Education,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Foreign Countries,Costs,Health Promotion,Testing,Students with Disabilities,Access to Education,Educational Administration,Student Research,Attention,Technical Support,Educational Environment,Interpersonal Relationship,Cheating,Homework,Physical Activities,Attendance,Government Role,COVID-19,Pandemics

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is defined as illness caused by a novel coronavirus now called severe acute respiratory syndrome. The only common thing to be evaluated in the flu category is that it is caused by the virus. The diseases have caused serious health problems and social problems throughout the world. The aim of this study is to determine the opinions of the faculty of sport sciences students about the changes in the education system during COVID-19 Pandemic. Case Study Pattern, one of the qualitative research methods, was used in the research. The data were collected virtually by interview method. The sample of the study consisted of 18 students studying at the Faculty of Sports Sciences of Çukurova University (Male: 13, Female: 5). Descriptive content analysis method was used to analyze the data. The data summarized and interpreted through descriptive analysis, coded themes and sub-themes were created. Subjects such as &quot;the opportunity to watch the lesson again&quot;, &quot;Protecting health&quot;, &quot;Ease of focus&quot;, &quot;Exam advantage&quot;, &quot;Ease of access for students with disabilities&quot;, &quot;Facilities provided by the university administration&quot;, &quot;encouraging research&quot; are positive opinions about distance education. Conditions such as &quot;Problems in the Distance Education Infrastructure&quot;, &quot;Lack of Education Face to Face&quot;, &quot;Negative Emotion due to Pandemic&quot;, &quot;Exam Anxiety&quot; were found as negative findings. As a result, it is seen that the distance education system is advantageous in some aspects and disadvantageous in some aspects due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The solution suggestions presented for the elimination of problems in the distance education system are as follows, both in our study and other studies in the literature. &quot;Improving distance education infrastructure&quot;, &quot;Using web-based additional applications&quot;, &quot;Assigning homework instead of exams, being fair in grading&quot;, &quot;Exemption and adding additional courses to accelerated programs&quot;, &quot;Producing solutions for increasing efficiency in practice classes&quot;, &quot;ensuring ease of transportation&quot;, etc. We think that the state institutions should take the necessary precautions by considering the solutions based on scientific studies.
Assessment of Level of Awareness and Extent of Utilization of Innovative Instructional Strategies for Teaching Science in Secondary Schools in Kebbi State, Nigeria
Author: Musa, Usman
Date: 2020-07-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Educational Innovation,Secondary School Teachers,Secondary School Science,Science Instruction,Science Teachers,Faculty Development,Knowledge Base for Teaching,Knowledge Level,Teacher Improvement,Internet,Libraries

The study examined level of awareness and extent of utilization of innovative instructional strategies by science teachers for teaching science in senior secondary schools in Kebbi State, Nigeria. The research is quantitative in nature, descriptive survey research design was adopted. A sample of 252 science teachers was drawn from all science teachers in public secondary schools in Kebbi State, Nigeria. The sample for schools was drawn using stratified sampling, while simple random sampling was used in the selection of science teachers. Questionnaire validated by experts was used as an instrument for data gathering. The reliability of the instrument was determined using test-retest method and an index of 0.76 was arrived at. Findings from the study revealed that 19 (67.86%) out of 28 innovative instructional strategies were not known by science teachers, while 5 (17.86%) were known but not utilized by the teachers. Similarly science teachers do not frequent libraries or browse the internet for current books, journals and other resources to update their knowledge on recent practices on teaching and learning science. The study recommends that Government should organize seminars, workshops and provide adequate sensitization to science teachers on awareness and utilization of innovative instructional strategies for effective teaching and learning science. Science teachers should be encouraged to visit libraries and also search the internet for current information and ideas on current practices on teaching and learning science.
Conceptual Understanding Levels of Students with Different Cognitive Styles: An Evaluation in Terms of Different Measurement Techniques
Author: Aydin Ceran, Sema
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Cognitive Style,Measurement Techniques,Concept Formation,Scientific Concepts,Physics,Public Schools,Foreign Countries,Concept Mapping,Transfer of Training,Science Achievement,Multiple Choice Tests,Secondary School Students,Grade 7

Purpose: This study aimed to determine the conceptual understanding (The Unit of Force) levels of seventh-grade students with different cognitive styles with different measurement techniques and to observe how the conceptual understanding levels measured by different measurement techniques are affected by their cognitive styles. Research Method: The sample of the study, which was a causal-comparative study, consisted of 80 seventh-grade students in a public school in Ankara. To determine the field-dependent/field-- independent cognitive style differences of the students, the Group Embedded Figures Test was used. To determine students' conceptual understanding levels two different measurement techniques were used together. The first of these was the Life Based Concept Test. The test consisted of multiple-choice questions using real-life contexts that the student was familiar with in everyday life. Force Concept Map was another measurement technique used to determine students' conceptual understanding. The data obtained were analyzed with MANOVA, one-way ANOVA and t-tests. Findings: The findings of this research show that there was a significant difference concerning conceptual understanding levels measured by Life Based Concept Test and Force Concept Map in favor of students with field-independent cognitive style. The results obtained in this context revealed that the conceptual understanding levels measured by different measurement techniques in the unit of force differ according to cognitive styles of the students. Implications for Research and Practice: This study points out that cognitive style differences are an effective factor in student success. This difference in student achievement shows that measurement techniques may lead to a disadvantage/advantage for the student. Therefore, it is recommended to review the studies in which the conceptual understanding is measured by uniform tests in the literature. In addition, researchers are recommended to use multiple measurement techniques that consider students' individual differences to obtain more valid results.
Investigation of the Effects of Recreational Purpose Gymnastic Studies on the Quality of Life of Children Aged 4-12 Years
Author: Baskan, Aytekin Hamdi
Date: 2020-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Recreational Activities,Athletics,Program Effectiveness,Quality of Life,Children,Foreign Countries,Social Development,Physical Development,Parent Attitudes,Health Promotion,Academic Achievement,Elementary School Students,Middle School Students,Childrens Attitudes

This study aims to investigate the effects of recreational gymnastics training on the quality of life of children aged 4-12 years. The research is a structured case study with the parents of children attending a private gymnasium in Giresun. 7 questions prepared by the researcher as a data collection tool were directed to the parents in the form of a focus group interview, and voice recordings and written notes were taken during the interview. The average age of children (n = 30) is X = 7.76 ± 2.25 years, with 22 of them (73.3%) female and 8 (26.7%) male. 66.7% of the families gave their children to gymnastics for healthy life and social development purposes, gymnastics increased flexibility, positively affects the postural structure, 80% of the sports activities after the study, the interest increased positively, the quality of life changed positively by 70%, school success It is stated that the rate of increase in the rate of 30%, does not contribute to the change of technological addiction status, and a high rate of 96% will continue to support working in gymnastics and other branches.
Informal Effect of the Biographical Film on the Views of Prospective Science Teachers on Nature of Science
Author: Saritas, Davut
Date: 2020-06-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Films,Preservice Teachers,Student Attitudes,Scientific Principles,Instructional Effectiveness,Informal Education,Documentaries,Scientists,Attitude Change,Science History,Retention (Psychology),Science Education,Foreign Countries

In this study, the effects of a documentary and a biographical film, which was watched in an informal environment, on the prospective science teachers' nature of science (NOS) views were examined. The study conducted according to the mixed research methodology. The data were obtained through the open-ended questionnaire prepared by considering the consensus aspects of the NOS. The participants were shown a documentary-style biographical film about a cross-section of the life of a famous scientist. The findings show that there are changes in the participants' views on some of the consensus aspects of the nature of science. Some of these were in the desired direction, but the retention was weak. Also, some of the changes are in an undesirable direction such as to create a science myth. According to the results, it can be thought that films adapted from the history of science can be used to teach the nature of science. Since films produced for different purposes such as art and entertainment may cause problems in teaching the nature of science, it can be suggested to use such films in a more structured learning environment.
Normative Values for Evaluation of Children Physical Education Level: According to Chronological Age or Biological Age?
Author: Bayraktar, Isik
Date: 2020-07-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Physical Education,Athletics,Age Differences,Biology,Males,Early Adolescents,Grade 7,Grade 8,Body Weight,Body Height,Body Composition,Muscular Strength,Physiology,Human Body,Psychomotor Skills,Norms,Foreign Countries

This research was conducted to determine whether there are differences between the norm values used in the evaluation of children who train in different sports and physical education lessons according to the chronological age and biological age of the children. The research group consists of a total of 239 male students of 13 (n=116) and 14 (n=123) chronological years, who study in grades 7 and 8. In addition, the biological ages of the students who make up the research group are calculated and divided into 13(N=140) and 14 (n=86) biological age groups. Within the scope of the research, heights, body weights, body mass indexes and body fat percentages of students were determined as anthropometric variables. Hand grip, leg strength, flexibility, horizontal and vertical jump, medicine ball throwing, ball throwing and sprint running skills were measured as motoric performance variables. The differences of variables according to chronological age and biological age were calculated by the Independent-Samples t-test. According to age groups, the arithmetic mean (x) is shown as 10%. While establishing the norm, the ratings accepted as Canadian criteria were used. In our study, significant differences were found between body weights in 13 and 14 age groups according to both chronological age and biological age. While there is a similarity in 13 age group in terms of heights, difference in favor of biological age was calculated in 14 age group. Even if there is no difference in the comparisons made for the bio motor abilities that are the subject of our study, percentage differences were found in comparing norm values in 10% slices according to chronological age and biological age. Thanks to norm values generated according to both chronological and biological age, the physical condition of the children, strengths and weaknesses related to the level of students in physical education classes, according to the separation of the application groups of children directed to the appropriate sport or the athletes and the students about training programs that will be applied to the course content it is envisaged that the results of this research will provide guidance. In this way, it is thought that by dividing the chronological age and biological age in children, a possible loss of motivation will be prevented in both physical education and training and competitions.
The Effect of Mobbing Behaviors on Students&apos; Burnout: Empirical Results from a Higher Educational Institution
Author: Duyan, Mehdi
Date: 2020-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Bullying,Burnout,Undergraduate Students,Measures (Individuals),Psychological Patterns,Self Efficacy,Foreign Countries,Teacher Student Relationship,Predictor Variables

This study aimed to investigate the effect of instructor-induced mobbing behavior on students' burnout. The data were obtained from undergraduate students studying at a university's faculty of sports sciences. Two scales were used in the study. To measure mobbing, the Negative Acts Questionnaire--Student (NAQ-S) was used. NAQ-S has two sub-dimensions named academic mobbing and non-academic mobbing. To measure students' burnout, the Maslach Burnout Inventory--Student Survey (MBI-SS) was used. MBI-SS has three sub-dimensions named exhaustion, cynicism and efficacy. The results showed that academic mobbing only significantly affected students' exhaustion, while non-academic mobbing significantly influences students' cynicism and efficacy. In conclusion, school administrators should be aware that mobbing behaviors affect student burnout. It should take into account the possibility of such negative behaviors occurring and make efforts to prevent them.
Investigation of the Problem Solving and Excellence Levels of the Secondary School Students Who Do Sports and Does Not
Author: Yasin, Israfil
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Problem Solving,Athletics,Personality Traits,Foreign Countries,Gender Differences,Middle School Students,Standards,Family Life

In this study, it was aimed to compare the problem solving and perfectionism levels of the students who do sports and do not sports in terms of various variables, and to determine the correlation between problem solving and their perfectionism. In the province of Among the competitions between secondary schools in the 2018-2019 academic year, Milas district of Mugla province, 171 sports students between the ages of 13-15, whose sports age is at least 2 years, were randomly selected among the sports students. SPSS 22.0 statistics program was used in the analysis of the data. After the descriptive analyzes were made on the data, as the results of the Kolmogorov-Simirnov normality test performed by comparing the scores of the participants were not normal, the difference between the groups was examined by applying the Mann-Whitney test, which is one of the non-parametric tests. The &quot;Mann-Whitney U&quot; test was used to determine the differences between the groups. Statistical analyzes were tested at 95% confidence level, p&lt;0.05 values were considered statistically significant. Under the &quot;spearman's rho&quot; test for the correlation between perfectionism and problem-solving scale. As a result, although the perfectionism and problem solving levels of the students who do and do not do sports have a meaningful result, the effect of doing sports varies according to gender; We can say that there is a positive correlation in the sub-dimensions of perfectionism and problem solving skills.
Mobile Internet Experiences of the Children in Turkey and European Countries: A Comparative Analysis of Internet Access, Use, Activities, Skills and Risks
Author: Turgut, Yigit Emrah
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Internet,Telecommunications,Children,Adolescents,Ownership,Handheld Devices,Access to Computers,Leisure Time,Technological Literacy,Safety,At Risk Persons,Cultural Differences,Environmental Influences,Family Environment

Purpose: This study aims to examine the current state of mobile Internet experience of the children in Turkey and to compare the Internet experiences of the children in Turkey to the children living in seven European countries included in the Net Children Go Mobile (NCGM) project. Research Methods: In this study, a descriptive research design was employed and the participants consisted of 784 children between the ages of 9 and 16 from 12 different regions. Findings: Results revealed that the ratio of Turkish children having Internet access in their own bedrooms and outside and also the ratio of them owning mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, is above the European average. It was seen that Turkish and European children used the Internet mostly for performing leisure and communicative activities. Although Turkish children's Internet use skills seemed to above the European average, it was seen that their skills towards safe Internet browsing like filtering unwanted content, blocking pop-up windows lacked behind their European counterparts. Thus, it was revealed that Turkish children were facing more Internet risks compared to the children in Europe. Implications for Research and Practice: Future studies can utilize more detailed evaluation methods, such as performance tasks to assess the children's mobile device and Internet use. Researchers can also design applications and activities that aim to redirect the children's attention from using the Internet for entertainment and communication purposes to using it for research and study and then evaluate the effectiveness of the designs.
Key Barriers to Training Effectiveness for Female Head Teachers in Saudi Arabia: A Qualitative Survey
Author: Alsalamah, Aljawharah
Date: 2020-11-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Barriers,Females,Women Administrators,Program Effectiveness,Leadership Qualities,Leadership Role,Leadership Training,Instructional Leadership,Elementary Secondary Education,Motivation,Supervisors,Trainers,Educational Facilities,Principals

This paper outlines the results of a research study, the objective of which was to explore barriers to the effectiveness of training programmes for female head teachers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The study was carried out in the context of the National Vision 2030, implemented by the Ministry of Education with the goal of developing education in Saudi Arabia. A qualitative method survey was administered in 2018 to 24 supervisors and head teachers; respondents were asked to outline their experiences with teacher training programmes. The results provided insight into barriers to training effectiveness. Specifically, four obstacles related to trainers, trainees or the training environment were identified, all of which minimise the positive impact of training programmes. The two most significant obstacles are related to the trainers and to the lack of motivation among trainees. Based on these findings, the paper provides a series of guidelines designed to overcome these obstacles. The findings of this study are significant in that they reveal important insights for training centres with regard to barriers to effective training. These results may make it easier for trainers to tailor their programmes in order to meet the changing needs of school leadership. Trainees will be able to develop the managerial skills required of head teachers and will meet the requirements of the Ministry of Education; ultimately, educational training programmes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be enhanced.