ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Communication between Students and Teachers in Realization of Extracurricular Activities
Author: Šejtanic, Semir
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Extracurricular Activities,Communication Skills,Elementary School Teachers,Elementary School Students,Secondary School Teachers,Secondary School Students,Competence,Teacher Student Relationship,Elementary Schools,Secondary Schools,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Partnerships in Education,Statistical Analysis

Extracurricular activities represent educational, preplanned actions which enable complete confirmation of students' personality as well as development of their communication skills and competencies; whilst they enable the teachers to expand their educational influence. Modern school can't be imagined without innovations or modifications to the entire communicational discourse, since its perspective is to be a progressive model whereat main communicational types of behavior are learnt and formed. The research was carried out at primary and secondary schools in the area of Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mostar region) and it included 590 students and 315 teachers. With this empirical research we have tested the presence of a democratic, voluntary, partnership and pedagogic-stimulating communication within the process of putting the extracurricular activities into realization. The goal of our research was to determine whether there is a statistically significant difference between evaluations made by students and those made by teachers of primary and secondary schools that a democratic, voluntary, partnership and pedagogic stimulating communication is mostly dominant in the process of putting extracurricular activities into realization. The results we have collected have shown the difference between students' and teachers' perception of dominant communication in realization of extracurricular activities.
Do Leadership Styles Influence Organizational Health? A Study in Educational Organizations
Author: Toprak, Mustafa
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Leadership Styles,Organizational Climate,Principals,Comparative Analysis,Transformational Leadership,Questionnaires,Likert Scales,Elementary School Teachers,Secondary School Teachers,Multiple Regression Analysis,Correlation

This research aims to investigate the effect of leadership styles of school principals on organizational health. Causal-comparative research model was used to analyze the relationships between leadership types and organizational health. For data collection, a Likert type Multifactor Leadership scale questionnaire and Organizational Health scale were administered to 151 teachers working primary and secondary schools in Osmaniye city. Data were analyzed by using multiple regression analysis method. Findings of this study indicated significant relationships between school principals' leadership styles and health of schools, that leadership style of school leaders influence organizational health level of a school. Transformational leadership style was also found out to be closely related to a healthy school environment while transactional leadership style is negatively correlated with organizational health. Individual consideration, inspirational motivation, idealized influence, and intellectual stimulation sub-dimensions are found to effective in the formation of organizational health. In the light of the findings, some recommendations were also presented.
Children&apos;s Play and Physical Activity in Traditional and Forest (Natural) Playgrounds
Author: Torkar, Gregor
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Early Childhood Education,Child Development,Play,Physical Activities,Playgrounds,Observation,Preschool Children,Natural Resources,Gender Differences,Foreign Countries,Geographic Information Systems,Statistical Analysis

Early childhood is a crucial period for the physical and cognitive development of children. A child's exposure to nature is proven to be beneficial in this period of human life. The aim of the present research was to investigate children's play and physical activity on a traditional playground and on a forest (natural) playground. Twenty-five observations took place on the traditional playground, and twenty-five observations were recorded on the forest playground. Twenty-five participating preschool children were observed in both playgrounds, but not necessarily in the same order. Research findings confirmed important qualities of natural playgrounds that provide children with a wide range of playing and learning opportunities not available on other playgrounds. Children were playing more with different natural materials in the forest playground and they more frequently played different chasing games and hide and seek in the forest playground. Participating children were also more physically active on the forest playground, and boys were more active on the forest playground than girls. The research concludes that it is important for preschool teachers to use natural playgrounds frequently and with regularity. Research design in this article is also an example of how GPS trackers can be beneficial for educational research.
The Mediating Role of Teachers&apos; Depression Levels on the Relationship between Emotional Labor and Burn-Out
Author: Yasar, Hasan
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Depression (Psychology),Teacher Burnout,Foreign Countries,Labor,Emotional Experience,Measures (Individuals),Emotional Intelligence,Statistical Analysis,Multiple Regression Analysis

The aim of this study is to understand the mediation effects of teachers' depression levels on the relationship between emotional labor and burnout. The study group in this research consists of 163 teachers working at Gaziantep schools during 2013-2014 academic year. Since the research aims to analyze mediation effect of teachers' depression levels on the relationship between emotional labor and burnout, the research design employed in this study is relational scanning model. Maslach's Burnout Scale, Emotional Labor Scale and Depression Scale were used as data collection tools. Regression analysis of the effect of emotional labor on burnout show that, after depression level is added to the model, the effect of emotional intelligence on burnout decreases which indicates that the depression level is a mediator variable in this relationship. Results of analysis regarding mediation effect of depression levels on the relationship between teachers' emotional labor and burnout also illustrate that depression levels are partial mediator in this relationship. Within that context, it is recommended that activities that could decrease teachers' depression levels at schools should be organized by school administrators. Some other recommendations are presented based on findings.
The Use of New Technologies in Basic Education: An Approach to Profile of Indigenous Ecuadorians
Author: Stefos, Efstathios
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Technology Uses in Education,Foreign Countries,Indigenous Populations,Comparative Analysis,Information Technology,National Surveys,Influence of Technology,Internet,Basic Skills

This article aims to define the profile of Ecuadorian indigenous students who study at different levels of basic education in Ecuador in the context of the application and use of emerging technologies in the last five years. This approach focuses on a comparative analysis between indigenous and non-indigenous students, based on the national data from the National Survey of Employment, Unemployment and Underemployment of Ecuador (ENEMDU) 2006, 2011 and 2015, along with the contribution of other statistical sources, such as the 2001 and 2010 Census of the National Statistics Institute of Ecuador (INEC). The results show a significant difference in the use of ICTs between indigenous students and non-indigenous students, the majority of whom are mixed mestizo with minorities of montubios, blacks, whites, mulattos, afro-Ecuadorians and others. The interest in acquiring knowledge about one of the most precarious social sectors of Ecuadorian society, the indigenous population, is justified by the absence of studies about this subject, by the need to know the possible limitations or barriers, geographic, cultural and economic, and in the characterization of its profile, which will allow in future studies to deepen the process of appropriation of information and communication technologies in the applications, management and impact of ICTs and in the educational process of Ecuadorian indigenous students.
Enhance Learning through BrainDance Movements: An Empirical Study
Author: Chiang, Linda H.
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Movement Education,Reading Achievement,Student Behavior,Comparative Analysis,Likert Scales,Correlation,Dance,Statistical Analysis,Cognitive Development,Elementary School Students,Grade 2

The purpose of this study was to compare and associate BrainDance activity to a control group on reading scores as well as social, learning, and negative behavior. A total of 40 students in two classrooms participated in this study. A Likert scale and words per minute reading scores followed by quantitative analysis using a t-test to document and assess students' behaviors and reading scores. The findings indicated no significant difference in reading fluency, but the BrainDance group improved in four specific areas--focus, use of sense, multiple senses, and restlessness. There were positive correlations of social and learning behaviors, but negative correlations for learning and negative behaviors in addition to social and negative behaviors.
Improving Learner Outcomes in EFL: Does Early Instruction Lead to Greater Achievement?
Author: Çelik, Servet
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Early Intervention,Outcomes of Education,Educational Improvement,English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Second Language Learning,Language Tests,Educational Practices,Educational Strategies,Achievement Gains,Elementary Education,Foreign Countries

Language education curricula and programs worldwide have begun emphasizing foreign language instruction for learners as young as 5-6 years, particularly in English. Yet, while studies have argued for the benefits of early language instruction, the results of this trend in terms of actual achievement are not clear. For this reason, the researchers designed this study to illustrate the connection between age of onset of English as a foreign language (EFL) instruction and learner achievement, examining international language curricula from countries where English is taught as a foreign language beginning at the pre-primary and primary level alongside the corresponding scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The findings indicate that, although early onset of EFL instruction may be beneficial in many respects, it is not, in itself, a guarantee of success, and other elements, such as class size, number of hours dedicated to English instruction, and teacher qualifications, must also be considered.
Distinguishing Science from Non-Science: Preservice Elementary Teachers&apos; Perspectives on Evolution, Creationism, and Intelligent Design
Author: Binns, Ian C.
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Preservice Teachers,Elementary Education,Evolution,Creationism,Student Attitudes,Scientific Attitudes,Science Education,Biology,Grounded Theory,Controversial Issues (Course Content)

Biological evolution stands out as critically important content for K-12 education as it is considered a cornerstone of the biological sciences. Yet, it remains one of the most socially controversial topics related to science education. In this exploratory study, we are seeking to understand the ways elementary preservice teachers (PSTs) use their views of science to justify including or excluding alternative explanations to evolution in the science curriculum. This investigation included 76 PSTs who were enrolled in an elementary science methods course. Data came from an activity designed by the authors entitled &quot;Science in the Public Schools--School Board Scenario.&quot; The scenario proposed that the local school board was considering a motion to alter the science curriculum by introducing creationism and intelligent design (ID) to the unit on biological evolution and the PSTs had to offer their informed recommendations. The two researchers independently read and coded the data using an inductive, constant comparative approach. Findings revealed that 32 would not add creationism or ID, 26 would add both, 9 would add creationism, 6 would add ID, and 3 would only mention them. PSTs came up with diverse explanations for their decision on if to include alternative explanations when teaching evolution. Common rationales emerged within each group and are further explored.
Altruism and Popularity
Author: Egilmez, Eda
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Altruism,Peer Acceptance,Prosocial Behavior,Interpersonal Relationship,Friendship,Social Psychology,Empathy,Vignettes,Hypothesis Testing,Statistical Analysis,Adults,Measures (Individuals),Scores,Aggression

Popularity, as a manifestation of social status, has been widely researched and determined by group members. Prosocial behaviors are actions with intention of benefiting others or society as whole with little or no personal gain and may include helping, cooperating, and other voluntary works. Altruism is a type of prosocial behavior that could affect individuals' popularity. Altruism has been studied in different disciplines with the general definition of cooperative behavior that has a cost to the actor with a benefit to the receiver. The common theme in all perspectives is that there is an inevitable cost for the actor with a benefit to the receiver. During the current research, surveys and vignettes were used to collect data. Participants were recruited through an online site, and were compensated for their time and participation via payment of money. As a result of the research, it was observed that helpful behaviors were highly related to the items of empathy, likeability, and popularity. Findings suggest that when gratefulness and helpful behaviors are present, individuals are rated higher in several positive qualities. The unique finding of the study is that both gratefulness and altruism are highly effective resources in interpersonal relations. Purpose of the current study is to examine the relationship between altruistic behaviors that are towards friends and popularity by the endorsement of aforementioned hypotheses and theories.
Measuring Teachers&apos; Assessment for Learning (AfL) Classroom Practices in Elementary Schools
Author: Lysaght, Zita
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Faculty Development,Elementary School Teachers,Classroom Techniques,Elementary Schools,Item Response Theory,Intention,Formative Evaluation,Feedback (Response),Rating Scales,Factor Analysis,Statistical Analysis

Assessment for Learning (AfL) may be conceptualized as minute-to-minute, day-by-day interactions between learners and teachers with the improvement of learning as the principal focus. This paper traces the development of an AfL measurement instrument (scale) that can be used for research purposes prior to, during and following professional development in the area. Rasch measurement procedures were applied to data drawn from a convenience sample of 594 teachers from 44 elementary schools in Ireland to create a scale consisting of 20 items distributed across four key AfL assessment strategies: learning intentions and success criteria, questioning and classroom discussion, feedback, and peer-and self-assessment. This scale, the Assessment for Learning Measurement instrument (AfLMi), has good psychometric properties and is interpretable in a way that makes it potentially useful during system wide improvement initiatives focused on AfL.
Understanding Interest and Self-Efficacy in the Reading and Writing of Students with Persisting Specific Learning Disabilities during Middle Childhood and Early Adolescence
Author: Abbott, Robert
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Self Efficacy,Learning Disabilities,Adolescents,Factor Analysis,Multiple Regression Analysis,Oral Language,Written Language,Dyslexia,Reading Interests,Correlation,Writing Achievement,Reading Achievement,Achievement Tests,Elementary School Students,Middle School Students,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis

Three methodological approaches were applied to understand the role of interest and self-efficacy in reading and/or writing in students without and with persisting specific learning disabilities (SLDs) in literacy. For each approach students in grades 4 to 9 completed a survey in which they rated 10 reading items and 10 writing items on a Scale 1 to 5; all items were the same but domain varied. The first approach applied Principal Component Analysis with Varimax Rotation to a sample that varied in specific kinds of literacy achievement. The second approach applied bidirectional multiple regressions in a sample of students with diagnosed SLDs-WL to (a) predict literacy achievement from ratings on interest and self-efficacy survey items; and (b) predict ratings on interest and self-efficacy survey items from literacy achievement. The third approach correlated ratings on the surveys with BOLD activation on an fMRI word reading/spelling task in a brain region associated with approach/avoidance and affect in a sample with diagnosed SLDs-WL. The first approach identified two components for the reading items (each correlated differently with reading skills) and two components for the writing items (each correlated differently with writing skills), but the components were not the same for both domains. Multiple regressions supported predicting interest and self-efficacy ratings from current reading achievement, rather than predicting reading achievement from interest and self-efficacy ratings, but also bidirectional relationships between interest or self-efficacy in writing and writing achievement. The third approach found negative correlations with amygdala connectivity for 2 reading items, but 5 positive and 2 negative correlations with amygdala connectivity for writing items; negative correlations may reflect avoidance and positive correlations approach. Collectively results show the relevance and domain-specificity of interest and self-efficacy in reading and writing for students with persisting SLDs in literacy.
Examining Mathematics Classroom Interactions: Elevating Student Roles in Teaching and Learning
Author: Kent, Laura
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mathematics Instruction,Student Role,Problem Solving,Teaching Methods,Discussion (Teaching Technique),Case Studies,High Schools,Middle Schools,Secondary School Mathematics,Mathematical Logic,Error Correction,Faculty Development,Secondary School Teachers,Models,Student Participation,Video Technology,Group Discussion,Student Surveys

This article introduces a model entitled, &quot;Responsive Teaching through Problem Posing&quot; or RTPP, that addresses a type of reform oriented mathematics teaching based on posing relevant problems, positioning students as experts of mathematics, and facilitating discourse. RTPP incorporates decades of research on students' thinking in mathematics and more recent research on responsive teaching practices. Two classroom case studies are presented. A high school unit on functions is explored utilizing individual research on the part of the teacher to enact RTPP lessons. A middle school teacher enacts a RTPP lesson on proportions and utilizes this model to bridge students' incorrect additive reasoning strategies with correct multiplicative reasoning strategies. The results showed that both teachers were able to elevate students' roles in classroom discussions through implementation of RTPP. Individual research conducted by the high school teacher informed his RTPP approach while participation in professional development sessions with a classroom embedded component influenced the middle school teacher's enactment of RTPP lessons. Both teachers used specific teacher moves within RTPP to relinquish their role as mathematics experts in order to elevate their students' roles in classroom discussions. The RTPP cycle is offered as a potential model for studying mathematics teaching and learning across a variety of secondary mathematics classrooms.
Extension of Teacher Knowledge: Developing the Intercultural Competence of Pre-Service Foreign-Language Teachers in Turkey
Author: Bektas-Cetinkaya, Yesim
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Intercultural Communication,English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Foreign Countries,Cultural Awareness,Mixed Methods Research,Preservice Teachers,Student Attitudes,Attitude Change,Language Teachers,Teacher Education,Teaching Methods,Questionnaires,Course Content

Due to the increased interconnections among people, there has been an increasing awareness of the need to extend the knowledge of teachers to include global perspectives and cultural awareness. The objective of the study is to develop the intercultural competence of pre-service foreign-language teachers in a classroom context in Turkey. The study employed a mixed research method to examine the effect of a cultural content program on pre-service teachers' intercultural competence. Quantitative data were collected using Intercultural Competence (IC) Instrument before and after the instruction, and qualitative data were collected through participants' weekly written reflections, intercultural tasks, and post study open-ended questions. The cultural content instruction was found to have significant effects on developing the cultural knowledge, intercultural skills, and intercultural awareness, but resulted in no significant attitudinal change in these pre-service teachers in a Turkish EFL context. The results indicated that, to a certain degree, it is possible to develop the intercultural competence of foreign-language pre-service teachers through systematic instruction in teacher-education departments in the absence of study abroad experience.
Exploring Student Voice in Teachers&apos; Motivation to Use ICT in Higher Education: Qualitative Evidence from a Developing Country
Author: Zhou, Mingming
Date: 2017-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Motivation,Information Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Higher Education,Qualitative Research,Developing Nations,Foreign Countries,Student Attitudes,Behavior Theories,Computer Attitudes,Positive Attitudes,College Students,Questionnaires

Success of ICT integration in the classrooms is, to a large part, accounted for by teachers' engagement with technologies. However, while many studies have identified the factors that affect teachers' decision to use technology, few have considered student perception as a likely influence. Increasingly, there is evidence in the literature to support a trend that recognizes student perception more explicitly in examining teachers' motivation in engaging technologies for instructional purposes. This study examined the role of student perception to understand why teachers decide to use technology in their teaching. Participants were 169 university students in Macau who responded to an open-ended question on what they thought were factors that motivated teachers to use technology in the classroom. Data were analyzed using a two-stage coding strategy. Results revealed nine possible themes to explain students' perceptions of the factors that acted as motivators for teachers' decision to use technologies in the classroom. Implications for theory and practice were discussed.