ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
An Examination of Teachers' Views Regarding the Conformity of Social Studies Textbooks to the Critical Thinking Standards
Author: Aybek, Birsel
Date: 2016-11-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teacher Attitudes,Standards,Elementary School Teachers,Grade 4,Critical Thinking,Content Analysis,Gender Differences,Multivariate Analysis,Textbooks,Inservice Teacher Education,Foreign Countries,Social Studies,Statistical Analysis

This present study aims to describe the classroom teachers' views towards the conformity of elementary school 4th grade social studies textbooks to the critical thinking standards. A descriptive study, this research is a screening model. The sample of the study constitutes 122 classroom teachers. As a data collection tool; a scale was developed with a view to determining the compliance of elementary school 4th grade social studies textbooks with critical thinking standards. Multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) along with descriptive statistics was used to analyze the data. Whether the conformity of elementary school 4th grade social studies textbooks to the critical thinking standards differ by gender was examined, it was found that the difference was statistically significant in favor of male teachers; moreover, it does not show a significant difference in terms of gender and seniority, gender and participation in-service training regarding the examination of textbooks, gender and participation in course/seminar on critical thinking, gender and faculties they graduated.
Teaching the iPhone with Voiceover Accessibility to People with Visual Impairments
Author: Celusnak, Brian M.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Visual Impairments,Assistive Technology,Handheld Devices,Telecommunications,Teaching Methods,Blindness,Computer Oriented Programs

Moving from a conventional telephone keypad to a cellular telephone with a touchscreen can seem quite challenging for some people. When one is visually impaired, there is always the option of using VoiceOver, the iPhone's built-in access technology that is designed to allow individuals with visual impairments the ability to access the visual information on the device's screen. This accessibility feature also allows items on the screen to be spoken aloud when touched. vThe learning curve can seem steep and daunting, but the right teaching strategies can make the process of adjusting to a cellular telephone with a touchscreen easier for people with visual impairments. This report provides readers with a method for teaching introductory skills for using the iPhone with VoiceOver. With all teaching methods, repetition is key for establishing a basis of whether or not the learner grasps the material. Learners can refer back to audio or large print notes if future issues arise, because no matter the teaching method or how quickly the learner seems to grasp the information, it is always beneficial to provide him or her with notes on the material covered.
Print to Braille: Preparation and Accuracy of Mathematics Materials in K-12 Education
Author: Herzberg, Tina S.
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Braille,Mathematics Materials,Elementary Secondary Education,Tactile Adaptation,Blindness,Online Surveys,Mathematics,Visual Impairments,Worksheets,Statistical Analysis

Introduction: This study analyzed the accuracy of 107 mathematics worksheets prepared for tactile learners. The mean number of errors was calculated, and we examined whether there was a significant difference in the level of accuracy based on National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) certification or job role of participants. Methods: The authors selected five work sheets representative of mathematics materials transcribed for K-12 students. After completing an online demographic survey, participants prepared at least one of the worksheets and completed an online transcription survey about how they prepared each worksheet. Results: The majority of the 59 participants spent less than 30 minutes transcribing each worksheet, and the predominant method for production was the use of braille translation software. Overall, participants had a high level of accuracy on the literary braille portions of the worksheets. There was variability in the accuracy of the Nemeth elements, formatting, and tactile graphic labels across the transcriptions. Significant differences existed between the means of errors in formatting and literary braille according to NLS certification status and, to a lesser extent, job role. There was not a significant difference in the accuracy of Nemeth elements in the majority of the worksheets according to certification status or job role. There were no significant differences in the preparation of the worksheets based on primary production method. Discussion: There was variability in how materials were prepared for tactile readers and in the quality of the transcriptions. Implications for practitioners: Variation in how materials are presented to tactile readers, including the formatting of headings and directions, can affect the ease of scanning and reading of materials. Inconsistencies, omissions, and errors have the potential to impact the ability of readers to understand and access information.
Results of an Online Refresher Course to Build Braille Transcription Skills in Professionals
Author: Herzberg, Tina S.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Braille,Transcripts (Written Records),Blindness,Visual Impairments,Elementary Secondary Education,Followup Studies,Online Courses,Pretests Posttests,Mathematics Materials,Tactile Adaptation,Integrated Learning Systems,Course Content,Likert Scales,Distance Education,Electronic Learning,Online Surveys

Certified transcribers, non-certified transcribers, volunteers, paraeducators, and teachers of students with visual impairments transcribe braille materials for K-12 students (those in kindergarten through 12th grade), and their training and level of preparedness varies greatly (Corn &amp; Wall, 2002; Herzberg &amp; Stough, 2007; Rosenblum &amp; Herzberg, 2011). With the exception of conference sessions, courses offered by the Hadley School for the Blind, and university courses, there is not a national vehicle for individuals to easily and inexpensively refresh their knowledge of braille formatting, tactile graphics production, and braille codes, including the Nemeth Braille Code for Mathematics and Science Notation (hereafter referred to as Nemeth code). Data from the Herzberg and Rosenblum (2014) study regarding frequently occurring Nemeth code and formatting errors as well as variability in the production of tactile graphics were used in the development of an online refresher course. This article reports the results of a follow-up survey (referred to as the survey) of individuals who completed all course requirements. The University of South Carolina Upstate and the U.S. Department of Education (H235E090010) funded the development of the course. The following research questions were explored: (1) What knowledge about the Nemeth code, formatting of mathematics materials, and producing tactile graphics was gained through the completion of the online course? (2) What, if any, impact did the completion of the online course have on the way in which participants prepared mathematics materials in braille? and (3) What course features were helpful? Methods, results, limitations, and implications for the future are discussed.
Practices of Assistive Technology Implementation and Facilitation: Experiences of Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments in Singapore
Author: Wong, Meng Ee
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Assistive Technology,Visual Impairments,Blindness,Semi Structured Interviews,Special Schools,Foreign Countries,Elementary School Teachers,Teacher Collaboration,Teacher Competencies,Teaching Methods,Technology Uses in Education

Assistive technology is defined by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) of 2004 as &quot;any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of a child with a disability&quot; (IDEIA, 2004). This broad definition includes devices and software that are beneficial in supporting the instruction of students with disabilities in special education (Duhaney &amp; Duhaney, 2000). This paper reports on a study that examined special school teachers and their experiences with the assistive technology-assessment process in Singapore. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were carried out at the Lighthouse School, the only school for visually impaired students in Singapore. Four teachers of elementary grade students with visual impairments volunteered and consented to participate. An open-ended interview guide was developed to inquire as to how teachers considered assistive technology in their practice: How do you assess the assistive technology needs of your students? What processes does the school adopt in assistive technology consideration? Can you describe the decision-making process in acquiring assistive technology for your students? To what extent do you collaborate with partners to support assistive technology needs? The findings are summarized in four themes: making a decision, accessing assistive technology, working together, and increasing capacity. Overall, findings point to gaps in assessment, collaboration, and knowledge among teachers about assistive technology.
In Turkish: Sentence Structure and Possible Sentences According to the Sequence of Elements
Author: Mete, Filiz
Date: 2016-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Sentence Structure,Turkish,Sentences,Generative Grammar,Phrase Structure,Syntax

This study aims to investigate the structure according to the order of the elements in the Turkish sentence and to determine the possible sentences that are produced according to this structure. In order to examine the possible sentences, the question raised is: &quot;How many possible canonical clauses (regular), inverted sentences (irregular) and elliptical (incomplete) sentences in Turkish can be created?&quot; There are 24 possible sentences in canonical structure in which the position of the verb is fixed and other elements change positions. Inverted sentences are grouped under four groups: hence, there are 96 sentences. Elliptical sentence is formed with the reduction of one or more elements from the sentence and there are 205 possible sentences in elliptical sentence structure. No structural changes or affixes occur in the words that form the sentence. The same words are used in the same structure. As a conclusion, it is found out that the total number of possible canonical and inverted sentences are 24+24+24+24+24=120 and the number of elliptical sentences are 5+20+60+120=205. This indicates that we can form (24+96+205=325) 325 possible sentences in Turkish.
A Study on the Prediction of the Teaching Profession Attitudes by Communication Skills and Professional Motivation
Author: Çimen, Latife Kabakli
Date: 2016-11-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Prediction,Teacher Attitudes,Teaching (Occupation),Communication Skills,Teacher Motivation,Preservice Teacher Education,Student Teacher Attitudes,Private Colleges,Universities,Attitude Measures,Likert Scales,Sex,Age,Marital Status,Income,Educational Attainment,Bachelors Degrees,Career Choice,Institutional Characteristics,Multiple Regression Analysis,Preservice Teachers

This study aims to investigate the prediction of the attitudes regarding teaching profession by the communication skills and professional motivation of pedagogical formation students. 261 pre-service teachers receiving pedagogical formation training Istanbul at a private university in the 2014-2015 academic year were included in the research as the study group. The personal information form developed by the researcher, motivation levels scale of pre-service teachers on teaching profession, teaching profession attitude scale and communication skills assessment scale were used in order to collect data. As a result of the study, it was found out that the attitudes of pedagogical formation students towards teaching profession do not vary significantly by gender, age, marital status, having a stable income, education level, regular works and training level, while the attitude towards the teaching profession varies by the bachelor's program graduated from, the reason for choosing teaching profession and the type of the university graduated from. Communication skills and professional motivation levels we are significantly correlated with the attitudes of the student teachers taking pedagogical formation. The two variables in question explain 21 percent of the total variance in the attitude towards teaching profession.
An Evaluation on Signature Knowledge and Awareness of Turkish Teacher Candidates
Author: Sen, Ülker
Date: 2016-11-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Handwriting,Knowledge Level,Questionnaires,Writing Instruction,Deception,Native Language Instruction,Turkish,Undergraduate Students,Statistical Analysis

Signature is developed by individuals different from other biological traces such as DNA and fingerprint. The development of signing ability that takes place in the main heading of writing education, is under the responsibility of individuals, peers of individuals and teachers of individuals. The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge and awareness levels of the students in Turkish Teaching Department regarding the concept of literature. In this study in which the questionnaire model has been implemented, qualitative and quantitative data have been collected by means of Signature Knowledge and Awareness Form that was composed by the researchers. 298 students studying in Turkish teaching department participated in this study. The main results of the study are as follows: 65,4% of the teacher candidates who participated in the study did not receive information about signature in education level. 17,4% of the teacher candidates stated that their teachers guided them about signature formation process. Furthermore, 28,9% of the participants stated that they forged a signature in a period of their lives. It has been identified in the study that the most frequently used key words of the participants are the concepts such as approval, personal symbol, authenticity, representation and personal mark.
Ways to Improve Strategic Planning within the Tourist Industry (in the Case Study of the Republic of Kazakhstan)
Author: Shilibekova, Balzhan
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Strategic Planning,Tourism,Case Studies,Program Improvement,Occupational Surveys,Administrator Attitudes,Publicity,Change Strategies,Barriers,Foreign Countries

Kazakhstan has a great tourist potential, but it is still partly fulfilled. That is why very important to find the weakness in the state's policy and to develop this industry in the best way. The aim of the research is to formulate a hypothesis with regard to the possible content of measures to improve the strategic planning and marketing methodology in relation to the specific nature of entities within Kazakhstan inbound tourism industry, recreational potential of Kazakhstan and objectives of its development set forth by the Government of Kazakhstan. As the main method of research were chosen the data collection and its further analysis. The primary data were collected by polling managers of the companies-members of Kazakhstan inbound tourism industry, who had previously participated in the development of strategies and/or in the strategic management process. The characteristic features have been analyzed and the reasons for the systemic imperfection of analytical procurement, related to strategic planning processes in marketing, have been identified. The article represents the results of the poll among the managers of companies involved in Kazakhstan's inbound tourism industry which was conducted by the authors. It is suggested that the use of multi-agent technologies as a new conceptual approach to solving the problems of analytical procurement concerning marketing strategy should be employed.
Oxygen-Induced Cracking Distillation of Oil in the Continuous Flow Tank Reactor
Author: Shvets, Valeriy F.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Fuels,Chemistry,Cost Effectiveness,Technology,Industry,Comparative Analysis,Heat,Foreign Countries

The article analyses problems of processing black oil fuel and addresses the possibility of increasing the depth of oil refining by a new processing scheme. The study examines various methods of increasing the depth of oil refining reveals their inadequacies and highlights a need to introduce a new method of processing atmospheric and vacuum residues by initiation a reaction of cracking by ambient oxygen. We identify the main physical and chemical parameters of source materials and reaction products. We used a continuous flow reactor with an active volume of 1,5 liters and a continuous supply of oxygen which allowed us to process up to 3 kg of feedstock per hour at temperatures of up to 5000? and pressure up to 10 atm. The conducted experiments using initiated cracking showed the possibility of a substantial increase the yield of light fractions (up to 50-70%), which is substantially higher than yield of these products on existing installations of thermal cracking. On the basis of experimental data we propose creating an industrial installation which would allow to considerably increase the depth of oil refining without significantly changing the existent technology while also preserving the flexibility and the cost-effectiveness of the process.
Theoretical Issues of the Constitutional Regulation Mechanism
Author: Zhussupova, Guldaray B.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Constitutional Law,Federal Regulation,Definitions,Legal Responsibility,Laws,Influences

The purpose of this research is to define the concept of &quot;constitutional regulation mechanism.&quot; The definition of the concept of &quot;constitutional regulation mechanism&quot; will give jurists and legislators a theoretical framework for developing legal sciences, such as the constitutional law and the theory of state and law. The research investigated the main attributes of the constitutional regulation mechanism. The methodological framework of the research included the systems, historical-legal, and axiological approaches, classification, and systems-structural analysis.The concept of &quot;constitutional regulation mechanism&quot; is defined as a set (system) of constitutional means of influencing objects of constitutional regulation for the purpose of ordering, normal functioning, development and protection of fundamental social relations in accordance with the constitutionally set goals of the society and the state.The conclusions of this research may be used for the theoretical development of constitutional law.
The Role of Environmental Knowledge in Altai Peoples' Adaptation to the Conditions of Ecological
Author: Shishin, Michail
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Knowledge Level,Ecology,Adjustment (to Environment),Conservation (Environment),Climate,Sustainability,Foreign Countries,Social Influences,Geographic Location

The article is devoted to the experience of traditional nature conservation when it needs to adapt social and natural systems to global climate change. The study provides a brief overview of the regulatory and legal aspects of decision issues concerning land management in Altai region in the context of the problems involved. We also studied problems of adaptation of local people to conditions of current ecological crisis by using modern technologies, such as RES (renewable energy sources). We conclude that state regulation of the processes of adaptation of local population to climate change is now urgently required.
Violation of International Conventions Relatively to the Treatment of Prisoners of War during the First World War
Author: Kokebayeva, Gulzhaukhar
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: War,Foreign Policy,International Law,Institutionalized Persons,Life Style,Ceremonies,Food,Leisure Time,Foreign Countries,Diseases

This article attempts to address the issue of prisoners of war through the prism of international law. The object of research is the work of the Commission to investigate the Entente's complaints of violation of Hague Convention on Treatment of Prisoners of War by German authorities. After the armistice, the governments of the Entente sent notes to the German authorities on allegations contrary to international law actions in German POW camps. The study analyses the problems of war prisoners' life at the time, particularly their lifestyle, pastime, ceremonies, work, food. Also paper investigates the laws, introduced during ground warfare by the Hague Convention, as well as considers the position of war prisoners in Germany. The new German government (Council of the People's Deputies) set up a commission to investigate the claims of the Entente. During the First World War, all countries kept the international law relating to the treatment of prisoners of the war. Separate violations of articles of the Hague Convention of 1907 based on the objective reasons, they were not connected with the general thrust of internal policy of belligerent states.
Development of Innovative Business Model of Modern Manager's Qualities
Author: Yashkova, Elena V.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Innovation,Business,Models,Administrators,Administrator Characteristics,Leadership Qualities,Entrepreneurship,Administrator Effectiveness,Professional Development,Leadership Training,Creativity,Economic Development,Professionalism,Self Management,Ethics

The paper defines a complex of manager's qualities based on theoretical and methodological analysis and synthesis methods, available national and world literature, research papers and publications. The complex approach methodology was used, which provides an innovative view of the development of modern manager's qualities. The methodological background of the research are theoretical and methodological analysis and synthesis methods of available national and world literature, conceptual analysis of issue-related research papers and publications; study and generalization of both national and foreign developments and introduction of projects regarding actualization of manager's effective activity; the use of generalization, comparison, forecasting methods. The carried out research made it possible to distinguish a number of factors, which will have the major effect on managers' innovative entrepreneurial activities in the coming decade. Management as a social and economic phenomenon is under constant development--going to the future, and every efficient manager should accordingly improve himself. Therefore, today not only the level of professional training but such components of the profession as innovations and creativity, which are business advantages, important economic recourse and intensive economic development condition, become characteristic of manager's activity. They're defined as abilities to reveal and encourage employees' creative and innovative ideas. These aspects are reflected in the development of innovative business model of modern manager, each component of which is a key and independent element. Special attention is paid to the creative and innovative component of the suggested model. The suggested model might be used in order to create a manager's unique image and lead the company he manages to a long expected result.