ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Investigation of the Relationship between Pre-Service Teachers&apos; Perceptions of Education and Support for ICT and ICT Competencies
Author: Gündüz, Semseddin
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Student Attitudes,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Gender Differences,Technological Literacy,Departments

The aim of this study is to determine pre-service teachers' perceptions of education and support for ICT and ICT competencies, and to find out the relationship between these two variables. The research was conducted on 420 pre-service teachers studying in the faculty of education at a state university in Turkey in 2019. Within the scope of the research, a questionnaire was applied to obtain the perception of pre-service teachers about education and support for ICT, ICT competencies and a variety of demographic information. According to the data obtained from the study, it was observed that the perception of pre-service teachers about education and support for ICT was lower than the medium level. Although male pre-service teacher' perceptions of education and support for ICT were higher than female pre-service teachers, there was no significant difference between male and female pre-service teacher' ICT competencies. Even though the ICT competencies of pre-service teachers in the 3rd grade were higher than those in the 4th grade, it is seen that the perceptions of pre-service teachers about education and support for ICT do not differ in terms of grade level variable. It can be said that ICT competencies of pre-service teachers studying in Mathematics and Science Education programmes are higher than those studying in Pre-school Education programme. As a result of the correlation analysis carried out, it was found that there was a positive and moderate relationship between pre-service teacher's perception of education and support for ICT and ICT competencies. It was concluded that the perceptions of education and support for ICT was a significant predictor of ICT competency and that the themes of education and support perceptions for ICT explained 30% of ICT competency.
A Review of Educational Research Trend in Southeast Asia
Author: Saat, Rohaida Mohd
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Educational Research,Trend Analysis,Global Approach,Research Reports,Research Methodology,Educational Trends,Foreign Countries,Comparative Education,Kindergarten,Elementary Secondary Education,Higher Education

In recent years, Southeast Asia region has grown rapidly, particularly in the field of education due to the development of human capital and the influence of globalization. Rigorous educational researches have emerged from and was conducted in Southeast Asia countries. The purpose of this study is to critically examine educational research conducted in Southeast Asia through a narrative review of articles for a 3-year period, from 2016 to 2018. The review focuses on identifying the characteristics of educational research involving (1) temporal distribution of research studies in education field, (2) area of educational research, (3) research level, (4) countries within Southeast Asia that conducted and (5) the methodological design employed in the research. Published journals from two web-based service providers were selected based on research related to education conducted in Southeast Asia. The findings summarize the core emphasis in the education literature across the educational disciplines and the trend across Southeast Asia countries.
The Effect of Dynamic Geometry Software Geometer&apos;s Sketchpad on Students&apos; Achievement in Topic Circle among Form Two Students
Author: Ganesan, Nanteni
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Computer Software,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Instructional Effectiveness,Teaching Methods,Student Attitudes,Secondary School Students,Mathematics Instruction

This aim of this study is to identify the effectiveness of the use of Geometer's Sketchpad (GSP) in the teaching of circle among Form Two students. The quasi-experimental study was to investigate the following two aspects, namely the effectiveness of GSP on learning Circle and a survey instrument was used to elicit students' perception on the use of GSP. About 82 students from two classes selected randomly and divided into a treatment group and control group. The results showed that students exposed to the use of GSP obtained significantly better mean test scores compared to the students in the control group which learned in traditional method without any intervention. Therefore, using GSP in teaching and learning the circle properties had improved students understanding. Analysis of the questionnaire was a positive feedback on the use of Geometer's Sketchpad in learning circle.
Effects of School Principals&apos; Leadership Styles on Leadership Practices
Author: Özgenel, Mustafa
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Principals,Leadership Styles,School Effectiveness,Teacher Effectiveness,Teacher Attitudes,Public School Teachers,Foreign Countries,Transformational Leadership,Questionnaires,Teacher Administrator Relationship

Leadership practices play a crucial role on teacher performance and hence the school effectiveness. Therefore, the principal focal point of the present research was to investigate the predictive level of the leadership styles of school principals for leadership practices according to teacher perceptions. In research, relational survey model was preferred from quantitative research models. The research population consisted of 7644 teachers and the research sample consisted of 404 teachers, all working at public schools in Istanbul. Data were collected using the &quot;Multi-Factor Leadership Questionnaire&quot; and &quot;Leadership Practices Inventory.&quot; Data were analyzed by correlation and regression analysis techniques. According to the findings, a significant correlation was found between the leadership styles and leadership practices and its sub-dimensions. As perceived by teachers, the transformational leadership style affects the leadership practices positively while the laissez-faire style affects the leadership practices negatively. Although the transactional leadership style as perceived by teachers is significantly predictive of the leadership practices, the significance level was found not to be notable.
Improving Roma Participation in European Early Childhood Education Systems through Cultural Brokering
Author: Klaus, Sarah
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Ethnic Groups,Participation,Early Childhood Education,Minority Groups,Teacher Aides,Cultural Differences,Foreign Countries,Employment,Barriers,Early Childhood Teachers

The Roma are Europe's largest minority ethnic group, yet too few Roma achieve a level of education that enables them to secure employment or positive life chances. Gaps in their attainment compared to other ethnic groups start to appear in the earliest years, with Roma participating in early education at half the rate of their peers. The European Commission has established expectations to increase participation rates, but change is painfully slow. Institutionalized discrimination and poverty underpin many structural factors, such as shortages of preschool places and unaffordable fees and costs, that are in a large part responsible for the low participation of Roma in early education. Yet multiple reports highlight cultural barriers as an additional significant challenge for Roma families, and recommend employing Roma as teaching assistants to bridge cultural differences. This article presents evidence from two qualitative studies that explore the impact of employing Roma in early childhood settings. The first, a survey conducted in the 21 European countries with the largest Roma populations, establishes current hiring trends and motivations for hiring Roma early childhood education staff, and estimates that at least 40,000 additional Roma staff are needed to ensure their proportionate representation in the workforce. The second uses case study methodology to capture learning from Serbia and the UK, where introducing Roma assistants is helping to bridge cultural barriers to Roma participation in early education. The article concludes with the observation that the social inclusion of Roma will also require interventions that start well before children enter formal education.
Informal Patriotic Education in Poland: Homeland, History and Citizenship in Patriotic Books for Children
Author: McDermid, Catriona
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Citizenship Education,Patriotism,Childrens Literature,Informal Education,Nonfiction,Books,Reader Text Relationship,Values,History,Behavior,Inclusion,Memory

This article uses a critical discourse analysis approach to observe themes and patterns in eight non-fiction books about Polish patriotism for children. The books are commercially available in mainstream bookshops, and may be used in a range of home or educational settings. In a social and political context where the concept of patriotism has a long history of use by various powerful elites to legitimize their positions and political actions, and where approaches to teaching patriotism in schools have been widely discussed, the article compares themes emerging from the books with patterns in wider social and political discourse, as well as considering what messages and assumptions are revealed in the texts themselves. The analysis finds that, while most of the authors try to associate themselves with a modern and inclusive type of patriotism, they also tend to reproduce certain assumptions that favour exclusionary or hierarchical understandings as to who has the right to be recognized as a member of the national community.
Examination of the Metaphors of Classroom and Social Sciences Teacher Candidates Related to the Concept of Direction
Author: Kuzey, Memet
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Social Sciences,Figurative Language,Teaching Methods,Content Analysis,Teacher Education Programs,Elementary School Teachers,Concept Formation,Foreign Countries,Preservice Teachers,Phenomenology,Student Attitudes,State Universities

The aim of this research is to demonstrate the perception of the direction concept of the prospective teachers in the departments of classroom education and social sciences education through metaphors. For this purpose, the research was conducted in 2018-2019 academic year with a total of 174 teacher candidates studying in social sciences teaching and elementary education departments of the faculty of education of a state university in Turkey. One of the approaches to qualitative research, the phenomenology (phenomenology) design, was used in the study. The views and thoughts of the working group on the concept examined &quot;the concept of direction... like/is similar to because ...&quot;collected by interview form consisting of his statement. Content analysis technique was used in the analysis of data. According to the findings of the study, participants developed a total of 81 valid metaphors for the concept of direction. These metaphors have been collected under 11 different categories. As a result of the study, the most preferred metaphors for the direction concept of the participants were the words Sun, Pole Star, Road, Compass, book and clock.
Liberal Education in Turbulent Times: Policy, Pedagogy and Their Effects in European Comparison
Author: Kelly, Peter
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Change,Educational Policy,Comparative Education,Political Attitudes,General Education,Neoliberalism,Governance,Instruction,High Stakes Tests,Trust (Psychology),Educational Objectives

Europe has seen a national populist turn in recent years, a movement away from liberal elites and the rise of 'post-truth' politics. While populist parties may have passed the high point of their success, their politics has had a considerable impact on the mainstream, drawing traditional parties in populist directions. In this article, I consider the consequences of this for those of a liberal persuasion, who value openness and diversity and who are suspicious of those bringing simple solutions to complex problems. I reflect on the findings of a series of comparative education policy and pedagogy studies that I have conducted with colleagues in northern Europe over the past ten years, and in their light, make a number of suggestions for how education can defend liberalism while taking the concerns of national populists seriously.
Effects of Interval Sprint Trainings on Heart Rate and 50 m Swimming Performances of Young Male Swimmers
Author: Alp, Mahmut
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Aquatic Sports,Athletes,Training,Performance,Males,Program Effectiveness,Exercise Physiology,Body Weight,Body Height,Adolescents

Achieving superior performance in swimming, as in other sports, depends on the customization of training for young athletes. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of sprint interval trainings on heart rate and 50 m swimming performances of young male swimmers. 24 young male swimmers joined to the study by having their parents confirm the &quot;Parental Permission Form&quot;. Swimmers randomly divided into two groups as normal training group and interval sprint training group. As normal training group continued the routine swimming training, interval sprint trainings (8 x 50 interval repeats in crawl and backstroke styles) were applied to the other group additionally for 8 weeks, 3 days a week, at least 30 min a day. Rested-maximum heart rate, 50 m sprint swimming test in crawl and backstroke styles were applied to the swimmers in 1st and 8th weeks of the period. The analysis of data was made in the statistical package program by using &quot;Descriptive statistics&quot;, &quot;Paired t Test&quot; and &quot;Independent t Test&quot; for comparison. Results of pre- and post-test comparison of each group, significant differences were found in resting heart rate values of normal training group and all values of interval sprint training group (p &lt; 0.05). Results of comparison between groups, differences found statistically significant in 8th week maximum heart rate, crawl and backstroke performances (p &lt; 0.05). To conclude, we could say that the reason of finding significant differences in rested and maximum heart rate is the positive effects of physical activity on the cardio-vascular system (adaptation). And, the reason for the positive effects on sprint interval performance is depended on sprint interval swimming was acute origination of body's physiological reaction to rising energy need during short time and intensive physical activity even in micro plan.
Self-Reflections of Gifted Students in the Context of Mathematical Problem Solving
Author: Yazgan-Sag, Gonul
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Academically Gifted,Grade 10,Secondary School Students,Mathematics Instruction,Mathematics Skills,Problem Solving,Mathematical Logic,Error Patterns,Self Management,Foreign Countries,Self Evaluation (Individuals)

This qualitative study examines the gifted students' self-reflections about the mathematical problems in an elaborated way. The participants of the study were three gifted students in 10th grade and 10 problem solving sessions were carried out with these participants. According to findings, the gifted students did not take into account the structure of the problem and they mostly evaluated their performances based on their own behaviors such as developing their own solutions and making calculation errors. Furthermore, the researchers found out that whether the students were able to come up with a solution by themselves was considered to be the most important performance evaluation criterion. The findings suggest that the students attribute their correct solutions to their efforts. In addition, the students mostly associate the reasons behind their satisfaction with the solutions and their performances during the process.
Solving Strategies of Probability Word Problems among College Students
Author: Yusuf, Mardiana
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: College Students,College Mathematics,Problem Solving,Word Problems (Mathematics),Probability,Knowledge Level,Mathematical Logic,Teaching Methods,Learning Activities,Foreign Countries

Various solving strategies in probability of events could complicate the students in choosing the best strategy in problem solutions. This research was carried out to identify the favourite solving strategies used by college students to solve probability and event problems. As a preliminary of a case study, only three students were selected as participants. In this study, the participants have learnt the probability topic in secondary schools as they must apply the knowledge in college level. Think aloud analysis was used to evaluate the influence thought and behaviour of the participants when solving the task. An in-depth semi-structured interview was conducted together with the think-aloud analysis to gain rich and thick descriptions from the participants. Protocols were coded and analyzed to determine the strategies used and the reason of choosing those strategies to solve the problems. Results indicated that participants loved to use tree diagram as solving strategies in solving probability problems without knowing the accuracy of its effect. Therefore, educators can plan strategies, set problems, or prepare activities for students to understand the probabilistic situation and probabilistic reasoning to solve problems. Otherwise the students are merely copying procedures presented in class.
Return For Good: A Model for Impact Investing for Endowments
Author: Schor, Adam
Date: 2020-02-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Investment,Endowment Funds,Universities,Educational Finance

As the calls for responsible investing grow, universities will be asked about their endowments' investment policies regarding impact investing, wherein endowments seek opportunities that provide investment returns and social impact. A common concern for the investment committees, however, is how to incorporate impact investments without compromising the goal of maximizing asset values and the benefit to its university. This paper offers a way forward. Using standard portfolio optimization models and a broader way to consider return, this paper suggests that an endowment can still meet the goal of maximizing expected value while investing with a purpose. It also offers examples of how to incorporate impact investing opportunities throughout the traditional asset classes in an endowment's portfolio. The paper also addresses some reasons why endowments have been hesitant to incorporate impact investments. While other papers have addressed aspects of impact investing, this paper seeks to offer an accessible and holistic approach to the topic.
The Effect of STEM Practices on Academic Achievement and Attitudes of Sixth Grade Students: An Application on the Unit of Force and Motion
Author: Akkaya, Maide Mihriban
Date: 2020-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: STEM Education,Academic Achievement,Student Attitudes,Grade 6,Middle School Students,Motion,Science Instruction,Pretests Posttests,Foreign Countries,Educational Objectives,21st Century Skills,Skill Development

The aim of this study is to investigate sixth grade students' academic achievement and their attitudes towards STEM practices applied in the unit of &quot;Force and Motion&quot; of science course book. In the study, experimental research design with randomly selected pre-test post-test groups was employed. The study was conducted with sixth grade middle school students enrolled in a state school in Hakkari in 2018-2019 academic year fall term. A total of 40 students were included in the study. STEM practices developed in accordance with STEM lesson plan were done with experimental group students. As for control group students, lessons were carried out according to the lesson plan on the curriculum. Validity and reliability of Academic Achievement Test applied to both experimental and control group students as pre-test and post-test was tested and Cronbach alpha level was found as 0.84 post-test. Both groups were also administered STEM Attitude Scale as pretest and post-test. Validity and reliability of STEM Attitude Scale was tested, and Cronbach alpha level was found as 0.905. The quantitative data of the study was analysed on a statistical package program. Results indicated an improvement in experimental group students' academic achievement, attitudes, and opinions on STEM practices.
The Development of a Service-Learning Outcomes Measurement Scale (S-LOMS)
Author: Snell, Robin Stanley
Date: 2020-02-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Service Learning,Measures (Individuals),Foreign Countries,Test Construction,Higher Education,Test Validity,College Outcomes Assessment,College Students

Service-learning as a transformative pedagogy has been adopted within Hong Kong's tertiary education sector for over a decade; however, the lack of a standardized and validated measurement instrument to assess its student learning outcomes has been an obstacle to its further development. The current research study, collaboratively conducted by Lingnan University, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Baptist University, and The Education University of Hong Kong, therefore aims to develop such a measurement instrument named the &quot;Service-Learning Outcomes Measurement Scale (S-LOMS),&quot; taking consideration of the unique features of service-learning in Hong Kong. The scale development and validation work, with exploratory factor analysis and reliability test, has thus far demonstrated that the student-perceived learning outcomes after service-learning can be measured and assessed through 56 items. These items cover 11 domains under four major categories, namely: a) knowledge application; b) personal and professional skills, including relationship and team skills, creative problem solving skills, self-reflection skills, and critical thinking skills, c) civic orientation and engagement, including sense of social responsibility, community commitment and understanding, and caring and respect, and d) self-awareness, including self-efficacy, self-understanding, and commitment to self-improvement. Several additional insights arising from the validation results are discussed.