ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
A Survey of EFL Learners' Attitudes toward Information and Communication Technologies
Author: Liu, Junhong
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Information Technology,English Language Learners,Second Language Instruction,Teaching Methods,Student Attitudes,Foreign Countries,College Students,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis,Focus Groups,Computer Attitudes,Technology Uses in Education,Cultural Influences,Correlation,Access to Computers,Interviews

In response to the widespread use of and ever-changing nature of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), various investigations were carried out regarding attitudes toward ICT. This paper attempted to investigate college non-English majors' attitudes toward the integration of Information and Communication Technologies into English learning and factors contributing to their attitudes so as to provide some constructive information and suggestions for the adoption of technology in foreign language education.
Language Learning Strategies--The Theoretical Framework and Some Suggestions for Learner Training Practice
Author: Liang, Ting
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Second Language Learning,Learning Strategies,Second Language Instruction,Language Proficiency,Definitions,English (Second Language),Guidelines,Foreign Countries

Research in the field of second language learning indicates that proper use of language learning strategies leads to the improvement of overall Second Language (L2) or Foreign Language (FL) proficiency as well as specific language skills. This essay firstly attempts to build a theoretical framework of learning strategies theories by clarifying the definitions and categories of learning strategies, discussing the relevant factors influencing strategy choice, while making references to the status quo in China; then it looks at what some learners do that makes them &quot;good language learners&quot;; finally, some preparatory work is suggested as a start for undertaking learner training in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classrooms.
Beyond Technology in Computer Assisted Language Learning: Learners' Experiences
Author: Plana, Mar Gutiérrez-Colon
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teaching Methods,Educational Practices,Interviews,Blended Learning,Student Attitudes,Course Organization,Feedback (Response),Online Courses,Student Needs,Teaching Models,Questionnaires,Curriculum Implementation,Computer Assisted Instruction,Language Acquisition,College Programs,Foreign Countries

The present study is based on a previous pilot study (Gutiérrez-Colon, 2008). The present study aimed at widening the scope of the pilot study increasing the sample size in number of participants, degree courses and number of universities. This time, four Spanish universities were involved, and the number of participants was 197, who were registered in English Philology (N = 72), Business Studies (N = 36) and Mechanical Engineering (N = 89). The data was organised into four main areas which describe the essential methodological teaching practices that are present and should not be avoided in blended virtual courses according to the interviewed students: a) Management of the subject; b) Students' perception of the subject; c) Design of the course and the documents; and d) Feedback from the teacher. The results obtained indicate that teachers should modify their teaching habits and methodology when teaching online.
The Academic English Language Needs of Industrial Design Students in UiTM Kedah, Malaysia
Author: Adzmi, Nor Aslah
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Industrial Arts,Design,English (Second Language),English for Academic Purposes,Educational Needs,Questionnaires,Interviews,Language Skills,Needs Assessment,Student Needs,Student Surveys,Student Attitudes,Likert Scales,College Students

The purpose of this study was to analyse the academic English language lacks and needs of Industrial Design students in Universiti Teknologi MARA Kedah (UiTM). It highlights the lacks and needs for English for Academic Purposes in helping the students to succeed in the program through the usage of English language. The research tools used were in the form of a questionnaire and interview which later being computed using SPSS into data analysis. Results indicated that the students have problems in acquiring the English language skills. This shows the weaknesses of English Language courses in helping the students to acquire the language skills needed by the faculty. The study concludes that relevant actions should be taken as to ensure the needs of the students are fulfilled and they can perform effectively in the program and future career.
On Chinese Loan Words from English Language
Author: Yan, Yun
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Chinese,Linguistic Borrowing,Translation,English,Social Change,Language Usage,Language Research,Foreign Countries

In the recent twenty years, with China's reform and opening policy to the outside world, there is a sharp increase in English loan words in Chinese. On the one hand, it demonstrates that China's soft power has been booming up. But on the other hand, some language pollution in the meanwhile is caused by non-standard use of loan words in Chinese. This paper probes into some basic concepts of language borrowing as well as some phenomena and reasons of the language pollution through many analysis and examples in order to rectify, regulate and guide the use of English loan words with the prior translation strategy, defending the purity of the Chinese language.
Investigating Mediations in Student Activities in an English Immersion Context in Mainland China
Author: Liang, Xiaohua
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Foreign Countries,Role,Learning Processes,Semiotics,Peer Relationship,Sociocultural Patterns,Immersion Programs,Elementary School Students,Discourse Analysis,Interviews,Observation,Course Content,Teaching Methods,Language Usage,Case Studies,Classroom Communication,Video Technology,Teacher Student Relationship,Code Switching (Language)

This study aims to investigate the role of mediation in the learning process from a sociocultural perspective, activity theory in particular. This study was carried out in a primary English immersion school within the CCUEI Programs in Mainland China. Data were collected mainly through observations and interviews, which were then supplemented by field notes. Techniques of discourse analysis were used to analyze the data. The recorded peer talk presents an emic picture of what occurred during children's interactions. Research findings show that mediation includes task, teacher talk, peer talk, subject content, semiotic artifacts and other semiotic tools. Peer talk as well as linguistic resources constitutes an important resource aside from teacher talk, where the subject content serves as an important mediational tool in the activity and the content-based immersion programs, while offering students opportunities of using the language in meaningful interactions. The results offer insights to both students and teachers about language learning and about pedagogy and professional education respectively.
Investigating the Relationship among Test Anxiety, Gender, Academic Achievement and Years of Study: A Case of Iranian EFL University Students
Author: Rezazadeh, Mohsen
Date: 2009-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Correlation,Test Anxiety,Gender Differences,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis,Foreign Countries,Academic Achievement,Undergraduate Students,Student Attitudes,Measures (Individuals),English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Grade Point Average

The construct of anxiety plays a major role in one's life. One of these anxieties is test anxiety or apprehension over academic evaluation. The present study was designed to investigate the relationship between gender, academic achievement, years of study and levels of test anxiety. This investigation is a descriptive analytic study and was done on 110 undergraduate students from University of Isfahan. The Suinn's Test Anxiety Questionnaire with 48 questions was used to gather the data. For analysis of data correlation coefficient and chi square test were used. The findings revealed that female students have a higher level of test anxiety in contrast to male students. The average of test anxiety scores among female students was higher. Also a statistically significant negative correlation was observed between test anxiety and academic achievement. There was no meaningful relationship between test anxiety and years of study.
Primary Education and Dropout in Nepal
Author: Devkota, Shree Prasad
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Elementary School Students,Dropouts,Educational Finance,Family Characteristics,Access to Education,Equal Education,Educational Quality,School Community Relationship,Educational Policy,Disadvantaged,Social Isolation,Foreign Countries

This article tries to highlight the dropout rate of primary education of Nepal. The main essence of the article is to explore the situation of dropout of primary education. There are several programs and policies to reduce the dropout, out of the school children and so on but still there are several issues that are left behind. Educational budget has also increased but still the economic status, family background, access and equity, quality degeneration, lack of school community relationship, public-private dichotomy are some of the reasons behind dropout. With different plans and policies like MDG, EFA, SSRP are for the fulfillment of the free and compulsory primary education but this study reveals that still there are problems in fulfilling the targets and it's difficult to meet the targets within the certain time. The unreached, marginalized, socially excluded groups are among the dropout. So the ways out are also provided within this article which will be helpful for the education actors.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Reporting on College Campuses in the US: A Review of Policies and Recommendations
Author: Streng, Tara K.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Rape,Prevention,Disclosure,Colleges,Universities,School Policy,Public Policy,Federal Legislation,Sexual Harassment,Violence,Safety,Health Promotion,Policy Analysis

Objective: Sexual violence within the collegiate environment is a pressing issue within American society. One way to address sexual violence is through the adaptation and implementation of a sexual assault policy by colleges and universities. The purpose of this study is to review sexual misconduct and assault policies of ten public universities as well as federal policies in the US. This study contributes to increasing the knowledge of sexual assault policies on American campuses that would be helpful in the development of more effective prevention policies, increasing sexual assault reporting, and decreasing sexual assaults. Methods: The data included relevant legislation, and the university sexual assault and/or misconduct policies from ten selected public universities within the United States in Fall 2014. Results: The policies of the ten universities vary. Three of the universities do not have university policies that explicitly address sexual misconduct as assault. Sexual harassment policies tend to focus on the threat of violence, as opposed to perpetrated sexual violence itself. Conclusions: Further efforts in policy revisions need to be made so that more universities will not only implement sexual assault policies, but also implement more comprehensive policies.
Pre-Service Teachers' Problems of Improvisation of Instructional Materials in Social Studies in Ekiti State University
Author: Abdu-Raheem, B. O.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Preservice Teachers,Creative Teaching,Social Studies,Instructional Materials,Questionnaires,Reliability,Statistical Analysis,Sampling,Teacher Education,Foreign Countries,Student Attitudes

This study examined problems of improvisation of instructional materials in Social Studies by pre-service teachers in Ekiti State University. The population for the study comprised all Social Studies pre-service teachers in the Faculty of Education. The sample consisted of 90 Social Studies pre-service teachers selected from 200, 300 and 400 levels. Simple random sampling was used to select 90 out of 220 consisting of 34 males and 56 females. The instrument used for the study was a questionnaire titled Problem of Improvisation of Social Studies Instructional Materials Questionnaire (PISSIMQ) designed by the researchers. The validity of the instrument were ensured by Social Studies experts who determined the face value and appropriate of the instrument in measuring pre-service teachers' problems of improvisation of instructional materials in Social Studies. Test-re-test method of reliability was adopted for the instrument and the reliability coefficient of 0.70 was obtained. The data collected were analysed using t-test and ANOVA statistical tools. The study revealed that there is no significant difference in problem of improvisation of instructional materials between male and female pre-service teachers. It was also discovered that there is no significant difference in the problem of improvisation of instructional materials among the levels of pre-service teachers. It was therefore recommended that preservice teachers should be encouraged to be resourceful by improvising necessary instructional materials to enhance teaching and learning when the real objects are not available.
Democracy: Its Meaning and Dissenting Opinions of the Political Class in Nigeria: A Philosophical Approach
Author: Nwogu, G. A. I.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Democracy,Educational Philosophy,Political Attitudes,Political Affiliation,Political Issues,Dissent,Mass Media,Social Discrimination

The nascent democracy in Nigeria is plagued with myriad of intrigues, discordant opinions of the political class. The reason is not farfetched. Every political party sees its manifesto and plans of action as the best for the citizenry. They elbow each other in the process of garnering political recognition and vibrancy. Their unhealthy rivalry only heat up the polity. How be it some Nigerians see these political dissent as a necessary tool to a sound democratic process. They argue that dissenting voices amongst the political class are necessary since a democratic process would never be devoid of antagonism and democracy would never thrive on rational consensus. This paper seeks to define democracy, explore the dissenting opinions of the political class which many say attempt to make or mar the democratic process in Nigeria. The study would further examine the role of the media in fast tracking the entire democratization process with a view to ascertaining whether the practice of democracy in Nigeria is in tandem with acceptable practices in the well recognized democracies of the world. Finally, the paper would proffer possible solutions and make necessary recommendations that would help deepen true democratic culture in Nigeria.
Aspects of Quality in Education for the Improvement of Educational Scenario
Author: Haseena, V. A.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Higher Education,Educational Quality,Educational Improvement,Financial Exigency,Foreign Countries,Economic Development,Well Being,Futures (of Society),Educational Finance,Barriers,Privatization,Quality Assurance,Total Quality Management,Universities,Reputation,Government Role

The economic growth of a nation depends greatly on the improvement in education. Human development to a great extent depends on the improvement in Education. Among various levels of education, higher education has a pervasive and influential impact on development. Higher education empowers the individual with necessary skills and competence for achieving important personal and social goals and thereby contributing to the social development. It is widely believed that the state of higher education in a country is an index of its future wellbeing. Education scenario in India is fast changing. In developing countries like ours, government is finding itself incapable to bear the responsibility of higher education as it is already facing acute dearth of resources. Universities and colleges are starved of funds as the support of Govt. is being reduced and grants are not being provided in time causing hardship to them. One of the easier options to overcome the financial crisis in the educational sector is to start self-financing courses. But this alternative is possible only for courses with high demand. Secondly, these courses further strengthen the numerous entry barriers to higher education existing already. Thirdly, the scope for self-financing educational institutions in Kerala is much more limited than for the country as a whole. Fourthly, these institutions cannot evolve as centers of excellence. But, however privatization of higher-level education especially in the field of professional and technical education like Medical, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer, Management, Teacher Education etc. has already commenced.
Lexical Discourse Analysis in Translation
Author: Al Khotaba, Eissa
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Discourse Analysis,Translation,Second Languages,Qualitative Research,Graduate Students,Masters Programs,English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Departments,English Literature,Semi Structured Interviews,Applied Linguistics,Semitic Languages,Foreign Countries,Statistical Analysis

Lexical Discourse very often depend on lexis. Lexical Discourse analysis, however, has not yet been given enough consideration of the phenomenon of translation. This paper investigates lexical discourse analysis in translation from one language to another. This qualitative study comprises 15 text translated by M.A. students at the Department of English Language and Literature at Mu'tah university in Jordan. The sample of the study was selected randomly. The researcher used two research instruments including lexical and textual analysis and semistructured interview. The findings of this research indicates that lexical knowledge and meaning insufficiency have a significant effect on translating texts from the source language (Arabic) to the target language (English) or vice versa in the field of applied linguistics. This study recommends that further future research be conducted to investigate the effect of the translator's lexical knowledge on translating texts from SL to TL.
Impact of Sex Education in Kogi State, Nigeria
Author: Sule, H. A.
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Sex Education,Family Life Education,Secondary School Students,Questionnaires,Student Surveys,Student Attitudes,Relevance (Education),Student Behavior,Program Effectiveness,Sexuality

The focus of this study was to investigate the impact of family sex education in secondary schools on students in Kogi State, Nigeria. The descriptive survey design was used for the study. A total of 1,960 secondary school students were drawn by stratified random sampling from 40 schools within Kogi State, Nigeria. Three research questions were generated for the study. Data collected using a researchers' structured questionnaire were subjected to statistics of frequency counts and percentage. The results revealed that students have sexual problems, misuse of sex, high teenage pregnancies and abortion and inadequate information on sex. Among the recommendations made include the provision of adequate counseling and enlightenment programmes for students, teachers and parents on the dangers of sex misuse and abuse, and the implementation of the law against sex abuse of any form, and full enforcement of the child right act of Nigeria.
Problems and Prospects of Implementing Continuous Assessment at Adigrat University
Author: Berhe, Teklebrhan
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Student Evaluation,Formative Evaluation,Progress Monitoring,Questionnaires,College Students,College Faculty,Comparative Analysis,Statistical Analysis,Qualitative Research,Feedback (Response),Negative Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Teacher Attitudes,Demography,Student Characteristics,Teacher Characteristics

The purpose of the study is to assess the prospects and implementing continuous assessment (CA) in in higher education. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire from instructors and students of Adigrat University as well as Mekelle and Aksum Universities for comparison purpose. Both quantitative and qualitative data were carried out. Result of this study indicated that, instructors were not continuously collecting information about student progress, small number of assessment is used in courses and few instructors give feedback at all. Significant number of instructors and students had poor knowledge and negative attitude towards CA. Based on the results, it can be concluded and recommend that instructors need to use the results from CA as a means of identifying students' progress and thereby providing support. Accordingly, departments need to have strong documentation and reporting systems, the maximum and minimum numbers of students in a class need to be put at a standard level. In addition, concerned officials of the university need to closely examine the challenges. On the other hand, offering pre remedial classes on specific courses, putting tests on the exam banks, establishing and following student networking programs and peer learning groups, tutorial classes, providing consultation hours, ensuring classroom size, continuous assessment, encouraging students participation in the classroom and providing incentives for instructors had positive effect on academic performance.
Building on Authentic Learning for Pre-Service Teachers in a Technology-Rich Environment
Author: Latham, Gloria
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Preschool Teachers,Action Research,Participatory Research,Foreign Countries,Educational Technology,Preservice Teacher Education,Technology Uses in Education,Teaching Methods,Innovation,Learner Engagement,Technology Integration,Information Technology,Transformative Learning,Teacher Education,Attendance,Web Sites,Editing,Collaborative Writing

The article &quot;Authentic learning for pre-service teachers in a technology-rich environment&quot; (Latham &amp; Carr, 2012) appeared in the &quot;Journal of Learning Design,&quot; Volume 5, Issue 1 in 2012. Since writing this paper three years ago, the authors reflect upon and brainstorm what they describe here as a radically revised approach. It is one where where students have far greater control over the direction of the mystery along with more open-ended problems. The article as it appeared in 2012 is also presented. With the author's approval, minor edits and layout changes have been made. [For &quot;Authentic Learning for Pre-Service Teachers in a Technology-Rich Environment,&quot; see EJ978983.]