ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
The Focusing on Compression to Thinkable Concept as Shift from Procedures to Concept: Evidence from Thai Classroom
Author: Suthisung, Nisara
Date: 2014-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Mathematics Instruction,Problem Solving,Teaching Methods,Teacher Collaboration,Teacher Improvement,Grade 1,Elementary School Mathematics,Concept Formation,Elementary School Students,Symbolic Learning,Sequential Learning

The distinction between procedural and conceptual learning has long been a topic of discussion in mathematics education and the idea of compression into thinkable concepts that enable the individual make links between them (Tall, 2007). In addition to, the compression to thinkable concept was to be thinking mechanism arising naturally and important thinking tool in developing concepts (Gray &amp; Tall, 2002). The major act of compression to thinkable concept shifts attention from the sharing procedure as a sequence of steps to the effect of that procedure (Gray &amp; Tall, 2007). So, the compression to thinkable concept is one important way in order to understand in development from procedures to concept. This article presented example the compression procedures in problem solving to thinkable concept under context using Lesson Study and Open Approach, with the four of first graders a project school supported by CRME. In this study based on the framework that purposed by Tall and Isoda (2007) and Poynter (2004). Under context using Lesson Study and Open Approach provide to students manipulated with designed materials for supporting and checking their various symbolic thinking before into same effect through parallel compression 5 steps into thinkable concept in blending embodiment and symbolism. In embodiment from step-by-step action, to the possible choice of several different action, to seen the overall effect as same effect that can be carried out in various ways, to compressing it as effect as prototype, to awareness and appreciation of effect used later. In symbolism from step-by-step procedure, to the possible choice of several different procedures, to seen the overall effect as a general process that can be carried out in various ways, to compressing it as thinkable concept, to awareness and appreciation of thinkable concept in extending mathematical structure. Consequently, the students used considering the way of thinking and refined the ideas in order to develop a major idea from different procedures in problem solving.
Preservice Secondary Teachers' Conceptions from a Mathematical Modeling Activity and Connections to the Common Core State Standards
Author: Stohlmann, Micah
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Secondary School Teachers,Preservice Teachers,Mathematical Models,Mathematics Instruction,State Standards,Secondary School Mathematics,Student Attitudes,Mathematical Concepts,Concept Formation,Problem Solving,Mathematics Skills,Group Activities,Reflection

Mathematical modeling is an essential integrated piece of the Common Core State Standards. However, researchers have shown that mathematical modeling activities can be difficult for teachers to implement. Teachers are more likely to implement mathematical modeling activities if they have their own successful experiences with such activities. This paper describes one well-structured framework for implementing mathematical modeling with the Common Core State mathematics standards that incorporates the Standards for Mathematical Practice. One class of preservice secondary teachers engaged in a mathematical modeling activity, reflected on their experience, and discussed how they could implement similar modeling activities. This study describes the preservice secondary teachers' work on the modeling activity, their impressions of the activity, and how the mathematical modeling activity was effectively structured in connection to the Common Core State Standards.
Preparing Secondary Mathematics Teachers: A Focus on Modeling in Algebra
Author: Jung, Hyunyi
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Secondary School Mathematics,Mathematics Instruction,Algebra,Preservice Teachers,Teacher Education Programs,Coding,Student Attitudes,College Faculty,Teacher Attitudes,Educational Opportunities,Focus Groups,Mathematical Models,Teaching Methods,Semi Structured Interviews

This study addressed the opportunities to learn (OTL) modeling in algebra provided to secondary mathematics pre-service teachers (PSTs). To investigate these OTL, we interviewed five instructors of required mathematics and mathematics education courses that had the potential to include opportunities for PSTs to learn algebra at three universities. We also interviewed a group of three to four PSTs at each of the universities. We coded the interview transcripts using an analytic framework developed based on related literature and policy documents. We report the similarities and differences in perspectives among instructors and PSTs related to modeling at each university, along with comparisons of OTL across universities.
The Wonderful Gift of Mathematics
Author: Norton, Anderson
Date: 2015-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mathematical Concepts,Cognitive Processes,History,Mathematical Models,Sciences,Educational Research,Astronomy,Mathematics

This theoretical analysis addresses &quot;the unreasonable effectiveness of mathematics in the natural sciences&quot; (Wigner, 1960). For example, how is it that ellipses--constructed by Greek geometers nearly two millennia before Kepler used them--provide such precise models for describing planetary motion? Historical models of gravity and planetary motion frame arguments on the nature of mathematics, particularly the characterization of mathematics as the objectification of action. This characterization helps explain the effectiveness of mathematics while distinguishing mathematics from other disciplines.
Effects of Democratizations of University Education on Quality of Higher Education in Kenya: A Case of Moi University
Author: Boit, John Mugun
Date: 2014-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Democracy,Educational Change,Higher Education,Universities,Educational Quality,Outcomes of Education,Case Studies,Efficiency,Educational Indicators,Student Surveys,Statistical Analysis,Computer Uses in Education,Educational Facilities,Access to Information,College Libraries,Teacher Attendance,Educational Resources

In the last few years, Kenyan public universities have mounted parallel degree programmes for students who are qualified and are financially able to pay for their university education. Moi University introduced such a programme in 1998. As a result of these developments, there has arisen concern amongst the stakeholders on the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of higher education offered. The paper reports the findings of an investigation carried out in the year 2003 to determine the internal efficiency of the Privately Sponsored Students Programme at Moi University. The target population for the study was all the students enrolled in the Privately Sponsored Students Programme at Moi University in the 2002/2003 academic year. Data for this study was collected by use of a questionnaire from a random sample of 300 respondents. The significant finding was Privately Sponsored Programmes operated below optimal efficiency levels. Different degree programmes demonstrated different levels of efficiency in the way they translated their inputs (students) into outputs (graduands). Also, it was established that many critical performance inputs were lacking or in short supply, such as library books and journals, computers, furniture in lecture rooms and chemicals in laboratories. To reduce these inefficiencies, there is need to enhance provision of critical inputs like books and journals, computers and science equipment as well as various consumables items.
Parents' Involvement in Inclusive Education: An Empirical Test for the Psycho-Educational Development of Learners with Special Education Needs (SENs)
Author: Afolabi, Olusegun Emmanuel
Date: 2014-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Parent Participation,Inclusion,Special Education,Disabilities,Academic Achievement,Correlation,Child Development,Interaction,Educational Environment,Parent Attitudes,Literature Reviews,Parent School Relationship,Parent Background,Educational Attainment,Sociocultural Patterns,Cultural Influences,Foreign Countries

There is mounting evidence that involvement paradigm is a major strategy that supports positive learning outcomes and is critically vital for educating learners with special educational needs (SENs). To illuminate the parental involvement concept and potential in a concrete context, this paper explains 1) the empirical literature that explains the interaction between parental involvement, inclusive education and learners' educational achievement, 2) synthesizes findings that relate parental involvement paradigms with psycho-educational development of children, 3) uses both developmental ecological perspectives and the Hoover-Dempsey and Sandler model (1995) to analyze and explain the interaction amongst parents' involvement, school ecology and students' academic success. Finally, findings revealed a strong and meaningful relationship between parental involvement and academic achievement and that parents' beliefs, expectations and experiences are important ingredients that support better learning outcomes for children.
Development of a Knowledge Management Model for the Development of a Quality Public Sector Management System for the Office of the Primary Educational Service Area
Author: Khotbancha, Wijitra
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Knowledge Management,Models,Public Sector,Management Systems,Primary Education,Public Agencies,Program Implementation,Program Evaluation,Success,Questionnaires,Semi Structured Interviews,Data Collection,Educational Quality,Foreign Countries

The objectives of this research were: 1) to study the current situation and problem of Knowledge Management of the office of the primary education service area, 2) to develop a Knowledge Management model, 3) to study the success of the implementation of the Knowledge Management system. There were 25 persons in the target group. There were 2 kinds of instrument: the instrument for work development was the Handbook for wok implementation, and the instruments for data collection were: questionnaire, semi -structured interview form, action record form, knowledge Test. The statistic used for data collection included the percentage, mean and standard deviation. There were 3 phases of research implementation including: Phase 1: to study the current situation and problem, Phase 2: to design the Knowledge Management Model for developing Quality, and Phase 3: to use the Model, and study. The research findings found that: 1. The findings of current situation and problem the implementation was in &quot;Moderate&quot; level. Problems in using knowledge for organization, in every aspect are in &quot;High&quot; level. 2. The findings of model usage, and success in Knowledge Management for developing the Quality in Public Sector Management, in overall are in &quot;High&quot; level. 3. The findings from evaluating the success of the Knowledge Management model, based on indicators of success from the model, were that propriety was at an overall &quot;High&quot; level.
Enrichment and Strengthening of Indian Biotechnology Industry along with Academic Interface
Author: Singh, Shalini
Date: 2014-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Biotechnology,Industry,Educational Change,School Business Relationship,Government Role

For many years, humankind has been incorporating biosciences in different places--from agriculture to food and medicine. Today, the nomenclature of biology has been recoined as Biotechnology, a technological science with a perfect blend of sophisticated techniques, manuals and application of fast delivery equipment and vehicles. It encompasses chemical engineering, bioprocess engineering, bioinformatics (computer aided biotechnological science), biosensor, robotics and many more. Biotechnology is so advanced that it requires multiple phased regulatory systems to check the ethical issues in industry. In raising the biotechnology industry, the government has extended support like financial assistance and infrastructure. But to transform any industry there is a great demand from industry/academia to come and share knowledge and upgrade the demands as industrial products and services. On this road map to industrial development and its strengthening, academia needs to focus on policies framework and plan for a better industrial maneuvers to achieve set goals.
Teacher Competence and Teacher Quality in Cambodia's Educational Context Linked to In-Service Teacher Training: An Examination Based on a Questionnaire Survey
Author: Phin, Chankea
Date: 2014-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Teacher Attitudes,Teacher Competencies,Teacher Effectiveness,Educational Quality,Educational Improvement,Inservice Teacher Education,Questionnaires,Correlation,Faculty Development,Elementary School Teachers,Secondary School Teachers,College Faculty

Competent teacher is an indispensable pillar for students' learning outcome and education quality improvement. This paper examines Cambodian teachers' perception regarding: (1) teacher competence and improving education quality and (2) ensuring teacher quality and in-service teacher training. This study used questionnaire that targeted a line of educational staff of Cambodia: from school to central level. In August, 2012, 230 copies were distributed, and 173 copies (75.22%) were collected. Through concerned notice, it showed that the majority of higher-ranked officials also have experience working at any school education level. As results, it revealed that (a) respondents realized and indicated explicitly that competent teachers do help contribute to student's learning and promote the level of education quality, and (b) respondents recognized the importance of in-service training because it helps make teachers more confident in the profession as it can bring people's respects and trust. This paper shortly concludes that Cambodian teachers acknowledge their crucial profession. They further desire to upgrade their capacity by means of continuous professional development through in-service training programs. Thus, structuring a feasible in-service training model for them becomes evidently needed. Expected structure will be organized in accordance with Cambodia's actual situation and the availability of its resources.
Evaluating Education Quality in Terms of ISO9000 Standards
Author: Fengchun, Cheng
Date: 2014-08-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Quality,Standards,Models,Quality Assurance,Satisfaction,Outcomes of Education

While nations measure the quality of educational systems by different standards, many nations, such as China, have adopted the ISO9000 quality standards to assess the quality of schools. This article explores the various elements of the the ISO9000 standards and how each element relates to the various groups that are consumers or stakeholders in the educational process. The authors then develop a model to explain the relationship of the expectations of stakeholder groups to measures of quality for educational inputs, processes, and outputs. Emphasizing the differences between business and educational systems, a balance of promissory and satisfaction standards based on the ISO9000 standards is suggested in order to appropriately and effectively assess educational quality.
An X-Ray of Inter-Governmental Relation Conflicts and Resource Control in the Fourth Republic in Nigeria
Author: Ojo, John Sunday
Date: 2014-03-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Governance,Federal State Relationship,Conflict Resolution,Public Policy,Program Implementation,Justice,Resource Allocation

Intergovernmental relation is a necessary political tool for mutual intertwines among the levels of government for the realization and facilitation of government goals and objectives. Intergovernmental wrangling has been a morphological characteristic of Nigerian federalism. The 1999 Nigerian constitution stipulates unequivocal and unambiguous demarcation of functions, powers and jurisdictional ecology within the purview of Nigerian political framework. However, lack of economic justice occasioned by jurisdictional scruples tortured intergovernmental relations during the political regime of former President Olusegun Obasanjo administration in the fourth republic in Nigeria. This study therefore x-rayed chronological crusades of intergovernmental relation conflicts and resource control in the fourth republic in Nigeria. Methodology employed in this study was derived from secondary sources of data collection, such as: newspaper reports, textbooks, and academic journals. It also adopted interactive and conflict resolution theory to re-echo how best to manage intergovernmental relation conflicts in Nigerian federal-state. This work concludes that intergovernmental relation is a necessary political synergy for the actualization and implementation of government policies and programmes. Therefore, justice, fairness and equity in the allocation of economic resources that endure tolerance and cooperation are veritable weapons to mitigate intergovernmental relation conflicts in Nigerian federalism.
Women Aspiring to Administrative Positions in Kenya Municipal Primary Schools
Author: Combat, Victor F. O.
Date: 2014-09-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Females,Women Administrators,Elementary Schools,Principals,Barriers,Social Bias,Gender Discrimination,Gender Differences,Qualitative Research,Interviews,Focus Groups,Instructional Leadership,Socialization,Personnel Selection,Role Models,Family Work Relationship

Even though female teachers in Kenya municipal primary schools are majority and highly qualified, they fill fewer administrative positions than men. This study assesses the extent of women's participation in leadership positions, society's perception of female leaders, selection criteria of educational administrators, and barriers that affect or hinder them from participation in leadership positions. Findings of this study reveal that gender socialization, beliefs in meritocracy, and the influence of patriarchy create a cycle of discrimination that disadvantage women in career advancement. Further, the existence of gender barriers disproportionately harms women's advancement to senior positions of school administration. Finally, the study proposes remedial solutions to improve their involvement and participation in educational leadership.
The Nigeria Education System and Vision 20: 2020--A Critical Development Planning Perspective
Author: Sanubi, Franklins A.
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Development,Educational Planning,Educational History,Position Papers,Content Analysis,Strategic Planning,Knowledge Economy,Access to Education,Investment,Educational Resources,Educational Facilities,Staff Utilization,Resource Allocation,Relevance (Education),Research Needs,Sustainability,Educational Policy,Change Strategies,Educational Practices,Educational Improvement

The study examines the call for Nigeria becoming one of the twenty most developed economies by the year 2020, as it relates to development planning in Nigeria using the educational system as a unit of analysis. It aims at examining the relevance of this call within the context of existing facilities in the Nigeria educational system--both material and human--from the point of view of academic planning. It adopts a historical research methodology of analysis using purely secondary data drawn from statutory documents and other sources. The study observes among other things, a worrisome disposition of the country's educational system in terms of worsening commitments of stakeholders to the maintenance and expansion of existing facilities and poor funding of this sector by the public authorities. Thus, the study believes has seriously imperil the country's readiness for the Vision 20:2020 as education remains the bedrock of any form of national development. The study therefore suggests, among other planning strategies, an improved funding for education, and a deliberate effort at improving the status, motivation and the overall conditions of service of teachers which it is hoped, will help in reversing this ugly trend in the Nigerian educational system if the vision 20:2020 is ever to be realized.
Impact of Teenage Motherhood on the Academic Performance in Public Primary Schools in Bungoma County, Kenya
Author: Barmao-Kiptanui, Catherine
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Mothers,Early Parenthood,Academic Achievement,Elementary School Students,Public Schools,Social Integration,Qualitative Research,Statistical Analysis,Questionnaires,Content Analysis,Semi Structured Interviews,Principals,Student Attitudes,Administrator Attitudes,Educational Attainment,Barriers,Reentry Students,Self Esteem,Career Readiness,Daily Living Skills,Parent Influence,Low Achievement,Educational Benefits

Teenage pregnancy and motherhood is a concern in both developed and developing countries and is a complex reality of contemporary society however the re-entry of teenage mothers into the school system continues to demand attention as society's negative attitude towards pregnant girls and teenage mothers persists. Those who do return to school suffer from stigmatisation, ridicule, and abuse from both teachers and other learners. This study sought to investigate the impact of teenage motherhood on the academic performance in public primary schools in Bungoma County. The study was guided by social integration model on student retention in schools whose primary purpose was to explain how the interactions among different individuals within the academic, social systems and the communities which comprised them lead individuals of different characteristics to withdraw from that institution prior to completion. Descriptive survey was adopted for the study and employed both quantitative and qualitative technique where quantitative relies on the principle of verifiability and the researcher wants to obtain a large body of data or to perform statistical analysis in order to produce results that can be generalized to the target population while qualitative involves systematic collection, analysis and interpretation of data in order to provide description on selected issues hence the researcher used both techniques in order to maximize the strengths and minimize the limitation of each. The study employed stratified sampling, simple random and purposive sampling. A sample of 35 respondents (teenage mothers) and 3 head teachers from public schools in Kopsiro division were sampled for the study. The research instruments used were questionnaire and interview schedule and document analysis. The semi structured questionnaire were administered to the teenage mothers while closed ended interview schedule were administered to head teachers. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The descriptive analyses was summarized using frequencies, percentages and cross-tabulations. The study found out that education prepares girls for jobs, livelihoods, and raises their self-esteem and that teenage motherhood leads to low educational attainment. The study recommended that by supporting teenage mothers would help them achieve their goals in education.