ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Research on the Cultivation of Critical Thinking in the Review of Postgraduate Information Literacy for the Graduation Thesis: A View from an International Student
Author: Sharma, Kundan
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Information Literacy,Comparative Education,Shared Resources and Services,Personal Autonomy,Feedback (Response),Foreign Students,Teamwork,International Educational Exchange,Cognitive Style,Graduate Students,Educational Quality,Mastery Learning,Student Attitudes,Online Searching,Foreign Countries,Writing Skills,Search Strategies,Literature Reviews,Library Services,Critical Thinking,Masters Theses,Information Sources,Student Research

With the diversification of information and the rapid development of information technology, and the arrival of the era of big data, information literacy has become one of the basic qualities that everyone must possess (Galvin and Jeanne 2006). This paper presents information literacy and review writing, data access autonomy and academic exchange activities to discover and explore, and the benefits of sharing learning resources. The survey shows the evaluation results of students' autonomy of learning and discusses the importance of improving the literature search and assistance provided by campus institutions such as libraries, and through the practical experience of international students to illustrate the teamwork for academic exchanges between China and foreign countries. The cultivation of information literacy driven by academic tasks and review writing plays an important role in developing a mature and universally applicable learning style, which is of great benefit to the academic quality training of graduate students. Through the feedback questionnaire, the student's literature review ability and the mastery of advanced search ability are analyzed to help teachers or scholars review students' ability and provide teaching models.
Student Relation Management on Cloud Technology for Academic and Internship Counseling Model in Rajabhat University
Author: Srisakonsub, Phatthranit
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Software,Management Systems,Universities,Internship Programs,Models,Guidelines,Supervision,Academic Advising,Foreign Countries,Student Teachers,Teacher Education Programs,Counseling Techniques,Computer Mediated Communication,Rural Areas,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices

The purposes of this study were: 1) to design a model of student relation management system on cloud technology for academic and internship counseling in Rajabhat University and 2) to assess a model of student relation management system on cloud technology for academic and internship counseling in Rajabhat University. The research methods were of 2 stages: 1) the model design stage in which 1.1) documents, textbooks and related literature were reviewed and analyzed, and 1.2) the model was designed, using elements and guidelines obtained from those documentaries together with the Front-end Analysis of needs, learners, environment and technology; and 2) the model assessment stage which included 5 steps, namely, 2.1) constructing instruments for model assessment, 2.2) having 9 experts to assess the instruments, 2.3) analyzing the data obtained from the assessment, using mathematic mean (x-bar) and standard deviation (S.D.), 2.4) improving the model according to the experts 'advises, and 2.5) presenting the model. It was found that the designed model was made up of 3 main components: 1) student relation management which consisted of 1.1) data base, 1.2) cloud technology, 1.3) creating relation, and 1.4) maintaining relation; 2) student relation activities of the management system on cloud technology that comprised 2.1) filtering teacher students' demographic data, 2.2) connecting the data from the university with the university system, 2.3) publicizing information and news, 2.4) formulating academic counseling plan, 2.5) carrying out academic counseling, and 2.6) following up and evaluating; and 3) academic and internship counseling which was composed of 3.1) registration, 3.2) orientation, 3.3) supervision planning, 3.4) supervising, 3.5) academic counseling, following up the academic counseling, and 3.6) evaluation. The study revealed that the developed model was very appropriate to be used for academic and internship counseling.
The Effect of a 8 Week-Explosive Power Training on Some Performance Parameters of Students Who Studying in Sports High School
Author: Bastürk, Dede
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: High School Students,Training,Athletics,Performance,Program Effectiveness,Foreign Countries,Muscular Strength

Aim of this study is to analyze the effect of a 8 week-explosive power training on some performance parameters of students who studying in sports high school. A total of 101 healthy male canoeist students who studying in sports high school volunteered to participate in this study. students were randomly divided into two groups and test (N = 51) and control (N = 50) groups were formed. Explosive power trainings were applied to test group during 8 weeks as 30-minute trainings for 3 days a week in addition to canoe training and control group continued only canoe training. All data were obtained twice as pre-test and post-test before and after training. Four line sprint test, standing long jump test and 20m sprint test were used to determine performances of the subjects When results of the study are examined, it is seen that explosive power trainings applied during 8 weeks had statistically significant effects in favor of the post-tests for 20m sprint, sprint-agility and standing long jump performances pre-test and post-test results (P&lt;0.05). In addition, when post-test results of test and control group were compared, it was found that test group's 20m sprint, sprint-agility and standing long jump performances post-test results showed statistically more significant improvement than control group's post-test results (P&lt;0.05). These results confirm our expectations before the research. Consequently, it can be thought that explosive power trainings applied have positive effects on 20m sprint, sprint-agility and standing long jump performances.
Teachers&apos; Multiple Roles and Perceived Loss of Professionalism in Tanzanian Secondary Schools
Author: Lawrent, Godlove
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Secondary School Teachers,Teacher Responsibility,Teacher Role,Professional Identity,Teacher Attitudes,Self Efficacy,Educational Quality,Teaching Conditions,Government Role,Rural Urban Differences,Educational Needs,Teacher Competencies,School Personnel

The rapid increase in Tanzanian primary school enrollments in the last decade was prompted by the government to develop the Secondary Education Expansion Policy. My study, therefore, explored the impact of this policy on teachers' professional lives. A qualitative approach was adopted to gain detailed insights into the phenomena under investigation. Data were collected from 30 participant teachers from four community secondary schools in Tanzania through interviews and document analysis. Overall the findings revealed that the government's shortcomings in hiring support staff prompted teachers to perform extra duties along side teaching. It also found that the lack of the government's commitment to rewarding teaching quality exacerbated teachers' engagement in other income-generating activities. Teachers' engagement in these non-teaching tasks both in school and out of school affected their own professional identifies which subsequently impacted on their teaching competence beliefs. These findings recommend that in order to enhance the quality of teaching and learning, the government of Tanzania must improve teachers' welfare by employing enough support staff to assist in teaching and learning.
Factors Affecting the Quality and Efficacy of English Language Teaching In-Service Teacher Education and Training (ELT-INSET): A Case Study of Bangladesh
Author: Nur, Shakila
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Language Teachers,Second Language Learning,Inservice Teacher Education,Case Studies,Administrator Attitudes,Teacher Educators,Educational Quality,Educational Policy,Foreign Countries,Second Language Instruction

Given the integral role of English teachers in promoting quality English education, English language teaching in-service teacher education and training (BLT-INSET) plays a crucial role in developing quality and professional competence of English teachers. It is in this regard, when the inevitability of ELT-INSET is growing worldwide, our article identifies quality parameters of an ELT-INSET conducted in Bangladesh. This qualitative case study was conducted as part of a doctoral project employing semi-structured interviews with one ELT-INSET programme coordinator, three teacher trainers and 12 trainees (English teachers) of an ELT-INSET. The cross-case analysis of the interview data identified six factors adversely affecting the quality and efficacy of the ELT-INSET. The factors included the absence of needs analysis culture, an ineffective trainee selection mechanism and proper monitoring system, the quality issue of teacher trainers, contents and materials, the lack of required logistics support and finally, the bureaucratic power-coercive £LT-INSET management. The article, by shedding light on those findings, finally informs the policymakers with some implications with which to develop their policy and to enhance and ensure the quality and efficacy of ELT-INSET programmes. The implications might also be applicable irrespective of INSET for other subjects and polities with the same context beyond Bangladesh.
Understanding the Mental and Physical Health Needs and Acculturation Processes of International Graduate Students in the United States
Author: Girmay, Mehrete
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mental Health,Physical Health,Acculturation,Foreign Students,Graduate Students,Student Needs,Student Adjustment,Public Colleges,Stress Variables,Social Support Groups,Culture Conflict,Student Experience,Foreign Countries,Social Isolation,Psychological Patterns

The main purpose of this study was to gain an in depth understanding of the adjustment needs of international graduate students at the host university. There are, of course, a variety of factors that play a part in the adjustment needs that plague international graduate students and their adjustment to the host university. Consequently, in order to adequately meet the needs of this student population, these factors should be understood both independently and collectively. As the number of international graduate students migrating to the U.S. continues to increase, it is critical that host university staff and domestic students work toward creating sustainable efforts that will adequately meet both the emotional and physical needs of these students. Moreover, this is both a timely and timeless topic that allows for personal introspection in eliminating any underlying bias, stereotypes, discriminatory beliefs and practices. This study's findings have the ability to broaden perspectives to include an understanding of the cyclical nature of xenophobia and just how interconnected stress and mental health are as it relates to this population.
Challenges in Accessing Fieldwork in the Rural Himalayas: An Emerging Researcher&apos;s Experiences
Author: Rana, Karna
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Rural Areas,Researchers,Social Differences,Cultural Differences,Foreign Countries,Case Studies,Elementary School Teachers,School Visitation,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Nongovernmental Organizations,Barriers,Second Languages,School Districts,Information Technology,Technology Integration,Teaching Methods,Religion,Computer Software,Geographic Information Systems,Graduate Students,Doctoral Programs,Student Research,Student Attitudes

This article is the reflection of an emerging researcher who has experienced different nudges from the beginning of accessing the research field to the final stage of collating data in rural Nepal. My experiences and reflections may provide provocations to researchers to consider before they undertake field research. Areas that researchers should be aware of before entering the field include strategies of approaching the resources, socio-cultural and language diversities, topography and travel complication. The article offers those considering field research in remote areas, such as rural Nepal, an opportunity for rethinking a case study research approach, choosing appropriate methodological tools, sampling strategies and accessing resources.
&quot;It Inspires and Motivates You to Do Something That Makes a Difference&quot;: Transformational Education Experiences and Global Citizenry in a Tertiary Travel Award
Author: Daly, Nicola
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Transformative Learning,Travel,Global Approach,Cultural Awareness,Educational Benefits,Scholarships,College Students,High Achievement,Foreign Countries,Fund Raising,Student Leadership,Recreational Activities,Student Attitudes,Place Based Education,Consciousness Raising,Citizen Participation

Literature shows that international travel as part of tertiary studies can result in transformational learning and increased global citizenry. There is a growing body of research in this field but most has focused on study abroad programmes, mainly in North American universities, based on the delivery of course content in a setting outside the country of origin. This present study examines the experience of participants from a university on a tertiary travel award with specific educational intent, but not based on a credit-bearing course delivering subject-specific content. Fifteen participants and four chaperones from five annual intakes (2013-2017) were interviewed and themes from the interviews provide evidence of the transformative educational outcomes of such an undertaking, and of how such an experience can nurture global citizenry. Findings provide evidence of all three aspects of global citizenry emanating from the travel award experience: global awareness, global-mindedness and global competence.
The Effects of Teacher Candidates&apos; Physical Activity Levels on Health-Related Quality of Life
Author: Gürol, Baris
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Physical Activities,Physical Activity Level,Preservice Teachers,Quality of Life,Well Being,Interpersonal Relationship,Role,Mental Health,Physical Health,Pain,Foreign Countries

The aim of this research was to determine the effects of physical activity levels of teacher candidates on the sub-dimensions of health-related quality of life. In the research among the quantitative research methods, relational survey model was used. A total of 90 teacher candidates participated in this research. The International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) and the 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) were used in this study. In the data analysis, &quot;percentage, frequencies, standard deviation, mean, Product-Moment Correlation coefficients and Multiple regression&quot; were used. According to the results, role functioning/emotional, pain and general health sub-dimensions are important predictors on physical activity levels. However, physical functioning, emotional well-being, vitality, social functioning, role functioning/physical, sub-dimensions have not an important impact on physical activity levels statistically. As a conclusion, participation in physical activity can be said to have a negative effect on emotional problems and pain, and a positive effect on general health status.
Use of Theories and Models in Geometry Education Research: A Critical Review
Author: Shanna, Shweta
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Geometry,Mathematics Instruction,Teaching Methods,Theories,Models,Geometric Concepts,Instructional Design,Context Effect,Language Usage,Foreign Countries,Student Diversity,Spatial Ability

The aim of this article is to provide a critical review of the theories and the model used in the field of geometry education research. The article critically discusses van Hiele's theory, Fischbein's theory of figural concepts, Duval's theory of figural apprehension, the Spatial Operational Capacity (SOC) model by Wessels and van Niekerk, and the Sfard's commognition theory. The van Hiele's theory proposed a sequential order of development through which the learners construct their understanding of geometry concepts. Fischbein's theory of figural concepts suggested that a geometric figure is always comprised of a visible representation and a concept. Duval's theory of figural apprehension underscored the heuristic value of a geometry figure for solving geometry problems. The SOC model by Wessels and van Niekerk emphasised the importance of instructional design incorporating a variety of physical and mental objects to work with to develop geometry concepts. Finally, the article discusses Sfard's commognition theory that emphasises the communicative Junction of language in developing geometry concepts. There are two major concerns highlighted with respect to these theories and the model. Firstly, these theories and model emphasise the development of the two-dimensional geometry concepts, neglecting the development of the concepts of three-dimensional geometry. Secondly, these theories and the model fail to acknowledge the multilingual context of geometry class. The article aims to highlight the dearth of studies that explore the multilingual context of geometry class and calls for future studies in this direction.
A Critique of Rata on the Politics of Knowledge and Maori Education
Author: Stewart, Georgina Tuari
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Politics of Education,Ethnic Groups,Pacific Islanders,Criticism,Educational Philosophy,Discourse Analysis,Misconceptions,Scholarship,Foreign Countries,Indigenous Knowledge,Social Class,Educational Change,Curriculum Development

This article unpacks and critiques the scholarship of Elizabeth Rata on the politics of knowledge in education. Rata represents a widespread, though covert, influence within the global academy of an imperialist form of philosophical universalisn, which has particular significance for Aotearoa New Zealand due to her vocal opposition to Kaupapa Maori education and Maori politics more generally. This article uses critical discourse analysis (CDA) to focus on the arguments of one key article, in order to expose its philosophical weaknesses. Our analysis shows that Rafa's scholarship is based on misconceptions of several key terms and concepts, which inexorably lead to inadequate arguments and invalid conclusions, and undermine the cogency of her claims about the 'dangers' of Kaupapa Maori education.
&quot;You Can&apos;t Be outside without Being Part of the Culture&quot;: Recommendations for Using Outdoor Recreation to Support International Student Transitions
Author: Brunette, Michelle K.
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Outdoor Education,Teaching Methods,Foreign Students,Expectation,Student Attitudes,Student Experience,Program Effectiveness,Student Adjustment,College Students,Foreign Countries,Recreational Activities

Outdoor education and sport sociology researchers have associated participation in outdoor recreation with physical and mental health wellbeing, reduced anxiety, increased social participation, and increased cultural exchange. The outdoor environment can benefit both the recruitment and wellbeing of students, yet international student expectations and experiences of Canadian outdoor recreation remain largely unexplored in research. An understanding of international student expectations and experiences is important, as unmet expectations and negative initial experiences can lead to poor student integration and attrition. This paper draws on interdisciplinary fields to investigate the unique benefits of outdoor recreation in facilitating international student transitions to new study environments. Drawing on their findings, the researchers offer recommendations to universities to promote, adapt, and enhance the use of outdoor recreation to support international students on their campuses.
A Life on the Hyphen-Bicultural Identity in Virgil Suarez&apos;s &quot;Going Under&quot;
Author: Zheng, Renran
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Ethnicity,Cultural Traits,Cubans,Hispanic Americans,Latin American Literature,Novels,Self Concept,Cultural Differences,Culture Conflict,Acculturation

This thesis is intended to delve into the one-and-a-half generation of Cuban-American's bicultural identity in Virgil Suarez's novel &quot;Going Under.&quot; Through an interpretation from the perspective of diaspora consciousness, this paper will identify how the main character constructs his individual identity through a network of usually competitive and incompatible elements like language, culture, religion, political ideologies and so on. Xavier Cuevas, the protagonist in this novel, maintains an unstable relationship with the American culture which he believes he has been wholly assimilated. The tension and anxiety lead him to &quot;go under&quot; and search for roots to return to the moment before exile.
An Old Story, a New Voice: Tertiary Education in the Bay of Plenty Region
Author: Amundsen, Diana
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Neoliberalism,Higher Education,Postsecondary Education,Partnerships in Education,Cultural Influences,Social Influences,Political Influences,Geographic Location,Educational History,Institutional Cooperation,Competition,Vocational Education

In this article, I first critique neoliberal effects on the Aotearoa New Zealand tertiary education sector and then provide a close-up look at tertiary education in the Bay of Plenty region. Information is based on aspects of my doctoral research which was located across three tertiary education organisations comprising the Bay of Plenty Tertiary Education Partnership: The University of Waikato, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology and, Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi. The findings of this research examine connections across the partnership, delving into relevant aspects of universities, polytechnics and wananga. I evaluate the historical, geographical, political and socio-cultural context of all three institutions. Lastly, I discuss campus connections between the partnership organisations. The emerging picture reveals an old story of expansion and growth with a new voice of tension between collaboration and competition in the face of a neoliberal education context. This article offers timely implications for contemporary and future University of Waikato campus connections and may appeal to academics, graduate students, policymakers and the general public.