ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Rewriting a History of Open Universities: (Hi)stories of Distance Teachers
Author: Lee, Kyungmee
Date: 2019-10-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Open Universities,Distance Education,Teacher Attitudes,Personal Narratives,Educational Change,Adoption (Ideas),Technological Advancement,Technology Uses in Education,Web Based Instruction,Online Courses,Resistance to Change,Social Isolation,Foreign Countries,Institutional Mission

This article reports eight distance teachers' stories about teaching at two open universities over the past two decades with a focus on their perceptions and feelings about the changes in their teaching practice. This qualitative study employed a methodological approach called the autoethnographic interview, aiming to document more realistic histories of the open universities and to imagine a better future for those universities. As a result, the paper presents autobiographical narratives of distance teachers that dissent from the general historical accounts of open universities. These narratives are categorized into three interrelated themes: a) openness: excessive openness and a lost sense of mission; b) technological innovation: moving online and long-lasting resistance, and c) teaching: transactional interactions and feelings of loneliness. The paper then presents a discussion of useful implications for open universities, which can serve as a starting point for more meaningful discussions among distance educators in a time of change.
Empirical Research on Pedagogical Dictionary Use in Recent 30 Years
Author: Li, Qian
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teaching Methods,Dictionaries,Lexicography,Periodicals,Standards,Research Methodology,Trend Analysis,Journal Articles

Research on dictionary use is a relatively new field in lexicography. Among them, the empirical studies which were few before 1990s has gained ground over recent three decades. Using data of 35 articles from &quot;International Journal of Lexicography&quot; (1987-2017), this study renders an analysis of the empirical research trends in the field of dictionary use. The analysis mainly focuses on the research topics, research methodology, and the changes that have occurred in the field. The results show that while some hot topics (e.g., the effectiveness of dictionary use or of certain dictionary information) have remained popular over the past two decades, some topics, e.g., the exploration of dictionary using process have received an increasing attention, but some others, e.g., the investigation on habits and needs of dictionary use, have witnessed a decrease of interest recently. Furthermore, researchers have improved the methodological standards for recent studies. As for data analysis, more complicated statistic approaches, rather than pure descriptive statistics, have been adopted. Finally, based on the analysis on previous studies, this paper offers suggestions for further research trend.
Comparison of Balance, Reaction Time, Attention and BMI Values in Individual and Team Sports
Author: Turkeri, Cenab
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Psychomotor Skills,Reaction Time,Attention Control,Body Composition,Team Sports,Athletes,Athletics,Age Differences,Body Weight,Body Height,Foreign Countries,Gender Differences,Adolescents,Time Factors (Learning)

In this study, we aimed to investigate static and dynamic balance, reaction time, attention and BMI values at the athletes being in the individual and team sport. 78 individual athletes (karate 17, judo 15, Gymnastics 14, table tennis 12, wrestling 20) and 58 team athletes (handball 23, basketball 13, volleyball 10, football 12) with formal licensed and average ages 13.08±1.36 years were participated as voluntarily. For demographic characteristics, participants have filled in questionnaires and Bass Stick static balance, Y dynamic balance, Nelson hand reaction time and D2 attention test were applied. First, we have applied the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test for normality of the data, the normal distribution is observed and then independent t test was used. In order to see the relationship between data, Pearson's correlation test was applied. The average sporting age of participants was 4.32±1.87 years, height 1.59±0.11m, body weight 50.18±12.74 kg and per week training time 10.33±4.41 hours. In addition, their BMI values were19.49±3.10 kg/m2 which is in the normal range, i.e., no difference between individual and team athletes was observed. It has been observed that for individual athletes, total number of items is 525.42±108.29, total number of errors is 454.04±105.86, concentration performance is 182.14±62.53, reaction rime is 0.29±0.06 sec, static balance is 7.10±4.49 sec, dynamic balance is 208.37±32.20 cm. On the other hand, for team athletes, these values were 500.59±79.70, 382.31±93.60, 168.35±56.51, 0.26±0.05 sec, 5.68±2.67 sec and 187.15±29.99 cm, respectively. We have found that while age increased the static and dynamic balance increased, but training time increased solely the dynamic balance increased. In addition, when taking into account the static and dynamic balance, it has been observed that the individual athletes were better than the team athletes but for the reaction time was contrary, i.e., team athletes were better than the individual ones. [This paper will be presented as an oral presentation at the 17th International Congress of Sport Sciences (Antalya, November 13-16, 2019).]
Exploring Internet of Things, Mobile Computing and Ubiquitous Computing in Computer Science Education: A Systematic Mapping Study
Author: Fragou, Olga
Date: 2020-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Computer Science Education,Educational Technology,Computer Uses in Education,Internet,Behavioral Objectives,Affordances,Learning Processes,Educational Research

Ubiquitous computing, mobile computing and the Internet of Things (UMI) have been widely used in several application areas. To date, methods and techniques for the application of these technologies in real life situations have continued to emerge; however, their use in education settings focusing on existing practices remain largely underexplored. A systematic mapping study (SMS) method was herein used to map initially identified 395 articles with the aims of systematically analyzing and presenting the evidence from the literature on the topic, and to identify important gaps as well as promising research directions. An appropriate methodological protocol has been adopted from the literature for the analysis, filtering, evaluation and report of the evidence. As a result, twenty-five studies have been selected and analyzed. The axes of analyzing systematically the literature were inspired by an existing UMI learning ecology. The analysis revealed important characteristics of existing UMI related educational practices in all levels of education, including contexts and actors involved, methods and digital tools used, affordances and learning approaches important for achieving effective learning in IoT, Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing domain.
A Comparative Study of LIS Accreditation Frameworks in Australia, New Zealand, United States, and Canada
Author: Gibbons, Leisa
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Accreditation (Institutions),Library Education,Foreign Countries,Models,Higher Education,Differences,Comparative Education

As Library and Information Science (LIS) educators, we teach our students about the changing and evolving role of the information professional in the twenty-first century. For many educators around the world, accreditation of LIS programs also shapes and legitimizes curriculum. This comparative study of the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand seeks to identify similarities and differences in accreditation frameworks. This research shows that similarities and differences exist in programs, course designs, delivery methods, accreditation models, program specializations, and engagement with information science as a discipline. In conclusion we ask five critical questions about Australian LIS education and propose three areas for future research, including evaluating the purpose of accreditation.
Examination of Balance and Isokinetic Strength in Female Volleyball Players
Author: Cengizel, Elif
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Muscular Strength,Females,Team Sports,Human Body,College Students,Athletes

The purpose of this research is: (a) to compare the dominant and non-dominant leg isokinetic strength and balance, (b) to compare the balance applied on the same side to different directions and isokinetic strength applied to the same side at different angular velocities and (c) to examine the relationship between the balance and isokinetic strength applied at different angular velocities in female volleyball players. Eleven senior female volleyball players voluntarily participated in the research. Isokinetic knee flexion and extension strength were separately obtained on concentric/concentric dominant and non-dominant leg as 5 repetitions at 60 degrees .s [superscript -1] angular velocity, 10 repetitions at 180 degrees .s [superscript -1] and 15 repetitions at 300 degrees .s [superscript -1]. The balance test was performed for both sides in anterior (ANT), posterolateral (PL) and posteromedial (PM) directions. In female volleyball players, there is no significant difference between the dominant and non-dominant leg in terms of isokinetic strength and balance. A significant difference was detected between the balance applied in different directions on the same side and isokinetic force applied at different angular velocities. However, there is not any significant relationship between isokinetic strength and balance in female volleyball players. As a result, there is no isokinetic strength and balance asymmetry in volleyball and there is no relationship between them. This may be an indication of the need for both legs in volleyball.
Examination of the Effect of Badminton Education on Physical and Selected Performance Characteristics
Author: Genc, Harun
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Females,College Students,Physical Education,Athletics,Body Weight,Body Height,Body Composition,Physical Fitness,Performance,Muscular Strength,Racquet Sports,Training,Program Effectiveness

This study was conducted on a total of 16 female students studying at the 1st grade of Bingöl University, School of Physical Education and Sports. Students participated in the study voluntarily and divided into 8 experimental groups (EG) and 8 control groups (CG). In the study, height, body weight, dominant hand grip strength, non-dominant hand grip strength, back strength, leg strength, 30-meter speed running, flexibility measurement, vertical jump, long jump tests were applied to the experimental and control groups as pre-test and post-test. Statistical analysis of the study was performed using SPSS 22.0 program. The analysis of the data in-group and intergroup measurements were performed by MANOVA and p &lt; 0.05 was taken as statistical significance level. While there was no statistically significant difference between the experimental group and the control group in terms of pre-test measurement results, there was a statistically significant difference in body fat percentage, body weight, body mass index value in favor of EG in physical measurements after 8-week training. Also, in terms of performance characteristics, according to the post-test measurement results, the differences between experimental and control group dominant hand strength and non-dominant hand strength, 30 m speed average was significant in favor of EG, and again the difference between long jump and vertical jump tests was statistically significant in favor of EG in final test measurement results. As a result, it can be said that 8-week basic badminton training has positive effects on female students both physically and physiologically.
Constructing Progress Maps of Digital Technology for Diagnosing Mathematical Proficiency
Author: Junpeng, Putcharee
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Progress Monitoring,Educational Diagnosis,Mathematics Skills,Algebra,Grade 7,Foreign Countries,Secondary School Students,Numbers,Outcomes of Education,Technology Uses in Education,Academic Standards

This research aims to construct and validate progress maps of digital technology for diagnosing the multidimensional mathematical proficiency (MP) in Number and Algebra for Grade 7 students utilizing the Construct Modeling Approach. Researchers employed four building blocks as follows. Firstly, researchers developed the progress maps as an assessment framework of multidimensional MP. This is followed by creating the test for diagnosing MP. Next, researchers assigned scoring criteria and created the transition points of students' MP levels. Finally, researchers validated the quality of the progress maps through empirical evidence. A total sample 1,500 Grade 7 students was used to support the validity and reliability evidence of the progress maps through the Wright Map using Multidimensional Random Coefficients Multinomial Logit Model. Results revealed that there were two dimensions of progress maps, namely mathematical procedures (MAP) and structure of learning outcome (SLO), and the researchers investigated three strands of validity evidence, namely test content, response processes, and internal structure. The reliability values in the MAP and SLO were 0.84 and 0.80 respectively. Finally, the Grade 7 students were mainly found to be at level-2 in the MAP dimension (44.95%) and the SLO dimension (61.57%). The experts' evaluation results showed that the digital technology that was developed at the &quot;most appropriate&quot; quality levels in terms of usefulness, suitability, and accuracy, and at the &quot;very appropriate&quot; for the feasibility aspect, and hence is successfully contributing to the clarification of learning goals, to support for student-centered instruction, and that it is helpful in improving in teacher professional development.
Is Democratic Learning Possible in a High-Stakes Classroom?
Author: Satterfield, Diana L.
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Authentic Learning,Learner Engagement,Student Empowerment,High Stakes Tests,Active Learning,Cooperative Learning,Lesson Plans,Social Studies,Attitude Change,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,High School Students,Grade 10,High School Teachers,Classroom Environment,Public Schools,Rural Schools,Low Income Students,Democratic Values,Student Participation,State Standards

However well-intentioned, standardization and increased testing conflict with theories and research that supports authentic learning and collaboration. Implementing methods to empower and engage students can feel nearly impossible within a high-stake environment. This article discusses the findings of an action research study conducted to explore ways for teachers to engage students to become active participants in both teaching and learning. Students were encouraged to explore a democratic learning environment in which they worked collaboratively to develop lesson plans for social studies that adhered to state requirements. The findings showed a profound shift in perceptions of teaching and learning by students and teacher.
Is Mental Toughness in Elite Athletes a Predictor of Moral Disengagement in Sports?
Author: Namli, Sevinc
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Athletes,Moral Values,Predictor Variables,Athletics,Foreign Countries,Late Adolescents,Young Adults,Gender Differences,Self Efficacy,Self Esteem,Locus of Control,Leadership Qualities,High School Students,Aggression,Individual Characteristics,Psychological Patterns

The aim of this study was to determine whether mental toughness levels of athletes engaged in the elite-level team and individual sports in Ankara and Erzurum were predictors of moral disengagement in sports. The sample of the study consisted of randomly-selected 515 athletes who were actively engaged in sports in their clubs in 2017. The &quot;Moral Disengagement in Sport Scale-Short&quot; (MDSS) developed by Boardley and Kavussanu (2008) and adapted to Turkish by Gülpinar (2015), and the &quot;Sports Mental Toughness Questionnaire&quot; (SMTQ) developed by Sheard et al. (2009) and adapted to Turkish by Pehlivan (2014) were used as data collection tools. In the analysis of the data, frequency, percentage, Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient and linear regression analysis were utilized. As a result of the analyzes, no significant difference was found between confidence, one of the sub-scales of the SMTQ, and moral disengagement, but there was a weak positive significant relationship between the constancy and control sub-scales. As a result of the linear regression analysis, it was found that moral disengagement predicted the constancy and control sub-scales significantly and explained 4% and 3% of the variance, respectively, but it was found that the confidence sub-scale was not predicted significantly.
The Effects of Whole Body Vibration Application on Jump and Balance Performance in University Students
Author: Gürol, Baris
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Human Body,College Students,Psychomotor Skills,Muscular Strength,Males,Motion,Young Adults,Performance,Stimulation,Exercise,Energy,Biomechanics

The aim of this research was to investigate the effect of vibration applications on muscle strength and balance. As the subjects to the research, nineteen male sport science students (age: 21.45±2.16 years, height: 177.55±7.24 cm, body mass: 71.62±11.02 kg) voluntarily participated in the study. The students were exposed to vibration in squat exercise position before they were exposed to vibration at 25Hz, 50Hz frequency and control (no-vibration) on three different application days. Before and after the vibration exposure, jump tests and balance tests were administered right after the 5th, 10th and 15th min in the wake of the vibration. A statistically significant difference was found in active and squat jump heights administered following the 25Hz and 50 Hz frequency applications (p[less than or equal to]0.05). No significant differences were found in the jump heights in control group (p&gt;0.05). While there was no significant difference found in balance tests performed after 25Hz and 50Hz vibration applications (p&gt;0.05), a significant difference was found after the control application (p[less than or equal to]0.05). As a result, there was an increase in jump heights following the acute vibration application however, no change was seen in balance scores. Practicing acute vibration applications can be recommended to increase jump height especially before the competitions and applications.
Evaluating a Flipped Intermediate Spanish Course through Students and Instructor&apos;s Perceptions
Author: Jaramillo, Nadia V.
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Spanish,Homework,Video Technology,Teacher Attitudes,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Student Attitudes,Time Factors (Learning),Second Language Instruction,College Students,College Faculty

This case study examined students' and their instructor's perceptions and experiences in a flipped intermediate Spanish course which aimed to leverage class time for more interactive and communicative tasks to increase the use of language. Through student surveys and instructor interviews, this study found contrastive perspectives between the students' and instructor's experiences. Results from student surveys showed that their perceptions were lower but positive at the end of the course when compared to the start of the course. In contrast, the instructor had mixed perceptions before and after the course. Discussion of these contrastive perceptions and experiences are presented, as well as of online tasks and classroom activities. In addition, implications are presented in light of increasing our understanding of the affordances that flipped learning offers for language learning, learners' agency, and instructor's support.
A Content Analysis of Errors in MLIS Students&apos; Online Searching Assignments
Author: Ondrusek, Anita
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Library Science,Information Science,Graduate Students,Masters Programs,Error Patterns,Online Searching,Assignments,Error Correction,Distance Education,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Search Strategies

Very few formal studies have documented the errors committed in online searching performances, and none have focused exclusively on students in library and information science programs. To fill this gap, the authors conducted a content analysis of online searching errors of MLIS students based upon a coding scheme derived from previous error typologies and enhanced with new categories related to strategic searching decisions. The results suggest that errors committed by MLIS students align with errors identified in previous online searching studies but also include errors that seem unique to the MLIS participants' searching outcomes. Using observed error patterns, the authors suggest instructional activities that can be developed to teach techniques for error correction and avoiding tactical and strategic flaws in online searching assignments.
A Review of the Multiple-Intelligence Domains of Physically Handicapped Individuals in Terms of Certain Demographic Attributes
Author: Bayram, Levent
Date: 2019-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Multiple Intelligences,Physical Disabilities,Adults,Late Adolescents,Foreign Countries,Age Differences,Gender Differences,Educational Attainment,Athletics

The purpose of this study is to review the multiple intelligence domains of physically handicapped individuals with regard to certain variables. The population of the study consists of 40 physically handicapped adults in total, 13 females and 27 males, between the ages of 16 to 58 with an age average of 30.80 ± 9.78 who were members of Association of the Physically Handicapped and who participated into the study voluntarily in Samsun province, in 2017. In addition to the descriptive questions about age, gender, educational background and whether they did sports or not, &quot;Multiple Intelligence Inventory&quot; developed by Gülsen (2015) was applied to the respondents in order to obtain data. In the study, t test and Mann Whitney U test for the paired comparisons, and Kruskal Wallis and One Way ANOVA test for the triple comparisons and above were used to compare multiple intelligence theory score averages of the physically handicapped individuals in terms of the variables of gender, age, educational background and whether they do sports or not. Level of significance was taken as (p &lt; 0.05). It was found that there was a significant difference between the logical/mathematical intelligence domain score averages of female and male participants (p &lt; 0.05). It was seen that the logical/mathematical intelligence domain of males was more dominant than that of females. A statistically significant difference was observed at the Visual/Spatial and Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence domains with regard to age group variable (p &lt; 0.05). In addition, when the multiple intelligence score averages were compared according to whether individuals do sports or not, the logical/mathematical intelligence domain of those doing sports was significantly higher than that of those who did not do sports (p &lt; 0.05). The results can be interpreted as that doing sports may develop logical-mathematical intelligence of individuals. The study also shows that none of the fields of intelligence differs statistically in terms of the variable of educational status.