ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Teacher-Pedagogy Approach for Sustainable Proficiency
Author: Nath, Baiju K.
Date: 2010-00-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Educational Experience,Educational Quality,Institutional Characteristics,Teaching Methods,Educational Strategies,Teaching (Occupation),Performance Factors,Teacher Effectiveness,Teacher Qualifications,Educational Planning,Educational Research,Educational Administration,Computer Software

Quality concerns of an institution shall be explained in terms of hardware and software. The hardware comprises of building and other infrastructural facilities and software involves teachers, students and administrative staff. Various agencies such as National Council for Educational Research & Training (NCERT), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), National University for Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA), State Institute of Educational Management & Training (SIEMAT), Institute for Advanced Study in Education (IASE), College of Teacher Education (CTE), District Institute of Education for Teacher (DIET) etc. are functioning in our country for the monitoring of school education. First of all, it is essential to identify the major quality determinants for attaining and sustaining quality. Hence the present study attempts to throw light into one of the key aspects of institutional quality namely Teacher and Instructional strategies. The present study follows the procedure of descriptive research. Document analysis was the important tool for the study. Interview with teachers, Head of the Institutions, observation and discussion with experts were also used quality of a teacher should be an essential input for institutional quality. Other aspects such as quantity, level of performance, attitude, environmental awareness, peace concerns; life skills acquisition, technological skills, etc. are also highly influential in this regard. Teacher quality involves teacher qualifications, personal professional attributes, and technical ability. Institutional mechanism for teacher effectiveness and aspects of instructional strategies that have influence on quality were also discussed.
Capstone Course Assessment Approaches and Their Issues in the Engineering Programs in Taiwan
Author: Lee, Lung-Sheng
Date: 2007-12-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Higher Education,Curriculum,Curriculum Based Assessment,Performance Based Assessment,Student Participation,Engineering Education,Theory Practice Relationship

Capstone courses have been increasingly offered in Taiwan. This paper explored their  assessment approaches and issues. Authentic assessment and project competition were found widely adopted and the following two issues were identified: (1) The assessment rubrics employed should be enriched and improved; and (2) Assessment fairness on the extent of student participation should be increased. (Contains 1 table and 4 figures.)
All-in-One and One-for-All: A Proposed Model of Lifelong Technology Education
Author: Lee, Lung-Sheng
Date: 2008-07-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Technology Education,Lifelong Learning,Developmental Stages,Educational Cooperation,Outcomes of Education

This paper proposes a lifelong model of technology education to promote the analysis and explanation of technology education. Including five stages, this model assumes that everyone in most countries/regions should have opportunities to learn about technology in every stage. Learning in the first three stages, awareness-literacy-specialization, mainly happens in schools, while learning in the last two stages, applications-growth, mainly happens after entering workplace. Learning in schools may be taught with activities that are infused in other classes or as a separate course. Learning after entering workplace may lean to non-formal and informal forms. Educators at each of the five stages of development should  focus on their own special outcomes, and reach out for partnerships with educators at other levels of this lifelong learning process. (Contains 4 figures.) [This paper was published in: &quot;The Second International Symposium on Educational Cooperation for Industrial Technology Education Proceedings&quot; (pp. 269-274). Aichi University of Education, Japan.]
Challenges and Opportunities Facing Technology Education in Taiwan
Author: Lee, Lung-Sheng Steven
Date: 2009-11-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Technology Education,Technological Literacy,National Curriculum,Curriculum Development,Elementary Secondary Education,Reputation,Teacher Education Programs

The technology education in Taiwan is prescribed in the national curriculum and provided to all students in grades 1-12. However, it faces the following challenges: (1) Lack of worthy image, (2) Inadequate teachers in elementary schools, (3) Deficient teaching vitality in secondary schools, and (4) Diluted technology teacher education programs. In order to create opportunities for the survival and prosperity of technology education in Taiwan, the following efforts should be made: (1) Embrace technology education in country-wide further-study examinations, (2) Initiate an international comparison of students' technological literacy, and (3) Make well preparation for the next national curriculum revision. (Contains 1 figure.) [This paper was published in: &quot;Challenges and opportunities facing technology education in Taiwan.&quot; Proceedings of the International Conference on Technology Education in Asian and Pacific Region (ICTE 2009) (pp. 78-81). National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan.]
Brief Introduction to Technology Education in Taiwan
Author: Lee, Lung-Sheng
Date: 2004-07-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Technology Education,Technological Literacy,Elementary Secondary Education,Curriculum

Technology Education at both elementary and secondary schools levels has become an important means to develop technological literacy for all. In Taiwan, Living Technology (LT) is offered at both elementary and secondary school levels in order to improve technological literacy of the public. This brief introduction presents the national status of technological literacy education at both elementary and secondary school levels, and provides examples of schools, written by school teachers, in the hope that domestic and international people will gain a better understanding of the ideal and reality of this field in Taiwan. (Contains 2 tables.)
Leveling the Playing Field: Increasing Student Achievement through Data-Driven Ability Grouping and Instructional Practices
Author: Sexton, Jami
Date: 2010-01-06
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: Action Research,Goal Orientation,Academic Achievement,Comprehension,Grade 5,Item Analysis,Student Placement,Ability Grouping,Language Arts,Data Analysis,Achievement Tests,Data,Decision Making,Instructional Development,Reading Skills,High Stakes Tests

This action research project focuses on increasing student comprehension and achievement. The study examined the effectiveness of completing detailed item analysis of assessments for the purpose of placing students into different Language Arts classes and learning groups within those classes. Research advocates placing students of similar ability levels for reading instruction as long as instructional practices are equitable. After student placement, the data was used then for instructional planning. Item analysis of weekly assessments and a unit test continued for the purpose of arranging learning groups and for instructional planning. The participants in this study consist of ten fifth-grade students. The students participated in lessons on a number of reading skills. Data were collected from fifth-grade Ohio Achievement Tests, Reading Benchmark tests, weekly assessments, a Unit Test, a reading survey, an interest survey, self-evaluation survey, conferences, and observational notes. The results of the study suggest a positive relationship between detailed item analysis and student placement. The results also show a positive relationship between using detailed data analysis for instructional planning and increasing student achievement. (Contains 16 charts.)
Are Perceptions of Online Learning Indicative of Success?
Author: Bernola, Karen M.
Date: 2010-01-09
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Adults,Attitudes,Electronic Learning,Online Courses,Learning Processes,Academic Achievement,Instructional Design,Constructivism (Learning)

Online learning is a process that incorporates a "mind over matter" mentality of rigorous, intrinsic learning. The course design addresses what the mind has to know in order for it to matter. Online learning is not a new concept but its acceptance continues to be a daunting one. Many are plagued with the task of gaining knowledge within limited amounts of time in order to stay on the cutting edge of their industry. Some still may argue that they need to have face-to-face (F2F) interaction in order to get a "true" understanding of the subject matter. Others say they need instant gratification in order to know if they are on the right track in order to move forward in their studies. It's all about perceptions but online learning does address these issues and provides benchmarks for success along the way. Understanding the process of learning helps make the process easier for the instructor or facilitator and the learner.
A Review of the Literature on The Open High School in Turkey between the Years on its 10th Anniversary (1992-2002): A Revised and Expanded Version
Author: Demiray, Ugur, Ed.
Date: 2010-01-00
Type: Information Analyses
Subjects: Foreign Countries,High Schools,Open Education,Distance Education,Researchers,Private Schools,Technology Uses in Education,Television,Radio,Computer Uses in Education,Content Analysis,Literature Reviews

In this section general evaluation of the study will be done, without detailed comparison and content analysis for the reason that the abstracts are not sufficient to conduct a detailed comparative content analysis at that moment, it will try to give some interesting points of the findings and cumulative knowledge on the abstracts. This study covers during 10-years period on 110 researches or studies which have conducted between the years of December 1992 and September 2002. Their first versions of this study were covering only 70 studies, which have been conducted between the years 1992 and 1997. Most of the studies were conducted by Ministry of National Education Film, Radio Television Education Directorate to receive feedback on the application of Open High School and they were published as an internal paper by copying. And also, most of the studies and articles have nearly 10 to 15 pages per volume. In addition, theses are also around 100-150 pages. The oldest study of the open High School application belongs to year 1992. The studies in this literature review were conducted mostly by the same researchers and by the same institutions. This shows us that some researchers (for example; Catal, Esirgen, Hakan, Kaya, Ulug, Sozen agin and Teker) and institutions (for example; FRTED, MONE) conducted more than one study on the Open High School. More than 30 studies are realized by some institutions such as Ministry of National Education-MONE (mostly prepared by Ali AGIN), PIAR, and ARGE and by other organizations. Six of them were conducted by private or governmental institutions. Most of the studies were conducted by Ministry of National Education, Directorate Film, and Radio Television Education as an internal paper. Also in this literature review, it is observed that 12 researches realized as a group study. 7 of 10 researches were done by two researchers, 3 of 10 were done by four researchers and 2 of 10 were done by five researchers as group study. Other studies are realized by one author.
Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Programs: Results from a National Survey
Author: Conway, Maureen
Date: 2009-07-00
Type: Numerical/Quantitative Data
Subjects: Construction Industry,Apprenticeships,Surveys,National Programs,Human Capital,Labor Force Development,Low Income Groups

This publication shares findings from a WSI-conducted survey of pre-apprenticeship programs in the construction trades. Based on responses from 260 programs nationwide, the report presents information about program size, services offered, populations served, funding sources, and successes and challenges in placing trainees in apprenticeships or jobs. The impetus for the project was a desire to explore the capacity of the workforce system to prepare individuals--particularly low-income and minority job seekers--for jobs in the construction industry. It is hoped that the report will contribute to discussions about the need for investment in skills training and about ways to ensure that apprenticeships and construction-related jobs are open to more low-income, minority and women candidates. Following an introduction, the paper begins with a brief overview of the survey strategy, the response, and summary statistics on characteristics of the respondent pool. Within this section is reported the number and types of organizations that responded to the survey. Following this is a description of the number and characteristics of participants with whom pre-apprenticeship programs report working. It then describes the range of service programs report providing, including both training and non-training services. Next is described the construction industry segments that respondents target and discuss respondents' budgets and funding sources. Finally, the paper ends with a brief set of conclusions and some notes regarding opportunities for further research. Appendix A presents a list of project advisers and individuals consulted. Appendix B lists related resources on the construction industry. (Contains 21 footnotes.)
State Indicator Report on Fruits and Vegetables, 2009
Author: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DHHS/PHS)
Date: 2009-00-00
Type: Numerical/Quantitative Data
Subjects: Food,Nutrition,Health Behavior,Public Policy,Statistical Data,Adults,Adolescents,Retailing,Middle Schools,High Schools,Agriculture

The &quot;State Indicator Report on Fruits and Vegetables, 2009&quot; provides for the first time information on fruit and vegetable (F&amp;V) consumption and policy and environmental support within each state.  Fruits and vegetables, as part of a healthy diet, are important for optimal child growth, weight management, and chronic disease prevention. Supporting increased F&amp;V access, availability, and reduced price are key strategies towards the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) goal of improved F&amp;V consumption and thus improved nutrition among all Americans. National and state-specific information is reported in the &quot;State Indicator Report&quot; for behavioral indicators and policy and environmental indicators. The behavioral indicators are derived from objectives for F&amp;V consumption outlined in &quot;Healthy People 2010&quot;, a framework for the nation's health priorities, and data is from CDC supported health surveillance systems. The policy and environmental indicators are from multiple data sources and measure several aspects of a state's ability to support the consumption of F&amp;V. Each indicator can be measured in most states. Individual states, however, may have information collected through state-wide surveys and/or have policies enacted outside the monitoring period that can augment the data in this report and thus be used to further inform decision makers.
Recommended Community Strategies and Measurements to Prevent Obesity in the United States: Implementation and Measurement Guide
Author: Keener, Dana
Date: 2009-07-00
Type: Guides - Non-Classroom
Subjects: Public Health,Body Weight,Obesity,Risk,Diabetes,Heart Disorders,Chronic Illness,Change Strategies,Disease Control,Health Promotion,Child Health,Food,Selection,Data Collection,Physical Activities

America has a serious weight problem. Two-thirds of adults and nearly one-fifth of children in the United States are overweight, placing them at greater risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic diseases including cancer and arthritis. Furthermore, obesity and its related health problems are placing a major strain on the U.S. health care system. Thus, this manual describes 24 recommended strategies by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to encourage and support healthy eating and active living. In addition, a single measure is provided for each strategy to help communities track their progress over time. The 24 strategies and measures are divided into 6 categories that represent different aspects of the physical and food environments. Three appendices are included: (1) Project Work Groups; (2) Terms Used in This Manual; and (3) Useful Contacts for Data Collection. (Contains 77 resources.)
Partnership for a Nation of Learners: Joining Forces, Creating Value
Author: Kulpinski, Dan
Date: 2009-06-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Partnerships in Education,Museums,Libraries,Broadcast Industry,Community Organizations,Local Issues,Substance Abuse,Public Television,Public Opinion,Attitude Change,Career Awareness,Family (Sociological Unit),Ownership,Death,Expectation,Group Unity,Preservation,Web Sites,Cooperation

This publication presents in-depth profiles of six high-performing partnerships funded by the Partnership for a Nation of Learners (PNL) and short profiles of the remaining grantees. The partnerships illustrate a range of examples of how museums, libraries, public broadcasters, and other vital community organizations can collaborate to address relevant local issues, from raising awareness about substance abuse in Alaska to conserving family heirlooms in Nebraska to helping educate families about childhood asthma in Boston. Many of the communities still feel the residual impact of these grants, because some of these relationships have generated new funding and collaborations. The goal in Partnership for a Nation of Learners was to cultivate the art of partnering. Lessons Learned sections detail many tips and best practices the grantees have provided to illuminate their experiences.
Reducing the High School Dropout Rate. KIDS COUNT Indicator Brief
Author: Shore, Rima
Date: 2009-07-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Dropout Rate,High School Students,Dropout Prevention,High Schools,School Readiness,School Holding Power,Grade 9,Social Influences,At Risk Students,Adults,Student Motivation,Academic Persistence

Researchers use many different methods to calculate the high school dropout rate, and depending on the approach, the numbers can look very different. But, no matter which method is used, the key finding is the same: too many students are leaving school without the knowledge and skills they need to meet the demands of twenty-first century workplaces and communities. By any measure, the problem is particularly pressing in urban school districts, and most strongly affects students of color and males. Thus, this "KIDS COUNT Indicator Brief" outlines five broad strategies for reducing the dropout rate: (1) Adopt a long-term approach that begins with strengthening school readiness; (2) Enhance the holding power of schools, with an intensive focus on ninth grade; (3) Focus on the forces outside of school that contribute to dropping out; (4) Address the needs of those groups at highest risk of dropping out; and (5) Build on the skills and understanding of the adults who affect teens' motivation and ability to stay in school. (Contains 10 online resources.)
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: A Guide to Entry-Level Jobs and Training and Education Opportunities for "Making Connections" Communities
Author: Griffen, Sarah
Date: 2009-03-00
Type: Guides - Non-Classroom
Subjects: Federal Legislation,Money Management,Economic Opportunities,Job Development,Job Training,Neighborhoods,Low Income Groups,Educational Opportunities,Entry Workers,Goal Orientation,Improvement,Economic Climate

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) was signed into law by President Obama on Tuesday, February 17, 2009. It is the broadest and largest funding package in American history. The intent of the statute is to stimulate the economy both through direct spending on a range of programs and to create tax relief. Key to the stimulus is the creation of jobs to employ or reemploy workers. This document focuses on the spending provisions related to the estimated 3.5 million jobs that will be created by the statute, with a particular focus on entry level jobs that will be created, as well as opportunities to provide training and education to residents of "Making Connections" neighborhoods and other low-income communities. A list of other principles guiding the implementation of the ARRA is appended.(Contains 10 footnotes.) [This guide was prepared with the assistance from Judy Herbstman.]
Sustaining Neighborhood Change: The Power of Resident Leadership, Social Networks, and Community Mobilization. Making Connections--An Initiative of the Annie E. Casey Foundation
Author: Ahsan, Nilofer
Date: 2008-00-00
Type: Guides - Non-Classroom
Subjects: Neighborhoods,Disadvantaged,Urban Areas,Rural Areas,Change Strategies,Community Organizations,Social Networks,Community Action,Community Characteristics,Community Support,Local Issues,Family Income,Well Being,Leadership,Technical Assistance

Poverty and unemployment aren't spread evenly across cities or regions, but rather are concentrated in disinvested urban neighborhoods and rural communities around the country. These communities are home to the nation's most vulnerable children and families. Despite some signs of improvement in economic conditions for families in the United States, persistent and widening gaps in income, employment, assets, and school success exist. Many families remain cut off from the opportunities and supports they need to succeed as parents and in the workforce. &quot;Making Connections&quot;, an initiative of the Casey Foundation, works to improve the lives and prospects of families and children living in some of America's toughest neighborhoods. &quot;Making Connections&quot; works to increase family income and assets; ensure that young children have what they need to do well in school; and promote strong resident leadership, civic participation, social networks, and community mobilization. &quot;Making Connections&quot; was launched in 1999 in ten sites around the country to put the foundation's ideas to work. This guide is one of four that the Foundation's Technical Assistance Resource Center has prepared that reflect what they have learned from this initiative and the amazing people who have led it. They offer the guides in the hope that people might find something useful and inspiring that will encourage them join them and will aid their own efforts. &quot;Sustaining Neighborhood Change: The Power of Resident Leadership, Social Networks, and Community Mobilization&quot; is designed to help individuals--neighborhood residents, service agencies, community organizations, local foundations, nonprofit groups, and policymakers--make the most of their investments of time and resources in the work of &quot;Making Connections&quot;. This guide documents some of the research, lessons, and best practices from their unfolding work in &quot;Making Connections&quot; neighborhoods. Technical Assistance Resources Available to Sites is appended. (Contains 3 footnotes.)