ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Design of Guidelines on the Learning Psychology in the Use of Facebook as a Medium for Teaching &amp; Learning in Secondary School
Author: Noh, Nurulrabihah Mat
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Psychology,Secondary Education,Social Networks,Web Sites,Teaching Methods,Educational Quality,Guidelines,Instructional Design,Delphi Technique,Educational Technology,Constructivism (Learning),Learning Theories,Data Analysis,Statistical Analysis

Use of Facebook in education is an innovation that is very suitable for getting the benefits of ICT to improve the quality of learning in Malaysia. Although Facebook is much applied in the teaching and learning process, no guidelines exist in Malaysia as a reference for teachers to develop teaching and learning effectively with Facebook. This study is aimed at developing a design for guidelines on the learning psychology in the use of Facebook as a medium for teaching and learning in secondary school. This research is a quantitative study using the Fuzzy Delphi Method. A design for guidelines on the learning psychology in using Facebook as a medium for teaching and learning has been developed to serve as a guide for teachers so that their teaching and learning on Facebook can become more attractive and effective.
Factors Contributing Pre-School Trainees Teachers Adoption of Virtual Learning Environment: Malaysian Evidence
Author: Mamat, Ibrahim
Date: 2015-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Technology,Virtual Classrooms,Structural Equation Models,Online Courses,Elementary Secondary Education,Instructional Effectiveness,Teaching Methods,Technology Integration,Technology Uses in Education,Surveys,Preservice Teachers,Student Teacher Attitudes,Questionnaires,Intention

Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) has become the main mechanism in supporting on-line education either in primary or secondary school. Although VLE efforts are considered to be a significant corporate investment, many surveys indicate high drop-out rates or failures. This research uses an integrated model in order to assessing the influence of IS-oriented, psychological and behavioral factors on instructors' adoption of virtual learning systems. Survey data collected from 76 pre-school teachers were analyzed using structural equation modeling to examine the theoretical model. The research results show that, perceived ease of use and compatibility increase pre-school teachers intention to use virtual learning systems; however, perceived ease of use is the most important factor affecting on intention and actual use of the system (adoption).
The Pedagogy of Flipped Instruction in Oman
Author: Lane-Kelso, Mary
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Blended Learning,Educational Technology,Homework,Video Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Teaching Methods,Foreign Countries,Qualitative Research,Student Surveys,Observation,Focus Groups,Reflection,Secondary School Teachers,High Schools,Elementary School Teachers,Internet,Handheld Devices,Laptop Computers,Surveys

&quot;Flipping the classroom&quot;, or reverse instruction has been hailed the new pedagogical approach for preparing students for the 21st century. The idea behind this method is relatively simple. Instead of structuring class work to deliver direct instruction from the teacher in class and giving homework to students to practice outside of class, the sequence is reversed, or &quot;flipped&quot; to provide content instruction as homework and practice or application in the classroom. This paper focuses on the pedagogy of flipped instruction and the experiences of the flipping method with graduate students in Oman. The paper concludes with thoughts about the intrinsic value of flipped instruction within traditional educational systems.
A Replication Study on the Multi-Dimensionality of Online Social Presence
Author: Mykota, David B.
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Multidimensional Scaling,Questionnaires,Computer Mediated Communication,Interaction,Instructional Effectiveness,Online Courses,Social Networks,Special Education,Likert Scales,Performance Factors,Item Analysis,Factor Structure,Factor Analysis,College Students,Foreign Countries

The purpose of the present study is to conduct an external replication into the multi-dimensionality of social presence as measured by the Computer-Mediated Communication Questionnaire (Tu, 2005). Online social presence is one of the more important constructs for determining the level of interaction and effectiveness of learning in an online environment. This study is unique as it provides the opportunity to replicate previous research on the dimensionality of the instrument and offers insight as to the nature of social presence among students enrolled in higher education postgraduate online courses.
iPad Use and Student Engagement in the Classroom
Author: Mango, Oraib
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Educational Technology,Handheld Devices,Technology Uses in Education,Learner Engagement,Second Language Instruction,College Students,Likert Scales,Questionnaires,Active Learning,Teaching Methods,Semitic Languages,Student Attitudes,Instructional Effectiveness

iPads and handheld digital devices have been securing their place in educational institutions surrounded by debates between advocates and skeptics. In light of not enough evidence supporting the use of iPads in education, this study examined the ways that college students in two foreign language classrooms perceived the influence of the use of iPads on their learning and engagement with classroom activities. The participants, students enrolled in two foreign language classrooms at a college in the Southwest of the US, responded to a 5-point Likert type questionnaire. The data analysis and results showed that students believed that the iPads played a significant role in their learning engagement thus promoting active learning in the classroom and paving way for student success.
Evaluation of a Digital Story Pedagogical Module for the Indigenous Learners Using the Stake Countenance Model
Author: Thanabalan, T. Vanitha
Date: 2015-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Literacy Education,Teaching Methods,Indigenous Populations,Life Style,Foreign Countries,Student Attitudes,Teacher Attitudes,Models,Educational Needs,Schemata (Cognition),Reading Comprehension,Elementary School Students,English (Second Language),Second Language Learning,Second Language Instruction,Familiarity,Culturally Relevant Education,Prior Learning

This study involved the development of a literacy pedagogy for the indigenous people in Malaysia. The Developmental Research Approach was used where insights about the indigenous people and their lifestyle were gathered and analysed for content in developing a literacy pedagogical module. Several principles emerged from the data collected and these principles formed the basis for the module. The module encompassing a digital story was implemented in two schools for indigenous students situated in Peninsular Malaysia. The Stake Countenance model was used to analyse and conclude the evaluation of the module. Both teachers and students who participated in the module implementation were directly involved in the evaluation process. Findings showed that there was strong engagement between the Indigenous students and the lessons in the module. The teachers found that the module was able to respond to the needs of the indigenous students. This paper will discuss the evaluation process in detail and present the findings with reference to educational needs of the indigenous students in the country as a whole.
Technology Facilitated PBL Pedagogy and Its Impact on Nursing Students' Academic Achievement and Critical Thinking Dispositions
Author: Yu, Wei-Chieh Wayne
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Problem Based Learning,Critical Thinking,Attitude Change,Pretests Posttests,Longitudinal Studies,Metacognition,Learning Motivation,Blended Learning,Comparative Analysis,Academic Achievement,Information Technology,Teaching Methods,Multivariate Analysis,Quasiexperimental Design,Statistical Analysis

The impact of particular learning environments and self-regulation could be a beneficial area for research focus. More specifically, there has not been sufficient attention given to the role played by disposition or &quot;will&quot; in facilitating self-regulation to be successful. A student can possess the skills or ability to think critically but lack the will or motivation to use those skills. This quasi-experimental study investigated traditional lecture instruction, PBL, and blended problem-based learning (B-PBL) on students' academic achievement and critical thinking dispositions. The results were compared. The findings revealed that the use of a blended problem based learning strategies had a positive impact on student achievement. However, no significance was found among the groups in critical thinking dispositions for categorical variables at both the pretest and posttest, indicating the need for long-term exposure to B-PBL environments before results could reveal significant changes in attitude towards the usage of critical thinking skills. Recommendations included conducting a longitudinal study and a qualitative study, and further studies be conducted within different disciplines and with different class levels regarding different combinations of using ICT and PBL.
EFL Learners' Attitudes towards Using Computers as a Learning Tool in Language Learning
Author: Kitchakarn, Orachorn
Date: 2015-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Undergraduate Students,Student Attitudes,Gender Differences,Computer Literacy,Self Efficacy,Questionnaires,Statistical Analysis,Public Schools,Institutional Characteristics,Experience,Computer Uses in Education,Teaching Methods

The study was conducted to investigate attitudes toward using computers as a learning tool among undergraduate students in a private university. In this regards, some variables which might be potential antecedents of attitudes toward computer including gender, experience of using computers and perceived abilities in using programs were examined. Data was collected from 192 undergraduate students enrolled in two fundamental English courses (EN012 &amp; EN 013). The instrument in this study was a questionnaire. The findings revealed that students had positive attitudes towards using computers as a learning tool. The factors of gender and experience of using computers were not found to affect students' attitudes while the factor of perceived abilities in using programs had an effect on their attitudes.
Attitudes of Students and Teachers towards the Use of Interactive Whiteboards in Elementary and Secondary School Classrooms
Author: Balta, Nuri
Date: 2015-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Interactive Video,Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Foreign Countries,Bulletin Boards,Surveys,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Grade 6,Grade 7,Grade 8,Grade 9,Grade 10,Grade 11,Grade 12,Gender Differences,Age Differences,High School Students,Middle School Students,Secondary School Teachers,Middle School Teachers,Elementary School Teachers,Elementary School Students,Access to Computers,Regression (Statistics)

Recently much have been invested in the interactive whiteboard educational technology in Turkey. The government is still wishful to spread it to schools of all levels. This study tries to understand teachers' and students' attitudes toward interactive whiteboard technology along with differences in attitudes resulting from some demographic factors. Two parallel surveys consisting of 25 items were applied to 255 students and 23 teachers from three private schools. Students from sixth to twelfth grades and teachers from 15 different branches participated in this research study. The results indicate that interactive whiteboards are highly rated by both teachers and students. Students mostly prefer the usage of interactive whiteboards in math courses, and their attitudes differ across their genders and school levels. As students get elder, their positive attitudes toward interactive whiteboard technology decrease, and it has been found out that there is no difference between teachers' and students' attitudes. This study includes some implications for policy makers, educator and researchers.
Using Mobile-Assisted Exercises to Support Students' Vocabulary Skill Development
Author: Suwantarathip, Ornprapat
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Educational Technology,Teaching Methods,Technology Uses in Education,Vocabulary Development,English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,College Students,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Comparative Analysis,Conventional Instruction,Pretests Posttests,Questionnaires,Student Attitudes,Behavior Theories,Likert Scales,Foreign Countries

The use of mobile phones for learning has become well-known and is widely adopted in many language classes. The use of SMS for transmitting short messages is a fast way of helping students to learn vocabulary. To address this issue, this study was conducted to examine the effects of mobile-assisted vocabulary exercises on vocabulary acquisition of first-year students. Eighty students from two sections enrolled in a fundamental English course participated in the study. Each section consisted of 40 students. One of the groups was chosen as the experimental group, and the other as the control group. All students received the same amount of new words and dictation in class. Then only the students in the experimental group did vocabulary exercises on mobile phones via SMS. Those in the control group received paper-based exercises to be done in class. The instruments were pre-and post-vocabulary tests and a questionnaire surveying the students' attitudes toward mobile-assisted exercises. The findings revealed that vocabulary knowledge of students in the experimental group outperformed the control group. They used and learned target vocabulary better than those in the control group. Mobile-assisted vocabulary exercises had a significant effect on vocabulary ability of the students. The results of the questionnaire also illustrated their positive attitudes toward doing mobile-assisted exercises as a whole. It can be concluded that using mobile phones as a learning tool contributes to the success of students meanwhile increases their learning motivation.
The Effects of &quot;Live Virtual Classroom&quot; on Students' Achievement and Students' Opinions about &quot;Live Virtual Classroom&quot; at Distance Education
Author: Yilmaz, Ozgur
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Virtual Classrooms,Synchronous Communication,Investigations,Physics,Distance Education,Student Attitudes,Opinions,Academic Achievement,Interviews,Undergraduate Students,Scores,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Comparative Analysis,Teaching Methods,Instructional Effectiveness,Foreign Countries

This study was performed to investigate the effects of live virtual classroom on students' achievement and to determine students' opinions about the live virtual physics classroom at distance learning. 63 second-year Distance Computer Education &amp; Instructional Technology students enrolled in this study. At the live virtual physics classroom, the instructor presented physics lessons. Midterm, final and make-up scores were examined after the LOC instruction. Students who are LOCFF (n = 32), joined over 50% percent and they had significantly higher scores than students who are LOCFR (n = 31), joined below 50% percent to the lessons. According to t-test result, LOCFF group more successfully than LOCFR group (p = 0.006*). In addition, the interviews carried out with students to determine students' opinions about the live virtual physics classroom and the results were evaluated, classified and discussed several essential considerations about virtual classrooms.
Personalization of Student in Course Management Systems on the Basis Using Method of Data Mining
Author: Magdin, Martin
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Management Systems,Information Technology,Electronic Learning,Cognitive Style,Learning Processes,Prediction,Animation,Questionnaires,Case Studies,Student Characteristics,Computer Science Education,Models,Teaching Methods,Data Analysis,College Students

Individualization of learning through ICT [Information and Communication Technology] allows to students not only the possibility choose the time and place to study, but especially pace adoption of new knowledge on the basis of preferred learning styles. Analysis of learning processes should give the answer to difficult questions from pedagogical and psychological theory and practice. Count of scientific studies that should represent the results of systematic and long-term oriented studies in this area is still few. With the Learning styles and possibilities of their application in the context of e-learning addresses many experts. These experts predict that student should know, which learning style is best for him, or predict that alone student knows when is the right time to try it differently. For determination of learning styles and personalization of student in Course Management System are used various techniques. In the paper we present the use of non-standard of techniques of data mining--data mining based on the use of interactive animations in e-learning courses. With this method of data mining we can get a complete overview of the activities of the student and on the basis of the definition of so-called social rules we know adjust to educational content.
Cognitive Awareness Prototype Development on User Interface Design
Author: Rosli, D'oria Islamiah
Date: 2015-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Manufacturing,Industry,Information Technology,Engineering,Cognitive Processes,Occupational Safety and Health,Accidents,Work Environment,Specialists,Information Systems,Computer System Design,Evaluation Criteria,Feedback (Response),Guidelines,Perception,Comprehension

Human error is a crucial problem in manufacturing industries. Due to the misinterpretation of information on interface system design, accidents or death may occur at workplace. Lack of human cognition criteria in interface system design is also one of the contributions to the failure in using the system effectively. Therefore, this paper describes stages of evaluation process on powder handling system prototype. In the study, the prototype was evaluated based on cognitive awareness criteria for interface system design: perception, comprehension, and projection. Five experts with more than five years of experience from engineering and information technology fields were involved in the evaluation process. Results in this study are essential to the researcher in order to improve powder handling system prototype. It is hoped that mapping up the cognitive awareness criteria in interface system design will help users to make better decisions while handling the system at the workplace.
Physical Education Teachers' Subjective Theories about Integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into Physical Education
Author: Kretschmann, Rolf
Date: 2015-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Physical Education,Physical Education Teachers,Teacher Attitudes,Technology Integration,Questionnaires,Secondary School Teachers,Measures (Individuals),Educational Technology,Information Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Theories,Secondary School Students,Teaching Methods,Computer Literacy,Classroom Techniques,Interpersonal Competence,Gender Differences,Statistical Analysis,Access to Computers,Ownership,Teaching Experience,Computers,Preservice Teachers,Focus Groups,Semi Structured Interviews,Foreign Countries

As well as other school subjects, physical education (PE) is emerging in terms of integrating information and communication technology (ICT) into regular classes. Such innovative teaching practices that implement ICT in PE involve diverse parties that are affected by these teaching processes. Students, principals, districts, parents, administrators, policy makers, and last but least the PE teachers themselves are involved. Hence, each participating party has its own personal perceptions and attitudes towards ICT and PE. This study examined the subjective theories of PE teachers about integrating ICT into PE. PE teachers' subjective theories that feature the following areas were covered: 1) student, 2) teaching, 3) teacher, 4) equipment, 5) computer literacy, 6) classroom management and organization, 7) social interaction, and 8) innovative and modern teaching. Within the framework of the research program &quot;subjective theories&quot; (RPST), PE teachers' subjective theories were modeled into a questionnaire after being extracted from an expert group discussion. A total of 57 in-service secondary school PE teachers were surveyed using the developed instrument. The data was analyzed using standard statistical procedures. The analysis focused on the subjective theories themselves and their relation to gender, computer literacy, household computer ownership, and professional experience (years in service).
A Defining Moment in E-Working: The Application of an E-Working Definition to the Education Context
Author: Beadle, Hazel
Date: 2015-04-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teleworking,Computer Use,Questionnaires,School Personnel,Qualitative Research,Computer Mediated Communication,Social Networks,Electronic Publishing,Web Sites,Information Technology,Computer Literacy

Using qualitative data gathered through 144 questionnaires completed online by education sector personnel, this paper examines the relevance of a definition of e-working to the educational context. It identifies that the definition, which draws on and extends existing knowledge and identifies e-working to be a way of being a worker as well as a way or a mechanism for carrying out the work task, has clear potential to be applied within the education sector. The paper identifies that it is not the composite elements of the definition which may appear alien to the worker in the educational context, but instead inference drawn from the way in which the e-working term has hitherto been regarded.