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Foreword [To Volume 6 Of Sie Student Journal], Monisha Bajaj
Foreword [To Volume 6 Of Sie Student Journal], Monisha Bajaj
School of Education Faculty Research
No abstract provided.
Exploring The Use Of Social Bookmarking Technology In Education: An Analysis Of Students’ Experiences Using A Course-Specific Delicious.Com Account, Tricia M. Farwell, Richard D. Waters
Exploring The Use Of Social Bookmarking Technology In Education: An Analysis Of Students’ Experiences Using A Course-Specific Delicious.Com Account, Tricia M. Farwell, Richard D. Waters
Public and Nonprofit Administration
With more than 4.6 million people, mostly undergraduates, enrolling in at least one online course in fall of 2008, students are showing that they are comfortable with the concept of technology in education. Many students in online classes, however still have to deal with the high cost of textbooks and supplemental materials. Online technologies, however, can provide other alternatives to costly coursepacks and textbooks. Faculty and students may be able to replace or supplement coursepacks and textbooks with social bookmarking sites. This study shows how social bookmarking, specifically Delicious.com, can be used in a course to provide an inexpensive answer …
Reflections Of A Novice Sports Science Lecturer: Perceptions Of The Challenges And Sources Of Support, Gerwyn Hughes
Reflections Of A Novice Sports Science Lecturer: Perceptions Of The Challenges And Sources Of Support, Gerwyn Hughes
Kinesiology (Formerly Exercise and Sport Science)
The aim of this article is to highlight perceptions of the main demands and challenges placed on a novice sports science university lecturer and consider sources of support available to assist a novice lecturer during the early stages of their career. A lecturer is typically required to perform the roles of administrator, teacher, personal tutor, researcher and consultant. Discussion is given to the specific challenges a novice lecturer is likely to face within each of these roles and possible ways to overcome these challenges. Finally, a number of sources of support are identified to ensure a novice lecturer maintains the …
Talent Abounds: Profiles Of Master Teachers And Peak Performers By Robert F. Arnove [Book Review], Monisha Bajaj
Talent Abounds: Profiles Of Master Teachers And Peak Performers By Robert F. Arnove [Book Review], Monisha Bajaj
School of Education Faculty Research
No abstract provided.
Inter-Generational Perspectives On Education And Employment In The Zambian Copperbelt, Monisha Bajaj
Inter-Generational Perspectives On Education And Employment In The Zambian Copperbelt, Monisha Bajaj
School of Education Faculty Research
This paper explores inter-generational perspectives on the education-employment link as reported by parents, teachers, administrators, and students in and around government secondary schools in Ndola, Zambia. The data presented are drawn from a larger research project conducted in 2003-2004 that included surveys, observations, student diaries, focus groups, and interviews with participants. Data are presented against the backdrop of Zambia's implementation of neoliberal economic policies, beginning in the mid-1980s, which characterized a significant shift from previously subsidized social services to a more market oriented economy. A vertical case study approach (Bartlett & Vavrus 2009) is utilized to elucidate the missing link …
Alone And In Between Cultural And Academic Worlds: Voices Of Samoan Students, Noah E. Borrero, Christine J. Yeh, Patsy Tito, Meryllia Luavasa
Alone And In Between Cultural And Academic Worlds: Voices Of Samoan Students, Noah E. Borrero, Christine J. Yeh, Patsy Tito, Meryllia Luavasa
School of Education Faculty Research
In a collaborative research study with a Samoan community leader and a high school student, the authors explored the academic and cultural identities of 10 Samoan high school students. In-depth qualitative interviews revealed the students' struggles with negotiating cultural and academic identities in the ecological contexts of home, peer, teacher, school, and community. Using grounded theory, the authors described the reciprocal, contradicting, and alienating nature of Samoan and academic identities in the face of negative stereotypes, competing relational obligations, and low expectations. Findings and implications also focused on cultural strengths and values such as unity, giving back to the community, …
Automathic Blocks: Supporting Learning Games For Young Blind Students, Arthur Karshmer
Automathic Blocks: Supporting Learning Games For Young Blind Students, Arthur Karshmer
Business Analytics and Information Systems
The AutOMathic Blocks system has been developed to help young blind students in the acquisition of elementary math skills. Through the use of Braille labeled blocks, a plastic grid, a touchpad device and any computer, the system has been defined to aid the young student in this most important domain of education. Without these basic skills, students have a much higher probability of not being able to enter math related professions.