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Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Penemuan Terbimbing Untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Dan Komunikasi Matematis, Suparsih Suparsih

PYTHAGORAS : Jurnal Matematika dan Pendidikan Matematika

Penelitian ini bertujuan menghasilkan perangkat pembelajaran matematika dengan pendekatan penemuan terbimbing untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis dan komunikasi matematis serta mendeskripsikan kualitas hasil pengembangan perangkat tersebut. Kualitas hasil pengembangan ditentukan berdasarkan pada kriteria dari Nieveen, yaitu valid, praktis, dan efektif. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan. Model pengembangan yang digunakan diadaptasi dari model Dick dan Carey. Adaptasi model Dick dan Carey menghasilkan 3 tahap pengembanan (define, design, dan develop). Subjek uji coba dalam penelitian ini adalah 60 siswa kelas 8 SMP Muhammadiyah 3 Yogyakarta. Instrumen yang digunakan antara lain lembar validasi, lembar penilaian dari guru dan siswa, lembar observasi …

Integrated Work-Based Learning (I-Wbl) Model Development In Light Vehicle Engineering Competency Of Vocational High School, S Suyitno, P. Pardjono

Jurnal Pendidikan Vokasi

This research is to (1) analyze the implementation of new field project; (2) develop conceptual model of WBL integrated to industry; (3) test the validity of WBL integrated; (4) test the effectiveness of integrated WBL. This is educational and development research using randomized pretest-posttest and controlled group design. The population was all vocational school students. The research was conducted from March to December 2016. Data were collected by listing, using observation sheet, interviewing guidline and documenting. Validating was done by some experts. The data were analyzed in descriptive and multivariate Analysis of Variance by SPSS.17. The result shows that (1) …

Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Geometri Sekolah Menengah Pertama Dengan Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah, Muhammad Munir, Ali Mahmudi

Jurnal Riset Pendidikan Matematika

Penelitian ini bertujuan bertujuan untuk menghasilkan produk berupa perangakat pembelajaran geometri SMP dengan pembelajaran berbasis masalah yang valid, praktis dan efektif dilihat dari prestasi belajar. Jenis penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan model Borg & Gall yang mencangkup tiga tahapan utama yaitu: (1) tahap studi pendahuluan, (2) tahap desain produk, dan (3) tahap studi pelaksanaan. Hasil penelitian ini adalah perangkat pembelajaran geometri SMP dengan pembelajaran berbasis masalah yang terdiri atas silabus, RPP, LKS dan Tes Hasil Belajar (THB). Kualitas perangkat pembelajaran yang dikembangkan terdiri dari tiga aspek, yaitu aspek kevalidan, kepraktisan, dan keefektifan. (1) Hasil penilaian aspek kevalidan silabus, RPP, LKS, …

Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Dengan Pendekatan Pbl Berorientasi Pada Penalaran Matematis Dan Rasa Ingin Tahu, Bukhori Bukhori

PYTHAGORAS : Jurnal Matematika dan Pendidikan Matematika

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menghasilkan perangkat pembelajaran matematika dengan pen­dekatan PBL yang berkualitas baik. Perangkat pembelajaran yang dikembangkan terdiri atas Rencana Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran (RPP) dan Lembar Kegiatan Siswa (LKS). Penelitian ini adalah penelitian pengembangan yang menggunakan model pengembangan Borg & Gall. Subjek uji coba penelitian adalah 68 siswa (34 siswa dari kelas VIII G SMPN 2 Garut dan 34 siswa dari kelas VIII G SMPN 6 Garut) dan 4 guru matematika yang berasal dari SMPN 2 Garut dan SMPN 6 Garut. Penelitian ini mengembangkan perangkat pembelajaran matematika dengan pendekatan PBL berupa RPP dan LKS yang valid, praktis, dan efektif. Hasil …

Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Geometri Berbasis Learning Trajectory Berorientasi Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Dan Kreatif Untuk Siswa Sekolah Menengah Pertama, Eka Hedayani

PYTHAGORAS : Jurnal Matematika dan Pendidikan Matematika

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan perangkat pembelajaran geometri berbasis learning trajectory yang berkualitas baik/layak digunakan dalam proses pembelajaran dan mendeskripsikan kualitas hasil pengembangan perangkat pembelajaran tersebut. Kualitas hasil pengembangan diten­tukan berdasarkan pada kriteria dari Nieveen, yaitu valid, praktis dan efektif. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan. Model pengembangan perangkat pembelajaran dalam penelitian ini diadaptasi dari model pengembangan Plomp. Tahap-tahap yang dilakukan meliputi (1) analisis lingkungan terdiri dari analisis kondisi siswa dan analisis kajian literatur; (2) desain dan pengem­bangan produk; (3) penilaian. Uji coba dilaksanakan dalam tiga tahap, yaitu (1) uji coba/validasi ahli; (2) uji coba skala kecil; dan (3) uji coba …

The Impact Of Coaches' Character On Youth Basketball Players, Natasha Hill

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

If utilized effectively, recreation and sports can serve as major tools for developing youth, improving the educational environment, and increasing the number of productive adults that are healthier physically and mentally to positively impact society. Most research targeting recreation and sports developing youth has the perspective primarily of parents and youth. Evaluating the character strengths of coaches and youth athletes who actively participate in team basketball is vital.

An exploration of the value of basketball and character strengths of (n = 64) youth athletes, between the ages of 12 to 16 years, and the impact of their involvement with coaches …

The Role Of Dialect Words In Children’S Social Decisions, Madison Rose Myers-Burg

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Recent research suggests that young children are capable of distinguishing between phonetically dissimilar spoken accents, yet have difficulty distinguishing between phonetically similar accents (Wagner, Clopper, & Pate, 2013). The present study aimed to determine whether the presence of dialect-specific vocabulary enhances young children’s ability to categorize speakers. Participants completed four training trials in which they were familiarized with photos of two children: one of whom used American English labels for test objects and one of whom used British English labels. After training trials, participants completed eight test trials in which they were asked to infer which target child would use …

New Hire Training For Development Employees, Frances Pickles

Instructional Design Capstones Collection

Children’s Cancer Charity employs development staff members in field offices across the country. These new hires require a specialized training for their role within the organization. The existing new hire training consists of a sales training and a week-long training held quarterly at the Executive Office. The current training lacks a foundational understanding of the various fundraising programs that exist at CCC and the training on the soft skills required to be successful in a development role. Two training series were designed to meet the needs of development new hires: Fundraising Program Training and Business Skills Training. The program training …

Developing Identity Among Third Culture Kids, Amy Carol Rustine

Honors College Theses

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore experiences that influence the identity development among Third Culture Kids (TCKs). TCKs in this study are individuals that spend part of their developmental years in a county other than the parents’ home country requiring travel overseas. Participants in the research were adults ranging in age from 19-22 attending college in the United States. Data was collected through individual interviews. Themes emerged after developing codes and analyzing the transcripts with codes. Emerging themes reveal TCK’s tremendous struggle within awareness of difference, struggle to fit in and struggle to belong. Teachers and peers …

Law School News Tim Baxter '83 Elected Chair Of Rwu Board Of Trustees 10/29/2018, Edward Fitzpartick

Life of the Law School (1993- )

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Developing And Implementing A Community-Level Para-Swimming Program, Mariett Teixeira Matias, Milena M. Parent

International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education

The purpose of this study was to examine the basic conditions required to implement a para-swimming program at the community level. This was undertaken using a qualitative benchmarking approach based on documents/literature and semi-structured interviews with representatives from 13 countries as well as from the International Paralympic Committee’s Agitos Foundation. Results indicate that successful community-level para-swimming programs should focus on promoting the inclusion of para-swimmers in swimming clubs, with integration being a step towards inclusion. The basic conditions needed to do so include facilities and logistics, financial, and human resource needs. Findings also highlight the importance of the local context …

Designing A Social Architecture For Personal Leadership In The 21st Century: The Autonomous Realization Tetrad (Art), Bobby Ricketts

Critical and Creative Thinking Capstones Collection

Rather than summarizing the extent of my learning as a graduate student in the University of Massachusetts Boston Critical and Creative Thinking Master of Arts Program, this work instead illustrates a starting point for how I intend to apply my learning moving forward. Various characteristics in the writing do, however, reflect influences from all CCT courses taken. Primarily using personal narrative, I discuss various personal and professional experiences which have inspired self-developed creative methodologies. The methodologies, and learning derived from using them, are folded into an inquiry regarding Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Design Thinking, Mastery, and Flow. Inspired by these …

The Role And Effectiveness Of The Haitian Diaspora In The Development Of Haiti, Keveny Rosier

Boise State University Theses and Dissertations

It has been over a century since Haiti proclaimed its independence from France, but the nation still struggles to find a way to sustain its development. From an authoritarian governmental system to democracy, Haiti is widely known to be the poorest country in the Western hemisphere. As globalization opens doors for new opportunities, skilled Haitian professionals as well as professionals from other developing countries take advantage of those opportunities. However, the politics of repression of the Duvaliers (Papa Doc and Baby Doc) (1957-1986) and the failure of Haitian governments during the last three decades have encouraged not only the departure …

Research Vs. Reality How School Districts Meet The Developmental Needs Of School Principals, Catina Bullard-Clark

Educational Foundations & Leadership Theses & Dissertations

This study examined the shared experiences of elementary principals on the professional development provided to them from their district. The study population consisted of 16 elementary school principals in a district in a state in the mid-Atlantic region. A general qualitative methods approach that was informed by phenomenology was followed. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews and a focus group with the participants and was then organized into themes to answer the following research questions: (1) What approaches to development are being implemented to support elementary principals in a district in a state in the Mid-Atlantic region? (2) Which methods …

Human Resource Management Practices For Public School Principals: Recruitment, Selection, And Development, David E. Atherton

CUP Ed.D. Dissertations

Increasing complexities of educational contexts intensify the importance of hiring effective principals and using systematic support to shift from manager to instructional leader. Using a systematic framework of support is responsive and adaptive to contextual and personnel variables affecting principal human resource management (HRM). It was not known what HRM practices districts used to recruit, select, and develop principals in Oregon public school districts. Using a qualitative methodology, a descriptive case study surveyed (using Farr’s, 2004 and Van de Water’s, 1987 instruments) and interviewed (using Hensley, Kracht, & Strange’s, 2013 interview protocol) district administrators, triangulating with document analysis of 2016‒17 …

An Experiential Approach To Mentoring Academic Leaders: Review, Practice, Report, Julie A. Ray, Victor R. Wilburn, Melissa Odegard-Koester, Jeremy Ball

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

This session presents a leadership development program where new department chairs discuss best practices and realistic challenges with seasoned chairs, helping all to improve their leadership skills through a supportive group process. The program includes a summer book study, monthly meetings, a department chair handbook, and leadership resources.

Teaching Foreign Language Based On Information And Communication Technology, Sh Akromov

Central Asian Journal of Education

In this article was analyzed problem of teaching a foreign language based on information and communication technology. The context of informatization of the education system is actively and successfully used information and communication technologies in teaching foreign languages, which can significantly improve the effectiveness of this process.

Teaching Foreign Language Based On Information And Communication Technology, Sh R. Akromov

Central Asian Journal of Education

In this article was analyzed problem of teaching a foreign language based on information and communication technology. The context of informatization of the education system is actively and successfully used information and communication technologies in teaching foreign languages, which can significantly improve the effectiveness of this process.

Teaching Foreign Language Based On Information And Communication Technology, Sh Akromov

Central Asian Journal of Education

In this article was analyzed problem of teaching a foreign language based on information and communication technology. The context of informatization of the education system is actively and successfully used information and communication technologies in teaching foreign languages, which can significantly improve the effectiveness of this process.

An Investigation Into Learning And Development Associated With Embodied Mindfulness, Kristen Picard

Educational Studies Dissertations

The intention of this study was to increase understanding of how Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teachers cultivate embodied mindfulness. Recent publications reveal that embodied mindfulness is an essential competency for teaching mindfulness-based interventions. However, there is a gap in the literature related to how MBSR teachers learn or develop this competency. A qualitative phenomenological study influenced by a constructivist paradigm was designed to uncover the essence of MBSR teachers’ experiences of learning and developing embodied mindfulness. The participants were 10 MBSR teachers, defined as adults who received the designation of Qualified or Certified MBSR Teachers from the University of Massachusetts …

The Relationship Between Leadership Qualities And Group Collaboration In Third-Grade Students., Vanessa Hernandez

Education Undergraduate Research

Leadership in any area of vocation is widely recognized as a vital component of success. Coupled with this is the ability to work collaboratively with other individuals. This study focused on leadership qualities, mainly emotional intelligence, in third-grade students and whether those qualities affected their level of collaboration. The specific leadership qualities observed for this study were narrowed down to emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skill) along with cognitive intelligence and confidence (Goleman, 2004). This exploratory mixed-method required the participants (23 third-grade students) to interact with their peers in a small group setting, with the goal of …

Are Urban Development And Densification Patterns Aligned With Infrastructure Funding Allocation? Examining Data From Melbourne 1999-2015, Nicole T. Cook, Ilan Wiesel, Fanqi Liu

Faculty of Social Sciences - Papers (Archive)

Densification of cities and suburbs is a contentious issue for many communities in lower-density settings. Local opposition to densification is often premised on concerns about the inadequacy of existing infrastructure to support growing populations and is strongest and most successful in wealthier neighbourhoods. While the urban consolidation agenda in cities such as Melbourne and Sydney is justified in policy contexts as a strategy to improve utilisation of existing infrastructure in built up areas, densification over time also produces new demand for services. Whether or not densification drives new infrastructure spending is therefore an important question in the governance of social …

Arts And Culture. Input Paper For The Horizon Scanning Project "The Effective And Ethical Development Of Artificial Intelligence: An Opportunity To Improve Our Wellbeing", Thomas Birtchnell

Faculty of Social Sciences - Papers (Archive)

Automating the Arts: Artificial Intelligence in Australia and New Zealand's Creative Industries

Mind The Gap: Mapping Skills In Higher Education Project Summary, Melody Viczko Dr, Shannon Mckechnie, Natasja Van Buggenhout, J. Eduardo Álvarez Barrios

Education Publications

The call for reform in higher education has been a focus of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) for over a decade. This call for reform is driven by a stated “skills gap” between the skills of graduates and the needs of the labour market. Student groups have also voiced their concern about the skills gap and its impact on future employment.

Exploring The Role Of Schema Development And Its Impact Within The Digital Vocabulary Application Quizlet, Jana M. Tolleson

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this action research study was to ascertain the possible impact of using schema development strategies and the digital application Quizlet on student learning perspectives and achievement in a mid-level social studies classroom. U.S. schools are highly influenced by state standardized testing based on standards-driven curriculum that reinforces basic recall and recognition. School curriculum should be focused on higherlevel thinking skills such as critical thinking, social negotiation, and self-directed learning. The identified problem of practice of this study explored and described the use of technology at a basic level. Students are exploiting technology by copying and pasting information …

Employability In A Global Context: Evolving Policy And Practice In Employability, Work Integrated Learning, And Career Development Learning, Martin Smith, Kenton Bell, Dawn Bennett, Alan Mcalpine

Faculty of Social Sciences - Papers (Archive)

This research project was activated to explore trends emerging in the intersecting domains of employability, work-integrated learning, and career development learning. In late 2015, researchers, academics, and career practitioners from Australia, the United Kingdom and Canada gathered to attend an Employability Masterclass at the University of Wollongong. Attendees explored questions around employability in vocationally specific and non-vocationally specific degrees. The language and conversations highlighted the influence of global contexts on strategies and practices in transnational settings-specifically, how employability is defined and supported across the breadth of university activity.

Connecting And Collaborating Across Oceania And Its Diaspora: A Shared Approach To Meaningful Development And Engagement, Jioji Ravulo

Faculty of Social Sciences - Papers (Archive)

Through this short, critical piece, I, as someone who comes from an Indigenous Pacific heritage, aim to challenge the way in which mainstream society positions societal problems as siloed, isolated from a structural, collective understanding of societal problems generally evident in Indigenous epistemologies. I suggest that by using an anti-oppressive social work practice approach where power imbalances are examined and understood within a wider context, we, as a Pacific community, are better equipped to create strategies and solutions that are inclusive of those traditionally not included in the conversation for change. We need to promote the importance of creating a …

The Chakra System As A Framework For Holistic Educational Development, Michele Dipietro

To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development

As my interests and job duties have shifted toward holistic educational development beyond teaching support, I have sought a conceptual framework to organize my efforts. Joining my identities of educational developer and yogi, I have adapted the chakra system from yoga philosophy. The One Thing in my personal life has become The One Thing in my professional life too, informing programming and pointing out voids to fill. This essay reviews the classic articulation of the chakra system in the seven major chakras and offers examples of how the chakras can illuminate our institutional work, both individually and as an integrated …

Investigating Instructional Practices Of Pre-K Teachers And How It Influences A Child's Readiness For Kindergarten, Dorielle Dixon

All ETDs from UAB

The purpose of this qualitative study was to investigate the significance of how pre-kindergarten teachers implement instruction to prepare children for kindergarten. The study was guided by the research question: What instructional practices are preschool teachers implementing towards the support, preparations, and instruction they are implementing to shape children for kindergarten? This research study sought to answer four sub-questions. First, what do pre-k teachers report as instructions they use to prepare children for kindergarten? Second, how are pre-k teachers implementing their instruction to prepare children for kindergarten? Third, how does the pre-k program prepare the children for the rigor of …

Keeping The Learning Going: Using Mobile Technology To Enhance Learning Transfer, Corinne Brion

Educational Leadership Faculty Publications

Every year billions of dollars are spent on development aid and training around the world. Little attention is paid, however, to the sustainability of the various interventions. Some studies suggest that technology usage can serve as an effective post-learning intervention to enhance the transfer of learning. Currently, there is a limited body of research examining how best to follow up after an educational professional development program in Africa. This qualitative exploratory study sought to address the gap in education development policy by examining three schools in Ghana, West Africa. This study helps increase our understanding of how technology can promote …