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Voices Of Language Lecturers On The Implementation Of Case Method And Project Based Learning, Reli Handayani, Mukhlas Abrar, Friscilla Wulan Tersta, Muhammad Fauzan, Muhammad Sobri

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

Innovative learning can be interpreted as an innovation from conventional learning in terms of facilities, media, and methods. Using a student-oriented approach to innovative learning bas ed on the constructivism paradigm which sees that knowledge is built independently by students through the process of investigation and use of technology. Innovative learning can be realized through several methods such as problem solving (problem-based learning), investigation (discovery learning), research (inquiry learning), and group discussion (project-based learning). Responding to this, the Department of Language and Literature Education (PBS) under the auspices of the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, Jambi University is trying …

Scenario Problem Based Learning On The Critical Thinking Ability Of Vocational High School Students Using The Piagetian Approach, Chendi Pirwanto Putra, Rahmania Sri Untari, Fitria Nur Hasanah, Elma Yunita

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

Students' low critical thinking skills in the learning process can affect the quality and results of student learning. This study aims to determine the influence of students' critical thinking skills by applying problem-based learning scenarios in primary computer and network subjects. This study used the Pre ExperimentalDesign research with the One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The subjects of this study were students of class X TKJ as the experimental group. The data collection technique used in this research is a critical thinking instrument. The data analysis used isa descriptive quantitative analysis using the Paired-Samples T-Test. The results showed that the problem-based …

Scrutinizing Indonesian Students’ Understanding And Perceptions Toward Plagiarism, Lisa Ramadhani Harianti, Ilham Mulya Putra Pradana, Betty Masruroh, Laksono Budiarto, Ravinesh Rohit Prasad

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This study aims at investigating Indonesian students’ understanding of plagiarism practice during their final writing project (thesis and dissertation). Further, it also seeks to know the connection between their understanding and their responses to some situations that required them to discriminate against cases of plagiarism. We used a questionnaire provided by Turnitin. It was distributed to 131 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students from various universities in Malang, Indonesia. The questionnaire was disseminated through Google Forms in the first week of April 2021. The obtained data were analyzed using descriptive analysis. Our data analysis results showed that many of our participants …

The Relationship Between Ethnochemistry Learning Experience And Cognitive Learning Outcomesbased On Gender, Dwi Wahyudiati

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This study analyzes the relationship between ethnochemistry learning experiences and students’ cognitive learning outcomes based on gender perspective. This quantitative study adopted the survey design. The sample of 60 people (40 women and 20 men) was determined through cluster random sampling. An ethnochemistry-based learning experience questionnaire and student cognitive learning outcomes tests were utilized to collect the data. The collected data were then analyzed by multiple regression test with a significance level of .05. The conclusion drawn based on the results were; 1) the cognitive learning outcomes of chemistry students are higher than the ethnochemistry-based learning experience, and 2) there …

The Analysis Of Role Teacher Personality Competence, Curriculum, And School Climate On Islamic Student’S Morals Amid The Covid-19 Pandemic, Ruslan Ruslan, Saparuddin Saparuddin, Muhammad Alqadri Burga

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of teacher personality competencies, the curriculum, and the climate of Islamic boarding school on the morals of students in Sulawesi Selatan district, Indonesia. This type of research is a survey with a quantitative approach. Data collection methods using questionnaires, documentation, and observation. Data analysis using descriptive statistical and inferential statistical analysis techniques. The results showed that the teacher's personal competence, the curriculum, and climate of the Islamic boarding school have a positive and significant effect both partially and simultaneously on the morals of the students.

English Language At Secondary Level In Bangladesh: (Dis)Connections Between Policy And Practice Of Oral Skills, S.M. Akramul Kabir

The Qualitative Report

The development of curriculum, textbooks and assessment is a continuous process for better teaching and learning outcomes. The National Curriculum & Textbook Board (NCTB) revised its secondary curriculum in 2012 for English education considering the 2010 National Education policy. The only textbook for the whole country for secondary level, English for Today has been developed accordingly in 2013 for grades 6 to 10, to help students attain competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This qualitative study is based on semi-structured interviews and content analysis of pertinent policy documents. The semi-structured interview data includes a set of English curriculum policy …

Self-Care, Managing Stress And Faculty Promotion, William Buker, Kim Boyd

Academy Resources

Dr. Buker, Associate Dean and Senior Professor of Counseling, opens the presentation on the topic of self-care – managing stress and anxiety. He discusses common stress-related symptoms, levels of stress, common causes of stress, variables for managing stress, and self-care principles. Dr. Buker encourages listeners to shoot “PAR”, by managing one’s Perspective, Attitude and Response. Dr. Buker then reviews several practical self-care ideas in the following areas: the physical body, thoughts and perspective, emotions, social relationships, and spiritual resources. He then discusses the role cultures play in determining success and significance, encouraging a grace-based relationship orientation over an image-based performance …

Impact Of School Closures And Virtual Instruction On Sixth Grade Reading And Math Achievement Of Student Subgroups, Crystal Michelle Pope

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this quantitative, causal-comparative design study was to determine whether differences existed between the reading and math achievement of sixth grade general education students and students with disabilities who have been identified with a specific learning disability or other health impairment. This study was important because achievement gaps exist between subgroups of students (Farkas et al., 2020). The sample included scores from 144 students in a school division in Southeastern Virginia. The instrument used was the Grade 6 Reading and Math Standards of Learning assessments administered in the spring of 2021. Two one-way ANOVAs were used to compare …

A Framework To Enhance The International Competitive Advantage Of Information Technology Graduates, Gehad Elsharkawy, Engy Yehia, Yehia Helmy

Future Computing and Informatics Journal

The main objective of any educational institution is to provide its students with the best educational knowledge and experience so, they can be employed to meet the labor market demands. Due to the rapidly changing technology industry and the expanding need for information technology (IT) professionals. The mismatch between IT graduates and the needs of the labor market leads to their inability to employ and job misplacement. Therefore, this paper aims to identify the most significant factors affecting IT graduates' employability and their ability to compete in the local, regional, and international labor markets through a detailed literature review and …

Iea International Civic And Citizenship Education Study 2022: Assessment Framework, Wolfram Schulz, Julian Fraillon, Bruno Losito, Gabriella Agrusti, John Ainley, Valeria Damiani, Tim Friedman

Civics and Citizenship Assessment

The International Civic and Citizenship Education Study (ICCS) investigates the preparation of young people to undertake their roles as citizens. It gathers and analyzes data from representative national samples on students’ conceptual knowledge and understanding of civics and citizenship, as well as their attitudes to, and engagement with, aspects of civics and citizenship. ICCS builds on a succession of IEA studies in this field dating back to 1971, and especially since 2009. The 2022 study has been developed to build on previous perspectives on, and monitor changes in, such enduring issues as: levels of civic knowledge and understanding; patterns of …

Guide To The Dr. Owen B. Kiernan Collection, 1934-2010, Undated, Noah Smith, Orson Kingsley

Archives & Special Collections Finding Aids

Owen Kiernan was born on March 9, 1914, in Randolph, Massachusetts. Kiernan graduated from Bridgewater State University in 1935 (known then as Bridgewater State Teachers College) and went on to get his masters at Boston University and his Doctorate at Harvard. Kiernan participated in baseball and basketball while at Bridgewater State and was inducted into the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 1989. After graduating from Bridgewater State in 1935, Kiernan kept a strong connection to the school for the rest of his life.

Kiernan became the Massachusetts Commissioner of Education in 1957. He would stay in that role until …

Curricular And Cocurricular Use Of Social Media To Transform Learning Outcomes In Higher Education, Riley Justis, Amy Mcginnis, Rachel Esterline Perkins, Eric L. Buschlen

Journal of Contemporary Research in Education

No abstract provided.

Taking A State Conference Virtual, With The Result Being Record Attendance, Joni Meade

Journal of Contemporary Research in Education

No abstract provided.

2022-2023 Profile, Morehead State University. Institutional Research & Analysis.

Office of Institutional Research & Analysis Publication Archive

2022-2023 issue of the Profile Website.

The Relational Exchange Model For Academic Partnerships (Remap): A Transition From Transactional To Transformational Relationships Between Pk-12 School Districts And Institutions Of Higher Education, Kaleb G. Patrick Ed.D., Gregg Dionne Ph.D.

Journal of Contemporary Research in Education

Education is in an incredible time of transition. Even prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was mounting importance on the need for professional development to meet the ever-increasing demands of students, families, and communities along with ongoing accountability and improvement measures. This increased need of professional development for educators in PK-12 school districts has only accelerated in the wake of COVID-19. Considering this need, a new model for sustainable, mutually beneficial, relationships between PK-12 school districts and Institutions of Higher Education (IHE) is critical. A movement from the currently existing, singularly beneficial, transactional finite relationships to a sustained, mutually beneficial, …

Annual Report Fy 2023, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Sponsored Programs Full Annual Reports

It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we present the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) Annual Report for fiscal year 2023. As we reflect on the past year, we are honored to share the remarkable strides our institution has made in advancing our mission of excellence in education, research, and community engagement. This report serves as a testament to the dedication and collaborative spirit that define our university, as well as the profound impact of the grants and funding we have received from federal, state, and local government agencies and private foundations. Within these pages, you will discover the …

The Purpose Of And Factors In Interim Assessments In Grades 3-8, Joseph J. Mastracci

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

This study specifically sought to examine district test coordinators' perspectives on the purpose(s) of interim assessments within a district's assessment agenda and to identify factors the district test coordinators consider when selecting district-required interim assessments. Interim assessments are part of many local school districts' strategies to monitor and measure student academic performance before the end-of-year summative assessment. The research method for this case study incorporated a non-experimental, descriptive, mixed-methods design to identify the degree to which West Virginia's school district test coordinators perceive interim assessments to function as effective instructional, evaluative, and/or predictive tools. The study additionally investigated potential factors …

Marketing Analytics And Insights Master's Degree Annual Program Outcomes Assessments, 2022-23, Raj Soin College Of Business, Wright State University

Annual Program Outcomes Assessments - All

This report reviews Wright State University's Marketing Analytics and Insights Master's Degree program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Balancing The Benefits And Risks Of Ai Large Language Models In K12 Public Schools, Jesse Senechal, Eric Ekholm, Samaher Aljudaibi, Mary Strawderman, Chris Parthemos

MERC Publications

With artificial intelligence (AI) models rapidly emerging, the potential implications for K12 education are imminent. To illuminate the potential impacts on public schools, this MERC research brief answers the following questions: 1) What is AI? What are AI large language models? How do they work?, 2) What are the implications of large language models for teaching and learning?, 3) What are the main concerns with the use of AI large language models? What are the concerns for use within public schools?, 4) What are the considerations for school district policy on AI large language models?, and 5) What are the …

"The Positive Impacts Of A Professional Learning Community Model On Student Achievement In Small Schools", Christy Mariani-Petroze Dr.

Journal of Catholic Education Pre-Prints

This study explores the impact of professional learning communities on student achievement in a small school setting. Aaron Hansen’s book, How to Develop PLCs for Singletons and Small Schools, offered a guide for arranging vertical, grade-level teams with one teacher per grade level at one private, K-8 school. The faculty engaged in high quality, effective professional development using PLC objectives and norms to analyze NWEA MAP data. They adapted instructional practices and implemented formative assessments to influence student growth in math and reading scores. Results indicate that the PLC training that took place between the Fall and Winter MAP testing …

Pursuing Campus Collaboration That Works: Assessing The Impact Of Relational Leadership And Work Engagement On Relational Coordination Between Student Affairs And Academic Affairs In Christian Higher Education, Mark Muha

Growth: The Journal of the Association for Christians in Student Development

Collaboration between student affairs and academic affairs departments has long been a focus of organizational development but is inconsistent at best. This quantitative study of student affairs professionals (n = 256) within the Christian higher education context examined the role that experience of relational leadership and a worker’s level of work engagement have on a student affairs professional’s experience of relational coordination with the academic affairs departments within their organization. The study used three validated surveys and subsequent regression analysis to measure relational leadership, work engagement, and relational coordination to identify the predictive relationship between the variables as well …

Electrical And Computer Engineering Technology Baccalaureate Degree Annual Program Outcomes Assessments, 2022-23, College Of Engineering And Computer Science, Wright State University

Annual Program Outcomes Assessments - All

This report reviews Wright State University's Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Baccalaureate Degree program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Middle Childhood Education Baccalaureate Degree Annual Program Outcomes Assessments, 2022-23, College Of Health, Education, And Human Services, Wright State University

Annual Program Outcomes Assessments - All

This report reviews Wright State University's Middle Childhood Education Baccalaureate Degree program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Middle Childhood Education Baccalaureate Degree Annual Program Outcomes Assessments, 2022-23, Lake Campus, Wright State University

Annual Program Outcomes Assessments - All

This report reviews Wright State University's Middle Childhood Education Baccalaureate Degree program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Media Studies Baccalaureate Degree Annual Program Outcomes Assessments, 2022-23, College Of Liberal Arts, Wright State University

Annual Program Outcomes Assessments - All

This report reviews Wright State University's Media Studies Baccalaureate Degree program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Undergraduates’ Preparedness For College-Level Work In Stem: The Importance Of Reading And Understanding Scientific Theories, Arguments, And Data, Ewa M. Burchard

CGU Theses & Dissertations

This study focuses on undergraduates’ preparation for college level courses. In recent international PISA results United States students fall behind seventeen countries on the computer-based reading proficiency test. They have scored low for over a decade, in spite of spending more than one hundred-thousand dollars per student on education. This US score is similar to, or lower than, the scores of other countries where spending is lower. Considering reading performance statistics from the international PISA assessment and the inconclusive results from reading comprehension studies across media, the concern arose whether today’s high school students are well prepared for college level …

School Improvement Tool, Australian Council For Educational Research (Acer)

School and system improvement

Research shows the powerful impact that school leadership teams can have in improving the quality of teaching and learning. Effective leaders create cultures of high expectations, provide clarity about what teachers are to teach and students are to learn, establish strong professional learning communities, and lead ongoing school-wide efforts to improve teaching practices. The School Improvement Tool describes the practices of highly effective schools and school leaders. The SIT assists schools to review and reflect on their strategies to improve the quality of classroom teaching and learning. It supports school-wide conversations – including with families, school governing bodies, local communities, …

Reform Challenges In School Education, Geoff N. Masters

School and system improvement

The central thesis of this paper has been that the challenges now confronting schools globally will require fundamental reforms of the external frameworks within which schools work. Today’s challenges to better prepare young people for the future and to ensure that every student learns successfully will not be met by simply expecting teachers to change what they do or by making minor adjustments to current curricula, assessment, examination, reporting and credentialling arrangements. Today’s challenges require deep reforms and a willingness to reimagine—in other words, to ‘transform’ existing learning systems. This is essential because the external frameworks within which teachers and …

School Improvement Tool: Literature Review, Fabienne Van Der Kleij, Pauline Taylor-Guy, Christina Rogers

School and system improvement

The School Improvement Tool (SIT) identifies practices of highly effective schools and schools which have undergone substantial improvement, based on evidence from the international literature. It is made up of nine inter-related domains, or areas of practice. This literature review presents a thematic synthesis of the research evidence across the nine domains of the School Improvement Tool. This review underpinned the development of the School Improvement Tool, as the Second iteration of the National School Improvement Tool.

The Expectations, Experiences And Satisfaction Of Students Within A Nutrition And Dietetics Program Regarding Faculty Academic Advising Using A Prescriptive Or Developmental Advising Lens, Nettie Puglisi Freshour

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

This research study examined student’s expectation, experiences and satisfaction with faculty academic advising using a prescriptive vs. developmental lens. The intent was to explore the student’s expectations of academic advising, determine if their experiences aligned with their expectation and if this led to satisfaction of their academic advising. This study utilized the Systems theory to determine how academic advising is performed by the program and if that experience for the student is how the systems (institution, college, department, and program) are promoting the form of advising. This study utilized a qualitative case study approach, guided by three research questions. Data …