Perspectives of Students With Disabilities and Their Parents on Influences and Barriers to Joining and Staying Extracurricular STEM Activities

2021 ◽  
pp. 002246692110541
Author(s):  
Karin M. Fisher ◽  
Peggy Shannon-Baker ◽  
Kania Greer ◽  
Barbara Serianni

Students with disabilities (SWDs) are less likely to establish themselves successfully in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers. Researchers have identified barriers to participation in STEM, including deficits in mathematics and science, executive functioning skills, self-efficacy, and lack of exposure to STEM experiences. Researchers found students who participate in STEM clubs have higher grades in STEM content areas, have better attitudes toward school, and are more likely to graduate. This study aimed to understand student and parent perceptions about the influences and challenges to participation in STEM clubs. The researchers used a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design that began with a survey, followed by focus groups and interviews with parents and SWDs. We identified four salient meta-themes regarding what influences students to join and stay in a STEM club: fun and the subject matter, social and peer interactions, parent and teacher initiative, and a “semblance of normal.” In addition, we identified meta-themes on the barriers for SWDs to join and stay in STEM clubs. These include being a good fit, having no student interest, others not making accommodations, and overwhelmed parents. The researchers conclude with implications for educators to make STEM clubs more inclusive.

2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (3) ◽  
pp. 304-327
Author(s):  
I Gusti Ngurah Darmawan

This paper investigates changes in 15-year-old Australian students’ attitudes towards reading mathematics, and science, as well as their relationships with students’ performance in these respective domains over the period of 2000–2018. multigroup confirmatory factor analysis was used to examine the measurement invariance of the construct of attitudes over the cycles of the Programme for International Student Achievement. In addition, structural equation modelling was used to explore mediating effects of attitudes on performance in the three domains. The results indicated that there were significant declines in student performance for all three domains. The levels of enjoyment of the subject domains were relatively low for reading and mathematics but relatively high for science. There were upward trends in the levels of enjoyment of mathematics and science over time, while levels of enjoyment of reading did not change significantly. Levels of instrumental motivation were relatively high and had slight upward trends for both mathematics and science. There were positive and significant relationships between attitudes and student performances.


Author(s):  
O. M. Korchazhkina

The article presents a methodological approach to studying iterative processes in the school course of geometry, by the example of constructing a Koch snowflake fractal curve and calculating a few characteristics of it. The interactive creative environment 1C:MathKit is chosen to visualize the method discussed. By performing repetitive constructions and algebraic calculations using ICT tools, students acquire a steady skill of work with geometric objects of various levels of complexity, comprehend the possibilities of mathematical interpretation of iterative processes in practice, and learn how to understand the dialectical unity between finite and infinite parameters of flat geometric figures. When students are getting familiar with such contradictory concepts and categories, that replenishes their experience of worldview comprehension of the subject areas they study through the concept of “big ideas”. The latter allows them to take a fresh look at the processes in the world around. The article is a matter of interest to schoolteachers of computer science and mathematics, as well as university scholars who teach the course “Concepts of modern natural sciences”.


Author(s):  
Olesya Gladushyna ◽  
Rolf Strietholt ◽  
Isa Steinmann

AbstractThe paper uses data from the combined TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) and PIRLS (Progress in International Reading Literacy Study) assessment in 2011 to explore the subject-specific strengths and weaknesses among fourth grade students worldwide. Previous research came to the conclusion that students only differed in overall achievement levels and did not exhibit subject-specific strengths and weaknesses. This research did, however, not control for differences in overall performance levels when searching for profile differences. Therefore, the present study uses factor mixture analysis to study qualitatively different performance profiles in mathematics, reading, and science while controlling for differences in performance levels. Our findings suggest that the majority of students do not show pronounced strengths and weaknesses and differ mainly in performance levels across mathematics, reading, and science. At the same time, a smaller share of students does indeed show pronounced subject-specific strengths and weaknesses. This result does not represent an artefact, but we find clear and theory-conforming associations between the identified profiles and covariates. We find evidence for cross-country differences in the frequency of subject-specific strengths and weaknesses and gender differences, as well as differences between students who do not or only sometimes speak the language of test at home.


2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 327-340 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatimah Ahmad ◽  
Heather Greenhalgh-Spencer

This paper argues for a more complex literature around gender and math performance. In order to argue for this complexity, we present a small portion of data from a case study examining the performance of Kuwaiti students on the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study and on Kuwait national math tests. Westernized discourses suggest that girls have a harder time in math classes; these discourses frame and are reified by prominent literature and practices within the field of math education research that suggest that women and girls need help in order to reach their potential in math. These Westernized discourses stand in contrast to the discourses in Kuwait that normalize women and girls as outperforming boys in all subjects – including all science, technology, engineering and mathematics subjects. As our study shows, the reality is more complex. And, while the reality is more complex, we yet lack the discourses to understand this complexity.


Author(s):  
Pangestu Cahyo Gumelar

Abstract: Schools are part of the community, therefore schools must be able to strive for the preservation of the cultural richness of the community. Giriloyo Village, Imogiri, Bantul as an area that still preserves batik activities, and even batik becomes the main livelihood for several families. To continue to maintain this cultural heritage, MI Ma'arif Giriloyo I included batik extracurricular into local content that must be taken by students. This extracurricular batik aims to instill cultural values ​​so that students can foster a sense of love for their own culture. This type of research is qualitative research. Data collection techniques using the method of observation, documentation, and interviews. The object of this research is the implementation of batik extracurricular activities. With the subject of the Madrasah Head, Batik Extracurricular Teachers, students in grade V. Data analysis methods developed by Miles and Huberman are data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification. Test the validity of the data using reference material. The results of this study indicate that: 1) The batik extracurricular implementation is carried out consistently and systematically according to the learning steps starting from the introduction, core and closing activities. 2) The teacher develops the creativity of students by giving them freedom of expression and constant practice. 3) The inhibiting factors in batik extracurricular implementation are the lack of class hours, the amount of equipment that is not balanced with students, there is no specific place for batik practice. Factors supporting the implementation of batik extracurricular include the community environment, high student interest.


2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dewi Seprianingsih ◽  
A. Wahab Jufri ◽  
Jamaluddin

Arguing ability was a part of critical thinking skills which important to be mastered by the students. In fact, students’ ability to argue was still relatively low. This referred to the TIMSS report (The Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) in 2011, and showed that Indonesian children’s level in science was positioned in 42 from 45 countries. One kind of efforts to improve the quality of the ability to argue was applying the model of guided inquiry. This study was aimed to develop inquiry-based learning tools (PPBIT) and analyzed its effectiveness in developing the ability to argue of students at SMAN 2 Taliwang-West Sumbawa. PPBIT was carried out by applying 4D procedure. Then, pretest posttest control group design also completely concerned in determining the effectiveness of PPBIT. There were 66 students as the sample which was scattered from two classes and was selected by using purposive sampling technique. The results showed that PPBIT was appropriately to be used for students argumentation  skills’ activities by an average of feasibility syllabus 78.71%, RPP 83.5, LKITS 75%, and Instruments KB 80.25%, and effective in improving the ability to argue the class X SMAN 2 Taliwang, particularly on the subject of environmental pollution and recycling of waste by the average score of the students' ability from 48.22 up to 85.08Keyword: PPBIT, Argument


2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 13
Author(s):  
Arne Löfstedt

Skolämnet samhällskunskap som eget ämne existerar i princip enbart i de nordiska länderna. I många andra länder delar flera skolämnen på ämnesinnehållet, till exempel geografi och civics. Ämnesinnehållet är stort och genomgår ständig förändring. År 2013 genomfördes de första nationella proven i samhällskunskap i Sverige för årskurs 9. Med tanke på ämnets karaktär kan det vara speciellt viktigt att undersöka om dessa prov är ”rättvisa.” Avsikten med denna studie är att undersöka en aspekt av denna ”rättvisa”, nämligen interbedömarstabilitet, dvs om samma elevsvar ger upphov till samma bedömning oavsett bedömare. Skolverket i Sverige genomförde 2009 en större studie av de ämnen som då genomförde nationella prov och föreliggande studie försöker dels efterlikna och dels bygga ut upplägget från Skolverket. Studien genomfördes på de första nationella proven i samhällskunskap 2013. Genom att pröva olika reliabilitetsmått inom kategorierna ”consensus estimates”, och ”consistency estimates” analyseras resultaten, bland annat diskuteras måttet intraclass correlation. Syftet är också, då detta var de första proven, att skapa en ram för återkommande studier av Interbedömarreliabilitet. Upplägget med en större mängd lärare som genomför totalt tre bedömningar av de utvalda hela proven försöker också efterlikna bedömningssituationen ute på skolorna såtillvida att det var relativt många lärare med i studien, och de kom från olika skolor spridda över Sverige. Genom detta testas också bedömningsanvisningarnas stabilitet. Själva genomförandet var omfattande och tog två hela dagar. Resultaten pekar på en god överensstämmelse för provbetyget, det sammanfattande omdöme eleverna får. Studien avses att återupprepas under kommande år.Nyckelord: Samhällskunskap, nationella prov, interbedömarreliabilitet, intraclass correlationThe first national test in samhällskunskap – a study of interrater reliabilityAbstractThe Swedish school subject Samhällskunskap (Societal knowledge) exists basically only in the Nordic countries. In other countries a number of different subjects, such as geography and civics, share the content. The content of the subject is constantly changing, depending on how society is changing. The first national tests in Samhällskunskap for all Swedish ninth graders took place in 2013. A large part of the test contains constructed responses.  Given the characteristics of the subject we consider it especially important to investigate whether these tests are “fair” or not. The intent of this study is to investigate one aspect of “fairness”, interrater reliability, meaning the degree to which the same student responses are scored equally by different raters.  In 2009, the National Agency of Education in Sweden conducted a large study of the subjects Swedish, English and Mathematics. Our study aims to mimic and further develop the design of the study from 2009. Our study was carried out on the first national tests in 2013. The results were analyzed by exploring different reliability measures within the categories consensus estimates, and consistency estimates. As the 2013 tests were the first tests of its kind in Sweden the purpose was also to create a framework for regular studies of interrater reliability. The rater design with a relatively large number of teachers from all over the country, each assessing a total of three complete student test responses aimed at mimicking the way the tests are assessed in schools. This also allowed us to study the stability of our assessment rubrics. The study itself was extensive and took two days to perform. The results indicate a large compliance when it comes to the final grade of the test. The study is meant to be repeated in the coming years.Keywords: Social science, civics, national testing, interrater reliability, intraclass correlation


Author(s):  
Carolina Mendonça Fernandes de Barros ◽  
Tais Feijo Viana ◽  
Luana Melo Pereira

Resumo: Este artigo tem como objetivo descrever um breve histórico sobre diferentes tendências pedagógicas da educação no Brasil e debater a relação entre esses modelos e a busca da formação do conhecimento, através da iniciação da pesquisa, usando, para isso, uma experiência realizada numa disciplina do Curso Técnico de Edificações do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia Sul-Riograndense. O estudo parte do pressuposto de que é preciso apreender com rapidez, em um mundo frenético, onde o ensino necessita de múltiplos contextos. “Roubemos”, então, parte de uma conversa deleuziana, na qual aprender é pensar, e do entendimento de que o professor reflexivo é o que procura desencadear, arrolar e romper o pensamento. Frente à ruptura feita pela tentativa de inovação em sala de aula, o paradigma dominante aqui se desconstrói, necessitando novas conexões para seguir. Assim, esta pesquisa parte da narração de uma nova prática, em que a inovação demonstra que o interesse dos estudantes é proporcional à curiosidade que a disciplina ou as atividades podem propiciar. A pesquisa desvincula-se do apenas ir para o laboratório de materiais de construção e realizar análises hipotéticas. Aqui, altera-se e amplia-se com o estímulo da vontade dos estudantes em analisar um produto que eles mesmos criaram. Desse modo, os estudantes são provocados a produzir, na forma de um texto científico, o conteúdo abordado, tendo a possibilidade de introdução na iniciação científica e de perdurar nela durante o semestre inteiro. O resultado é um banner, simulando a exposição em um congresso. Palavras-chaves: Inovação. Ensino Técnico. Iniciação Científica. Professor reflexivo.  THE REFLECTIVE TEACHER AND EDUCATION BY RESEARCH: PERSPECTIVES OF A PRACTICE WITH STUDENTS OF THE BUILDING TECHNICAL COURSE Abstract: This article aims to describe a brief history of the different pedagogical trends of education in Brazil and discuss the relations between these models and the pursuit of knowledge formation through the initiation of research, by using it for an experiment conducted in the discipline of Building Technical Course of Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology Sul-Rio-Grandense. The study assumes that we need to grasp quickly, in a frantic world, where teaching requires multiple contexts. We pick part of a conversation from Deleuze, by whom learning is thinking, and the understanding that the reflective teacher is looking trigger, roll over and break the thought. Face to break made by attempt of innovation in the classroom, the dominant paradigm here is deconstructed and need new connections. Thus, this research is the narration of a new practice, where innovation shows that student interest is proportional to the curiosity that the subject or the activities can provide. The research is disassociated of the only go to the lab of building materials and perform what if analysis here alters and expands on the stimulus of the will of the students in analyzing a product that they themselves created. Therefore, students are provoked to produce a scientific text about the studied subject, and they are given the opportunity of experiencing the undergraduate research and continuing it during the semester. The result is a banner, simulating an exposure in a conference. Keywords: Innovation. Techinical Education. Initiation to research. Reflective Teacher. 


Author(s):  
Tatyana Petrovna Budyakova ◽  
Galina Viktorovna Baturkina

The subject of this research is the question of balance in application of quantitative and qualitative methods of research in studying the problems of inclusive education and personality with special educational needs. The goal is to demonstrate that the use of qualitative methods gives objective results even on the small sample of persons under test. The novelty consists in proving the fact that qualitative methods of research have substantial priority in examination of inclusive problems of inclusive personality. The conducted empirical research illustrated that it is possible to effectively identify coping strategies for the students with limited health conditions as well as normotypical, using the autobiographical method on the small sample of persons under test. Analysis of the problems of inclusive education oriented towards considering inclusive needs of the students with disabilities can be efficiently realized using the methods that do not suggest studying the large array of information and wide range of participants of the research. The absence of quantitative data processing in qualitative research of inclusive education is not considered a shortcoming of such research.  


2014 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Berit Bungum ◽  
Bjørn-Tore Esjeholm ◽  
Dag Atle Lysne

Technology and design is seen by many as having a potential for students to work with science and mathematics in practical contexts. The view is particularly evident in the Norwegian curriculum, where technology and design is defined as an interdisciplinary topic involving Science, Mathematics and Art & Crafts. This paper reports from a video study of the use of mathematics and science in student projects in technology and design. It was found that the projects contained little conceptual knowledge from mathematics and science even when their purpose was to do so. Through an inductive analysis informed by perspectives on technology and technological knowledge, we identify four issues that explain why this is the case: (i) Problem solving by other means, (ii) Focus on product quality, (iii) Not the right type of knowledge, and (iv) Concepts and procedures not necessary for the purpose. These issues are related to the nature of technology rather than to pedagogy, and the results suggest that technology and design as a domain of knowledge should be represented in the curriculum in its own right and not as an arena for learning science and mathematics. 


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