The affordances of PAR for a school-community partnership to enhance learner support in socio-economically challenged communities

2021 ◽  
pp. 147675032110231
Author(s):  
Lesley Wood ◽  
Mary McAteer
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Parental Support ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Educational Programme ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Learner Support ◽  
Final Project ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
School Community Partnership ◽  
Teachers And Parents

Although complex reasons exist for the poor state of education in socio-economically challenged communities in South Africa, improving parental support to learners is one approach to buffer contextual adversities. Yet, historically, collaboration between school and parent has been problematic. We hypothesized that a participatory action research approach might be useful to develop positive relations between teachers and parents. We report on the benefits of a PAR project undertaken by seven community parents and five teachers to enhance learner support in a primary school situated in a low-income area. Thematic analysis of focus group interviews with participants, triangulated by transcriptions of a final project workshop, revealed that participation in the PAR process enabled i) the development of contextually relevant content for an educational programme; ii) change in the assumptions of parents and teachers about their respective roles in supporting the child; iii) the personal/technical skills development of participants; and iv) positive outcomes beyond the project. The insights gain from this study highlight the benefits of PAR to enable schools to harness the wealth of knowledge and skills that exist in their community to enhance learner support and improve the quality of teaching and learning.

The three R’s: reading, (W)Riting, and researching through multi-genre project

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn Roberts ◽  
Kristy Brugar
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teacher Educators ◽  
Peer Interactions ◽  
Student Response ◽  
Methods Course ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Historical Inquiry ◽  
Social Studies Methods ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Action Research Approach

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine how the authors, two teacher educators, planned for and guided 23 students (teacher candidates) through a multi-genre historical inquiry experience, integrating instruction on the Inquiry Arc and writing process, during a co-taught literacy and social studies methods course. The authors describe the ways in which the students demonstrated both active and passive participation and resistance to this process/project, and the related implications. Design/methodology/approach Using an action research approach, this paper reports analysis and interpretation of lesson plans, course materials, debriefing notes, field notes, student response notebooks and intermediate and final inquiry project artifacts. Findings All students demonstrated gains in content knowledge through their products, oral presentations, group discussions, or conferences with the authors; and all gained experience with the Inquiry Arc and process writing. Many students saw the benefits of collaboration and social construction of knowledge as they moved toward more central participation. Practical implications Instructors cannot mandate full participation in any task, but can influence the conditions (i.e. pedagogy, task, scaffolding) to increase the possibility of positive peer interactions and learning. Originality/value This paper contributes to the knowledge of teaching and learning innovation in teacher preparation coursework.

The Design of Learning Materials within Small Scale Projects

2012 ◽  
pp. 371-386
Author(s):  
Michael Hammond ◽  
Jie Hu
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Instructional Material ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
User Participation ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Learning Materials ◽  
Academic Reading ◽  
Action Research Approach

This chapter discusses the design of learning materials in the context of small scale projects within higher education. It describes the enduring appeal of instructional material and its growing use following the take up of virtual learning environments (VLEs) / learning platforms in teaching and learning. It suggests that action research approaches may be of value in the design of instructional material as they offer systematic, formative feedback at an early stage in the design process and prioritise user participation. A case study is provided of a broadly action research approach to the design of instructional material to support academic reading skills at one university. The case exemplifies the strengths of action research but also highlights the tensions and difficulties, in particular that of securing the engagement of stakeholders. The implications for further research are brought out.

scholarly journals Metode Preview, Question, Read, Summarize and Test (PQRST) dalam Pembelajaran Fiqih Untuk Siswa Kelas V Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI) Dayeuhmanggung Kabupaten Garut

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-58
Author(s):  
Ahmad Jaelani ◽  
Yasya Fauzan Wakila ◽  
Devi Nur Dianah ◽  
Krisandi Agis S
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Test Method ◽  
Fifth Grade ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Optimal Learning ◽  
Fifth Grade Students ◽  
Action Research Approach

Selama ini fiqih diajarkan dengan metode yang relatif konvensional. Artinya, proses belajar mengajar dilakukan dengan cara penyampaian materi, dilanjutkan dengan menghafal dan praktik, sehingga bagi sebagian siswa terkesan monoton dan membosankan. Tidak jarang pula, karena alasan mengejar target kurikulum, para pendidik membebani siswa dengan materi yang begitu banyak tanpa memperdulikan apakah siswa telah benar-benar paham, tertarik dengan yang diajarkan atau tidak. Padahal suasana belajar yang monoton akan menciptakan suasana yang tidak nyaman, jenuh, bosan, bahkan bisa mengakibatkan stres. Kondisi yang tidak kondusif ini akan sangat menyulitkan untuk meningkatkan minat belajar fiqih dan tidak dapat mencapai hasil belajar yang optimal. Sehingga dibutuhkan suatu upaya pengembangan metode pembelajaran fiqih yang sesuai, tepat, dan menyenangkan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami serta mengimplementasikan metode PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize and Test) dalam pembelajaran fiqih siswa MI Dayeuhmanggung Kabupaten Garut. Penelitian merupakan penelitian tindakan kelas dengan pendekatan kualitatif, sumber data merupakan primer yang diperoleh dari observasi dan hasil wawancara. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh adalah metode PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize and Test) dalam pembelajaran fiqih pada siswa kelas V MI Dayeuhmanggung Kabupaten Garut dilaksanakan dengan baik, optimal dan efektif sehingga sikap minat belajar siswa meningkat. Kata Kunci: belajar mengajar, fiqih, pengembangan metode   During this time jurisprudence (Fiqh) is taught by relatively conventional methods. That is, the teaching and learning process is carried out by means of the delivery of material, followed by memorization and practice, so that some students seem monotonous and boring. Not infrequently, for reasons of pursuing curriculum targets, educators burden students with so much material regardless of whether students really understand, are interested in what is taught or not. Though a monotonous learning atmosphere will create an uncomfortable, bored, bored, and even stressful atmosphere. Conditions that are not conducive will be very difficult to increase the interest in learning jurisprudence and cannot achieve optimal learning outcomes. So we need an effort to develop a method of learning that is appropriate, appropriate, and fun. This study aims to understand and implement the PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize and Test) method in learning fiqh of MI Dayeuhmanggung students in Garut Regency. Research is a classroom action research approach with a qualitative approach, the source of data is the primary obtained from observations and interviews. The results obtained are the PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize and Test) method in fiqh learning in fifth grade students of MI Dayeuhmanggung Garut Regency implemented properly, optimally and effectively so that the attitude of students' interest in learning increases.

scholarly journals Action research with parkrun UK volunteer organizers to develop inclusive strategies

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 1199-1209 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simone Fullagar ◽  
Sandra Petris ◽  
Julia Sargent ◽  
Stephanie Allen ◽  
Muhsina Akhtar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Organizational Strategies ◽  
Participatory Action ◽  
Marginalized Groups ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Successes And Challenges ◽  
Equity And Inclusion

Abstract This article addresses the challenge of promoting physical activity through a focus on equity and engaging physically inactive citizens through the development of inclusive strategies within parkrun UK—a free, volunteer-led, weekly mass community participation running event. We discuss how a UK-based action research design enabled collaboration with volunteer event organizers to understand participant experiences, constraints and develop localized inclusive practices. In contrast with ‘expert’-driven health behaviour interventions, our research pursued a ‘ground up’ approach by asking what can be learnt from the successes and challenges of organizing community events, such as parkrun UK, to promote inclusion? A modified participatory action research approach was used with four parkrun sites across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, that involved quantitative and qualitative analysis of survey data (n = 655) that informed the process. Our analysis explored parkrunners’ and volunteer organizers’ perceptions relating to (i) the demographics of parkrun participation and (ii) actions for change in relation to the challenges of engaging marginalized groups (women, ethnic minorities, low income, older people, those with disabilities or illness). We discuss the challenges and opportunities for addressing (in)equity and inclusion through volunteer-based organizations and the implications for translating knowledge into organizational strategies.

Exploring Interprofessional Educational Possibilities

2010 ◽  
pp. 367-381
Author(s):  
Elinor Clarke
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Second Life ◽  
Interprofessional Education ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
Interprofessional Working ◽  
Interprofessional Teaching

This chapter reports a pilot research study investigating the possibility for Interprofessional education in a 3D multi user ‘virtual world’ known as Second life® (SL) (Linden Corporation). Following a brief introduction and context of interprofessional education (IPE) in health and social care, the pilot research project is reported. The goal was to gather insights into IPE and teaching and learning in virtual worlds. An action research approach enabled the author to collaborate with students and other experienced users of SL. Drawing on emerging interprofessional, constructivist and activity theories and insights from the research project, this chapter makes suggestions for utilising immersive worlds for interprofessional teaching and learning. It identifies the need for further research focusing on the vital ingredients necessary for interprofessional learning in virtual worlds, and a requirement to ensure that patient/client/service users remains the focus of the students’ learning, which is the essence of successful interprofessional working.

Upaya Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Fiqih pada Materi Menginfaqkan Harta di Luar Zakat Melalui Strategi the Power of Two Siswa Kelas VIII MTs Jam’iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 144-150
Author(s):  
Khairuddin YM
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Student Responses ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Class Viii

The purpose of this paper is to find out whether there is an increase in fiqh learning outcomes through the implementation of the power of two strategy for class VIII students at MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura. This research method is by using a classroom action research approach. The data obtained from research through observation, tests or by using other strategies. The conclusions that can be drawn from this paper are student responses after the implementation of The Power Of Two learning strategy about improving Fiqh teaching and learning outcomes in the material of raising assets outside zakat for class VIII students at MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura at the pre-test stage with an average value class 57.93 with the number of students who completed as many as 6 people with a percentage of 20.68% and students who did not complete as many as 23 people with a percentage of 79.31%, then after applying the power of two strategy there was an increase in the first cycle as many as 17 students completed with a percentage of 58.62% and as many as 12 students did not complete with a percentage of 41.38%. Because it has not met the researcher's target, it is continued in the second cycle. In the second cycle, there was an increase of 25 students who completed with a percentage of 88.20% and as many as 4 students did not complete with a percentage of 13.80%. Keywords: Improvement, The Power Of Two Strategy, creativity, Fiqh pelajaran lessons

The Design of Learning Materials within Small Scale Projects

2011 ◽  
pp. 437-451
Author(s):  
Michael Hammond ◽  
Jie Hu
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Instructional Material ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
User Participation ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Learning Materials ◽  
Academic Reading ◽  
Action Research Approach

This chapter discusses the design of learning materials in the context of small scale projects within higher education. It describes the enduring appeal of instructional material and its growing use following the take up of virtual learning environments (VLEs) / learning platforms in teaching and learning. It suggests that action research approaches may be of value in the design of instructional material as they offer systematic, formative feedback at an early stage in the design process and prioritise user participation. A case study is provided of a broadly action research approach to the design of instructional material to support academic reading skills at one university. The case exemplifies the strengths of action research but also highlights the tensions and difficulties, in particular that of securing the engagement of stakeholders. The implications for further research are brought out.

Analysing student perceptions to enhance engagement

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-177 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marjolein Schaddelee ◽  
Christine McConnell
Keyword(s):  
International Education ◽  
Student Perceptions ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Geographical Regions ◽  
Taking Action

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to better understand what helps and hinders the engagement of students in a project-based learning (PjBL) approach as the sole mode of teaching and learning for the entire first year of a Bachelor of Applied Management.Design/methodology/approachThis study takes an action research approach by investigating the perceptions of students of an interdisciplinary PjBL programme, and then taking action and responding to the students. Students were asked to share their experiences through a series of surveys spanning the first two years of the programme’s introduction.FindingsResults indicate that there were significant challenges associated with the introduction of a PjBL programme. Students expressed both their positive and negative experiences in relation to working in groups, the way the programme and projects were designed and how the programme was communicated and integrated. The comments and suggestions students made led to a number of recommendations to further improve student engagement and learning outcomes.Research limitations/implicationsThe research was conducted at a state-funded tertiary provider located in New Zealand and may not necessarily be applied to other geographical regions or cultures.Practical implicationsThe results and recommendations have value for international education in business providers that are interested to introduce or further develop an interdisciplinary PjBL approach.Social implicationsFurther understanding of how students may be further engaged has value for a variety of different contexts where engagement and motivation feature as a desired outcome.Originality/valueThis research study contributes to the understanding of how PjBL can be implemented to increase student motivation and engagement, and the insights provided practical suggestions for similar programmes of an interdisciplinary nature.

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