scholarly journals Investigating Digital Distraction among Pre-service Science, Technology, and Mathematics Teachers in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 32-48
Author(s):  
Adeneye Olarewaju Awofala ◽  
Oladiran Stephen Olabiyi ◽  
Racheal O Okunuga ◽  
Omolabake Temilade Ojo ◽  
Awoyemi Abayomi Awofala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Order ◽  
Service Science ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Modelling Method ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Digital Addiction ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
High Level ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Emotional Distraction

Internationally, proliferation of digital technologies in classrooms has produced digital distractions among digital natives in this 21st century. Thus, it is highly imperative to develop a suitable instrument for assessing and measuring digital distraction among higher education students to enable continuing research and practice. While previous studies had treated and measured digital distraction as a sub-component of a multi-dimensional construct and as a test, the present study through instrumentation survey research, developed and authenticated a standalone digital distraction scale among pre-service science, technology and mathematics (STM) teachers in Nigeria. The instrument is constructed by adopting a multidimensional standpoint of digital distraction around a higher-order modelling method. The pre-service STM teachers were recruited from a culturally varied university student population in Nigeria. The results showed a high level of digital distraction among the pre-service STM teachers in Nigeria and the digital distraction is composed of several connected yet distinctive factors (emotional distraction, digital addiction, and distraction by procrastination), with proof backing up a higher-order structural archetypal. More so, empirical evidence confirmed the measurement invariance of the scale with regards to gender and the consistency of the psychometric properties of the digital distraction scale. Finally, a test-retest reliability of the digital distraction scale showed that the scores are not variable over time and that the scale is not sensitive to alterations in the learning milieu. Finally, it is hoped that this tool will be handy for educators interested in isolating pre-service STM teachers at risk of high digital distraction which may cause lack of respect and privation of courtesy for instructors and personal distraction in the classroom.

scholarly journals An Analysis of Knowledge in STEM: Solving Algebraic Problems

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 131
Author(s):  
Teoh Sian Hoon ◽  
Parmjit Singh Aperar Singh ◽  
Cheong Tau Han ◽  
Nurul Akmal Md Nasir ◽  
Nor Syazwani Mohd Rasid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Error Analysis ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Undergraduate Mathematics Education ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Main Component ◽  
Analysis Of Knowledge

This study was conducted to assess the students’ level of abilities in solving algebraic word problems which is a main component in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). It also aims to determine the students’ difficulties in solving these problems by using Newman’s Model of Error Analysis (NMEA). Furthermore, this study was conducted to investigate the attitudes of undergraduate students towards STEM and its relationship to the achievement of the test. The instruments are a test on algebraic problems and a set of questionnaire on attitudes towards STEM. The test which was validated by an expert from a university was adopted and adapted from a problem solving source. The test contained questions from one of the main areas of algebra which focused on two parts namely algebraic knowledge (AK) and algebraic knowledge in the context of science (AKCS).  There were a total of 63 undergraduate mathematics education students who took part in this study. This study was carried out using the mixed-methods qualitative approach. The result showed that the majority of the students have a low level of algebraic knowledge as well as algebraic knowledge in the context of science. For the attitude towards STEM, findings displayed that the majority of the students were interested and gave positive attitude towards STEM. Keywords: algebraic knowledge (AK), algebraic knowledge in the context of science (AKCS), Newman’s Model of Error Analysis (NMEA), attitudes towards STEM

scholarly journals Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Berbasis STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics) Untuk Mahasiswa Prodi PGSD

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 330-345
Author(s):  
Ifa Seftia Rakhma Widiyanti ◽  
Saeful Mizan
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Elementary Teacher ◽  
Lesson Plan ◽  
Elementary Teacher Education ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Student Activities ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Simple Machines ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Teacher Education Students

Abstract: The general objective of this study was to find a kind of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) study instruments, and  the specific purposes of this study were to investigate the validity, effectiveness, and practicality of  it. This was a Research & Development study which was simplified into two stages; they are the preliminary stage and the development stage.  This study resulted several kinds of instruments: lesson plan, worksheets, material lesson, teaching evaluation sheets, observation sheets, and questionares. The validity was very good with score 84,38 % for content aspect, 82,50 % for language aspect, and 82,14 % for display aspect. The instruments were very effective to be used by elementary teacher education students and lecturers in the simple machines material to describe the STEM profile’s teacher education students. The instruments could practically be used by the elementary teacher education students and lecturers for the simple machines material based on the positive elementary teacher education students and lecturers responses. Students' science ability increased 27.20%, technology ability increased 23.36%, engineering ability increased 55.20%, and mathematics ability increased 81.80%. The effectiveness of learned was shown by the success of the lecturer in designed learning. The learning design got score of 100 from both expert. The developed learning device is practically used by students and lecturers for simple machines material based on positive responses of students and lecturer. The practicality of learning tools based STEM is shown from the implementation of learning. The percentage of student activities during STEM learning was 75.79%, it showed that student activities during learning including the good category and the teaching ability of lecturers got average score 97,73.

scholarly journals Not Only Reliability!

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Monika Szczygieł
Keyword(s):  
Math Anxiety ◽  
Ecological Validity ◽  
Social Sciences And Humanities ◽  
Math Problem Solving ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Stem Students ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Teachers And Parents ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Anxiety Questionnaire

Abstract. The measurement of math anxiety in adults is justified based on observations that math anxiety in parents and teachers predicts children’s math anxiety and achievement. Although there are many very good math anxiety measures intended for children and adolescents, their usefulness (e.g., AMAS, MARS) for adults is debatable. The most important objection against using these scales for adults is their ecological validity. The measurement of anxiety associated with math tests, classes, teachers, and homework is adequate for students of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), but not for students of social sciences and humanities (HS) and non-students (e.g., parents and preschool and early education teachers). In response to this gap, the Math Anxiety Questionnaire for Adults (MAQA) was developed; it is designed to measure math anxiety related to math problem-solving in various groups of adults (especially non-students and HS students, as well as STEM students). The content, construct, criterion, and ecological validity of the MAQA were tested, and its internal and test-retest reliability was established. The results confirm that the MAQA is a valid and reliable measurement of math anxiety; therefore, it may be recommended for use in various groups of adults (e.g., students, teachers, and parents).

Learning Scientific Reasoning Skills May Be Key to Retention in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 126-144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamie L. Jensen ◽  
Shannon Neeley ◽  
Jordan B. Hatch ◽  
Ted Piorczynski
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Reasoning ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
The United States ◽  
Reasoning Ability ◽  
Stem Majors ◽  
Freshman Year ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Reasoning Skills ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
High Level

The United States produces too few Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) graduates to meet demand. We investigated scientific reasoning ability as a possible factor in STEM retention. To do this, we classified students in introductory biology courses at a large private university as either declared STEM or non-STEM majors and assessed their reasoning ability using the Lawson Classroom Test of Scientific Reasoning. We then obtained their declared majors 1 to 4 years later. We found that reasoning ability correlates with high-level performance and final course grades. In addition, results indicate that STEM majors have higher reasoning skills than non-STEM majors but not until after the freshman year. However, we show that reasoning ability does not predict retention or declaration of a STEM degree and suggests instead that increased reasoning skills are a product of learning. We suggest educational interventions that may plug the leaky pipeline in STEM education.

scholarly journals Attitudes toward Computer, Computer Anxiety and Gender as determinants of Pre-service Science, Technology and Mathematics Teachers’ Computer Self-efficacy

2019 ◽  
pp. 51-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adeneye Olarewaju Awofala ◽  
Oladiran Stephen Olabiyi ◽  
Awoyemi Abayomi Awofala ◽  
Abayomi A Arigbabu ◽  
Alfred O Fatade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Control ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Service Science ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Computer Self Efficacy

The study investigated attitudes towards computer and computer anxiety as determinants of computer self-efficacy among 2100 pre-service science, technology and mathematics (STM) teachers from the University of Lagos of Nigeria using the quantitative research method within the blueprint of the descriptive survey design. Data collected were analysed using the descriptive statistics of percentages, mean, and standard deviation and inferential statistics of independent samples t-test, Pearson product moment correlation coefficient and multiple regression analysis. Finding revealed significant correlations between computer attitudes, computer anxiety and computer self-efficacy. Gender differences in attitude toward computer, computer self-efficacy and computer anxiety among pre-service STM teachers were significant. Affective component, perceived control component, and perceived usefulness component, behavioural intention component, gender, and computer anxiety made statistically significant contributions to the variance in pre-service STM teachers’ computer self-efficacy. The study recommended among others that academic institutions should pay more attention to this computer anxiety and adopt proper ways of reducing the computer anxiety, so that positive e-learning experiences can be created for pre-service STM teachers.

Investigation of Pre-Service Science Teachers’ Attitudes Towards Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 2819-2822 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nanang Winarno ◽  
Ari Widodo ◽  
Dadi Rusdiana ◽  
Diana Rochintaniawati ◽  
Ratih Mega Ayu Afifah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Science Teachers ◽  
Service Science ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Attitudes Towards Science ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Teachers Attitudes

scholarly journals The level of STEM knowledge, skills, and values among the students of bachelor’s degree of education in geography

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 69
Author(s):  
Sumayyah Aimi Mohd Najib ◽  
Hanifah Mahat ◽  
Nur Hidayah Baharudin
Keyword(s):  
Stem Education ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Education Study ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
High Level ◽  
Academy Of Sciences

<span>The demand for individuals with educational background in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields has been rapidly growing. This paper presents the level of STEM education knowledge, skills and values among the students of Bachelor’s Degree of Education (B.Ed.) in Geography at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris. Research on STEM education study in geography involves assessing the STEM knowledge, skills and values. This article reports the findings from the survey conducted on 400 students of ISMP in Geography in the first to the eighth semester in 2018. The research instrument involves variables such as knowledge, skills and value. The items for each variable were constructed and modified based on the STEM implementation guide set by the Ministry of Education Malaysia and the Academy of Sciences Malaysia, and validated by the experts. Descriptive analysis was selected to evaluate the level of STEM knowledge, skills and values among the students. The findings show that the students indeed possess high level of STEM knowledge, skills and values. Overall, this study is important to examine the variables that influence the development in Geography and STEM. In a nutshell, this study will help the departments and faculties to further improve the development in Geography field at both national and international levels.</span>

scholarly journals Modul STEM Berbasis Pemecahan Masalah dengan Tema Rumah dome

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Ziyyan Alieffia Alfika ◽  
Tantri Mayasari ◽  
Erawan Kurniadi
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
School Students ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Earthquake Resistant ◽  
Eighth Grade Students ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
High Level

This study aims to describe in detail the results of the development of a problem-solving STEM module with the theme of the dome house, and explain the results of the improvement after the use of the module. STEM is an approach that combines science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into a single discipline that is able to realize learning by presenting real problems in everyday life. The STEM module based on the problem-solving ability developed raised the theme of the dome house, which has a function as an earthquake-resistant house which was used as a reconstruction of post-earthquake housing and is permanent, economical, and efficient. Solving problems is one part of high-level thinking, as well as a form of action in solving problems that utilize the knowledge they have. Indicator of achievement of problem solving is analyzing the problem, making a plan for its completion, carrying out planning, and checking again. The development method applied is Research and Development. This module is validated by 5 experts, the results show that the module is very feasible to use. The module was tested on research subjects totaling 20 eighth grade students. The results show that the highest increase in students' problem-solving ability after the implementation of the module is the indicator carrying out the plan with n-gain 0.40, while the lowest increase in the indicator understands the problem with n-gain 0.22. Overall, the STEM module that was developed was able to improve the problem solving ability  of state Islamic junior high school  students.

The Opinions of Mathematics Teacher Candidates Who Have Received a STEM Training on STEM and the Activities they Designed in the Class

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 401-416
Author(s):  
Betül Küçük Demir
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Teacher ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
And Mathematics

This study has been conducted to investigate the opinions of mathematics teacher candidates on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) training and the activities designed by them. It has been carried out using the case study method, which is one of the qualitative research patterns. In this study, semi-structured interview forms and activity cards have been used to gather data. While semi-structured interview forms served to elicit teacher candidates’ opinions on STEM, activity cards were employed to ask them to design an activity in which they could put their training on STEM into practice. The study has been conducted with 34 senior mathematics education students and the data obtained have been analyzed using the content analysis method. It has been concluded that mathematics teacher candidates have positive views on STEM training. The activities designed by the candidate teachers can be categorized under four categories, which are interdisciplinary, the engineering field it is related to, the preferred method and the activities that are not suitable for STEM. Teacher candidates should be trained on how to integrate STEM education into their lessons. Stem activity examples should be presented to teacher candidates for applicability. Keywords: Mathematics teacher candidate, stem, activity, training, opinion

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