Cooperative learning: a methodological answer to instructional design based on competences in the university environment

2010 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rosa Maria Pons Parra ◽  
Jose Manuel Serrano Gonzalez Tejero ◽  
Clotilde Lomeli Agruel ◽  
Victor Manuel Alcantar Enriquez ◽  
Dolores Graciela Cordero Arroyo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Design ◽  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
University Environment ◽  
The University

Epistemic and relational conflicts in sharing identical vs. complementary information during cooperative learning

2002 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 139-151 ◽  
Author(s):  
Céline Darnon ◽  
Céline Buchs ◽  
Fabrizio Butera
Keyword(s):  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Social Comparison ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Learning Task ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Complementary Information ◽  
Relational Conflict ◽  
The Social ◽  
The University

When interacting on a learning task, which is typical of several academic situations, individuals may experience two different motives: Understanding the problem, or showing their competences. When a conflict (confrontation of divergent propositions) emerges from this interaction, it can be solved either in an epistemic way (focused on the task) or in a relational way (focused on the social comparison of competences). The latter is believed to be detrimental for learning. Moreover, research on cooperative learning shows that when they share identical information, partners are led to compare to each other, and are less encouraged to cooperate than when they share complementary information. An epistemic vs. relational conflict vs. no conflict was provoked in dyads composed by a participant and a confederate, working either on identical or on complementary information (N = 122). Results showed that, if relational and epistemic conflicts both entailed more perceived interactions and divergence than the control group, only relational conflict entailed more perceived comparison activities and a less positive relationship than the control group. Epistemic conflict resulted in a more positive perceived relationship than the control group. As far as performance is concerned, relational conflict led to a worse learning than epistemic conflict, and - after a delay - than the control group. An interaction between the two variables on delayed performance showed that epistemic and relational conflicts were different only when working with complementary information. This study shows the importance of the quality of relationship when sharing information during cooperative learning, a crucial factor to be taken into account when planning educational settings at the university.

PROFESSORS' PERCEPTION OF SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITY IN THE FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF GUAYAQUIL

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 70-76
Author(s):  
Jorge Daher Nader ◽  
Amelia Patricia Panunzio ◽  
Marlene Hernández Navarro
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Research ◽  
Scientific Activity ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
University Environment ◽  
Empirical Level ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Scientific Nature ◽  
The University

Research is considered a function aimed at obtaining new knowledge and its application for the solution to problems or questions of a scientific nature, The universities framed in the fulfillment of their social function have a complex task given by training a competent professional who assumes research as part of their training and who learns to ask questions that they are able to solve through scientific research.  Scientific research is an indicator of the quality of processes in the university environment, so it must be increased by virtue of the results of the work carried out by research teachers and students the objective of this work is to know the perception of the teachers of the Faculty of Medical Sciences of the University of Guayaquil about the scientific activity. Objective: to know the perception of the teachers of the Faculty of Medical Sciences of the University of Guayaquil about the scientific activity. Methods: theoretical and empirical level were used, a questionnaire with closed questions aimed at knowing the opinions on the research activity in this institution was applied. Result: that of the sample analyzed 309 (39.3%) said they agreed with the training for the writing of scientific articles. 38.6% said they agree with the training on research projects. Conclusion: that teacher’s research should be enhanced to ensure the formation and development of research skills in students.

Technologies of Democracy: Participation and Access in the University Environment

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Hall ◽  
Naida Caidi
Keyword(s):  
Digital Divide ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Canadian Government ◽  
University Environment ◽  
Per Capita ◽  
Statistics Canada ◽  
The University ◽  
Physical Access

Although Canada globally ranks among the top ten countries for per capita Internet use (ITU, 2001; Statistics Canada, 2002), roughly one half of the population is till not online. The Canadian government has supported numerous initiatives aimed at bridging the 'digital divide' between technological haves and have-nots, recognizing, at the same time, that simple physical access to information. . .

THE CONNECTION MACHINE IN A UNIVERSITY ENVIRONMENT: GESAMTHOCHSCHULE WUPPERTAL

1993 ◽  
Vol 04 (01) ◽  
pp. 137-141
Author(s):  
KLAUS SCHILLING
Keyword(s):  
Parallel Computing ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Early History ◽  
Short Account ◽  
University Environment ◽  
Connection Machine ◽  
The University

A short account is presented on the early history, the intentions and the development of large scale parallel computing at the University of Wuppertal. It might serve as an illustration how common activities between computational and computer science can be stimulated, in the university environment.

Role of Servicescape on Student Institution Choice

2021 ◽  
pp. 271-278
Author(s):  
Ravi Kumar J S ◽  
T. Narayana Reddy ◽  
Syed Mohammad Ghouse
Keyword(s):  
Student Choice ◽  
Prospective Students ◽  
University Environment ◽  
University Marketing ◽  
Sociological Factors ◽  
Emotional Factors ◽  
Physical Environments ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

In recent years there has been increased discussion of the subjective, emotional and sociological factors influencing student choice of university. However, there is a dearth of information exploring what constitutes these feelings. This exploratory paper uses the conceptual model of the servicescape to provide insight into the emotional factors driving student choice. In-depth interviews with prospective students revealed that first impressions really do count. Students are deterred by poor physical environments and excited by enthusiastic staff and students. Most significantly, the study revealed the necessity of a restorative servicescape to provide both a sense of escape and feeling of belonging. This paper contributes to broadening the application of the servicescape model and to a greater understanding of the impact of the environment on prospective students, and creates an opportunity to inform policy by providing university marketing decision makers with a better understanding of what constitutes the university environment and what makes it appealing to prospective students.

Sexual health, alcohol and the university environment: is there a need for sexual health promotion intervention?

Sexual Health ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 269 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sharyn Burns
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
University Students ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Health Behaviours ◽  
Unprotected Sex ◽  
Male Students ◽  
University Environment ◽  
Group Methods ◽  
Undergraduate University Students ◽  
The University

Background Young university students participate in hazardous drinking and risky sexual health behaviours, however there are few comprehensive interventions targeting this group. Methods: Undergraduate university students aged 18–24 years (n = 2466) were recruited to complete an online survey to investigate the association between levels of alcohol consumption, gender and experienced, second-hand and witnessed sexual health behaviours and situations. Results: Male students and hazardous drinkers were most likely to participate in unprotected sex and regretted sex. Female students and hazardous drinkers were most likely to experience an unwanted sexual advance. Conclusions: Integrated and comprehensive interventions targeting young people in the university setting are needed.

An Innovative Biotechnology Start-up Company Approach

2006 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michel R.M. Rod
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Property ◽  
Technology Commercialization ◽  
Biotechnology Company ◽  
University Environment ◽  
Innovative Biotechnology ◽  
Early Experiences ◽  
Start Up ◽  
University Technology Commercialization ◽  
The University ◽  
University Affiliation

This paper describes the author's involvement in the early experiences of a start-up biotechnology company created outside the university environment. In this case, two self-employed, entrepreneurial scientists with no university affiliation developed commercializable intellectual property. Falling outside the more common university technology commercialization process, there were a number of issues that were quite different from those a typical university start-up company might face, and these are illustrated. Most importantly, this case is an exemplar of how other non-university entrepreneurs might contemplate utilizing universities to further their technology commercialization objectives.

scholarly journals An immersive Arabic language course in Cairo moves online

2021 ◽  
pp. 79-94
Author(s):  
Heba Salem
Keyword(s):  
Arabic Language ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Community Based ◽  
American University ◽  
University Environment ◽  
The Us ◽  
Community Based Learning ◽  
Online Format ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
The University

This chapter describes the my experience as the instructor for a course rooted in community based learning theory that was forced to move online in spring, 2020, due to the novel coronavirus pandemic. The course, titled ‘CASA Without Borders’, allows Arabic language students in the Center for Arabic Study Abroad (CASA) program at The American University in Cairo (AUC) to leave the university environment and serve the community, while also benefiting from the experience both linguistically and culturally. This course was disrupted by the students’ mandatory return to the US from Cairo as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, and continued remotely in an online format. This chapter describes the CASA program and explains both the purpose of the CASA Without Borders course and its significance to CASA students and to the program. It also describes and reflects upon my experience of continuing the course remotely during the ongoing pandemic.

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