Using Peer Tutoring To Enhance Pre-Service Teachers Performance In Physics.

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (04) ◽  
pp. 1720-1724
Author(s):  
Valentina Osei-Himah
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Peer Tutoring ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Achievement Test ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Scientific Concepts ◽  
Main Research ◽  
Education In Ghana

The study used peer tutoring to teach pre-service teachers to improve their performance in physics at Atebubu College of Education in Ghana. To achieve the purpose of the study an action research design was used.  A total number of 140 were purposively selected. Quantitative data was collected from pre-service teachers using achievement test and questionnaire as the main research instruments. Through the analysis of the quantitative data using percentages, means, standard deviation, it was found that the pre-service teachers’ performance in physics was enhanced as a result of the peer tutoring method adopted for the study. It was recommended that, Science tutors at the Colleges of Education are encouraged to adapt to the teaching and learning of scientific concepts through peer tutoring means as the findings of the study has shown that peer tutoring teaching and learning of physics help reduce students’ forgetfulness and recitation of scientific concepts.

scholarly journals Understanding of Chemicai Formulae And Nomenclature Of Inorganic Compounds Using Improvised Conceptual Models Among Teacher-Trainees In Offinso And Atebubu Colleges Of Education In Ghana

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bilatam Peter Mayeem ◽  
Anna M. Naah ◽  
Augustine Adjei
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Conceptual Models ◽  
Inorganic Compounds ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Teacher Trainees ◽  
Cognitive Capability ◽  
Education In Ghana ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
And Control

The study aimed at enhancing the understanding of SHS students in chemical formulae and nomenclature using locally constructed conceptual models. It was carried out in Offinso and Atebubu Colleges of Education. The research instrument used was pretest and protest on an experimental and control group with 200 students as sample size. Developmental research design with cluster and purposive sampling techniques were employed. Five research questions were formulated out of which four were modified into null hypothesis and was tested using 2-tailed t-test at 0.05 level of significance. The research results have showed that the use of conceptual models enhanced the understanding of Teacher-trainees in chemical formulae and nomenclature. Additionally, it was found out that the conceptual models had no influence on gender or cognitive capability. This emphasized that conceptual models should be used to assist the teaching and learning of chemical formulae and nomenclature.    

scholarly journals Penggunaan Smart Mind Map dalam Pdp Pendidikan Moral

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jahidih Saili ◽  
Azmil Hashim ◽  
Nurul Hamimi Awang Japilan
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Experimental Design ◽  
Moral Education ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Two Phases

This research identified the effectiveness of using Smart Mind Map in the teaching and learning of Moral education at Institut Kemahiran MARA (IKM) Bintulu. This quantitative study was conducted in two phases. The first phase employed a survey design and the survey data were obtained by using the questionnaire instrument while the second phase is employed a quasi-experimental design. A total of 47 students involved in this research. The validity of the data was determined by establishing reference from a panel of experts. The quantitative data were analysed descriptively and were inferred to obtain frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation. As a result, it was found that the reliability of the instrument that was assessed via alpha Cronbach had been high, which was >80. The results show that the attitude of students is high and the use of Smart Mind Map provides a variety of benefits to students in the teaching and learning of Moral education. Quasi-experiments showed that the use of Smart Mind Map effective in improving students academic achievement. Thus, the use of Smart Mind Map need to be underway again and continuous efforts should be done to improve the function and effectiveness of Smart Mind Map in the teaching and learning of Moral education.

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 on the Nature of Academic Work in Colleges of Education in Ghana

2022 ◽  
Vol 27 ◽  
pp. 117-130
Author(s):  
Sally Diviner Yaa Adzaku ◽  
Hayford Daniel Adzakpa
Keyword(s):  
Student Affairs ◽  
Academic Work ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
It Services ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Education In Ghana ◽  
Sampling Procedures ◽  
The Impact

This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 on the nature of academic work in Colleges of Education in Ghana. The study adopted the descriptive survey design. A sample of 346 students was selected for the study. The participants chosen from the Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education, Peki College of Education and the St. Theresah College of Education in the Volta Region of Ghana through purposive, convenience and snowball sampling procedures. Data were gathered using an online questionnaire. Data were received from 270 students resulting in a 78% return rate. The data were analysed using frequencies and percentages as well as means and standard deviations. The results showed that tutors in Colleges of Education mostly taught during the COVID-19 period by sending audio recordings, texts or slide presentations to students. This was however not done in real time. Also, the tutors gave assignments and quizzes and gave feedback on the performance of the students. Finally, it was found that most students’ services were not provided satisfactorily when school came to an abrupt end because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Specifically, student counselling services, student affairs services, organisation of tutorials/seminars and practical classes as well as technical support or IT services and supervisions and mentorships were not satisfactorily provided. It was therefore recommended that authorities in Colleges of Education should liaise with officers in charge of specific services like counselling, student affairs and technical or IT support so that they can effectively and satisfactorily assist students even when they are not on campus.

scholarly journals Transitioning from Face-to-Face to Online Instruction in the COVID-19 Era: Challenges of Tutors at Colleges of Education in Ghana

2020 ◽  
pp. 8-17
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Aboagye
Keyword(s):  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Emergency Situation ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The Face ◽  
Education In Ghana ◽  
Learning Development

Online learning (e-learning) is well established as one of the best pedagogical approaches in recent years. Despite numerous pieces of literature addressing the significance and limitations of this type of approach, little has been done on the challenges involved in the transition from the face-to-face method of teaching without a blended approach to a complete online in an emergency situation. The present study examined the challenges faced by tutors at colleges of education in Ghana to transition from face-to-face (conventional) to a complete online in the COVID-19 era. A mixed methods design was employed to gather data using questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The data were analysed separately, and the results showed how network, pedagogies, Learning Management Systems and students' factors hinder tutors to successfully deliver online. The study further reported the blended approach as an effective method to assist the tutors for a more effective and less painful transition. Based on the findings, it is relevant for all educational institutions that use a conventional method to adopt a blended approach to help transition to a complete online in case of emergencies. However, it was revealed that online teaching and learning development is expensive, therefore, it requires assistance from stakeholders for a successful implementation.

scholarly journals DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF TUTORS ON THE INTEGRATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING IN THE COLLEGES OF EDUCATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Adoma Sefah ◽  
Samuel Obed Amoah ◽  
Henry Yaw Acheampong ◽  
Francis Britwum
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Public Colleges ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
The Public ◽  
Technology In Teaching ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Education In Ghana

The purpose of the study was to examine demographic characteristics of tutors on the integration of information and communication technology in teaching and learning in the Colleges of Education in Ghana. The descriptive survey design was used to conduct the study. The purposive sampling technique was used in the selection process. The sample size was 120 tutors. Independent sample t-test and One-way ANOVA were used to analyze the data. The findings showed that there is a significant difference between male and female tutors in their use of ICTs in teaching and learning in the public Colleges of Education in Ghana. The findings revealed that there is no significant difference between tutors with different age and their integration of ICT in teaching and learning. The findings again, indicated that there is no significant difference between the level of academic qualification and the use of ICTs among tutors. The results revealed that there is a significant difference between the use of ICTs among tutors based on their teaching experience. The study recommended that female tutors who could not effectively integrate ICT into the teaching and learning should be identified and supported to integrate ICT into the teaching of the subject. The study recommended that appropriate pedagogical models suitable for the integration of ICTs in teaching and learning should be developed by curriculum designers to assist tutors in their urge to employ them in the teaching and learning process. The study again, recommended that management of the public Colleges of Education in Ghana should seek sponsorship from internet service providers in Ghana to provide free or affordable and reliable internet connectivity in the colleges to facilitate effective use of ICTs in the teaching and learning in the Colleges of Education. <p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0896/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

scholarly journals Managing Transitions: Coping Strategies for New Principals in Colleges of Education, Ghana

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (01) ◽  
pp. 1173-1184
Author(s):  
Caroline Aggrey-Fynn
Keyword(s):  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Relationship Building ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Transition Management ◽  
New Principals ◽  
Education In Ghana ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
Smooth Transitions

Principals’ transition in Colleges of Education in Ghana is critical to quality teacher education and training, but it comes with complexities and challenges to newly appointed principals. However, there is a seeming absence of research on strategies for smooth transitions in Colleges of Education in Ghana. This study was therefore conducted to establish strategies that promoted the College of Education principals’ transition management in Ghana. Phenomenological research design was used for the study. Ten (10) newly appointed principals of public colleges of education were purposively sampled for the study. Interview protocol was the research instrument used. The data collected was analyzed using content analysis method. The study established that capacity building, relationship building, appropriate leadership style and maintenance of discipline were key among the coping strategies for smooth transitions. This study then provides a guide for new principals. It was recommended that this area should be further explored and a model for managing transition designed to support College of Education principals’ in transition.

scholarly journals Assessing Pre-Service Teachers View On Improving Discipline in Colleges of Education in Ghana: A Study at Wesley College of Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (`11) ◽  
pp. 1663-1675
Author(s):  
Grace Aba Mensah ◽  
Lydia Boateng Berko ◽  
Grace Yeboah ◽  
Kennedy Ameyaw Baah
Keyword(s):  
Parental Involvement ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
School Suspension ◽  
Counselling Services ◽  
Education Data ◽  
In School Suspension ◽  
Education In Ghana ◽  
Severe Punishment

Education at every level is expected to affect behaviour of those who experience it.  This makes discipline very essential component in delivery of education. The study was a case study designed to examine students’ views on improving discipline in Colleges of Education. Data was collected from 244 respondents at Wesley College of Education in Ashanti Region, Ghana using a 4-point Likert and 5-point Likert scale questionnaire. The data were analysed using frequency and percentage. The study revealed that students viewed the concept of discipline as punishment which was generally perceived as severe. Punishment in the College included withdrawing students’ privileges, in-school suspension and out-of-school suspension among others. They regarded the causes of indiscipline to be the result of lack of students’ participation in the decision making process of the school, unclear rules. Students’ indiscipline was also attributed to bad training at home, students falling into bad company in school and lack of freedom for students. However disciplinary measures such as the use of guidance and counselling services, religious training, and parental involvement, had more positive responses.  Based on the findings, some recommendations were made to improve discipline in Colleges of Education. For instance, there should be clarity of rules, this will enable students to understand the rules and abide by them. In addition, Students of colleges should be taught the value of self-discipline. These will help the student teacher to learn more appropriate ways to ensure discipline when they go out to practice.

scholarly journals Developing A Conceptual Framework for Science Teaching at Colleges of Education in Ghana

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
pp. 13-18
Author(s):  
A. M. Naah ◽  
M. Owusu ◽  
V. Osei-Himah ◽  
F. Owusu Ansah ◽  
T. K. Mensah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Science Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Science Content ◽  
Physical Universe ◽  
Education In Ghana ◽  
Understanding Of Science ◽  
And Performance

This paper looks at Science taught in Ghana generally. It defines Science and science education fundamentally, as the methodical observation, conception, analysis, and exhibition of patterns to understand what exist in the physical universe which is evidence-based and their interactions with each other. The understanding of these processes keeps changing as new relationships and explanations emerge. The motion and interactivity with materials employed by the pedagogies become key elements for creating exciting, dynamic and captivating experiences that motivate students to learn and pursue a science course with a greater sense of purpose. Science education is the teaching and learning of science to non-scientists, such as school children, college students, or adults within the general public. The field of science education includes work in science content, science process, some social science, and some teaching pedagogy. However, the employ of inappropriate teaching methodologies is one of the factors that contribute to the low participation and performance of students in science. Little effort is made to relate the concepts learnt and the examples/illustrations used to real life, especially within the context of the students' own lives and environment. This article attempts to proffer a concise definition to merge the ideas from some scholars for a better understanding of science; meaning of Science Education; relevance of the study of science (or science education); problems of science teaching in Ghana and the effects and propounds a challenging model for implementation for effective science teaching in Colleges of Education in Ghana.

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