scholarly journals Improving Basic Design courses through Competences of Tuning MEDA

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Rafee Hakky
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Basic Design ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Learning Retention ◽  
Architectural Engineering ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
Analysis And Synthesis ◽  
High Level

<p>It is well established that Tuning’s development of the concept of competences for the improvement of what is referred to as student-centered approach has proven itself beneficial in developing higher education programs.<a title="" href="#_ftn1">[1]</a>  This paper examines the application of competences suggested by Tuning-MEDA to the benefit of teaching architecture. Two courses were selected from the Architectural Engineering Program at the International University for Science and Technology, Damascus, Syria; namely, Basic Design I and II. Five competences were selected as crucial to be achieved in these two courses: ability to think, perceive and conceive spaces three dimensionally and communicate verbally, in writing, graphically, and/or volumetrically; have critical thinking, analysis and synthesis; knowledge of aesthetics and arts, and understanding their role as key factors in the quality of architectural thinking and design; possess a high level of interpersonal skills; and appreciation of the social and cultural role of architecture. The two courses are evaluated at two levels before being examined in relation to their ability to achieve these competences. They were looked at in connection with Bloom’s Taxonomy and found to be able to deliver learning at its upper levels; namely, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. They were also examined against the typical Learning Retention Pyramid and were found to provide learning opportunities through learning techniques which provide a high level of retention: demonstration, group discussion, and practice by doing. Finally, it was found that the five competences assigned to the courses were very much achievable and indeed through applying them, the two courses were more focused and could achieve their objectives more successfully.</p><div><br clear="all" /><hr align="left" size="1" width="33%" /><div><p><a title="" href="#_ftnref1">[1]</a> Robert Wagenaar, “Competences and learning Outcomes: a Panacea for Understanding the (New) Role of Higher Education?” <em>Tuning Journal for Higher Education</em> 1, no. 2 (May 2014): 279-302.</p></div></div>

scholarly journals Sustainable Innovation in Higher Education: The Impact of Gender on Innovation Competences

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (9) ◽  
pp. 5004
Author(s):  
Raquel Ferreras-Garcia ◽  
Jordi Sales-Zaguirre ◽  
Enric Serradell-López
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Business Students ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Sustainable Innovation ◽  
Educational Implications ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
High Level ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Innovation In Higher Education

There is currently an increasing interest for sustainable innovation in our society. The European agendas highlight the role of higher education institutions in the formation and development of innovation competences among students. Our study aimed to contribute to the analysis of the level of achievement of students’ innovation competences by considering two sustainable development goals (SDG) of the 2030 United Nations’ Agenda: Gender Equality (SDG 5) and Quality Education (SDG 4). This article tries to answer how business students perceive their own innovation competences and which innovative competences are best achieved by students, as well as if there are differences in the achievement of these competences depending on the students’ gender. Our results, from a sample of 360 students in the Business Administration and Management Bachelor’s Degree at the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, confirm the extensive development of innovation competences. Moreover, female students present a high level of preparation for innovation-oriented action. These findings have educational implications for potentiating the innovation competences and environments where females can attain innovation skills.

scholarly journals The Role of Triple Helix Actors for Agro-Tourism Development in West Sumatera

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 217
Author(s):  
Widya Fitriana
Keyword(s):  
Triple Helix ◽  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
High Level

Agricultural sector as a main contributor to GDP formation in West Sumatera is required to be able to diversify its business in order to highest achieving economic and social development. One diversified agricultural business prospective to be developed is agro-tourism. The development of agro-tourism requires collaboration and synergy between academician, businessman and government as known as triple helix actors. This study is designed with aim to (i) map the agro-tourism potential in west Sumatera; (ii) analyze the role of each actors, so they may take action in accelerating Agro-tourism development. This research uses observation, depth interview method, literature study and focus group discussion. The result shows that agro-tourism in West Sumatra is more prominent of great natural and cultural value, small scale and lack of local facilities. It also requires relatively high level of investment relative to its return. Therefore government support is likely an essential element of agro-tourism development and the effort may be better directed toward consolidating with intellectual and business also.

Accounting and Finance Students' Perceptions About Active Learning in an Economics-Lecture Classroom

2020 ◽  
pp. 18-34
Author(s):  
Sandrina B. Moreira
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Active Learning ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Interactive Learning ◽  
Learning Experiences ◽  
Decisive Role ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Student Centered Learning ◽  
Learning Techniques

In higher education there is an increasing trend from teacher-centered to student-centered learning environments, wherein active learning experiences can play a decisive role. This chapter assesses how students perceive the use of active learning techniques within the lecture framework, traditionally accepting students as passive listeners. A survey was distributed in the undergraduate course of Accounting and Finance - evening classes, at the end of the semester, to evaluate and help refine the active learning approach conducted in an economics course. Students reported an overall positive response towards active learning, which helped them to focus, engage, and learn. They especially value the lectures as interactive learning experiences. Students' appraisal regarding the usefulness of key implementation rules like the what, when, who technique on slide-written instructions, as well as the variety of active learning activities tested, revealed the designing and testing of active learning events need improvement.

The Greek Challenge in Work-Based Learning

2008 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 177-182
Author(s):  
Nikolaos I. Taousanidis ◽  
Myrofora A. Antoniadou
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Community Of Practice ◽  
Open Learning ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
Educational Programmes ◽  
Pedagogical Principles

Work-based learning is generated, controlled and used within a community of practice and brings new understanding to pedagogical principles as the role of worker becomes also that of learner. This paper presents a series of opportunities of this type of learning, which even enables students to work at a distance, using open-learning techniques, as self-managed learners in their work-related context. The author analyses the legitimacy of work-based knowledge in a higher education setting: this is crucial in understanding the differences and similarities both within the field of work-based learning itself and between work-based learning and more conventional educational programmes. Finally, a method of facilitating and managing such work- based learning in universities is presented.

The Development and Establishment of Technology in South Africa

1998 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-26
Author(s):  
N.P. du Preez ◽  
P. van Eldik ◽  
M. Möhr ◽  
H.H. van der Watt
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
South African ◽  
Importance Rating ◽  
Higher Education System ◽  
Diffusion Of Technology ◽  
African Higher Education ◽  
High Level ◽  
South African Higher Education

In a two-part analysis (Part 2 follows on pp 27–31), the authors discuss the key results of a South African project conducted during 1996 which focused on the factors relating to the development and establishment of technology in a country. The study investigated through a detailed questionnaire survey and a literature survey the various factors that promote the development and establishment of technology by comparing their perceived importance with the actual role they currently play in South Africa. This paper, Part 1, concentrates on the role of higher education. The importance of academic institutions in supplying high-level human resources was rated very highly (90.47%) but the role it is currently playing in reality was rated at 52.8%. Closely connected with this, the availability of high-level skilled technological people was given an importance of 89% while the current reality was rated at only 43%. This clearly shows that the South African higher education system is performing poorly in addressing these vital needs. The availability of entrepreneurs with innovative and creative skills to participate in the development and diffusion of technology was given an importance rating of 84.3% against a current situation of 42.2%, again indicating South Africa's weak performance. The results of the survey and the consequent recommendations are important to all developing countries with newly industrial economies.

scholarly journals Teaching as coaching: Experiences with a video-baed flipped classroom combined with project-based approach in technology and physics higher education

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 404 ◽  
Author(s):  
Herena Torio
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Flipped Classroom ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Teaching Approach ◽  
Knowledge Dissemination ◽  
Traditional Teaching ◽  
Digital Society ◽  
Knowledge Appropriation ◽  
High Level

The role of faculty in higher education as knowledge disseminators within the knowledge and digital society can be completely redefined. This paper presents results from a video-based flipped classroom approach combined with a project-oriented learning arrangement. I show that videos combined with a project-based learning setting can be a powerful tool to facilitate the shift from knowledge dissemination to knowledge appropriation. Besides, results show a high level of student's satisfaction and achievement during the course. The competences obtained by the students during the course reach far beyond those possible in a similar course with a traditional teaching approach.

Drug Education: A Re-Evaluation

1971 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Miller
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Drug Use ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Drug Education ◽  
Student Centered

The following is the description of an educational gamble. Even before Dewey, educators have wanted to involve students in the educational process. Drug use by students has catapulted educators into the need to cooperate with students in the development and execution of meaningful curricula in health education. Based on this need to re-evaluate health education methodology the Carmel Central Schools embarked on a student centered, created and executed program. Students were trained to develop a curriculum and teach it. These students also trained selected leaders in each health class to run their own micro-group discussion. The role of the teacher became that of a resource person.

scholarly journals Peran K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri Sebagai Menteri Agama Pada Masa Orde Lama (1962 – 1967)

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 303-312
Author(s):  
Elya Faridah ◽  
Ajid Hakim
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Islamic Education ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Quality Of Teaching ◽  
Religious Books ◽  
Biographical Approach ◽  
High Level

This study deals with the role of KH. Saifuddin Zuhri as Minister of Religion using biographical approach by describing his passion in improving the quality of Islamic education, particularly the Islamic university. He plays a vital role in the development of Islamic universities, namely the State Islamic Institute (IAIN). IAIN is a center for high-level teaching and education activities for Muslim youth. During a period of leadership of KH Saifuddin Zuhri at the Ministry of Religious affair, he succeeded in inaugurating the IAIN at the provincial level by naming the universities according to figures from the region and 14 IAIN branches at the district level. / city. To support the improvement of the quality of teaching staff and infrastructure for higher education, K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri seeks to make a policy, namely by sending students to study abroad on scholarships, establishing a translation and publishing agency for the Qur'an, managing the distribution of religious books to schools and Islamic boarding schools. In addition, he also made policies to appoint honorary religious teachers and the equivalent of madrasa diplomas. For his efforts, IAIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta gave a sign of honor for a professor in the field of da'wah with the title "professor" to K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri.

scholarly journals A Proposal of Educational Video Gamification as a Service

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel de Sousa Moraes ◽  
Álan L. V. Guedes ◽  
Antonio J. G. Busson ◽  
Carlos de Salles Soares Neto ◽  
Sérgio Colcher
Keyword(s):  
Deep Learning ◽  
Online Course ◽  
Educational Video ◽  
Hybrid Courses ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Massive Open Online Course ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
High Level ◽  
Khan Academy ◽  
Storage Distribution

Online and hybrid courses are characterized by the use of technologies teaching support and student-centered methodologies. In particular, the use of content authoring, storage, distribution, and presentation technologies has contributed to the emergence of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), such as Moodle, and MOOCS (Massive Open Online Course), such as EdX. However, those types of courses still suffers from problems involving student engagement. To improve this engagement, this article discusses the proposal of a Deep Learning as a Service (DLaS) called EVGAS (Educational Video Gamification As a Service). More precisely, EVGAS is a service for recommending and gamifying activities in existing educational VLE videos. First, EVGAS uses Deep Learning techniques to classify videos from an AVA. Then, it accesses repositories of activities, such as Khan Academy and UVA OnlineJudge, in order to select activities according to the topics classified from the videos. Finally, EVGAS adds VLA activities and gamification. It allows the teacher to monitor student progress, including in relation to each topic of the video. As a result, this paper presents high level requirements and an EVGAS Mockup.

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