scholarly journals THE USE OF JAZZ CHANTS TO DEVELOP YEAR 3 PUPILS’ ABILITYTO CONSTRUCT SIMPLE SENTENCES

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dina Syafiqa Annur Azhar ◽  
SriRanjani Naidu
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Classroom Teaching ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Simple Sentences ◽  
Collection Methods

This action research attempts to improve teacher’s classroom teaching in developing pupils’ ability to construct simple sentences. Jazz chanting was adapted to teach writing skills and  was used as the intervention. This research aimed to describe the extent the use of jazz chants was able to develop Year 3 pupils’ ability to construct simple sentences effectively. Three research participants  were chosen among year 3 pupils. The participants were purposefully identified as they had encountered difficulties in constructing simple sentences. Three lessons to exploit the intervention were conducted in this research. The data collection methods that were used in this research to gain insights into the effectiveness of the teacher’s teaching strategy were document analysis consisting of worksheets and a pre-test and a post-test, observation and a semi-structured interview with the participants. The research findings revealed that the teaching with the use of the intervention, jazz chanting, was able to positively impact two participants in constructing simple sentences effectively.Meanwhile, triangulation of the various data also indicated that the teaching aided by the intervention failed to have the expected impact on one participant. Discussion of the research findings and conclusion had highlighted the researcher’s pertinent reflection and suggestions for further improvement on the intervention and for future research.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge of Mothers on Prevention of Hypothermia among Newborns in Selected Hospitals of Belgaum, Karnataka

2010 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-92
Author(s):  
Sangeeta N Kharde ◽  
Usha M Bhandari
Keyword(s):  
Crucial Role ◽  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
T Test ◽  
Newborn Baby ◽  
Test Design ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Interview Schedule ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Postnatal Mothers

ABSTRACT A newborn baby is a god's divine precious gift given to a mother. Nurses play very crucial role in prevention of newborn hypothermia during the hospitalization of newborn in NICU. To evaluate the effectiveness of PTP on prevention of hypothermia in newborn among mothers was the main objective of the present study. One group pretest, post-test design (pre-experimental) was used. 30 postnatal mothers were selected by nonprobability sampling and pretest questionnaire was administered through structured interview schedule. After PTP 7 days after posttest was conducted on same group. Results were analysed by ‘t’ test. The results revealed that there was statistically significant association between knowledge of mothers and age and religion, and remaining three variables there was no statistical significant association (p < 0.05). The PTP was the best teaching strategy as it enhance the knowledge on prevention of hypothermia.

scholarly journals The Impact of Virtual Writing Tutor on Writing Skills and Attitudes of Omani College Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 101
Author(s):  
Amal Aamir Al Badi ◽  
Mohamed El Tahir Osman ◽  
Abdo, M. Al-Mekhlafi
Keyword(s):  
Academic Writing ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Total N ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Writing Tutor ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

The present study aimed to examine the impact of Virtual Writing Tutor (VWT) software on the academic writing skills of Year 1 Omani EFL students in the College of Applied Science, (CAS)-Sohar and their attitudes towards using VWT software to enhance their academic writing skills. The sample consisted of 35 students in the control group and 35 in the experimental group (Total N= 70) who were enrolled in the English for Academic Purposes (ENAP1002) course at CAS-Sohar. The data collection tools included pre-test and post-test for the two groups, and attitude scale for the experimental group. The findings of the study showed a positive large effect size (Cohen’s d = 0.88) of VWT on writing skills. In addition, Year 1 students in the experimental group enjoyed using the VWT software and found it beneficial and helpful in checking the accuracy of their essays including spelling, punctuation, grammar and vocabulary. In light of the research findings, implications and recommendations for future research were outlined.

scholarly journals Computer Supported Collaborative Writing: Does it Work among ESL Learners?

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 35
Author(s):  
Nur Hazirah Che Ithnin ◽  
Farhanahbinti Mohamad Fikray ◽  
Noor Zainab Abdul Razak
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Collaborative Writing ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Writing Assessments ◽  
Writing Skill ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
User Friendly ◽  
Esl Learners

This study examines the effectiveness of using Wiki as a platform to enhance EL learners’ writing skill in English language. In particular, the aim of this research is to examine learners’ performance in composing English language essays as well as to identify the challenges which the students faced throughout the process of writing through Wiki. This study involved the respondents from secondary school who were in Form 2 and it consists of three levels of language proficiency which the researchers have identified. Specifically, the research data is collected through writing assessments (pre-test and post-test). For pre-test and post-test, the website selected as a platform was ZOHO Wiki which is a free user friendly online server designed for collaborative writing. The data from pre-test and post-test was analysed according to the marks obtained. Particularly, the research findings showed that students positively show an encouraging improvement in their English language essays and writing skill. Besides, some   challenges on the Wiki website and technological related issues that occurred during the process of Wiki mediated writing have also been identified such as difficulties in terms of Wiki tools software, technological related problem, collaborative writing issues, and other relevant challenges related to the research topic. In addition, the pedagogical implications, limitations as well as recommendations on the future research which are relevant to the present study are discussed and elaborated. In short, collaborative learning through Wiki provides learners with an interactive platform for writing English language composition.

scholarly journals THE EFFECT OF THE GOOGLE CLASSROOM APPLICATION ON THE STUDENTS’ WRITING SKILLS IN SMA SWASTA GAJAH MADA MEDAN DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 279-286
Author(s):  
Irma Khoirot Daulay ◽  
Agnes Charismah Iman Putri Zendrato ◽  
Jeffry Jeffry ◽  
Neslita Elisabeth Manik ◽  
Priska Simamora
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Research Result ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Teaching Writing ◽  
Normality Test ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Test Result

The research aims to determine the effectiveness of applying the Google Classroom Application on the students' Writing Skills from grade X1 of SMA Swasta Gajah Mada Medan. The research applied the quantitative method with experimental design. The data were analyzed using the mathematics system related to the methods applied in the research. According to the research findings, it is concluded that Applying Google Classroom Application potentially gives more effectiveness in teaching writing skills to the students. After the post-test is done, the mean score of applying Google Classroom Application is 85.65. The standard deviation is 7.353, and the number of students is 26. The mean by applying conventional strategy is  62.00, the standard deviation is 3.943, and the number of students is 24. From the research result, the researchers found that the mean score of the experimental group students was improved by 17.10. In the controlled group, the mean score of the students was improved by 9.75. After the post-test by applying Google Classroom Application to the students is undertaken,  the normality test result is 0.465. After a post-test to the students by applying the conventional teaching method in the controlled group is given, the normality test result is 0.243. The research finding explained that the Google Classroom Application successfully improved the students'  writing skills, especially at SMA Swasta Gajah Mada Medan during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Transfer of Ownership and Preservation of Anti-apartheid Movement Liberation Archives: Memories of the African National Congress of South Africa

Mousaion ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nkholedzeni Sidney Netshakhuma
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
African National Congress ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
National Congress ◽  
Collection Methods

This study examined the transfer of ownership and preservation of the anti-apartheid movement (AAM) archives. The purpose of the paper is to present empirical research findings regarding the compliance of the African National Congress (ANC) with principles of ownership and preservation during the digitisation of liberation archives. The research grounding this paper used a qualitative method that allowed the triangulation of data collection methods. Interview data were augmented through interviews, document analysis and observation. The findings revealed the ANC’s non-compliance with some of the principles of ownership during the digitisation of liberation archives. The unauthorised digitisation of some of the AAM liberation archives has created a legal dispute relating to ownership. The study concludes that organisations which embark on a digitisation project, must adhere to the principles of ownership. Furthermore, the successful implementation of digitisation requires collaboration and partnerships between project owners and technological companies.

scholarly journals Developing Writing Skill of Language Students by Applying Innovative Teaching Strategy Model Based on Social and Local Wisdom Contexts

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 01 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syarifuddin Achmad
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Test Design ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Strategy Model ◽  
Writing Skill ◽  
Post Test ◽  
High Level

<p>The aim of this study is to build up students’ writing skills through Innovation Teaching Strategy Model (ITSM). This study was conducted in Letters and Culture Faculty of Universitas Negeri Gorontalo (UNG), with the students of English and Indonesian department as the participants. The current study is based on the social culture and local wisdom context utilizing Information Computer Technology (ICT). This model supports the students to have a high level of thinking and performance in writing skills in English and Indonesian language. This study utilized Research and Development (R &amp;D) approach using Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Reflection method with the strategy of one group pre-test and post-test design. This study reaches two target achievements; <strong><em>firstly</em></strong> creating the effective innovation teaching strategy model after statistic examining through one group pre-test and post-test design, and <strong><em>secondly </em></strong>improving the students’ competencies and writing skill through learning and teaching process treatment of writing course as an effect of applying Innovation teaching strategy model application.   </p>

scholarly journals A Study of Using E-Writing Instructional Design Program to Develop English Writing Ability of Thai EFL Learners

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 43
Author(s):  
Pongpatchara Kawinkoonlasate
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Design ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Achievement Level ◽  
Average Deviation ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Future Outcomes

Learning with technology has become essential in today&rsquo;s education not only in Thailand but also all around the world. Technology has been an important tool for improving language learners&rsquo; reading writing, speaking, and listening for quite some time. Writing, however, has been one of the most supported skills thanks to technology. Learning how to write paragraphs or essays is an essential skill for learners. The purposes of this quasi-experimental study were:&nbsp; 1) to examine the effectiveness of the e-Writing instructional design program in developing the writing skills of EFL learners, 2) to explore learners&rsquo; satisfaction and motivation toward the e-Writing instructional design program, and 3) to study learners&rsquo; autonomy after completing the e-Writing instructional design program. This study employed the purposive sampling method to select 33 second-year learners. Lesson plans, e-writing programs, learner perception questionnaires, interviews, as well as a pre and post-test were the tools used to gather relevant data. A t-test with standard and average deviation was used to investigate the quantitative data. Interview data were analyzed using content analysis. The quantitative findings revealed that the writing achievement level of the learners before and after receiving the treatment was significantly different at 0.001. The learners&rsquo; post-test scores of 33 learners increased over the pre-test scores. From the questionnaire results, the satisfaction level of undergraduate learners toward the instruction of this course had average scores of 4.34 which was an excellent level.&nbsp; Furthermore, interviews revealed that learners are satisfied with the e-Writing instructional design program because this could improve learners&rsquo; writing skills and promote more learner autonomy. Recommendations are made and presented in terms of future practical application and future research needs to be done to analyze results and the effects of future outcomes.

scholarly journals The Effects of Student Led Conferences on the Improvement of 21st Century Career and Life Skills

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 152-169
Author(s):  
Canan Şişman ◽  
Elif Bahadır
Keyword(s):  
Academic Success ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Student Development ◽  
Private School ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Learning Goals ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Leadership Qualities ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Document Review

This study examined the contribution of student-led conferences to students’ acquisition of responsibility, self-management, self-expression, communication skills and leadership qualities, which are within the scope of 21st century life and career skills. For this purpose, the case study design was used in the study in which a total of 249 students, 280 parents and 22 teachers from primary school (4th grade), secondary school and high school levels in a private school participated. Data triangulation method was used to increase the validity of the research. In this context, the techniques of questionnaire, semi-structured interview and document review were used. Research findings have shown that student-led conferences have a positive effect on helping students acquire 21st century skills, and confirm that this is an important process for student development. In the future research, it can be focused on the effects of these student-led conferences on student achievement. The effects of the portfolio presentations made by the students at the conferences and the planning they made about learning goals at the conferences on their academic success in the long term can be investigated.

scholarly journals The Use of Digital Storytelling in Teaching Plot in Narrative Writing for Year 4 Pupils in a Primary School

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (8) ◽  
pp. 19-29
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Digital Storytelling ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Narrative Text ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Narrative Writing ◽  
Feedback Form ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Experimental Group

Narrative writing in ESL classrooms is usually seen as a complex process. However, the need to help the pupils to produce a narrative essay is becoming crucial as it is a part of the UPSR examination (Primary School Evaluation Test), which carries a very high weight-age of marks for that particular session. Therefore, Digital Storytelling used as a tool to help pupils to produce better narratives. This study reports quasiexperimental research on the use of Digital Storytelling in teaching plot development in narrative writing for year-4 pupils in an urban primary school. 30 pupils were chosen using purposive sampling in a school in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A pre-test of narrative writing was administered to evaluate the participants’ writing skills. The quasi-experimental research design was used to conduct this study. The participants were separated into two different groups: one experimental group and one control group. The participants of the experimental group used Digital Storytelling, focusing on plot development to produce a narrative text while the control group received a conventional method of teaching narrative writing. Finally, all the participants answered a post-test of producing narrative writing. Besides pre-test and post-test, the data was qualitatively gathered using Feedback Form, Semi-structured Interview of 4 participants, and Document Analysis of the narrative text produced. This effective, innovative strategy can be used to develop pupils’ narrative writing skills on many levels besides year-4 pupils.

scholarly journals The Effect of Classroom Debate Activities on Pre-service Teachers’ Argumentativeness

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-130
Author(s):  
Kübra Şengül ◽  
Ahmet Demirel
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Application Process ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Turkish Language

The aim of this study is to examine the effect of classroom debate activities on the argumentativeness of Turkish language teacher candidates. The study group of the research consists of 29 freshman students in the Turkish Language Teaching program. Designed in mixed method, in this study Argumentativeness Scale and Semi-Structured Interview Form were used as data collection tools. The application process of the study took a total five weeks. For the analysis of the quantitative data which was obtained through the Argumentativeness Scale, the pre and post-test scores were compared using the t-test. However, at the end of the application, the opinions of the students were taken through the semi-structured interview form and these data were analyzed using the content analysis technique. As a result of the research, it was determined that there is a significant difference between the argumentativeness pre-test scores and post-test scores of the study group. The findings obtained from the interviews also confirmed that there is a difference in the argumentativeness of the teacher candidates. As a result, it was seen that classroom debate activities carried out in accordance with the rules can motivate prospective teachers to do discussions and reduce their anxiety and fear of discussions. In addition to this, according to the findings, debate activities encourage students to do research, create a competitive environment in the classroom and ensure active participation in the lessons. In line with the research results, suggestions for classroom discussion practices and suggestions for future research have been presented.

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