scholarly journals Evaluation of TOEFL preparation course program to improve students’ test score

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mega Selvi Maharani ◽  
Nur Hidayanto Pancoro Setyo Putro

This research was conducted to evaluate the management program in English village, to maintain the program that is implemented and to increase program quality.  Method used in this study was descriptive qualitative and quantitative research. Model evaluation used CIRO (Context, Input, Reaction, and Outcome) by War, Bird and Rackman. Subject of this reseach were 30 students, 4 tutors, and program director.  Interview, survey, and observation was used for collecting the data. The analyzed quantitative data used descriptive percentage and qualitative data used condensation, data exposure, conclusion drawing and verification. The result of this study comprise; (1) Context in this study considered to participant needed which synchronized to the standard implementation of the TOEFL real test and national standar. (2) Input have been provided well prepared including program plan, tutor qualification, for admission of course participants, and facilities. (3) Reaction of the participants atisfaction was in the satisfactory category and the participant's assessment reaction of the TOEFL program implementation process was in the very good category. (4) Outcome obtained by course participants in the TOEFL scoring has not increased significantly, it has even decreased during the last test. 

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 178
Author(s):  
Rukayah Rukayah ◽  
Bambang Ismanto

<p><em>This study aimed to evaluate the implementation of school based management in SD Negeri Genuk 01 District West Ungaran in terms of context, input, process and product. This study was qualitative evaluative research using CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) model of evaluation developed by Stufflebeam. Data collection techniques used were interviews, observation and documentation. Test validity of data using triangulation technique. The results showed that: 1) from the context evaluation, school based management is needed by all stakeholders of the school to improve the quality of education; 2) from the input evaluation, human resources, curriculum, facilities, and funds were sufficient and ready to be used for the implementation of the school based management in primary School Genuk 01; 3) from the process evaluation, the implementation of school based management was not fully in accordance with the plan, especially in the decision making process and the learning process; 4) from the product evaluation, product (output) produced has not been as expected. It is therefore recommended that the school based management program continued with improvements in program implementation process.</em></p>


2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-39
Author(s):  
Wulpiah Wulpiah

This empirical research is intended to analyze the effect/implication of KUBE program on economic empowerment and community welfare at  Bangka Regency. The implementation of the variable (x¹) was measured by three indicator variables namely theoretical and technological support, the diversity of the target group’s behavior and the desired level of behavior change. Structure of KUBE program and implementation process (x²) were measured by clarity and consistency of KUBE program objectives, its accuracy and the allocation of funding sources. External factor variables that influence the implementation of KUBE program (x³) were measured by five indicator variables; socio-economic, public support, constituents, government support, and commitment. This research is quantitative research with descriptive analysis techniques, and inferential analysis using Multiple Linear Regression, and SPSS 23.0 software. The population of this research is some KUBE which spread in several villages in Bangka Regency with 122 groups across 8 sub-districts.  The sample of the study is 5 KUBE with 53 members at Sungailiat, Mendo Barat dan Merawang Sub-district. The result of the study showed that the implementation of the KUBE did not affect the economic empowerment and welfare of people in Bangka regency. On the other hand, the structure variable of KUBE program implementation affects the economic empowerment and welfare of people in Bangka regency. Moreover, the external factor variables that influence the implementation of the KUBE program affects the economic empowerment and welfare of people in Bangka regency.


2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Detty Jeane Kalengkongan ◽  
Yeanneke Liesbeth Tinungki

Penyakit kusta bila tidak ditangani dengan cermat, dapat menyebabkan masalah yang kompleks, baik dari segi medis yaitu cacat fisik, juga sampai pada masalah sosial budaya dan keamanan. Untuk mencapai eliminasi kusta pemerintah melakukan upaya menurunkan beban kusta dan memutuskan transisi kusta melalui pencegahan dengan upaya pemberian kemoprofilaksis Rifampisin dosis tunggal pada setiap orang yang hidup bersama serta berinteraksi dengan pasien kusta. Pulau Mahangetang merupakan salah satu kampung project demonstrasi (pilot) kegiatan pemberian kemoprofilaksis tahun 2019 oleh karena ditemui kasus kusta dengan jumlah 22 orang. Tujuan penelitian mengevaluasi Pelaksanaan Program Pencegahan Penanggulangan dan Penatalaksanaan kusta di pesisir pulau Mahangetang. Metode penelitian deskritif kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologis. Pengumpulan data diperoleh melalui kuesioner, wawancara secara mendalam serta observasi langsung. Teknik pengambilan sampel adalah  purposive sampling dengan 10 informan yang ditentukan oleh peneliti sendiri. Hasil penelitian ini menemukan, Kebijakan dan strategi  Input evaluasi pelaksanaan pencegahan penanggulangan dan penatalaksanaan penyakit kusta belum berjalan secara optimal. Proses evaluasi program berjalan sesuai perencanaan, walaupun hasilnya belum maksimal. Output evaluasi pelaksanaan program dengan cakupan 215 orang (43,39%). Kesimpulan Input pelaksanaan belum berjalan secara optimal. Proses dan output pelaksanaan berjalan baik sesuai dengan perencanaan dengan cakupan 43,39%. Saran  dalam melaksanakan program, sebaiknya melakukan advokasi kepada pihak penentu kebijakan, agar dalam pelaksanaan program dapat berjalan baik sehingga penularan kusta dapat ditekan.   If not handled carefully, leprosy can cause complex problems, both from a medical perspective, namely physical disabilities, as well as socio-cultural and security issues. To achieve the elimination of leprosy, the government has made efforts to reduce the burden of leprosy and decide the transition to leprosy through prevention by administering a single dose of chemoprophylaxis Rifampicin to everyone who lives together and interacts with leprosy patients. Mahangetang Island was one of the villages for the demonstration project (pilot) for the provision of chemoprophylaxis in 2019 because 22 cases of leprosy were found.The purpose of this research is to evaluate the implementation of the Prevention and Management Program of leprosy on the coast of Mahangetang Island. Qualitative descriptive research method with a phenomenological approach. Data collection obtained through questionnaires, in-depth interviews and direct observation. The sampling technique was purposive sampling with 10 informants who were determined by the researchers themselves. The results of this study found that the policies and input strategies for evaluating the implementation of leprosy prevention and management have not been running optimally. The program evaluation process goes according to plan, although the results were not optimal. The output of program implementation evaluation covered 215 people (43.39%). In conclusion, the implementation input has not run optimally. The implementation process and output went well in accordance with the planning with a coverage of 43.39%. Suggestions in implementing the program, it was better to carry out advocacy to policy makers, so that program implementation can run well so that the transmission of leprosy can be suppressed.


1995 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 199-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
SCOTT P. SELLS ◽  
THOMAS EDWARD SMITH ◽  
DOUGLAS H. SPRENKLE

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefan Paciocco ◽  
Anita Kothari ◽  
Christopher J. Licskai ◽  
Madonna Ferrone ◽  
Shannon L. Sibbald

Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a prevalent chronic disease that requires comprehensive approaches to manage; it accounts for a significant portion of Canada’s annual healthcare spending. Interprofessional teams are effective at providing chronic disease management that meets the needs of patients. As part of an ongoing initiative, a COPD management program, the Best Care COPD program was implemented in a primary care setting. The objectives of this research were to determine site-specific factors facilitating or impeding the implementation of a COPD program in a new setting, while evaluating the implementation strategy used. Methods A qualitative case study was conducted using interviews, focus groups, document analysis, and site visits. Data were deductively analyzed using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) to assess the impact of each of its constructs on Best Care COPD program implementation at this site. Results Eleven CFIR constructs were determined to meaningfully affect implementation. Five were identified as the most influential in the implementation process. Cosmopolitanism (partnerships with other organizations), networks and communication (amongst program providers), engaging (key individuals to participate in program implementation), design quality and packaging (of the program), and reflecting and evaluating (throughout the implementation process). A peer-to-peer implementation strategy included training of registered respiratory therapists (RRT) as certified respiratory educators and the establishment of a communication network among RRTs to discuss experiences, collectively solve problems, and connect with the program lead. Conclusions This study provides a practical example of the various factors that facilitated the implementation of the Best Care COPD program. It also demonstrates the potential of using a peer-to-peer implementation strategy. Focusing on these factors will be useful for informing the continued spread and success of the Best Care COPD program and future implementation of other chronic care programs.


Author(s):  
Gary Goertz ◽  
James Mahoney

Some in the social sciences argue that the same logic applies to both qualitative and quantitative research methods. This book demonstrates that these two paradigms constitute different cultures, each internally coherent yet marked by contrasting norms, practices, and toolkits. The book identifies and discusses major differences between these two traditions that touch nearly every aspect of social science research, including design, goals, causal effects and models, concepts and measurement, data analysis, and case selection. Although focused on the differences between qualitative and quantitative research, the book also seeks to promote toleration, exchange, and learning by enabling scholars to think beyond their own culture and see an alternative scientific worldview. The book is written in an easily accessible style and features a host of real-world examples to illustrate methodological points.


Author(s):  
Alessandro Pollini ◽  
Tiziana C. Callari ◽  
Alessandra Tedeschi ◽  
Daniele Ruscio ◽  
Luca Save ◽  
...  

AbstractComputer and Information Security (CIS) is usually approached adopting a technology-centric viewpoint, where the human components of sociotechnical systems are generally considered as their weakest part, with little consideration for the end users’ cognitive characteristics, needs and motivations. This paper presents a holistic/Human Factors (HF) approach, where the individual, organisational and technological factors are investigated in pilot healthcare organisations to show how HF vulnerabilities may impact on cybersecurity risks. An overview of current challenges in relation to cybersecurity is first provided, followed by the presentation of an integrated top–down and bottom–up methodology using qualitative and quantitative research methods to assess the level of maturity of the pilot organisations with respect to their capability to face and tackle cyber threats and attacks. This approach adopts a user-centred perspective, involving both the organisations’ management and employees, The results show that a better cyber-security culture does not always correspond with more rule compliant behaviour. In addition, conflicts among cybersecurity rules and procedures may trigger human vulnerabilities. In conclusion, the integration of traditional technical solutions with guidelines to enhance CIS systems by leveraging HF in cybersecurity may lead to the adoption of non-technical countermeasures (such as user awareness) for a comprehensive and holistic way to manage cyber security in organisations.


2021 ◽  
pp. 263208432098437
Author(s):  
Ahtisham Younas ◽  
Shahzad Inayat ◽  
Amara Sundus

Mixed methods reviews offer an excellent approach to synthesizing qualitative and quantitative evidence to generate more robust implications for practice, research, and policymaking. There are limited guidance and practical examples concerning the methods for adequately synthesizing qualitative and quantitative research findings in mixed reviews. This paper aims to illustrate the application and use of joint displays for qualitative and quantitative synthesis in mixed methods reviews. We used joint displays to synthesize and integrate qualitative and quantitative research findings in a segregated mixed methods review about male nursing students' challenges and experiences. In total, 36 qualitative, six quantitative, and one mixed-methods study was appraised and synthesized in the review. First, the qualitative and quantitative findings were analyzed and synthesized separately. The synthesized findings were integrated through tabular and visual joint displays at two levels of integration. At the first level, a statistics theme display was developed to compare the synthesized qualitative and quantitative findings and the number of studies from which the findings were generated. At the second level, the synthesized qualitative and quantitative findings supported by each other were integrated to identify confirmed, discordant, and expanded inferences using generalizing theme display. The use of two displays allowed in a robust and comprehensive synthesis of studies. Joint displays could serve as an excellent method for rigorous and transparent synthesis of qualitative and quantitative findings and the generation of adequate and relevant inferences in mixed methods reviews.


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