“You Have to Learn Who Comes with the Disability”: Students' Reflections on Service Learning Experiences with Peers Labeled with Disabilities

2003 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valerie M. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Life Experience ◽  
Real Life ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Formal Curriculum ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Student Projects ◽  
Depth Interviews

Service learning is the integration of community-based student projects into the formal curriculum of a school or course of study. This qualitative, descriptive study presents understandings about disability issues that seven undergraduates constructed through participation in a semester-long service learning class. Paired with same-aged peers with disabilities for 2 hr/week, students shared campus-based classroom, work, and social experiences. In-depth interviews and examination of reflective journals revealed that students used their experiences to question prior notions of the nature of relationships with people with disabilities, of the meaning and uses of disability labels, and of the perceptions about and place of people with disabilities in society. Results support previous literature highlighting the benefits of real-life experience, framed by constructivist and reflective teaching practices, in developing and reinforcing critical thinking skills.

Promoting Critical Thinking Through Service Learning

2018 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 193-199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynthia G. Campbell ◽  
Brianna R. Oswald
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Home Visitors ◽  
Vulnerable Families ◽  
Higher Education Instruction ◽  
Psychology Course

As stated in APA Learning Outcomes 2 and 3, two central goals of higher education instruction are promoting students’ critical thinking skills and connecting student learning to real-life applications. To meet these goals, a community-based service-learning experience was designed using task value, interpersonal accountability, cognitive dissonance, and guided reflection, and was implemented to motivate and promote students’ critical thinking skills in a human development psychology course. Students in this course served as home visitors or support-group facilitators to vulnerable families and reflected on their experiences in class assignments. Qualitative evidence from class discussions and journal entries, and quantitative data from the analysis of student essays, suggest that the majority of students engaged in critical thinking skills across the semester, particularly in using a broader locus for understanding and addressing issues experienced by their client families.

Clinically oriented physiology teaching: strategy for developing critical-thinking skills in undergraduate medical students

2004 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 102-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reem Rachel Abraham ◽  
Subramanya Upadhya ◽  
Sharmila Torke ◽  
K. Ramnarayan
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Life Problems ◽  
Motivation For Learning

Medicine is an applied science, interpreting evidence and applying it to real life by using clinical reasoning skills and experience. COPT (clinically oriented physiology teaching) was incorporated in physiology instruction aiming to relate the study of physiology to real-life problems, to generate enthusiasm and motivation for learning, and to demonstrate the vocational relevance of physiology among students by integrating clinical experience with teaching. COPT consisted of two elements: 1) critical-thinking questions (CTQ) and 2) clinical case studies. After a few topics were taught, CTQ and case studies were given as an assignment. Answers were discussed in the next class. Two exams, each of which contained CTQ and recall questions, were conducted, one before ( exam 1) and one after ( exam 2) the implementation of COPT. Analysis of student performance in the examinations revealed that the students did better in exam 2 ( P < 0.0001). Feedback from students indicated that this method was useful and challenging.

scholarly journals Literature in efL: Beyond language learning

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 234
Author(s):  
Luis Jesús Rincón
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Private School ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Literary Texts ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Value Judgments ◽  
Willingness To Use

This article presents the results of a qualitative research which looks into the field of literature in EFL. Seventh grade students of a private school in Bogota took part in the research. Data was collected by means of audio recordings of small group discussions, teacher´s journal, and responses to literature logs. The results show that the connections that EFL learners make with literary texts enrich their interpretations, analysis and value judgments of experiences and real life events. Furthermore, critical thinking skills are potentiated. In addition to this, literary texts bring up appealing and meaningful topics in the classroomenhancing students´ motivation and willingness to use the target language.

A Model Science-Based Learning STEM Program

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin Cieslinski ◽  
Mohamed Gharib ◽  
Brady Creel ◽  
Tala Katbeh
Keyword(s):  
Forensic Science ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Forensic Analysis ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Infrared Analysis ◽  
Science And Engineering ◽  
Engineering And Technology ◽  
History Of ◽  
Materials Used

Abstract In this paper, a model STEM program called Engineering Heroes: Qatar Special Investigators (QSI), aimed to familiarize young students with science and engineering in real life applications, is presented. The program theme is about forensic science and technology, which included science and engineering activities with hands-on projects to challenge students’ science and critical thinking skills. Throughout the program, students learned about forensic science as an application of science, engineering and technology to collect, preserve, and analyze evidence to be used in the course of a legal investigation. Participants learned the history of forensic analysis and how it evolved into today’s specialized career field. Forensic specialists include backgrounds in chemistry, physics, biology, toxicology, chemical and electrical engineering. Topics included in the program were a study of toxicology and chemical analysis, assays to determine drug contents, fingerprint development, environmental contamination, chromatography in forgery, presumptive vs. confirmatory testing, scanning electron microscopy, infrared analysis, and evidence handling techniques. The details of the program are presented, including the contents, preparation, materials used, case studies, and final crime scene investigation, which featured the learning outcomes.

People First: A Case Study in Partnering with the Community

2003 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-161 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas D. Bordelon
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Community Organization ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Social Work Students ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Social Work Educators ◽  
Macro Practice ◽  
People First

This case study demonstrates the process by which a class composed of senior social work students learns macro practice values and skills by partnering with a community organization. The products of this collaboration emerge from the real-life problem scenario in which students, community partners, and the social work educator collaborate to develop the skills necessary to resolve problems. Through community partnership, social work educators are in the position to expand the opportunities for students to develop critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities to practice community organization within the classroom setting.

scholarly journals Case Briefs in Legal English Classes

2016 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stĕpánka Bilová
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Legal Reasoning ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Legal Issue ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
English Classes

Abstract A case brief can be described as a succinct summary of a case which specifies the facts, procedural history, legal issue(s), court decision and legal reasoning supporting the judgment, even though exact formats may vary. Case briefing is a demanding activity which is required from students during their law studies. The goal is to teach students to focus on the essential parts of the case and to obtain a thorough understanding of the case and the reasoning, which means the students need to employ their analytical and critical thinking skills. The course of English for academic legal purposes (as part of English for specific purposes) can also benefit from implementing case briefs. Students are exposed to useful legal vocabulary while the cases themselves bring real life examples of the law, which can increase students’ interest and motivation. The paper briefly introduces the literature on the methodology of teaching case briefing and on case briefs within the linguistics research and then describes a sample activity on case briefs from legal English classes. My experience shows that it is important to provide students with sufficient scaffolding for completing the task successfully. Even though the students feel they are easily and quickly acquainted with the format and the language used, they encounter problems when preparing particular cases. The activity combines both individual and collaborative work, oral and written outputs and peer reviewing. Case briefing is a valuable learning activity; nevertheless, some students may find it difficult as they need not only language skills, but also general critical thinking skills. The teacher should therefore facilitate their work, help them practice the ability to find relevant information, identify the issue, and comprehend the reasoning behind.

scholarly journals Profil Berpikir Kritis Matematis Mahasiswa dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Trigonometri Ditinjau dari Tingkat Kepercayaan Diri

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-82
Author(s):  
Bagus Dwi Wicaksono ◽  
Erlina Prihatnani
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Mathematics Education ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Qualified Teacher ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Asean Economic Community

AbstrakMemasuki era Masyarakat Ekonomi Asean (MEA) diperlukan calon guru yang berkualitas agar mampu menyiapkan generasi yang dapat bersaing secara global. Salah satu kemampuan yang harus dimiliki seorang calon guru adalah kemampuan berpikir kritis matematis. Sebuah penelitian menyimpulkan bahwa kemampuan berpikir kritis dipengaruhi oleh kepercayaan diri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan kemampuan berpikir kritis matematis mahasiswa Pendidikan Metematika FKIP UKSW ditinjau dari tingkat kepercayaan diri. Jenis penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Subjek penelitian merupakan mahasiswa Pendidikan Matematika FKIP UKSW yang diambil berdasarkan 2 kategori yaitu mahasiswa dengan kepercayaan diri tinggi atau S1 dan mahasiswadengan kepercayaan diri rendah atau S2. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan kemampuan berpikir kritis matematis antara subjek S1 dan subjek S2 dimana subjek S1 memenuhi semua aspek FRISCO (fokus, reason, inference, situasion, clarity, dan overview) sedangkan subjek S2 hanya memenuhi aspek focus, reason, inferencedanclarity. Profil of Student’s Mathematical Critical Thinking in Solving Trigonometry Question Viewed from Self-ConfidenceAbstractEntering the era of the Asean Economic Community (MEA) requires qualified teacher candidates to be able to prepare generations that can compete globally. One of the abilities that a prospective teacher must possess is mathematical critical thinking skills. A study concluded that critical thinking skills are influenced by self-confidence. This study aims to describe the mathematical critical thinking skills of the SWCU FKIP Mathematics Education students in terms of their level of confidence. This type of research is qualitative descriptive. The research subjects were SWCU FKIP Mathematics Education students taken based on 2 categories, namely students with high self-confidence or S1 and students with low self-confidence or S2. The results of this study indicate that there are differences in mathematical critical thinking skills between S1 subjects and S2 subjects where S1 subjects fulfill all aspects of FRISCO (focus, reason, inference, situation, clarity, and overview) while S2 subjects only fulfill focus, reason, inference, and clarity aspects.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS MATEMATIS SISWA SMP PADA MATERI PYTHAGORAS

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 559
Author(s):  
Angga Andriawan ◽  
Asti Sari Setiawati ◽  
Indah Puspita Sari ◽  
Siti Chotimah
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
School Students ◽  
Analysis Techniques ◽  
Action Strategy ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Class Viii

This study aims to analyze the critical thinking skills of junior high school students on Pythagoras material. Subjects in this study are students of class VIII-F in SMP Negeri 1 Ngamprah with the number of students 37 people. The method used in this research is qualitative descriptive. This type is chosen because it aims to describe the skills of students in solving problems of mathematical critical thinking independently. The research phase is divided into three, namely planning, implementation, and reporting. The technique of collecting data in the form of test. Data analysis techniques based on indicators of mathematical critical thinking skills that has been determined by researchers include: (1) identifying the concepts used in problem solving, (2) formulating an action (strategy, tactics, or approach) in solving problems, (3) providing arguments or reasons for answering and solving problems, and (4) evaluating evidence or decisions taken in solving the problem. The results obtained quantitatively show that the level of mathematical critical thinking skills of students in SMP Negeri 1 Ngamprah in solving the problems on Pythagoras material still falls into the low category. The evidence from the percentage of each indicator with the highest rate of only 61%. Some factors influence the level of students critical thinking skills, including the preparation of incomplete and appropriate strategies, provide arguments without showing the truth, and the students' accuracy in working on the questions.

scholarly journals Nekara Pejeng as A Learning Resources of Education Hindu Religion

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 68
Author(s):  
I Nyoman Subagia
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Religious Education ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Hindu Religion ◽  
Education Data ◽  
History Of ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Collection Methods

<p>Nekara Bronze in Pejeng, has a uniqueness that is still trusted by the surrounding community until now, where the Nekara Bronze is believed to be a drum to call rain. However, not all are aware of, understand the message or meaning of the Nekara Pejeng. The main problem of this research is to review Nekara Pejeng as a source of learning for Hindu religious education. The purpose of writing covers the history of Nekara Pejeng, and Nekara Pejeng as a source of learning for Hindu religious education. Data collection methods used were active participation observation techniques, in-depth interviews and document studies. The data collected is processed with qualitative descriptive techniques to see certain dimensions of the aspects being measured. The results of the analysis show that, students can observe diverse facts up close about the existence of Nekara Pejeng, students can experience new experiences by participating in an activity, students can answer problems or questions by seeing, listening, try, and prove firsthand. In conclusion, Nekara Pejeng as a source of learning has many advantages; learning becomes more meaningful and real. This means that students are required to be able to capture the relationship between learning experiences on campus with real life.</p><br /><p><em> </em></p>

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