scholarly journals MALE AND FEMALE STUDENTS’ ATTITUDES TOWARD ENGLISH VOCABULARY MASTERY IN LEARNING SPEAKING (A Survey Study at one of MA Islamic Boarding School in Tasikmalaya)

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 89
Author(s):  
Prihatini Purbandari ◽  
Etika Rachmawati ◽  
R. Bunga Febriani
Keyword(s):  
Boarding School ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Vocabulary Knowledge ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
Attitudes Toward English ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Almost All

This study aimed to explore the attitudes of Senior High School male and female students toward English vocabulary mastery in learning speaking. This study also investigated the factors influence students’ attitudes toward English vocabulary mastery in learning speaking. Attitude is individual’s response towards an object, inferred from individual’s belief or opinion about it. (Gardner, 1985). The writer conducted the questionnaire to measure the students’ attitudes toward English vocabulary mastery in learning speaking. The writer also interviewed a number of eleventh grade students to explore the factors that affect their attitudes toward English vocabulary mastery in learning speaking. The participants of this study consisted of 58 students of eleventh grade of one of MA Islamic Boarding School in Tasikmalaya. They were 25 male students and 33 female students. These students were purposively chosen. The results of the study showed that most of male and almost all of female students have positive attitude toward English vocabulary mastery in learning speaking. The results also indicated the factors influence their attitudes were their pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary knowledge, their habits speaking English in front of many people, their needs toward English and support from social environment. In conclusion, students’ attitudes toward English vocabulary mastery in learning speaking is important. It helps students improving their English speaking skill. In addition, this study recommends the future research on the same topic can carried out by using other design in order to enrich the development of the theory of attitude. Key words: male and female students, attitude, vocabulary mastery, speaking skill

scholarly journals Emotional Stability Level and Its Relationship with Constituting of Friendships and Family Adjustment Among Students in The Preparatory Stage in Al- Buiena: مستوى الاتزان الانفعالي وعلاقته بتكوين الصداقات والتوافق الأسري  لدى طلبة المرحلة الإعدادية في بلدة البعينة

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lma Nezar Suliman, Moeen Nsrawen
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Stability ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Family Adjustment ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Scale Validity ◽  
School Year ◽  
Palestinian Society ◽  
Preparatory Stage

  This study aimed to identify level of emotional stability and its relationship with constituting of friendships and family adjustment among students in the preparatory stage in Al- Buiena. The study sample consisted of (285) male and female students in the preparatory stage in Al- Buiena in Palestine in the second semester of the school year (2018/2019). To achieve the aim of the study, the researcher developed an Emotional Stability Scale, Constituting of Friendships Scale, and Family Adjustment Scale. Validity and reliability for the scales were obtained. The results showed that the levels of emotional stability and constituting of friendships and family adjustment among students in the preparatory stage were moderate. The results showed that there was a positive correlation between emotional stability and constituting of friendships and family adjustment among students in the preparatory stage. Several recommendations and suggestions were provided including the need for future research investigating the relationships between the emotional stability, and constituting of friendships, and family adjustment among other populations in the Palestinian society and using other student’s samples and to compare their results with the ones reported in the current study.

scholarly journals Gender differences in the correlates of academic achievement among university students

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 313-324 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Pirmohamed ◽  
Agata Debowska ◽  
Daniel Boduszek
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Academic Motivation ◽  
Study Time ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Performance Goal ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Content Type

Purpose Prior research has highlighted gender differences in academic motivational attributes, and how these predict academic achievement for each gender; however, a vast amount of inconsistency exists amongst such literature. The purpose of this paper is to examine the predictive value of academic motivation (achievement goal, leaning goal, performance goal (PG), self-efficacy (SE), and active learning strategies (ALS)) and study time in explaining academic achievement amongst male and female students. Design/methodology/approach Cross-sectional survey design was applied. Participants were sampled opportunistically, and consisted of final year undergraduate students, including both males (n=126) and females (n=189) attending various courses at a UK university. Findings A multiple regression analysis carried out for each gender revealed that study time, ALS, PG, and SE were significant predictors of achievement for males, whereas SE was the only significant predictor of achievement for females. Originality/value These findings offer practical implications in terms of methods employed by educators to enhance academic achievement. Such implications highlight the importance of the development of SE in both genders and propose methods in which universities can enhance motivation in male and female students. Recommendations for future research are also made.

scholarly journals ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN STEM AND ARTS SUBJECTS IN BHUTAN: A GENDER PERSPECTIVE

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 190-200
Author(s):  
Tashi Dendup ◽  
Sangay Wangmo ◽  
Ugyen Yangchen
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Multistage Sampling

Academic performance disparities among the gender of students are the cause of concern. Numerous explanations for academic performance disparities, especially in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and Arts subjects between male and female students, are established in many countries. However, similar studies in Bhutan, especially at the tertiary education level, are scant. Therefore, this study mainly assessed i) students’ perception of STEM and Arts subjects, ii) compared male and female academic performance in STEM and Arts subjects, and iii) studied students' perception of the factors affecting their academic performance. Data were collected from 265 students of four constituent colleges (two Science and Arts colleges each) of the Royal University of Bhutan using semi-structured questionnaires. A multistage sampling (comprising a mixture of purposive and random) was employed. The research used a quantitative approach with descriptive and inferential statistics (Chi-square, t-tests, and binary logistic regressions). The result showed no significant association between students’ gender and their choice of subjects. At Science colleges, female students outperformed male students. In contrast, there were no significant differences in the performance of male and female students at Arts Colleges. Overall, females (71.63 ± 6.35) outperform male (69.57 ± 7.80) students. Hence, there are no stereotypes in STEM and Arts subjects among Bhutanese undergraduate students. However, future research could include parents and lecturers to gather their perspectives on STEM and Arts subjects. Variables, including study hours, communication skills, and Bhutanese Educational Policies, should also be thoroughly investigated as factors affecting students' academic performance

scholarly journals Perbedaan Kemandirian Belajar Ditinjau dari Gender dan Disposisi Matematis

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 190-203
Author(s):  
Joko Sutrisno AB
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Junior High School Students ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Attention To Students

This study aimed to analyze the differences in learning independence regarding gender and mathematical disposition in public junior high school students in Bandar Lampung. The research conducted was a survey study through the spread of questionnaires involving 355 students from 11 schools—data analysis using two-lane variance analysis. The results showed no difference in learning independence between male and female students. In terms of mathematical disposition, the average learning independence of students who had a higher high disposition than those who had low dispositions. This difference occurred between male students and female students. In students with low mathematical dispositions, it was known that the average independence of learning female students was higher than male students. Thus, to develop learning independence, students need to pay attention to students' gender and mathematical disposition characteristics to develop learning independence.

scholarly journals Jodoh dan Perjodohan Santri Jamaah Tabligh di Pesantren Temboro

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
Yusuf Khummaini ◽  
Sukron Mamun
Keyword(s):  
Field Research ◽  
Boarding School ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Islamic Education ◽  
Arranged Marriage ◽  
Male And Female

This article studies a sociological pesantren community, particularly a �relationship between male and female students in Jamaah Tabligh in Pesantren Temboro. Relationship pattern of male and female students in a pesantren (a traditional Islamic education based on boarding school) tends to be exclusive that inhibits both male and female students to have relationship closely. Interestingly, many students get married at the end of their study. This study investigates how the process on selecting mate, both male and female students, what is the concept of selecting mate (partner) on their perspective, and how the marriage process is practiced by students of Pesantren Temboro. More important is how woman rights on choosing a mate that is determined by their parents. This study is limited field research in Pesantren Temboro, Magetan, East Java as recognized as the largest Islamic education of Jamaah Tabligh in Indonesia. Researchers got the data by interviewing pesantren functionaries related and santri families that did marriage in the pesantren.Keywords: Mate, Arranged marriage, Woman Rights, Jamaah Tabligh.�AbstrakKajian ini berangkat dari persoalan sosiologis masyarakat pesantren, yakni pola relationship santri khususnya dalam hubungan laki-laki dan perempuan di pesantren Jamaah Tabligh, Temboro. Pola hubungan santri Temboro putra dan putri cenderung tertutup yang tidak memungkinkan keduanya untuk �hubungan khusus� untuk mengenal satu dengan yang lainnya. Namun hal yang menarik adalah banyak terjadi pernikahan yang terjadi antara santri putra dan putri di Pesantren Temboro ini. Di sinilah letak menariknya kajian ini, yakni menelusuri bagaimana proses pemilihan jodoh, baik santri putra ataupun santri putri. Bagiamana konsep pemilihan jodoh tersebut? Serta bagaimana praktik pernikahan tersebut dilakukan oleh santri? Hal yang tak kalah penting adalah bagaimana �hak pilih� perempuan dalam penentuan jodoh yang dilakukan oleh wali? kajian ini merupakan studi lapangan yang terbatas di Pesantren Temboro Magetan Jawa Timur yang terkenal sebagai pendidikan Jamaah Tabligh Terbesar di Indonesia. Peneliti mengumpulkan data melalui wawancara pada pengurus pesantren yang terlibat dalam proses perjodohan dan para santri yang telah menikah dengan melalui proses tersebut.Kata Kunci: Jodoh, Perjodohan, Hak Perempuan, Jamaah Tabligh.

scholarly journals Gender Differences in Advice-giving among Jordanian Undergraduate Students at BAU

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yasser Al-Shboul ◽  
Adnan Abumahfouz
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Female Students ◽  
The Other ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Opting Out ◽  
Advice Giving ◽  
Data Collection Instrument ◽  
Multiple Choice Questionnaire

This study aims to investigate the differences in the understanding of how to give advice among Jordanian male and female students at Al- Balqa' Applied University (henceforth, BAU). In addition, it aims to provide explanations of these prominent differences between the two participating groups. Hinkel’s (1997) Multiple Choice Questionnaire (MCQ) is used as a data collection instrument. The questionnaire is translated into Arabic to ensure that participants truly comprehend the situations. Results demonstrate that there are differences between the two participating groups. For example, Jordanian male students favour to give advice indirectly more than using hedge advice, direct advice and opting out in both peer acquaintance and instructor situations. On the other hand, Jordanian female students prefer to use hedge advice in responding to both peer acquaintance and instructor situations more frequently than using direct advice, indirect advice and opting out. The present study concludes with a discussion of essential directions for future research.

scholarly journals High School Students’ Attitudes and Experiences in EFL Classrooms Equipped with Interactive Whiteboards

2016 ◽  
pp. 148-165
Author(s):  
Turgay Han ◽  
Semih Okatan
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Ninth Grade ◽  
Interactive Whiteboards ◽  
Female Students ◽  
School Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
Students Attitudes

The purpose of this study was to examine ninth grade EFL students’ experiences and attitudes towards classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards (IWB). The data were collected with a questionnaire about attitudes towards IWB use in EFL classes, and observations from three different classrooms in three different high schools. The study indicated that the EFL students were not fully aware of how to use IWBs in learning English although they had a background of IWB use. In addition, there was no statistically significant difference in the attitudes of the male and female students towards using IWBs. Overall, the results revealed that EFL students’ attitudes towards IWBs were positive although there were some technical challenges in IWB classrooms.

scholarly journals The phenomenon of violence and Students' Violations in University Life at Al-Quds University from Students' perspectives: ظاهرة العنف والمخالفات الطلابية في الحياة الجامعية في جامعة القدس من وجهة نظر الطلبة

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdelsalam Mohammad Hamarsheh
Keyword(s):  
Analytical Method ◽  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Place Of Residence ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Academic Level ◽  
University Life ◽  
Students Attitudes

This study aimed to identify the violence phenomenon and student violations in university life at Al-Quds University from the students' point of view. The researcher used the descriptive-analytical method, and the study sample consisted of (481) male and female students, who were randomly selected. The main results indicated that there were no statistically significant differences in the forms and manifestations of violence in university life at Al-Quds University, while it was found that there are statistically significant differences due to the variable of the academic level. The results also indicated that there were no statistically significant differences in the students’ attitudes towards violent behavior and student violations in university life at Al-Quds University from the students' point of view. Moreover, it was found that there are statistically significant differences in students’ attitudes towards violent behavior and student violations in university life at Al-Quds University attributed to the GPA variable, and the differences were in favor of 60-75%. Furthermore, the results of the study showed that there were no statistically significant differences in the field of students’ suggestions to reduce violence and student violations in university life at Al-Quds University from the students' point of view attributed to gender sex variable, place of residence, GPA, academic level and college.

scholarly journals VEX Robotics Competitions: Gender Differences in Student Attitudes and Experiences

10.28945/4193 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 097-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda Sullivan ◽  
Marina Umashi Bers
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Student Attitudes ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Educational Robotics ◽  
School Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Technical Ability ◽  
K 12

Aim/Purpose: Educational robotics competitions are a popular way to increase students’ interest in science and engineering during their K-12 years. However, female students are typically underrepresented in these competitions. The goal of this study is to determine differences in the experiences of male and female robotics competition students in order to better support female students and increase their representation in competition leagues. Background: VEX Robotics Competitions are one of the fastest-growing educational robotics competitions available to middle school and high school students around the world. Despite growing numbers of participants, VEX programs have a notice-able lack of female participants. In order to create a more diverse and representative program, it is important to investigate why fewer female students participate in the competitions and what can be done to better support female students. Methodology: Qualitative and quantitative data were collected from VEX mentors and students through online surveys. A total sample of N=675 VEX mentors and students participated (n=47 students and n=628 mentors). The surveys asked scaled, multiple choice, and free response questions. Through these surveys, the following research questions are answered: 1) What (if any) are the differences between male and female student experiences with VEX? 2) What (if any) are the differences in male and female students’ confidence in their technical ability? and 3) What (if any) are the differences in male and female students’ performance on VEX related robotics team tasks? Contribution: This study contributes to the growing body of work on engaging female students, and other underrepresented students, in STEM fields such as programming, engineering, and robotics. Findings: Results demonstrate the male students outnumber female students and male mentors also outnumber female mentors in this sample. Male students are significantly more confident in their general technical ability and their ability to put things together (p<.05) and students of both genders generally wished to have more female students on their teams. Results also indicate that mentors generally perceive their female students as requiring more help and that they are less engaged with construction tasks as compared to male students. Recommendations for Practitioners: VEX mentors should focus on enhancing female students’ confidence with the construction and building aspects of robotics and ensuring they get the same experience with these tasks as male students. They should consider providing supplemental hands-on training sessions, within or outside of regular team sessions, for students who wish to build confidence and experience in these areas. Recommendation for Researchers: Researchers should continue to explore the experiences of female students in robotics competitions, including differences based on grade level, mentor gender, and more. Researchers should additionally look at female students who are not a part of robotics teams (or who have left a robotics team) to understand why these teams do not appeal to them. Impact on Society: Women are still underrepresented in engineering and computer science professions. In order to bridge this gap, it is critical to find effective ways to reach girls in their K-12 years to build their confidence and interest in these fields before they reach college. This study points out critical areas where robotics competition teams should focus on building female students’ confidence. Future Research: The findings in this paper present research from year 1 of a multi-year longitudinal study. Future research will continue to track the mentors and students in this study in order to gain information on retention and change over time.

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