scholarly journals Modelos mentais relacionados ao aprendizado de cálculos para folhas de pagamento em um curso técnico

ForScience ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. e00753
Author(s):  
Diny Gabrielly de Miranda Martins ◽  
Dandara Lorrayne do Nascimento
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Mental Models ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Reasoning Strategies ◽  
Recursos Humanos ◽  
Quality Learning

Foi realizado um estudo de caso qualitativo, com 24 alunos de um curso técnico em Recursos Humanos, com o objetivo de verificar quais são os modelos mentais que esses estudantes possuem sobre cálculos para folhas de pagamento. Ao utilizar um questionário e realizar entrevistas semiestruturadas, a fim de investigar os possíveis níveis de evolução dos modelos mentais dos estudantes, as análises mostraram que 17% dos alunos são não modeladores, ou seja, não possuem nenhuma estratégia de pensamento sobre o tema, mesmo que este já tenha sido ministrado ao longo do Ensino Fundamental e Médio. Além disso, foi observada a importância em considerar as estratégias de raciocínio dos alunos, não considerando apenas os “erros” ou “acertos” nas questões propostas. Pode-se considerar que dentro do mesmo curso diversos alunos apresentaram modelos mentais diferentes uns dos outros mesmo recebendo a mesma instrução. Esse resultado mostra a importância da reflexão sobre as práticas didático-pedagógicas utilizadas em sala de aula, uma vez que o intuito é proporcionar a todos os alunos uma aprendizagem efetiva e de qualidade que perdure ao longo da vida. Palavras-chave: Modelos mentais. Curso técnico. Matemática.   Mental models related to calculus learning for payrolls in a technical course Abstract A qualitative case study was carried out with 24 students from a technical course in Human Resources, with the objective of verifying what are the mental models that these students have on payroll calculations. When using a questionnaire and conducting semi-structured interviews, in order to investigate the possible levels of evolution of the students' mental models, the analyzes showed that 17% of the students are non-modelers, in other words they do not have any thinking strategy on the theme, even ifit has already been taught throughout Elementary and High School. In addition, the importance of considering the students' reasoning strategies was observed, not only considering the “mistakes” or “successes” in the proposed questions. It can be considered that, within the same course, several students presented different mental models from each other even receiving the same instruction. This result shows the importance of reflecting on the didactic-pedagogical practices used in the classroom, since the aim is to provide all students with effective and quality learning that lasts throughout their lives. Keywords: Mental models. Technical Course. Mathematics.

scholarly journals Exploring the Writing Challenges Faced by M.Phil. and Ph.D. Scholars: A Case

2021 ◽  
Vol VI (IV) ◽  
pp. 34-41
Author(s):  
Hina Iqbal ◽  
Muhammad Saeed
Keyword(s):  
Academic Writing ◽  
English Language ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Interactive Programming ◽  
Report Quality ◽  
Grammatical Errors ◽  
Language Courses

Academic writing plays a pivotal role in developing research proposals. The present study aimed to explore the grammatical errors that M.Phil/PhDs scholars commit in academic writing. The present study employed a qualitative case study designed to explore the challenges in the English language faced by the M.Phil and PhDs scholars. The 20 Ph.D. and 36 M.Phil scholars were selected by busing purposive sampling technique. Data were collected by using two self-developed semi-structured interviews protocol. Thematic analysis approach was employed for data analysis. The findings revealed that all the participants reported that correct use of tenses was a big hurdle that entailed the other grammatical mistakes and reduced the report quality because all the lexical aspects are linked with these mechanics. The study recommended that English language courses be offered to postgraduate, M. Phil and Ph.D. scholars to learn the technical aspects of the language and provide students with online interactive programming.

scholarly journals Towards an Understanding of Excellence in Ur ban Pedagogy: A Portrait of a High School

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Renu Ahuja
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Instructional Leadership ◽  
School Success ◽  
Educational Leaders ◽  
Collective Responsibility ◽  
Shared Decision ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Document Review

This case study describes processes in an urban high school, which contribute to excellence in urban pedagogy, and investigates teachers’ and educational leaders’ perceptions of the factors influencing their commitment to school success. Six themes related to excellence in urban pedagogy were identified. Data in the form of semi-structured interviews, observations, and document review de scribe a school in which the leadership strives to develop human capability at all levels through empowerment and shared decision-making. The study indicates that students’ achievement is a collective responsibility and strong instructional leadership is a key for success in urban schools. More studies may be needed to show how contextual experience of teachers and teacher’s self-efficacy are related.

scholarly journals Te Hā o Te Reo

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 01-15
Author(s):  
Maria Celina Bortolotto ◽  
Arianna Berardi-Wiltshire
Keyword(s):  
Classroom Management ◽  
Classroom Practices ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Indigenous Languages ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Chief Designer ◽  
Course Content ◽  
Kaupapa Māori

  Drawn from a talk presented at the 2019 Viva Lingua Viva indigenous languages event in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this article presents the findings of a qualitative case study focused on a 10-week Māori language programme, Te Hā o te Reo (“the essence of the language”) offered to staff at a New Zealand university. The article reports on the pedagogical practices employed in the course through a discussion of qualitative interview data collected for a wider study on the experiences of non-Māori students of Te Reo Māori as a second language. The analysis presents insights from a sample of adult student participants and by the courses’ chief designer and teacher. A focussed consideration of four key classroom practices suggests a teaching approach based on three Māori culture-specific pedagogical principles (Whanaungatanga—relationship-based learning; Koakoa—joy, humour; Kaupapa Māori—Māori principles and worldview), which are found to shape both course content and classroom management in ways that are well aligned with student’s needs and expectations.  

CONTEMPORARY PRACTICES OF INDIRECT WRITTEN FEEDBACK IN HIGH SCHOOL CONTEXT

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-73
Author(s):  
Yessi Widyasari ◽  
Yella Dezas Perdani ◽  
Gita Rahmi
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
School Context ◽  
Written Feedback ◽  
Coding System ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Writing Ability ◽  
Feedback Strategies ◽  
Problem Solvers

Indirect written feedback is crucial to be conducted since errors are unavoidable in the process of writing. However, many studies have been undertaken in university contexts. Thus, this qualitative case study was carried out to examine a teacher's indirect written feedback practices in senior high school context. The data were obtained from observations, document analysis, and semi-structured interviews through purposive sampling. The findings revealed that coded feedback was mainly used, supplemented by uncoded feedback and commentary. These imply that the coding system is effective in guiding the students to be problem solvers and independent writers. However, the teacher's inconsistency in giving codes emerged because of the use of a large number of codes. Thus, it is suggested to reduce the number of codes and provide sufficient activity to increase students' understanding of the codes. The results of the study are significant to help teachers adjust appropriate methods to teach writing. The results also give long-term benefits for the development of students' writing ability. For further research, it is important to analyze the effect of indirect written feedback strategies on the students' revisions as well as students' preferences on these strategies.

Facebook as Complementary Teaching Material: Reconceptualizing the Context Boundaries of Formal and Informal Learning in EFL Higher Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (9) ◽  
pp. 23-35
Author(s):  
Iman Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
English Language ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Survey Analysis ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Formal Curriculum ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Skills Learning

This article is a case study that aims to understand and explore a teacher's perspective about integrating Facebook as an informal social platform into the EFL classroom in a higher education context in Oman. The study further aims to identify the attitudes and perspectives of a group of students belonging to the same context. Research data came from semi-structured interviews with a teacher participant and a survey questionnaire with student participants. The study provides a set of findings based on interview data analysis and questionnaire survey analysis. The study's findings revealed the teacher and students' positive attitudes and perspectives towards the role of Facebook in boosting pedagogical practices and increasing English language skills learning. This study contributes to knowledge by providing insights on the integration of Facebook as an informal platform into the formal curriculum-based learning in TESOL. The insights and findings are of value to the teachers and instructors in EFL higher education contexts. Pedagogical implications for ESL (English as a second language) and EFL (English as a foreign language) and researchers are offered in the light of these results.

scholarly journals Feasibility of de-linking reimbursement of antimicrobials from sales: the Australian perspective as a qualitative case study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadine T Hillock ◽  
Tracy L Merlin ◽  
Jonathan Karnon ◽  
John Turnidge ◽  
Jaklin Eliott
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Pharmaceutical Companies ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
Funding Decision ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Off Label ◽  
Linked Model ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme

Abstract Background There is a disparity in the economic return achievable for antimicrobials compared with other drugs because of the need for stewardship. This has led to a decline in pharmaceutical companies’ willingness to invest in the development of these drugs and a consequent global interest in funding models where reimbursement is de-linked from sales. Objectives To explore the perspective of stakeholders regarding the feasibility of de-linked reimbursement of antimicrobials in Australia. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 participants sourced from the pharmaceutical industry and individuals representing public-sector payers or regulators. Interviews were transcribed verbatim, coded and thematically analysed using the framework method. Results Five key themes were identified in the interviews: funding silos are a barrier to de-linking reimbursement; varying levels of supporting evidence are (currently) required for funding depending upon setting; funding status or cost is used as a stewardship tool; a de-linked model may cost more; and concerns regarding governance and access to antimicrobials exist in the private sector. Conclusions Australia’s current multi-tiered funding of medicines across different levels of government was perceived as a barrier to de-linked reimbursement. Participants felt that the responsibility for antimicrobial funding and stewardship should be integrated and centralized. Implementing a nationally funded de-linked reimbursement model for new antimicrobials would require a review of funding decision-making criteria, given that most MDR infections are off-label indications and could not then be funded through the Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Findings from this study could be applicable to other countries with reimbursement frameworks similar to Australia.

The good principal: A case study of early-career charter principals’ role conceptualizations

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 157-165
Author(s):  
Felicia R. Truong
Keyword(s):  
Charter School ◽  
School Principals ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Soft Skills ◽  
The United States ◽  
Early Career ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Charter School Principals ◽  
Service Training

Up to 75 percent of charter principals in the United States leave the role within five years. Understanding how early-career principals conceptualize the role could help strengthen principal preparation and in-service training. This study analyzed early-career charter principals’ descriptions of the principalship in order to understand their framework for what it means to be a good principal. A qualitative case study was used, focused on semi-structured interviews with 15 charter school principals. Charter school principals in this study primarily defined being a ‘good’ principal using examples and descriptions of soft skills and personality traits.

The Implementation of a “Function” Approach to Introductory Algebra: A Case Study of Teacher Cognitions, Teacher Actions, and the Intended Curriculum

1996 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 582-602 ◽  
Author(s):  
David H. Haimes
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Western Australia ◽  
Ninth Grade ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Function Approach ◽  
Curriculum Content ◽  
Intended Curriculum ◽  
Content Coverage ◽  
Teacher Actions

This article reports a case study set in the context of a “function” curriculum approach to introductory algebra and involving a teacher and her ninth-grade class in a high school in Western Australia. The expectation that the teacher's actions would reflect the teaching philosophy implied in the curriculum was not supported by the study's findings. Instead, the teacher gave priority to curriculum content coverage, emphasized methods and procedures, and adopted teacher-focused pedagogical practices.

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