Implementation of Guided Group Academic Writing Using Online Learning Tools

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. f1-8
Author(s):  
MUHAMMAD JAZLAN BIN AHMAD KHIRI
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Second Language Learners ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Public Institution ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Academic English ◽  
Online Tools ◽  
Institution Of Higher Learning

Writing is an important skill necessary for students pursuing a higher level of education. The challenge for second language learners would be to write accurate academic essays as required by the course for students that has been aligned to the Common European Framework (CEFR) B1 standard since 2015 at a public institution of higher learning. The academic English course offered at a public institution of higher learning was subjected to a guided academic writing using online tools by Harju and Åkerblom (2017) description of the teacher’s role in facilitating learning to achieve the intended learning outcome which is to write an academic essay focusing on its features. The participants in this study were second year undergraduates in the second semester of their study who struggled to write an essay early in the semester.  This study used a quantitative analysis collected from 10 participating students (n=10). The results found that the students made improvements to the feature of their essay and their feedback of the intervention were processed using frequency analysis indicated a hundred percent preference of the students to learn by their own discretion guided by the instructor and supported with online learning tools.

scholarly journals Performance appraisal as antecedents of job satisfaction among employees in a selected public institution of higher learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 124 ◽  
pp. 08002
Author(s):  
Siti Mariam Abdullah ◽  
Nur Fatihah Abdullah Bandar ◽  
Rusli Ahmad ◽  
Helmi Sumilan ◽  
Ahmad Sopian Shminan
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Performance Appraisal ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Public Institution ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Appraisal System ◽  
Institution Of Higher Learning

Performance appraisal (PA) is an important activity in any organisation. Employers have the responsibility of evaluating the work performance of each and every employee. In acknowledgement of this, most organizations persist in conducting performance appraisals despite numerous problems and constraints. This research attempts to determine the influence of performance appraisal as antecedents of job satisfaction among employees in a selected public institution of higher learning in Sarawak, East Malaysia. Quantitative methodology using an adapted questionnaire with statistical tests like Pearson Correlation Coefficient and Multiple Linear Regression (Stepwise) were utilised to analyse the data. The findings indicated that the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of PA have a positive and significant relationship with job satisfaction. Results also revealed that the strengths of PA is one of significant factors contributing to job satisfaction among employee on the practice of performance appraisal system.

scholarly journals Approaching Listening and Speaking Skills Using Online to Facilitate Interactive Learning from Students’ Perspectives

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 203
Author(s):  
Sheema Liza Idris ◽  
Puteri Rohani Megat-Abdul-Rahim ◽  
Zarinatun Ilyani Abdul Rahman ◽  
Mohamed Syafiq Ya Shaq ◽  
Nur Farhana Nasir
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Second Language Learners ◽  
Interactive Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Listening Skill ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
Listening And Speaking

Abstract: Teaching and learning process is constantly transforming due to the ever-increasing globalization. In the educational sector the use of information and communication technology (ICT) is constantly changing due to the increasing trend in globalization. This has resulted in the change and transformation the facet of education in this 21st century. The various usage of technologies and other forms of learning materials that have been extensively used has created a medium where students able to be interactive because it is learner centred, and the environment of online learning is more open and flexible. However, several studies showed that students prefer traditional classroom more because they would prefer face-to-face communication with their instructor. Thus, this study intends to explore the perspective of learning listening and speaking using online among L2 learners. A total number of 102 university students at UiTM Perak Branch took part in this study. They were instructed to answer a set of questionnaires which was created using google document. From the findings the students reported that they do see the benefits of online learning. In addition, they found learning through this interactive medium as interesting and provide them space to progress at their own pace in learning. However, this does not portray students’ eagerness in which may be due to several factors.  This study is hoped to able to highlight the positive aspects of using online as an alternative to the traditional way of teaching listening and speaking.    Keywords: Interactive Learning, Listening Skill, Online Learning, Second language learners, Speaking Skill.

scholarly journals FACTORS THAT AFFECT THE USAGE OF E-WALLET AMONG YOUTH: A STUDY AT A PUBLIC INSTITUTION OF HIGHER LEARNING IN SOUTH SARAWAK

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (7) ◽  
pp. 40-48
Author(s):  
Hartyni Mastor
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Cell Phone ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Public Institution ◽  
Global Business ◽  
Global Marketing ◽  
Business Ecosystem ◽  
The World ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Institution Of Higher Learning

The advancement of finance technology in global marketing has given a big impact on the business ecosystem in this day of age. In the year 2003, around 25 million cell phone users had used their mobile devices to make purchases. However, the usage of e-Wallet still has not gained much interest by Malaysians during the business. In the first term of 2020, the world was hit by the Covid-19 pandemic that had changed the scenario of the global business ecosystem. The usage of e-Wallet has been the medium of the transaction when purchasing items for society since the start of the outbreak. The usage of e-Wallet is very popular among youth. Hence, a study has been conducted at a public institution of higher learning in south Sarawak to find out the factors that affect the usage of e-wallet among youth. The variables of this study are speed, security, social influence, and convenience. In total, 169 youth in the age range of 20-22 years old had participated in this study that was conducted online. The correlation has been analysed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) and Data Analysis for Excel. The finding shows that there is a significant relationship between all factors tested with the use of e-wallet. Overall, e-Wallet usage is moderate among youth.

scholarly journals Improving Lesson Plan Models Using Online-Based in the New Normal Era

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 527-535
Author(s):  
Firman Edi ◽  
Ambiyar Ambiyar ◽  
Unung Verawardina ◽  
Samsir Samsir ◽  
Ronal Watrianthos
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Lesson Plan ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Government Schools ◽  
New Normal ◽  
Learning Plan ◽  
Online Tools ◽  
The Government ◽  
Learning Development

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed human life dramatically. The new pushes digital technology to become part of the educational system at an accelerated level of growth. This study is meant to build a model of an online-based lesson plan as a learning development in the new normal era. The research method uses a descriptive comparison by observation, interviews, and literature analyses. Results have demonstrated that the development of an online learning plan model for learning tools leads to the needs of potential learning systems. The challenges encountered include the lack of capability of human resources to operate online tools, the limited technology, and the challenge of adapting learning tools to the objectives of the curriculum. The online learning planning model can be applied with the assistance of the government, schools, and teachers.

Collaborative Online Learning Tools and Types

2016 ◽  
pp. 94-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarika Sawant
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Online Communication ◽  
Idea Generation ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Online Collaborative Learning ◽  
Online Tools ◽  
Academic Librarian

Collaborative learning experiences not only promotes critical thinking and reflection in students but also encourages them to develop a sense of community, thus enabling the creation of an environment in which further collaborative work can take place. While technologies to facilitate collaborative learning include a range of features and functionalities, this paper focuses on ten types of tools that deal with idea generation and brainstorming, mapping, design, online group work and document collaboration, and online communication. The present paper explains the online collaboration with its features, preparation required by institution and role of teacher presence in online learning. It highlights on ten different tools based on its function with suitable examples. It also explores paradigm shift from academic librarian to blended librarian, it's possible hurdles and benefits. The blended librarian is versed in both print and online tools and can help faculty meet course goals, regardless of the medium or technology. The paper concludes with how idea of online collaborative learning methodology is likely to evolve and make significant benefits to education, and probably to post educational business collaboration as well.

scholarly journals Exploring Writing Individually and Collaboratively Using Google Docs in EFL Contexts

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jawaher Alsubaie ◽  
Ali Ashuraidah
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Google Docs ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
English Writing

Online teaching and learning became popular with the evolution of the World Wide Web now days. Implementing online learning tools within EFL contexts will help better address the multitude of teaching and learning styles. Difficulty in academic writing can be considered one of the common problems that students face in and outside their classrooms. Moreover, because the young learners today are digital native, integrating online learning tool with their learning is needed. This research was conducted to analyze students’ achievements by submitted tasks using both face-to-face setting for the pre individual and collaborative tasks, and online learning environment for the post individual and collaborative tasks. The participants in this study were a class of Arabic major from a college in Saudi Arabia. The research was searching for the differences between the students’ individual and collaborative work using Google Docs, and discerning the students’ perspectives toward collaborative work with Google Docs on English writing tasks. To explore the integration effectiveness; pre and post-questionnaires, pre and post written tasks, students’ portfolio, a customized rubric for test scores, and post interviews were conducted to test and analyze the outcomes. Results show significant increase in the students’ scores using Google Docs. Further, the results were consistent as that students perceived Google Docs as a useful tool for both individual and group work.

scholarly journals Performing Argumentative Writing in English: Difficulties, Processes, and Strategies

2001 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Second Language Writing ◽  
Second Language Learners ◽  
Argumentative Writing ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Language Writing ◽  
Writing Task

Argumentative writing constitutes an important part of second-language learners' academic writing experience in North America. This study examined the difficulties a group of Mexican graduate students encountered when engaged in an argumentative writing task as well as their writing processes and strategies. Data were collected from individual interviews with the participants and from participants' written essays. Data analysis indicated that most participants perceived the rhetorical aspects of English argumentative writing as difficult. Data analysis also indicated that participants mainly used cognitive, social, and search strategies, whereas metacognitive strategies were used infrequently. Potential implications of the study for second-language writing instruction are discussed.

scholarly journals Balance Scorecard Implementation Challenges in Institution of Higher Learning: Overview of Prior Studies

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Peter U. Anuforo ◽  
Hazeline Ayoup ◽  
Nasiru Saidu
Keyword(s):  
Performance Management ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Public Institution ◽  
Balance Scorecard ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Implementation Challenges ◽  
Mission Strategy ◽  
Governmental Organizations ◽  
Effective Performance ◽  
Institution Of Higher Learning

The incessant decline in the performance of Malaysian public institution of higher learning since 2007 to date has brought to fore the question of its performance management process. Studies have shown that performance management is a general phenomenon in the institution of higher learning worldwide. The implementation issues of Balance scorecard (BSC) is more pronounced in the non-profit outfit and governmental organizations (NPGOs) compared to the profit-oriented outfit. Reasons being that the BSC was originally developed and (or) meant for the profit-oriented outfit and not exactly the other way round. The purpose of this paper is to provide insight into the issues of performance management in the institution of higher learning and specifically regarding the implementation issues of BSC encountered among Malaysia public institution of higher learning. This study provides a review of previous literature on the BSC implementation issues. Several implementation issues identified from the literatures are strategy misalignment, strategy communication issues, manager’s acceptance/employees buy-in, the issue of clarity of vision, mission, strategy, and outcome, and strategy map implementation issues. Findings revealed that the implementation issues of the BSC among Malaysia public institution actually helps to unravel the pitfalls of BSC project and provides a roadmap show that can improve and sustain effective performance management. The implication of this study is aimed at providing the means by which the Malaysian public institution of higher learning can identify the issues inherent in BSC implementation or strategy implementation and the way forward.  

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