scholarly journals Automated Student Group Collaboration Assessment and Recommendation System Using Individual Role and Behavioral Cues

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anirudh Som ◽  
Sujeong Kim ◽  
Bladimir Lopez-Prado ◽  
Svati Dhamija ◽  
Nonye Alozie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Recommendation System ◽  
Feedback System ◽  
Individual Student ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Student Group ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
Group Collaboration ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Constructive Feedback ◽  
Spatio Temporal

Early development of specific skills can help students succeed in fields like Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Different education standards consider “Collaboration” as a required and necessary skill that can help students excel in these fields. Instruction-based methods is the most common approach, adopted by teachers to instill collaborative skills. However, it is difficult for a single teacher to observe multiple student groups and provide constructive feedback to each student. With growing student population and limited teaching staff, this problem seems unlikely to go away. Development of machine-learning-based automated systems for student group collaboration assessment and feedback can help address this problem. Building upon our previous work, in this paper, we propose simple CNN deep-learning models that take in spatio-temporal representations of individual student roles and behavior annotations as input for group collaboration assessment. The trained classification models are further used to develop an automated recommendation system to provide individual-level or group-level feedback. The recommendation system suggests different roles each student in the group could have assumed that would facilitate better overall group collaboration. To the best of our knowledge, we are the first to develop such a feedback system. We also list the different challenges faced when working with the annotation data and describe the approaches we used to address those challenges.

Motivational and cultural correlates of second language acquisition

2008 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 17.1-17.22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Baohua Yu ◽  
David A. Watkins
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Chinese Language ◽  
Language Anxiety ◽  
Student Group ◽  
Asian Student ◽  
Student Groups

The present study investigates the relationships among motivational factors, cultural correlates and second language proficiency. The participants, from both Western and Asian backgrounds, were learning Chinese at university level in the People’s Republic of China. 115 students (35 Western students and 80 Asian students) ranging from beginning to advanced levels of proficiency were surveyed. The results of the study indicated that the degree of integrativeness into Chinese culture and motivation was significantly and positively related to Chinese language proficiency, while language anxiety was significantly and negatively correlated to such proficiency. However instrumental orientation was found to have no statistically significant relationship with such proficiency. Multiple regression analysis indicated that integrativeness and gender were major variables predicting Chinese language proficiency. Significant differences between Western and Asian student groups were found in terms of motivational variables and Chinese language proficiency. Compared with the Asian student group, the Western student group tended to perform better in spoken Chinese proficiency as evaluated by their teachers and seemed to have higher levels of motivation and integrativeness but lower levels of instrumental orientation and language anxiety. Recommendations are made to enhance motivation and second language acquisition.

Software for Feedback System Using Adaptive Categorization and Authenticated Recommendation

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-69
Author(s):  
Ayan Banerjee ◽  
Anirban Kundu
Keyword(s):  
Recommendation System ◽  
Linear Time ◽  
Feedback System ◽  
Student Attendance ◽  
Administrative Authority ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Reliability Factor ◽  
Entry Points ◽  
Geographically Distributed ◽  
Academic Organization

The authors propose a web-based adaptive categorization and authenticated recommendation system, based on teacher performance. Distinct layers of the proposed framework have been operated from many geographically distributed locations. The system contains multiple entry points such as a student attendance module, a teacher categorization module, and a teacher recommendation module, strictly accessed by the administrative authority of an academic organization. The student attendance module is required for achieving better results on the teacher categorization module, and the teacher recommendation module. The reliability factor has been incorporated for realizing the accuracy of the proposed system. The administration authorities communicate with the server to categorize and recommend teachers by using teachers' performance. The replication and re-allocation transparencies have been maintained throughout the servers. Lightweight system performance has been enhanced due to the incorporation of a paperless approach and has provided less data loss. A linear time complexity is achieved due to usage of cellular automata as a tool.

scholarly journals Tracking progress towards malaria elimination in China: estimates of reproduction numbers and their spatiotemporal variation

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isobel Routledge ◽  
Shengjie Lai ◽  
Katherine E Battle ◽  
Azra C Ghani ◽  
Manuel Gomez-Rodriguez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Yunnan Province ◽  
Reproduction Number ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Reproduction Numbers ◽  
Imported Cases ◽  
Geostatistical Models ◽  
Sources Of Infection ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Local Transmission

AbstractChina reported zero locally-acquired malaria cases in 2017 and 2018. Understanding the spatio-temporal pattern underlying this decline, especially the relationship between locally-acquired and imported cases, can inform efforts to maintain elimination and prevent re-emergence. This is particularly pertinent in Yunnan province, where the potential for local transmission is highest. Using a geo-located individual-level dataset of cases recorded in Yunnan province between 2011 and 2016, we jointly estimate the case reproduction number, Rc, and the number of unobserved sources of infection. We use these estimates within spatio-temporal geostatistical models to map how transmission varied over time and space, estimate the timeline to elimination and the risk of resurgence. Our estimates suggest that, maintaining current intervention efforts, Yunnan is unlikely to experience sustained local transmission up to 2020. However, even with a mean Rc of 0.005 projected for the year 2019, locally-acquired cases are possible due to high levels of importation.

scholarly journals Gender issues in computer-supported learning

2002 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cathy Gunn ◽  
Sheila French ◽  
Hamish McLeod ◽  
Mae McSporran ◽  
Gráinne Conole
Keyword(s):  
International Research ◽  
Gender Issues ◽  
Computer Access ◽  
Equal Opportunities ◽  
Student Group ◽  
Gender Imbalance ◽  
Interaction Style ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
Electronic Channels

Contemporary research identifies significant gender-related differences in performance and interaction style in computer-supported learning (CSL) environments. Evidence suggests that initial perceptions of these environments as democratic and offering equal opportunities to all students were flawed because interactions that take place through electronic channels lose none of the sociocultural complexity or gender imbalance that already exists within society. This paper presents a summary of gender-related issues identified by international research and academic practice together with the opinions expressed by participants in a discussion forum staged at ALT-C in 2001. Two main questions were addressed during the conference forum. Firstly, if computer access and literacy levels are assumed to be equalizing as the literature suggests, how can educational designers using CSL technologies best serve all student groups? Secondly, does the existence of gender-based differences in behaviour and interaction style in CSL environments mean that any student group is disadvantaged? The paper concludes with suggestions about how educational designers might increase the flexibility of CSL courses to offer equal opportunities to all students. A number of issues for further research are also identified.DOI:10.1080/0968776020100106

scholarly journals A FINAL YEAR DESIGN COURSE BASED ON INDUSTRY DERIVED PROJECTS

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Greg J. Schoenau
Keyword(s):  
Design Theory ◽  
Final Report ◽  
Student Group ◽  
Design Problems ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
Analysis And Design ◽  
Real World Problem ◽  
Design Alternatives ◽  
Method Of Production

This paper describes a two term design projects course in the Mechanical Eng. Dept. at the U of S. It is considered to be a “flagship” course for students in the final year of their program. Students focus on solving design problems submitted by industries and other outside organizations. Each student group works on a separate and unique project. The course provides students with an excellent opportunity to apply their engineering analysis and design theory. They function as a team, typical of practicing consulting engineers. They are responsible for the direction and quality of the work performed. Faculty act as technical advisors to the students, not as supervisors. The student groups search the literature, brainstorm design alternatives and analyze and test promising alternatives. A final report and seminar presentation are required for every group as well as periodic progress reports and presentations. Students get to work on a “real world” problem, typical of exactly what they might experience after graduation. This is really an extremely important and crucial distinguishing feature of the course and serves as a strong motivator for the students. The course therefore acts as a bridge between a student’s academic training and their practice of engineering. For industry, it is an opportunity to investigate the feasibility of a new design, process or method of production for minimal cost.

scholarly journals EVALUATION OF IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR PHYSICAL EXERCISE TO MAINTAIN HEALTH

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 266-269
Author(s):  
Changxu La ◽  
Bin Zhao ◽  
Shantian Wen
Keyword(s):  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Student Group ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
School Sports ◽  
Slow Decline ◽  
Important Object ◽  
Sports Activities ◽  
Study Student

ABSTRACT Introduction In recent years, people’s physical fitness continues to show a slow decline, so the maintenance of human health is very important. Object The thesis researches the effect of student group sports and analyzes the influencing factors of student group sports. Method The thesis uses mathematical statistics to study student groups’ sports activities and influencing factors. Results The student group is not satisfied with the extracurricular sports activities carried out by the school. The community has little influence on the sports behavior of the student group. Conclusion This study provides a realistic and theoretical basis for the student group to implement the school sports documents, rules and regulations, and opinions and promote the student group’s physical and mental health. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment results.

scholarly journals Deriving Spatio-Temporal Geographies of Human Mobility from GPS traces

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alessia Calafiore ◽  
Nombuyisielo Murage ◽  
Andrea Nasuto ◽  
Francisco Rowe
Keyword(s):  
Structural Changes ◽  
Human Mobility ◽  
Gps Data ◽  
Mobility Patterns ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Temporal Properties ◽  
Detection Approach ◽  
Collective Movements ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
City Structure

This paper leverages on the opportunities presented by individual level GPS data to study human mobility. It develops a methodology to understand the spatio-temporal properties of collective movements using network science. Through a spatially-weighted community detection approach, we derived functional neighbourhoods from human mobility patterns from GPS data and analyse the extent to which they vary across time. The results show that while the overall city structure remains stable, functional neighbourhoods tend to contract and expand over the course of the day. This work proposes a methodological framework and emphasises the importance of detecting short-term structural changes in cities based on human mobility.

scholarly journals EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND ECOLOGICAL SECURITY – NEW PERSPECTIVES IN SECURITY CULTURE

2021 ◽  
pp. 97-113
Author(s):  
JASMINA GAČIĆ ◽  
JELENA ĆESAREVIĆ
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Education For Sustainable Development ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Ecological Security ◽  
Development Education ◽  
Security Culture ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Ecological Awareness ◽  
Security Issues ◽  
Just Society

The notion of ecological education and education for sustainable development appeared as a result of the development and popularization of the sustainable development concept, further encouraged by numerous documents, strategies, and declarations adopted by organizations of international and national importance. In its development, education for sustainable development went through various influences and transformations. From striving for self-knowledge, changing attitudes, and developing ecological awareness, education that goes beyond courses, to education that supports changes in knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes to create a more sustainable and just society for all. Education for sustainable development and ecological security implies the integration of appropriate knowledge and skills in curricula at all levels of education, but at the same time, it also implies stronger cooperation between scientists and educators, better integration of science and technology in educational programs, and increase in the competence of teaching staff. In the development of the subject Security Culture, the issues of sustainable development and ecological security must be included along with numerous security issues from the individual level to the state security issues, but this must be done in a way that includes the conception of common values, personal and collective integrity, a sense of social responsibility, freedom of choice, as well as new attitudes and behaviors.

scholarly journals Students' Views of the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE): Findings from two Malaysian Pharmacy Schools

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed Hassan Elnaem ◽  
Zainol Akbar Zainal ◽  
Muhammad Zuljalil Ilham Bin Wahab ◽  
Aqilah Binti Mohd Ali ◽  
Umi Syuhada Binti Abd Rahim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Time Allocation ◽  
Private University ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Public University ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
Constructive Feedback ◽  
Organization Quality

Abstract Objectives: To investigate and compare the views of undergraduate pharmacy students in two Malaysian pharmacy schools (one private and one public) regarding the organization, quality, and objectivity of OSCE. Methods: A cross-sectional study was undertaken among penultimate and final year students in two Malaysian pharmacy schools between October and December 2019. A questionnaire was developed, tested, and validated and then distributed to study participants through online Google forms. Results: A total of 221 undergraduate pharmacy students participated in the study. Regarding the adequacy of the time allocated per OSCE station, students of the public university expressed a relatively higher level of disagreement (IIUM 63.9% & 48.7% vs. UoC 11.6% & 14.3%). Relatively few students agreed that OSCE is a less stressful type of assessment compared to other traditional methods (IIUM 7.2% & 10.3% vs. UoC 39.5% & 23.8%). Regarding the OSCE scores as valid indicators of student’s skills, private university students had more agreement than their counterparts in a public university (UoC 79% & 64.3% vs. IIUM 39.2% 30.8%). In addition, both student groups disagreed that OSCE marks were likely to be affected by the student’s gender (IIUM 73.2% & 66.7% vs. UoC 67.4% & 78.6%). Conclusion: Overall, most of the participants had overall good views regarding the organization, quality, and objectivity of OSCE, with several differences between students in public and private universities. There are few areas to be further considered to ensure more positive students’ OSCE experience such as revision on the time allocation for every station and on the provision of timely constructive feedback.

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