scholarly journals Pilot Study Using ArcGIS Online to Enhance Students’ Learning Experience in Fieldwork

Geosciences ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 357
Author(s):  
Sumet Phantuwongraj ◽  
Piyaphong Chenrai ◽  
Thitiphan Assawincharoenkij
Keyword(s):  
Test Scores ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Data Gathering ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Online Application ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
Spatial Continuity ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The University

Applying ArcGIS Online application to geological fieldwork provides an alternative way to teach students. This brief report describes an educational innovation for geological fieldwork with the ArcGIS Online application to examine students’ learning experiences. In comparison to traditional classrooms, this teaching method enables students to more easily comprehend how geological structures and features connect through the mapping area. This observation indicates that students can think about the structure and deformation events as spatial continuity during acquisition data gathering in the field. Results from independent t-tests between treated and untreated student groups show that the average post-test scores of the treated students were significantly higher than pre-test scores, at a p = 0.05 level, after using ArcGIS Online in fieldwork designed in this study. Therefore, the ArcGIS Online application plays an important role in changing and developing the geological fieldwork in Thailand at the university scale for students. This teaching method could potentially benefit any science teaching and have applications in other disciplines requiring similar skills as well.

scholarly journals Misconceptions in Projectile Motion and Conceptual Changes via Geogebra Applications

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 42-62
Author(s):  
Ferhat Aslan ◽  
Ugur Buyuk
Keyword(s):  
Science Teachers ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Traditional Teaching ◽  
Projectile Motion ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The University

The purpose of this work is to examine the issue of pre-service science teachers’ (PSST) Geogebra applications on misconceptions about projectile motion (PM) and the permanence of learning concepts. In this study, quantitative research method was used as scientific research method, and semi-experimental design with pre-test, post-test control group was used as a pattern. The accessible population of this study is PSST who study in a university located in Kayseri, Turkey in the 2019-2020 academic year. Sample of the study included 36 freshman PSST, studying at the university level in Kayseri. 18 of the participants are experimental-group (EG) and 18 of them are control-group (CG). Both groups learned the subject of projectile motion (PM) together in the classroom. In addition to the traditional teaching method, the EG participated eight-week in the Geogebra course based on the conceptual change model and prepared physics simulations with Geogebra. “Conceptual Questions on Projectile Motion” was used as a data collection tool and the data were analyzed by means of statistics (t-test) based on the difference between averages. The results revealed that both the post-test’s and permanence test’s mean scores of the EG PSST were significantly higher than the mean score of the CG PSST (post-test: t=2.525; p< .05) (permanence test: t=5.466; p< .05). Furthermore, in this study, many misconceptions about the PM were identified.

scholarly journals Use of Student-generated Multiple Choice Questions to Enhance Team-based Learning of Anatomy at the University of Rwanda

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
ISAIE SIBOMANA ◽  
Irenee David Karenzi ◽  
Irenee Niyongombwa ◽  
Jean Claude Byiringiro ◽  
Julien Gashegu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Student Satisfaction ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Human Anatomy ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Team Based Learning ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The University ◽  
Anatomy Teaching

Abstract Introduction: Teaching of human anatomy has undergone significant changes in last 3 decades. At the University of Rwanda, anatomy is being taught using team-based learning (TBL). While student generated multiple choice questions (MCQs) stimulate deeper thinking of a given topic, their impact on anatomy learning is not known. This study aimed to improve anatomy teaching and student satisfaction by combining both models. Methods: It was a comparative interventional study where two similar chapters of anatomy were selected and one taught using team based learning while the other one, in addition to TBL, student were encouraged to set MCQs while studying. Pre- and post-test scores were analysed using SPSS 23 and student t-test was used to compare the mean score obtained. Results: 31 medical students were recruited. Pre-test mean scores in both chapters were 25.10 and 25.19 over 50 for chapter 1 and chapter 2 respectively. Although the students’ post-test scores improved after teaching for each chapter, it was much more for chapter 2 than chapter one with mean score of 39.97 and 32.45 over 50 respectively (P<0.05). Despite such improvement, setting MCQs was not easy in almost a half of students. Conclusion: This study has found that student generated MCQs can be used as a simple and cost effective tool to enhance TBL learning of anatomy. Keywords: Anatomy, teaching, MCQs, TBL, University of Rwanda

Interactive Scenario-Based Teaching of Metal Casting Processes

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zahed Siddique ◽  
Mrinal Saha ◽  
Firas Akasheh ◽  
Shaiful Arif ◽  
Bipul Barua
Keyword(s):  
Active Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Metal Casting ◽  
University Of Oklahoma ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Manufacturing Engineering ◽  
Novel Concept ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

It is well documented that students learn more effectively when they are actively involved in the learning process. Interactive scenario-based education is a novel concept expected to stimulate active learning and provide an engaging learning experience. Recently we have developed a Create your Scenario Interactively (CSI) module to teach metal casting and have implemented it in manufacturing engineering courses at the University of Oklahoma. In this paper, we discuss the impact of the CSI on students’ learning in manufacturing engineering education. The pedagogical effectiveness of the CSI instruction has been evaluated in several areas such as students’ engaging and active learning through pre-test and post-test format and survey questionnaires. Our preliminary results suggest that a majority of the students feels that the CSI module is very effective in keeping them engaged. Results also indicate that the CSI instructions help improve their understanding of the metal casting process. The details of the CSI module, implementation details, and assessment results are discussed.

scholarly journals The Impact of the 5E Teaching Model on Changes in Neuroscience, Drug Addiction, and Research Methods Knowledge of Science Teachers Attending California’s ARISE Professional Development Workshops

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 109
Author(s):  
Rosa D. Manzo ◽  
Linda Whent ◽  
Lauren Liets ◽  
Adela de la Torre ◽  
Rosa Gomez-Camacho
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Drug Addiction ◽  
Science Teachers ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Science Classroom ◽  
English Learner ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Science Educators ◽  
The Impact

<p>This study examined how science teachers’ knowledge of research methods, neuroscience and drug addiction changed through their participation in a 5-day summer science institute. The data for this study evolved from a four-year NIH funded science education project called Addiction Research and Investigation for Science Educators (ARISE). Findings were based on pre- and post-test evaluation data from three annual cohorts in June 2010, 2011 and 2012. Researchers found significant improvement in teacher knowledge overall and on all subscales. Teachers with lower pre-test scores showed the greatest gain in post-test scores. What made this in-service unique was that the 5E pedagogical model was used to teach the teachers and demonstrate 5E instruction in the science classroom. Through the use of the 5E teaching method, we found that teachers in our cohorts with the least skill had higher rates of gain. A strategy that has been used extensively to teach science to children, this model moves away from didactic methods of in-service pedagogy. These findings suggest that the 5E model could be an effective way to teach teachers as well as students, particularly new and or less skilled teachers, who often tend to have high numbers of English Learner (EL) students in their classes.</p>

A LONGITUDINAL STUDY ON THE USE OF PEER INSTRUCTION WITH CLICKERS TO TEACH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Mousaion ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 89-103
Author(s):  
Paul A. Laughton
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Peer Instruction ◽  
First Year ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The University

The objective of this research was to determine whether students would benefit from the incorporation of a teaching method known as peer instruction with clickers in first year information management classes at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. Quantitative data was collected from selected classes over a period of two years. An attempt was made to confirm whether the benefits from using peer instruction with clickers recorded in previous studies were applicable to the subject of information management. Half of the selected classes used peer instruction as a teaching method, while the remaining half used a conventional face-to-face, one-to-many teaching method. Clickers were used to collect data from all classes, enabling a comparison of the two teaching methods. The different teaching methods applied revealed varying responses from the students, which also revealed different results in their class test scores. This quantitative data may potentially prove some benefits of using peer instruction with clickers to teach information management.Keywords: clickers, information management, peer instruction

The Effectiveness of Reciprocal Teaching Method Embedding Critical Thinking Towards MIA Second Graders’ Reading Comprehension of MAN 1 Kendari

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Andi Ayu Lestari
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Second Graders ◽  
Reciprocal Teaching ◽  
Comprehension Test ◽  
Qualitative Approaches ◽  
Post Test

This research is aimed to investigate the effectiveness of reciprocal teaching strategy embedding critical thinking for students’ reading comprehension at the second grade of MIA at MAN 1 Kendari. Quantitative and qualitative approaches were employed to investigate the effectiveness of the method, as well as students’ perception. The study was guided by two research questions: (a) does reciprocal teaching method embedding critical thinking (RTT+) affect MIA second graders’ reading comprehension; (b) how do students perceive RTT+? Ninety-seven students participated in the present study.    The instruments   of   the   study   were   reading   comprehension   test   and questionnaires. Reading comprehension test was administered on two different occasions; before and after treatment, whereas questionnaires were administered prior to the end of the study. Paired sample t-test was employed to examine possible differences in students’ pre- and post- test  scores. The  results  show  significant  improvement  in  students’  post-test  scores. Implications of the study will be critically discussed in this paper. Key words: Reciprocal Teaching Method, Critical Thinking, RTT+, Reading Comprehension.

scholarly journals TEACHING READING THROUGH RECIPROCAL TEACHING METHOD

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
Beny Hamdani
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Reading Ability ◽  
English Education ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Alternative Hypothesis ◽  
Reciprocal Teaching ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Direct Reading ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The University

 This paper aims to investigate whether the university students who are taught reading through Reciprocal Teaching Method achieve better in reading ability than those who are taught through Direct Reading Thinking Activities. The design of this study is a quasi-experimental, non-randomized control group, pretest-posttest since it is conducted in a classroom setting that the subjects have been organized into classes. The subject of the study was the fourth term of university students of English education study program consisting 30 university students. The instrument of this research was a test as Pre-test and Post-test in the form of reading comprehension questions. The data analysis used Independent T-Test. Based on the result of the calculation of post-test from experimental and control groups, the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted. The result of the study shows that the use of the Reciprocal Teaching Method can improve the university students’ reading ability. It proves the hypothesis of the study that students who are taught reading through the Reciprocal Teaching method achieve better in reading ability than those who are taught through Direct Reading Thinking Activities. Based on this result, it can be concluded that the Reciprocal Teaching Method can be used as an alternative method to teach reading, so that the students are able to understand the texts comprehensively. It also makes the university students more active in the teaching learning process and can improve their ability as well. 

scholarly journals Jigsaw learning versus traditional lectures: Impact on student grades and learning experience

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 154-172
Author(s):  
Teresa Costouros
Keyword(s):  
Active Learning ◽  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
Learning Modules ◽  
Traditional Lectures ◽  
Student Grades ◽  
The Impact

Despite significant research supporting active learning, many professors continue to use traditional lectures as their primary teaching method, particularly in introductory level courses. This article explores whether jigsaw cooperative learning had a positive impact on student grades and enhanced their learning experience, as compared to the traditional lecture method. The question was answered by collecting data from an insurance and risk management introductory course in the business school. To answer the question on learning experience, students completed a validated survey on each pedagogy, consisting of 15 statements that they rated on a Likert scale of 1 to 5, strongly disagreeing or agreeing with the statements. The course content was taught using lectures for four learning modules and the jigsaw learning method for four learning modules. After each module, a quiz was written by each student, and these grades were compared to establish the impact of each teaching method on student grades. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and two-way ANOVA testing to determine significant differences. Data was collected from two student groups. One group was a traditional university group of diverse students and the other group consisted of international students from India. I compared the results of the two student groups to identify any differences. This research adds to the studies on active learning in insurance education, specifically jigsaw cooperative learning. It also contributes to literature on effective teaching strategies for international student groups.

scholarly journals Does 12-Week Latin Dance Training Affect the Self-Confidence of the University Students?

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Odemis Meric ◽  
Adilogullari Ilhan
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Working Group ◽  
The Self ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Dance Training ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The University ◽  
Confidence Scale

<p>In this research, it is aimed to investigate the effect of 12-week Latin dance training on the self confidence of university students. This research was conducted with a total of 60 students, including 30 students as control and 30 students as working group. 33-item self-confidence scale developed by Akin (2007) was applied to both control and working group. Latin dance training was carried out once a week (2 hours) for a total of 24 hours, in 12 weeks. SPSS 16.0 was used for the evaluation of the data obtained in the study. Percetage, frequency, Paired Sample and Independent t-test were used for the analysis of the data. When post-test scores of self-confidence were evaluated, score of working group was found to be statistically significant compared to control group. According to the result of the research, it might be said that 12-week Latin dance training had increased the self confidence of the participants.<strong> </strong><strong></strong></p>

scholarly journals Effect of using GeoGebra software on students’ achievement at university level

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 47-60
Author(s):  
Ganesh Prasad Adhikari
Keyword(s):  
Test Scores ◽  
Complex Analysis ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Traditional Teaching ◽  
Limit Concept ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
University Level ◽  
Experimental Group

This study examined the effect of using GeoGebra software on students’ achievement in the case of limit concepts at university level. The instruments used in this study were GeoGebra software, traditional teaching method, and Mathematics Achievement Test (MAT) taken to get the required information. A quasi-experimental design was used and the GeoGebra software introduced in teaching of the limit concept of Complex Analysis among twenty-nine students of section B and traditional teaching method introduced among thirty-one students of section A of the second semester of Master’s in Mathematics Education. After the pre-test, the control group students had been taken the limit concept and related problem in a traditional method and the experimental group students toughed the same content with interactive worksheets by using GeoGebra software. After five hours of lecture in both groups, the standardized MAT (2) was applied for the post-test to the students of both groups. The gathered quantitative data were analyzed by using SPSS 26 version of the scores of sixty students on both groups. As a result, the findings of the research showed that the pre-test scores of students in both groups were insignificant differences. But the pre-test and post-test scores of students in the experimental group and post-test scores of students in both groups were significant differences. The result showed that students were found more interactive in teaching through GeoGebra software and have a positive effect on students’ achievement on the limit concept.

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