scholarly journals Intercultural Sensitivity and Ethnocentrism Levels of Theology Students in a Turkish University Sample

Religions ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 237
Author(s):  
Irfan Erdogan ◽  
Muhiddin Okumuslar
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Intercultural Sensitivity ◽  
University Faculty ◽  
Sensitivity Level ◽  
Theology Students ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Theology Faculty ◽  
Academic Year

In this study, we aimed to examine the intercultural sensitivity levels and ethnocentrism levels, as well as some variables that affect them, of students studying in the Necmettin Erbakan University Theology Faculty in Turkey. A descriptive survey research method was adopted to realize this aim. The Intercultural Sensitivity Scale and the Generalized Ethnocentrism Scale were used as the data collection tools. The sample of the study consisted of 326 students studying in the Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Theology during the 2018–2019 academic year. According to our findings, the intercultural sensitivity level of the theology students was “high,” whereas their ethnocentrism level was “low.” The intercultural sensitivity levels of the theology students differed based on age and exposure to individuals from another country or culture. Ethnocentrism levels in the students differed based on gender, the nationality of the students (Europe, Turkey, Asia-Africa), the size of the settlement unit, and exposure to individuals from different countries or cultures.

scholarly journals University Students’ Perceptions of the Use of Digital Technologies in their Formal Learning: A Developing Country Perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 149 ◽  
Author(s):  
Al-Mothana M. Gasaymeh ◽  
Adnan M. Al-Tawel1 ◽  
Khaldun G. Al-Moghrabi ◽  
Ali M. Al-Ghonmein
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Developing Country ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Formal Learning ◽  
Digital Competence ◽  
Digital Competency ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Academic Year

The purpose of this study was twofold: (1) to examine university students’ perceptions of the use digital technologies in their formal learning, and (2) to examine differences in the their perceptions of the use of digital technologies in their formal learning, based on their gender, age, major, academic year, perceptions of digital competence, and perceptions of digital dependence. A descriptive survey research method was used; a questionnaire was used to collect data. The participants were students enrolled in different classes in the second semester in the academic year of 2016/2017 at a university in Jordan. The results showed that the participants had positive perceptions of the use digital technologies in their formal learning in affective, cognitive, and conative domains. Students’ perceptions of the use digital technologies in their formal learning did not differ significantly according to gender, age, major, or perceived digital dependency. However, students’ perceptions of the use digital technologies in their formal learning were influenced by their academic year and perceived digital competency. Recommendations based on the findings were presented.

scholarly journals ANALYSIS OF LANDSLIDES RISK IN DANO VILLAGE LELES DISTRICT GARUT REGENCY WEST JAVA

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fachry Arsyad ◽  
Dede Kuswanda ◽  
Milly Mildawati
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Disaster Preparedness ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Landslide Risk ◽  
High Category ◽  
Survey Research Methods ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The study aims to obtain the overview of landslide risk in Dano Village, Leles District, Garut Regency. Disaster risk is the potential for losses arising from disasters. Level of disaster risk is the result of multiplication between threat and vulnerability divided by capability, meaning that the greater the threat and vulnerability while the smaller the capability, the greater the risk of disaster. The research method used a descriptive survey research methods with quantitative approaches. The research respondents were administrators and members of the Disaster Preparedness Village and Chairman of RW 06, 07 and 08 Kampung Patrol in total 46 respondents. Data collection techniques using a questionnaire. The results showed that in Dano Village, Leles Subdistrict, Garut Regency, there was a high category of landslide threat, a high category of vulnerability to landslides, and a low category of capability to encounter disaster threats. In general, Dano Village has a low level of disaster risk. Recommended research results are: a necessary effort to reduce the risk of landslides by depressing the threat of landslides, decreasing vulnerability to landslides, and increasing the capability on facing landslides. The next research recommendation is to examine the variable of preparedness to encounter the threat of landslides.

scholarly journals Meningkatkan Kompetensi Guru dalam Menyusun Silabus dan RPP Melalui Supervisi Akademik Berkelanjutan di SMP Negeri 2 Sabang

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 359-376
Author(s):  
Faridah Faridah
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Middle Schools ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Lesson Plan ◽  
Lesson Plans ◽  
Teacher Competence ◽  
Public Middle School ◽  
Academic Year

The study entitled "Improving teacher competence in preparing syllabus and lesson plans through ongoing academic supervision in SMP (Public Middle Schools) Negeri 2 Sabang" raised the issue of whether through continuous academic supervision it can improve teacher competence in preparing syllabi and lesson plans. This study aims to improve the competence of teachers in Sabang 2 Public Middle School in preparing syllabus and lesson plans. The subjects of this study were teachers of Sabang 2 Public Middle School in the 2016/2017 academic year, totaling 13 teachers, consisting of 10 PNS teachers and 3 non PNS teachers. The method used is the school action research method. Data collection is done by test and observation techniques. The study was conducted in 2 cycles. In the first cycle 31% of teachers obtained the appropriate syllabus and lesson plan and were considered good and in cycle 2 there were 100% of teachers who had syllabus and lesson plans that were appropriate and considered good. The conclusion of this research is that through ongoing academic supervision scientifically proven to improve teacher competence in preparing syllabus and lesson plans.

scholarly journals THE EFFECT OF WORK ETHICS ON JOB SATISFACTION AND EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bello Ahmed Nurudeen ◽  
Abigael Joy Aluku ◽  
Oladimeji Mustafa Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Unethical Behavior ◽  
Employee Satisfaction ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Work Ethics ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Mediator Variable

It has been shown that the bad degradation of ethical conduct in the organization, continuous investigation of the asymmetry between productivity and worker commitment about employment have been satisfied. Results shown in practice could not improve employee performance in different work ethics. The effect of work ethics on employee performance has been explained when employee satisfaction is perceived as a mediator variable. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effects of unethical behavior on employee commitment and productivity in Nigeria. For the study, a descriptive survey research method was used, with fifty valid questionnaires distributed to employees from five cluster government establishments in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. Secondary data and documentation were also reviewed and used in the study. <p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0857/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

scholarly journals Comparative Study on the Awareness, Availability and Patronage of Electronic Resources between Male and Female Students of AbubakarTafawa Balewa University Bauchi, Bauchi State-Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
pp. 687-693
Author(s):  
Suleiman Abdullahi, CLN ◽  
Aliyu, Isyaku Ahmad, CLN ◽  
Yagana Musa, CLN ◽  
Adamu Hassan, CLN
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Electronic Resources ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Global World ◽  
Frequency Counts ◽  
Tremendous Impact

This study was conducted to examine the availability and patronage of electronic resources by male and female students in Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi, Bauchi state, Nigeria. 1500 male and female students formed the population of the study. Survey research method was adopted. Questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection. Frequency counts and simple percentages were used in analysing the data collected. The study revealed that female students of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi have rarely patronized electronic resources in the e-library and as such has tremendous impact on their level of awareness on global world of electronic information and thereby would affects their academic performances. The study recommended among others, awareness of the availability of electronic resources in the library and the need for the female students to acquire more skills in the use of electronic resources

scholarly journals The Increasing Naturalist Intelligence by Planting Methods in TK B Group at KB TK Asaloka on West Jakarta Academic Year 2018/2019

LITERATUS ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-36
Author(s):  
Dini Ameliawati
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Class Action ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Planting Methods ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
Planning Implementation ◽  
Planting Method ◽  
Academic Year

The purpose in this research was to determine the process of implementing the planting method in an effort to improve naturalist intelligence for children. The method used in this study is a class action research method which consists of four steps, there are: planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. This research was conducted on 17 students at KB TK Asaloka on West Jakarta, from April to May 2019. The data collection techniques in this study were observation, field notes, interviews, and documentation. The results of the action in each cycle of class action research obtained an increase in children's naturalist intelligence from the start of the pre-cycle action with the acquisition of an average value are 1.3, or 32% if on percentage value. Cycle 1 get the acquisition of an average value 2.6, or 62% if on percentage value. Then, cycle 2 with the acquisition of an average value are 3.7, or equal to 92% on percentage value. The conclusion of this study is that planting methods are effective in increasing children's naturalist intelligence.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Keaktifan Siswa dalam Pembelajaran Akidah Akhlak Kelas X IPA dengan Strategi Jigsaw di MA Ibnul Qoyyim Putra

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muh. Mafruri ◽  
Fery Irianto Setyo Wobowo
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Natural Science ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Moral Code ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Student Activity ◽  
Academic Year

The low level of activeness of class X science students in the study of moral code in MA Ibnul Qoyyim Putra, because the learning activities carried out by the teacher has not been fully student-centered, ie do not apply various strategies in learning or monotonous so that students are less active in learning, therefore, it is necessary to improve the learning of the Morals by using learning strategies that make students active and enthusiastic in learning by implementing the Jigsaw strategy on the Morals so that student activity can be improved for the better. This research is a Classroom Action Research, aimed to find out how the application of the Jigsaw strategy in increasing the activeness of Class X science students in the subjects of Islamic Morals. This research method uses the Jigsaw strategy in the study of the Morals to increase the activeness of students in class X science. The subjects of this study were the 23rd-grade students of MA Natural Science Ibnul Qoyyim Putra in the academic year 2017/2018. Data collection techniques in this study used observation, questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. Then the validity of the data is tested by using triangulation. The results obtained were that the Pre Cycle Percentage was 31.98%, then the Cycle I Percentage was 49.98% and the Cycle II percentage was 78.17%, so the conclusion of this study was based on data obtained that the application of the Jigsaw strategy could increase student activity. Abstrak Rendahnya keaktifan siswa kelas X IPA dalam pembelajaran Akidah Akhlak di MA Ibnul Qoyyim Putra, dikarenakan kegiatan pembelajaran yang dilaksanakan oleh guru belum sepenuhnya berpusat pada siswa, yakni tidak menerapkan berbagai strategi dalam pembelajaran atau monoton sehingga siswa kurang aktif dalam pembelajaran tersebut, oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan perbaikan pembelajaran Akidah Akhlak dengan menggunakan strategi pembelajaran yang menjadikan siswa aktif dan antusias didalam pembelajaran yaitu dengan menerapkan strategi Jigsaw pada mata pelajaran Akidah Akhlak sehingga keaktifan siswa  dapat meningkat menjadi lebih baik. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian Tindakan Kelas, bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana penerapan strategi Jigsaw dalam meningkatkan keaktifan siswa kelas X IPA pada mata pelajaran Akidah Akhlak. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan strategi Jigsaw dalam pembelajaran Akidah Akhlak untuk meingkatkan keaktifan siswa di kelas X IPA. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas X IPA MA Ibnul Qoyyim Putra tahun pelajaran 2017/2018 sebanyak 23 siswa. Teknik  pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan observasi, angket, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Kemudian diuji keabsahan datanya dengan menggunakan trianggulasi. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh adalah bahwa prosentase Pra Siklus 31,98%, kemudian Prosentase Siklus I 49,98% dan prosentase Siklus II 78,17%, sehingga kesimpulan penelitian ini berdasarkan data yang didapatkan bahwa penerapan strategi Jigsaw dapat meningkatkan keaktifan siswa. Kata kunci: Akidah Akhlak, Jigsaw, Keaktifan Siswa.

scholarly journals PENGARUH PERSEPSI SISWA TENTANG KOMPETENSI GURU TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS XI PADA MATA PELAJARAN EKONOMI DI SMA NEGERI 15 SURABAYA TAHUN AJARAN 2018/2019

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-17
Author(s):  
BAGUS PRAYOGO
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Direct Effect ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Student Perception ◽  
Teacher Competence ◽  
Positive Direct ◽  
Academic Year

AbstrakTujuan yang diharapkan dalam studi ini ialah mengetahui pengaruh langsung positif kompetensi guru terhadap hasil belajar siswa kelas XI pada mata pelajaran ekonomi di SMA Negeri 15 Surabaya tahun ajaran 2018/2019. Metode studi yang digunakan ialah asosiatif kausal dengan melakukan pendekatan kuantitatif. Populasi pada studi ini ialah semua siswa kelas XI SMA Negeri 15 Surabaya yang mempelajari ekonomi sejumlah 251 siswa. Berdasarkan hasil random sampling, sampel studi ini ialah siswa kelas XI MIPA 2 SMA Negeri 15 Surabaya sejumlah 35 siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data pada studi ini memanfaatkan angket untuk mengetahui persepsi siswa tentang kompetensi guru dan nilai PTS untuk mengetahui hasil belajar. Berlandaskan hasil uji t (Parsial) studi ini memperlihatkan bahwa persepsi siswa tentang kompetensi guru berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap hasil belajar siswa. Kata kunci : Persepsi Siswa Tentang Kompetensi Guru, Hasil Belajar AbstractThe expected goal in this study is to know the positive direct effect of teacher competence on the learning outcomes of class XI students on economic subjects in Surabaya 15 High School in the academic year 2018/2019. The research method used is associative causal by carrying out a quantitative approach. The population in this study were all students of class XI Surabaya 15 High School who studied the economy of 251 students. Based on the results of random sampling, the sample of this study was students of class XI MIPA 2 Surabaya 15 High School numbering 35 students. Data collection techniques in this study used a questionnaire to determine students perceptions of teacher competence and PTS scores to find out the learning outcomes. Based on the results of the t test (Partial) this study shows that students perceptions of teacher competence have a positive and significant effect on student learning outcomes.Keywords: Student Perception About Teacher Competence, Learning Outcomes

scholarly journals Perceived Challenges of Using Web-Based Library Services by Students in Prof. Festus Aghabgo Nwako Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther Ekene Aghauche ◽  
Obiora Kingsley Udem ◽  
Emeka Kingsley Ogalanya
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Sample Size ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Educational Value ◽  
Virtual Experience ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Purpose: This study investigated the challenges confronting the use of web-based library services in Prof. Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, NnamdiA zikiwe University, Awka.Methodology: The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The population comprised of 4,529 registered student users of the library and the sample size was 200 students accidentally selected while using the library. Questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection and the data collected were analyzed using mean.Findings: The result revealed that challenges such as lack of awareness of available web-based services, lack of fund and high cost of Internet services among others were confronting the use of web based services in the library.Implications: lack of awareness of available web-based library services as major challenge to the use of the services shows that students were not aware of these services hence the need for academic libraries to market their web-based services.Value/Originality: The study’s educational value rest on the recommendations that the library should create awareness of available web-based services and the university authority should provide more funds to enable the library to fully upgrade its web-based services so that a true virtual experience could be derived from the use of these services.

THE EFFECT OF CLEAN LIVING BEHAVIOR ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF STUDENTS’ACHIEVEMENT

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Ranta Butarbutar
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Learning Achievement ◽  
Correlational Research ◽  
Behavior Learning ◽  
Data Collection Technique ◽  
Academic Year

Clean living behavior has effect on the student’s learning achievement. This study aims to determine the effect of clean living behavior on the improvement of students’ learning achievement in Tomer Elementary School Naukenjerai District on Academic Year of 2017/2018. The type of this research is a correlational research. The method used is survey research, with data collection technique using questionnaire and documentation analysis. The population of this study is the students of class I to class VI, which consists of 50 students, taken using random sampling technique. The findings of this study indicate that there is a significant effect between clean living behavior on the improvement of students’ learning achievement in Tomer Elementary School Naukenjerai District on Academic Year of 2017/2018. From the total of 50 students, there are only 5 students (10%) who have clean living behavior (low category), while the rest of 45 students (90%) have not implemented a clean living behavior (high category). Keywords: clean living behavior, learning achievement  

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