scholarly journals WEB 2.0-BASED LEARNING AND THE CHALLENGES OF CULTURE SHOCK AMONG INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN CYPRUS

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 205-213
Author(s):  
Isyaku Hassan ◽  
Musa Barau Gamji ◽  
Qaribu Yahaya Nasidi ◽  
Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Computer Literacy ◽  
Eastern Mediterranean ◽  
Culture Shock ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Nigerian Students

With the emergence of new communication technologies, learning has been transformed digitally through Web 2.0 tools, in which digital devices are used to blend the learning system. Some students of tertiary institutions, especially international students who migrate to study out of their community or country, have different cultures of learning, thereby lacking skills and awareness on how to use the new learning system. This study, therefore, aims to investigate the use of web 2.0-based learning facilities and culture shock among international students at the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), North Cyprus. The data were collected from a purposive sample of 15 Nigerian students using a semi-structured interview as a data collection instrument. The data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The study reveals that even though some Nigerian students face difficulties in managing Web2.0-based learning facilities like student portal and Moodle, their computer literacy helped them from the initial stage. The findings also indicate that some participants suggest adequate orientation to be organized for international students on the use of learning facilities in the institution. The study suggests that there is a need for further research on digital learning culture from the African perspective. Keywords: Culture shock, international students, digital learning, Web 2.0 tools

Web 2.0 Tools: awareness and extent of use among visually impaired students

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-132
Author(s):  
S. Khowaja ◽  
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N. Fatima ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Screen Readers ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Job Opportunities ◽  
Survey Technique ◽  
Visually Impaired Students

The article discusses a study conducted at Aligarh Muslim University to identify the awareness and use of Web 2.0 Tools by visually impaired students. The survey technique was employed in which structured interview method was followed to collect data from 83 visually impaired students and analysed using SPSS (Version 23). Findings of the study reveal that these students were aware about Web 2.0 Tools. Among these, 32.5% students possessed membership of these tools for more than 3 years and majority were using WhatsApp (89.2%), YouTube (87.9%), and Facebook (85.5%) on daily basis. These tools were used by students for different purposes, for instance 91.6% students utilized these tools for academic purposes, 84.3% for seeking job opportunities, and 81.9% for sharing knowledge. It also came to light that the major problem faced by visually impaired users was in the form of compatibility issues with screen readers (85.5%) and non-availability of JAWS software in all languages (66.3%). Further, the study also put forth certain suggestions for enhancing the use of Web 2.0 Tools among visually impaired students.

scholarly journals Away from Home: A Qualitative Exploration of Health Experiences of Nigerian Students in a U.K. University

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Folashade T Alloh ◽  
Desiree Tait ◽  
Clare Taylor
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Culture Shock ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cultural Dimension ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Nigerian Students ◽  
Qualitative Exploration

This study explored the factors that contribute to the health experience of Nigerian students in the United Kingdom. Challenges faced by international students include dietary issues, isolation, stress, depression and others. Nine semi-structured interviews were conducted combination of purposive sampling and snowball sampling techniques were used to recruit participants for the study. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed and analysed using thematic content analysis and Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) to interpret themes. Two major themesfrom our findings were discussed under broad headings: Transitional changes and financial capability. These findings have practical implications for Nigerian students’ well being in a U.K. university. Cultural dimension is needed to reduce culture shock experience among international students during sojourning

scholarly journals Prospective Teachers’ Metaphors as a Lens to Understand How They Perceive ‘Web 2.0’

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-68
Author(s):  
Mevlüt Aydoğmuş ◽  
Süleyman Arslantaş
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Evaluation Tool ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Educational Sociology ◽  
Development Platform ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation

Abstract Technology should be used in teaching and learning in universities. It is seen that studies on the use of Web 2.0 tools in education faculties are limited. Teachers who will integrate information and communication technologies into education at schools must first of all have prerequisite knowledge and skills on this subject. However, the effective use of technological tools in learning environments also depends on teachers’ perspectives on technology. This study aimed to determine the perceptions of pre-service teachers towards Web 2.0 applications through metaphors. The authors of the study effectively used web 2.0 tools during the semester in Educational Sociology, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity, and Integration in Special Education courses. In the study, phenomenology design, one of the qualitative research approaches, was used, and semi-structured interview form was used to collect the data. Participants of the study consisted of 123 pre-service teachers who took this course. In light of the findings, it was observed that the majority of the participants (98%) used positive metaphors about Web 2.0 applications, and 2% used negative metaphors. Metaphors were then classified into 7 categories and tables were created. Categories ‘Web 2.0 as a source and producer of information,’ ‘Web 2.0 as a measurement and evaluation tool,’ ‘Web 2.0 as an Innovation and Development Platform,’ ‘Web 2.0 as a social / fun environment,’ ‘Web as a helpful and supportive platform 2.0, ‘Web 2.0’ and ‘other’ as a stimulating and relaxing platform. The abstract is to be in fully-justified text. Use the word ‘Abstract’ as the title, in 11-point Times, bold, initially capitalized. The abstract is to be in 10-point, single-spaced type, and up to 200 words in length.

scholarly journals Challenges and Benefits of Web 2.0-based Learning among International Students of English during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Cyprus

2021 ◽  
pp. 295-306
Author(s):  
Isyaku Hassan ◽  
Musa BaraU Gamji ◽  
Qaribu Yahaya Nasidi ◽  
Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Eastern Mediterranean ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Independent Learning ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Learning Institutions

There has been an increased reliance on Web-based learning, particularly in higher learning institutions, due to the outbreak of Covid-19. However, learners require knowledge and skills on how to use Web 2.0-based learning tools. Thus, there is a need to focus on how Web-based tools can be used to enhance learning outcomes. Therefore, this study aims to explore the challenges and benefits of Web 2.0-based learning among international students of English as a Second Language (ESL) at the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), North Cyprus during the Covid-19 pandemic. The data were collected from a purposive sample of 15 ESL learners at EMU using focus group interviews. The interview data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The findings showed that challenges faced by international students of English at EMU during the Covid-19 pandemic include inadequate knowledge of technology and technical issues such as poor internet connectivity, inability to upload large files, and loss of password. Additionally, the findings showed that Web 2.0 technologies can help the students to enhance collaborative learning, independent learning, flexible learning, as well as competence in using technology for learning purposes. It was envisaged that this study would be beneficial to the management of higher learning institutions, educationists, and students in general. However, this study is limited to international ESL students at EMU with a few participants. To provide generalizable outcomes, further studies may adopt a quantitative or mixed-method approach.

Digital Storytelling with Web 2.0 Tools for Collaborative Learning

2014 ◽  
pp. 1089-1107 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najat Smeda ◽  
Eva Dakich ◽  
Nalin Sharda
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Digital Storytelling ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Constructivist Learning Environment ◽  
Pedagogical Model ◽  
Pedagogical Tool ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Development Models ◽  
E Learning

The purpose of this chapter is to present the vision of a framework for developing Web 2.0 tools for collaborative learning using digital storytelling as the underlying pedagogical model. Storytelling can be used as a pedagogical tool to enhance learning outcomes across the curriculum, and digital storytelling is its new manifestation, as it can be used to enhance collaboration and creativity when learning in the classroom. A number of story development models have been created in recent years to help educators achieve better outcomes with digital storytelling. This chapter shows how, by creating an innovative e-Learning system based on Web 2.0 tools, a constructivist learning environment for knowledge remixing, sharing, and reusing through digital storytelling is also created.

Digital Storytelling with Web 2.0 Tools for Collaborative Learning

2012 ◽  
pp. 145-163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najat Smeda ◽  
Eva Dakich ◽  
Nalin Sharda
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Digital Storytelling ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Constructivist Learning Environment ◽  
Pedagogical Model ◽  
Pedagogical Tool ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Development Models ◽  
E Learning

The purpose of this chapter is to present the vision of a framework for developing Web 2.0 tools for collaborative learning using digital storytelling as the underlying pedagogical model. Storytelling can be used as a pedagogical tool to enhance learning outcomes across the curriculum, and digital storytelling is its new manifestation, as it can be used to enhance collaboration and creativity when learning in the classroom. A number of story development models have been created in recent years to help educators achieve better outcomes with digital storytelling. This chapter shows how, by creating an innovative e-Learning system based on Web 2.0 tools, a constructivist learning environment for knowledge remixing, sharing, and reusing through digital storytelling is also created.

Web 2.0-based Learning and the Challenges of Culture Shock among International Students in Cyprus

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isyaku Hassan ◽  
Musa BaraU Gamji ◽  
QARIBU YAHAYA NASIDI ◽  
Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Culture Shock

scholarly journals Challenges and Benefits of Web 2.0-based Learning among International Students of English during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Cyprus

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isyaku Hassan ◽  
Qaribu Yahaya Nasidi ◽  
Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Eastern Mediterranean ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Independent Learning ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Learning Institutions

There has been an increased reliance on Web-based learning, particularly in higher learning institutions, due to the outbreak of Covid-19. However, learners require knowledge and skills on how to use Web 2.0-based learning tools. Thus, there is a need to focus on how Web-based tools can be used to enhance learning outcomes. Therefore, this study aims to explore the challenges and benefits of Web 2.0-based learning among international students of English as a Second Language (ESL) at the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), North Cyprus during the Covid-19 pandemic. The data were collected from a purposive sample of 15 ESL learners at EMU using focus group interviews. The interview data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The findings showed that challenges faced by international students of English at EMU during the Covid-19 pandemic include inadequate knowledge of technology and technical issues such as poor internet connectivity, inability to upload large files, and loss of password. Additionally, the findings showed that Web 2.0 technologies can help the students to enhance collaborative learning, independent learning, flexible learning, as well as competence in using technology for learning purposes. It was envisaged that this study would be beneficial to the management of higher learning institutions, educationists, and students in general. However, this study is limited to international ESL students at EMU with a few participants. To provide generalizable outcomes, further studies may adopt a quantitative or mixed-method approach.

CDC.Gov Features: The Use of Web 2.0 Tools to Repurpose Health Messages in Web 1.0 Format

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maureen S. Marshall ◽  
Karen Morrione ◽  
Curtis Hendrickson ◽  
Sarah Logan Gregory ◽  
Joanne Stein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Health Messages ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools
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