scholarly journals Improving the Identification of Medication Names by Increasing Phonological Awareness via a Language-Teaching Computer Game (Medicina)

2012 ◽  
pp. 283-295 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda Müller
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Phonological Awareness ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
Personal Impact ◽  
Theoretical Assumptions ◽  
Listening Ability ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

This study tests the effectiveness of a language-teaching computer game called Medicina that seeks to improve the ability of English as a Second Language (ESL) nursing students to hear and identify medication names in class and clinical placement. This aim is achieved through a hypothesised improvement in phonological awareness and an increase in listening skills. The study uses a triangulation of quantitative and qualitative methods to ascertain the degree to which the aims of Medicina is achieved and the validity of the theoretical assumptions. It will be shown that significant improvements in listening skills were gained, with very large effect sizes. Some influence from memorisation and exposure to word form was also found. Finally, qualitative comments reveal the personal impact the game has on listening ability and the wider educational experience. Throughout the chapter, qualitative and quantitative data are used to evaluate the contribution of a computer game in a health education context.

Assessing Listening Abilities

1998 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 171-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geoff Brindley
Keyword(s):  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Listening Comprehension ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Language Testing ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Comprehension Skills ◽  
Listening Ability ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Limited Coverage

Over the last two decades, research has highlighted the important role that listening plays in language acquisition (Brown and Yule 1983, Ellis, et al. 1994, Faerch and Kasper 1986, Feyten 1991, Long 1985), and listening comprehension skills have begun to receive a lot more systematic attention in language teaching classrooms. A wide range of books, articles, and materials aimed at assisting teachers to develop learners’ listening skills are now available, and a variety of comprehension-based methodologies have been proposed (see, for example, Anderson and Lynch 1988, Courchene, et al. 1992, Rost 1990; 1994, Underwood 1989). However, although many of the tasks used for teaching listening are virtually identical to those which appear in tests, assessment of listening ability has received relatively limited coverage in the language testing literature.

scholarly journals Examining the Use of Web-Based Reusable Learning Objects by Animal and Veterinary Nursing Students

2018 ◽  
pp. 304-316
Author(s):  
Emily Chapman-Waterhouse ◽  
Ayona Silva-Fletcher ◽  
Kim David Whittlestone
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Learning Objects ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
First Year ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Reusable Learning Objects ◽  
Personal Devices ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

This intervention study examined the interaction of animal- and veterinary nursing students with reusable learning objects (RLO) in the context of preparing for summative assessment. Data was collected from 199 undergraduates using quantitative and qualitative methods. Students accessed RLO via personal devices in order to reinforce taught sessions. Interviewees reported that the RLO helped them meet the requirements of the curriculum. Quantitative data supported two valid points; the lack of engagement of students when given a free-choice and reluctance for self-assessment. The practical significance of the qualitative outcomes lies with how first year undergraduates on animal and veterinary nursing-related courses use RLO designed to address equine management and health topics, where the students have mixed equine experience.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Kemampuan Menyimak Melalui Teknik Bisik Berantai

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 78
Author(s):  
Yeherlina Ohe Kokomaking ◽  
Misnawaty Usman
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
Ability Test ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Listening Ability ◽  
True False

The purpose of this study was to determine the increase in listening skills trought the chain whisper technique for students in language XI class at SMA PGRI Gelekat Lewo Boru East Flores NTT. This type ofresearch is a classroom action research which consists of two cycles. The subjects in this study are for students in language XI class at SMA PGRI Gelekat Lewo Boru. The data in this study consisted of qualitative and quantitative data. Qualitative data were obtained through observation and quantitative data were obtained through the results of the listening ability test. The instrument in this study was a multiple choice and true false test. The results of data analysis showed that the listening language with the scores obtained by students in the first cycle was 80.4% and the second cycle was 87.2%. These results indicate that the application of the chain whisper technique can improve the listening ability for students in language XI class at SMA PGRI Gelekat Lewo Boru East Flores NTT.

scholarly journals IMPROVING ENGLISH LISTENING SKILL THROUGH LANGUAGE LABORATORY MEDIA

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 8
Author(s):  
Feby Akhdiyati
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
Language Laboratory ◽  
Average Value ◽  
School Year ◽  
Listening Skill ◽  
Quantitative Data Analysis ◽  
Listening Ability

The objective of research is to improve English listening ability through the use of the language laboratory at SMA Sandikta. This study used action research methods which involved two cycles. This study was conducted at Sandikta Senior High School XI IPA. School year 2014/2015.The research carried out at the beginning of January to May 2015. Based on the data from the pre test, it shows that the students’ competencies in listening English is still low. After given treatment throughout the cycles (planning, acting, observing, and reflecting)and the result of post tests, the students’ ability in listening English had been improved. Qualitative data analysis shows that the students are interested and enjoyed during the process. The students listen better after the treatment. The results of the analysis is strengthen by quantitative data analysis  which shows an increase in listening skills (listening) English. It can be seen from the data of the students,  in cycle 1, average value of 60.375 students while in the cycle 2 of the average value of 81.25 students. Therefore, there is improvement in English listening through language laboratory. Keywords: ability, listening, language laboratory

REVIEW OF SOCIAL RESEARCH IN POLAND ON THE SARS-CoV-2 PANDEMIC IN THE LIGHT OF THE FUZZY REASONING PARADIGM

2021 ◽  
Vol 563 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Stochmal ◽  
Jan Maciejewski ◽  
Andrzej Jarynowski
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Research ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Social Research ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Fuzzy Reasoning ◽  
Social Attitudes ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
The Social ◽  
Theoretical Assumptions

The article presents the results of the secondary analysis of qualitative and quantitative data in relation to social research conducted in Poland during the pandemic. The research results were introduced on the basis of analyzes of 180 projects carried out by scientific and commercial institutions in the period from January to May 2020. The aim of the project is to present a standard way of conducting empirical research for social researchers who undertake the challenge of identifying the phenomena accompanying the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. We are interested in the possibility of drawing conclusions that go beyond individual research projects carried out in the social field. The conclusions recommended by us concern the following issues: mitigating the polarization of social attitudes dynamically changing during a pandemic, practical solving – and not only diagnosing – problems revealed in COVID reality and supplementing the deficiencies of theoretical assumptions accompanying research works.

scholarly journals Examining the Role of Facebook in the Dissemination of Hate Messages over the Agitation for Biafra in Ikeja, Lagos

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (09) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ogbu S. U. ◽  
Olupohunda Bayo Festus
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Indigenous People ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Regulatory Mechanisms ◽  
The World ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods ◽  
Method Approach

In Nigeria, during the agitation for Biafra by the Nnamdi Kanu-led Indigenous People of Biafra between 2013 and 2017, the role of Facebook in the dissemination of hate messages by the protagonists and those in opposition to the agitation raised concern about the role of social media as a tool for the spread of hate messages. It is against this background that this research was designed to evaluate the role of Facebook in the spread of hate messages over the agitation for the separate state of Biafra. The study adopted the exploratory design and the mix method approach; both quantitative and qualitative methods were employed. For the quantitative data, 400 questionnaires were administered on purposively sampled respondents. The surveys were analyzed using simple percentages and frequency distribution. Also, content analysis of some purposively selected Facebook messages was carried out. In the end, the research found that hate messages were propagated through Facebook using six major channels during the agitation for Biafra between 2013 and 2017. They include; Facebook Personal Profiles, Status Updates and Wall Postings, Facebook Group Chats, Facebook Video Uploads, Individual Comments and Likes, Video Shares and Reposts, and sharing of articles and links to other social media platforms. In line with its findings, the research recommended that Facebook should review its community standards and policies on postings of hate messages through its medium and also strengthen its regulatory mechanisms to ensure that it does not provide a platform anymore for propagators of hate messages in Nigeria and around the world.

scholarly journals Effects of Digital Short Stories on the Development of Listening Skills: An Action Research

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
pp. 65-84
Author(s):  
Zeynep Çetin Köroğlu
Keyword(s):  
Short Stories ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Student Teachers ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Literary Texts ◽  
Listening Skills

Literary texts can be used to improve language learners' skills such as reading, writing, speaking and listening because these texts contain rich vocabulary, complex grammar structures, interesting plot and most importantly imagination of the author. However, using literature for language teaching purposes is a controversial issue among scholars. While some researchers think positively, others have negative views on the subject. Learners' needs and way of using literary texts are the main concerns of literature use in language pedagogy. In this context, the present research aimed to find out whether digital short stories can improve language learners' listening skills. The purpose of this study was to figure out student teachers' perceptions of digital short stories’ implementation into language classrooms. Specifically, the current research aimed to investigate whether digital short stories are useful to develop language learners' listening skills in English. The research is action research in design. The study used pre-test and post-test, a written structured interview to collect data and it included both quantitative and qualitative components. The interview consisted of six open-ended questions. Achievement tests and t-test were used to analyze quantitative data. On the other hand, content analysis was used to analyze qualitative data. The data were collected in 2016-2017 academic years, Bayburt University. Participants were prep class students of English language teaching department of Bayburt University. In the treatment process, digital short stories were used for eight weeks, which were written by various famous American authors and voice recorded by various American natives. Additionally, weekly worksheets and handouts were prepared by the researcher. Results showed that digital short stories provide satisfactory content, supports vocabulary learning, improves language learners’ listening skills, helps participants to gain familiarity with complex grammar structures and makes students more familiar with different cultures. Furthermore, participants are satisfied with digital short stories and they think these digital stories are useful to improve their listening skills.

The process vs genre debate

1990 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 100-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine Walton
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Classroom Practice ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Theoretical Assumptions ◽  
Language Teaching And Learning

Abstract This paper examines the debate between process and genre approaches to language teaching and learning in a particular cross-cultural and English as a Second Language setting. It argues a position based on the analysis of both the respective theoretical assumptions as well as the evidence from classroom practice.

scholarly journals The Investigation of the Listening Strategies Teachers Instruct and the Listening Strategies Students Use

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 557-565
Author(s):  
Lin, Yi-Hsiang ◽  
Huang, Yen-Ling
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Languages ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
New Type ◽  
Listening Ability ◽  
Listening Habits ◽  
Central Taiwan ◽  
Listening Strategies ◽  
The Relationship

When people learn a new kind of language, the listening ability is the first ability people will encounter. Listening ability will also influence people to speak a new type of language fluently and correctly. This research aimed to determine the relationship between teachers' listening strategies and the listening strategies students use. Moreover, this research also intended to investigate what kind of listening strategies students usually use when practicing English listening. In this study, the researcher again examined the listening strategies teachers usually instruct during the class. The participants of the study were all freshmen of the Department of Applied Foreign Languages, University of central Taiwan with a certain level of English listening ability. The participants were going to fill out a questionnaire about their English listening habits. After analyzing the data, the researcher revealed final findings that indicated differences between teachers' listening strategies and the listening strategies students use. Teachers preferred to combine different materials and knowledge when they were in the listening class. Moreover, students tended to choose the materials that they are interested to improve their English listening after the course. Moreover, teachers also facilitate students with methods to enhance their English listening skills after class.

scholarly journals UTILIZING YOUTUBE TO DEVELOP NURSING STUDENTS’ AUTONOMOUS LEARNING AND LISTENING COMPREHENSION: AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Michael Recard ◽  
Sandra Sembel ◽  
Shinta Hasibuan
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Listening Comprehension ◽  
English Language ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Autonomous Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
Comprehension Skills

<p>Industrial Revolution (IR) 4.0. is about dealing with digital-native students  and developing autonomous learning. One possible strategy to deal with these issues is using YouTube as a tool for English language learning. There have been some studies discussing the effectiveness of using it, yet we still have niches; for instance, deeper and wider contexts and respondents. Thus, this study aims to examine students’ autonomy over their learning and whether YouTube can develop the listening comprehension skills of nursing students in a Faculty of Nursing in Tangerang. To achieve the first aim, quantitative and qualitative studies were conducted, while for the second aim, an experimental study was used. The experimental study involved an experimental group consisting of 16 students and a control group consisting of 16 students. The result shows that the participants consider YouTube as a useful support to develop their autonomy in learning English and YouTube video has been successful to develop their listening skills.</p>

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