AFGHAN STUDENTS’ PURPOSES OF USING FACEBOOK AT MIRWAIS KHAN NIKA ZABUL INSTITUTE OF HIGHER EDUCATION, ZABUL, AFGHANISTAN

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-15
Author(s):  
Abdul Nafi Himat ◽  
Habib Rahman Nazari
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Random Sample ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Information ◽  
Jel Classification ◽  
The Social ◽  
Quantitative Research Method

The aim of this study is to investigate the students’ purposes of using Facebook at Mirwais Khan Nika Zabul Institute of Higher Education, Qalat, Zabul province, Afghanistan. In this research, the quantitative research method was employed, and the data was collected from 115 students through a designed questionnaire. In addition, the respondents were selected through random sample. Additionally, the data was analyzed by implementing IBM 24 version of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), and found out the frequency and percentage of the items as well reported in a table. Moreover, the findings of this research reveal that learners use Facebook for several goals such as for socializing in order to be socialized in a society, getting social information, read news and for educational purposes, but they did not practice Facebook for the aims to pass their time, and share photos with their friends on the Facebook.  JEL Classification Codes: A19, B10, B25, C10, C53

The Application of Mobile Technology in E-Learning and Online Education Environments

2013 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 85-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chia-Wen Tsai ◽  
Pei-Di Shen ◽  
Yi-Chun Chiang
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Future Research ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Research ◽  
Quantitative Research Method

In this paper, the authors reviewed the empirical mobile technology (MT) studies, and those focused on adopting and designing MT for students’ learning, published in SSCI journals from 2003 to 2012. It is found that the number of articles has significantly increased, particularly after 2008. Among the 74 published papers, most of them were conducted in higher education, as well as on computing domain. Furthermore, the quantitative research method was used more in MT and e-learning research. The findings in this study may provide potential direction and help policymakers in governments and researchers in professional organizations to allocate the necessary resources and prepare for supporting future research and applications of MT.

Students' Perceptions of Classroom Assessment Practices (CAPs) and its relationship among the six CAPs scales

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 20
Author(s):  
Nadia Ibrahim ◽  
Zurina Khairuddin ◽  
Zulaikha Khairuddin
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Significant Positive Correlation ◽  
Classroom Assessment ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Assessment Practices ◽  
First Semester ◽  
Spss Software

This study investigated the students’ perceptions of Classroom Assessment Practices (CAPs) in Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs). The objective of this study was to explore students’ perceptions towards CAPs and investigate if there is any relationship among the students’ perceptions towards the six scales of CAPs. There were 109 participants participating in this study and they were randomly chosen from first semester of diploma students in Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs). This study employed quantitative research method utilising questionnaire survey, adopted and adapted from Fisher, Waldrip, & Dorman (2005). The data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software. The findings of the study suggested that the students in MHEIs agreed the CAPs implemented were congruent with planned learning, authentic and transparent,a mean to consult the lecturers and classmates, appropriately matched with their level and capability and have helped them to develop and improve their soft skillsand there was a significant positive correlation among the six scales of CAPs. The recommendations and limitations of this study were also discussed.

A Tale of Two Cultures

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gary Goertz ◽  
James Mahoney
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Science Research ◽  
Measurement Data ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Quantitative Research Methods ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
The Social ◽  
Scientific Worldview ◽  
Different Cultures

Some in the social sciences argue that the same logic applies to both qualitative and quantitative research methods. This book demonstrates that these two paradigms constitute different cultures, each internally coherent yet marked by contrasting norms, practices, and toolkits. The book identifies and discusses major differences between these two traditions that touch nearly every aspect of social science research, including design, goals, causal effects and models, concepts and measurement, data analysis, and case selection. Although focused on the differences between qualitative and quantitative research, the book also seeks to promote toleration, exchange, and learning by enabling scholars to think beyond their own culture and see an alternative scientific worldview. The book is written in an easily accessible style and features a host of real-world examples to illustrate methodological points.

scholarly journals Interpretive description: a viable methodological approach for nursing research

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilara Parente Pinheiro Teodoro ◽  
Vitória de Cássia Félix Rebouças ◽  
Sally Elizabeth Thorne ◽  
Naanda Kaana Matos de Souza ◽  
Lídia Samantha Alves de Brito ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Applied Sciences ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Interpretive Description ◽  
Clinical Practices ◽  
Production Of Knowledge ◽  
The Social ◽  
Reflective Study ◽  
Theoretical Reflection

Abstract Objective: To present a theoretical reflection about the origin and the assumptions of the "Interpretive Description" method, and to discuss its applicability in Nursing and Health research. Method: Theoretical-reflective study, based on articles and books published by proponent of this approach, as well as scientific articles in which the authors reported having used this method in their studies. Results: It was evidenced that the "Interpretive Description" arose from the need to generate a better understanding of clinical practices in Nursing. This approach has its roots in the methodological traditions of the Social Sciences, although it differs from them in terms of its excessive rigidity and essentially theoretical objectives. The proposed method has been applied in several studies either in Nursing as other areas of Health. Conclusion: The "Interpretive Description" is considered a feasible approach for the production of knowledge in Applied Sciences such as Nursing.

scholarly journals Technical and Humanities Students’ Perspectives on the Development and Sustainability of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 3066 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vasile Gherheș ◽  
Ciprian Obrad
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Representation Error ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Future ◽  
Humanities Students

This study investigates how the development of artificial intelligence (AI) is perceived by the students enrolled in technical and humanistic specializations at two universities in Timisoara. It has an emphasis on identifying their attitudes towards the phenomenon, on the connotations associated with it, and on the possible impact of artificial intelligence on certain areas of the social life. Moreover, the present study reveals the students’ perceptions on the sustainability of these changes and developments, and therefore aims to reduce the possible negative impact on consumers, and at anticipate the changes that AI will produce in the future. In order to collect the data, the authors have used a quantitative research method. A questionnaire-based sociological survey was completed by 928 students, with a representation error of only ±3%. The analysis has shown that a great number of respondents have a positive attitude towards the emergence of AI, who believe it will influence society for the better. The results have also underscored underlying differences based on the respondents’ type of specialization (humanistic or technical), and their gender.

The Impact of Attending and Participating in Translation Conferences on Translation Education: A Quantitative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Fayyad Amin Odeh
Keyword(s):  
Random Sample ◽  
Quantitative Study ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Tertiary Level ◽  
New Horizons ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
The Impact

This piece of research was specifically carried out in the field of translation pedagogy. It aims to measure the impact of attending and participating in translation conferences on translation education as perceived by a random sample of thirty-three translation instructors working at several universities in different countries. To this end, quantitative research method was employed in the study to yield answers to a couple of research questions. On this, the instructors were reached online to participate in responding to a researcher-made questionnaire of 18 - closed items. An SPSS analysis (version 24) was used to interpret the data elicited from the aforementioned research instrument. Having the data processed, the findings revealed that attending and participating in translation conferences is to be considered a major source for university translation programs to develop the implementation of translation didactics and pedagogies. Moreover, positive attitudes were developed in the study towards the practicality of integrating what could be seen innovative of translation conferences proceedings into translation education at the tertiary level. In the light of the study's findings, the researcher presents a number of pedagogical implications that would be taken into consideration to overhaul the existing university translation programs. Finally, a glance at some practical ideas is made for future research to explore new horizons in translation education in various teaching contexts.

scholarly journals Tourism Preferences Towards Blendung Beach and Nyamplungsari Beach in Pemalang Regency

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 452-460
Author(s):  
Sevilla Inta Cahayani
Keyword(s):  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Beach Tourism ◽  
Tourism Attractions ◽  
Quantitative Research Method

This study aims to determine and analyze how are tourists' preferences towards Blendung Beach and Nyamplungsari Beach attractions in Pemalang Regency by analyzing the characteristics of tourists and the factors that influence tourist interest in Blendung Beach tourism attractions and Nyamplungsari Beach so that the number of tourist visits can increase and be able to compete with other tourist objects. The research method used is quantitative research method with a sample of 100 respondents and using the preference values used are very good (4.6-5.0), good (3.6-4.5), good enough (2.6-3 , 5), less good (1.6-2.5) and not good (1.0-1.5). The results showed that tourist preferences towards both tourism objects Blendung Beach and Nyamplungsari Beach were in accordance classified as good enough, but also there were still indicators in the unfavorable and bad categories. Therefore there is a need efforts to improve tourist ratings and preferences so that it is expected to be able to encourage the increase  in the number of tourist visits. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis bagaimana preferensi wisatawan terhadap objek wisata Pantai Blendung dan Pantai Nyamplungsari di Kabupaten Pemalang dengan menganalisis karakteristik wisatawan dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi minat wisatawan di objek wisata Pantai Blendung dan Pantai Nyamplungsari sehingga jumlah kunjungan wisatawan dapat meningkat dan dapat bersaing dengan objek wisata lainnya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode penelitian kuantitatif dengan sampel 100 responden dan menggunakan nilai preferensi yang digunakan sangat baik (4,6-5,0), baik (3,6-4,5), cukup baik (2,6-3, 5), kurang baik (1,6 -2.5) dan tidak bagus (1.0-1.5). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa preferensi wisatawan terhadap kedua obyek wisata Pantai Blendung dan Pantai Nyamplungsari itu sesuai diklasifikasikan cukup baik, tetapi juga masih ada indikator dalam kategori tidak menguntungkan dan buruk. Oleh karena itu diperlukan upaya untuk meningkatkan peringkat dan preferensi wisatawan sehingga diharapkan dapat mendorong peningkatan jumlah kunjungan wisatawan.

scholarly journals Return on investment (ROI) in subscription databases by Nigerian academic libraries: a survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. 63-85
Author(s):  
Adekunle Emmanuel Oyadeyi ◽  
Taofeek Abiodun Oladokun ◽  
Oludare Adebanji Shorunke ◽  
Omobolanle Seri Fasola
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
The Social ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Nigerian University ◽  
Returns On Investment

Aim: There seems to be a dearth of literature on how much Nigerian university libraries are spending on the acquisition of Online Electronic Database (OED). This study sets out to investigate the annual cost of acquiring this important and evolving aspect of library collection with the view of determining whether the returns in terms of utilization is commensurate with the invested fund. Methodology: The study adopts a quantitative research method. A self-developed questionnaire was used to collect data from 55 librarians in 41 academic libraries across Nigeria. The data collected were processed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20. Findings: Academic libraries in Nigeria spend an average of ₦12,500,000 or $32,637 on OED subscriptions annually. The study has shown that Nigerian academic libraries usually subscribe to the EBSCOhost and Research4Life databases with few adding specialized databases such as Law Pavilion, HeinOnline, Legalpedia, and ScienceDirect. To ensure adequate returns on investment, the libraries are massively providing support infrastructures, user education, and other information services. However, challenges limiting the widespread use of online databases include irregular power supply and slow internet connectivity among others.  Conclusions: The study, therefore, concludes that there is a middling to low return on subscribed OED in Nigerian academic libraries. However, there are still various huddles that must be scaled for Nigerian academic libraries to reap adequate returns on their investments in online electronic databases.

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