scholarly journals Do text discussions improve the academic skills of students of HE? Andorra University case.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helena Prieto Sanz
Keyword(s):  
Text Comprehension ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Peer Interactions ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Core Competency ◽  
Academic Skills ◽  
Dialogic Reading ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
The Impact

Reading is a core competency in learning processes of higher education as a tool for accessing discipline-specific knowledge. The aim of this case study is to analyse the impact of text group discussions on the academic skills of students at the Universitat d’Andorra (UdA). Qualitative techniques -non-participant observation, interviews and discussion groups- were applied to UdA students and faculty. Five student groups belonging to the Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (BTL), Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) were studied. After processing the data with Atlas.ti, the first results were obtained. Evidences of a positive impact on the academic skills are identified. Firstly, both students and faculty indicated an improvement of the text comprehension mainly because of the peer interactions. Improvement of the critical and analitycal attitude, the own speech as well as the metacognitive learning are also highlighted as areas on which dialogic reading has positive impact.

Impact of a New Teaching and Learning Approach in an Introductory Programming Course

2017 ◽  
Vol 55 (6) ◽  
pp. 789-819 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sohail Iqbal Malik ◽  
Jo Coldwell-Neilson
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Dropout Rates ◽  
Success Rates ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
Introductory Programming ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Course Materials ◽  
Didactic Triangle ◽  
The Impact

High failure and dropout rates are reported in introductory programming (IP) courses in different studies despite extensive research attempting to address the issue. In this study, we introduced an ADRI (Approach, Deployment, Result, Improvement) approach in the teaching and learning process of an IP course to improve learning and success rates. All three entities of the didactic triangle (student, instructor, and content) were involved in the research to better understand and execute the proposed approach. The IP course materials were redesigned based on the ADRI approach, and an editor was developed to promote the new approach and encourage students to complete the various stages required in the approach. Two surveys were conducted, and final exam grades over four semesters were compared with determine the impact of including the ADRI approach in the course. We concluded that the ADRI approach provides a positive impact on outcomes that the students achieved during the course. It engages students in practicing their programming skills and provides a new presentation style for examples and exercises which discourages students from taking programming shortcuts. It not only helps to reduce the failure and, significantly, the dropout rates from the IP course but also impacts positively on all students who passed the IP course.

scholarly journals The Effectiveness of Computer-Based Learning in Developing Academic Skills for Children with Intellectual Disabilities

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-99
Author(s):  
Faris Algahtani
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Academic Skills ◽  
Skills Development ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Aim: The study aimed to investigate the effect of using a computer-based program in developing academic skills (reading, writing and arithmetic) for children with mild intellectual disabilities as compared to the conventional teaching instructions. Methods: The study was conducted in intellectual institutions in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. A randomized controlled trial design was adopted in the study to determine the impact of the intervention. The study sample was composed of boys (n = 19) and girls (n = 21) aged 6 – 10 years who were selected purposively, and randomly assigned to the experimental group and control group. The two-division experimental group one for boys (n = 8) and the other for girls (n = 12) in the experimental group was studied by using an academic skills development program or a computer-based program. Results: The results indicated that there is a positive impact of the academic skills development program, which was applied to the experimental group to improve academic skills. The reason for the absence of gender differences in academic skills for the educational program is the similarity of the educational environment and the activities used in the educational program in terms of skills, activities, training methods, similar abilities and intellectual preparations for the genders, and for their interaction with the program itself. In addition, the program corresponds to the developmental characteristics of both genders, and there are no impediments to the application of the program in both genders.

scholarly journals A Study on Effectiveness of Community De-Addiction Camp at Chamarajanagar

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 132-137
Author(s):  
Suman K. Murthy
Keyword(s):  
Addiction Treatment ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Total Duration ◽  
T Test ◽  
Alcohol Addiction ◽  
Community Level ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact

Alcohol addiction is a serious health hazard which has negative consequences for the affected individual as well as his family and community. Inpatient based de addiction treatment is commonly seen to tackle the problem of addiction. Of late, Community de addiction camps are providing de addiction treatment at community level in India. The current study looks into the impact of exposure to community de addiction camp organized by SKDRDP, Chamarajanagar, Karnataka State, India. Qualitative experimental research design is adopted to study the impact of exposure to the community de addiction camp. The total duration of the residential community de addiction camp was eight days. The universe for the study comprised of 103 participants attending the community de addiction camp. 40 participants formed the sample. Tools used for gathering the data were WHO-AUDIT, Interview schedule and participant observation. The data were analysed using paired t- test using SPSS version version 22.0 and participant observation recordings. The community de addiction camp has met all the thirteen expectations of the participants with regard to the camp; The result of t-test found that there is statistically significant difference in the mean scores on all parameters between before and after de addiction camp; there exists significant positive relationship between Clint behavior and client participation before the community de addiction camp. The participants had a positive impact from the exposure to the camp, which was evident to the researchers who were participant observers of the whole process. The community de addiction camp has been successful in bringing about a positive impact on the participants during the conduct of the camp and abstinence was 100% at 1 month post camp follow up. In view of these findings, the current study concludes that community de addiction camps have a positive impact on the participants. Community de addiction camps are an effective and economical way to combat alcohol addiction at the community level.

scholarly journals Facebook as a Formal Instructional Environment in Facilitating L2 Writing: Impacts and Challenges

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 41
Author(s):  
Zahangir Alam
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Digital Natives ◽  
Academic Life ◽  
Instructional Environment ◽  
Esl Writing ◽  
Writing Practices ◽  
The Social ◽  
Esl Learners ◽  
The Impact

In this century most of the ESL learners can be considered as digital natives due to the excessive urge and availability of technology. There are hardly any learners who aren’t exposed to any means of social network in their personal life. In use, Facebook is seen to outbalance the rest of the social networks due to its convenience and easy going approach. However, little is known about how Facebook assists learners and teachers to approach for teaching and learning ESL writing though it is found that this form of social media helps learners to socialize in their personal and academic life. Hence, this paper describes the impact and challenges of including Facebook as a formal environment in facilitating this productive skill. Results of this study indicate that using Facebook for the said purpose has had a positive impact on students’ writing practices though some challenges and suggestions for future implementation were reported.

Re-Envisioning and Restructuring E-Learning Through Engagement With Underprivileged Communities

2021 ◽  
pp. 66-87
Author(s):  
Nomvula J. Ndhlovu ◽  
Leila Goosen
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Development Agenda ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this study was answering questions regarding the impact of effectively using information and communication technologies (ICTs) in classrooms on re-envisioning and restructuring e-learning through engagement with schools in underprivileged communities. Its importance is justified regarding positioning disrupted pupils' education towards the development agenda in South Africa. It draws on the latest findings and is located within relevant conceptual/theoretical frameworks on ICTs for teaching and learning. In quantitative aspects of the research design, issues of reliability and validity were considered, while in qualitative aspects, issues of dependability and interpretation were important. Results presented showed that laptops, smartboards, projectors, cell phones, desktops, printers, and iPads were used effectively in classrooms. A discussion of the results suggests solutions and making recommendations that are applicable and useful. In conclusion, ICTs had a positive impact on pupils' education, by helping them to concentrate and understand difficult concepts.

DAMPAK SISTEM PEMBELAJARAN DARING TERHADAP KEGIATAN BELAJAR MENGAJAR PADA MASA PANDEMI COVID 19 DI SDN 3 SRIMINOSARI

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 189-206
Author(s):  
Nurul Hidayah
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Financial Conditions ◽  
Teachers And Parents ◽  
Internet Networks ◽  
The Impact

This article aims to describe the impact of teaching and learning activities using an online learning system during the Covid 19 pandemic at SDN 3 Sriminosari, Labuhan Maringgai District. This research uses descriptive qualitative method, data collection is done by interview, documentation and observation. The results showed that the impact of teaching and learning activities with the online learning system during the Covid 19 period led to increased parental concern for children in accompanying learning activities and breaking new clusters of the spread of Covid 19, but this was not matched by good children's learning outcomes this was due to not all teachers and parents of students are able to operate technology, weak internet networks, unstable public financial conditions, no moral guidance from teachers, and the material presented is very unattractive to students. The expected positive impact of this article as a media of information requires that it is necessary to be prepared to implement an online learning system by paying attention to supporting facilities and infrastructure; and socialization of applications used in learning activities so that all users can use them well.

School Leadership of a One-to-One Laptop Initiative

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 356-374 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalie B. Milman
Keyword(s):  
School Leadership ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
School Leaders ◽  
The United States ◽  
Laptop Initiative ◽  
Limited Bandwidth ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
One To One ◽  
The Impact

This qualitative case study examined school leaders’ roles, perceptions, and challenges leading a one-to-one (1:1) laptop initiative in a coeducational, independent middle, and high school in the United States. The findings revealed how the school leaders led the school’s 1:1 laptop initiative through collaborative, yet differentiated roles and responsibilities. Together, they established the school’s vision, planned and implemented the initiative, supported teachers and students, reflected on their practice, and made changes as needed. Generally, the school leaders regarded the 1:1 laptop initiative as having a positive impact on teaching and learning by increasing student collaboration and access to information, as well as fostering teachers’ reconceptualization of their practice. However, the impact on student achievement was inconclusive; they explained it was too early to gauge its impact. Challenges the school leaders experienced involved limited bandwidth, printing problems and students’ off-task behaviors. They addressed them as they would any nontechnology challenge through problem-solving, shared decision-making, and fidelity to the school’s mission and goals.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF WHATSAPP TOWARD UAD UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS’ BEHAVIOR IN LEARNING PROCESS

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
Umar Rahaded ◽  
Erna Puspitasari ◽  
Dian Hidayati
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Student Behavior ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
The Impact

WhatsApp is one of the social media that is used to communicate in the learning process. At present, students cannot be separated from their daily activities away from this social media. This opportunity can be utilized as well as possible by the students. This research was conducted to find out of using WhatsApp toward undergraduate students’ behavior in the teaching and learning process. This study was descriptive qualitative research. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis technique. The data were collected using interviews, observation, and documentation. The aim of this study to analyze the impact of WhatsApp toward undergraduate students’ behavior and to analyze students’ behavior in their learning process. The result of this research showed that are a positive impact on student behavior as it affects the learning process as, students’ sharing knowledge, student preparation for class, attention, student participation in class, student learning, desires to take additional classes or in subject matter and the negative impact such as, students are more focused.

scholarly journals The impact of information and communication technologies (ICTs) on academic performance of medical students: an exploratory study

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 904
Author(s):  
Shakeel Ahmad Mir ◽  
Danish Shakeel
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

Background: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has a potential to improve teaching and learning process. There are conflicting reports on the effect of ICT on student`s outcome. Though there is an early indication of positive impact, but the technology has a potential to have a detrimental effect. The present study was taken up to explore the effects of ICT on medical student’s academic performance.Methods: All the second professional students were given the questionnaire. Only 75 students had filled up the questionnaires completely.Results: The study population consisted of 48.00% males and 52.00% females. 97.33% students had smart phones, 44.00% had a laptop too. 10.66% students got less than 50% marks in the second professional examination, 14.66% got 50-59% marks, 62.66% got 60-69% marks and 12.00% got 70% or more marks. A low negative correlation was found between academic performance and possession of a smart phone (r= -0.062), and between academic performance and possession of a laptop (r= -0.029). A moderate negative correlation was found between academic performance and the time spent on a smart phone or laptop (r = -0.309). The correlations between academic performance and gender, and academic performance and the time spent on mobile phones or laptops were found statistically significant (p=0.000 and 0.007 respectively).Conclusions: Though ICT has capabilities of improving student`s academic performance, but it has a potential to have a negative effect if not used rationally. There is a vital need to sensitize the students about the potential academic risks associated with improper use of ICT. Students should be assisted and guided on how to use it judiciously.

The Impact of Open-Ended Tasks

2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 277-280
Author(s):  
Dorothy Varygiannes
Keyword(s):  
Common Core ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Guest Editorial ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Mathematics Classroom ◽  
Core State ◽  
Early Mathematics ◽  
State Initiatives ◽  
The Common ◽  
The Impact

This department publishes brief news articles, announcements, and guest editorials on current mathematics education issues that stimulate the interest of TCM readers and cause them to think about an issue or consider a specific viewpoint. This month's guest editorial provides the platform for individuals to reflect on the positive impact that open-ended tasks can play in the teaching and learning of early mathematics. Classroom examples of open-ended expectations establish the immediate tie to fostering both 21st century skills and the Common Core State initiatives.

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