scholarly journals Investigation of the Relationship between Reading Habits and Metacognitive Reading Strategies of Prospective Teachers

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 152-165
Author(s):  
Hanife ESEN AYGÜN ◽  
Berfu KIZILASLAN TUNÇER
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Preschool Education ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Book Reading ◽  
Reading Habits ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Metacognitive Reading Strategies ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between prospective teachers’ metacognitive reading strategies and their reading habits. The study was designed in correlation model. The sample of the study was determined by simple random sampling. The sample of the study consists of 506 prospective teachers out of which 255 are on Primary Education and 249 are on Preschool Education. In the research, Book Reading Habit Attitude Scale and Metacognitive Reading Strategies Scale were used as data collection tools. While there is no significant difference in the reading habits of the prospective teachers, there is a significant difference in the use of metacognitive strategies in favor of the female prospective teachers. The reading habits of prospective teachers and the extent to which they use metacognitive reading strategies do not differ by department and grade level. In addition, it was found that there was a moderately significant relationship between prospective teachers' use of metacognitive reading strategies and the level of reading habits.

An investigation of book reading habits levels and correct decision-making styles in terms of some variables: A research on coach and referees

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 849-865
Author(s):  
Mihriay Musa ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
T Test ◽  
Book Reading ◽  
Correct Decision ◽  
Reading Habits ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Decision Making Styles ◽  
The Universe

In this study, it was aimed to examine the reading habits levels and making the correct decision styles of basketball, handball, volleyball, and football coaches and referees in terms of some variables, the research was carried out with the general survey model, one of the quantitative research designs, the active coaches and referees of basketball, football, volleyball, and handball in İzmir, Denizli and Uşak provinces constituted the universe of the study, the sample of the study, on the other hand, consisted of 98 participants, 52 of whom were coaches and 46 were referees, determined by the simple random sampling method, one sample t-test at a 0.05 significance level was conducted to determine whether the sample represented the universe equally and homogeneously. Melbourne decision making scale I-II, and book reading habits scale were used to collect data in the study. Since the data are suitable for normal distribution, the t-test in comparing the pairwise means; parametric tests such as one-way ANOVA tests were used at 0.05 significance level in comparing the mean scores of more than two groups. In terms of education levels, it has been observed that female coaches and referees studying at faculties of sports sciences have higher levels of reading habit, love of reading, and being influenced by books. In addition, it was determined that individuals who trust and respect the decisions of their families have higher reading habits and correct decision-making styles and do not panic during the decision-making process.

Self-Efficacy Sources, Reading Self-Efficacy, Metacognitive Reading Strategies and Reading Comprehension Performance: A Correlational Study in Saudi EFL Context

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-35
Author(s):  
Muhammad Waleed Shehzad ◽  
Ishtiaq Hussain ◽  
Amer Akhtar ◽  
Saadia Fatima
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Physiological State ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Efficacy Beliefs ◽  
Correlational Design ◽  
Metacognitive Reading Strategies ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract The intended aim of this research was to identify the connection of Self-Efficacy Sources (SES) and Metacognitive Reading Strategies (MCRS) with Reading Comprehension (RC) by deploying reading Self-Efficacy Beliefs (SEB) as a mediating construct. A correlational design was utilized. Proportionate stratified random sampling was deployed to select a sample of 383 Saudi EFL university learners. Questionnaires and a reading comprehension test were employed to gather the data. Structural equation modelling was used to test the relationships. Results indicated that SES were substantially associated with SEB except physiological state. Moreover, all the three MCRS showed significant and positive association with SEB. Also, SEB were substantially associated with RC. Regarding mediation, it was discovered that SEB mediated the relationship among SES and RC except one source, i.e., physiological state. Moreover, SEB mediated the association between all the three MCRS and RC. This study provides several implications for learners, teachers, and policymakers. Keywords: Metacognitive Reading Strategies, Self-efficacy Sources, Reading Self-efficacy Beliefs, Reading Comprehension, Saudi EFL Learners

scholarly journals Hubungan antara Empati dengan Tingkah laku Prososial dalam kalangan Pelajar Kejuruteraan Universiti

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2-2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Fatin Afifah Mohd Sukeri ◽  
Mastura Mahfar ◽  
Mohammad Saipol Mohd Sukor
Keyword(s):  
Prosocial Behavior ◽  
Perspective Taking ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Reactivity Index ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Prosocial Tendencies ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Descriptive Statistical Analysis

Prosocial behavior is any form of act or activity that is intended to help or give another person the benefit without expecting any reward. One of the factors that can contribute to prosocial behavior is empathy. This study was conducted to identify the relationship between empathy and university students’ prosocial behaviors at one of the schools of engineering. A total of 94 fourth-year engineering students were selected by employing a simple random sampling method in this study. The Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI), and the Prosocial Tendencies Measure (PTM) questionnaires were used to measure empathy and prosocial behavior. The study used descriptive statistical analysis through scores, mean and frequency to measure the level of empathy and prosocial behavior, while inferential statistics used t-test to measure differences in prosocial behavior by gender, and Pearson's correlation to identify the relationship between empathy and prosocial behavior. The findings of the study show that the levels of empathy and prosocial behavior of the respondents are moderate. There was no significant difference of prosocial behavior based on gender. Correlation analysis revealed that there was a relationship between empathy and prosocial behavior. All the dimensions of empathy which are “fantasy”, “perspective-taking”, “empathic concern” and “personal distress” have significant positive relationships with prosocial behavior.

The effect of degrees of bilingualism on metacognitive linguistic skills

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (5) ◽  
pp. 1064-1086
Author(s):  
Salim Abu Rabia
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Significant Variable ◽  
Comprehension Task ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Linguistic Skills ◽  
Metacognitive Reading Strategies

Purpose and research question: The present study investigated whether there was any significant difference between balanced bilinguals, dominant bilinguals, limited bilinguals and monolinguals in the application of metacognitive linguistic skills while doing a reading comprehension task in the additional (English) language. Namely, how do different degrees of bilingualism affect metacognitive linguistic skills? Methodology: The present study examined three domains of metacognitive reading process (planning, monitoring and evaluating), as well as the overall use of metacognitive reading strategies. Four groups of participants (30 seventh grade students in each group) completed a Metacognitive Reading Strategies Questionnaire, aimed at measuring their metacognitive awareness in each domain after fulfilling a reading comprehension task in English. Data analysis: A multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) was used in order to test the differences within groups and between groups. Findings and conclusions: Level of metacognitive reading awareness was affected by the degree of bilingualism. There was a positive influence of balanced (reading and writing skills in the second language) and imbalanced (oral skills in the second language) degrees of bilingualism on metacognitive linguistic abilities. A balanced degree of bilingualism exerted the greatest influence on most of the metacognitive reading domains (planning, monitoring and the total use of metacognitive strategies). Significance: A significant advantage of balanced bilinguals over all other groups was revealed. Level of metacognitive reading awareness was affected by the degree of bilingualism. Thus, bilingual education should be taken seriously due to its positive effect on all aspects of thinking and learning. Results provided additional support to the notion that bilingualism had a positive impact on the metacognitive linguistic skills. Moreover, the balance between the languages appeared to be a significant variable. Thus, balanced bilinguals, who possessed the highest competence in the second language, showed the best performance in the domains of planning, monitoring and overall use of metacognitive reading strategies. Limited bilinguals, on the contrary, demonstrated the lowest scores in the mentioned domains. The findings also revealed the absence of any considerable difference between the groups in the domain of evaluating.

scholarly journals An Empirical Study on the Effect of Instruction on Metacognitive Strategies on EFL Reading Comprehension: The Case of Foundation-Level Students in Oman

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (8) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Omaima Al-Kiyumi ◽  
Fawzia Al Seyabi ◽  
Abdul Hamid Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Reading Instruction ◽  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Metacognitive Strategies ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Metacognitive Reading Strategies ◽  
Experimental Group

The current quasi-experimental study investigated the effect of metacognitive reading strategies on the reading comprehension and attitudes of Omani EFL foundation-level students. The sample of the study included two intact classes (N=45) and was selected based on the students’ results in the midterm reading comprehension exam and their responses to the metacognitive strategies survey (MARSI). One class functioned as the experimental group, which received instruction relating to the metacognitive reading strategies. The other class was the control group which received conventional reading instruction. Two instruments were used to collect data: a pre-post reading comprehension test to measure the students’ performance in reading and an attitude questionnaire to investigate their attitudes towards metacognitive reading strategies use. The results of the study revealed that there was a statistically significant difference between the learners’ reading comprehension in the experimental group and the control group in favor of the experimental group as a result of metacognitive reading strategies instruction. Results also showed that students in the experimental group held positive attitudes towards using metacognitive reading strategies use. In the light of these findings, implications and recommendations for practice were put forward.

scholarly journals Parental Involvement and Children’s Academic Achievement: In the Case of Some Selected Government Primary Schools Bahirdar City, Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. p43
Author(s):  
Bezabih, Mezgebu Bayu
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Parental Involvement ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Spearman Correlation ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Parental Level ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
One Way Anova

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between parental involvement and academic achievement of children in some selected full cycle government primary schools of Bahirdar city. To achieve this objective, 180 sample students were selected by using simple random sampling technique. The collected data was analyzed through, spearman correlation, analysis of variance and independent-test. The finding of the study revealed that the statistical analysis on independent t-test showed that there was a statistically significant difference between male and female students with regard to their academic achievement (t=6.25, df = 178, p<0.05). The finding of spearman correlation indicates that there was significant relationship between parental involvement and academic achievement of students (r=.56, p <.05). The result on one way ANOVA displayed that there was statistical significant difference among respondents academic achievement with regard to their parental level of education (F 2, 176) = 17.084, P<0.05. In conclusion, parental involvement is positively correlated with academic achievement of students and males have better academic performance than their female counter parts.

scholarly journals ATTITUDE OF PUPIL -TEACHERS TOWARDS INTERNSHIP AS A PART OF B.ED. CURRICULUM

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 874-879
Author(s):  
Ritesh R. Patel ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Student Teaching ◽  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Teacher Interviews ◽  
Academic Qualification ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Practice Teaching ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Certified Teacher

Teacher training programmes are set up to help prospective teachers navigate the world of student teaching, state standards, exams and teacher interviews. A pupil teacher is a college, university or graduate student who is teaching under the supervision of a certified teacher in order to qualify for a degree in education. Internship is an integral part of his professional preparation. Internship in teaching includes practice – teaching and wide variety of field experience under the guidance of a competent or expert supervisor. The internship is very essential for todays teacher because it gives proper training to the pupil-teacher for better understanding of all the students. It builds confidence among the pupil-teachers. The present study aimed at finding out the significant difference of gender, stream and qualification in the attitude of pupil teachers towards internship. For this purpose the investigator used Attitude Scale prepared by the investigator himself. The data was collected from 80 pupil teachers from District Valsad . In order to analyze the data the investigator used three-way ANOVA. The main findings of the study were, there exist significant difference in the attitude of male and female pupil teachers towards internship. There existed significant triple interactional difference of gender, stream and academic qualification in the attitude of pupil teacher towards internship. There found no significant difference of stream, qualification, gender and stream, gender and qualification and stream and qualification in the attitude of pupil teacher towards internship as a part of B.Ed. curriculum. The findings of the study have significant implications to the teachers, supervisors, principals and policy makers who directly or indirectly involved in the system.

scholarly journals AWARENESSABOUT CLEAN INDIA PROGRAMME AMONG PROSPECTIVE TEACHERS IN TIRUNELVELI DISTRICT

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (3(SE)) ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
M. Raja ◽  
S. Anitha
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Family Type ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Parental Income ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Family ◽  
College Type

In this study the investigator made an attempt to find out the awareness about Clean India Programme of prospective teachers in Tirunelveli District with respect to their gender, locality, type of family, type of college, religion, age, parental income.  Survey method was adopted for the study. Using simple random sampling technique the investigators selected a sample of 60 prospective teachers as sample foe analysis. The findings revealed that the prospective teachers did not differ in their awareness about clean India programme with respect to the gender, location of the college, type of the family, type of the college, religion, age and parental income. Thus we conclude that the prospective teachers in Tirunelveli district have no significant difference in their awareness about Clean India programme.  The level of awareness about Clean India Programme was at moderate level.

scholarly journals The Relationship between Prospective Social Studies Teachers’ Attitudes towards Gender Roles and Entrepreneurship Levels

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 64
Author(s):  
Fadime Seçgin ◽  
Ayşegül Tural
Keyword(s):  
Gender Roles ◽  
Social Studies ◽  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Teacher Education Program ◽  
Gender Role Attitudes ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Social Studies Teachers ◽  
Black Sea Region ◽  
Teachers Attitudes ◽  
The Relationship

Social studies is an important course to include current issues and associate them with life. Within the course, the concept of gender and supporting the entrepreneurship of individuals are noteworthy. Since it is an interdisciplinary course, the recognition of gender roles, and understanding correctly and developing the concept of entrepreneurship are emphasized in the course content. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between the prospective social studies teachers’ attitudes towards gender roles considered to play an important role in the emergence of entrepreneurial skills and their entrepreneurship levels. For this purpose, the study was carried out using a relational screening model. The study group consisted of 222 prospective teachers studying in social studies teacher education program at a university located in the Central Black Sea Region of Turkey during the 2016-2017 academic year. In the study, Gender Roles Attitude Scale developed by Zeyneloğlu (2008) and University Students Entrepreneurship Scale developed by Yılmaz and Sünbül (2009) were used as data collection tools. As a result of the study, it was found that there is a significant relationship between the participants’ egalitarian gender role attitudes and entrepreneurship levels.

scholarly journals The Relationship Between the Digital Game Dependence and Violence Tendency Levels of High School Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 118
Author(s):  
Battal Göldağ
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Digital Games ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Mobile Internet ◽  
Digital Game ◽  
School Students ◽  
Game Addiction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Relationship

The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between digital game dependence levels and violence tendency levels of high school students. In the present research, relational survey model has been used. The population of the study consists of 9th, 10th, 11th grade students in the high schools in Battalgazi and Yeşilyurt districts of Malatya in the spring term of 2018-2019 academic year. Simple random sampling method has been used for our sample selection. Digital Game Addiction Scale (DGAS-7) was used to determine the level of digital game addiction, and Violence Tendency Scale (VRS) was used to determine the levels of violence tendency. DGAS-7 was developed by Lemmens et al. (2009). To determine the problematic digital game behaviors of adolescents between the ages of 12-18. It has been developed by Haskan and Yıldırım to measure the tendency of violence among adolescents. According to the results obtained in our research; according to the monotetic format, 4.6% of the students participating in the research were addicted to digital games, while 95.4% were not dependent. According to the polythetic format, while 21.7% is addicted to digital games, 78.3% is not addicted. There was a statistically significant difference between female and male students in terms of digital game addiction and violence tendency in favor of female students. There was also a significant difference between the levels of digital game addiction and violence tendency according to mobile phone ownership. This difference is in favor of students who do not have mobile phones. There has been a statistically significant difference between the levels of digital game addiction in favor of the students who do not have mobile internet connection, but no significant difference has been found between the levels of violence tendency. There has been a statistically significant difference between non-dependent students in terms of violent tendency levels in terms of digital game addiction in monotetic and polythetic format. The level of violence tendency of non-dependent students is lower than that of dependent students. There has been a statistically significant difference between digital game addiction levels and violence tendency levels according to the duration of digital game play. This difference is in favor of students who play less time in a day. There has been a positive and moderate relationship between digital game addiction levels and violence tendency levels.

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