scholarly journals The Relationships Among Affective Factors in Learning EFL: A Study of the Saudi Setting

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 105
Author(s):  
Jihan Zayed ◽  
Huda Al-Ghamdi
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Affective Factors ◽  
Saudi Students ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
High Motivation ◽  
Predictive Relationships

Adopting a mixed-method design, the current study attempted to specify the relationships among four affective factors (i.e., motivation, attitudes, self-confidence, and anxiety) involved in learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Seventy-three students – from Administration and Humanities College, Mustaqbal University and Jubail University College, KSA – responded to a questionnaire of two parts: Part I and Part II, which yielded quantitative data. Qualitative data were generated through the analysis of Part I results to prove that there was no relationship between Saudi students’ EFL proficiency and their awareness of the affective factors involved in learning it. Findings of Part II confirmed the interrelatedness among the four affective factors in the learning process in general, except for self-confidence did not significantly correlate with anxiety; the former got the highest mean (48.79) while the latter got the lowest (34.93). Calculating Standard Multiple Regression for the four affective factors, the study concluded giving four arithmetic equations of the predictive relationships among these factors. In the Saudi setting, the current study confirmed that anxiety does not affect learners with high motivation and good attitudes to a great extent. Besides, it does not affect self-confident learners at all.

scholarly journals Does Problem-Based Learning Affect Students’ Speaking Skill and Attitude toward ELL?

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-138
Author(s):  
Gede Sutrisna ◽  
Luh Putu Artini
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Affective Attitude ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
Scientific Approach ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Approach Problem

As a typical learning method which is grounded from a scientific approach, problem-based learning (PBL) does not only enhance students’ critical thinking but also helps them actively construct their knowledge and skill. The objectives of this study were to investigate the impact of PBL on (1) students’ speaking skill and (2) their attitude toward ELL. This study employed an embedded mixed-method design which combined one-group pretest-posttest and descriptive qualitative design. It involved a group of 41 students as the sample. The quantitative data were collected through pretest-posttest and questionnaire (closed-ended). Meanwhile, the qualitative data were obtained through observation and open-ended questionnaire. The findings of the study found that students demonstrated better speaking performance after being treated through PBL activities. Besides, they exhibited more positive behavioral, cognitive, and affective attitude toward ELL.

scholarly journals Factors Influencing Teaching of Chemistry in Class Nine and Ten in the Schools under Chhukha District, Bhutan

2021 ◽  
pp. 13-25
Author(s):  
Ngawang Chogyel ◽  
Norbu Wangdi
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Chemistry Teachers ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

This study investigated the factors influencing the teaching of chemistry in class nine and ten in the schools under Chhukha District, Bhutan. Adopting convergent mixed method design, the study employed structured questionnaire to collect quantitative data and semi-structured interview and classroom observation to collect qualitative data. The sample comprised of 10 Chemistry teachers and 500 students from class nine and ten from three middle secondary schools and two higher secondary schools. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in the form of tables, mean and standard deviation whereas the qualitative data were analyzed based on content analysis technique. The findings of this study highlighted that the lack of laboratory resources, limited time allocated for chemistry theory and practical classes, and teachers’ heavy workload impacted teaching of chemistry negatively while the teacher’s sound knowledge on the chemistry subject impacted the teaching of chemistry positively.

scholarly journals The Perception of Using Technology Canva Application as a Media for English Teacher Creating Media Virtual Teaching and English Learning in Loei Thailand

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 62
Author(s):  
Elsa Elsa ◽  
Khoirul Anwar
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
English Learning ◽  
English Teacher ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
Media Creation ◽  
Main Factor

Online Learning requires teachers to think creatively and innovatively to attract students. Learning media becomes the main factor in helping teachers make it happen. This study aims to find out the perception of English teachers in the use of canva application as a virtual learning media creation in Loei Thailand.This research applies mixed method design that starts with collecting quantitative data. After analyzing quantitative data, qualitative data is then collected and analyzed. 20 teachers were asked to fill out a questionnaire to find out their perspective on the use of Canva. This research has proven that canva application can be used to create learning media. The result in this research was the function and benefit of canva divided into two, namely as sumplemen and subtitusi. The supplement function of canva is (1) Canva fasilitated teacher to make learning media, (2) Canva Application Improve online teaching process. The substitution function of canva is (1) Canva Application Improves learning media effectively, (2) Learning media of Canva is easy to distribute to students (3) Canva application can help the technology requirement. That is, the function of Canva obtained in this study.

scholarly journals Flipped classroom in Indonesian higher education: A mixed-method study on students' attitudes and experiences

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 243-257
Author(s):  
Ika Wahyuni Lestari
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Flipped Classroom ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Focus Group Interview ◽  
Mixed Method Study ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
Students Attitudes

The flipped classroom has been widely applied in many educational settings. Thus, it is significant to understand how its implementation is perceived by students. This mixed-method study aimed to find out the fourth-year students’ attitudes at a university in Indonesia on the flipped classroom they attended. It was also aimed at exploring their perception of the benefits and pitfalls they experienced when attending the flipped classroom. Employing a convergent mixed-method design, the quantitative data were obtained from 75 students (n=75) who were asked to complete a questionnaire. For the qualitative data, 13 students, divided into two groups, were invited to participate in a focus group interview to explore their experiences in attending the flipped classroom. The findings indicated that the students had positive attitudes towards the flipped classroom (M=2.87) and reported several benefits they perceived. Nonetheless, aspects regarding motivation (M=2.50) and the use of videos (M=2.49) and other technological supports indicated negative attitudes and were considered as pitfalls in the implementation of the model. Implications and recommendations were addressed for the better implementation of a flipped classroom.

scholarly journals Can Guided Notes Support Students’ Note-taking in Mathematics Lectures?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Feudel ◽  
Anja Panse
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Note Taking ◽  
Guided Notes ◽  
Making Sense ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
Traditional Mathematics ◽  
The One ◽  
Support Students

AbstractIn traditional mathematics lectures the instructor normally writes the definitions, theorems, and proofs covered on the board, and gives informal oral explanations that help to make sense of them. The students have to take notes. However, there are serious problems concerning students’ note-taking in traditional mathematics lectures. Students often cannot think about the information presented during the lecture as they are busy writing. Making sense of the content later is also difficult because many students do not include the lecturer’s oral explanations in their notes. One approach to addressing these problems can be the use of guided notes: a modified version of the instructor’s notes with certain blanks the students have to fill in during the lecture. We investigated to what extent guided notes can support students in their note-taking in mathematics lectures in a study using a mixed-method design. This study provides on the one hand quantitative data suggesting that guided notes are perceived as beneficial by many students for several aspects of their note-taking. On the other hand, it offers qualitative data illustrating how the use of guided notes can influence these aspects. The results indicate in particular that the use of guided notes can address some of the problems concerning students’ note-taking in traditional mathematics lectures, while it can also lead to new problems that one needs to be aware of.

Feedback of Certificate in Medical Teaching Programme at King Edward Medical University Lahore

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. 2564-2566
Author(s):  
Salman Javed ◽  
Mehwish Ayyaz ◽  
Bushra Adeel ◽  
Wajeeha Imran Andrabi ◽  
Amna Khanum ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Medical Teaching ◽  
Study Objective ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Mixed Method Design ◽  
Medical University ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Method Approach

Background: The concept of feedback is central to medical education. There is gradual shift from sandwich feedback to Pendleton feedback which is learner centred. Pragmatic worldview was proposed in this study. Certificate in Medical Teaching (CMT) programme was initiated at King Edward Medical University (KEMU) Lahore since 2019.The study objective was to improve learning outcome. Methods: Mixed Method research design was chosen, out of all mixed method procedures “Convergent parallel mixed method design” was followed collecting simultaneously quantitative and qualitative data, then results were analysed and compared separately. This study was carried out from 01-06-2020 to 31-03-2021 at King Edward Medical University Lahore. Sample size of 43 participants from CMT (Certificate in Medical Teaching) Batch 1 and 2 took part in this study. Doctors from clinical side, demonstrators and personnel of Allied health sciences attended this course. A predesigned proforma designed on google form was sent to each participant via e-mail.. Results: Quantitative data collected was interpreted as percentages and in form of tables and presented as pie charts. Qualitative data collected was analysed by segregating data into codes. Corresponding themes were made of each code and presented in tabular form. Conclusion: On the basis of feedback and mixed method approach, it can be concluded that certificate in medical teaching is a new teaching program at king Edward Medical University Lahore which can serve as basis to start master’s degree at this institution. Keywords: Feedback, medical teaching, KEMU

scholarly journals Towards Understanding EFL Teachers’ Conceptions of Research: Findings From Argentina

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-72
Author(s):  
Darío Luis Banegas
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Teacher Development ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Foreign Language Teachers ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Efl Teachers ◽  
Research Findings

This paper investigates the conceptions of research held by English as a foreign language teachers in Argentina. Quantitative data from 622 participants from an online questionnaire were followed by qualitative data from online interviews with 40 of those participants. Results show that the teachers conceptualised research through conventional notions closer to a quantitative paradigm. They felt research was not part of their job, and a lack of time was the main reason for not engaging in/with research. Teacher development, agency, empowerment, and autonomy could be sought by engaging teachers with forms of research which are meaningful to them, such as action research.

scholarly journals Analisis Ketersediaan Sarana dan Prasarana Terhadap Motivasi Belajar Siswa SD pada Zona Utara Kabupaten Mojokerto

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
Desi Eka Pratiwi
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Learning Motivation ◽  
Main Determinant ◽  
Northern Zone ◽  
High Motivation ◽  
Research Objects ◽  
Determinant Factor

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan ketersediaan sarana dan prasarana terhadap motivasi belajar siswa SD berdasarkan letak fisiografis  pada zona utara Kabupaten Mojokerto. Pengumpulan Data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan angket berskala, lembar observasi dan lembar wawancara yang diolah secara kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Objek penelitian adalah 10 SD/MI yang dipilih secara random sampling tersebar di kabupaten mojokerto. Berdasarkan hasil analisis pada 10 sekolah, diperoleh data sebagai berikut (1) SDN Windurejo II sarana prasarana baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 66 %; (2) SDI Insan Mulia sarana prasarana sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 36,47 %; (3) SDN Sooko I sarana prasarana sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 71 % ; (4) MI GUPPI 2 sarana prasarana baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 44,44 %; (5) SDN Berat Wetan I sarana prasarana sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 61,66 %; (6) SDI Plus Al-Azhar sarana prasarana baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 81,33 %; (7) SDN Gempolkerep sarana prasarana sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 40 %; (8) SDN Wonorejo I sarana prasarana sangat sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 40 %; (9) SDI Arinal Auna sarana prasarana sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 53,63 %; (10) SDN Temon sarana prasarana sangat baik, motivasi belajar siswa sebesar 80 %. Dari data di atas dapat disimpulkan bahwa sarana dan prasarana yang memadai mampu memotivasi belajar siswa di kelas, namun sarana dan prasarana bukan menjadi penentu utama tingginya motivasi belajar siswa, karena ada 4 sekolah dengan sarana dan prasarana yang baik/ sangat baik namun motivasi belajar siswa rendah. Banyak faktor yang memengaruhi motivasi belajar siswa antara lain faktor eksternal dan internal.Kata Kunci: Sarana dan Prasarana, Motivasi Belajar, Kabupaten MojokertoAbstract: This Research aims to describe the contribution of facilities and infrastructure of the learning motivation of elementary students in the northern zone of mojokerto district. The research instruments were questionnaire scale sheets, observation sheets, and interview sheets. The types of data obtained were qualitative data and quantitative data. The objects of this research consists of 10 SD/MI randomly selected in mojokerto district. The research objects are 10 elementary school that were selected randomly from different area of mojokerto district. Based on the results of the analysis at the 10 schools are: (1) The facilities in SDN Windurejo II is good, the students learning motivation is 66%; (2) The facilities in SDI Insan Mulia is very good, the students learning motivation is 36,47 %; (3) The facilities in SDN Sooko I is good, the students learning motivation is 71 %; (4) The facilities in MI GUPPI 2 is good, the students learning motivation is 44,44 %; (5) The facilities in SDN Berat Wetan I is very good, the students learning motivation is 61,66 %; (6) The facilities in SDI Plus Al-Azhar is good, the students learning motivation is 81,33 %; (7) The facilities in SDN Gempolkerep is very good, the students learning motivation is 40 %; (8) The facilities in SDN Wonorejo I is very good, the students learning motivation is 40 %; (9) The facilities in SDI Arinal Auna is good, the students learning motivation is 53,63 %; (10) The facilities in Temon is very good, the students learning motivation is 80 %. From the data, it can be concluded that the adequate facilities and infrastructure are able to motivate student in learning in the classroom. However, the facilities and infrastructure are not the main determinant factor for the students high motivation in learning, since there are 4 elementary school that has very good facilities and infrastructure but the students still have low learning motivation. Accordingly, there are many factors influence students learning motivation that is the internal and external factor.Keywords: Facilities and Infrastructure, Learning Motivation, Mojokerto District

scholarly journals The Affect Of The Asean China Free Trade Agreement (Acfta) On The SME’s Performance

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Wisnu Panggah Setiyono ◽  
Dewi Andriyani ◽  
Boy Isma Putra
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
Free Trade ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Free Trade Agreement ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Trade Agreement ◽  
Paired Samples ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Before And After

This research is aimed to analyze the influence of ASEAN-China Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) on the financial performance of SMEs in Sidoarjo. The financial performance of SMEs in this study was measured by the level of sales comparation between the period before and after ACFTA. This research applied mix method technique with squids mixed method strategy, especially sequential explanatory strategy. It is a strategy for the researchers to combine the data that was found from one method with the other method. The steps were begun with the researcher collecting the quantitative data by performing different test or Paired samples T-test then continued with collecting the qualitative data by doing library research. The results show that  there are significant differences in financial performance; first, it is seen from the sales between before and after ACFTA, and second,  it is proven that  that the existence of ACFTA significantly affects the sales rate of SMEs.

scholarly journals Contradictions within an activity of second language reading literacy

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonja Brink ◽  
Carisma Nel
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Early Reading ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Second Language Reading ◽  
Reading Literacy ◽  
Classroom Observations ◽  
Cultural Historical Activity

Background: In investigating the early reading literacy of a group of Setswana-speaking children who learnt to read in Afrikaans, cultural historical activity theory (CHAT) was chosen as a conceptual framework because of its proven utility value in helping researchers make sense of complex social systems.Aim: The application of this heuristic not only proved valuable as organising principle but also unexpectedly revealed the situation with a clarity that brought about a richer understanding of the intricate dynamics underlying reading literacy in a second language.Setting: The study was conducted at a small-town Afrikaans medium school.Methods: In this mixed method inquiry, qualitative data was collected through interviews with parents and educators, classroom observations and document analysis. The quantitative data was obtained through the administering of an early reading literacy assessment.Results: The overarching finding of this study was that the Setswana-speaking children developed early reading literacy skills at a rate and level commensurate with that of their Afrikaans-speaking peers. Where the application of CHAT as heuristic proved invaluable was in bringing to light a pattern revealing the agency which was exercised by parents and educators to support the children’s reading literacy learning.Conclusion: Despite various obstacles and tensions, parents and teachers exercise considerable agency in supporting the children’s early reading literacy. Although the empirical aspects of the study are described, it is a conceptual gaze of the situation, employing CHAT as a lens, which is the focus of this article.

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