scholarly journals Effectiveness of Classes VII and VIII Science towards Enhancing the Learning of Class IX Physics

2020 ◽  
pp. 25-36
Author(s):  
Norbu Wangdi ◽  
Yeshi Dema
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Science Teachers ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Science Textbook ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Science Textbooks ◽  
Basic Concepts ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Survey Questionnaires

This study aims to find out the effectiveness of classes VII and VIII science towards enhancing the learning of class IX physics. The sample of the study consists of 130 students and 12 science teachers of three secondary schools. The collection of data were administered using survey questionnaires and focus group interviews. The quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS and the interview data was coded based on themes. The study revealed that the basic concepts of class IX physics is already introduced in classes VII and VIII science textbooks. However, students face difficulties in understanding class IX physics. The study suggest that when three separate sciences are combined into a single science textbook, some concepts were not covered in detail. Therefore, the study recommends Ministry of Education, Bhutan to work towards developing bifurcated science: Physics, Chemistry and Biology for classes VII and VIII.

scholarly journals Investigating dementia literacy among community-dwelling adults and older adults in Macau: A mixed methods study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela YM Leung ◽  
Cindy S. U Leong ◽  
Pak Leng Cheong ◽  
Alice S. M. Tsang ◽  
Bernice O. C. Lam Nogueira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Group Interviews

Abstract Background: As population ageing and dementia incidence continue to increase worldwide, health systems are urged to empower the public to address factors related to dementia. This study aims to assess Macau citizens’ knowledge of dementia, attitudes towards persons with dementia, and help-seeking behaviours and intention toward dementia.Methods: This is a mixed-methods study with both quantitative (cross-sectional survey) and qualitative components (focus group interviews). The Alzheimer’s Disease Knowledge Scale (ADKS) and Dementia Attitude Scale (DAS) were utilized in the quantitative data collection, whereas focus group interviews were employed to gather context-specific understanding of dementia in the local setting. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests were used to analyze quantitative data, while content analysis was used for qualitative data.Results: The overall level of knowledge on dementia was low (ADKS mean total score = 17.38, SD = 3.31), with the least amount of knowledge in the caregiving domain. Meanwhile, attitudes toward persons with dementia was generally positive (mean [SD] = 89.07 [11.99]). Many of the focus group participants were also uncertain regarding the availability of dementia services in the region. The general public was interested to obtain dementia information through social media.Conclusions: Efforts should be made to build up dementia literacy in Macau, especially in terms of caregiving. Information about dementia could be disseminated in social media and by healthcare professionals.

scholarly journals Learning through modelling in science: Reflections by pre-service teachers

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 206-224
Author(s):  
Siv Gundrosen Aalbergsjø ◽  
Per Øyvind Sollid
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Science Teachers ◽  
Teaching Science ◽  
Service Science ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Models And Modelling

This study analyses pre-service science teachers’ (PSTs’) experiences of working with models and modelling and their ideas about their usefulness in science education. Although several studies have investigated pre- and in-service teachers’ views on models and modelling, research is lacking in the Norwegian context. This study addresses this gap by exposing PSTs to a one-day course on modelling in chemistry and exploring their ideas through focus-group interviews. We found that teaching using modelling-related activities promoted PSTs’ understanding of models and modelling, especially relating to the scope and limitations of models. Additionally, the PSTs increased their understanding of why such learning activitiesare important and how to incorporate them while teaching science. Norwegian PSTs responded positively to modelling-based teaching, which seemed to promote metacognition and critical thinking. Therefore, modelling-based teaching could be an effective tool for educating science teachers in how to promote such skills in their classrooms.

scholarly journals The effects of using social biographical texts of scientists on students' attitudes in science courses: A qualitative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Riza Salar ◽  
Ayhan Aksakalli
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Science Teachers ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Science Courses ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Repertory Grids ◽  
The Social ◽  
Grid Technique ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Group Interviews

Biographies of scientists are often used in the teaching environment, both in textbooks and in course contents - sections from the lives of scientists are often included to encourage students to pursue and enjoy science. This research investigated the effect of social content biographical texts of scientists on students' attitudes towards science courses. The research was a mixed-method study and consisted of 51 science teachers. The participants were determined according to a convenience sampling method. Focus group interviews, repertory grid technique, and individual interviews were used to collect data in the study. Through focus group interviews with teachers, it was discussed what kind of changes biographical texts might make to students' attitudes to science. Later, 51 teachers explained the social biographical texts to their students and observed the changes in the students. Based on their observations, they scored the repertory grids. Finally, an individual interview was held with fifteen teachers. As a result, it has been determined that social biographical texts were able to increase students' interest, motivation and questioning skills, while able to decrease their anxiety.

scholarly journals The Study of Factors Affecting Grade X Students’ Learning Outcomes in History Education

2020 ◽  
pp. 50-64
Author(s):  
Tandin .
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Parental Support ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
School Factors ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Learning History ◽  
Group Interviews

The purpose of this study was to examine the factors affecting the learning of grade ten students’ history. The study sample consisted of 165 students and 18 teachers from four secondary schools under Paro Dzongkhag. Both qualitative and quantitative data were collected and analysed. Questionnaire on a 5-point Likert scale was used for the quantitative data collection and focus group interviews were used for the qualitative data collection. Quantitative data analysis was done using mean scores and standard deviation. The content of the focus group interviews was transcribed and thematic analysis was conducted on the transcript. The results of the study revealed that the learning of history in grade ten students were affected most by the school related factors such as curriculum, teachers, teaching techniques and resources. Non-school factors like students’ attitude, and parental support had very less effect in learning history by grade ten students.

Evaluation of the pilot TAPUAKI Pacific pregnancy and parenting education programme

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dudley Gentles ◽  
Jacinta Fa'alili-Fidow ◽  
Amanda Dunlop ◽  
Mary Roberts ◽  
Amio Ikihele ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Education Programme ◽  
Parenting Education ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Paper Survey ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Survey Questionnaires ◽  
Pregnant Mothers ◽  
Antenatal Classes

<p><strong>Background</strong>: The TAPUAKI programme aimed to improve Pacific women’s, their partners and families’ knowledge and confidence about pregnancy and parenting so they can make informed choices about their health and that of their infants. The programme consisted of six two-hour blocks of antenatal classes run over six consecutive weeks.</p><p><strong>Aim</strong>: To evaluate the TAPUAKI programme for the effectiveness and delivery of its curriculum to pregnant mothers.</p><p><strong>Methods</strong>: Both paper survey questionnaires and focus group interviews (talanoa) were used for the evaluation. Out of 32 participants who attended the TAPUAKI programme, 13 agreed to take part in the evaluation (a response rate of 41%). There were 3 sites (from 2013-2014) where the programme was piloted: Henderson, Onehunga and Otara. The 13 participants were Samoan, Cook Islands Māori or Tongan ethnicity, all aged between 17 and 40 years old.  In addition, there were 2 female facilitators at each site who delivered the curriculum. All six facilitators agreed to take part in the evaluation.  </p><p><strong>Findings</strong>: Participants reported that their knowledge about pregnancy and parenting had increased as a result of the programme. Specifically, these topics were nutrition, giving birth, breastfeeding and safe sleeping practices. The programme helped to change some incorrect practices and beliefs that were held by those participants who already had children.</p><p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: The TAPUAKI programme increased the women’s knowledge and confidence about pregnancy and parenting. </p>

scholarly journals Investigation of the Prospective Science Teachers' Views on the Problems and Solutions Regarding Science and Technology

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 128-141
Author(s):  
Fulya ZORLU
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Science Teachers ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
State University ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Prospective Science Teachers

Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigation of the prospective science teachers' views on the problems (as are the waste of natural resources, the information pollution, sharing information without confirming their validity of information, communication problems among people, spending extra time and money, the laziness, the obesity, the environmental pollution, the global warming etc.) and solutions regarding science and technology. Research method of this study was case study method. The four second year prospective science teachers attending education faculty of a state university were participated to this study. The data tools of this research were used questions in focus group interviews. The data obtained from the focus group interviews were analyzed using content analysis method. According to the results obtained from this study, prospective science teachers were expressing many problems within the framework of individual, social and environmental on science and technology sourced problems. Considering the results obtained from this study, it can be said that the solutions suggested by the prospective science teachers to solve the science and technology sourced problems are limited and can be improved.

Mass tourists and destination interaction avoidance

2016 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hee-Jung Lee ◽  
Hugh Wilkins
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Underlying Structure ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Mass Tourism ◽  
Sequential Mixed Methods ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Insight Into

The concept of the environmental bubble was introduced by Cohen to describe the ‘psychological comfort’ sought by mass tourists. However, there has been little empirical research to investigate the underlying structure of this construct. This study provides insight into the psychological motivations of those who choose mass tourism and provides a scale, named Tourist Interaction Avoidance, which measures the extent to which tourists seek to avoid uncertainty during their trips and can be used as a predictor of travel style. A sequential mixed methods research design was adopted with qualitative data collected through focus group interviews followed by a self-completion survey to collect the quantitative data. The findings identify three underlying components: ‘protection’, ‘food’ and ‘avoidance’. These provide deeper understanding of the needs of tourists from South Korea by identifying the three components that underpin the dimension and provide a means to measure individual tourist preferences.

Management Strategy for Distributing Questionnaires and Interview Guidelines in the Research Data Collection Process

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 104-111
Author(s):  
Po. Abas Sunarya ◽  
George Iwan Marantika ◽  
Adam Faturahman
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Management Strategy ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Good Management ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Data Collection Process ◽  
Group Interviews

Writing can mean lowering or describing graphic symbols that describe a languageunderstood by someone. For a researcher, management of research preparation is a veryimportant step because this step greatly determines the success or failure of all researchactivities. Before a person starts with research activities, he must make a written plan commonlyreferred to as the management of research data collection. In the process of collecting researchdata, of course we can do the management of questionnaires as well as the preparation ofinterview guidelines to disseminate and obtain accurate information. With the arrangement ofplanning and conducting interviews: the ethics of conducting interviews, the advantages anddisadvantages of interviews, the formulation of interview questions, the schedule of interviews,group and focus group interviews, interviews using recording devices, and interview bias.making a questionnaire must be designed with very good management by giving to theinformation needed, in accordance with the problem and all that does not cause problems at thestage of analysis and interpretation.

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