Pub Date : 2024-08-10DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i61328
Samihah Hilyati, Rusijono, A. Mariono, Fajar Arianto
Aims: This study aims to analyze the improvement of early childhood learning through effective communication in Beyond Centers and Circle Time activities on children's cognitive and language development. Study Design: The research used quantitative research with a quasi-experimental research design. Place and Duration of Study: The research sample was from children of Khodijah Kindergarten Wonorejo, Wonokromo and Pandegiling Surabaya. This research was conducted between February and March 2024. Methodology: The study sample consisted of 60 children, 30 children in the experimental group and 30 children in the control group. The 10 children in each group were representative of the three kindergartens used in the study. Data collection used tests to test cognitive development and performance to test children's language development. Data analysis used homogeneity test, normality test, and t test. Results: The results of the analysis obtained a value of 0.029 <0.050 which indicates a significant increase in effective communication in early childhood in Beyond Centers and Circle Time learning on cognitive development and the results of the analysis obtained a value of 0.003 <0.050 which indicates a significant increase in effective communication in early childhood in Beyond Centers and Circle Time learning on child language development. Structured communication during Beyond Centers and Circle Time activities has improved children's cognitive and language skills for the better. In particular, children were able to show better attention during learning activities, improve peer interactions, and engage themselves in learning activities, all due to the role of effective communication during these learning activities. Conclusion: It was found that increasing effective communication in early childhood learning in Beyond Centers and Circle Time learning can affect early childhood cognitive and language development. Suggestions for future researchers, the hope is to continue research related to Beyond Centers and Circle Time learning, it could be that this learning could have other benefits in early childhood skills or knowledge. Or it can be applied in early childhood education institutions in other areas because the problems in each educational institution must be different. And it can also be a source of reference or new information for further research that explores this learning or related to effective communication in early childhood learning.
研究目的:本研究旨在分析在 Beyond Centers 和 Circle Time 活动中通过有效沟通改善幼儿学习对儿童认知和语言发展的影响。研究设计: 研究采用定量研究和准实验研究设计。研究地点和时间:研究样本来自泗水 Wonorejo、Wonokromo 和 Pandegiling Khodijah 幼儿园的儿童。研究时间为 2024 年 2 月至 3 月。研究方法:研究样本由 60 名儿童组成,其中 30 名儿童在实验组,30 名儿童在对照组。每组的 10 名儿童代表了本研究中使用的三所幼儿园。数据收集使用了测试认知发展的测验和测试儿童语言发展的表现。数据分析采用了同质性检验、正态检验和 t 检验。结果:分析结果得出的数值为 0.029 <0.050,表明幼儿期在 Beyond Centers 和 Circle Time 学习中的有效交流对认知发展的影响显著增加;分析结果得出的数值为 0.003 <0.050,表明幼儿期在 Beyond Centers 和 Circle Time 学习中的有效交流对儿童语言发展的影响显著增加。在 "超越中心 "和 "圆圈时间 "活动中进行的结构化交流使儿童的认知和语言能力得到了更好的提高。特别是,孩子们在学习活动中能够表现出更好的注意力,改善同伴间的互动,并投入到学习活动中,这一切都归功于这些学习活动中有效沟通的作用。结论研究发现,在 Beyond Centers 和 Circle Time 学习活动中增加幼儿学习中的有效沟通会影响幼儿的认知和语言发展。对未来研究人员的建议是,希望继续开展与 "超越中心 "和 "圆圈时间 "学习相关的研究,因为这种学习可能对幼儿技能或知识有其他益处。或者可以将其应用于其他地区的幼儿教育机构,因为每个教育机构的问题肯定是不同的。此外,它还可以为进一步研究探索这种学习或与幼儿学习中的有效沟通有关的学习提供参考或新信息。
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Pub Date : 2024-07-26DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i61325
Chrispin Minga, Saraswati Ghosh
Global teaching and learning process modernization heavily depends on the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in the classroom. For educational methods to be implemented and improved in Tanzania, particularly in the Mbeya District, it is critical to comprehend how students view the incorporation of ICT in their education. This study explores how students in public secondary schools feel about using ICT for teaching and learning, as well as their experiences and preferences in this area. The objectives of the study were to assess students' attitudes towards the integration of ICT in teaching and learning to examine students' experiences with ICT use in their educational environment, to identify the challenges students face in utilizing ICT for academic purposes and to explore the suggestions for improving the integration of ICT in education. Several tools were used in the data collection namely questionnaire, interview and secondary data. In this study, a sample of a total 60 respondents were drawn from two secondary schools found in the Mbeya district. In this study 40 filled the questionnaires and 20 teachers were interviewed. The combination of these techniques provides a thorough comprehension of the viewpoints of students and teachers on ICT integration in the teaching and learning processes. The study found that most of the students had a positive attitude towards ICT integration in in the teaching and learning process as it facilitates better access to learning materials, increased involvement via interactive learning environments, and the possibility of customised learning experiences. The study recommended to hold interactive training sessions, put in place a strong feedback mechanism, and highlight effective case studies of ICT integration in education to boost student involvement and favourable perception on ICT use in teaching and learning process to secondary school students found in Mbeya district Tanzania.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-19DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i61324
Lin Zhu
Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between executive function, emotion regulation and language ability in children aged 3-6 years. A total of 180 children from 10 kindergartens were selected as the research subjects. The results showed that executive function and language ability had a positive predictive effect on children's emotion regulation, and language ability played a complete mediating role in the relationship between executive function and emotion regulation. Studies have shown that preschool educators should pay attention to the development of children's language ability, so as to promote the development of children's executive function and emotional regulation ability.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-15DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i61323
Huaping Xu, Decheng Zhang
The satisfaction with experimental teaching is of utmost importance for improving educational quality, promoting student development, and fostering the professional growth of teachers. Researching the factors influencing satisfaction with experimental teaching, as well as the hierarchical relationships and mechanisms of action among these factors, provides significant theoretical foundations and practical guidance for conducting scientific and targeted reforms in experimental teaching. Based on literature research and questionnaire surveys, fifteen factors affecting experimental teaching satisfaction were selected across five dimensions: teachers, curriculum, students, environment, and interaction. The Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) was used to reveal the hierarchical relationships among these factors, and the Cross-Impact Matrix Multiplication Applied to a Classification (MICMAC) method was employed to validate the model’s scientific validity and assess the driving forces and dependencies of each factor. The research results indicate that self-efficacy, academic emotions, perceived course value, teacher-student interaction, and peer interaction are direct factors influencing experimental teaching satisfaction and exhibit a high level of interdependence. Teacher’s teaching competence, laboratory management, course content, course resources, and laboratory environment are deeper influencing factors with strong driving forces, positively impacting both the direct factors and intermediary factors such as teaching models and course assessment. Based on the analysis results, improvement strategies, and recommendations are proposed to enhance the quality of experimental teaching and the effectiveness of talent development.
{"title":"Analysis of Factors Influencing Experimental Teaching Satisfaction Based on ISM-MICMAC","authors":"Huaping Xu, Decheng Zhang","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i61323","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i61323","url":null,"abstract":"The satisfaction with experimental teaching is of utmost importance for improving educational quality, promoting student development, and fostering the professional growth of teachers. Researching the factors influencing satisfaction with experimental teaching, as well as the hierarchical relationships and mechanisms of action among these factors, provides significant theoretical foundations and practical guidance for conducting scientific and targeted reforms in experimental teaching. Based on literature research and questionnaire surveys, fifteen factors affecting experimental teaching satisfaction were selected across five dimensions: teachers, curriculum, students, environment, and interaction. The Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) was used to reveal the hierarchical relationships among these factors, and the Cross-Impact Matrix Multiplication Applied to a Classification (MICMAC) method was employed to validate the model’s scientific validity and assess the driving forces and dependencies of each factor. The research results indicate that self-efficacy, academic emotions, perceived course value, teacher-student interaction, and peer interaction are direct factors influencing experimental teaching satisfaction and exhibit a high level of interdependence. Teacher’s teaching competence, laboratory management, course content, course resources, and laboratory environment are deeper influencing factors with strong driving forces, positively impacting both the direct factors and intermediary factors such as teaching models and course assessment. Based on the analysis results, improvement strategies, and recommendations are proposed to enhance the quality of experimental teaching and the effectiveness of talent development.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":"49 23","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141648841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-10DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i51320
Anita Nanda
Intellectual disability (ID) presents a significant public health challenge in rural India, characterized by disparities in access to healthcare, stigma, and socio-economic barriers. This comprehensive review examines recent advances and persistent challenges in understanding, diagnosing, and supporting individuals with ID in rural communities in India. Advancements in diagnosing and intervening in intellectual disability in rural India have been achieved through various approaches, including community-based screening programs, culturally tailored assessment tools, telemedicine, and mobile health solutions. These initiatives prioritize widening access to healthcare services and early intervention, with the overarching goal of enhancing outcomes for individuals with intellectual disabilities. However, formidable challenges persist. Limited access to specialized services, pervasive stigma, socio-economic disparities, and inadequate awareness hinder progress in addressing the needs of individuals with ID in rural India. These challenges necessitate a multi-faceted approach involving policymakers, healthcare providers, educators, and community leaders. Addressing these challenges requires prioritizing the needs of individuals with ID, promoting awareness and advocacy, investing in capacity building, and implementing policy reforms. Collaborative efforts are essential to overcome barriers and ensure that individuals with ID in rural India receive the support and opportunities they deserve. Moving forward, it's essential to prioritize on-going research, expand service provision, and nurture a culture of acceptance and inclusion. These endeavors are critical for shaping a future where individuals with intellectual disabilities in rural India can not only thrive but also actively contribute to their communities. While strides have been made, significant challenges persist in addressing intellectual disability in these areas. Acknowledging these hurdles and collectively working to overcome them is vital for building a more inclusive and equitable society that values the unique contributions of all individuals, regardless of their abilities. In conclusion, the author concluded that while progress has been made, significant challenges remain in addressing intellectual disability in rural India. By acknowledging these challenges and working together to overcome them, we can build a more inclusive and equitable society for all individuals, regardless of their abilities.
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Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i51319
Prathham Arora, Pankaj Singh
Adjustment is the result of an individual's attempt to cope with stress and satisfy the demands of maintaining a harmonious connection with the environment. Successful adjustment is crucial for maintaining a good level of life. Individuals with adjustment disorders are more prone to have clinical depression or anxiety, feelings of despair, anhedonia, sleep disturbances, and risky conduct. Homesickness is a distressing situation created by being away from people and places you know and love. It is often a state of emotional anguish. It is a frequent experience for students who relocate away from home, regardless of distance. Psychological well-being involves several aspects of a person's mental and emotional health, such as healthy connections, personal growth and development, positive self-esteem and acceptance, and a sense of control over one's life. The sample consisted of 115 young adults (26 Males, 86 Females and 3 other) with mean age being 21.55 years. Moderation Analysis by Andrew F. Hayes was undertaken to compute the result. The results showed that adjustment has a positive moderation effect between Homesickness and Psychological Wellbeing.
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Pub Date : 2024-05-13DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i41314
B. Dube
The science community in Botswana holds a broad consensus that not enough quality PhDs are being produced to meet the needs of societal developments in the country. There appears to be a connection between the level of knowledge advancement of a nation and its economic wealth. The role of supervision in the quest for a leap towards quality and quantity knowledge output therefore, cannot be overemphasised. This paper provides a critique of supervisory practices of doctoral student research in emerging higher education context of Botswana. The study adopted a desk top research methodology which focused on a scoping view of studies related to the phenomenon of study. The areas interrogated included the initial stage of student recruitment and selection, allocation of supervisors, proposal development, and management environment for research, implementation of the proposal, and document compilation for examination.
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Pub Date : 2024-05-11DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i41313
Shirin Akhter, V. S. Chauhan
This article examines the complex interplay between social mobility and the aspirations of Indian youth within the context of India's modest ranking on the Global Social Mobility Index. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, the study synthesizes empirical data and theoretical insights to explore how socio-economic backgrounds, government policies, societal attitudes, and individual actions shape aspirations. Central to this analysis is the concept of "conditionally convergent aspirations," which describes how socio-economic and cultural barriers lead to a narrowing of aspirations within homogeneous groups, thereby limiting the potential for upward social mobility. The findings suggest that effective policy interventions must address these foundational disparities through comprehensive educational reforms, robust social equity measures, and economic empowerment initiatives. By offering a detailed review of the literature and proposing targeted policy recommendations, the study aims to contribute to the discourse on social justice and economic development, advocating for a strategic approach to foster a more equitable society where the aspirations of all Indian youth can be realised.
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Pub Date : 2024-05-06DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i31312
Gembo Rinzin
In today's digital era, cultivating a reading habit has become increasingly rare among students, leading to a decline in their reading skills. Despite the significance of reading habits, many Bhutanese students remain unaware of their importance. This research paper addresses the need to nurture a love for reading among 9th grade students at Gomtu Higher Secondary School. Utilizing observation, survey questionnaires, and interviews as data collection tools, the study first assesses the current situation through pre-data collection. Subsequently, interventions such as situation analysis, guided reading sessions, book review compilations, book talks, and reader's theatre are implemented. Post-data collection is then conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions. The findings reveal that students develop reading habits when provided with opportunities to choose books based on their interests. Furthermore, the research underscores the importance of offering a diverse range of reading materials to stimulate student interest, highlighting the pivotal role of the school library in this regard. The study also identifies significant improvements in students' daily reading habits post-intervention, with 25.8% strongly agreeing and 48.4% agreeing to engage in daily reading practices, compared to 11.3% strongly disagreeing and 46.8% disagreeing during the preliminary phase. Moreover, 35.5% of students strongly agreed, and 38.7% agreed to read out of curiosity after the interventions, compared to 9.7% strongly agreeing and 35.5% agreeing during pre-intervention. Practical suggestions drawn from the study include tailoring book selections to individual interests, empowering students with autonomy in choosing reading materials, and optimizing the school library to provide a diverse range of genres and enjoyable reading materials. These findings emphasize the significance of fostering a love for reading among students and offer actionable insights to promote literacy initiatives effectively.
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Pub Date : 2024-05-03DOI: 10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i31311
Belinda Owusu Zigli, Rebecca Essel, David Delali Zigli, Vivian Maanu
Ghana has seen persistent agitations for education reforms due to the unsatisfactory outcome of education objectives since independence. The major reasons were no different from the latest reform that was introduced, the Junior High School (JHS) system. That was so because it was yet another review of the entire education system of the country with the view of making it responsive to current global and social challenges. One of the concerns has been whether the influx of numerous foreign dress styles among teachers in Ghanaian society has an effect on students, teachers, and quality education. The aim of this research is to assess the dressing of teachers and its impact on junior high school students’ academic performance. The research identified, discussed, and assessed the impact of teachers’ dressing on students’ performance in selected junior high schools in the Oforikrom Municipality in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Both quantitative and qualitative research designs were used for the research. The questionnaire, observations, interviews, and focus group discussions were the instruments used in the collection of the data. A simple random and cluster area sampling method was adopted to select the respondents for the study. The accessible population for the study consisted of three hundred (300) JHS students, fifty (50) teachers, twenty (20) parents, and ten (10) education officers.A comparative analysis of four categories (students, teachers, parents, and education officers) on the impact of teachers’ dressing on students’ performance was performed. The study identified, assessed, and discussed the impact of teachers’ dressing on students’ academic performance in some selected junior high schools in the Oforikrom Municipality. Out of the hypothesis speculated before the investigation, it was established, with p-values greater than 0.05, from a paired two sample T-test analysis that there is a significant effect of teachers’ dressing on students’ performance. The study recommended that teachers should be given a dressing allowance to allow them to purchase appropriate school attire, and the government should institute a non-destructive dress code for teachers. The study will help teachers dress more appropriately and will have a significant impact on the lives of students.
加纳自独立以来,由于教育目标的结果不尽人意,要求进行教育改革的呼声不绝于耳。其主要原因与最近推出的改革--初中(JHS)制度--并无二致。之所以如此,是因为这是对国家整个教育系统的又一次审查,目的是使其能够应对当前的全球和社会挑战。其中一个令人担忧的问题是,加纳社会中大量外国教师的着装风格是否会对学生、教师和优质教育产生影响。本研究旨在评估教师的着装及其对初中学生学习成绩的影响。研究在加纳阿散蒂大区奥福里克罗姆市选定的初中中,确定、讨论和评估了教师着装对学生成绩的影响。研究采用了定量和定性研究设计。问卷、观察、访谈和焦点小组讨论是收集数据的工具。研究采用了简单随机抽样和分组区域抽样的方法来选择受访者。研究对象包括三百(300)名初中学生、五十(50)名教师、二十(20)名家长和十(10)名教育官员。研究对四类人(学生、教师、家长和教育官员)就教师着装对学生成绩的影响进行了比较分析。研究确定、评估并讨论了教师着装对奥福里克罗姆市部分选定初中学生学习成绩的影响。在调查前提出的假设中,通过配对双样本 T 检验分析,以大于 0.05 的 P 值确定了教师着装对学生成绩的显著影响。研究建议,应向教师发放着装津贴,让他们购买合适的校服,政府也应为教师制定非破坏性的着装规范。这项研究将有助于教师着装更加得体,并将对学生的生活产生重大影响。
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