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{"title":"Facilitating Academic Gains with Artifacts of Learning: Effect Concept Mapping on Performance in Cellular Respiration","authors":"Simon Moyom Laar, J. Azure, Dennis Wilmot, Ezekiel Akotuko Ayimbila","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n299113","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n299113","url":null,"abstract":"Biological concepts like cellular respiration are abstract concepts that students struggle to understand in Ghana and worldwide. Biological concepts like cellular respiration are abstract concepts that students struggle to understand in Ghana and worldwide. Research suggests that positive gains in student understanding can be achieved through interactive and visual learning tools like concept maps. With that in mind, this study explored the effect concept map formation on students’ academic performance at the Ghanaian senior high school level in the concept of cellular respiration. A sample size of 100 students were used for the study. Pre-test, post-test non-equivalent control group design was adopted for the study. Two intact classes were used in this study, one designated as control, receiving standard lecture-based instruction, and the other utilizing concept maps. After the intervention, post-test scores of the students revealed a statistically significant difference between the experimental and control groups. Specifically, the group that used concept maps performed significantly better than the control group, with a large difference in their scores. Furthermore, after the intervention, the concept maps allowed for specific analyses and tracking of the students’ understanding, proving its value as a formative assessment tool. The results suggest that concept mapping can be a useful tool in improving students’ performance and track learners understanding, gaps and misconceptions in biology topics like cellular respiration.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":"43 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139846703","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}

{"title":"Evaluation and Critical Reflection on The Listening and Speaking Activities Taught in an English for Specific Purpose Course","authors":"Natalia Loizou","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n27698","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n27698","url":null,"abstract":"The following paper is a combination of two assignments for the Master’s program “The Teaching of English as a Foreign/ International Language”. It concerns the evaluation and critical reflection on the listening and speaking activities offered to an adult learners’ course during their “English Terminology for Paramedics” class, along with a redesigned lesson plan. The paper analyses the students’ profiles, describes the listening activities used in a particular unit, evaluates them, and suggests improvements to their teaching. An evaluation of the speaking activities based on Johnson’s principles and Nation’s features, a redesigned lesson plan based on the Communicative Language Approach, and a critical evaluation on it follow.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":"38 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139847440","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}

{"title":"Facilitating Academic Gains with Artifacts of Learning: Effect Concept Mapping on Performance in Cellular Respiration","authors":"Simon Moyom Laar, J. Azure, Dennis Wilmot, Ezekiel Akotuko Ayimbila","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n299113","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n299113","url":null,"abstract":"Biological concepts like cellular respiration are abstract concepts that students struggle to understand in Ghana and worldwide. Biological concepts like cellular respiration are abstract concepts that students struggle to understand in Ghana and worldwide. Research suggests that positive gains in student understanding can be achieved through interactive and visual learning tools like concept maps. With that in mind, this study explored the effect concept map formation on students’ academic performance at the Ghanaian senior high school level in the concept of cellular respiration. A sample size of 100 students were used for the study. Pre-test, post-test non-equivalent control group design was adopted for the study. Two intact classes were used in this study, one designated as control, receiving standard lecture-based instruction, and the other utilizing concept maps. After the intervention, post-test scores of the students revealed a statistically significant difference between the experimental and control groups. Specifically, the group that used concept maps performed significantly better than the control group, with a large difference in their scores. Furthermore, after the intervention, the concept maps allowed for specific analyses and tracking of the students’ understanding, proving its value as a formative assessment tool. The results suggest that concept mapping can be a useful tool in improving students’ performance and track learners understanding, gaps and misconceptions in biology topics like cellular respiration.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":" 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139786617","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}

{"title":"Teachers’ Job Satisfaction Indicators and Labour Turnover in Private Secondary Schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District Nigeria","authors":"Friday Uke Akam, Etieneabasi Peter Otu, Victor Edwin Abel, Victor Akpaiya Udom","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n21125","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n21125","url":null,"abstract":"This study sought to determine the extent to which teachers’ job satisfaction indicators influence labour turnover in private secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. In order to carry out this study objectively, four specific objectives, three research questions and four research hypotheses were postulated to guide the study. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised 2,585 teachers in all the 121 government approved private secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. Stratified random sampling technique was used in selecting a sample of 346 teachers. A questionnaire with 28 structured items designed by the researchers was used for data collection for this study. Cronbach’s Alpha Technique was used in determining the reliability of the instrument and a correlation coefficient of 0.85 was obtained. Means with standard deviation was used in answering the research questions. The t-test statistics was used in testing the null hypotheses 1,2 and 4 while Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used in testing hypotheses 3 respectively at .05 level significance. The findings of the study reveal that there is no significant difference between the mean responses of male and female teachers on the extent to which job security, compensation, organizational policy and job prospect influences labour turnover in private secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. Based on the findings, it is concluded that provisions of teachers’ job satisfaction indicators in private secondary schools would positively increase teachers’ satisfaction, reduce labour turnover, increase students and teachers’ performance, increase students’ population, promote the image of the school, increase profitability earning capacity and competitive ability. It is recommended among other things that proprietors and proprietresses in private secondary schools should provide teachers with job satisfaction indicators such as job security, compensation, organizational policy and job propect in order to reduce labour turnover.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":" 1023","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139787058","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}

{"title":"Counsellors’ Attitudinal Skills as Predictors of Academic Achievement Motivation in Secondary Schools in Nsukka Education Zone of Enugu State, Nigeria","authors":"D. C. Ncheke, Esther E. Enejedu, N. Nwosu, Izomoh Regina Ogheneruemu","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n2110","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n2110","url":null,"abstract":"The study investigated Counsellors’ Attitudinal Skills as Predictors of Academic Achievement Motivation in Secondary Schools in Nsukka Education Zone of Enugu State, Nigeria. The need for the study came as a result of increasing rate of poor academic achievement motivation of secondary school students in the study area to which the researchers sought to find solutions. It was guided by two research questions and two corresponding null hypotheses tested at 0.05 level of significance. The research design used for the study was correlation survey design. The population of the study comprised the entire five hundred and thirty secondary schools identify from cumulative record folder of SS II students who have performed poor and show lack of interest in schooling in the study area. The entire population of 530 students were used as sample. In this case, there was no sample. This is because the number can be managed. The instrument for data collection were two sets of questionnaire titled “Counsellors’ Attitudinal Skills Assessment (CASA)”; and “Academic Achievement Motivation Scale (AAMS)”. CASA and AAMS were properly validated by experts in test development and the internal consistency reliability indices of the items estimated at 0.82 and 0.84 respectively using cronbach alpha method. The data collected were analyzed using coefficient of determination (R2) for research questions, while Linear Regression was used in testing the hypotheses at p<0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that there is a significant relationship between listening skill of counsellors and academic achievement motivation of secondary school students. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that counsellors should organize seminars on counsellors’ attitudinal skills on academic achievement motivation to help motivate secondary school students in schooling.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":"124 23","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139786173","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}

{"title":"Exploring The Effects of English as a Foreign Language on First Language Development of Young Children: The Case of Greece","authors":"Pieter Schalk Jansen","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n24475","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n24475","url":null,"abstract":"This study meticulously investigates the interplay between Early Second Language Acquisition (ESLA) and the potential emergence of first language disorders in the unique context of Greece. Embedded in the Complex Dynamic Systems Theory (CDST) paradigm, it aims to untangle existing ambiguities and explore implications for Greek society and education. Employing a Concurrent Mixed Methods Approach, the study attempts to unveil the intricate impacts of ESLA on First Language Development (FLD).Grounded in CDST's framework emphasizing linguistic system complexity, and interconnectedness, the research design employs a Descriptive Exploratory orientation through a Case Study Methodology. This facilitates comprehensive research into two cohorts of children aged four, representing monolingual Greek kindergartens (Cohort A) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL)-focused kindergartens (Cohort B).The research inquiries delve into multifaceted language development aspects amidst intricate linguistic dynamics. This involves nuanced analysis of potential performance disparities in the primary language pre- and post-interventions in early foreign language pedagogy, meticulous comparative assessment of both cohorts, and insightful exploration of EFL's implications on young children's nascent language development.Methodologically, data collection employs a language development assessment tool (Logometro®). The collection of both quantitative and qualitative data in this study is contingent upon the application of the Logometro® language assessment instrument. Thematic Analysis shapes the qualitative corpus, complemented by statistical analyses for quantitative data.Anticipated outcomes aim to enhance understanding among Greek educational authorities and the scientific community about intricate, adaptive ESLA impacts on FLD. Findings could influence enduring, impactful EFL policies shaped by Greek authorities. Overall, the research deepens comprehension of latent consequences tied to ESLA's effects on FLD, set within Greece’s intricate context. Nested within CDST's theoretical framework, the amalgamation of research methodology and insights provides a robust foundation for future inquiries and invaluable guidance for policymakers navigating English language education decisions among young learners.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":"112 24","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139786440","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}

{"title":"Teachers’ Job Satisfaction Indicators and Labour Turnover in Private Secondary Schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District Nigeria","authors":"Friday Uke Akam, Etieneabasi Peter Otu, Victor Edwin Abel, Victor Akpaiya Udom","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n21125","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n21125","url":null,"abstract":"This study sought to determine the extent to which teachers’ job satisfaction indicators influence labour turnover in private secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. In order to carry out this study objectively, four specific objectives, three research questions and four research hypotheses were postulated to guide the study. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised 2,585 teachers in all the 121 government approved private secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. Stratified random sampling technique was used in selecting a sample of 346 teachers. A questionnaire with 28 structured items designed by the researchers was used for data collection for this study. Cronbach’s Alpha Technique was used in determining the reliability of the instrument and a correlation coefficient of 0.85 was obtained. Means with standard deviation was used in answering the research questions. The t-test statistics was used in testing the null hypotheses 1,2 and 4 while Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used in testing hypotheses 3 respectively at .05 level significance. The findings of the study reveal that there is no significant difference between the mean responses of male and female teachers on the extent to which job security, compensation, organizational policy and job prospect influences labour turnover in private secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. Based on the findings, it is concluded that provisions of teachers’ job satisfaction indicators in private secondary schools would positively increase teachers’ satisfaction, reduce labour turnover, increase students and teachers’ performance, increase students’ population, promote the image of the school, increase profitability earning capacity and competitive ability. It is recommended among other things that proprietors and proprietresses in private secondary schools should provide teachers with job satisfaction indicators such as job security, compensation, organizational policy and job propect in order to reduce labour turnover.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":"8 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139847073","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}

{"title":"Developing Accounting Learning Devices for Higher Education Through Problem-Based Learning Approach","authors":"L. Turi, La Dunifa, Sriayu Pracita","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n12637","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n12637","url":null,"abstract":"This research aims to produce a valid design of accounting learning devices in form of lesson plans and student’ worksheets on recording material (general journals, ledgers, and trial balances). To achieve the goal, the Plomp Model research and development was applied. The model consists of 5 phases: initial investigation; designing; realization/construction; testing, evaluation, and revision. The research took place at Universitas Sembilanbelas November, Indonesia. The research subjects were students of the first-year of accounting study program, accounting lecturers, as well as learning devices documents. The data were collected through interviews, documentation, questionnaires, and observation. Data analysis was carried out descriptively-qualitatively. The research results showed: (1) the validation of the lesson plan designed was stated to be 83.98% with the category totally valid and feasible; (2) validation of the steps in accounting learning activities amounting to 81.85% with the category totally valid and suitable for use; (3) validation of student’ woksheets amounting to 85.31% with the category totally valid and suitable for use. It can be determined that the developed learning devices are feasible to apply. The implication of this research is that students become more active and effective because this accounting learning devices are more student-centered.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":" 28","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139621512","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}

{"title":"The Changing Role of Teachers and Teaching Styles in The Classroom of High Schools in Guyana Amidst the Pandemic","authors":"Riaz Zakeer Rupnarain","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n14558","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n14558","url":null,"abstract":"The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on academic growth has garnered attention in recent literature (Blainey & Hannay, 2021). While initial reports by Johnson et al. (2021) suggested significant negative effects, subsequent research has indicated a nuanced perspective, with a diminishing impact over time. This study investigates evolving teacher roles during the pandemic in Guyana's schools and their influence on student performance in the Caribbean Secondary Examination Certificate (CSEC) Examinations held annually in May/June. A comprehensive literature review contextualizes the study by highlighting pandemic-induced changes in the learning process and associated factors. This research integrates qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis by employing an exploratory sequential mixed-method approach (Creswell & Plano Clark, 2018). Initial findings underscore a pedagogical shift among teachers due to the pandemic. Outcomes vary based on available resources, particularly in the context of Guyana's schools. Notably, this research holds value for the Ministry of Education in formulating teacher and student development strategies, addressing competence and professionalism. Moreover, implications extend to the Cyril Potter College of Education, allowing the design of programs enhancing prospective teachers' preparedness for the evolving educational landscape.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":" 44","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139622286","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}

{"title":"Linkage and Advancement Services for Sustainable Digital Literacy Skills Among Undergraduates in Bayelsa State","authors":"Rita Seimogha Matthew–Odou, Igbogi Inatimi","doi":"10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n13844","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37745/ijeld.2013/vol12n13844","url":null,"abstract":"In the contemporary educational landscape, the integration of digital literacy skills stands as a pivotal determinant of academic success and professional preparedness. The study explored how the linkage and advancement services can sustain the acquisition of digital skills among undergraduates in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Two (2) research objectives were formulated to guide the study. The population of the study comprised of all principal officers of the ICT units, Linkage and Advancement units, and undergraduates from the seven tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State. A structured questionnaire was used to collect the quantitative data. Experts in Measurement and Evaluation and the field of Education will validate the instruments for data collection. The data gathered was analyzed using descriptive through Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 26. Findings revealed that the extent to which linkage and advancement services enhance sustainable digital literacy among undergraduates in Bayelsa State is low. It was recommended that the tertiary institution management ensure that Linkage and Advancement services are harnessed for sustainable improvement of digital literacy among undergraduates in Bayelsa State.","PeriodicalId":189190,"journal":{"name":"international journal of Education, Learning and Development","volume":" 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139623380","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}