{"title":"Effect of Sequencing of Items and Test Anxiety on Students’ Academic Performance","authors":"Fataw Sule Akugri","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.004","url":null,"abstract":"The sequencing of items and test anxiety on students’ performance on multiple-choice tests was investigated. Data was collected from 105 students from the College of Education for the study. A quasi-experimental design was used and 50-test item questions were used for data collection. One-way repeated measures analysis of variance, independent t-test, and Two-way ANOVA were used. The results show that there was an effect of item sequencing on student performance. Moreover, test anxiety affected student performance. Furthermore, the result found that there was an interaction between the sequencing of items and test anxiety on student performance. The study, therefore, recommended that tutors in Colleges of Education should use Easy to Hard item order. The study further recommended that tutors should encourage students to develop appropriate learning habits that will minimize their anxiety when taking tests. Finally, the study recommended that Colleges should organize seminars for tutors on how to manage students’ anxiety. Scholars Middle East Publishers","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123531440","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":"Influence of Negotiation Conflict Management Strategy on Teachers’ Productivity in Secondary Schools in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya","authors":"V. Kariuki, S. Chumba, K. Wambua","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.003","url":null,"abstract":"Conflicts are a common phenomenon in any given organization including the school system where there is human interaction. There has been persistent public concern on declining teachers’ productivity in public secondary schools in Uasin Gishu County. This is partly attributable to conflicts. The aim of this paper was to determine the influence of negotiation conflict management strategy on teachers’ productivity in public secondary schools in Uasin-Gishu County, Kenya. The study adopted correlational research design and targeted 156 principals and 1783 teachers from 156 public secondary schools. Krejcie and Morgan sample size determination formula was used to attain a sample size of 427 respondents. The study employed purposive sampling, stratified and simple random sampling approaches. Data was collected using questionnaires. The study used mean, standard deviation, frequencies and percentages and Pearson Correlation Analysis to analyze data which was presented in tables. The study found out that there was a significant positive correlation between negotiation and teachers’ productivity (r = .525; p = .000) in secondary schools in Uasin-Gishu County. The paper concluded that there was a significant positive correlation between negotiation as a conflict management strategy and teachers’ productivity in secondary schools in Uasin-Gishu County showing that negotiation conflict management strategy positively enhances teachers’ productivity in secondary schools. The paper recommends that principals of secondary schools need to adopt conflict management approaches that strongly advocate for negotiation of all arising issues to ensure that compromise is easily reachable. This could be helpful in guiding management decisions and choices as to the most effective conflict management strategies to apply to resolve existing workplace conflicts.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133259432","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 Use of E-Learning Technologies as a Predictor of Students Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Port Harcourt and Obio-Akpor Lga, Rivers State","authors":"Wagbara Chinyere Dorathy, Adiela Uchechukwu Sambo","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.002","url":null,"abstract":"This study examined the use of e-learning technologies as predictors of students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Port Harcourt and Obio-Akpor LGA of Rivers State. The study was guided by three objectives, three research questions and hypotheses. The population of the study comprised of 14,769 academic staff and SS2 stydents of all the 37 public senior secondary schools in Port Harcourt and Obio-Akpor LGA of Rivers State. The sample size for this study was 1477 respondents, representing 10% of the entire population. The sampling technique was a proportionate stratified random sampling. The instruments were questionnaire and teacher made test, used for the study to generate date. The instruments were validated and it reliability were tested using Kuder Richardson method, which yielded coefficients of 0.84 and 0.82 for The Use of E-learning Technologies Scale (TUETS) and Teacher Made Test Scale (TMTS) respectively. The research questions were answered with the use of simple regression, while the hypotheses were tested with t-test associated with simple regression at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that the use of laptop and tablet computers predicts students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Rivers State to a low extent, while smartphone as e-learning technologies predicts students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Rivers State to a high extent. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that the government who are the owners of public secondary schools should ensure that all schools have functional laptop computer laboratories, accessible to both teachers and students with trained personnel to help them acquire relevant ICT skills that will aid teaching and learning process for improved academic performance of students. Also, parents should explore all positive means to provide smartphones, constant strong Wi-Fi connection, browsing data, constant power supply for students with strict monitoring by the school PTA to guide, orientate and control students on how they can use the smartphones available to them to their own advantage, as all of these will enhance effective academic learning activities with minimal distraction.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"99 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124973930","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":"Preparing to Revolutionize Education with the Multi-Model GenAI Tool Google Gemini? A Journey towards Effective Policy Making","authors":"Pethigamage Perera, M. Lankathilake","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i08.001","url":null,"abstract":"The integration of Generative AI (GenAI) in Education presents immense potential for reshaping learning experiences and empowering students and educators. However, harnessing this potential requires collective action and responsible decision- making to ensure the effective and ethical use of AI technologies. This paper presents a series of recommendations and proposals aimed at effectively integrating GenAI in the higher education sector, catering to the perspectives of government, AI developers, students, educators, universities, schools, and researchers. By exploring diverse viewpoints about ChatGPT and future Google Gemini, this research aims to create a comprehensive recommendation guiding regulatory measures that address challenges, ethical considerations, and best practices of GenAI integration. Through a holistic approach, researchers believe that policymakers can foster a transformative and ethical environment, leveraging the full potential of generative AI while safeguarding students' well-being and academic integrity.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"11 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127264807","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 Role of Passion in the Attainment of Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Public Secondary Schools in the South West and Littoral Regions of Cameroon","authors":"Nguma Gwendoline Bi, R. Shafack","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.005","url":null,"abstract":"Teachers’ job satisfaction has continued to be a call for concern in contemporary society and lack of passion is allege to be responsible for this situation. This study investigated the role of passion in the attainment of teachers’ job satisfaction. One research question guided the study. The correlational research design was used to determine the relationship between the two variables. The targeted population of the composed of 22,133 teachers and 904 principals from 904 schools. The sample constituted 379 respondents derived through the purposive and convenient sampling techniques. The instruments for data collection composed of structured questionnaire and an interview guide. Quantitative data were analyzed using the frequencies percentages mean and standard deviation while qualitative data were analyzed using the thematic analysis approach. Findings revealed that there exist a correlation between teachers’ passion and job satisfaction. Based on the findings, the study recommended that the government should promote teachers’ passion by adequately addressing teachers’ financial concerns because inadequate remuneration accounted for teacher’s inability to sustain their passion in teaching leading to low job satisfaction.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"251 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114246671","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":"Development of Powtoon-based Learning Video Media to Improve 7th Grade Students' Learning Outcomes on Environmental Pollution","authors":"Nur Aini Elfiyah, Y. Irhasyuarna, Y. Khairunnisa","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i06.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i06.002","url":null,"abstract":"Media applications that can overcome learning difficulties, one of which is by using powtoon-based learning videos. This study aims to: determine the validity of video media, the practicality of video media and the effectiveness of student learning outcomes after using Powtoon-based learning video media on Environmental Pollution material at SMPN 1 Daha Selatan. This study used the Research and Development method which was carried out at SMPN 1 Daha Selatan in class VII A with the ADDIE model which consisted of five steps namely Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation. ), and Evaluation (evaluation). Data collection techniques using questionnaires, pretest results, and posttest results. The research results obtained were: (1) The results of the expert validity of the animation learning media material obtained were 81.57% and the media expert validity was 85.14% or valid or usable but needed minor revisions as supporting media for science learning. (2) The results of the validator's response questionnaire were 75.83% and the students' response questionnaires were 94.22% or practical so that the media was very interesting to use as a supporting medium for learning science. (3) The results of the pretest and posttest percentages based on the normalized gain (N-gain) value of 0.92 are included in the high criteria so that the powtoon video learning media seen from the student learning outcomes test is effectively used and influences student learning outcomes at SMPN 1 Daha Selatan.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"19 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133639647","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}
Widya Lestari, Mella Mutika Sari, Maya Istyadji, F. Fahmi
{"title":"Analysis of Implementation of the Independent Curriculum in Science Learning at SMP Negeri 1 Tanah Grogot Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia","authors":"Widya Lestari, Mella Mutika Sari, Maya Istyadji, F. Fahmi","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i06.001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i06.001","url":null,"abstract":"Independent learning is a concept of learning that creates an atmosphere of free and independent learning for students. In addition, the independent curriculum also implements the development of soft skills and character through a project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students. One of the schools that implements the Independent Curriculum is SMP Negeri 1 Tanah Grogot. The purpose of this research is to 1)Describe the application of science learning using the Independent Curriculum at SMP Negeri 1 Tanah Grogot. (2) Describe students' responses to learning science. (3) Describe the factors that support science learning. (4) Describe the factors that hinder science learning. This type of research uses qualitative research with descriptive methods. Based on the research results, there were 3 strategies implemented at Tanah Grogot 1 Public Middle School, namely the Education Unit Operational Curriculum (KOSP), learning processes and tools in science subjects (Intracurricular), and the application of projects to strengthen Pancasila student profiles (p5). Internal supporting factors, namely the majority of young teachers who want to train themselves, master the use of information technology, as well as motivation within the teacher to be able to provide a fun learning experience for students. While the external supporting factors include the existence of independent training for teachers and the presence of fellow teachers, principals, and school supervisors who are members of the learning community. As for the inhibiting factors, namely the teacher still does not understand how to implement the Independent Curriculum in schools, especially the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project, the small number of teachers, as well as obstacles in adjusting teaching schedules and differences in the learning system between grade 7 using the Independent Curriculum and grades 8 and 9 which is still gradual.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132793979","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":"On the Research and Practice of Ideological and Political Teaching in Discrete Mathematics Course","authors":"Yongwei Yang","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.004","url":null,"abstract":"\"Curriculum Ideological and Political Education\" is put forward to change the situation that teachers pay attention to imparting professional knowledge and neglect guiding students' correct values, and it is an inevitable trend of contemporary education mode. In the process of teaching, we should thoroughly implement the \"course ideological and political education\" into the classroom teaching of discrete mathematics, and fully implement the requirements of \"three-round education\" under the guidance of the \"4-4-5\" ideological and political curriculum system with the aim of \"cultivating people by virtue\". We will continue to explore, practice, reform and innovate in teaching process, methods and strategies, teaching content, organizational process and evaluation mechanism to help students establish their ideals and beliefs.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"28 4 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133124381","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":"Resource Management Competencies Required by Business Education Graduates for Engagement in Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Delta State, Nigeria","authors":"C. O. Igberaharha, J. D. Utoware","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.003","url":null,"abstract":"The study examined resource management competencies required by Business Education graduates for engagement in small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in Delta State. Two research questions were answered while two null hypotheses were tested at a 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The population for the study consisted of 129 subjects comprising 95 final students of Business Education, Delta State University, Abraka, and 34 managers of registered SMEs in Ethiope East LGA of the state. Census sampling techniques were used to sample the entire population of 129 respondents. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire on the resources management competencies of graduates for engagement in SMEs. The instrument was validated by three experts. The Cronbach Alpha reliability method was used to ascertain the reliability of the instrument which yielded a Cronbach alpha coefficient of 0.83 for the entire research instrument. The data for the study were collected with the help of three research assistants. Out of the 129 copies of the questionnaire administered, 116 were retrieved and completely filled representing a 90.0% rate of return. Data collected were analyzed using means for answering the research questions. The null hypotheses were tested using t-test statistics. From the data collected and analyzed, the study identified: 11 financial resource management competencies and 18 human resource management competencies required by Business education graduates for engagement in small and medium-scale enterprises in Ethiope East LGA of Delta State. The results of the hypotheses tested showed no significant (p≤0.05) differences in the mean ratings of Business education students and managers of SMEs on financial resources management competencies whereas, there were significant (p≤0.05) differences in the mean ratings of respondents on human resource management competencies. Based on the findings, the study recommended among others, that the governments of Delta State should help package the identified resource management competencies into teachable programmes for training other University, Polytechnic, and College of Education graduates and retraining existing SME operators for economic success in the state.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"123 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134638174","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":"Deconstructing Kenya’s Education: A Historical Paradox and Complexities","authors":"Barasa Samson Omachar, R. Ngeno, Kegode George","doi":"10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/jaep.2023.v07i07.002","url":null,"abstract":"The education system in Kenya plays a crucial role in shaping the country's socio-economic development and human capital. This paper provides an overview of the education system in Kenya, highlighting its structure, key components, challenges, and recent reforms from a historical perspective. The education system consists of three levels namely primary, secondary, and tertiary education. Primary education is compulsory and caters to children aged 6 to 14 years, while secondary education is divided into two cycles: junior secondary (14 to 17 years) and senior secondary (18 to 19 years). Tertiary education includes universities, technical and vocational institutions, and middle-level colleges. In recent years, Kenya has implemented several reforms to address challenges facing education and enhance its quality and standards. Furthermore, the curriculum has undergone significant revisions to align with the changing needs of the job market and the global economy. Emphasis has been placed on STEM subjects namely Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, as well as technical and vocational education and training (TVET) to foster skills development and entrepreneurship. Despite these positive changes and several challenges, Kenya can continue to foster a well-educated populace capable of driving sustainable development and economic growth in the country.","PeriodicalId":434398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy","volume":"96 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115503453","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}