Inheriting and promoting the excellent traditional Chinese culture should begin with the youth,as elementary school aesthetic education plays a crucial role in this process of cultural dissemination.At present,element...Inheriting and promoting the excellent traditional Chinese culture should begin with the youth,as elementary school aesthetic education plays a crucial role in this process of cultural dissemination.At present,elementary school aesthetic education mainly focuses on traditional fields such as art,music,dance,calligraphy,etc.,and there is still much room for innovation in communication carriers and paths.Based on this status quo,combining professional and regional advantages,this article proposes to take Qilu characteristic costume culture as a carrier to integrate the innovation of excellent traditional Chinese culture into elementary school aesthetic education.It aims to cultivate humanistic literacy and a sense of belonging in school-age children and establish cultural confidence.展开更多
Teachers voluntarily devote a lot of time to their vocational activates. This can lead to workaholism and may result in stress and job burnout. The main objective of the current study is to examine the relationship of...Teachers voluntarily devote a lot of time to their vocational activates. This can lead to workaholism and may result in stress and job burnout. The main objective of the current study is to examine the relationship of workaholism with stress and job burnout of elementary school teachers in Zahedan. This is a descriptive-correlational study. The sample includes 350 elementary school teachers in Zahedan whom are selected through applying stratified random sampling method and are examined using questionnaires on workaholism, occupational stress, and job burnout. To analyze the obtained data, correlation coefficient and simultaneous multiple regression analysis are applied using SPSS21. Teachers’ mean scores on workaholism, stress and job burnout are higher than the considered theoretical mean. Workaholism and its components (feeling of being driven to work, work involvement, and work enjoyment) are significantly and positively related to job burnout and occupational stress (p ). The results of simultaneous multiple regression analysis indicate that components of workaholism can predict teachers’ occupational stress and job burnout (p ). Considering the results, holding training courses for teachers to become familiar with the phenomena of workaholism, stress, and job burnout, individual and organizational outcomes, methods of dealing with them and managing them effectively is highly recommended.展开更多
The purpose of this study is to differentiate the gender into males and females based on prior research that children prefer different types of play depending on their gender,and to see what the relationship between t...The purpose of this study is to differentiate the gender into males and females based on prior research that children prefer different types of play depending on their gender,and to see what the relationship between their self-esteem and preferred types of play is.Random stratified method was used to collect study participants for this study.Elementary school students in Incheon Metropolitan City,Republic of Korea,were set up as a population,the city was divided into six areas in a similar area,and each school was numbered after identifying local elementary schools.A total of six schools were selected for each region by making random checks.A total of 18 classes were selected for each of the four,five,and six grades.A total of 450 questionnaires were distributed,but 381 of them were used for statistical analysis,except for 69 that were judged to have been poorly response.There were 215 male,166 female,151 in fourth grade,109 in fifth grade,and 121 in sixth grade.There are two questionnaires used in this study.First,to measure self-esteem,Rosengerg’s 10-item Self Esteem Scale was used to assess self-esteem.The scale,which provides a convenient measure of global attitudes about the self,has five negatively worded items and five positively worded items.This scale is one of the most widely used measures of self-esteem and has displayed good reliability and validity.Cronbach’s a showed 0.859.Second,to find out the preference for play types,we used those produced by Choi and Lee based on four types of play suggested by Roger Caillois.The questionnaire consists of four sub-variables:competition(Agon),chance(Alea),simulation(Mimicry)and vertigo(Ilinx).The Crombach’s a values are 0.705,0.694,0.786,and 0.722,respectively.The class teacher of the selected school was contacted and explained the purpose of the study and asked for consent.On the measurement date,we visited the class and conducted the measurement.Before measurement,we informed the purpose of the study again and asked for consent.The self-reported method was used to respond,and the measurement time was about 10 minutes.The responses were coded using the SPSS(win)15.0 program and frequency analysis was performed to characterize the data.The independent t-test was carried out to see if there was a difference between self-esteem and preferred types of play by gender.Correlation analysis was performed to see how self-esteem relates to the type of preferred play.All statistical significance levels are set as p<0.05.Children’s self-esteem does not differ depending on their gender.And it turned out that boys preferred competition,and girls preferred simulation,and chance and vertigo did not differ depending on gender.In male,a correlation between self-esteem and preference for play types has resulted in statistically significant correlation between self-esteem and competition,chance,and vertigo.In female,a correlation between self-esteem and preference for play types was performed in vertigo,where self-esteem was statistically significant.展开更多
This study aimed at developing the integrated character education model based on local wisdom in elementary schools in Bantul, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The method used was the model proposed by Borg and Gall. This resea...This study aimed at developing the integrated character education model based on local wisdom in elementary schools in Bantul, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The method used was the model proposed by Borg and Gall. This research has been in 7th step of 10 steps. The data were collected through Focused-Group Discussion (FGD), questionnaire distribution, and observation. The data were analysed qualitatively and quantitatively. The data then were validated by using content validation. Meanwhile, the qualitative data were validated through triangulation. The model consists of three main topics: (1) batik making on pottery piggie banks which integrates creativity, determination, and responsibility; (2) traditional song called "Cublak-cublak Suweng" integrating knowledge loving value, honesty, and responsibility; and (3) traditional game and song "Gundhul-gnndhul Pacul" integrating some values such as modesty, carefulness, and cooperation. This research needs to be continued to the next step, namely: field testing, finishing, deissemination, and implementation.展开更多
It is of benefit to the development of the elementary school quality-oriented mathematics education to deepen the elementary school mathematics classroom teaching reform and review the fruits of classroom teaching. In...It is of benefit to the development of the elementary school quality-oriented mathematics education to deepen the elementary school mathematics classroom teaching reform and review the fruits of classroom teaching. In this paper, the author, with his own teaching practice, has summarized and reviewed the fruits of elementary school classroom teaching reform in four respects: 1) "integration of theory with practice" should be highlighted in this reform; 2) the classroom teaching should focus on the improvement of students" "mathematical thinking ability";3) mathematics classroom teaching should conform to the reality of our daily life; and 4) mathematics classroom teaching should help the students to build the "mathematical model thinking".展开更多
In the context of continuous social progress, the forms of communication between people have become frequent and diverse, and good oral communication skills and standardized oral communication habits are especially im...In the context of continuous social progress, the forms of communication between people have become frequent and diverse, and good oral communication skills and standardized oral communication habits are especially important. Oral communication skills are not only an important reflection of one’s overall quality, but also concern one’s development and future. Teachers should seize this opportunity to provide targeted oral communication training to elementary school students, encourage them to express themselves and communicate with others actively, and develop their oral communication skills in the process.展开更多
Nowadays, more and more educators have affirmed that picture book plays an important significance in the development of children and thought that reading picture book is indispensable to the education of lower grades ...Nowadays, more and more educators have affirmed that picture book plays an important significance in the development of children and thought that reading picture book is indispensable to the education of lower grades of elementary school.However, the teaching of reading in English, most teachers have not realized the satisfactory teaching effect, it is necessary to analyze the theoretical basis of English picture book and its application in the teaching of English reading in lower grades of elementary school and dig its value.展开更多
The purpose of this study is to clarify the relationship between classroom climate and teachers’leadership through a comparison of Japanese and Chinese elementary school teachers.From this,exploring measures to impro...The purpose of this study is to clarify the relationship between classroom climate and teachers’leadership through a comparison of Japanese and Chinese elementary school teachers.From this,exploring measures to improve the classroom climate.By creating a positive classroom climate,aiming to create a class that is free from bullying,school refusal,and school violence.184 elementary school teachers in China and Japan were randomly selected as study participants to investigate the relationship between teachers’leadership and classroom climate.As the data analysis results,fostering Maintenance Behavior of teachers’leadership is effective in creating a positive classroom climate.The results showed that Large Performance Behavior and Large Maintenance Behavior of teachers’leadership PM-type leads to an improvement in the classroom climate.展开更多
The development of technology has driven human beings into a globalized world,which requires intercultural communication competence(ICC).As its affective aspect,the subject of intercultural sensitivity(IS)is being hea...The development of technology has driven human beings into a globalized world,which requires intercultural communication competence(ICC).As its affective aspect,the subject of intercultural sensitivity(IS)is being heatedly discussed nowadays.This study focuses on the importance of intercultural sensitivity(IS)among Chinese EFL teachers and attempts to explore their current level and the possible reasons for it.For this purpose,questionnaires were distributed to 29 Chinese elementary school English teachers,and the results from the questionnaire showed that the IS level of these teachers is satisfactory,scoring high in five dimensions:interaction engagement,respect for cultural differences,interaction confidence,interaction attentiveness,and interaction enjoyment.The follow-up interview suggested that the high IS level may be a result from intercultural communication training.Moreover,this research found that Chinese teachers were more engaged and enjoyed less in view of scarce opportunities for communication in authentic cross-cultural contexts.Several suggestions and implications for further research have also been included in this article.展开更多
EDITOR'S NOTE: "Left-behind children" are children who have one parent or both parents working in another city while the children stay in the village. These children usually live with either one of their parents, ...EDITOR'S NOTE: "Left-behind children" are children who have one parent or both parents working in another city while the children stay in the village. These children usually live with either one of their parents, relatives or family friends. Research shows that there are over 58 million left-behind children in China; 57.2 percent of them have one parent working in another city, 42,8 percent of the children have both parents working in another city,展开更多
This research explores the impact of family-school collaboration on elementary school physical education homework completion. The study investigates the role of cooperation between families and schools in enhancing th...This research explores the impact of family-school collaboration on elementary school physical education homework completion. The study investigates the role of cooperation between families and schools in enhancing the completion rates of physical education homework among elementary school students. Data analysis reveals that a higher degree of collaboration is associated with increased homework completion rates. Furthermore, active family involvement and support significantly contribute to higher completion rates. The study also highlights the creation of a positive learning environment through collaboration, reducing student anxiety, and boosting self-esteem. Theoretical implications emphasize the enrichment of family education and cooperation theories, while practical implications suggest policy guidance and improvements in educational practices. The study underscores the importance of family-school collaboration in supporting students’ physical education and holistic development.展开更多
This paper relates a study of language learning strategies used by Chinese elementary school students and discusses their relationship to the students' scores. The results of a students strategy inventory indicate...This paper relates a study of language learning strategies used by Chinese elementary school students and discusses their relationship to the students' scores. The results of a students strategy inventory indicate that (1) High-scoring students had a frequent use of the learning strategies, and there were striking differences between high-scoring and low-scoring students in their use of the cognitive strategies, affective strategies and social strategies. (2) Cognitive strategies and metacognitive strategies demonstrated significant correlation with the scores of high-scoring students while cognitive strategies and social strategies demonstrated significant correlation with the scores of low-scoring students. Finally, some practical suggestions are made for English teachers.展开更多
This study presents findings of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) investigations conducted in elementary schools' classrooms in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Average TVOC, CO2, O3, CO, and particle concentrati...This study presents findings of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) investigations conducted in elementary schools' classrooms in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Average TVOC, CO2, O3, CO, and particle concentrations measured in the classrooms were 815 pg / m^3, 1605 ppm, 0.05 ppm, 1.16 ppm, and 1730 μg/m^3, respectively. Whereas, local authority known as Dubai Municipality recommended 300 pg/m^3, 800 ppm, 0.06 ppm, 9 ppm, and 150-300 μg/m^3 for TVOC, CO2, O3, CO, and particle, respectively. Dubai Municipality recommended temperature and retative humidity (RH) levels of 22.5 ℃ to 25.5 ℃ and 30%-60%, respectively. Average temperature and RH levels measured in the classrooms were 24.5 ℃ and 40.4%, respectively. Average sound level in the classrooms was 24 dB greater than recommended sound level limit of 35 dB. Six (6) classrooms had average lux levels in the range of 400-800 lux. Two (2) classrooms had average lux levels in the range of 100 200 lux. The remaining classrooms had lux levels around the recommended 300 lux. High occupancy density was observed in majority of the studied classrooms. Observations during walkthroush investigations could展开更多
The aim of this paper is to explore perspectives on equity,quality,motivation,and resilience by focusing in depth on the perspectives of educators in one small,semi-rural school in Japan.The paper is intended to provi...The aim of this paper is to explore perspectives on equity,quality,motivation,and resilience by focusing in depth on the perspectives of educators in one small,semi-rural school in Japan.The paper is intended to provide rich,in-depth data and discussion as a way of providing insights from different perspectives into findings from large-scale international assessments.The two key questions addressed in the paper are,(1)How are equity and quality achieved and maintained in Japanese elementary schools?and(2)How are student motivation and resilience perceived and fostered in Japanese elementary schools?These questions are addressed through analysis of key official documents related to the questions,together with analysis of semi-structured interviews conducted with education professionals working in an elementary school.The paper will contribute to understanding the perspectives of teachers in a particular school context in Japan on the roles of state,teachers,and children themselves in the task of achieving and maintaining equity and quality in a high performing education system.展开更多
Word problems play a crucial role in mathematics education.However,the authenticity of word problems is quite controversial.In terms of the necessity of realistic considerations to be taken into account in the solutio...Word problems play a crucial role in mathematics education.However,the authenticity of word problems is quite controversial.In terms of the necessity of realistic considerations to be taken into account in the solution process,word problems have been classified into two categories:standard word problems(S-items)and problematic word problems(P-items).S-items refer to those problems involving the straightforward application of one or more arithmetical operations with the given numbers,whereas P-items call for the use of real-world knowledge and real-life experience in the problem-solving process.This study aims to explore how Chinese upper elementary school mathematics teachers think of the place and value of P-items in the elementary mathematics curriculum.展开更多
DISE learning model refers to the one which is dialogue-based using scientific approach containing edutainment element. DISE is the acronym of dialog, scientific, and edutainment. It is a learning model which is devel...DISE learning model refers to the one which is dialogue-based using scientific approach containing edutainment element. DISE is the acronym of dialog, scientific, and edutainment. It is a learning model which is developed for the fifth graders of elementary school particularly for teaching writing of personal recount. This article described DISE learning model from the theoretical basis, meaning, and syntax. DISE was the product of Research and Development design conducted in Banyumas Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia. DISE learning model can serve as a reference for elementary school teachers for teaching writing.展开更多
This thesis makes a discussion of the value of art museum education combined with elementary and junior high school education and explains its cooperation basis and activity manner. Meanwhile, it also gives suggestion...This thesis makes a discussion of the value of art museum education combined with elementary and junior high school education and explains its cooperation basis and activity manner. Meanwhile, it also gives suggestions related to art museum education combined with elementary and junior high school education in China.展开更多
Over the last ten years, English language teaching methodology has developed very rapidly and has been subject to changes and controversies. The methods and techniques share a common core and draw on what is of value ...Over the last ten years, English language teaching methodology has developed very rapidly and has been subject to changes and controversies. The methods and techniques share a common core and draw on what is of value both in traditional and in more recent展开更多
From September this year, trial editions of Sex Health Guidance for Senior Middle School Students, and Sex Health Guidance for Junior Middle School Students, will be used in several schools in Haidian District, Beijin...From September this year, trial editions of Sex Health Guidance for Senior Middle School Students, and Sex Health Guidance for Junior Middle School Students, will be used in several schools in Haidian District, Beijing. Haidian Education Commission has sent out notices to all middle schools in the district, including secondary specialized schools,展开更多
Many children with chronic diseases attend regular classes in public elementary schools,and their various needs are becoming a great challenge for the school and the educational system.Parents and teachers have the ca...Many children with chronic diseases attend regular classes in public elementary schools,and their various needs are becoming a great challenge for the school and the educational system.Parents and teachers have the care giving responsibility for these children,but they do not always have the support or the means to meet those needs.Therefore,the school faces significant difficulties in responding to the challenge of attending to students with chronic diseases.This study’s purpose is to assess,through an exploratory approach,the opinions of parents and teachers regarding what they consider to be the basic needs of the school to improve its response to the challenge of chronic diseases.Our methodology is qualitative,and we conducted interviews with 28 parents and teachers during the school year 2019-2020.We analyzed our data by applying the Thematic Content Analysis method.According to our findings,parents and teachers believe that if the teachers receive proper training on chronic diseases and specialists are integrated into schools,the response to the challenge will improve dramatically.展开更多
基金2022 Teacher Education Research of Taishan College“Research on the Integration Path of Traditional Culture and Elementary School Aesthetic Education Based on Qilu Traditional Characteristic Costumes”(JY-01-202224)。
文摘Inheriting and promoting the excellent traditional Chinese culture should begin with the youth,as elementary school aesthetic education plays a crucial role in this process of cultural dissemination.At present,elementary school aesthetic education mainly focuses on traditional fields such as art,music,dance,calligraphy,etc.,and there is still much room for innovation in communication carriers and paths.Based on this status quo,combining professional and regional advantages,this article proposes to take Qilu characteristic costume culture as a carrier to integrate the innovation of excellent traditional Chinese culture into elementary school aesthetic education.It aims to cultivate humanistic literacy and a sense of belonging in school-age children and establish cultural confidence.
文摘Teachers voluntarily devote a lot of time to their vocational activates. This can lead to workaholism and may result in stress and job burnout. The main objective of the current study is to examine the relationship of workaholism with stress and job burnout of elementary school teachers in Zahedan. This is a descriptive-correlational study. The sample includes 350 elementary school teachers in Zahedan whom are selected through applying stratified random sampling method and are examined using questionnaires on workaholism, occupational stress, and job burnout. To analyze the obtained data, correlation coefficient and simultaneous multiple regression analysis are applied using SPSS21. Teachers’ mean scores on workaholism, stress and job burnout are higher than the considered theoretical mean. Workaholism and its components (feeling of being driven to work, work involvement, and work enjoyment) are significantly and positively related to job burnout and occupational stress (p ). The results of simultaneous multiple regression analysis indicate that components of workaholism can predict teachers’ occupational stress and job burnout (p ). Considering the results, holding training courses for teachers to become familiar with the phenomena of workaholism, stress, and job burnout, individual and organizational outcomes, methods of dealing with them and managing them effectively is highly recommended.
文摘The purpose of this study is to differentiate the gender into males and females based on prior research that children prefer different types of play depending on their gender,and to see what the relationship between their self-esteem and preferred types of play is.Random stratified method was used to collect study participants for this study.Elementary school students in Incheon Metropolitan City,Republic of Korea,were set up as a population,the city was divided into six areas in a similar area,and each school was numbered after identifying local elementary schools.A total of six schools were selected for each region by making random checks.A total of 18 classes were selected for each of the four,five,and six grades.A total of 450 questionnaires were distributed,but 381 of them were used for statistical analysis,except for 69 that were judged to have been poorly response.There were 215 male,166 female,151 in fourth grade,109 in fifth grade,and 121 in sixth grade.There are two questionnaires used in this study.First,to measure self-esteem,Rosengerg’s 10-item Self Esteem Scale was used to assess self-esteem.The scale,which provides a convenient measure of global attitudes about the self,has five negatively worded items and five positively worded items.This scale is one of the most widely used measures of self-esteem and has displayed good reliability and validity.Cronbach’s a showed 0.859.Second,to find out the preference for play types,we used those produced by Choi and Lee based on four types of play suggested by Roger Caillois.The questionnaire consists of four sub-variables:competition(Agon),chance(Alea),simulation(Mimicry)and vertigo(Ilinx).The Crombach’s a values are 0.705,0.694,0.786,and 0.722,respectively.The class teacher of the selected school was contacted and explained the purpose of the study and asked for consent.On the measurement date,we visited the class and conducted the measurement.Before measurement,we informed the purpose of the study again and asked for consent.The self-reported method was used to respond,and the measurement time was about 10 minutes.The responses were coded using the SPSS(win)15.0 program and frequency analysis was performed to characterize the data.The independent t-test was carried out to see if there was a difference between self-esteem and preferred types of play by gender.Correlation analysis was performed to see how self-esteem relates to the type of preferred play.All statistical significance levels are set as p<0.05.Children’s self-esteem does not differ depending on their gender.And it turned out that boys preferred competition,and girls preferred simulation,and chance and vertigo did not differ depending on gender.In male,a correlation between self-esteem and preference for play types has resulted in statistically significant correlation between self-esteem and competition,chance,and vertigo.In female,a correlation between self-esteem and preference for play types was performed in vertigo,where self-esteem was statistically significant.
文摘This study aimed at developing the integrated character education model based on local wisdom in elementary schools in Bantul, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The method used was the model proposed by Borg and Gall. This research has been in 7th step of 10 steps. The data were collected through Focused-Group Discussion (FGD), questionnaire distribution, and observation. The data were analysed qualitatively and quantitatively. The data then were validated by using content validation. Meanwhile, the qualitative data were validated through triangulation. The model consists of three main topics: (1) batik making on pottery piggie banks which integrates creativity, determination, and responsibility; (2) traditional song called "Cublak-cublak Suweng" integrating knowledge loving value, honesty, and responsibility; and (3) traditional game and song "Gundhul-gnndhul Pacul" integrating some values such as modesty, carefulness, and cooperation. This research needs to be continued to the next step, namely: field testing, finishing, deissemination, and implementation.
文摘It is of benefit to the development of the elementary school quality-oriented mathematics education to deepen the elementary school mathematics classroom teaching reform and review the fruits of classroom teaching. In this paper, the author, with his own teaching practice, has summarized and reviewed the fruits of elementary school classroom teaching reform in four respects: 1) "integration of theory with practice" should be highlighted in this reform; 2) the classroom teaching should focus on the improvement of students" "mathematical thinking ability";3) mathematics classroom teaching should conform to the reality of our daily life; and 4) mathematics classroom teaching should help the students to build the "mathematical model thinking".
文摘In the context of continuous social progress, the forms of communication between people have become frequent and diverse, and good oral communication skills and standardized oral communication habits are especially important. Oral communication skills are not only an important reflection of one’s overall quality, but also concern one’s development and future. Teachers should seize this opportunity to provide targeted oral communication training to elementary school students, encourage them to express themselves and communicate with others actively, and develop their oral communication skills in the process.
文摘Nowadays, more and more educators have affirmed that picture book plays an important significance in the development of children and thought that reading picture book is indispensable to the education of lower grades of elementary school.However, the teaching of reading in English, most teachers have not realized the satisfactory teaching effect, it is necessary to analyze the theoretical basis of English picture book and its application in the teaching of English reading in lower grades of elementary school and dig its value.
文摘The purpose of this study is to clarify the relationship between classroom climate and teachers’leadership through a comparison of Japanese and Chinese elementary school teachers.From this,exploring measures to improve the classroom climate.By creating a positive classroom climate,aiming to create a class that is free from bullying,school refusal,and school violence.184 elementary school teachers in China and Japan were randomly selected as study participants to investigate the relationship between teachers’leadership and classroom climate.As the data analysis results,fostering Maintenance Behavior of teachers’leadership is effective in creating a positive classroom climate.The results showed that Large Performance Behavior and Large Maintenance Behavior of teachers’leadership PM-type leads to an improvement in the classroom climate.
文摘The development of technology has driven human beings into a globalized world,which requires intercultural communication competence(ICC).As its affective aspect,the subject of intercultural sensitivity(IS)is being heatedly discussed nowadays.This study focuses on the importance of intercultural sensitivity(IS)among Chinese EFL teachers and attempts to explore their current level and the possible reasons for it.For this purpose,questionnaires were distributed to 29 Chinese elementary school English teachers,and the results from the questionnaire showed that the IS level of these teachers is satisfactory,scoring high in five dimensions:interaction engagement,respect for cultural differences,interaction confidence,interaction attentiveness,and interaction enjoyment.The follow-up interview suggested that the high IS level may be a result from intercultural communication training.Moreover,this research found that Chinese teachers were more engaged and enjoyed less in view of scarce opportunities for communication in authentic cross-cultural contexts.Several suggestions and implications for further research have also been included in this article.
文摘EDITOR'S NOTE: "Left-behind children" are children who have one parent or both parents working in another city while the children stay in the village. These children usually live with either one of their parents, relatives or family friends. Research shows that there are over 58 million left-behind children in China; 57.2 percent of them have one parent working in another city, 42,8 percent of the children have both parents working in another city,
文摘This research explores the impact of family-school collaboration on elementary school physical education homework completion. The study investigates the role of cooperation between families and schools in enhancing the completion rates of physical education homework among elementary school students. Data analysis reveals that a higher degree of collaboration is associated with increased homework completion rates. Furthermore, active family involvement and support significantly contribute to higher completion rates. The study also highlights the creation of a positive learning environment through collaboration, reducing student anxiety, and boosting self-esteem. Theoretical implications emphasize the enrichment of family education and cooperation theories, while practical implications suggest policy guidance and improvements in educational practices. The study underscores the importance of family-school collaboration in supporting students’ physical education and holistic development.
文摘This paper relates a study of language learning strategies used by Chinese elementary school students and discusses their relationship to the students' scores. The results of a students strategy inventory indicate that (1) High-scoring students had a frequent use of the learning strategies, and there were striking differences between high-scoring and low-scoring students in their use of the cognitive strategies, affective strategies and social strategies. (2) Cognitive strategies and metacognitive strategies demonstrated significant correlation with the scores of high-scoring students while cognitive strategies and social strategies demonstrated significant correlation with the scores of low-scoring students. Finally, some practical suggestions are made for English teachers.
文摘This study presents findings of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) investigations conducted in elementary schools' classrooms in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Average TVOC, CO2, O3, CO, and particle concentrations measured in the classrooms were 815 pg / m^3, 1605 ppm, 0.05 ppm, 1.16 ppm, and 1730 μg/m^3, respectively. Whereas, local authority known as Dubai Municipality recommended 300 pg/m^3, 800 ppm, 0.06 ppm, 9 ppm, and 150-300 μg/m^3 for TVOC, CO2, O3, CO, and particle, respectively. Dubai Municipality recommended temperature and retative humidity (RH) levels of 22.5 ℃ to 25.5 ℃ and 30%-60%, respectively. Average temperature and RH levels measured in the classrooms were 24.5 ℃ and 40.4%, respectively. Average sound level in the classrooms was 24 dB greater than recommended sound level limit of 35 dB. Six (6) classrooms had average lux levels in the range of 400-800 lux. Two (2) classrooms had average lux levels in the range of 100 200 lux. The remaining classrooms had lux levels around the recommended 300 lux. High occupancy density was observed in majority of the studied classrooms. Observations during walkthroush investigations could
文摘The aim of this paper is to explore perspectives on equity,quality,motivation,and resilience by focusing in depth on the perspectives of educators in one small,semi-rural school in Japan.The paper is intended to provide rich,in-depth data and discussion as a way of providing insights from different perspectives into findings from large-scale international assessments.The two key questions addressed in the paper are,(1)How are equity and quality achieved and maintained in Japanese elementary schools?and(2)How are student motivation and resilience perceived and fostered in Japanese elementary schools?These questions are addressed through analysis of key official documents related to the questions,together with analysis of semi-structured interviews conducted with education professionals working in an elementary school.The paper will contribute to understanding the perspectives of teachers in a particular school context in Japan on the roles of state,teachers,and children themselves in the task of achieving and maintaining equity and quality in a high performing education system.
基金This research was supported by Grant GOA 2006/01“Developing adaptive expertise in mathematics education”from the Research Fund of the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven,Belgium.
文摘Word problems play a crucial role in mathematics education.However,the authenticity of word problems is quite controversial.In terms of the necessity of realistic considerations to be taken into account in the solution process,word problems have been classified into two categories:standard word problems(S-items)and problematic word problems(P-items).S-items refer to those problems involving the straightforward application of one or more arithmetical operations with the given numbers,whereas P-items call for the use of real-world knowledge and real-life experience in the problem-solving process.This study aims to explore how Chinese upper elementary school mathematics teachers think of the place and value of P-items in the elementary mathematics curriculum.
文摘DISE learning model refers to the one which is dialogue-based using scientific approach containing edutainment element. DISE is the acronym of dialog, scientific, and edutainment. It is a learning model which is developed for the fifth graders of elementary school particularly for teaching writing of personal recount. This article described DISE learning model from the theoretical basis, meaning, and syntax. DISE was the product of Research and Development design conducted in Banyumas Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia. DISE learning model can serve as a reference for elementary school teachers for teaching writing.
文摘This thesis makes a discussion of the value of art museum education combined with elementary and junior high school education and explains its cooperation basis and activity manner. Meanwhile, it also gives suggestions related to art museum education combined with elementary and junior high school education in China.
文摘Over the last ten years, English language teaching methodology has developed very rapidly and has been subject to changes and controversies. The methods and techniques share a common core and draw on what is of value both in traditional and in more recent
文摘From September this year, trial editions of Sex Health Guidance for Senior Middle School Students, and Sex Health Guidance for Junior Middle School Students, will be used in several schools in Haidian District, Beijing. Haidian Education Commission has sent out notices to all middle schools in the district, including secondary specialized schools,
文摘Many children with chronic diseases attend regular classes in public elementary schools,and their various needs are becoming a great challenge for the school and the educational system.Parents and teachers have the care giving responsibility for these children,but they do not always have the support or the means to meet those needs.Therefore,the school faces significant difficulties in responding to the challenge of attending to students with chronic diseases.This study’s purpose is to assess,through an exploratory approach,the opinions of parents and teachers regarding what they consider to be the basic needs of the school to improve its response to the challenge of chronic diseases.Our methodology is qualitative,and we conducted interviews with 28 parents and teachers during the school year 2019-2020.We analyzed our data by applying the Thematic Content Analysis method.According to our findings,parents and teachers believe that if the teachers receive proper training on chronic diseases and specialists are integrated into schools,the response to the challenge will improve dramatically.