Our study aims to take a closer look at China's current information literacy(IL) program standards at secondary schools and to analyze their level of success and/or failures in a comparative way with those of the ...Our study aims to take a closer look at China's current information literacy(IL) program standards at secondary schools and to analyze their level of success and/or failures in a comparative way with those of the United States in terms of fulfilling their each other's mission-oriented mandates. Our research findings show that China's current IL standards of high schools contain a disproportionate emphasis on information technology(IT). Moreover, the stipulations of these IL standards are narrowly construed and without being solidly grounded on a broad and comprehensive educational perspective. We also suggest that there are two underlying causes for this set of unsound IL standards in China.Firstly, there is a lack of collaboration between two major competing forces engaged in the curricular development and research of IL in China: Those professionals in educational IT discipline vis-à-vis those in Library and Information Science. Secondly, library professionals have a very limited influence on major socio-cultural policies, even at their own institutions. As a result, this paper recommends the following three possible measures,which may help remedy this situation strategically: 1) Establishing a set of new IL curriculum standards based on an IL-centered educational perspective; 2) establishing a teacher-librarian's training program to promote school librarians' role in IL education; and 3) strengthening the research and development of an online IL education program and an accompanied evaluation mechanism.展开更多
To explore the impact of teacher training on the professional identity of primary and secondary school mental health teachers, this study conducted a half-month professional development training program to 54 primary ...To explore the impact of teacher training on the professional identity of primary and secondary school mental health teachers, this study conducted a half-month professional development training program to 54 primary and secondary school mental health teachers, and performed measurement on the professional identity of the teachers in the experimental group and the control group with “Teachers’ Professional Identity Questionnaire”. The result shows that after the training there is a significant improvement in the professional identity of the teachers in the experimental group, and the teachers’ scores on the four dimensions of profession identity: the sense of role, the professional behavioral tendency, the occupational values, and the sense of belonging, all increased significantly. This indicates that the curriculum intervention for the primary and secondary school mental health teachers could effectively improve the teachers’ professional identity.展开更多
This paper presents a comprehensive examination of the application of cross-cultural education strategies within international schools and their critical role in fostering students’global awareness.As international s...This paper presents a comprehensive examination of the application of cross-cultural education strategies within international schools and their critical role in fostering students’global awareness.As international schools serve as a melting pot of diverse cultures,the research delves into the importance of cross-cultural education in preparing students to become global citizens.The study outlines the theoretical underpinnings of cross-cultural education,emphasizing the need for an inclusive curriculum that addresses cultural sensitivity and promotes international perspectives.Successful case studies,such as interdisciplinary projects and Model United Nations activities,are analyzed to understand their impact on students’engagement and cross-cultural competencies.Challenges faced by schools,including resource limitations and cultural sensitivity,are discussed alongside potential solutions like enhanced teacher training and the use of technology.The paper also explores the assessment of students’global awareness and the future development of cross-cultural education,considering the influence of educational policies and technological advancements.The research concludes with policy implications and practical guidance for educators,advocating for a personalized approach to cross-cultural education that aligns with the needs of the globalized era.展开更多
Through a questionnaire survey of primary and secondary school teachers and Normal Students to carry out a statistical analysis of the data based on SPSS 17.0 statistical analysis software. So we draw primary and seco...Through a questionnaire survey of primary and secondary school teachers and Normal Students to carry out a statistical analysis of the data based on SPSS 17.0 statistical analysis software. So we draw primary and secondary school teachers and normal students to arrive at the current status quo of educational technology ability and analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the ability of its parts. Finally, we proposed new initiatives and methods of education and technical ability training.展开更多
文摘Our study aims to take a closer look at China's current information literacy(IL) program standards at secondary schools and to analyze their level of success and/or failures in a comparative way with those of the United States in terms of fulfilling their each other's mission-oriented mandates. Our research findings show that China's current IL standards of high schools contain a disproportionate emphasis on information technology(IT). Moreover, the stipulations of these IL standards are narrowly construed and without being solidly grounded on a broad and comprehensive educational perspective. We also suggest that there are two underlying causes for this set of unsound IL standards in China.Firstly, there is a lack of collaboration between two major competing forces engaged in the curricular development and research of IL in China: Those professionals in educational IT discipline vis-à-vis those in Library and Information Science. Secondly, library professionals have a very limited influence on major socio-cultural policies, even at their own institutions. As a result, this paper recommends the following three possible measures,which may help remedy this situation strategically: 1) Establishing a set of new IL curriculum standards based on an IL-centered educational perspective; 2) establishing a teacher-librarian's training program to promote school librarians' role in IL education; and 3) strengthening the research and development of an online IL education program and an accompanied evaluation mechanism.
文摘To explore the impact of teacher training on the professional identity of primary and secondary school mental health teachers, this study conducted a half-month professional development training program to 54 primary and secondary school mental health teachers, and performed measurement on the professional identity of the teachers in the experimental group and the control group with “Teachers’ Professional Identity Questionnaire”. The result shows that after the training there is a significant improvement in the professional identity of the teachers in the experimental group, and the teachers’ scores on the four dimensions of profession identity: the sense of role, the professional behavioral tendency, the occupational values, and the sense of belonging, all increased significantly. This indicates that the curriculum intervention for the primary and secondary school mental health teachers could effectively improve the teachers’ professional identity.
文摘This paper presents a comprehensive examination of the application of cross-cultural education strategies within international schools and their critical role in fostering students’global awareness.As international schools serve as a melting pot of diverse cultures,the research delves into the importance of cross-cultural education in preparing students to become global citizens.The study outlines the theoretical underpinnings of cross-cultural education,emphasizing the need for an inclusive curriculum that addresses cultural sensitivity and promotes international perspectives.Successful case studies,such as interdisciplinary projects and Model United Nations activities,are analyzed to understand their impact on students’engagement and cross-cultural competencies.Challenges faced by schools,including resource limitations and cultural sensitivity,are discussed alongside potential solutions like enhanced teacher training and the use of technology.The paper also explores the assessment of students’global awareness and the future development of cross-cultural education,considering the influence of educational policies and technological advancements.The research concludes with policy implications and practical guidance for educators,advocating for a personalized approach to cross-cultural education that aligns with the needs of the globalized era.
文摘Through a questionnaire survey of primary and secondary school teachers and Normal Students to carry out a statistical analysis of the data based on SPSS 17.0 statistical analysis software. So we draw primary and secondary school teachers and normal students to arrive at the current status quo of educational technology ability and analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the ability of its parts. Finally, we proposed new initiatives and methods of education and technical ability training.