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Effects of Problem Based Learning on Students’ Achievement and Attitude Towards Physics (Mechanics): The Case of Gilgel Beles College of Teachers Education
Issue:
Volume 8, Issue 3, June 2020
Pages:
71-81
Received:
8 June 2020
Accepted:
22 June 2020
Published:
28 July 2020
Abstract: Problem based learning as a preferred teaching method was tested and proved as stated in the result section of this research. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of problem-based learning (PBL) on students’ academic achievement and attitude towards Mechanics (Physics). The study was conducted at Gilgel Beles College of Teachers Education (GBCTE) on first year physics students. From 150 physics students 60 students were taken using systematic random sampling. In the study, data were obtained through, the use of pre-test post-test, experimental (N = 30) - control (N = 30) group model. Two types of instruments were used for measurement: achievement tests, and survey method using five Likert scale questionnaires to know students’ attitude towards mechanics and PBL. Pilot study was carried out on 15 students of the same background but not in the sample group to test the reliability of the questionnaire items and achievement test items. The calculated Cronbach alpha coefficient was 0.80 and 0.79, respectively. The data obtained from both groups were analyzed using SPSS window 16.0. Descriptive statistics mean and standard deviation were used to describe students’ achievement test scores and their questionnaire responses. Meanwhile, independent samples t-test was used to see significance difference between experimental and control group in academic achievement and attitude towards mechanics. The experimental group was taught mechanics using PBL while conventional teaching method was applied for control group. Frequency distribution was used to know students’ attitude towards PBL. Results in tables 5 and 8 indicated that implementing problem-based learning approach improved 8.76% of students’ academic achievement and 3.56% of attitude towards Mechanics. Students developed positive attitude towards problem-based learning, their academic achievement and attitude towards mechanics were positively correlated. At college level teachers are encouraged to implement problem-based learning method in teaching science concepts, especially physics.
Abstract: Problem based learning as a preferred teaching method was tested and proved as stated in the result section of this research. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of problem-based learning (PBL) on students’ academic achievement and attitude towards Mechanics (Physics). The study was conducted at Gilgel Beles College of Teachers...
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Research on Blended Learning Mode Based on the Course of Engine Principle
Fei Wu,
Man Hu,
Yunwu Li,
Jie Ji
Issue:
Volume 8, Issue 3, June 2020
Pages:
82-86
Received:
1 May 2020
Accepted:
4 June 2020
Published:
5 August 2020
Abstract: This article deals with the problem of low participation of students as well as their poor understanding in the course of “Engine Principle”. In this paper, the current situation and characteristics of the curriculum are analyzed. With the advantages of MOOC, the authors tend to explore blended learning model, which is composed of online knowledge obtaining and offline flipped class. The design and practice of the model is implemented in three aspects: teaching contents, class organization and assessment. We recorded teaching videos and related course materials based on knowledge points and uploaded them to the Mooc platform. Tests run through the whole training process in each stage in order to evaluate the effect of blended learning mode. This blended learning model has balanced traditional teaching and modern teaching advantage. Furthermore, the ability of students to put what they have learned into practice and the ability to innovate has been promoted. With the blended learning mode based on MOOC, it is a better way to solve the problems of low participation and poor understanding and application ability of students in the current teaching.
Abstract: This article deals with the problem of low participation of students as well as their poor understanding in the course of “Engine Principle”. In this paper, the current situation and characteristics of the curriculum are analyzed. With the advantages of MOOC, the authors tend to explore blended learning model, which is composed of online knowledge ...
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Assessment on the Implementation of Process Approach in Teaching Writing Skill: The Case of Preparatory Schools in Hadiya Zone
Tamirat Hailemariam,
Tsegaye Abie Gebeyehu
Issue:
Volume 8, Issue 3, June 2020
Pages:
87-93
Received:
16 June 2020
Accepted:
30 June 2020
Published:
5 August 2020
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to assess the implementation of process approach in writing skills in preparatory schools of Hadiya zone which is found in southern part of Ethiopia 230kms far away from Addis Ababa (the Capital). The subjects of the study were ten (10) English teachers and 500 students of the grade levels. Simple random sampling was used for students and purposive sampling was used for teachers. The data were collected through four instruments; namely written test, questionnaire, classroom observation and document analysis. The data were analyzed using Z score, achievement test score and descriptive statistics for the written test, simple descriptive statistics for close ended questionnaire and classroom observation and thematic and inductive analysis techniques for open ended questionnaire and document analysis. The findings of this study revealed that most of the teachers and students (80%) were not implementing process approach in writing skill due to shortage of time, lack of exposure, low background and lack of interest. Therefore, it was suggested that writing skills should be taught according to its principles in process approach at preparatory schools because they are facing many challenges at college courses, teachers should expose learners for different writing activities and the textbooks should be revisited in line with process approach in writing skills.
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to assess the implementation of process approach in writing skills in preparatory schools of Hadiya zone which is found in southern part of Ethiopia 230kms far away from Addis Ababa (the Capital). The subjects of the study were ten (10) English teachers and 500 students of the grade levels. Simple random sampling ...
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