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Report
Pedagogical Strategies for Enhancing Physics Education for Pre-Physical Therapy Students
Xin Du*
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
109-113
Received:
9 October 2024
Accepted:
30 October 2024
Published:
22 November 2024
Abstract: This study explores instructional strategies designed to improve engagement and learning outcomes in introductory physics courses for non-science majors, focusing on pre-physical therapy (pre-PT) students. Given that many of these students lack a robust mathematical background, the teaching approach aims to bridge this gap through structured problem-solving frameworks, hands-on activities, and contextual applications that link physics principles to health sciences. To address this, a teaching approach was developed over three years in two courses at Widener University in Pennsylvania: College Physics I (Mechanics and Heat) and College Physics II (Electricity and Magnetism). This approach combines structured problem-solving frameworks, real-world applications, hands-on activities, and active learning techniques. By emphasizing the relevance of physics concepts to health sciences, such as using examples from biomechanics and neuroelectric signaling, students are encouraged to connect theory with practical applications in their future careers. The structured problem-solving framework simplifies complex physics problems into manageable steps, fostering both computational and conceptual understanding. Interactive assignments and discussion threads further enhance engagement, while activities focused on scientific communication help students articulate complex ideas clearly. These methods helped students to approach physics as an interconnected field relevant to their future careers rather than isolated quantitative challenges. Assessments, including course evaluations and student feedback, indicate that this approach not only enhances conceptual understanding but also fosters scientific communication skills critical for healthcare professions. The findings contribute to a growing body of research suggesting that tailored physics curricula can significantly improve engagement and success among non-science majors pursuing professional healthcare pathways.
Abstract: This study explores instructional strategies designed to improve engagement and learning outcomes in introductory physics courses for non-science majors, focusing on pre-physical therapy (pre-PT) students. Given that many of these students lack a robust mathematical background, the teaching approach aims to bridge this gap through structured proble...
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Research Article
Job Satisfaction Among Teachers at Schools in Nepalese Context
Hiranya Lal Lamsal*,
Narayan Bhandari,
Shyam Neupane
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
114-129
Received:
10 October 2024
Accepted:
31 October 2024
Published:
26 November 2024
Abstract: Teachers have a pivotal role in building the future of any nation. Considering this fact, this study aims to examine and analyze the job satisfaction among teachers at community and institutional schools of Devdaha Municipality. The study had attempted to analyze the factors determining the job satisfaction of teachers. The data were collected through performing structured questionnaire survey as a data collection instrument. Job satisfaction among school teachers in Devdaha Municipality were measured with a 5-point Likert scale. Except the demographic variables of the respondents, choices of all items were based on five points. The collected data were analyzed using Microsoft excel, and SPSS statistical package. The reliability statistics, analysis of demographic profile, descriptive statistics, analysis of relationship between components of demographic profile and dependent variable were used to accomplish the objectives of the research. The study concludes that different factors like pay, supervision promotion, fringe benefits have effects on teacher's job satisfaction.
Abstract: Teachers have a pivotal role in building the future of any nation. Considering this fact, this study aims to examine and analyze the job satisfaction among teachers at community and institutional schools of Devdaha Municipality. The study had attempted to analyze the factors determining the job satisfaction of teachers. The data were collected thro...
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Research Article
The Harmonious Balance: Exploring the Impact of Music on Concentration and Academic Performance Among Cairo University Students
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
130-140
Received:
1 October 2024
Accepted:
22 October 2024
Published:
26 November 2024
Abstract: This study investigates the intricate relationship between music listening habits and the concentration and academic performance of Cairo University students. Building on established research, including the well-known "Mozart effect," we examine both the potential benefits and drawbacks of integrating music into study routines. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, we distributed quantitative surveys to 200 students and conducted qualitative interviews to gain deeper insights. The study focuses on key areas: frequency of music listening while studying, preferred genres, and perceptions of music's effects on focus, stress reduction, and overall academic performance. Our findings reveal that while certain genres, such as classical music, significantly enhance concentration and reduce anxiety, others may prove distracting, underscoring the importance of personal preferences in music selection. By correlating students’ perspectives with historical and contemporary research, this study elucidates how various music genres influence cognitive processes and learning outcomes. The results offer actionable strategies for both educators and students to optimize learning environments and enhance academic success, ultimately contributing to a better understanding of music's role in educational contexts. This research underscores the need for a tailored approach to music in study routines, advocating for informed choices that align with individual learning styles to foster a harmonious balance between music and academic performance.
Abstract: This study investigates the intricate relationship between music listening habits and the concentration and academic performance of Cairo University students. Building on established research, including the well-known "Mozart effect," we examine both the potential benefits and drawbacks of integrating music into study routines. Utilizing a mixed-me...
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Research Article
Parent-Child Communication Intentions and Adolescents’ Dating Behaviour in the Assin South District, Ghana
Anthony Edward Boakye*
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
141-156
Received:
10 October 2024
Accepted:
4 November 2024
Published:
29 November 2024
Abstract: Background: Most parents conceive that discussion sexual related matters are a bad practice and does not need to occur. This study investigates the parent-child communication intentions and adolescents’ dating behaviour in the Assin South District, Ghana. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive design was employed with 400 participants which comprised parents age 30-59 and older adolescents age 15-19 years. Data were analysed using frequency distribution, Pearson’s chi-squared test of independence and binary logistic regression. Results: Parent-child dyad communication easiness was statistically significant related to adolescents’ dating behaviour at p<0.05, (OR=2.504, 95%CI ([1.063-5.896]). Parent-child dyad do not discuss sexual health matters was statistically significant at P<0.05, (OR=0.429, 95%CI [0.187-0.985]). Parent-child dyad engage in talks for adolescents’ positive social conduct was statistically significant at P<0.05, (OR=0.211, 95%CI [0.046-0.972]). Parent-child dyad engage in communication for adolescents’ appropriate nurturing was also observed as statistically significant to adolescents’ dating behaviour at p<0.05, (OR=0.223, 95%CI [0.051-0.978]). Parent-child dyad engage in communication to share thoughts, feelings and ensure stable relations during adulthood among adolescents was also observed as statistically significant to adolescents’ dating behaviour at p<0.05, (OR=5.988, 95%CI [1.192-30.088]). Conclusion: Parents in Assin South District could guide adolescents to make informed decisions about dating if they (adolescents) choose to engage in or are already dating.
Abstract: Background: Most parents conceive that discussion sexual related matters are a bad practice and does not need to occur. This study investigates the parent-child communication intentions and adolescents’ dating behaviour in the Assin South District, Ghana. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive design was employed with 400 participants which compris...
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Research Article
Teachers’ Beliefs and Practices of Teaching Grammar Through Focus-on-Form and Context: The Case of EFL Teachers in Ethiopia Preparatory Schools
Tsegaye Mekasha Tadegew*
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
157-165
Received:
30 October 2024
Accepted:
14 November 2024
Published:
29 November 2024
Abstract: This inquiry rigorously examines the intricate interplay between Ethiopian preparatory EFL teachers’ epistemological beliefs and the pedagogical enactment of grammar instruction, emphasizing focus-on-form methodologies within contextualized teaching paradigms. This study’s paramount objective is to ascertain the degree of congruity between teachers’ theoretical orientations and their practical deployment in classroom settings, while discerning the ramifications for communicative competence within EFL contexts. To this end, two grade twelve English teachers at Mekprey Preparatory School were selected via purposive sampling, aligning participant expertise with the study’s nuanced focus. A qualitative research design, underscored by an exploratory framework, facilitated in-depth data collection through systematic classroom observations and semi-structured interviews, yielding a rich corpus of insights. Analytical procedures hinged on thematic analysis, rigorously delineating both latent and manifest patterns in the alignment—or lack thereof—between instructional beliefs and observed practices. Results illuminated a pronounced dissonance between teachers’ professed commitment to contextualized, communicative grammar pedagogy and their predominant focus on discrete grammatical features, ostensibly tailored to the exigencies of exam-centric instruction. This misalignment underscores the pervasive influence of examination imperatives, which appear to circumscribe the adoption of communicative methods. In response, the study advocates for targeted professional development initiatives that surmount the inherent challenges of embedding focus-on-form and contextualized instructional strategies in exam-driven settings. Furthermore, it calls for a recalibration of curricular frameworks to harmonize the dual imperatives of communicative competence and high-stakes testing, thereby fostering a more holistic and efficacy-driven approach to EFL grammar pedagogy.
Abstract: This inquiry rigorously examines the intricate interplay between Ethiopian preparatory EFL teachers’ epistemological beliefs and the pedagogical enactment of grammar instruction, emphasizing focus-on-form methodologies within contextualized teaching paradigms. This study’s paramount objective is to ascertain the degree of congruity between teachers...
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Research Article
The Influence of Professional Development of Teachers and Principals in the Implementation of Curriculum in Middle Education of Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia
Mandado Gizachew,
Solomon Areaya*
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
166-178
Received:
11 November 2024
Accepted:
22 November 2024
Published:
10 December 2024
Abstract: This study was intended to explore the influence PD of teachers and principals influence in the curriculum implementation of middle education. The study employed a qualitative methodology guided by the interpretive paradigm. Participants of the study were purposely selected four teachers and one school principal from three different schools and the total number of research participants was fifteen. Interview, focus group discussion and document analysis were used as data gathering tools. Findings of the study indicated that there was a difference between schools in the case of implementation and teachers involvement due to some exposers of PD and commitments of teachers. Problems observed in three schools analyzed indicated that trying to think the only way for professional development is CPD launched 20 years ago. It was indicated that current practice of professional development is not sufficient to improve practice of curriculum implementation even if there are some strong sides in the case of some teachers’ involvement. Some of the critical challenges which hindered the practice of PD were not applying strategies of PD that were planned in ESDP six and lack of curricular resources at school level in the case of new curriculum implementation. This has also led to problems of teachers’ professional competence and issues of PD of educators influence the practice of curriculum implementation. Finally, based on findings the ways to improve professional development of teachers and principals was forwarded.
Abstract: This study was intended to explore the influence PD of teachers and principals influence in the curriculum implementation of middle education. The study employed a qualitative methodology guided by the interpretive paradigm. Participants of the study were purposely selected four teachers and one school principal from three different schools and the...
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Research Article
The Design of Virtual Laboratory of Moleular Biology Based on Flash Technique─Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
Ma Shengjian*,
Huang Jialing,
He Jintu
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
179-184
Received:
17 November 2024
Accepted:
27 November 2024
Published:
12 December 2024
Abstract: With the development of information technology, virtual reality technology has been applied to every field of teaching. This paper showed the design process, design concept and content settings of the virtual experiment based on Flash technology, which used the agarose gel electrophoresis as an example, and illustrated the research and development of this kind of virtual laboratory was important to improve the quality of experimental teaching.
Abstract: With the development of information technology, virtual reality technology has been applied to every field of teaching. This paper showed the design process, design concept and content settings of the virtual experiment based on Flash technology, which used the agarose gel electrophoresis as an example, and illustrated the research and development ...
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