This document summarizes a study on the comparative academic performance of male and female students in technical-related courses at a Nigerian university. The study found that female students generally outperformed male students, with more females achieving first class honors and receiving academic awards. Intelligence quotient, attention to detail, course satisfaction, and learning environment were among the top factors found to influence academic performance. The study developed a model to improve male student performance, identifying factors such as providing basic study materials, improving the learning environment, developing intelligence, simplifying complex curriculums, and avoiding emotional disturbances.
Assessment Of The Admission Criteria That Predict Students’ Academic Performa...journal ijrtem
ABSTRACT: Prior to this era, individual universities in Nigeria conducted concessional examinations for the selection of their prospective students. Other compulsory condition was the possession of five credit passes in the relevant subjects in the ordinary level certificate. The other mode of entry was the direct admission of students into the direct second year level of candidates who possessed either the national diploma certificate or the general certificate of education at the advanced level in the relevant papers. Problem arose, where students had multiple admissions in several universities and those who could not afford to write admission examinations to multiple institutions and the not too brilliant students were deprived the opportunity of admission into the very limited Universities. These reasons caused the Federal Government of Nigeria to establish the Joint admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in 1978. Today, studies showed that JAMB and WAEC alone can no more ascertain the best crop of students for admission as there are exam syndicates everywhere in the country to ensure that their candidates/customers make all their papers in one sitting consequently pass their JAMB and get admission as well. This research is therefore proffering an alternative admission paradigm that will go beyond considering only test scores for admission, but will consider aggregate academic records of the prospective students before admission is offered or denied. This alternative method can be actually using Artificial Neural Network techniques. Keywords: Admission, Artificial Neural Network, Academic Performance, Prediction, Undergraduates, decision support system, etc.
Technological Factors Affecting Computer Aided Learning Among Students Attend...AJHSSR Journal
Computer Assisted Learning (CAL) is a method of acquiring knowledge using electronic media which is gained using electronic media which is gaining recognition among students. This requires access to computers and considerable awareness on information technology. Previous empirical studies have underscored the important roles of instructional materials in the classroom studies. The objective of this study was to determine technological factors affecting computer aided learning programs among students attending Kenya Medical Training College, Nairobi campus. This study was an analytical study, the target population was 4,490 KMTC Nairobi Campus students. The study utilized structured questionnaires for 263 respondents, analysis was done through SPSS, Ms Excel and Ms Word software’s with univariate
Study Habit in Remote Learning Education: A Basis for Teachers Modern Pedagog...IJAEMSJORNAL
According to the study of Korir, D. and Kipkemboi F. (2014), School as a second home has a solid relationship to the academic performance of the students. However, because of the pandemic, home seems to become the second School of the students, affecting their study habits. Thus, this study was conducted to determine the factors that affect the students' study habits at the tertiary level using remote learning mode of education. The study used a descriptive-quantitative research design, and a self-made questionnaire is a primary tool in gathering data. Simple statistical tools were used to interpret the data. A total of 375 students from Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology – San Isidro Campus, San Isidro Nueva Ecija, Philippines 3106 are the study respondents. The results show that students used their free time to study, and most of them use 2 hours and above to study, which shows why most students are able to cope with the current education model. It also shows that the students' environment dramatically affects the study habits of the students, thus, another reason why most students are struggling to survive in their online/remote learning mode of education.
This paper reveals the result of 322 distance learners’ perception towards e-learning program
conducted by UiTM. Generally the respondents rated above average for all aspects of distance
learning program irrespective of gender, program of studies, income and occupation. Students’
gender also did not show any difference in their perception. Similarly, semester of studies too, did
not indicate any significant difference except their perception towards lecturer. However
students’ semester of studies showed significant difference towards lecturer, module and
physical. Gender, income and semester of studies did not show any relationship to students’
perception towards all aspects of distance learning program. However students’ program of
studies showed significant relationship towards their perceptions of the program. Students’ CGPA
showed negative relationship with all aspects of distance learning program.
Assessment Of The Admission Criteria That Predict Students’ Academic Performa...journal ijrtem
ABSTRACT: Prior to this era, individual universities in Nigeria conducted concessional examinations for the selection of their prospective students. Other compulsory condition was the possession of five credit passes in the relevant subjects in the ordinary level certificate. The other mode of entry was the direct admission of students into the direct second year level of candidates who possessed either the national diploma certificate or the general certificate of education at the advanced level in the relevant papers. Problem arose, where students had multiple admissions in several universities and those who could not afford to write admission examinations to multiple institutions and the not too brilliant students were deprived the opportunity of admission into the very limited Universities. These reasons caused the Federal Government of Nigeria to establish the Joint admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in 1978. Today, studies showed that JAMB and WAEC alone can no more ascertain the best crop of students for admission as there are exam syndicates everywhere in the country to ensure that their candidates/customers make all their papers in one sitting consequently pass their JAMB and get admission as well. This research is therefore proffering an alternative admission paradigm that will go beyond considering only test scores for admission, but will consider aggregate academic records of the prospective students before admission is offered or denied. This alternative method can be actually using Artificial Neural Network techniques. Keywords: Admission, Artificial Neural Network, Academic Performance, Prediction, Undergraduates, decision support system, etc.
Technological Factors Affecting Computer Aided Learning Among Students Attend...AJHSSR Journal
Computer Assisted Learning (CAL) is a method of acquiring knowledge using electronic media which is gained using electronic media which is gaining recognition among students. This requires access to computers and considerable awareness on information technology. Previous empirical studies have underscored the important roles of instructional materials in the classroom studies. The objective of this study was to determine technological factors affecting computer aided learning programs among students attending Kenya Medical Training College, Nairobi campus. This study was an analytical study, the target population was 4,490 KMTC Nairobi Campus students. The study utilized structured questionnaires for 263 respondents, analysis was done through SPSS, Ms Excel and Ms Word software’s with univariate
Study Habit in Remote Learning Education: A Basis for Teachers Modern Pedagog...IJAEMSJORNAL
According to the study of Korir, D. and Kipkemboi F. (2014), School as a second home has a solid relationship to the academic performance of the students. However, because of the pandemic, home seems to become the second School of the students, affecting their study habits. Thus, this study was conducted to determine the factors that affect the students' study habits at the tertiary level using remote learning mode of education. The study used a descriptive-quantitative research design, and a self-made questionnaire is a primary tool in gathering data. Simple statistical tools were used to interpret the data. A total of 375 students from Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology – San Isidro Campus, San Isidro Nueva Ecija, Philippines 3106 are the study respondents. The results show that students used their free time to study, and most of them use 2 hours and above to study, which shows why most students are able to cope with the current education model. It also shows that the students' environment dramatically affects the study habits of the students, thus, another reason why most students are struggling to survive in their online/remote learning mode of education.
This paper reveals the result of 322 distance learners’ perception towards e-learning program
conducted by UiTM. Generally the respondents rated above average for all aspects of distance
learning program irrespective of gender, program of studies, income and occupation. Students’
gender also did not show any difference in their perception. Similarly, semester of studies too, did
not indicate any significant difference except their perception towards lecturer. However
students’ semester of studies showed significant difference towards lecturer, module and
physical. Gender, income and semester of studies did not show any relationship to students’
perception towards all aspects of distance learning program. However students’ program of
studies showed significant relationship towards their perceptions of the program. Students’ CGPA
showed negative relationship with all aspects of distance learning program.
A Comparison of Student Achievement & Retention in an Introductory Math Coursetcc07
Powerpoint presentation for TCC 07 poster session: A Comparison of Student Achievement & Retention in an Introductory Math Course Delivered in Online, Face-to-Face and Blended Modalities
How Do Teachers Perceive Modern InstructionUwes Chaeruman
Modern instruction in today’s era is actually about the appropriate integration of technology in teaching and learning. It is very important to promote 21st-century skills of students. Therefore, teachers should be able to use technology appropriately to improve the opportunity of students to learn and at the same time to develop their 21st-century skills. The questionis thatdo in-serviceteachers have a correct perceptionabout modern teaching? This research was aimed at investigating how in-service teachers perceive modern instruction. An online survey was delivered to 2.773 in-service and 410 pre-service teachers who were following the Teacher Professional Education (TPEs) program in Indonesia. It consists of four different illustrative cases. Illustrative case 1 until 3, show appropriate modern instruction, while illustrative case 4 shows an inappropriate one. Respondent was asked to pick one or more cases they perceived as appropriate modern instruction. Survey results showed that 62% in-service teachers perceived case 1, 2, and 3 as appropriate modern instruction, 38 % in-service teachers can not distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate modern instruction, and 4% in-service teachers perceived case 4 as appropriate modern instruction. It can be concluded that in-service teachers need to be equipped with the competency to integrate technology in instruction in teaching and learning appropriately. The main goal of TPEs is to promote teachers' competency in applying modern instruction. Therefore, it is highly recommended that TPEs need to redesign the curriculum and instructional strategies to address it.
Graduate students' attitude towards e learning a study case at imam universityDr. Ahmed Farag
In the past few years, a new wave of many technologies, particularly the Internet has emerged with the potential to further enhance the teaching and learning environment in higher education. Many studies in the recent years have shown that E-learning use in the classrooms has increased over the past years. However, the process of E-learning and its applications is limited in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Through this empirical study, a limited research was initiated to track the perceptions of the students toward the E-learning. The results indicate an overall positive attitude towards the E-learning
STUDENTS E-READINESS IN INSTITUTIONS OF THE ROYAL COMMISSION IN JUBAILijait
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) provide a rich integrated educational environment, which capable of changing the lives of students. The purpose of this research paper is to investigating ereadiness of the students in the affiliate Institutions of the Royal Commission in Jubail, and whether their experience in using ICTs influences their judgement towards ICTs, and whether their judgement and experience toward ICTs influence their use of ICTs or not. Survey methodology is facilitated through the use of the questionnaires. Survey domain is a random sampling of studentsin Institutions of the Royal Commission of Jubail. With a 95% confidence level of a possible sample frame of 669, the study sampled 1032 respondents (15%). Results showed that students’judgement towards ICTs is highly positive, which reflect their e-readiness and willingness to use ICTs, but the analysis showed that the experience with ICTs did not significantly predict students’judgement about ICTs use. It was discovered that the following set of ICTs requires the most attention in the future adoption planning by the Royal Commission for its three affiliate Higher education institutions (HEIs): “Blackboard”, “smart devices”, “e-bulletin boards”, and “e-materials”. This set of ICTs receives the least scores of use and experience responses from study participants.The result of this study provides valuable insights into students’ e-readiness. This information may be used to develop and support factors that enhance strategies for adopting ICTs by students.
This tracer study determined the employment status
of BS Computer Science
Graduates of LPU from 2004-2009. It also assessed t
he relevance of BSCS curricula,
knowledge, skills and work values acquired by the g
raduates relevant to their
employment; identify the personal and professional
characteristics and job placement
of Computer Science graduates and the school relate
d factors associated with their
employment. The findings of the study served as the
basis of the researcher to
improve, update or enhance the curricula of BSCS pr
ogram to make this more
responsive to the needs of fast changing technology
.
There were 85 percent of the surveyed respondents w
ho were gainfully employed;
majority have professional, technical and superviso
ry position, landed on their first
job related to their course completed, obtained the
ir first jobs in less than 1 year;
stayed in their first job more than 1 year, career
challenge, salaries and benefits are
the prime reasons for changing the job and lack of
work experience is the number 1
problem they encountered when looking for a job.
Information Technology and communication skills dev
eloped by LPU were
considered very much useful to the present work of
the respondents. Work related
values like love for God, supportiveness, courage,
tolerance and perseverance were
also deemed very much useful to the present employm
ent of the respondents. The
proposed program of the study focused on academic d
evelopment, employment
opportunity and enhancing leadership capability of
Computer Science graduates.
It is strongly recommended that the graduating stud
ents before graduation must be
given ample time to experience pre – employment exa
minations and interviews.
Faculty development trainings must be given to the
faculty members teaching
professional subjects. As to general Education Subj
ects, Mathematics and Language
subjects must also be strengthened. All Offices and
Departments must continue to
improve their services towards the attainment of ma
ximum customer satisfaction.
Ziyanak, sebahattin the effectiveness of survey instruments nfaerj v29 n3 2016William Kritsonis
This article examines how sociological imagination of the individuals living in southeastern Turkey is constructed through Movie, The Bliss. Traditional and modern forms of life are symbolically constructed in this movie. The framework of “honor killing,” “masculinity in southeastern Turkey," “cultural deficiency,” and “othering” will be analyzed to explicate how stereotypical southeastern characters are reproduced. Content analysis technique is applied to interpret apparent and latent contents, contexts, aspects and so forth. Developed categories are revisited through Ibn Khaldun's Typology, cultural deficiency theory, Tonnies’ theory, Durkheim’s view on society, and Goffman’s framing process.
William Allan Kritsonis, PhD - Editor-in-Chief, NATIONAL FORUM JOURNALS (Established 1982)
The Importance of Distance Education for Adult Students in Uzbekistanijtsrd
In this article, we review the results of a study aimed at comparing the shortcomings and achievements of distance learning in technical higher education institutions, a survey of older students on the experience. The survey was conducted using a 10 question questionnaire via telegram messenger. Rakhimov Kholmurot Abdullayevich "The Importance of Distance Education for Adult Students in Uzbekistan" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Special Issue | Modern Trends in Scientific Research and Development, Case of Asia , October 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd37940.pdf Paper Url :https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/37940/the-importance-of-distance-education-for-adult-students-in-uzbekistan/rakhimov-kholmurot-abdullayevich
A Comparison of Student Achievement & Retention in an Introductory Math Coursetcc07
Powerpoint presentation for TCC 07 poster session: A Comparison of Student Achievement & Retention in an Introductory Math Course Delivered in Online, Face-to-Face and Blended Modalities
How Do Teachers Perceive Modern InstructionUwes Chaeruman
Modern instruction in today’s era is actually about the appropriate integration of technology in teaching and learning. It is very important to promote 21st-century skills of students. Therefore, teachers should be able to use technology appropriately to improve the opportunity of students to learn and at the same time to develop their 21st-century skills. The questionis thatdo in-serviceteachers have a correct perceptionabout modern teaching? This research was aimed at investigating how in-service teachers perceive modern instruction. An online survey was delivered to 2.773 in-service and 410 pre-service teachers who were following the Teacher Professional Education (TPEs) program in Indonesia. It consists of four different illustrative cases. Illustrative case 1 until 3, show appropriate modern instruction, while illustrative case 4 shows an inappropriate one. Respondent was asked to pick one or more cases they perceived as appropriate modern instruction. Survey results showed that 62% in-service teachers perceived case 1, 2, and 3 as appropriate modern instruction, 38 % in-service teachers can not distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate modern instruction, and 4% in-service teachers perceived case 4 as appropriate modern instruction. It can be concluded that in-service teachers need to be equipped with the competency to integrate technology in instruction in teaching and learning appropriately. The main goal of TPEs is to promote teachers' competency in applying modern instruction. Therefore, it is highly recommended that TPEs need to redesign the curriculum and instructional strategies to address it.
Graduate students' attitude towards e learning a study case at imam universityDr. Ahmed Farag
In the past few years, a new wave of many technologies, particularly the Internet has emerged with the potential to further enhance the teaching and learning environment in higher education. Many studies in the recent years have shown that E-learning use in the classrooms has increased over the past years. However, the process of E-learning and its applications is limited in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Through this empirical study, a limited research was initiated to track the perceptions of the students toward the E-learning. The results indicate an overall positive attitude towards the E-learning
STUDENTS E-READINESS IN INSTITUTIONS OF THE ROYAL COMMISSION IN JUBAILijait
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) provide a rich integrated educational environment, which capable of changing the lives of students. The purpose of this research paper is to investigating ereadiness of the students in the affiliate Institutions of the Royal Commission in Jubail, and whether their experience in using ICTs influences their judgement towards ICTs, and whether their judgement and experience toward ICTs influence their use of ICTs or not. Survey methodology is facilitated through the use of the questionnaires. Survey domain is a random sampling of studentsin Institutions of the Royal Commission of Jubail. With a 95% confidence level of a possible sample frame of 669, the study sampled 1032 respondents (15%). Results showed that students’judgement towards ICTs is highly positive, which reflect their e-readiness and willingness to use ICTs, but the analysis showed that the experience with ICTs did not significantly predict students’judgement about ICTs use. It was discovered that the following set of ICTs requires the most attention in the future adoption planning by the Royal Commission for its three affiliate Higher education institutions (HEIs): “Blackboard”, “smart devices”, “e-bulletin boards”, and “e-materials”. This set of ICTs receives the least scores of use and experience responses from study participants.The result of this study provides valuable insights into students’ e-readiness. This information may be used to develop and support factors that enhance strategies for adopting ICTs by students.
This tracer study determined the employment status
of BS Computer Science
Graduates of LPU from 2004-2009. It also assessed t
he relevance of BSCS curricula,
knowledge, skills and work values acquired by the g
raduates relevant to their
employment; identify the personal and professional
characteristics and job placement
of Computer Science graduates and the school relate
d factors associated with their
employment. The findings of the study served as the
basis of the researcher to
improve, update or enhance the curricula of BSCS pr
ogram to make this more
responsive to the needs of fast changing technology
.
There were 85 percent of the surveyed respondents w
ho were gainfully employed;
majority have professional, technical and superviso
ry position, landed on their first
job related to their course completed, obtained the
ir first jobs in less than 1 year;
stayed in their first job more than 1 year, career
challenge, salaries and benefits are
the prime reasons for changing the job and lack of
work experience is the number 1
problem they encountered when looking for a job.
Information Technology and communication skills dev
eloped by LPU were
considered very much useful to the present work of
the respondents. Work related
values like love for God, supportiveness, courage,
tolerance and perseverance were
also deemed very much useful to the present employm
ent of the respondents. The
proposed program of the study focused on academic d
evelopment, employment
opportunity and enhancing leadership capability of
Computer Science graduates.
It is strongly recommended that the graduating stud
ents before graduation must be
given ample time to experience pre – employment exa
minations and interviews.
Faculty development trainings must be given to the
faculty members teaching
professional subjects. As to general Education Subj
ects, Mathematics and Language
subjects must also be strengthened. All Offices and
Departments must continue to
improve their services towards the attainment of ma
ximum customer satisfaction.
Ziyanak, sebahattin the effectiveness of survey instruments nfaerj v29 n3 2016William Kritsonis
This article examines how sociological imagination of the individuals living in southeastern Turkey is constructed through Movie, The Bliss. Traditional and modern forms of life are symbolically constructed in this movie. The framework of “honor killing,” “masculinity in southeastern Turkey," “cultural deficiency,” and “othering” will be analyzed to explicate how stereotypical southeastern characters are reproduced. Content analysis technique is applied to interpret apparent and latent contents, contexts, aspects and so forth. Developed categories are revisited through Ibn Khaldun's Typology, cultural deficiency theory, Tonnies’ theory, Durkheim’s view on society, and Goffman’s framing process.
William Allan Kritsonis, PhD - Editor-in-Chief, NATIONAL FORUM JOURNALS (Established 1982)
The Importance of Distance Education for Adult Students in Uzbekistanijtsrd
In this article, we review the results of a study aimed at comparing the shortcomings and achievements of distance learning in technical higher education institutions, a survey of older students on the experience. The survey was conducted using a 10 question questionnaire via telegram messenger. Rakhimov Kholmurot Abdullayevich "The Importance of Distance Education for Adult Students in Uzbekistan" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Special Issue | Modern Trends in Scientific Research and Development, Case of Asia , October 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd37940.pdf Paper Url :https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/37940/the-importance-of-distance-education-for-adult-students-in-uzbekistan/rakhimov-kholmurot-abdullayevich
This presentation from 1More Headphones gives us a look at the history of the headphone, from its beginnings in 1919 to the stylistic and comfortable models that convenience our lives today.
Self Efficacy and Motivation as Determinants of Students’ Performance.pdfAndrewUMOAbasi
This paper aimed at providing empirical evidence on the important of self efficacy as a determinant of student's academic success as informed by their performance in school subjects specially, science base subject.
WHY DO LEARNERS CHOOSE ONLINE LEARNING THE LEARNERS’ VOI.docxmansonagnus
WHY DO LEARNERS CHOOSE ONLINE LEARNING:
THE LEARNERS’ VOICES
Hale Ilgaz and Yasemin Gulbahar
Ankara University, Distance Education Center, 06830 Golbasi, Ankara, Turkey
ABSTRACT
Offering many advantages to adult learners, e-Learning is now being recognized - and preferred - by more and more
people, resulting in an increased number of distance learners in recent years. Numerous research studies focus on learner
preferences for online learning, with most converging around the individual characteristics and differences, if not the
features of the technology and pedagogy used. For Turkey, the situation is also similar, with the number of adult learners
who prefer online learning increasing each year due to several reasons. The result of this is an increase in the number of
online programs offered by many universities. Hence, this research study has been conducted to reveal the prevailing
factors causing learners to choose online learning. Through this qualitative research regarding online learners in a state
university, it is found that having a full time job, accessibility and flexibility, individual responsibility, effective time
management, physical distance, institutional prestige, disability are the common factors for under graduate and graduate
learners in their preference for online learning. Awareness of these factors can support the stakeholders while designing
e-Learning from both technological and pedagogical points of view.
KEYWORDS
Online learning, preferences, expectations
1. INTRODUCTION
Offering many advantages to adult learners, e-Learning is now being recognized - and preferred - by more
and more people, resulting in an increased number of distance learners in recent years. Emphasizing that
distance education has a bright and promising future, Zawacki-Richter and Naidu (2016) stress that, “In fact,
there has never been a better time to be in the field of open, flexible, distance and online education than
now!” (p. 20).
The commonly discussed factors that make online learning attractive for adults are: independence from
time and place; accessibility, and; economic reasons. With the MOOC movement, extremely high quality
online courses are now being delivered to learners by many well-known universities. Moreover, many
universities are either providing online programs or courses as a support to traditional instruction, in the form
of blended learning, flipped classes, etc. Indeed, there are almost no universities left who don’t benefit from
these advantages of technology usage and its support in teaching-learning processes.
A variety of reasons might account for these learning preferences. Çağlar and Turgut (2014) attempted to
identify the effective factors for the e-learning preferences of university students; they concluded that,
“Efficient usage of time and reduced educational expenses were found to be on top of the list as the most
valued advantages of e-learning” (p. 46). ...
PREDICTING ACADEMIC MAJOR OF STUDENTS USING BAYESIAN NETWORKS TO THE CASE OF ...ijcax
In this study, which took place current year in the city of Maragheh in IRAN. Number of high school students in the fields of study: mathematics, Experimental Sciences, humanities, vocational, business and science were studied and compared. The purpose of this research is to predict the academic major of high school students using Bayesian networks. The effective factors have been used in academic major selection
for the first time as an effective indicator of Bayesian networks. Evaluation of Impacts of indicators on each other, discretization data and processing them was performed by GeNIe. The proper course would be advised for students to continue their education.
PREDICTING ACADEMIC MAJOR OF STUDENTS USING BAYESIAN NETWORKS TO THE CASE OF ...ijcax
In this study, which took place current year in the city of Maragheh in IRAN. Number of high school
students in the fields of study: mathematics, Experimental Sciences, humanities, vocational, business and
science were studied and compared. The purpose of this research is to predict the academic major of high
school students using Bayesian networks. The effective factors have been used in academic major selection
for the first time as an effective indicator of Bayesian networks. Evaluation of Impacts of indicators on
each other, discretization data and processing them was performed by GeNIe. The proper course would be
advised for students to continue their education.
PREDICTING ACADEMIC MAJOR OF STUDENTS USING BAYESIAN NETWORKS TO THE CASE OF ...ijcax
In this study, which took place current year in the city of Maragheh in IRAN. Number of high school students in the fields of study: mathematics, Experimental Sciences, humanities, vocational, business and
science were studied and compared. The purpose of this research is to predict the academic major of high school students using Bayesian networks. The effective factors have been used in academic major selection for the first time as an effective indicator of Bayesian networks. Evaluation of Impacts of indicators on each other, discretization data and processing them was performed by GeNIe. The proper course would be
advised for students to continue their education.
PREDICTING ACADEMIC MAJOR OF STUDENTS USING BAYESIAN NETWORKS TO THE CASE OF ...ijcax
In this study, which took place current year in the city of Maragheh in IRAN. Number of high school students in the fields of study: mathematics, Experimental Sciences, humanities, vocational, business and science were studied and compared. The purpose of this research is to predict the academic major of high school students using Bayesian networks. The effective factors have been used in academic major selection for the first time as an effective indicator of Bayesian networks. Evaluation of Impacts of indicators on each other, discretization data and processing them was performed by GeNIe. The proper course would be advised for students to continue their education.
A Longitudinal Study of Undergraduate Performance in Mathematics, an Applicat...iosrjce
Students’ performance in mathematics has been an issue of great concern to most countries,
especially the developing nations. So many programmes have been put in place to improve performances and to
also encourage student to study the course in tertiary institution. In this study we investigate the relationship of
semester, department of a student, age and load unit on marginal mathematics performance o f undergraduate
students. A marginal model was formulated using four working correlation structure where the exchangeable
working correlation structure was selected as the best that models the dataset using quasi information criteria.
The semester, age and load unit were found to be related to the marginal performance in mathematics
THE USE OF COMPUTER-BASED LEARNING ASSESSMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL COURSES: A STR...IAEME Publication
Background/Objectives: While the increase in classroom technology, it is necessary to examine how assessment is administered through technology. The purpose of this study is to understand how students and faculty are perceived and examine the effectiveness of the computer-based assessment in professional education courses (Educational Technology) at Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College, Iloilo, Philippines. Methods: The research design utilized in this study is mixed-method research. A computer-based assessment was utilized to assess students' performance in educational technology. This instrument was validated, and pilot tested to establish reliability. Each campus of NIPSC selected ten students of 70 as respondents during Academic Year 2016-2017. Frequency count, mean, standard deviation, and Wilcoxon signed-rank test were statistical tools used for data analyses. Findings: The study's finding showed a high score of students in the posttest ensured better performance of the students in educational technology. The increase in the posttest per performance level of the students was due to an accurate measure of what they have learned in educational technology. The majority of students users agreed that online assessment was fasters than the paper and pencil form. Also, users agreed that online assessment is contemporary and more systematic. They also stated that online assessment is consistent with the teaching style, but they are less anxious. Furthermore, according to faculty and students, ninety percent (90%) believed that computer-based assessment accurately measures what they are teaching and what they learned in school, respectively. Novelty: With the current situation that the education system is in new normal, computer-based learning is important in flexible learning. And assessment using technology is a great help to both faculty and students. Thus, state universities and colleges (SUCs) should adopt this innovation to help teaching and learning.
Ziyanak, sebahattin the effectiveness of survey instruments nfaerj v29 n3 2016William Kritsonis
William Allan Kritsonis, Editor-in-Chief, NATIONAL FORUM JOURNALS (Founded 1982). Dr. William Allan Kritsonis, Distinguished Alumnus, Central Washington University, College of Education and Professional Studies, Ellensburg, Washington; Invited Guest Lecturer, Oxford Round Table, University of Oxford, United Kingdom; Hall of Honor, Prairie View A&M University/Member of the Texas A&M University System. Professor of Educational Leadership, The University of Texas of the Permian Basin.
Ziyanak, sebahattin the effectiveness of survey instruments nfaerj v29 n3 2016William Kritsonis
Dr. Sebahattin Ziyanaki is Assistant Professor of Sociology at The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. Dr. Ziyanak has established a reputation as a researcher and professor. Published by NATIONAL FORUM JOURNALS. - National FORUM of Applied Educational Research Journal. Dr. William Allan Kritsonis is Editor-in-Chief (Since 1982). See: www.nationalforum.com
A Comparative Study to Assess the Satisfaction of Online vs Offline Classes a...ijtsrd
Background After Covid 19 Pandemic all Educational institutions face challenges in fulfilling their goals and Objective. Online learning is learning where students can access any information like audio, video, graphics, and pictures etc. through mobile or computer through the internet. In offline class, students will study in a disciplined manner. The classroom provides a space where learning can take place uninterrupted by outside distraction Aim The aim of the study to assess the satisfaction level of online classes vs offline classes among school children. Subjects and Design The Quantitative research approach was adopted for this study and descriptive research design used. Population of the study was school children who was presenting in kondencheri village and koyambedu. The sample size of the study comprises of 100 students. The purposive sampling technique was used. Statistical Analysis The Structured interview questionnaire used to assess the demographic variables and to assess the satisfaction level of online class vs offline classes. Results The calculated paired ‘t’ test value of t = 16.971 was found to be statistically significant at p 0.001 level which clearly infers that there was significant difference in the level of satisfaction among school children. Conclusion The present study assessed the satisfaction of online vs offline classes among school children. The study revealed that the satisfaction level of the school children was good towards offline classes than the online classes. Mrs. Karpagam. K | Ms. Sivasankari. S | Ms. Ramya Bharathy. K "A Comparative Study to Assess the Satisfaction of Online vs Offline Classes among School Children" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-7 | Issue-5 , October 2023, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd59963.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/nursing/59963/a-comparative-study-to-assess-the-satisfaction-of-online-vs-offline-classes-among-school-children/mrs-karpagam-k
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1. GENDER-BASED COMPETITIVE PERFORMANCE IN BUILT
ENVIRONMENT TECHNICAL RELATED COURSES IN A TERTIARY
INSTITUTIONː COVENANT UNIVERSITY CASE STUDY
Lekan Amusan1
, P. Tunji-Olayeni1
, Adedeji Afolabi1
, Raphael Ojelabi1
, Dele
Owolabi1
, Albert Adeboye2
1
Building Technology Department School of Environmental Sciences College of Science and
Technology, Covenant University (NIGERIA)
2
Architecture Department School of Environmental Sciences College of Science and
Technology, Covenant University (NIGERIA)
Abstract
Technical Education in recent times has witnessed high patronage in term of subscription from male
and female candidates; this is against the school of thought that believes that technical-based
disciplines are cut out for men. However in recent times, female candidates seem to be outperforming
their male counterpart breaking the norms which tends to have defied reasonable logic. It is against
this background that this study carried out comparative analysis of academic performances of male
and female students studying technical-based disciplines in selected tertiary institution. Covenant
University in Nigeria was chosen as a location of the study. Random sampling method was used in
the study, with a sample of 80 students. A structured questionnaire in Likert scale was administered
on student of technical based discipline, Eighty (80) questionnaires was administered on the students
to harvest their perspective. The responses were further collated, analyzed with SPSS software,
processed with Mean Item Score method and presented in tables and charts.
Some factors were identified as being responsible for the trend, which includes: Age diference,
emotional maturity, intelligence quotient, educational background, external interference, famiy
problem, teachers challenge, complex curriculum, psychological problem, family problem, mode of
subject delivery, attention to detail among others. Model was presented of an ideal metrics that
influences higher performance of female students over their counterpart and what could be done to
improve performance of all gender components.
Keywords: Gender, Compare, Performance, Discipline.
1 INTRODUCTION
Technical-based discipline and vocations have of recent times witnessed influx of both gender
elements of the society. The technical-based vocation therefore in the past was predominantly
dominated by male which poses a great challenge to the female folks. According to [1] and [2], a
cross sectional survey of the technical based disciplines such as Civil engineering, Mechanical
engineering, Electrical engineering, Building, estate management, Architecture, Quantity surveying
among others reveals gender disparity with male students taking the lead. It was discovered that
female students often subscribe more for service-based and courses. However, in a study carried out
by [2], it was pointed out, that, there was undoubtedly institutional, psychological as well as
organizational barrier which tend to hinder technical performance of female students in the technical
based courses.
In time past, males are often favored in admission opportunities into technical-based studies when
compared to their male counterpart. [1] illustrated a model accounting for female low preference in
studying technical-based courses, the model suggest biological difference between male and female
genetic made up that programmed male for technological related works, also, female tends to have
less affinity for heavy, dirty and strenuous jobs among other things. However, in recent times the
enrolment of females students for technological related courses and works has risen. [3] and [4]
posited that, enrolment of female on technological related courses has increased over that past
decades, also, it was in their opinion there has been attitudinal change on part of females toward
technical vocations thereby breaking the jinx. It has been observed that women are now competing
favorably with their male counterpart in technical disciplines and excelling. It against this background
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2. that this study attempt at carrying out comparative analysis of academic performance of gender
elements in tertiary institutions.
2 UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPT OF LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Learning environment is an important aspect of knowledge acquisition. The environment makes a lot
of diference at defining the pattern and extent of knowledge impartation. There are different types of
learning environment: the natural learning environment, virtual learning environment and E-learning
environment [9]
A. Natural Learning Environments
Natural environment refers to traditional family setting where a child is born, child learns in this
situation by proxy, a child is tutored by parents and kindred. In natural learning environments (NLE)
opportunities are created for children development, they are train as part of daily living, child and
family routines, family rituals, family culture and community celebrations and traditions" [5]. NLE are
critical for the growth and development of all children. Knowledge acquisition in learning environment
is important in shaping life of a child even beyond parental training.
B. Virtual Learning Environments
Virtual learning environment could be described as class without boundary, it afford distant knowledge
communication. A virtual learning environment (VLE), or learning platform, is an e-learning education
that is web based. It uses the system of information technology to connect teacher and students
together. In this context the user(students) are allowed to access into repository containing
assignment, group works, homework, grades, assessments, and other external resources. Compared
to the natural environment,Virtual learning environments are the basic components of contemporary
distance learning, but can also be integrated with a physical learning environment which may be
referred to as blended learning, or automated learning.[10], [1]/
3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
a) Sampling Method: Samples are picked at random using Random sampling method with a
sample of 80 students. The sampling was done from population frame of students offering
technical-based courses.
b) Sample size: Sample size of 80 students of technical based courses and programme was
adopted in the study
c) Data Collection Instrument: A structured questionnaire in Likert scale was administered on
student of technical based discipline, Eighty (40) questionnaires was administered on the
students to harvest their perspective. The responses were further collated, analyzed with SPSS
software, processed with Mean Item Score method and presented in tables and charts.
d) Methods of Data Analysis: Mean item scores was used in processing the summarized
questionaire. Simple percentages was used to present percentage composition of student
performance, number of male and female graduating from programmes and percentage of male
and female over the period of three years winning award in the technical related programmes.
Also, academic performance index factor was processed with mean item scores. Data were
presented in tables and other modes. A scale 1 to 5 was adopted for questionare calibration,
with 1 representing “strongly disagree (SD)” 2 – being disagree (D) 3 – being neither agree nor
disagree (N), 5- being strongly agree (SA).
Agreement index of the respondents was generated using the relation M.A.I = 5S.A + 4A + 3S.D + 2D
+ 1N/5(S.A+ A+S.D+D+N)
( )
AijN
Aij
IAM
∑
∑
=
1
.. where M.A.I = Mean Agreement Index A=
Agreement variable i = Lower boundary, j = Upper boundary
N = Frequency of Variable Σ = Summation Notation.
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3. 4 SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF THE STUDY
The study and the data used are limited to the frequency of student that graduated from the program
with respect to their number, awards won and performance.
5 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
In this section results of the analysis is presented in tables. The following measured variables are
analyzed and commented; Technical discipline enrolment and gender distribution over 3years,
performance distribution of students based on gender component, Pattern of gender distribution
among award receipient, factors contributing to students Academic performance and Improving
students academic performance in technical disciplines.
Table 1. Technical discipline enrolment and gender distribution over 3years,
S/N Discipline Average Male Frequency Female Frequency
1 Building Technology 21 7
2 Civil Engineering 35 20
3 Mechanical Engineering 15 24
4 Electrical Engineering 28 24
5 Computer Science 22 10
6 Architecture 20 23
7 Estate Management 23 28
8 Mathematics 8 18
Students enrolment and gender distribution over a period of 3years was presented in Table 1 above.
There are more male enrolled in the program than male, 172 male students registered and graduated
from various technical based programs, while 154 female students enrolled and graduated from the
program. This trend shows female closely competing with their male counterparts in technical based
programs.
Table 2. Performance Distribution of Students Based on Gender Compone
SN Performance Cadre
Gender Frequency
Total
Male Female
First Class Honour Division 20 39 59
Second Class Upper Division 94 137 231
Second Class Lower Division 120 96 216
Third Class Division 140 82 220
Performance distribution of student based on their gender composition is presented in Table 2, the
performance is classified based on class honour dichotomy; the First class honour Division, Second
class honour division and Third class honor division. The distribution reveals that there are more
female in First Class Honour than male, 39 females belong to Firs class division, while 20 male
students are in First class division. Similarly, 137 females are in Second Class Upper Division while 94
males are in Second Class Division. This indicates that more females are in Upper categories of
performance; this implies that females are somehow better off in the technical-based programs in term
of performance. However, more male could be found in the second class lower and third class
categories respectively.
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4. Table 3. Pattern of Gender Distribution Among Special Award Recipient.
S/N Category of Award Average Male (Freq) Female(Freq)
Best in the University 0 1
Best in the Colleges 1 1
Best in the Department 4 18
Best Students in the Programmes 8 25
Special prices and Endowment 36 41
In a bid to situate properly the pattern of gender distribution among award recipient in Covenant
University in order to establish the gender component on the leading edge, statistics was presented of
the distribution of awards and endowment over a period of 3 years. It was discovered as presented In
Table 3 that, average of 86 female students received one award or the other over a period of three
year, while 49 male student did, which is indeed low when compared to the number of female award
recipient. This statistics reveals female performing better than their male counterpart. To this end there
is a need to study the factors responsible for this trend for possible correction in other to encourage
the male students and enhance their performance.
Table 4. Factors Contributing To Students Academic Performance
S/N Variables Affecting Performance Mean Index Ranking
1 Age Difference, 0.79 10
th
2 Emotional Maturity 0.87 8
th
3 Intelligence Quotient 0.98 1
st
4 Educational background, 0.88 7
th
5 Famliy problem, 0.77 12
th
6 Psychological problem, 0.82 9
th
7 Family problem, 0.68 15
th
8 Teachers challenge, 0.66 16
th
9 Complex curriculum, 0.78 11
th
10 Mode of subject delivery, 0.89 6
th
11 Lack of Basic Study Materials. 0.87 8
th
12 External interference 0.50 17
th
13 Emotional disturbance1 0.90 5
th
14 Social Engagement 0.76 13
th
15 Complex Course Content 0.43 18
th
16 Financial Problem 0.69 14
th
17 Course dissatisfaction 0.92 3
rd
18 Poor learning Environment 0.91 4
th
19 Attention to detail 0.95 2
nd
Structured questionnaires were distributed to randomly selected students in technical based program,
their response was processed with mean item scores method the summarized index value is as
presented in table 4. Intelligent quotient with mean index value 0.98 was ranked first, followed with
Attention to detail (0.95) was ranked second, Dissatisfaction of students with the course (0.92) was
ranked third. Similarly, poor learning Environment according to the analysis was rated fourth while
Emotional disturbance was ranked fifth. Intelligence quotient is often determinant factor in education
performance, thus, the females intelligent quotient should have been higher than those of their male
counterpart to have excelled more than they are. Also, attention to detail is also necessary for high
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5. academic performance in technical education, it is the same for all technical vocations and programs,
and this may have accounted for being ranked second among other factors. Dissatisfaction with
course or program being offered also affects academic performance, when a student is offering a
course not satisfied with, performance of the student in it would not be satisfactory.
Table 5. Model for Improving Students Academic Performance in Technical Disciplines.
Variables F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7M F8 F9 F10
AGE DIFF 1.00
EMOTMAT 1.00
INTELQUOTIENT 1.00 1.00
EDUBACK 1.00 1.00 1.00
FPROB 1.00
PSYPROB 0.43 1.00
FAMLYPROB 1.00
TCHERCHALL 0.43 0.87 1.00
CMPLXCURRI 0.91 1.00
F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 F19 F20
MODEOF SBJDEL 1.00
ATTNTO DETAIL 1.00
EXT INTERFERE 1.00
EMOTDISTURBANCE 0.52 0.91 1.00
SOCIENGAGMT 1.00
FINC.PROBLEM 0.74 0.91 1.00
COURSEDISSATIF 0.82 1.00
COMPLEX COURS 1.00 1.00 1.00
LEARNGENVIRON 1.00 0.52 0.91 0.82 1.00
LACK OF BASC MATRL 0.49 0.82 0.82 0.93 0.82 1.00
5.1 Factor Extraction
Factor rotation was used to extract representative factors here, this toes the line of submissions in [6].
Percentage of total variance obtained from each of the independent variables of factors that affects
academic performance. Each variable was standardized to have variance of 1, while total variance
was given by the sum of each variable which totaled thirty-nine (39). [7], [8] adopted two approaches
to determine the factors to be included in the model. They used Screeplot and Eigen value approach,
[7] submitted that in Eigen value approach, only variable with Eigen value greater than one (1) should
be included in the model formation. In screeplot approach, there is differential relationship pattern
among variables; there is always a distinct demarcation between large variables on steep slope and
gradual trailing off scores of the rest variables. This usually occurs at the variable, where K is the true
number of variables [7]. In this study, therefore, Eigen value and regression coefficient approach was
adopted as shown in Table 5 and Table6. Eighty-two percent of (82%) the total variance is attributed
to the first 20 variables where these variables have an Eigen value greater than 1. Other twelve (12)
variables account for only about 38.25% of the total variance. This shows that a model with 20 factors
should be robust enough to represent the factors being considered. Seven factors were identified as
representative factor representing a model that could help in predicting good academic performance if
followed.
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6. Table 6. Coefficient of Extracted Factors
Factors Parameter with Coefficients
F14 Lack of Basic Material (0.82)
F9 Complex Curriculum (0.91)
F11 Learning Environment (1.00)
FI Intelligent Quotient (1.00) Educational Background (1.00)
F13 Emotional Disturbance (0.91) Financial Problem (0.91)
6 CONCLUSION
From the results analysis, it was discovered that female students generally outperformed their male
counterpart at the technical-based courses. Representative factors were identified that could help in
improving the performance of male students, the factors include the following, providing basic
learning materials, provision of good learning environment, High intelligent quotient should be
developed, through intelligence sharpening skills, demystifying complex curriculum for easy
understanding, avoiding emotional disturbance among others. The factors according to the research
outcome could help in improving males’ student performance.
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