Students In Experimental Group Research Articles

Evaluating the Impact of Educational Videos on Vaccine Science Knowledge Among Virginia High School Students

ABSTRACT Background Despite the overwhelming benefits of vaccinations, suboptimal public confidence in vaccines keeps immunization rates in the U.S far from ideal levels. Purpose To assess the efficacy of a high school video set curriculum, on vaccine history, science, and safety, in improving vaccine knowledge. Methods Sample included high school students in Virginia, who had completed required biology coursework. After being assigned to either the control or experimental group, their knowledge on vaccines was assessed before and after viewing the curriculum videos. Results Experimental group students showed greater knowledge increases after viewing the videos. Examined by individual question, twelve out of eighteen questions in the experimental group had significant improvement in accuracy/knowledge, compared to one out of eighteen among the controls. Discussion Our study demonstrates the value of using videos to convey vaccine-related knowledge to high schoolers. This knowledge can favorably impact rates of acute infectious disease as well as chronic conditions such as polio, cervical cancer, and long COVID syndrome. Translation to Health Education Practice Such educational videos may be integrated into the state curricula so high school students can understand the impact, safety, and efficacy of vaccines and make informed public health decisions as adults.

Improvement of Changbar Application Teaching on Student Singing Performance in Media and Communications, Sichuan University

Background and Aim: Background and Purpose: A flipped classroom, as a modern teaching method, has been widely concerned with improving students' academic performance. This study uses a flipped classroom teaching strategy and modern technology to conduct teaching experiments on students. Through vocal singing tests and questionnaire surveys, this study investigated the influence of mixed teaching methods on the academic achievement of experimental group students. Materials and Methods: Materials and methods: This study is a quasi-experimental study using quantitative research methods. The subjects of this study are sophomore students majoring in vocal music at the Sichuan University of Media and Communication in China. There is only one group of students, all of whom are experimental groups. The mixed teaching strategy was adopted by 100 students from Class A and Class B in the experimental group. Through the Singing test, we try to understand students' ability in Singing Intonation, Rhythm, Pronunciation, and Stage Performance. And the Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Ease of Use of ChangbarAPP in blended teaching curricula. The data was collected through tests and questionnaires and analyzed using the statistical software Jamovi. The hypothesis was tested by paired sample t-test. Results: The results show that blended teaching methods have a very positive impact on students' academic performance. Students' vocal singing ability has been significantly improved. Students showed higher Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Ease of Use when using ChangbarAPP for blended learning. Conclusion: Based on the research results, this paper puts forward some suggestions on the application of blended teaching in the vocal music curriculum.

The Effect of Real-World Evaluation on Self-Controlled Learning, Independence, and Self-effectiveness Among EFL Learners with Some Psychological Implications

Through authentic evaluation, the current study attempted to foster self-controlled learning, independence, and self-effectiveness among some Saudi EFL students. Sixty EFL students were chosen for this research study and split equally into an experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG). The respondents' self-controlled learning (SCL), independence (I), and self-effectiveness (SE) were then evaluated using three questionnaires before the treatment. The control group received the treatment using non-real-world evaluations, whereas the experimental group participants received instruction using real-world evaluations. Three post-tests were given to both groups after they had been taught 16 English passages to assess how the treatment had affected their capacity for self-controlled learning, independence, and self-effectiveness. The experimental group students were given an attitude survey to gauge their opinions on using real-world evaluations inside EFL classes. According to the ANCOVA results, significant differences existed between the control group and experimental group post-tests. The findings showed that the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group in the self-controlled learning, independence, and self-effectiveness post-treatment tests. The outcomes also demonstrated that the experimental group had a favorable attitude toward the use of real-world evaluation in EFL programs. The study concluded that integrating real-world evaluation into EFL instruction may benefit EFL students positively. The results of the study have some implications for EFL instructors and curriculum developers because if they take into consideration the effects of real-world evaluations, they can increase the students’ self-control, autonomy, and self-effectiveness.

The Effectiveness of Using Short Stories on Developing Some Creative Reading Skills for University Students

The present study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of using short stories for developing creative reading skills for Jazan University students. The current study used the quasi-experimental research design. The researchers divided the participants into two groups. The experimental group used short stories, while the control group did not receive any training except for the traditional approach. The main question raised in this research is ‘what is the effectiveness of using short stories on developing some creative reading skills among Jazan University students?’ To this end, the researcher collected data through a creative reading skills test. Furthermore, a model of the teaching program, based on using short stories, was improved and tested with a group of students in Jazan University in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The results of the present research showed that there are statistically significant differences between the mean scores of the experimental group students and those of the control group students in both creative reading skills and overall creative reading in favor of the experimental group. The results revealed that using short stories helped the experimental group students develop their creative reading skills and overall creative reading more effectively than those of the control group who were taught using the traditional way. The conclusion of the current research showed that the traditional way used in teaching reading skills in EFL classrooms should be developed to help students improve their reading skills.

Qualitative and Quantitative Study on Students’ Critical Thinking of Conceptual E-Scaffolding in Blended Learning Context

Critical thinking skills are one of the rational thinking skills that students really need in solving problems or conveying ideas. In fact, students' critical thinking abilities are still relatively low. A feasible alternative for developing students' critical thinking skills is by implementing electronic-based scaffolding. This research uses mixed methods with an explanatory research design. The experimental group received conceptual treatment of e-scaffolding blended learning with the Problem-Based Learning model and the control group received no additional treatment. experimental group and control group, the research subjects were first semester students of IKIP Budi Utomo Malang. Because there were two research groups, 46 students were included in the control group. The instruments used in this research were pre-test and post-test. The pre-test consists of 18 multiple choice items with a reliability coefficient of 0.735 and the critical thinking post-test consists of 14 essay questions with a reliability coefficient of 0.762. In addition, semi-structured and think aloud interview guidelines were also used. Quantitative data was obtained from the distribution of pre-test and post-test questions. Meanwhile, qualitative data was obtained from semi-structured interviews and think aloud. Quantitative data was then analyzed using parametric ANACOVA analysis while qualitative data was analyzed using a path analysis model. The results of the research show 1) the critical thinking abilities of students who learn with conceptual e-scaffolding in blended learning in Problem-Based Learning are higher than students who learn with conventional methods, 2) the application of conceptual e-scaffolding in Problem-Based Learning. The link map form in the Problem Based Learning model has a positive effect on students' critical thinking abilities. This is reflected in the behavior and way of thinking of experimental group students which shows the development of critical thinking skills during the learning process. Apart from that, conceptual e-scaffolding in the form of a link map helps students obtain information easily and use it in understanding concepts in geometric optics material

Making quadratic functions interesting: Students teams-achievement division instructional strategy

Algebra plays a central role in school mathematics as it is a critical factor for success in mathematics courses such as calculus and geometry. This investigation aimed to establish the effectiveness of students teams-achievement division (STAD) strategy on students’ academic achievement in algebra, Lagos State, Nigeria. A quasi-experimental model was employed for the study, which lasted for six weeks. Two secondary schools were chosen randomly and divided into experimental and control groups. The sample comprised 136 students (61 students in control group and 75 students in experimental group) from Ikorodu City, Lagos State, Nigeria. The quadratic functions assessment test, four questions (each with four items) with appropriate validation, served as the tool for data collection. Reliability was attained using the test-re-test method, with Pearson’s product-moment correlation analysis yielding a reliability index of 0.86. Three hypotheses were generated and analyzed using analysis of covariance at a significance level of 0.05. The results showed that students exposed to STAD had enhanced performance in algebra. Likewise, gender did not impact the achievement of the participants in algebra. It was recommended that the Nigerian Educational Research Development Council arrange workshops, training, and seminars on incorporating learner-friendly instructional strategies such as STAD.

A51: A Study on Improvement of Sensory Integration Disorder in Children Aged 6-7 Years with Fancy Skipping Rope

Purpose: At present, the number of children with sensory unison disorder continues to rise in our country, which is a kind of disease that mainly happens in the children of the nervous system, so that the young children's physical quality drops, the uncoordinated movement, attention, and poor performance, affecting the normal healthy development. In the face of the disorder, the intervention can be improved by games in PE class and sensory integration training. Methods: In this paper, literature, mathematical statistics, questionnaire, and other research methods were used to test and study the vestibular function, proprioception, tactile defense and learning ability of freshmen. Two classes of experimental group (N=128) and two classes of control group (N=128) were randomly selected. The experimental group carried out the teaching of the first and second level of fancy rope skipping for the public in physical education class, while the control group carried out the routine physical education activities and carried out the exercise experiment intervention for four months, and the data before and after the experiment were compared. Results: 1) After the first and second action intervention of the general public, the experimental group of students improved in the four ability indicators of sensory integration, and the experimental group of students' sensory integration disorder significantly improved (P < 0.01), and compared with ordinary physical education activities, fancy rope skipping has more significant improvement on the transformation of students with sensory integration disorder into normal students. 2) After 16 weeks of fancy rope skipping intervention, the vestibular function and tactile defense of students in the experimental group were significantly improved, which were to improve their balance ability, concentration, and interest in physical fitness. 3) Both the fancy rope skipping, and the routine physical education activities can significantly improve the proprioceptive ability of the tested students, and their muscle control ability is more significantly improved; The coordination of physical quality and balance ability have improved significantly. Conclusion: It is of great significance for the healthy growth of freshmen to classify the symptoms of sensory dysregulation by means of systematic and targeted integrated training of skipping rope, and gradually increase the intensity and frequency of training.

The effectiveness of the comprehensive health-saving model for university students in uzbekistan in the context of digitalization

The research is aimed at developing and evaluating a comprehensive health-saving model for university students in Uzbekistan, which includes physical activity, rational nutrition, and psychological support. The study employed mixed methodological approaches, including quantitative and qualitative methods such as surveys, psychological tests, and medical examinations of 300 students divided into three groups: a control group and two experimental groups. The results showed significant improvement in the physical and mental condition of students in experimental group 2, where the level of physical activity increased by 25%, stress levels decreased by 30%, and overall health improved by 18%. Positive changes were also observed in experimental group 1, but they were less significant. The main methodological limitations include the limited observation period and the sample restricted to students from one region. The study’s results confirm the high effectiveness of the comprehensive approach to health-saving, highlighting the necessity of integrating physical exercises, dietary recommendations, and psychological support into educational programs to improve students’ health.

Online collaborative tools for science education: Boosting learning outcomes, motivation, and engagement

AbstractBackgroundOnline collaboration tools have been identified as potentially effective means for enhancing student learning, motivation, and engagement in science education. However, their effectiveness in improving science education outcomes among middle school students remains uncertain.ObjectivesThe study aimed to investigate the impact of online collaboration tools on science education outcomes among middle school students, focusing on learning achievement, engagement, and motivation.MethodsA quasi‐experimental design with a pretest‐posttest control group was used in this study. A total of 60 eighth‐grade middle school students were involved in the study, with both the experimental and control groups comprising 30 students each. The experimental group incorporated the use of digital collaboration platforms, including Asana, Slack, and Team Viewer, as instrumental components of group project execution and discussion in their science lessons. Conversely, the control group adhered to the current educational approach in Turkey, characterized by the employment of an inquiry‐based learning strategy in their science instruction. Data was collected over eight weeks using a science achievement test, engagement scale, and science motivation scale.ResultsThe experimental group demonstrated significantly higher post‐test scores compared to the control group, suggesting that online collaboration tools positively impacted science education outcomes. Additionally, survey data indicated high levels of engagement and motivation among the experimental group students when using the online collaboration tools.ConclusionsThe findings support the notion that online collaboration tools can effectively enhance learning, motivation, and engagement in science education among middle school students. These results have significant implications for educators, educational institutions, policymakers, and curriculum developers. Further research is needed to examine the potential of these tools in various educational contexts and with different student populations. This will help broaden the understanding of how online collaboration tools can be integrated into diverse learning environments, potentially benefiting a larger number of students and further improving science education outcomes.

Investigating the effect of instruction designed according to the ARCS model enriched with web 2.0 tools on students' mathematics achievement and motivation

This study aimed to investigate the effect of instruction designed according to the ARCS model enriched with Web 2.0 tools on the mathematics achievement and motivation of secondary school students and to examine student opinions regarding the applied instruction process. A mixed-methods approach was employed in the study since both quantitative and qualitative data were collected. To support quantitative data with qualitative data, a sequential explanatory design was chosen from mixed-methods designs. The research was conducted in the 2022–2023 academic year with the participation of 40 7th grade students enrolled in a public school in Niğde province. The research process was planned for 10 weeks, including a pretest administration in the first week, an eight-week intervention, and a posttest administration in the last week. In the experimental group, a mathematics instruction plan designed according to the ARCS model enriched with Web 2.0 tools was implemented, while in the control group, only the existing mathematics instruction plan was implemented. Quantitative data were collected using the ratio, proportion and percentage achievement tests and the mathematics motivation scale. Qualitative data were collected through focus group interviews with experimental group students. Data analysis was conducted, which included independent samples t-tests, paired samples t-tests, MANOVAs, and content analysis. The findings obtained from this study revealed that teaching with the ARCS model enriched with Web 2.0 tools had a positive effect on students' academic achievement. When the sub-dimensions of motivation were analyzed, no significant difference was found between the groups in the posttest motivation scores, but most of the participant students in the focus group interviews expressed positive opinions about the process and mentioned the effectiveness of the process. This study provides important information about the effectiveness of integrating Web 2.0 tools into the ARCS model in secondary school mathematics education in terms of the effectiveness of the teaching process and its contributions to students' achievement.

Application and Practice of Motion Capture Technology in Badminton Teaching

Abstract As Internet technology rapidly evolves, it significantly enhances the informationization of physical education. This paper proposes the implementation of the Openpose bone tracking algorithm to improve how students master movements in badminton training. By leveraging a convolutional neural network (VGG) to create skeleton maps, the algorithm accurately predicts body postures by examining the user’s center of gravity shifts and limb angle differences. These predictions allow for effective comparative correction of movements. To achieve multi-target action recognition, this paper introduces the SLIC algorithm, which is based on the Openpose algorithm and corrects and repairs action nodes that were incorrectly recognized to improve recognition accuracy. In the teaching experiment test for students of badminton elective class in S college, the retention rate of picking skills of the experimental group of students on the 35th day after the technical training was 101%, which indicated that the mastery of the movement skills was more solid. In terms of comprehensive scores, the average score of the experimental group’s attainment was 2.489 points higher than that of the control group, and the average score of the technical evaluation was 5.885 points higher than that of the control group.

Research on the innovation system of physical climbing in college physical education under big data technology

Abstract Rock climbing, as one of the outdoor sports gradually sought after by young people nowadays, plays an important role in innovating the traditional physical education system. This study integrates the training related to physical rock climbing with the conventional college physical education system and utilizes a synergistic teaching method to innovate and improve the college physical education system. Through the implementation of rock-climbing teaching experiments for students in school A, the data related to the experiments were analyzed using the literature method, questionnaire survey method, and mathematical statistics method to explore the effectiveness of the practical application of physical rock-climbing in college physical education. In terms of physical function, the heart rate indexes of students in the experimental group decreased by 8.96 and 9.08, respectively, and the lung capacity and anaerobic threshold were significantly improved, but the male students did not show any significant improvement in the index of maximal oxygen uptake. Except for the lower limb stirrup strength, the p-value of the experimental group of students in seated forward bending, dorsal extension, left-handed grip strength, right-handed grip strength, back strength, and longitudinal jump were all less than 0.05. The capacity of motor memory of the experimental group was higher than that of the control group by 2.91. In terms of social functioning, compared to the control group of students, all the experimental groups showed stronger characteristics.

Artificial Intelligence Technology Helps Inform the Sports Industry

Abstract The continuous development and improvement of information technology and the arrival of the knowledge economy have injected new vitality into the development of the sports industry. In the context of artificial intelligence, this paper constructs a graph convolutional neural network model. It applies it to the field of sports teaching, creating an adjacency matrix based on image information to optimize the information processing speed of the neural network model. The standardized way is used to recognize and guide the various sports movements performed by students in the classroom. Through effectiveness analysis and FMS experiments, it was found that the graph convolutional neural network has a high recognition rate, and the matching rate for each section of the movement is above 70%. The mean values of angle features of students with very different body sizes remained at the same level with minimal differences under the same shooting angle. From the perspective of students’ sports performance, in the fourth week of the middle and late experimental period, the results of the experimental group and the control group students were 82.39±2.10 and 73.64±3.62, respectively, which was a difference of nearly 10 points. The results of the control group students had already lagged behind the experimental group students substantially from the perspective of the score, and the difference was significant at P=0.000<0.05. The convolutional neural network can effectively improve sports movement standardization, which in turn enhances the performance of students in physical education and promotes the information development of the sports industry.

Two Stay Two Stray (TSTS) Assisted by Mind Mapping Media on Social Science Learning Outcomes

Elementary social studies learning is still dominated by the role of the teacher as a material provider. This causes student involvement in social studies learning to be less than optimal. This research aims to analyze the Two Stay Two Stray (TSTS) learning model assisted by mind mapping media on the social studies results of class V students. This research is a quasi-experimental type with a nonequivalent post-test-only control group design. The sample was determined using simple random sampling with a lottery technique. The research sample consisted of Class V. The data collection method was the test method. The data analysis technique in this research uses descriptive statistical analysis techniques and data analysis prerequisite tests. Hypothesis testing uses the polled variance t-test. The results of calculating the average social studies learning outcomes for experimental group students are very high, while students in the control group are in the medium category. Based on calculations using the t-test, there is a significant influence of the Two Stay Two Stray (TSTS) learning model assisted by mind mapping media on class V students' social studies learning outcomes. Therefore, the TSTS learning model assisted by mind mapping media is suitable for improving students' social studies learning outcomes. This research implies that teachers can think more creatively and gain new insights and experiences regarding implementing innovative learning in the classroom, which is useful for developing students' critical thinking patterns.

FLIPPED CLASSROOM MODEL WITH YOUNG LEARNERS’ VOCABULARY LEARNING IN PRIMARY ELT CLASSROOMS

This mixed-method study explored the effect of the flipped classroom model (FCM) on vocabulary learning of young English language learners and their perceptions and experiences about FCM practices. Two intact groups of 4th-grade students in a state primary school in Turkiye were randomly assigned as experimental (N = 32) and control (N = 33) groups. The quantitative data related to vocabulary learning were collected through three measurement tests. The qualitative data were obtained via semi-structured face-to-face interviews with 19 volunteer students from the experimental group. The results revealed that the levels of vocabulary learning and retention for the experimental group students were statistically significantly higher than those of the control group students (p< 0.05). The qualitative data analysis also confirmed the effectiveness of the model for vocabulary learning and revealed its efficiency for language classes of young English language learners. Accordingly, suggestions were made for the FCM implementation.

Digital tools in education: Improving the project method

The relevance of the studied problem is determined by the need to improve creative teamwork skills among students by the usage of information and communication technologies (ICT). The purpose of the study is to identify the level of future physical education and sports teachers` motivation for project activities using ICT. Research methods of studying and analysing pedagogical literature on the problem were used to reveal the level of a scientific problem development. A student survey “Assessment of future teachers’ motivation level to use ICT in educational projects” developed by the authors made it possible to identify the level of students’ motivation for project-based learning. The study presents a pilot educational project “Sport adventures”, its content, methods and criteria of assessment. As a result of the study a special electronic course “Development and implementation of an educational project in physical education and sports” was developed and tested. The pilot pedagogical experiment demonstrates the superiority of experimental student group over control group in project skills. The survey reveals that future physical education and sports teachers have a high level of motivation and 84% of them are confident that the use of ICT helps to develop, organize and implement educational projects. The materials of this article can be used by researchers in the field of pedagogy.

The Effect of Using Travel-Observation Method in Teaching Environmental Problems on Academic Achievement

This research, is there any effect of teaching the subject of environmental problems in the environment and society unit of the 11th grade high school geography course on the academic achievement of the students with the travel-observation method? It was carried out to seek an answer to the question. A quasi-experimental design with pretest-posttest control group was used in the study. The study group of the research consists of 60 students studying at a public school (Anatolian High School) in Kayseri. In the study conducted in the 2022-2023 academic year, the experimental group consisted of 30 students, 13 girls and 17 boys, while the control group consisted of 30 students, 12 girls and 18 boys. The experimental process was carried out over a period of three weeks. The quantitative data obtained as a result of the experimental procedures were analysed using SPSS 25 package programme. Frequency, percentage and arithmetic mean values were used in analysing the data; t- test and two-way Analysis of Variance for Repeated Measures on a Single Factor techniques were applied. According to the results obtained from the research, while the pre-test scores of the experimental and control group students on environmental problems were similar, significant differences were found in the post-test scores in favour of the experimental group. In the intra-group (pretest-posttest) comparison of the experimental and control groups, it was concluded that there was a significant difference in favour of the post-test scores in both groups, but when the effect size was taken into account, the increase in the experimental group was more significant. According to these results, it is recommended to encourage the use of the field trip-observation method in teaching subjects that can be understood by observation such as environmental problems.

Effect of E-Module on the Academic Achievement of Chemistry Students at Secondary Level

An experimental study was designed to find the effect of e-module on the academic achievement of chemistry students at secondary level. This study was quasi-experimental with pretest and posttest non-equivalent control group design. All female science students of 10th class of public school were the population of the study. A sample of 67 female students of 10th class was selected from a public school GGHS Sheikhpur, in the rural area. Two groups were named after the conduction of pretest as experimental group and control group. E-module was designed to teach experimental group. Module and instrument were piloted and validated through expert opinion. Data were collected through pretest and posttest. Data were analyzed through inferential statistics with the help of independent sample t-test. The findings of the study were significant as academic achievement of students of experimental group was enhanced in chemistry through teaching with e-module as compared to control group in the area of Understanding and Application. It is recommended that to minimize the use of traditional teaching methods in science subjects and to enhance the area of understanding and Application, teaching with e-module may be encouraged at the secondary level.

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In this article, a comparative analysis of the changes that occurred in the physical qualities of students in experimental and control groups as a result of an experimental study on the training of students in skiing in high-altitude conditions will be carried out. The author shares with the public the test results obtained from the students of these groups at the beginning of the experiment and at the end of the experiment, and draws attention to the fact that progress has been made in the development of the physical qualities of the students of the experimental group. The researcher used eight standardized tests to determine the level of physical fitness of students. Students of the experimental group regularly engaged in skiing according to the "Working program of the ski racing circle". And the students in the control group were just doing physical education. At the end of the experimental study, it was found that the training of students in skiing in high-altitude conditions is fully justified in terms of increasing their level of physical fitness, the development of physical qualities, both general and special.

Kemampuan berpikir kreatif matematika siswa melalui pendekatan contextual teaching and learning

This study aims to describe the improvement of students' Mathematical Creative Thinking Ability (MCTA) in learning mathematics with the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach. So that the goals that have been set can be achieved, quasi-experimental research is carried out with the design of the Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population of this research is the students of class X SMA Negeri 2 Padangsidimpuan. The research sample was taken using a purposive sampling technique, namely class X MIA 3 for the experimental group and MIA 4 for the control group. The research carried out showed that the results of the MCTA students through the Independent Samples Test obtained a significance level of 0.00 <0.05. This means that there is a significant average difference between the increase in the MCTA of the experimental group students and the control group. Furthermore, the average value of the N-gain score for the experimental group is 0.41 and the control group is 0.29. This means that the improvement of students' MCTA through the CTL approach is better than learning with the conventional approach. Furthermore, with two-way ANOVA analysis, obtained a significance level of 0.196> 0.05. This means that there is no interaction with initial abilities with the learning approach in improving students' MCTA.