Inappropriate Teaching Methods Research Articles

A Study of Teaching Problem Solving and Programming to Children by Introducing a New Programming Language

Technology has been growing rapidly, and this fact that computers, gadgets and electronic devices have become part of our life is deniable. Computer skills and programming languages have become as important as other essential subjects in schools. Researchers have done some researches in the area of teaching programming and problem solving to novices, this study aims to study whether it is necessary to teach problem solving and programming in early ages. This study also aims to review previous studies in this area. We attempt to introduce a new programming language which has been developed to simplify the method of learning and coding for novices and young learners. We have been developing a new programming language which the children and young learners considered to be the learners of this language; however professional programmers would be able to code with this language as well. There are many popular and powerful languages, Python for instance is easy to understand and code with, however it is still complex and difficult to learn for children, and on the other hands programming languages like Java and C++ have their complexity. The target users are children who have no knowledge about programming. Beside some inappropriate teaching methods and resources, the complexity of programming languages and lack of knowledge about problem solving, young learners find programming terrifying. Having a programming language with a simple syntax and methods will encourage students and failure ratio will be decreased. Children will have a chance to learn how to code and solve a problem by using and interacting with an easy programming language. By doing this research and using valuable resources, we would expect to have positive and effective changes in science and programming in near future, as the today’s children are the future of our society.

The Application of CALL Mode Based on Information Technology

With the rapid development of computer technology and network, computer, as an assistant means of teaching, finds a broad use of foreign language instruction. In particular, it is worth mentioning that computer assisted language learning (CALL), as a newly booming science, plays an increasingly important role in language teaching and learning and has become an important solution to the current education problems encountered in the process. However, CALL can only play a supporting role in foreign language teaching. In the foreign language teaching with CALL,it is proper to develop the advantages of advanced technology,and meanwhile to deny the traditional teaching mode and inappropriate teaching methods. Therefore, combined with the reality, this paper makes an argument that in the process of teaching, we must keep in the reasonable application of CALL to avoid the negative effects of abusing it while actively and prudently promote the reform of college English to cultivate interdisciplinary talents in the new century.

Perceptions and preferences of medical students regarding teaching methods in a Medical College, Mangalore India

In the complex setting of a medical school it becomes essential to utilize an approach to teaching and learning that is best suited to the needs of the students. In developing countries like India, where there is an exponential increase of institutions catering to medical students, it becomes a challenge to teach to large number of students per class. Hence, research is needed to identify the needs of students in relation to their day to day learning activities. To understand the preferences and perception of medical students about the current methods of teaching, aids used for teaching and also identify barriers in learning as perceived by the students. A Cross-sectional study was carried out at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore during May 2012. Study participants included 2(nd) and 3(rd) year medical students. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect the information in relation to preferences and perceptions regarding teaching methods utilized for theory and clinical teaching. SPSS version 11.5 was used for analysis of data. The association between variables of interest was tested using Chi-square test. A total of 286 students (56.6 % females and 43.4% males) participated with a dropout rate of 10.6%. The study revealed that 71.3% of the students had an attendance above 75%. The most preferred teaching method was Problem Based Learning (PBL) (71.4%) as students felt that it enhanced lateral thinking while Didactic Lectures was the least preferred (32.8%). The most preferred modality of teaching aid was found to be Black board preferred by 46.9% students. In learning rare signs and cases, students preferred video lectures (41%) and mannequins (75.9%) in learning clinical skills. The main barrier in theory learning identified was inappropriate teaching methods (15%) and being new to clinical posting (38.5%) in case of learning clinical skills. The findings of the study suggest that a combination of traditional methods with other methods such as PBL, video lectures and mannequins could be an effective way of teaching theory and clinical skills.

Discussions on current situations and strategies for case teaching among medical marketing majors

Questionnaire survey of case teaching was conducted among medical marketing majors,the results showed that case method was widely used in the teaching for medical marketing majors and was approved by most students,however,deficiencies still existed including lack of required teaching skills,outdated teaching concept,low-quality cases,inappropriate teaching methods,few participation,etc.To solve these problems,during the preparation and implementation of case teaching,teachers must update their teaching concept,participate in more training programs,improve case qualities,reengineer case activities and evaluate the effects at each phase. Key words: Medical marketing major; Case teaching; Case quality; Teaching strategy

Study barriers to entrepreneurship promotion in agriculture higher education

For reaching development and employment goals of developing countries such as Iran, considering entrepreneurship promotion and supporting entrepreneurs are vital. The important role of higher education in promoting more entrepreneurial attitudes and behaviors is now widely recognized. The purpose of this study was identifying barriers to entrepreneurship promotion in agricultural higher education. A descriptive–correlation survey approach was used in this study. The population consisted of agricultural graduated students in higher education institutions of Zanjan province. The questionnaire and interview were used for data collection in this study. The researcher developed the survey instrument. Validity of the instrument was established using a panel of experts. Reliability of the instrument for various questions varied from 0.82 to 0.87. Results showed that the most important barriers to entrepreneurship promotion in agricultural higher education are: Expansion of agricultural colleges regardless of the quality of scientific, lack of fitness of educational content with the job market needs, traditional teaching methods that incompatible with the interests of students and less attention to learning practical skills. By factor analysis, factors for barriers to entrepreneurship in agricultural higher education were reduced to four main factors, named as inappropriate teaching methods, inappropriate educational content and syllabus, poor educational and laboratory equipment and inappropriate evaluation system.

Teachers’ Attitude towards Integration of Computer Assisted Instructions in Teaching and Learning Process in CAD/CAM/CNC Module

The purpose of this study was to understand the effects of teachers’ attitudes, effectiveness of various teaching methods employed as well as teachers’ perceptions of the teaching experience on effectiveness of teaching-learning processes in computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing and computer numerical control (CAD/CAM/CNC) module used in vocational education department in Bahrain. Previous studies suggested that a part of the problem in CAD/CAM/CNC subject area is the use of inappropriate teaching methods which affect students’ achievements negatively. It has been suggested that negative teaching practices for example, teaching without visual effects, lack of interaction in the class and lack of motivational tool may affect students’ achievement. A questionnaire has been developed to understand teacher’s experience of the teaching learning process. The questions have been designed under the five categories. These categories are organisation, presentation, class room management, assessment process and teachers’ perception of teaching methods used. These categories have been designed to help make the interpretation and explanation of the responses easier.

Extent of Female School Drop outs in Kangra District of Himachal Pradesh

The present study was aimed at finding out the extent of school dropouts among girls and to know the factors responsible for low enrolment and dropout of girls in schools. A total sample of 150 respondents was selected from local Government Senior Secondary Schools of Bhawarna Block of Himachal Pradesh. Data were collected from respondents and their parents through specific interview schedules. The major findings revealed a significant association between family type, income and education of mothers with incidence of dropouts. Class wise and year wise analysis showed a decreasing trend of dropping out in the past two years. In parents' opinion, behaviour of teachers, inappropriate teaching methods, unsuitable curriculum, lack of child's interest in studies, low grade in class, financial strain and girl's requirement in household work and care of siblings were important factors for low enrolment and dropout of girls in schools.

Jamaican Children with Special Needs: Concerns, realities and possibilities

ABSTRACT Official documentation on Jamaican children with special needs attending mainstream schools is limited. Consequently, the extent to which 'education for all' is a reality cannot be assessed. The absence of a national special education policy adds to the concern. To ascertain the presence and status of children with special needs attending mainstream secondary schools, individual interviews were conducted with guidance counsellors from 24 secondary schools and 102 children attending those schools. Information was also obtained from the national census data-base. There was evidence that children with a variety of special needs were present in these schools. Concerns of both students and teachers including inappropriate teaching methods and large classes were highlighted, and suggestions for improvement made. The researchers made recommendations including the better utilisation of existing services.

Research into methods of teaching mathematics: some results from Kenya

The teaching of mathematics in many countries in Africa has been deteriorating over the last few years. Factors that have contributed to this situation include shortage of qualified teachers, use of inappropriate teaching methods and a high turnover of mathematics teachers in the schools. The purpose of this study was to determine the comparative effectiveness of Programmed Instruction (PI), Conventional Classroom Approach (CCA), and Integrated Programmed Instruction (IPI) in the teaching of a unit in probability to Kenyan high‐school students. A secondary purpose of the investigation was to identify some predictors that might be used in predicting performance of Kenyan high‐school students studying probability. The sample used in the study consisted of 354 subjects drawn from four schools (two boys’ schools and two girls’ schools). The subjects were administered seven pretests: Attitude Test, Five Dots Test, Fractions, Arithmetic Reasoning, Probability, Comprehension of Scientific terms and Vocabulary Te...

The New Generation of Managers : An Experience-based Approach to Their Development

In our experience, we usually find training and development practitioners working with the best of intentions. However, some have not clarified their real intentions or client needs. Others seem to be working under severe organisational constraints, or using inappropriate teaching methods, or presenting topics which do not improve partici pant's capacities to manage purposefully in organisations. We recognise a number of the difficulties in the highly com plex, problematic process of management training. Some of these problems reside in the participants and the organisa tional context (a term we will discuss more fully below), and others reside in the person and the role requirements of the management trainer. We will use the designation 'management trainer' throughout for simpler expression, although we fully appreciate that man y activities concerned with fostering the training, education and development of managers are carried out by Personnel, Internal Consultancy and other specialist staff, as well a...

Teaching family psychodynamics in a family practice center: one experience.

This paper describes a method of teaching family psychodynamics in a new family practice center. Initially, there were difficulties in engaging staff because of inappropriate teaching methods and personal and professional identity conflicts. Ultimately, a sequential program of video playbacks, live interviews and case conferences was developed. The residents' four-month rotation in psychiatry proved essential for developing comfort with psychological and familial aspects of psyical illness.

The Teaching of Craft Subjects

This concluding article brings out clearly the harmful influence that outmoded or otherwise inappropriate teaching methods can have, and the vital need to keep methods up to date in terms of the present and future needs of the student.