Integration Of Subject Matter Research Articles

Fostering Independent Character Education: Insights from Elementary School Context

This qualitative case study research investigates the implementation of an independent character education strengthening program at an elementary school. Focused on Class V-A students, teachers, and the principal at the school, the study employs interviews, observations, and documentation for data collection, with triangulation for data validity. Utilizing Miles and Huberman's techniques for analysis, the research highlights the significance of independent character education for the school community, evident through indicators, subject matter integration, and school culture. The study underscores the importance of fostering independent character education and its positive impact on students and school stakeholders. Highlights: Implementation Insights: Investigating the application of an independent character education strengthening program. Stakeholder Perspective: Examining the viewpoints of Class V-A students, teachers, and the principal. Integral Elements: Showcasing the integration of subject matter and school culture in fostering independent character education. Keywords: Character education, Strengthening program, Elementary school, Qualitative research, School culture

PEMIKIRAN PRAGMATISME IBNU KHALDUN DAN RELEVANSINYA DENGAN MERDEKA BELAJAR KURIKULUM MERDEKA

Link and match as posterity educational project. This project aims to connect the knowledge in schools with the citizen needs. In Islamic literature mentioned that Ibn Khaldun is an influential Muslim figure. The Muqaddimah book which written became a media for his brilliant ideas in the society social order, including educational practices. Through a literature review of Ibn Khaldun's thoughts used in books and journal articles using text and context analysis techniques, it can be interpreted that Ibn Khaldun's pragmatism-instrumental thinking has relevance to independent learning in the independent curriculum (MBKM) in Indonesia. The mean of relevance in the al-Hiwar method to realize students get additional insight of knowledge through the integration of subject matter and theory obtained in class with practical experience outside the classroom and the surrounding community.

Unraveling the mystery of white matter in depression: A translational perspective on recent advances.

BackgroundNumerous cortical and subcortical structures have been studied extensively concerning alterations of their integrity as well as their neurotransmitters in depression. However, connections between these structures have received considerably less attention.ObjectiveThis systematic review presents results from recent neuroimaging as well as neuropathologic studies conducted on humans and other mammals. It aims to provide evidence for impaired white matter integrity in individuals expressing a depressive phenotype.MethodsA systematic database search in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines was conducted to identify imaging and postmortem studies conducted on humans with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder, as well as on rodents and primates subjected to an animal model of depression.ResultsAlterations are especially apparent in frontal gyri, as well as in structures establishing interhemispheric connectivity between frontal regions. Translational neuropathological findings point to alterations in oligodendrocyte density and morphology, as well as to alterations in the expression of genes related to myelin synthesis. An important role of early life adversities in the development of depressive symptoms and white matter alterations across species is thereby revealed. Data indicating that stress can interfere with physiological myelination patterns is presented. Altered myelination is most notably present in regions that are subject to maturation during the developmental stage of exposure to adversities.ConclusionTranslational studies point to replicable alterations in white matter integrity in subjects suffering from depression across multiple species. Impaired white matter integrity is apparent in imaging as well as neuropathological studies. Future studies should focus on determining to what extent influencing white matter integrity is able to improve symptoms of depression in animals as well as humans.

Fach- und sprachintegrierter Mathematikunterricht am Sprachanfang:

Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approaches are not only relevant for foreign language learning, but also for newly arrived immigrants. The integration of subject matter and explicit language learning can be beneficial for beginners if language learning opportunities are chosen according to the subject matter learning goals with rich and relevant discourse practices. Their realization requires adaptations in the lexical dimension (focused vocabulary) and the grammatical dimension (concerning the degree of grammatical difficulty). We have developed and investigated a CLIL arrangement for developing conceptual understanding of the mathematical concept of functions. By trace analysis, we have investigated how five newly arrived adolescents deal with grammatically challenging multi-word units (chunks) while developing a conceptual understanding. The analysis shows that challenging chunks can be acquired when they are carefully unfolded in mathematically coherent ways.

Curricular Integration in High School: Perspectives on Language and Language Arts

This dissertation aims to investigate planning and implemented strategies to integrate curricular components associated with Language and Language Arts in High School. To accomplish it, a teacher research [13] was developed. The chosen methodological design was organized in two consecutive phases. The first one has a bibliographical and documental nature. It aimed to analyze integration which already existed within the curricular components and among them, in the context of a Technical School in Sao Paulo State. The second phase is empirical and the researcher took part as a teacher, introducing in his classes of Portuguese Language and Literature the identified integration of the first phase in order to analyze the students’ perceptions concerning subject matter integration within the Language area. In conclusion, curricular integration can start by the teacher’s attitude towards content inside the classroom. Beyond the interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approach, teacher can start by a specific topic that he needs to teach and establish relationships with other subjects and curricular components. Finally, this research shows that teacher-research collaborates to professionalization of teachers. Apart from that, specifically within Language courses, this research indicates that Literature has the potential to be a great center of curricular integration.

Better Correlation of Cognitive Function to White Matter Integrity than to Blood Supply in Subjects with Leukoaraiosis.

Leukoaraiosis is associated with increased risk of cognitive impairment, but its pathophysiological pathway is unclear. The aim of the present study was to determine whether brain structural damage or cerebral blood supply better correlated with the global cognitive outcome in subjects with leukoaraiosis. Seventy-five subjects with leukoaraiosis were included in present study, with age ranged from 43 to 85 years, with mean white matter hyperintensities (WMH) volume 30.69 ± 24.35 mL. Among them, 19(25.33%) subjects presented with cerebral microbleeds (CMB) and 40 (53.33%) subjects presented with lacunes. These participants received arterial spin labeling perfusion MRI, diffusion-tensor imaging (DTI) and diffusion Kurtosis imaging. We analyzed the cerebral blood flow (CBF) by dividing the brain tissue into three regions: WMH, normal appearing white matter (NAWM) and cortex. After adjusting for age and gender, the CBF of NAWM was significantly correlated with fractional anisotropy (FA) (r = 0.336, p = 0.004) and mean diffusion (MD) (r = -0.271, p = 0.020) of NAWM, while there lacked of association between CBF of cortex and mean kurtosis (MK) of cortex (r = -0.015, p = 0.912). Meanwhile, both NAWM-FA (r = -0.443, p < 0.001) and NAWM-MD (r = 0.293, p = 0.012), as well as cortex-MK (r = -0.341, p = 0.012) was significantly correlated with WMH volume. Univariate regression analysis demonstrated that global cognitive function was significantly associated with mean FA or MD of both WMH and NAWM, and cortex-CBF, but neither with the cortex-MK, nor the presences of CMB or lacunes. Finally, multiple linear regression analysis revealed that global cognitive function was independently associated with NAWM-FA (standardized β = 0.403, p < 0.001) and WMH-FA (Standardized β = 0.211, p = 0.017), but not with the cortex-CBF. A model that contained NAWM-FA, WMH-FA and years of education explained 49% of the variance of global cognitive function. Cerebral perfusion status might have a significant impact on the maintenance of white matter integrity in subjects with leukoaraiosis. Global cognitive function was more strongly associated with white matter integrity than with blood supply. DTI parameters, especially FA could serve as a potent imaging indicator for detecting the invisible alteration of white matter integrity and implying its potential cognitive relevance.

“But Aren’t Diesel Engines Just for Big, Smelly Trucks?” An Interdisciplinary Curriculum Project for High School Chemistry Students

In a collaboration between the University of North Florida College of Education and Human Services and Sandalwood High School in Duval County, Florida, social studies and science education professors and a science teacher worked together to develop student understanding about the limited use of diesel-fueled cars in the United States when compared to the countries of Europe. On the basis of discussions with a Sandalwood science faculty member and calls for subject matter integration from the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the National Research Council, the National Science Teachers Association, and the National Council on the Social Studies, we developed a collaborative teaching experience to both enhance high school science instruction and build stronger professional connections between college and high school faculty. Through this instruction, high school chemistry students examined the costs and benefits of using diesel vehicles and used this analysis to explain the differences be...

THE USE OF CASE STUDIES IN THE BUSINESS ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING

The paper is concerned with methodological aspects of using Case studies in Business English language teaching at University level. It emphasizes the benefits and opportunities of the Case study method as well as the role Case studies play in practicing and developing language, business communication and managerial skills. The paper analyses Case study as an example of Task-Based Learning (TBL) method which focuses on communicative approach towards problem solving tasks presented in authentic Case studies. The paper deals with language and subject matter integration in the creation and implementation of Case studies in the Business English classroom which involves collaborative work of English language and subject matter lecturers. The integrated approach strengthens both students’ subject matter knowledge and language competence. The result of lecturer collaboration is the creation of Case study “Rukisu teja” which is based on a real Latvian family-run business and can be incorporated into both Business English and Entrepreneurship courses.

THE USE OF CASE STUDIES IN THE BUSINESS ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING

The paper is concerned with methodological aspects of using Case studies in Business English language teaching at University level. It emphasizes the benefits and opportunities of the Case study method as well as the role Case studies play in practicing and developing language, business communication and managerial skills. The paper analyses Case study as an example of Task-Based Learning (TBL) method which focuses on communicative approach towards problem solving tasks presented in authentic Case studies. The paper deals with language and subject matter integration in the creation and implementation of Case studies in the Business English classroom which involves collaborative work of English language and subject matter lecturers. The integrated approach strengthens both students’ subject matter knowledge and language competence. The result of lecturer collaboration is the creation of Case study “Rukisu teja” which is based on a real Latvian family-run business and can be incorporated into both Business English and Entrepreneurship courses.

Subclinical White Matter Integrity in Subjects with Cumulative Lead Exposure

To evaluate microstructural changes in the white matter of patients who were exposed to lead and to compare differences in fractional anisotropy (FA) between these patients and control subjects. Institutional review board approval and subject informed consent were obtained for this HIPAA-compliant study. Nineteen factory workers who had been exposed to lead and 18 healthy volunteers who had not were enrolled. FA values and T2-weighted fluid-attenuation inversion-recovery magnetic resonance images were obtained at several regions of interest (the bilateral parietal, frontal, occipital, and temporal white matter and the genu and splenium of the corpus callosum). Lead levels were measured in the blood, midtibia, and patella. The Student t test was used to compare the difference in continuous variables between the two groups. Pearson correlation coefficients were used to assess the association between two variables. There were no significant differences in sex, age, body mass index, smoking history, betel nut consumption, or alcohol consumption between the factory workers and the volunteers. The number of milk drinkers among factory workers was significantly higher than that among volunteers (P < .001). The factory workers had significantly higher blood (P < .001), patella (P < .001), and midtibia (P = .005) lead levels than did the volunteers. Mean FA in the factory workers was lower than that in the volunteers at the same anatomic location; significant differences between the groups were noted bilaterally in the parietal, frontal, occipital, and temporal white matter. There was no significant difference in mean diffusivity values and mean T2 ratios between the factory workers and the volunteers. Decreased FA was associated with exposure to lead. Negative correlations between FA and blood, midtibia, and patella lead levels suggest that FA may be a useful index of early white matter damage. http://radiology.rsnajnls.org/cgi/content/full/2522080653/DC1.

A diffusion tensor MRI study of white matter integrity in subjects at high genetic risk of schizophrenia

Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) has previously shown compromised white matter integrity in frontotemporal white matter fibers in patients with schizophrenia, as indicated by reduced fractional anisotropy (FA). In the present study we investigated whether reduced white matter FA is also present in relatives of individuals with schizophrenia who are at high risk (HR) for genetic reasons. Twenty-two HR subjects, 31 patients with schizophrenia and 51 control subjects underwent DTI. We compared FA between the three groups in the cingulum cingulate gyri, the uncinate and the arcuate fasciculi and the anterior limb of the internal capsules (ALIC). A voxel-based analysis showed lower FA in patients with schizophrenia compared to controls in left and right uncinate ( p < 0.03), the left arcuate ( p < 0.03) and left and right ALIC ( p < 0.01). Using an automatic region-of-interest analysis, less sensitive to potential misregistration errors, produced essentially the same results, as well as reduced FA of the ALIC in the HR group compared to controls ( p < 0.05). This study replicates previous findings showing lower FA in frontotemporal white matter fibers of schizophrenia patients. We also found reduced FA in the ALIC of both patients and subjects at high risk of schizophrenia when compared to controls. This may be a possible indicator of the higher vulnerability of relatives to develop the disorder.

Facilitating Students' Integration of Textiles and Clothing Subject Matter. Part Two: Substantiating the Applicability of Proposed Structures

In recent history the field of textiles and clothing has witnessed a shift from a home economics to a professional (industry) focus and an increased effort to integrate elements of varied textiles and clothing subject matter around a common perspective. Literature elucidating the importance of integration of textiles and clothing subject matter has been written for the scholar and does not clearly explicate integration of subject matter for the student or how integration can serve his/her purpose of professional development. In part one we described the dimensions and components of an overarching model and a taxonomy of value (i.e., benefits derived from textile products and related environments) for use in the classroom to help students conceptually integrate subject matter to assist their professional development. In part two we utilize the concept of schema to justify the use of structures in fostering cognitive integration of subject matter. We substantiate the applicability of these structures for integrating textiles and clothing core subject matter by referring to educational materials used at universities within the United States. We also offer suggestions for application of these structures within one's program. We propose these working structures as a beginning for all faculty in textiles and clothing programs to develop a balanced integrative structure representing all aspects of the program and the larger textiles and apparel industry.

A Template for Organizing Efforts to Satisfy ABET EC 2000 Requirements

AbstractThis paper presents a template that departments may use to organize their efforts to satisfy ABET Engineering Criteria 2000 requirements. The template is based on the premise that each course in a BS curriculum should be designed to service well‐defined “Student Learning Tasks” that have been derived from program objectives. The template is such that, as a department creates files and documents to fill it, “Objectives of the Department” will derive from stakeholder demands; “Graduate Attributes” will derive from “Objectives of the Department”; a set of “Student Learning Tasks” will be associated with each “Graduate Attribute”; courses comprising the BS degree curriculum will cover all “Student Learning Tasks”; and a suitable scheme of assessment and self‐evaluation will connect all elements together for continuous improvement purposes. The template helps to clarify relations among EC 2000 components, and sifts content from format in doing so. Some information matrix formats are recommended, and the paper closes by indicating how program characteristics such as subject‐matter integration and cooperative learning may be defined using some of the matrices presented.

The NSF Foundation Coalition: The First Five Years

AbstractThe Foundation Coalition was funded in 1993 as the fifth coalition in the National Science Foundation's Engineering Education Coalitions Program. The member institutions—Arizona State University, Maricopa Community College District, Rose‐Hulman Institute of Technology, Texas A&amp;M University, Texas A&amp;M University ‐ Kingsville, Texas Woman's University, and the University of Alabama—have developed improved curricula and learning environment models that are based on four primary thrusts: integration of subject matter within the curriculum, cooperative and active learning, technology‐enabled learning, and continuous improvement through assessment and evaluation. This paper discusses the first five years of Coalition activities and major accomplishments to date.

Connecting and Creating for Learning: Integrating Subject Matter Across the Curriculum and the School

In this article, the authors explore a growing awareness of problems and current developments in classroom and schoolwide research on subject matter integration. Schwab's four common places—including the learner, the teacher, the content, and the context—provide a framework for examining subject matter integration from a language arts perspective. Two lines of classroom-based research are examined that were conducted in response to the lack of integration within the curriculum: Explanation and Responsive Elaboration in Reading and Cognitive Strategies in Writing. As a result of these two lines of research, researchers became more aware of the importance of understanding the complexity of integrating process into content within the context of the classroom and the school. A major shift toward schoolwide integration in two Professional Development School settings is described that was created in response to these research findings. Teachers and researchers within specific contexts generated and implemented integrated instruction and curriculum content collaboratively. The authors conclude with emerging questions and principles for stimulating thinking among teachers and researchers who work toward furthering understanding of language and subject matter integration within specific contexts.

Sharing Teaching Ideas: Earthquakes and Black Coffee

Logarithms were once taught to simplify calculations, but with the invention of the calculator, that rationale for motivation is no longer sufficient. Today's curriculum stresses the importance of the integration of subject matter. We can integrate the study of logarithms with investigations in the fields of geology and chemistry, thereby motivating our students to learn and appreciate the application of logarithms.

Music, Nursery-School and Kindergarten Methods, and Integration of Subjectmatter

Music, Nursery-School and Kindergarten Methods, and Integration of Subjectmatter

Chapter IV: Music, Nursery-School and Kindergarten Methods, and, Integration of Subjectmatter

Chapter IV: Music, Nursery-School and Kindergarten Methods, and, Integration of Subjectmatter

A Successful Experiment in Child Education

Previous articleNext article No AccessA Successful Experiment in Child EducationGrace E. BirdGrace E. Bird Search for more articles by this author PDFPDF PLUS Add to favoritesDownload CitationTrack CitationsPermissionsReprints Share onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditEmail SectionsMoreDetailsFiguresReferencesCited by The Elementary School Journal Volume 30, Number 7Mar., 1930 Article DOIhttps://doi.org/10.1086/456450 Views: 2Total views on this site Citations: 3Citations are reported from Crossref PDF download Crossref reports the following articles citing this article:R. Lynn READING READINESS AND THE PERCEPTUAL ABILITIES OF YOUNG CHILDREN, Educational Research 6, no.11 (Jul 2006): 10–15.https://doi.org/10.1080/0013188640060102 Chapter II: Methods of Teaching, Review of Educational Research 3, no.44 (Jun 2016): 316–337.https://doi.org/10.3102/00346543003004316 Chapter IV: Music, Nursery-School and Kindergarten Methods, and, Integration of Subjectmatter, Review of Educational Research 1, no.44 (Jun 2016): 294–303.https://doi.org/10.3102/00346543001004294