Level Of Literacy Skills Research Articles

Students’ Mathematical Literacy Ability: Evaluation of Validity and Reliability

Mathematical literacy is the ability to understand, use and convey mathematical concepts in various contexts known as mathematical literacy. In Indonesia, the level of students’ mathematical. Mathematical literacy is the ability to understand, use, and convey mathematical concepts in various contexts known as mathematical literacy. In Indonesia, the level of students' mathematical literacy skills is still low. This research aims to evaluate the validity and reliability of mathematical literacy test instruments using Rasch Model and SPSS. This research used a quantitative method with a survey approach involving 100 high school students from various demographic backgrounds, the instrument must be valid and reliable to ensure accurate measurement. The results of the analysis showed that the instruments tested has the same result which is invalid on item 5 and have good reliability of 0.639.

Literacy entrepreneurship exploration: Students' perceptions of business opportunities in language and literature

Literacy entrepreneurship is a field of entrepreneurship that focuses on developing language and literature-based products and services to strengthen literacy culture in society. The role of higher education is very important in fostering the entrepreneurial spirit of literacy. Research shows that many students still face challenges in developing literacy-based businesses, such as a lack of knowledge about business management, unsupportive attitudes, and inadequate practical skills. Therefore, it is important to explore the level of entrepreneurial literacy knowledge, attitudes and skills among college students in order to design effective educational programs. Entrepreneurship education in higher education does not only focus on opening a business, but also on forming character, mindset and entrepreneurial behavior. This research aims to fill this gap by analyzing the level of knowledge, attitudes and literacy entrepreneurial skills of students, as well as providing recommendations for developing a more effective and comprehensive literacy entrepreneurship education curriculum. It is hoped that the research results can be used by higher education institutions to design programs that are more suited to student needs and support the development of literacy entrepreneurship education programs

Assessment of digital literacy and user experience in patients with cochlear implants

Abstract Introduction The cochlear implant (CI) is the treatment of choice for people affected by deafness or profound hearing loss. Patients with cochlear implants (PwCIs) can enhance their hearing outcomes using digital hearing training programs (dHTPs). Current technological trends leans towards personalized, AI-driven dHTPs, aiming to optimize user experience (UX) and adherence. This study aims to investigate the digital literacy skills and UX of PwCI before and after testing a prototype of a dHTP with an AI-driven design (TraiCI). Methods Two research-specific questionnaires developed by the Hearing Center Düsseldorf (QDL and QUX) were used to assess digital literacy skills and user experience in TraiCI. Additionally, the User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ) was employed to evaluate general user experience. The UEQ assesses software quality across dimensions such as transparency and stimulation using paired opposites. Results 22 outpatient PwCIs the Hearing Center Düsseldorf with unilateral or bilateral CI (mean age 54 years; SD = 15) were included. In QDL, PmCI demonstrated high levels of digital literacy skills. The majority of PmCI (80.6%) reported prior experience with dHTP. Usage of these programs occurred daily to multiple times per week within the first six months after CI treatment, with session durations predominantly ranging from 10 to 30 minutes. QUX data indicated a smooth initiation process (70.8%) and seamless login experience (95.5%). The UEQ addressed various aspects of user experience, with ‘transparency’ receiving the highest scores (MW = 1.9; SD = 0.6), while ‘stimulation’ received the least positive ratings (MW = 0.0; SD = 2.1). Conclusions The results show a high degree of digital literacy among PwCIs. They encountered minimal challenges in operating hardware and software components. Further refinement is necessary to align with PwCI’s expectations and maximize benefits. Early and iterative involvement of PwCIs in future projects could optimize outcomes. Key messages • The study highlights the proficient digital literacy skills of cochlear implant patients (PwCIs). • Further refinement of dHTPs is needed to better align with PwCIs’ expectations and maximize benefits, emphasizing the importance of iterative involvement for optimized outcomes.

Penerapan Teori Behavioristik Classical Conditioning Oleh I.P Pavlov dalam Pembelajaran IPA Siswa Kelas 5 Sekolah Dasar

This research was conducted in response to a number of difficulties faced as well as the low level of interest in learning from grade 5 elementary school students in the context of science learning. This study focuses on the science learning ability of grade 5 students in elementary schools in response to the results of PISA 2018, Indonesian Education Report Card Data, and AKM Scores which show the low level of students' science literacy skills. Using the Nonequivalent Pretest Posttest Control Group design, experimental research was conducted to evaluate the impact of the application of Behavioristic Classical Conditioning Theory by I.P Pavlov in science learning. Class V students were divided into experimental and control groups with the Cluster Random Sampling Technique. The test method was used to collect science learning ability data, and the data analysis used the Polled Variance T test due to homogeneous data variance. The results showed a significant difference in science learning ability between the group that applied the Behavioristic Classical Conditioning Theory and the control group. The implications of this research provide a solid foundation for designing effective learning strategies in the future, focusing on curriculum development and learning approaches that can enhance students' understanding and interest in learning. As an effort to improve the quality of science learning in elementary schools, this research provides significant conceptual and applicative contributions.

Empowering lifelong learning

Postgraduate students have lot of workload, which makes them to search for information in electronic resource databases. However, they require digital literacy skills to ensure they can access educational resources online effectively, supporting lifelong learning and research. Existing literature indicates that many users in Kenyan university libraries do not fully utilize electronic resources due to an inadequacy of digital literacy skills. Although electronic resources in libraries are globally acknowledged for aiding research, challenges persist due to technological advancements, necessitating digital literacy skills for effective searching, retrieval and utilization. The objective of the study was to investigate the level and application of digital literacy skills of postgraduate students in facilitating adequate usage of electronic resources. A mixed-method approach was adopted taking on survey design and utilizing concurrent parallel design when interpreting and deriving conclusions. Quantitative data was collected from postgraduate students and qualitative data from library staff. The sample consisted of 118 postgraduate students randomly sampled from 150 postgraduate students and 5 librarians out of 7 were purposively sampled. Qualitative data was analysed using content analysis while quantitative data was analysed using frequency distribution and cross tabulation methods. Tables, charts, graphs and thematic discussions were used to present the data. The key findings of the study revealed that postgraduate students possess different levels of digital literacy skills, majority of postgraduates and librarian’s digital literacy skills were inadequate; majority of the respondents stated that ICT facilities were inadequate. The study concludes that the digital literacy skills of postgraduate students and librarians are inadequate and this limits the utilization of electronic resources. The study recommends librarians to offer regular digital literacy and electronic resources training to improve the level of digital literacy skills of postgraduate students, increase and improve on ICT facilities at Moi University Library.

Comparison of item characteristic analysis models of reading literacy test with polytomous Item Response Theory

This study aims to compare the analysis model of the characteristics of reading literacy items with the polytomous item response theory, which uses the Graded Response Model (GRM), Partial Credit Model (PCM), Generalized Partial Credit Model (GPCM), and Nominal Reasons Model (NRM). This research is quantitative research in nature, and secondary data were used from about 1000 test takers’ responses to reading literacy items in the 2018 reading literacy study analyzed with the R program. This model comparison was carried out so that the analysis results obtained were more accurate in representing the level of reading literacy skills in Indonesia. The results show that the GPCM model is the fit model with an AIC value of 23753.89 and a BIC value of 24042.45, and the number of suitable testlets is 7 out of a total of 7 testlets. Based on the relationship between information function scores and SEM, reading literacy items provide higher information when participants’ abilities range between -2.3 and +2.

Membuka Akses Generasi Zenial Dengan Meningkatkan Literasi dan Keterampilan Investasi Melalui Pembentukan Galeri Edukasi

Generation Z has great potential to change the economy, but low literacy and investment skills can hinder their ability to achieve financial independence and manage their finances effectively. Therefore, the aim of this service is to provide literacy related to finance and investment to help them manage their finances wisely, fundamentally change their views on finances, and enable them to make smarter investment decisions and build a more stable and financial future. sustainable. The methods used in this service include the establishment of an Education Gallery which is designed to provide information, training and resources related to financial literacy and investment. This gallery will hold various activities such as seminars, Focus Group Discussions, as well as provide educational material that is easily accessible and understood by generation Z. The targeted output of this service is increasing the level of literacy and investment skills among generation Z. With the hope that after participating in this program, generation Z will be able to understand the concept of financial management, the basic concepts of investment, understand the risks and opportunities in investing, and be able to make better financial plans for their future. Thus, through innovative and sustainable approaches such as the establishment of the Education Gallery, this community service aims to make a significant contribution in improving the welfare and financial sustainability of generation Z, as well as strengthening the economic foundation of society as a whole, This can be seen from the results of the post-test of participants after taking part in the training, their understanding of investment has increased.

Domesticating Human Capital

This article investigates the consumption of knowledge in early modern Amsterdam. A dataset of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century probate inventories is employed to examine the synergies and inequalities between the skilled and educated middle classes and the intellectual elites. A series of democratisation waves in the ownership of books, writing equipment, and measuring tools confirms the unprecedented levels of basic literacy and numeracy skills in the urban centres of the early modern Low Countries revealed by research on signature proficiency and age heaping. The concentration of secular books and advanced knowledge objects in the hands of a small but growing group of affluent households, on the other hand, corresponds to other research that has fixated instead on the role of upper-tail human capital in scientific, technological, and economic progress. Yet, the relatively low value estimates of libraries and scientific instruments, together with a more qualitative examination of two amateur scientists of middling background, dovetails with the hypothesis that the Dutch Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment were marked by a close interaction and mobility between craftsmen and scientists. An above-average income and enough leisure time to develop intellectual interests could be sufficient for inhabitants of Amsterdam to cross the Rubicon from consuming to (re)producing knowledge.

The Influence of the Application of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Approach Assisted by Assemblr Edu on Improving the Scientific Literacy Skills of Elementary School Students

This study is motivated by the low level of scientific literacy skills among students. The objective of this research is to measure the improvement and determine the influence of learning using the STEM approach assisted by Assemblr Edu, compared to learning that uses the Scientific approach. The research method employed is Quasi-Experimental with a non-equivalent control group design and purposive sampling technique. The research sample consists of 30 students in both the experimental and control groups. The instruments used in this study include a scientific literacy skills test and non-test instruments such as student worksheets and documentation. Data analysis results show that learning with the STEM approach assisted by Assemblr Edu has a significant influence on students' scientific literacy skills, with an effect size of 57.6%. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the STEM approach assisted by Assemblr Edu has a significant correlation and positive impact on scientific literacy skills. Learning through the application of the STEM approach assisted by Assemblr Edu demonstrates an influence of 57.6%, indicating that the implementation of the STEM approach assisted by Assemblr Edu impacts the improvement of students' scientific literacy skills.

Sociodigital Determinants of eHealth Literacy and Related Impact on Health Outcomes and eHealth Use in Korean Older Adults: Community-Based Cross-Sectional Survey.

eHealth literacy is an essential skill for pursuing electronic health information, particularly for older people whose health needs increase with age. South Korea is now at the intersection of a rapidly digitalizing society and an increasingly aged population. eHealth literacy enables older people to maximize the effective use of emerging digital technology for their health and quality of life. Understanding the eHealth literacy of Korean older adults is critical to eliminating the gray digital divide and inequity in health information access. This study aims to investigate factors influencing eHealth literacy in older Korean adults and its impact on health outcomes and eHealth use. This was a cross-sectional survey. Community-dwelling older adults 65 years and older in 2 urban cities in South Korea were included. eHealth literacy was measured by the eHealth Literacy Scale. Ordinal logistic regression was used to analyze factors associated with eHealth literacy and multivariate ANOVA for the impact of eHealth literacy on health outcomes and eHealth use. In total, 434 participants were analyzed. A total of 22.3% (97/434) of participants had high eHealth literacy skills. Increasing age, higher monthly income, and time spent on the internet were significantly associated with eHealth literacy (P<.001), and social media users were 3.97 times (adjusted odds ratio 3.97, 95% CI 1.02-15.43; P=.04) more likely to have higher skill. Higher eHealth literacy was associated with better self-perceived health and frequent use of digital technologies for accessing health and care services (P<.001). Disparity in socioeconomic status and engagement on the internet and social media can result in different levels of eHealth literacy skills, which can have consequential impacts on health outcomes and eHealth use. Tailored eHealth interventions, grounded on the social and digital determinants of eHealth literacy, could facilitate eHealth information access among older adults and foster a digitally inclusive healthy aging community.

INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AND INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS ON LIBRARY USE AMONG STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN BORNO STATE, NIGERIA

This study examines the influence of information and communication technology and information literacy skills on library use among students of tertiary institutions in Borno state. The study was guided by three (3) objectives and three (3) research questions. A survey research design was adopted for the study and seventeen thousand five hundred and seventeen (17,517) registered library users were used as target population. While, the sample size for the study was one thousand and eighteen (1,018) users drawn from the target population using Krejcie, and Morgan (1970) table for determining sample size. Systematic sampling technique was used to ascertain the respective sample of the study. Thus, 1,018 copies of questionnaire were distributed to respondents and response rate recorded was 742(73%) which was used for data analysis. Data were gathered through self-designed questionnaire and were analysed using descriptive statistics of frequency count and percentages. Findings indicated that the level of information literacy skills among students of tertiary institutions in Borno State is low and majority of respondents agreed that their little ICT skills and literacy are impactful on their library usage. Based on the findings, it is recommended that more ICT awareness and training should be acquired by the students, especially from their institutions.

Innovative Knowledge Management in Minangkabau: A Comparative Study of Librarians and Teachers for Literacy Improvement

This study aims to explore and compare knowledge management practices in Minangkabau, implemented by librarians and classroom teachers in the context of primary education, and their impact on improving students' literacy skills. Knowledge management has significant potential in optimizing learning outcomes through effective knowledge management. This research uses a qualitative method with a comparative approach to understand the best strategies for improving student literacy. Results suggest that librarians have a better literacy skill level than teachers. Through comparative analysis between librarians and classroom teachers, it is hoped that it can provide in-depth insights into effective collaboration and how to overcome challenges in improving the quality of literacy in primary schools.

Level of Financial Literacy Skills and Managerial Decision Implication among University Managers

Level of Financial Literacy Skills and Managerial Decision Implication among University Managers

Development and validation of a health literacy scale for family caregivers of older people with chronic illness

BackgroundFamily caregivers (FCs) encounter a variety of health problems in older people with chronic illness, necessitating a certain level of health literacy to access, understand, appraise and apply health information and services. This study aimed to develop and validate a scale for measuring health literacy among FCs of older people with chronic illness.MethodsConcept mapping was first employed to develop a conceptual model of health literacy of FCs. Scale domains were derived from the conceptual model, and item generation was performed using deductive and inductive methods. Quantitative methods, including merging scale dimensions and items, expert reviews, cognitive interviews, and item reduction analysis, were used to refine the scale. Confirmatory factor analysis was employed to validate the scale’s structure. Concurrent validity, internal consistency, and test-retest reliability were also examined.ResultsA 20-dimension conceptual model was developed, and 60 items were generated for the scale. Expert review (content validity index > 0.85) and cognitive interview with FCs confirmed the relevance and clarity of the majority of the generated scale items. Confirmatory factor analysis with 451 FCs of older people with chronic illness supported a 5-factor structure (symptom management, daily personal care and household tasks, care coordination, communication and relationship with the care recipient, and self-care of caregivers) with 42 finalized scale items, including four levels of health literacy skills (accessing, understanding, appraising and applying health information). Concurrent validity with the European Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLS-EU-Q47) was satisfactory (r = 0.67, p < 0.01). The Cronbach’s α coefficient of the scale was 0.96, with subscales ranging from 0.84 to 0.91. The two-week test-retest reliability was 0.77 (p < 0.01).ConclusionThis study developed a conceptual model explaining the concept and factors of health literacy among FCs of older people with chronic illness that could provide the groundwork for future studies in developing relevant evidence-based interventions. A new Health Literacy Scale-Family Caregiver (HLS-FC) with satisfactory psychometric properties was developed in this study, which can be utilized to identify caregivers with insufficient health literacy and facilitate timely interventions by healthcare professionals.

Exploring the World of Numeracy: An Analysis of Third-Grade Elementary School Students

Numeracy literacy is a crucial skill that students must master, as strong numeracy skills can support other forms of literacy. However, in some regions, numeracy skills are still at a relatively low level. This is the reason behind conducting research aimed at assessing the numeracy literacy skills of third-grade students in elementary schools. This research is of a quantitative descriptive nature, involving a sample of 32 subjects. Data collection methods include interviews, observations, and tests. The interactive data analysis model consists of three main steps: data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions (verification). The research results indicate that students' numeracy literacy skills are in the low category. This is evident from the calculated scores of each student. The study also identifies, among the six components of numeracy literacy measured in this research, that the indicator requiring the most attention is the use of measurement tools, including topics such as length, time, area, and others. This condition is supported by findings from other methods, which reveal that teachers have relatively low awareness when it comes to using concrete teaching materials. This is one of the factors contributing to the low level of numeracy literacy skills.

아동양육시설 초등학생들의 기초문해력 실태 조사

The purpose of this study was to examine the level of basic literacy skills among elementary school students in residential child care institution based on their reading development. A total of 118 students participated in the reading screening test. According to the results of the screening test, students with severe reading difficulties were classified as ‘at risk’, students with reading difficulties were classified as ‘some risk’, and students with average and above average reading levels were classified as ‘typical’. The ‘at risk’ students were administered the Korean language acquisition and word recognition tests, while students in the ‘some risk’, and ‘typical’, were administered the reading fluency and comprehension tests. The main research findings are as follows. First, elementary school students in residential child care institution generally showed low levels of basic literacy skills. Second, almost students in the ‘at risk’ group were found to have difficulty in word recognition. Third, students in the ‘some risk’ and ‘typical’ groups were found to have greater difficulty in reading comprehension than reading fluency. Based on these research results, implications for enhancing basic literacy skills of elementary school students in residential child care institution were proposed.

Video Animasi Sparkol sebagai Media Pembelajaran Literasi dan Numerasi Sekolah Dasar Muhammadiyah 24 Surabaya

Indonesia is one of the countries with a low level of literacy and numeracy skills. The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) continues to strive to realize a culture of literacy and numeracy and encourage Indonesian people to be able to improve literacy and numeracy skills. Literacy and numeracy are very important skills that are built early and practiced from an early age so that they like literacy and make children a fun habit. The method used in research is a qualitative approach, because researchers want to explore the development, application, and impact of learning media. The research took place at SD Muhammadiyah 24 Surabaya. In data collection researchers use observation, interviews and documentation. Researchers use triangulation techniques to check the validity of the data in this study and activities in data analysis, namely data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification. This research is expected to contribute to the development of skills in facing 21st century education in the digital era, as well as produce scientific work that contributes to the development of science and technology.

Ocena kompetencji informacyjnych uczniów liceum – przykład toruński

Information literacy lies at the heart of lifelong learning and is a prerequisite for effective participation in an information society. This article discusses the level of information literacy skills observed among Polish secondary school students, based on the example of two secondary schools in Toruń, with the information literacy of the study population identified and characterised using the SCONUL Seven Pillars of Information Literacy model, and also compared with the students’ self-assessment of their information skills and knowledge. The majority of students were classified as competent, having mastered information skills to a satisfactory degree in most of the pillars analysed, although competency areas in need of educational efforts were also identified.

Kecakapan Literasi Digital Para Penyintas Online Gender-Based Violence

The digital literacy index in Indonesia continues to increase. However, apart from increasing the literacy index, the number of online gender-based violence (online GBV) is in the high category. This research aims to determine the level of digital literacy skills of survivors of online gender-based violence in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. This research aims to understand the digital literacy skills of online GBV completers so that it becomes a consideration for related parties in efforts to improve digital literacy skills. This research was studied using 10 digital literacy competencies by Japelidi. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with the research object being eight online GBV editors in the DIY area. The results of this research indicate that participants have not fulfilled the evaluation and collaboration competencies on digital platforms. Participants have not been able to choose the correct content and only follow the opinions of other people (netizens). Participants also have not been able to use their critical powers to initiate communities on online platforms to resolve online GBV problems.

Effectiveness of Differentiated Learning in Improving Literacy and Numeracy of Primary School Students

Literacy and numeracy are one of the critical thinking skills in solving daily life problems that must be possessed by every individual. Based on data obtained from PISA, the level of literacy and numeracy skills in Indonesia is still relatively low, which ranks 62nd out of 70 countries. Therefore, efforts are needed to improve literacy and numeracy skills, one of which is through Differentiated Learning Activities. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of differentiated learning implementation in improving students' literacy and numeracy skills. The subjects of this study were fifth grade students one of elementary school in Pasuruan with a total of 18 students. The instruments used in this study were pretest and post-test sheets, observation sheets, and documentation. The method used in this research is an experiment with a pre-experimental design (One Group Pretest-Posttest) using the t test. Data collection techniques are observation, tests (pretest and posttest), and documentation. This study found that the application of differentiated learning can improve the literacy and numeracy skills of elementary school students. This is obtained from the results of the t test which shows that literacy skills obtained a significance value = 0.04452 and numeracy skills obtained a significance value = 0.000938 with α = 0.05. Based on the test criteria that the significance value &lt;0.05 means that differentiated learning can improve students' literacy and numeracy skills. In addition, the average score of the post-test results on literacy skills is 73.611. While the average score of the post-test results on numeracy skills is 70.277 so that the average result of normalized gain with a literacy ability value of 0.53 and a numeracy ability value of 0.58. The differentiated learning activities that have been carried out can improve students' literacy and numeracy skills.