Literacy Problems Research Articles

Evaluation of a Pilot Protocol for Detecting Infant Hyperopia.

Highly hyperopic children are at greater risk for developing conditions such as strabismus, amblyopia, and early literacy and reading problems. High hyperopia is a common finding in infants in a pediatric medical practice, and early detection can be done effectively in that setting with tropicamide autorefraction. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a pilot screening program to detect high hyperopia in 2-month-old infants in a pediatric medical practice in Columbus, Ohio. Cycloplegic refractive error (1% tropicamide) was measured by retinoscopy and autorefraction with the Welch Allyn SureSight (Welch Allyn/Hillrom, Skaneateles Falls, NY) in 473 infants (55.4% female) who were undergoing their 2-month well-baby visit at their pediatrician's medical practice. Cycloplegic retinoscopy (1% cyclopentolate) was repeated at a subsequent visit in 35 infants with ≥+5.00 D hyperopia in the most hyperopic meridian during the screening. Twenty-eight infants (5.9%) had high hyperopia (spherical equivalent, ≥+5.00 D), and 61 (12.9%) had high hyperopia (≥+5.00 D in at least one meridian of at least one eye) by retinoscopy with 1% tropicamide. The mean ± standard deviation spherical equivalent tropicamide cycloplegic refractive error measured with retinoscopy was +2.54 ± 1.54 D (range, -3.25 to +7.00 D) and with SureSight was +2.29 ± 1.64 D (range, -2.90 to +7.53 D). Retinoscopy done using 1% cyclopentolate was 0.44 ± 0.54 D more hyperopic in spherical equivalent than with 1% tropicamide ( P < .001). High hyperopia was a common finding in 2-month-old infants in a pediatric medical setting that could be detected effectively by cycloplegic autorefraction using tropicamide. Greater cooperation between pediatric primary vision and medical care could lead to effective vision screenings designed to detect high hyperopia in infants.

Финансовая грамотность как необходимая составляющая системы подготовки кадров высшей квалификации

The article is devoted to the analysis of the problem of financial literacy of young people based on the results of a sociological survey, in which 158 students of Omsk universities of various areas of training took part. The relevance of teaching financial literacy in a modern university according to a 5-point system was rated by about 80% of respondents at least 4 points. Thus, the results of the study allow us to conclude that it is necessary to introduce special courses on financial literacy in the system of training highly qualified personnel or to include relevant sections in the study of disciplines of economic-mathematical and information-technological cycles.

Improving Mental Health Literacy and Reducing Psychological Problems Among Teachers in Zambia: Protocol for Implementation and Evaluation of a Wellness4Teachers Email Messaging Program

Primary, basic, secondary, and high school teachers are constantly faced with increased work stressors that can result in psychological health challenges such as burnout, anxiety, and depression, and in some cases, physical health problems. It is presently unknown what the mental health literacy levels are or the prevalence and correlates of psychological issues among teachers in Zambia. It is also unknown if an email mental messaging program (Wellness4Teachers) would effectively reduce burnout and associated psychological problems and improve mental health literacy among teachers. The primary objectives of this study are to determine if daily supportive email messages plus weekly mental health literacy information delivered via email can help improve mental health literacy and reduce the prevalence of moderate to high stress symptoms, burnout, moderate to high anxiety symptoms, moderate to high depression symptoms, and low resilience among school teachers in Zambia. The secondary objectives of this study are to evaluate the baseline prevalence and correlates of moderate to high stress, burnout, moderate to high anxiety, moderate to high depression, and low resilience among school teachers in Zambia. This is a quantitative longitudinal and cross-sessional study. Data will be collected at the baseline (the onset of the program), 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months (the program midpoint), and 12 months (the end point) using web-based surveys. Individual teachers will subscribe by accepting an invitation to do so from the Lusaka Apex Medical University organizational account on the ResilienceNHope web-based application. Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 25 with descriptive and inferential statistics. Outcome measures will be evaluated using standardized rating scales. The Wellness4Teachers email program is expected to improve the participating teachers' mental health literacy and well-being. It is anticipated that the prevalence of stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, and low resilience among teachers in Zambia will be similar to those reported in other jurisdictions. In addition, it is expected that demographic, socioeconomic, and organizational factors, class size, and grade teaching will be associated with burnout and other psychological disorders among teachers, as indicated in the literature. Results are expected 2 years after the program's launch. The Wellness4Teachers email program will provide essential insight into the prevalence and correlates of psychological problems among teachers in Zambia and the program's impact on subscribers' mental health literacy and well-being. The outcome of this study will help inform policy and decision-making regarding psychological interventions for teachers in Zambia. PRR1-10.2196/44370.

The Principal Management in Digital Literacy Empowerment of Elementary School Teachers

This study aims to describe the principal's management in empowering teachers' digital literacy in elementary schools. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach. The subjects used in this study were principals of public elementary schools in Simo Boyolali, Indonesia. The total subjects who participated were eight principals. Data collection techniques are used in the interview, questionnaire, observation, and documentation studies. The discussion in the preliminary study, interview, and observation are to find out the problems of managing principals' digital literacy and digital literacy problems for teachers in online learning. The data analysis technique in this study uses Miles and Hubarman’ analysis techniques, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The data validation used source triangulation and technique triangulation. The results show that, first, the need for principals in digital literacy with the highest acquisition of ICT indicators in principal management is 57.53%; indicators for accessing information from the internet in the leadership process are 56.22%, and indicators for teacher support in using ICT are 54.87%. Second, the principle of empowering teachers' digital literacy requires steps: identifying, planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling. This research implies that digital literacy skills have an important impact on improving the professionalism of teachers, especially in the online learning process.

ANALYSIS OF STUDENT'S ABILITY TO SOLVE MATHEMATICAL LITERACY PROBLEMS IN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE CITY AREA

Mathematical literacy problems require counting and solving mathematical problems in daily life. This study aims to analyze the ability of junior high school students to solve mathematical literacy problems. This qualitative research uses a case study approach with the subject of 15 junior high school students in the city area. The instrument in this study is six mathematical literacy questions oriented to PISA test questions and interview guidelines. The data analysis technique in this study is thematic analysis. This study's results show three groups of students' abilities in solving mathematical literacy problems based on their initial abilities: Time Stone, Power Stone, and Mind Stone

Teaching literacy in multilingual settings: diversity and opportunity – report

A number of assessment instruments declared that literacy problems exist among diverse classrooms. Other studies previously conducted also noted and underlined literacy concerns in the multilingual environment. This paper investigated how different sources and experts attempted to explain literacy instruction and challenges in multilingual and multicultural environments. It also aims to identify and explore the realities and perspectives widely experienced by practitioners who have taught in multilingual settings. The researcher also generously shared his thoughts as he combined his wealth of experience to the ideas and views offered by experts. After a critical analysis of the anecdotes and stories mentioned in this paper, helpful and insightful conclusions are offered to assist and guide novice reading and literacy teachers in their quest for information, practices, and strategies. The realities and lessons from literacy instruction in multilingual and diverse learning environments revealed that opportunity, inclusion, equality, and equity are feasible and possible for reading and literacy teachers who are willing to be a catalyst of transitions and innovations./ Keywords: multilingual setting, literacy instruction, practices, diversity, education

Student’s Mathematical Literacy: A Study from The Perspective of Ethnomathematics Context in North Sulawesi Indonesia

Mathematical literacy skills are essential for students. This study analyzed students’ mathematical literacy skills in solving mathematical literacy problems using an ethnomathematics context. The research subjects were students of class VIII SMP Negeri 2 Tondano, Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi Province. This research uses the descriptive analysis method. The data was obtained through a test of mathematical literacy questions with an ethnomathematical context. The instruments used consisted of tests and interviews. The results showed that 87.5% of high-grade students could solve problems in formulating competence, while for middle-grade students, 67.6% of students and 31% of low-grade students. For employ competence, there are 71.5% high-grade students, 47.5% middle-grade students, and 3.3% low￾grade students. Meanwhile, for interpreting competence, there are 55% of high-grade students, 13.3% of middle-grade students, and 1.3% of low-grade students. These results indicate that the mathematical literacy ability of students in answering mathematical literacy problem in an ethnomathematics context are relatively low.

SOSIALISASI LITERASI KEUANGAN BAGI ANGGOTA PAGUYUBAN PEMANDIAN ALAM SEJUK (PAS) DI KABUPATEN SIMALUNGUN

The development of tourism in Simalungun Regency after the Covid 19 pandemic has started to get excited again, one of the attractions is the Pemandian Alam Sejuk (PAS) in Nagori Mariah Jambi. Paguyuban PAS is the manager of this tourist attraction. The development of this tourism object is still a lot of obstacles, one of which is fundamentally the problem of understanding financial literacy from Paguyuban PAS Members. This community service activity aims to provide understanding and education about the importance of financial literacy and good tourism management for Paguyuban PAS members. Based on the results of activities in the socialization of financial literacy and tourism management for Paguyuban PAS members, it can be concluded that the PAS Paguyuban members have low understanding of financial literacy, PAS Paguyuban members have low understanding in managing tourism objects properly, and the local government is not paying attention to providing infrastructure. and facilities around the PAS tourist area

Teachers’ Challenges and Strategies in Teaching Literacy Skills for Children with Special Needs

This research is motivated by the existence of various literacy problems in kindergarten and elementary school. The purpose of this research is to find out the challenges faced by teachers in teaching literacy to children and the teacher's strategy in teaching literacy to children with special needs. This research is qualitative research in which the data is collected through open-ended questionnaires and interviews and analyzed descriptively. Result:1) Not all teachers accompanying children with special needs have adequate knowledge in teaching basic literacy skills; teachers find it difficult to find appropriate learning programs and media to assist children with different abilities,2) Strategies to teach basic literacy: implementing adaptive learning programs, providing supporting facilities; using differentiated learning; teaching pre-academic abilities; learning with nature and all the senses in the teachable moment. Early childhood education is the formation period for preparing children to study in elementary school. Therefore, a collaboration between kindergarten and elementary teachers in teaching literacy is required

Analysis of the problems of Islamic financial literacy for Muslim scholars

Purpose – This study aims to investigate the problem of the literacy level on Islamic financial among the Ulama. This study uses data from scholars engaged in the field of da'wah Islamic community organizations, including Nahdatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah, Al-Washliyah, and the Indonesian Ulama Council located in North Sumatra.Methodology – This study employs descriptive qualitative approach with a case study as the research methods. In addition, the Analytic Network Process (ANP) technique with a weighted questionnaire given to informants is also used as the analytical technique. Weighting is done through comparison between criteria and sub-criteria.Findings –The results showed that problem of Islamic financial knowledge (at 29.80 percent) is the highest Islamic financial literacy problem. It then was followed by Islamic financial belief at 25.75 percent, financial attitudes at 16.97 percent, Islamic financial behavior at 17.69 percent, and the lowest was financial skill by 9.77 percent. Furthermore, the rate of agreement value of all respondents at 27 percent implies that the respondent's level of agreement on the priority order of Islamic financial literacy issues in the form of Islamic financial knowledge orientation, Islamic financial beliefs, financial attitudes, Islamic financial behavior, and financial skills is 27 percent.Implications – This research is a reference for regulators in formulating policy strategies to increase Islamic financial literacy in Indonesia.Originality – The novelty of this study is that it identifies the problems of Islamic financial literacy among scholars in North Sumatra by analyzing the opinions of experts from various groups of scholars and stakeholders of Islamic finance.

Analysis Analysis of mathematical literacy based on mathematical resilience of fifth grade elementary school students

This study aims to describe the literacy of students in solving mathematical literacy problems based on the level of mathematical resilience. This study used a case study qualitative research method. The research subjects were 20 grade V elementary school students for the 2020/2021 academic year. Data collection techniques using questionnaires, tests, and interviews. Processing the validity of data using technical triangulation techniques. Data analysis techniques using miles and hurry (reducing data, presenting data, drawing conclusions). The results of study showed that students with different levels of mathematical resilience have different mathematical literacy abilities. Students with high mathematical resilience have mathematical literacy skills, which are aspects of formulate, employ and interpret. Students with medium resilience have mathematical literacy skills, which are aspect of formulating problems, while students with low mathematical resilience do not have the three abilities of mathematical literacy.

Analyzing Students' Mathematical Communication Ability in Solving Numerical Literacy Problems

Analyzing Students' Mathematical Communication Ability in Solving Numerical Literacy Problems

Analyzing Students' Mathematical Communication Ability in Solving Numerical Literacy Problems

AbstrakMasih perlu ditingkatnya kemampuan komunikasi matematis siswa, menunjukkan bahwa perlu adanya analisis yang baik dan tepat untuk merancang langkah perbaikan yang efektif. Analisi kemampuan komunikasi matematis dapat memberikan deskripsi yang jelas berkaitan dengan kemampuan komunikasi matematis siswa. Oleh karena itu, tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan kemampuan komunikasi matematis siswa dalam menyelesaikan soal berciri literasi numerasi. Subjek penelitian ini adalah 6 siswa kelas VIII-B SMP Negeri 1 Pasrujambe. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian deskriptif. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah lembar tes tulis dan lembar pertanyaan tes lisan. Penelitian ini dilakukan melalui tahapan perencanaan, pelaksanaan dan tahap akhir. Teknik analisis data dalam penelitian ini terbagi menjadi tiga tahapan yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil dari penelitian diperoleh 4 kategori, antaralain: siswa dengan kemampuan komunikasi matematis tulis sedang dan komunikasi matematis lisan tinggi, siswa dengan kemampuan komunikasi matematis tulis sedang dan komunikasi matematis lisan sedang, siswa dengan kemampuan komunikasi matematis tulis rendah dan komunikasi matematis lisan sedang, serta siswa dengan kemampuan komunikasi matematis tulis rendah dan komunikasi matematis lisan rendah. AbstractThe necessity to improve students' mathematical communication skill indicates that a good and appropriate analysis is required to design effectively corrective measures. An analysis of mathematical communication skills could provide convinced descriptions related to students' mathematical communication abilities. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to describe students' mathematical communication abilities in solving numerical literacy questions. The participants of this study were six students of class VIII-B of SMP Negeri 1 Pasrujambe. The method used was a qualitative approach, specifically descriptive research. This study utilized written test sheets and oral test question sheets. This study was conducted through the stages of planning, executing, and finalizing stage. The data analysis technique was divided into three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study obtained 4 categories, including students with moderate written mathematical communication skills and high oral mathematical communication, students with moderate written mathematical communication skills and moderate oral mathematical communication skills, students with low written mathematical communication skills and moderate oral mathematical communication as well as students with low written mathematical communication skills and low oral mathematical communication skills.

Development of Mathematical Literacy Problems using East Kalimantan Context

A deep understanding of advanced mathematics is essential. This is without doubt. However, mathematics that is applicable on daily life is deemed more important. At least for the ones that does not belong to pure mathemacs field. One des not need to be a mathematics professor to be able to predict commute time to their work or to decide which clothes to buy with given amount of discount. This is also known as mathematical literacy. One of the key features of mathematical literacy is the integration of context. Developing or designing mathematical literacy task with local context is one of efforts to promote students’ mathematical literacy. This is because students are already familiar with the context hence they cam understand the problem statement better. The current study is design research aiming to develop mathematical literacy problems with East Kalimantan context. There are two phases in this research. The first phase is the preliminary phase. Here, PISA 2012 mathematics problems are reviewed and then researchers developed prototype problems with equal level but based on East Kalimantan context. There were nine mathematical literacy problems were developed in this phase. The second phase is the formative evaluation which consists of self evaluation, expert review and field test. From the process, nine valid items of problems with local context for measuring students’ mathematical literacy are obtained.

A Study on the Current Situation and Improvement Strategies of New Media Literacy for Students in Normal Colleges and Universities—A Case Study of Nanchang Normal University

With the development and popularization of new media technology, people’s ways of obtaining, communicating, and disseminating information have undergone profound changes. The level of new media literacy among students in normal colleges and universities not only affects their own growth and development but also relates to the quality and effectiveness of media education for primary and secondary school students. Taking Nanchang Normal College as an example, this study analyzes the current situation and existing problems of the new media literacy of normal students through questionnaires and interviews and puts forward the corresponding improvement strategies, including carry out multi-form and multi-channel popularization and publicity of new media literacy education, establish a systematic new media literacy education curriculum system, strengthen the diversification of teaching methods and evaluation methods, strengthening the expertise level of new media literacy for teachers in normal colleges and universities.

Цифровая грамотность в информационном пространстве в условиях современности

From online political campaigns to social Internet clubs, the environment of mass participation in Kazakhstan is becoming increasingly mediated by digital technologies or tools. In this article, the authors argue that digital literacy, or the ability to use electronic tools to extract, evaluate and create information, has become necessary for participation in various mass events and social activity in Kazakhstan, including those activities that relate to the sphere of social membership, civic, political and online participation. Using data from a nationally representative survey, several findings were illustrated that point to the power of digital literacy skills in empowering the public to participate in social networks, political activities and online social activism. In the course of the work, the following research questions arose – to what extent is digital literacy a predictor of mass participation? Due to the rapid development of technology, it is becoming increasingly difficult to pinpoint changes in technology and how they are used by different groups of people. The results obtained are of particular interest and can be used in research on digital literacy problems. The factual material that has entered scientific circulation, conclusions, assessments, and suggestions of the authors allow them to be used when creating general works on the issues under study

IMPROVING LITERACY SKILLS THROUGH STRENGTHENING THE QUALITY OF SCHOOL-BASED EDUCATION

The problem of literacy is one of the problems that must receive special attention from the people of Indonesia. This is because, in the last few decades, the competitiveness of Indonesian people has tended to be less competitive, one of which is due to the crisis of literacy culture. This literacy culture crisis is often related to quality in an educational institution. Thus, this study aims to understand strategies to improve the literacy skills through strengthening the quality of school-based education. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. The data in the study were obtained through observation, interviews and documentation techniques. The data is then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman data analysis technique which consists of data reduction, data display, and verification. The results of the study show that quality improvement oriented towards achieving literacy skills in students is carried out by; 1) reward and punishment for students, 2) teacher competence development, 3) learning orientation based on learning processes and outcomes, 4) teacher mastery of technological media, and 5) library visits.

済州の結婚移民女性の事例からみた言語使用様相

This study examines how foreign residents are supported for social participation and literacy in South Korea, which is one of the first to implement a social integration program that encourages early settlement from overseas, and provides suggestions for supporting a policy for such foreign residents in Japan. Focusing on the literacy problem of married immigrant women, which has been increasing in recent years in Jeju, South Korea, the paper analyses what kind of literacy problems married immigrant women are having in their social life and interaction with local communities. And I will examine what kind of support is needed for their social participation.

Reading Literacy Problems Of Senior High School Students

Latar belakang penelitian ini dilakukan mengacu pada peringkat literasi masyarakat Indonesia berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang dilakukan oleh PISA (Program untuk Penilaian Siswa Internasional) pada tahun 2019 yang belum meningkat secara signifikan dibandingkan dengan tahun sebelumnya. Sementara itu, pemerintah Indonesia telah melakukan program peningkatan literasi, terutama di sekolah dasar dan menengah. Selain itu, belum banyak penelitian tentang literasi membaca di Indonesia, khususnya di daerah Nusa Tenggara Barat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi masalah literasi membaca yang dihadapi oleh siswa di Sekolah Menengah Atas di Lombok Timur, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia. Desain penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan menggunakan studi kasus sebagai metode penelitian. Informan penelitian ini adalah guru sekolah, siswa, dan staf perpustakaan di lokasi penelitian. Tindakan, pernyataan, dan dokumentasi peserta yang terkait dengan masalah membaca literasi digunakan sebagai sumber data. Observasi dilakukan untuk mengetahui kondisi dan implementasi program di sekolah. Temuan dari pengamatan kemudian diklarifikasi dengan mewawancarai para peserta. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada empat masalah literasi yang dihadapi oleh siswa sekolah menengah dalam membaca literasi, yaitu (1) minat siswa dalam membaca, (2) ketersediaan bahan bacaan, (3) lingkungan membaca, dan (4) keterbatasan dalam menerapkan program sekolah literasi.

ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN LITERASI NUMERASI MAHASISWA DITINJAU DARI GAYA KOGNITIF REFLEKTIF DAN IMPULSIF

During the Covid-19 pandemic, there was a change in the education system, namely regular or face-to-face Numerical literacy ability is the ability or skill in using various kinds of numbers and symbols related to basic mathematics to solve practical problems in the context of everyday life. This study aims to determine the numeracy literacy ability of students in solving math problems in terms of reflective and impulsive cognitive styles. In looking at students' numeracy literacy skills, indicators of numeracy literacy abilities are used which are adjusted to the stages of the problem solving process. This research is a descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The research subjects consisted of 23 students of the Mathematics Education Study Program at the University of Papua. Data collection consisted of a numeracy literacy test, an MFFT (Matching Familiar Figure Test) test to determine cognitive style, interviews and documentation. The results of the MFFT test showed that there were 11 students with a reflective cognitive style, 9 students with an impulsive cognitive style, 1 student with a low accurate cognitive style, and 2 students with a fast accurate cognitive style. After that, 2 subjects with a reflective cognitive style were obtained which were supported by 2 subjects who had a tendency for a reflective cognitive style and 2 subjects who had an impulsive cognitive style. The results showed that the reflective subject one (SR1) the first reflective student completed the numeracy literacy problem in 91 minutes and the reflective subject two (SR2) completed the problem in 98 minutes, where the two subjects with the minute reflective style had exceeded the predetermined maximum time limit, namely 90 minutes. Impulsive subject one (SI1) completed the numeracy literacy test in 32 minutes. The second impulsive subject (SI2) completed the numeracy literacy test questions within 40 minutes. The two students completed it faster than the specified time limit of 90 minutes. Subjects with a cognitive-reflective style in solving problems take a long time but the results obtained tend to be correct or accurate, while subjects with an impulsive cognitive style seem to be in a hurry to answer and tend to be wrong