Schools In City Research Articles

Laboratory Adequacy and Students’ Attitude: the Determinant of Educational Outcome in Chemistry Practical in Secondary Schools in Ibadan Less City, Nigeria

Chemistry practical helps pupils to understand chemical concepts and create their own learning. Studies have revealed inadequate practical works in chemistry, and identified factors that may be responsible for this fallout with a view to improving the situation but the problem still persists. This study therefore examined if laboratory adequacy and students’ attitude will predict students’ learning outcome in chemistry practical. The population of the study comprised one 150 students and 10 teachers from 5 public senior secondary schools in Ibadan less city, Nigeria. The instruments used are: Chemistry Laboratory Adequacy Inventory (r=0.79), Chemistry Practical Achievement Test (CPAT) (r = 0.81), Students’ Attitudinal Scale (r=0.76). Descriptive and inferential statistics were used. The results revealed: students’ positive attitude in chemistry practical, students’ low achievement, inadequate laboratory facilities. Furthermore, it was revealed that laboratory facilities (β=.022P>.05); students’ attitude in chemistry practical (β=-.102,P >.05); are weak predictors of students’ achievement in chemistry practical. The study therefore recommends that chemistry teachers should improve on teaching chemistry practical, the Government at various levels should endeavor to build science laboratory, employ more chemistry teachers and supply schools with laboratory facilities

Mediating Effects of Work Values on The Roles and Qualities of School Leaders and Teachers Core Behavioral Competencies

The study investigates the mediating effects of work values on the roles and qualities of school leaders and teachers' core behavioral competencies. The research involved 100 public elementary school teachers from nine Del Remedio District, Division of San Pablo City schools, with the majority being female and married. The study used descriptive and correlational research methods to determine the relationship between leadership roles, qualities, and teacher performance. The questionnaire was divided into five parts: respondent profiles, perceptions about the mediating effects of work value in the roles and qualities of school leaders and teachers, and core behavioral competencies. The findings show a significant relationship between leadership roles and qualities and teacher performance and between teacher work values and performance in core behavioral competencies. Teachers' work values fully mediate this relationship. The study suggests that school leaders should be knowledgeable about their roles and qualities, provide necessary technical assistance, and prioritize professional growth for the benefit of the school. The Department of Education is actively working to develop these roles and qualities for better teacher performance.

Competing identities in diverse classrooms: mapping social and academic hierarchies in perceived inclusive utopias

ABSTRACT The concept of inclusion, which emphasises access to education and well-being for all students, is fundamental to Icelandic schools, but its aims and applications continue to be impacted by various social and academic barriers experienced by an increasing diversity of students. This article is an ethnographic study focusing on power relations in a seemingly inclusive classroom and school in the capital city of Reykjavík. The analysis draws on Bourdieu’s concept of social space to examine the classroom as a network of intersecting social positions. Data consists of participant observations, teacher interviews, and sociograms derived from student questionnaires. Findings suggest that the hierarchies found within the framework of inclusion are affected not only by social and academic relationships among students, such as those based on gender, ethnicity, class, and language or academic ability, but also by teacher and student perspectives on normative cultural practices that are intertwined with inclusive practices.

A conceptual model of internal audit capability model (IACM) development to improve accountability of education funding management in private high schools in Semarang city

A conceptual model of internal audit capability model (IACM) development to improve accountability of education funding management in private high schools in Semarang city

Understanding and Exploring the Food Preferences of Filipino School-Aged Children Through Free Drawing as a Projective Technique

Background and Objectives: Numerous traditional and innovative approaches have been employed to understand and evaluate children’s food preferences and food and nutrition knowledge, recognizing their essential role in shaping good nutrition. Drawing as a projective technique allows children to express their unconscious thoughts and preferences through visual representation, distinguishing it from other methods by providing an insight into their inner feelings and perceptions that may not be easily articulated through verbal techniques. The main goals of the study are to use drawing as a projective technique to gain insights into children’s food preferences, and to examine the children’s current nutrition knowledge and dietary perceptions. Methods: This study involved school-aged children from four public schools in San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, who met the inclusion criteria and provided parental consent and the children’s permission. Data collection included (a) questionnaires to measure food group and food frequency knowledge, the children’s opinions on food healthiness and likability, and (b) a drawing activity as a projective technique. The questionnaire scores and the specific foods on the children’s drawings were entered into an electronic worksheet and analyzed quantitatively. Results: The majority of Filipino school-aged children have a low (50%) to average (43%) level of food group knowledge and an average (62%) to low (32%) level of food frequency knowledge. The children can identify the healthiness of the food, but they express a liking for both healthy and unhealthy options. The children’s drawings showed a low preference for Glow food groups, including fruits and vegetables (47%), as compared to Grow foods (94%), Beverages (89%), and Go foods (85%) groups. “Rice and Egg”, the most paired items, indicated a preference among Filipino children. Gender-based analysis showed girls favored “Ice Cream”, “Bread”, “Apple”, and “Oranges” more than boys, but there were no significant gender differences found in Grow food group preferences. Conclusions: Children’s drawings are an effective, valuable complementary tool for understanding children’s food preferences, displaying the value of creative methods in gaining unique insights. The results highlight specific gaps in knowledge, such as the need for a better understanding of food groups and the importance of fruits and vegetables among children. Addressing these gaps in educational programs could enhance children’s food knowledge and encourage healthier dietary choices. Nutrition education programs might use interactive activities focused on food groups and emphasize the benefits of fruits and vegetables to promote better dietary habits for the improvement of children’s long-term health outcomes.

Survey of Rasch Model Analysis of Mathematical Literacy Abilities of Senior High School Students

Mathematical literacy skills are needed in everyday life, but the mathematical literacy skills of students in schools show that Indonesian students are very low in the field of mathematical literacy. Therefore, this study aims to determine the Rasch model analysis survey of mathematical literacy skills of senior high school students. This study uses quantitative research methods with a survey approach and uses the Rasch model as a measurement. The subjects studied were 100 students consisting of grades X and XI of high schools in Bekasi city. Furthermore, the results of this study indicate that there is 1 out of 8 items that are misfit and for the provisional calculation of reliability is 0.42, so it is declared not reliable and for the DIF test results there is only one item that is biased.

“Everybody’s Mind is Different. Like, It’s Not Gonna Work the Same”: An Exploratory Study of Youth Perspectives on Mental Health

Youths’ perspectives, unique from adults, are shaped by their developmental experiences. This study contextualizes the meaning of mental health and being mentally healthy from adolescent perspectives. Four focus groups of students in grades 9 to 12 ( N = 27) were recruited from a school in an urban city. Participants were mainly female ( n = 22) and majority students of color (e.g., Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx; n = 21). Researchers interpreted the data through a pragmatic lens. Three main themes emerged: Describing Mental Health, Defining Mentally Healthy, and Integrating the Role of Social Environments. Two subthemes were also identified. The study highlights the significance of including youth contributions in defining terms such as mental health and being mentally healthy and underscores the importance of the environmental context to youth’s conceptualization of mental health, with a focus on resiliency-building factors. Findings have applicability for incorporating youth voice in interventions designed to improve youth mental health and foster positive youth development.

Happiness Among English Medium School Children: A Comparative Study Between Male And Female Children

The study on "Happiness among English medium school children: A comparative study between male and female children" came up with the aim to analyze the happiness level of children studying in English medium school in Guwahati city (Kamrup Metro). The study predominantly focused on both male and female students aged between 9 to 12 years studying in classes 4 to 7. Happiness is thought of an emotion combined with positive emotions, resulting in subjective well-being when the positive emotions of a person are much more than his negative emotion and his life satisfaction is high. The basic ingredients that make a child happy during childhood seem to be the same ones that help them to become adults; a secure relationship with parents, peers, teachers that gives a foundation to confidently explore the world and also to develop a sense of skill and recognition, all important components in the recipe for happiness. The study used purposive sampling method. 50 female students and 50 male students participated in the study. The tool that was used in the study is The Oxford Happiness Questionnaire and the research method used was Quantitative research method. The study aimed to test if there exists any significant difference between male and female children. The questionnaire was put up in Google form for the convenience of all. The result showed that there is no significant difference in the happiness level of male and female population.

Planting The Aswaja Concept in Islamic Boarding Schools in Jambi City; Deradicalization Strategy

This research reviews the concept and role of Aswaja lessons at Islamic boarding schools, especially at Islamic boarding schools in Jambi City, in de-radicalization efforts. As is known, radicalization increasingly developed after the fall of the New Order. The Reformation era opened up various forms of expression, including religious expression. The increasing development of radicalization has given rise to widespread public unrest. Various responses emerged, including through counter-ideology. Aswaja is believed to be able to prevent the growth of radicalization. The data presented in this article comes from observations, interviews at Islamic boarding schools in Jambi City; As'ad Islamic boarding school in Jambi City, Saadatul Daren Jambi City and Al Hidayah Islamic boarding school in Jambi City as well as literature review related to the topic of writing. The argument built in this paper is that the reconstruction and actualization of the values contained in Aswaja can be firmly internalized within a santri. The strategies and policies carried out by Islamic boarding schools are important in the socialization and internalization of Aswaja. applying Aswaja subjects and materials, as well as a moderate level of religious understanding among the students Based on test results, the level of moderate understanding among students is as follows: National commitment is 86, maintaining religious tolerance in society is 88, anti-violence is 87 and views and respect for local traditions and culture is 87. Thus, there is a change in religious moderation views in the students after learning the concept of aswaja

Gender Representation in EFL Coursebook Used for Islamic Elementary School of Bengkulu: A Content Analysis

The goal of this study is to identify the bias of gender in the coursebooks. So, the representation of males and females in the coursebook will be analyzed in this research. This study focuses on Gender Representation in EFL coursebook used in Islamic elementary school in Bengkulu city. The object of this research is the Coursebook entitled “Grow With English 4” (A Thematic English Coursebook for elementary Students published by Erlangga, Jakarta, 2017). This study is a qualitative study that uses content analysis as the method of research to describe the content of the coursebook. The content analysis in this research will focus on six aspects based on Logsdon. They are; number of male/female pictures, number of male/female mentioned, number of male/female roles, number of male/female games, number of male/female roles models, and pattern of mentioning male/female names. The results of the study showed that gender represented unequally in the grow with English 4. males are more visible in five aspects including pictures, male/female mentioned, gender roles, female,male games, and gender role models. However there are some weaknessess that found in the course book needed to be improved so that the objective of the learning will be achieve by students maximally.

The Socialization of Children from Vietnamese - Korean Multicultural Families: A Case Study of Korean International Schools in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

From the moment of birth, an individual exists as a biological entity. However, true integration into human society necessitates the acquisition of cultural norms, values, knowledge, and beliefs specific to their given community. This process involves adapting to social roles and cultural practices, ultimately enabling effective communication and fulfillment of societal responsibilities. Notably, language assumes a pivotal role in this intricate web of socialization and stands as arguably the most influential factor in the overall process. To delve into the current state of socialization among children from Vietnamese-Korean multicultural families residing in Vietnam and attending a Korean International School, this research employs socialization theory, descriptive statistical methods via questionnaires, and interdisciplinary research techniques.

Semantic differences in understanding of English words of senior high school students: frequent questions and teaching suggestions

This research demonstrates the English words’ understanding due to semantic differences, together with further teaching advice and frequent questions. Because of the cultural differences, the expression of English and Chinese meanings is different. Consequently, it can be easy for learners to confuse and understand the intended meaning incorrectly. There are several negative results of students having weak knowledge of polysemous words: lower academic performance, and passage understanding, together with a weaker lexical foundation. In order to explore thus address the situation of mastered weak polysemy knowledge, this essay will investigate students and teachers who come from high schools in various cities in China their knowledge of polysemy as well as the following learning difficulties; the research found that (1) the universality of polysemy learning, academic performance; (2) the teaching pertinence, importance of foundation and teaching method. From those findings, this research supposes that the approach of increasing reading amount, fostering English literacy, and using a preferred vocabulary memorization method can be used so as to improve and solve the issue.

A study on behavioral and emotional problems of adolescents in schools of Kolhapur city

A study on behavioral and emotional problems of adolescents in schools of Kolhapur city

Race-blind admissions, school segregation, and student outcomes

In 2007, the Supreme Court declared race-conscious school admissions unconstitutional. This paper provides the first evaluation of a related federal mandate where the Columbus City School District was forced to adopt a race-blind lottery system for its magnet schools. I explore the impact of the dramatic increase in racial segregation resulting from the mandate. More segregated schools spend less per-pupil, enroll lower achieving students, employ lower value-added teachers, and perpetuate “White flight” out of the district. Ultimately, segregation arising from mandated race-blind admissions causes student achievement and college attendance rates to decline.

Relationship between Physical Activity, Physical Literacy Elements, and Gender among Senior Students

The aim of research is to assess the relationship between physical activity, Physical Literacy (PL) and gender among senior students. The research was conducted in 2022 in Lithuania with five city schools. Research participants were selected using a convenience sampling method: grade 10 to 12 (n=287) students 148 boys and 139 girls. A questionnaire survey was used for data collection: Portuguese Physical Literacy Questionnaire for Adolescents (PPLA-Q) to assess the psychological domain of PL (motivation, self-confidence, emotional and physical regulation); Rapid Assessment of Physical Activity (RAPA) Questionnaire - RAPA1 part, which allows to assess the level of physical activity. After analysing the psychological aspects of PL related to physical activity by gender, the obtained results suggest that boys’ motivation for physical activity, self-confidence, emotional stability, assessment of physical limits score higher compared to the group of girls (p<0.01). PA motivation has a strong positive correlation with self-confidence (p<0.01) and a moderate correlation with physical regulation (p<0.01). Physical regulation has statistically significantly correlated with self-confidence (p<0.01) and better emotional regulation (p<0.01). Statistically significant differences by gender were found with all indicators of the psychological domain: PA motivation, self-confidence, emotional regulation, and physical regulation. Mean ranks of boys were higher in all variables; however, the major differences were found in the areas of self-confidence and physical regulation. PA had a direct correlation with all psychological PL elements (PA motivation, self-confidence, emotional regulation, physical regulation) and an inverse correlation with gender.

Effectiveness of Communicative Language Teaching in Non-Urban Areas’ Primary Schools: The Case of Afif, Saudi Arabia

The main purpose of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at primary schools in Afif city. The responses given by students covered their feelings towards CLT in terms of their English speaking levels, their motivation, their efforts, their grammar and vocabulary learning, their confidence in using English in real life, and their opinion towards other additional ways of learning English such as games and social media. A qualitative approach was used, with a sample of seven female students from two primary schools in the Afif district selected using a concentrated sampling procedure. Two instruments were used: the Students’ Attitude Scale, adapted from Savignon and Wang (2003), and peer observation. The Students’ Attitude Scale was used to evaluate students’ impressions of CLT, while peer observation was used to identify the impact of CLT in teaching English to non-native speakers. Overall, the most significant results of the study indicate that CLT has a positive effect on learners’ English comprehension skills, builds up their confidence to use English in different situations, and gives them more/more satisfaction with the experience. CLT also helps to motivate the students and bring about improvement in their dialogue/ communicative proficiency. Based on these results, the study recommends the continued implementation of CLT in English language teaching, ongoing professional development for teachers, promotion of student engagement, fostering confidence building, integration of technology, and encouragement of peer observation among teachers. These recommendations aim to enhance the effectiveness of CLT in TESOL settings in primary schools in Eastern Saudi Arabia.

초등학생이 지각한 부모의 교육지원활동이 학교생활적응, 학업참여, 과학학습만족에 미치는 영향

The purpose of this study was to examine the direct and indirect effects of parental educational support activities, school adjustment, and academic engagement variables on elementary school students' perceived satisfaction with science learning and to identify the structural relationships among the variables. To this end, 230 students in grades 4-6 at S Elementary School in a metropolitan city were surveyed to examine the causal relationships among the variables. The results showed that elementary school students' perceived parental educational support activities, school life adjustment, and academic engagement had a direct effect on science learning satisfaction, and parental educational support activities had a direct effect on school life adjustment and academic engagement. In addition, parental educational support activities had an indirect effect on science learning satisfaction through school life adjustment and academic engagement. Therefore, it is necessary to educate elementary school students from a comprehensive perspective that considers parental educational support activities, school adjustment, and academic engagement in order to foster science learning satisfaction.

Impact of school leadership on reading literacy in rural China: the differentiated models of principals’ self-report and teachers’ report

AbstractThe impact of school leadership (SL) on reading literacy (RL) has been extensively examined using either principals' self-reports or teachers' reports. However, principals and teachers might have divergent, even contradictory, views on the path from SL to RL. Therefore, this study aimed to explore and compare the principals’ self-reported and teachers’ reported models with teacher commitment (TC) as a mediator and collaborative culture (CC) as a moderator of the relationship between SL and RL. Whole group sampling was employed to sample the 106 junior middle schools in City X from western China. About 841 teachers from 80 classes/schools were successfully matched with their 3134 students (Mage = 14.84, SD = 0.74, female = 1673, male = 1461), and about 34 principals from 34 classes/schools were matched with their 1223 students (Mage = 15.35, SD = 1.28, female = 647, 52.9%; male = 576, 47.1%). The results indicated that: (1) there were significant differences between principals’ self-reports and teachers’ reports regarding SL and RL; (2) the direct impact of SL on RL was found in the principals' self-reports but not in the teachers’ reports; and (3) an indirect effect of SL on RL with TC as the mediator and CC as the moderator was found in the teachers' report model. The distinctive models in this study demonstrate principals' and teachers' different views on SL's impact on RL and provide empirical evidence to support both the original and the revised Claim # 1.

Design an on-grid PV system to supply electricity to a school in Babil city using PVsyst software

The world attention is increasingly directed towards solar energy, particularly in countries of high solar radiation rates such as Iraq, due to the limitation of fossil fuel resources and the high pollution rates associated with using them. Engineers and researchers utilize different techniques in order to design the photovoltaic systems with low cost and high performance. This research aims at designing an optimal on-grid PV system to feed a school, located at Babel, Iraq using PVsyst program. The PVsyst methodology includes defining the geographical location of the project, determining the demand electrical load, selecting the type of the PV system components, and finally running the simulation. Detailed results, including the produced energy, loses diagram, economic and environmental evaluations can be obtained. The results show that a PV system comprising of 90 (450 Wp) panels and 3 (12 kWac) inverters on an area of 198 m2 can produce a net output energy at 70.23 MWh. The economic evaluation show that the project cost can be recovered within less than 10 years, and a net positive gain up to 20,000 USD can be attained during the 25 years project lifetime. A huge carbon emission equal to 1279.6 tCo2 can be saved as a result of this PV system installation. There is an obvious need to invest in solar energy for economic and environmental considerations. The main drawback of PV systems installations is the high capital cost. Using commercial packages, particularly PVsyst program, can significantly contributes toward optimizing the system design and hence reducing the project cost.

Does the Creative Problem-Solving Model Improve Students' Argumentation Skills?

Argumentation skills are one of the skills of the 21st century. The research aims to analyze students' achievement of argumentation skills using the Creative Problem Solving (CPS) model on biodiversity material. Qualitative research with descriptive methods. The research subjects were class X students in one of the Bandung City schools. The purposive sampling technique used 30 students. The argumentation skills question instrument is based on Toulmin's Argumentation Pattern which has level 1-5 criteria containing 12 essay questions. The research results showed that the students' strongest argumentation skills were at level 3 at 63.3 Percent with sufficient criteria and the weakest at level 1 and level 5 with very weak criteria. The criteria for level 1 are very weak, level 2 is weak, level 3 is sufficient, level 4 is strong, and level 5 is very strong. It is important for other education experts to acquire argumentation skills in the learning process.