Student Achievement Outcomes Research Articles

Opening Doors: (in)Equity Audits in Accounting Education

ABSTRACT An equity audit is a data-driven approach to identify and mitigate inequitable student achievement outcomes. Equity audits are a tool K–12 teachers and administrators use to incorporate data into decision-making, identify achievement gaps, and prompt remedial action. The working hypothesis behind equity audits is the existence of a subset of students who could meet high academic standards and produce exceptional work but are prevented from doing so by current resource allocation and andragogic (i.e., adult education) practice. This learning strategy presents a simple, four-step process to address inequitable student outcomes: find a goal, gather data, uncover root causes, and enact change. Data Availability: Contact the authors. JEL Classifications: I23; O42.

Correlation between Students’ Critical Thinking Ability and Self-Confidence on Junior High School

One way to improve students' affective and cognitive aspects is through a mathematics learning approach method at school. Achievement of learning objectives (CPL) is demonstrated by the extent to which students have achieved learning objective competencies through a series of criteria or indicators that can be seen from student achievement or learning outcomes. The method in this research uses a non-experimental correlational quantitative research method carried out on class VII students at one of the MTS in Soreang, Kab. Bandung. The aim of this research is to get an idea of how self-confidence influences critical thinking skills or the relationship between critical thinking skills and self-confidence. The results of this research show that the correlation between students' critical thinking skills and self-confidence has a "strong" influence on each other. The conclusion of this research is that Ho is rejected so that Hα is accepted: There is an influence between self-confidence and critical thinking on student achievement or learning outcomes, this means that students' self-confidence and critical thinking greatly influence learning outcomes with the regression model obtained Y = 32.788 + 0.399X1 + 0.391X2 Positive correlation occurs when the two variables are related to the same status (the linear regression coefficient has a positive sign). If one variable increases, the other variable also increases, and vice versa if it decreases.

Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik Melalui Metode Problem Based Learning pada Peserta Didik Kelas 2 Fase A SD Mardi Waluya Cibinong

At Elementary School Mardi Waluya Cibinong, it was found that the critical thinking ability and learning achievement targets of Catholic Religious Education especially in grade 2 were not optimal. This could be due to the use of less varied learning methods and the less optimal implementation of strategies that encourage active student participation. This research aims to improve the character dimension of critical thinking and student achievement targets by applying the Problem-Based Learning method in phase A of especially in grade 2. This classroom action research was conducted in two cycles with materials on the safety of God’s work through Kain and Habel, with each cycle consisting of four stages: planning, implementation, evaluation, and reflection. The research subject is students from Elementary school Mardi Waluya Cibinong with a total of 34 peoples. The results of the research show that the use of the PBL learning model can increase the character dimension of critical thinking in the Pancasila student profile (P3) from 70% to 84%. There was also an increase in student achievement outcomes, with mastery increasing from 20% to 68%, proficiency from 50% to 32%, and a decrease in appropriateness from 18% to 0%, which then increased to 12%. This indicates a significant decrease in the critical thinking dimension of the Pancasila students profile, which overall improves the critical thinking process and students achievement in grade 2 phase A. Recommendation: Teachers can focus on one dimension of P3 in the character development process by applying problem-solving learning methods.

The The Effect of Teacher-Student Reciprocal Relationships on Academic Performance in Bangladeshi Primary Schools

The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of teacher-student interactions on academic success in Bangladeshi primary schools. The study employed a mixed-methods methodology and gathered data from 320 primary students and 64 instructors/teachers across sixteen elementary schools. The data collection involved the administration of survey questionnaires for both teachers and students, and focused group interviews of students and conducting semi-structured interviews with teachers. The results revealed a strong association between positive teacher-student connections and enhanced academic performance, improved student behaviour, and increased motivation. Students who reported having positive relationships with their instructors exhibited higher levels of academic success compared to those who reported negative or neutral relationships. Moreover, instructors who fostered excellent rapport with their students demonstrated higher levels of engagement and motivation, leading to improved academic achievements among their students. These findings carry significant implications for education policy and practice, emphasizing the importance of investing in teacher training and providing support to develop positive relationships with students in Bangladeshi primary schools. By prioritizing the cultivation of teacher-student bonds, educational stakeholders can potentially yield substantial improvements in student academic achievement and overall educational outcomes. Teacher’s World: Journal of Education and Res arch, 50(1): 43-60

A Cross-Lagged Analysis of the Relationship between Math Achievement and Behavioral Outcomes of At-Risk Students

A Cross-Lagged Analysis of the Relationship between Math Achievement and Behavioral Outcomes of At-Risk Students

COVID-19 Disruptions and Choice: Student Movement and Academic Outcomes in Indiana During the Pandemic

ABSTRACT Faced with, nearly all U.S. schools transitioned to remote instruction in March 2020. The following year, the majority of public schools remained closed, but most Catholic schools offered in-person learning. In Indiana, many parents had additional opportunity to switch to a private school for in-person instruction. We examine student and school administrative data to consider movement between sectors and achievement outcomes for students moving to Catholic schools compared to matched peers in their previous public schools. Students who moved to in-person instruction in a Catholic school during this time fared better academically than those remaining in their previous public school.

Breaking the sound of silence: Professional learning in an early career music teacher conversation group

Professional development, typically initiated by administrators to improve student achievement outcomes, is often irrelevant to the needs of early career music teachers. As music teacher educators, we were concerned about issues of importance to early career music teachers as they entered the music teaching profession. We explored conversation as a conduit of reflection and professional learning by convening a conversation group of five early career music teachers who gathered over six, one-hour-long meetings. Guiding their discussions were topics they identified in questionnaires administered before and during the study. Data included audio-visual recordings of the meetings, questionnaires, and researcher memos. Four themes emerged from our analysis of their conversations: (a) educating administrators and mentors, (b) knowing their place, (c) overcoming a lack of resources, and (d) giving students lifelong musical skills. We interpreted these findings through the lens of Snow’s principles of symbolic interactionism. The conversation group facilitated the music teachers’ move from the initial shock of sedimented school culture to a position of agency. The freedom of conversation around chosen topics of professional and personal importance provided the early career music teachers with choice, self-direction, collective support, and agency—key components of professional learning.

Secondary school teachers’ conceptions of assessment: A systematic review

The need to study teachers’ conceptions of assessment is imperative since it is their beliefs or views on the matter that will heavily affect the practises in the classroom. In the same regard, the issue of teachers’ conceptions of assessment has been widely discussed by scholars through past studies. Nonetheless, it is evident that there is still a lack of studies in the form of systematic literature highlighting the teachers’ conceptions at the school level towards assessment. This study will systematically highlight secondary school teachers’ conceptions of assessment. In order to answer the research questions, the guidelines from PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) were used to systematically highlight the extracted 16 out of 424 articles, ranging from 2019 to 2023, and accessed through three databases, namely Scopus, WoS, and ERIC, with exclusion and inclusion criteria taken into account. Based on the theme analysis, three main themes have emerged: (1) measuring mastery; (2) improving teaching and learning; (3) student achievement outcomes. Thus, this study suggests that the implementers, or the teachers in the school, will continue to be exposed to the integrated assessment through a two-way teacher-student conceptual framework in order to create accountability that can impact the teachers’ ability to assess and at the same time be able to provide meaningful guidance to the learning process.

Unveiling the Secrets of Teaching Mathematics to Students with Special Needs: Challenges, Strategies, and Educator Insights

This study explores innovative strategies for teaching mathematics to students with special needs, focusing on the significant challenges educators face. Utilizing a qualitative research design through a case study method, data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with five experienced mathematics teachers in the Davao region, Philippines. Key challenges identified include inadequate training, poor communication with parents, difficulties in teaching basic mathematical concepts, short retention spans, and a lack of educational resources. These challenges highlight the need for specialized training and continuous professional development for teachers. The study identifies effective strategies to address these challenges, such as differentiated instruction, collaboration with co-educators, parent-teacher engagement, peer tutoring, and the integration of manipulatives and ICT in teaching. These approaches are shown to improve mathematical learning and cognitive engagement for students with special needs. The research emphasizes the importance of a supportive learning environment and the necessity for teachers to stay updated with the latest instructional methods and resources. The findings advocate for comprehensive support systems in inclusive education, aiming to enhance mathematical achievement and overall educational outcomes for students with special needs.

Another One Rides the Bus: The Impact of School Transportation on Student Outcomes in Michigan

Abstract School transportation may increase student outcomes by providing a reliable and safe means of getting to and from school. Little evidence of the effects of such policies exists. In this paper, I provide some of the first causal evidence of transportation impacts on student attendance and achievement using a rich panel of student-level enrollment and address data for Michigan public school students and a unique dataset of district transportation policies for the largest fifty districts in Michigan. I exploit the walking distance cutoffs that determine transportation eligibility using a regression discontinuity design. I find that transportation eligibility increases attendance rates and lowers the probability of chronic absence. These effects are largest for economically disadvantaged students, who experience a 0.5 to 1 percentage point increase in attendance rates and a 2 to 4 percentage point decrease in the probability of being chronically absent. These results are compelling evidence that school-provided transportation increases attendance for students most at risk to miss school. However, I find no effect of school transportation on student achievement outcomes. Given the high costs of school transportation, targeting additional transportation services to chronically absent students as an attendance intervention may be more efficient than increasing bus services for all students.

Upaya Meningkatkan Prestasi Belajar Siswa Kelas IXC MTS Mambaul Ma’arif Belik Materi Biografi Para Tokoh Dan Perannya Dalam Mengembangkan Islam Di Indonesia Dengan Metode Index Card Match

This research is to determine student learning outcomes after participating in learning using the Index Card Match method in SKI lessons on Biography of Figures and Their Role in Developing Islam in Indonesia. This research is classroom action research (PTK), the subjects of this research are class IXC students at MTs Mambaul Ma'arif Belik, Belik District, Pemalang Regency for the 2021/2022 academic year with a total of 30 students. The instruments used in this research were observation, learning outcomes tests, and documentation. The results of this research explain that students' abilities before applying the Index card match method (pre-cycle activities) were still relatively low, namely the percentage of students who achieved the KKM was 43.33%, after learning using the index card match method the percentage of students who achieved the KKM in cycle I became 73. 33% then became 86.67% in cycle II. Overall, it can be concluded that the index card match method can improve student learning achievement (outcomes) in SKI lessons regarding Biography of Figures and Their Role in Developing Islam in Indonesia.

Assessing the Effects of Teachers Qualification on Students Academic Performance in Private Secondary Schools in the South Eastern Nigeria

Ensuring high-quality teaching is vital for positive student learning experiences and achievement outcomes. This study investigated the effects of teachers’ qualification on students’ academic performance in private secondary schools in Southeastern Nigeria. Through a thoughtfully designed survey, over 515 respondents from 187 schools shared insights into their daily educational realities. Their responses revealed generally qualified teaching staff dedicated to covering subjects comprehensively. However, some specialized areas needed more depth, potentially hindering modern curriculum demands. The analysis uncovered largely positive yet complex qualification dynamics. Higher teacher numbers correlated with broader competencies, benefiting coverage. Formal training is strongly associated with examination success, highlighting qualifications' value. Yet continuous skills growth matters as needs evolve. These honest respondents' voices prompt thoughtful reflection. While standards currently meet minimums, achieving excellence requires collaborative progress. Targeted support could strengthen specialized expertise within small classes. Incentivizing expansion motivates continuous learning curves. Partnering with educators and communities cultivates locally tailored growth. Monitoring disparities prompts equitable support. This humble work invites an understanding how qualifications interconnect with private secondary school students' performance, championing each Student's potential. Through open minds and caring hands, we may clear pathways for all hearts and minds to blossom.
 
 Received: 27 August 2023 / Accepted: xx October 2023 / Published: 5 November 2023

Leadership perspectives among high school principals in Jamaica: implications for school leadership development and policy

ABSTRACT School leadership is an important factor in student achievement and learning outcomes and has garnered the attention of policymakers globally. And while the field is growing there is not enough knowledge generation from school leaders in emerging economies. This article examines school leadership theorizing and practice of high school principals in Jamaica. The purpose of this qualitative study is to examine how school principals in Jamaica make sense of their leadership practices and how they use this knowledge to respond to their school contexts and shifting socio-cultural dynamics. Using a narrative interview approach data were collected from 13 high school principals. The findings presented in this article indicate that a) high school principals in Jamaica theorized their leadership approaches drawing on various leadership paradigms; b) high school principals perceived their leadership as inextricably linked to the community context of the school; c) the importance of building relationships with members of the community; and d) the importance of leadership preparation and development to their work as school principals.

Peningkatan Motivasi Belajar Siswa Melalui Kreativitas dan Kompetensi Pedagogik Guru

The purpose of this Research is to Analysis how influential between Dependent Variable and Independent Variable and find how to increase student learning motivation from research how influential between variables; (1) Teacher creativity of student learning motivation, (2) Teacher pedagogical completence of student learning motivation dan (3) creativity and teacher pedagogical completence of student learning motivation. From this research the writer to tested, to proved and to analyzed so how to make a relationships cause and effect to influence of teacher creativity and pedagogical competence of student learning motivation. The population in this research we teachers and student regency West Java. The method in this reaserch is survei causal with data analysis techniques using path analysis. The results of data analysis are; (1) There are a positive and significant influence between teacher creativity of student learning motivation, (2) There are positive and significant direct effect of teacher pedagogical competence to student learning motivation dan (3) There are a positive and significant direct effect between creativity and teacher pedagogical competence of student motivation. The increasing student motivation will have and impact to student achievement outcomes.
 
 Keywords: Learning Achievement, Path Analysis Model, Educational Management, Learning Strategic Management.

Assessing the Effects of Teachers Qualification on Students Academic Performance in Private Secondary Schools in the South Eastern Nigeria

Ensuring high-quality teaching is vital for positive student learning experiences and achievement outcomes. This study investigated the effects of the teachers’ qualification on students’ academic performance in private secondary schools in Southeastern Nigeria. Through a well-thought-out and carefully designed survey, over 515 respondents from 187 schools shared insights into their daily educational realities; their responses revealed generally that qualified teaching staff are dedicated to covering subjects comprehensively, however, some specialized areas needed more in-depth modern curriculum demands. The analysis uncovered largely positive yet complex qualification dynamics; higher teacher numbers correlated with broader competencies, benefiting coverage. Formal training is strongly associated with examination success, highlighting qualifications' value. Yet continuous skills growth matters as needs evolve. These honest respondents' voices prompt thoughtful reflection. While standards currently meet minimums, achieving excellence requires collaborative progress. Targeted support could strengthen specialized expertise within small classes. Incentivizing expansion motivates continuous learning curves. Partnering with educators and communities cultivates locally tailored growth. Monitoring disparities prompts equitable support. This work facilitates an understanding of how qualifications interconnect with private secondary school students' performance, championing each Student's potential. Through open minds and caring hands, we may clear pathways for all hearts and minds to blossom. Keywords: Teacher qualification, Student academic performance, Secondary education, Private schools, South Eastern Nigeria, Educational standards, Correlation analysis, Student achievement.

Advances in Research on Language Teacher Cognition: An Introduction to the Special Issue

An oft-cited conceptualization of teacher cognition couches it as “the unobservable cognitive dimension of teaching—what teachers know, believe and think” (Borg, 2003, p. 81). While the term “unobservable” in Borg’s definition implies, or even emphatically states, that a hidden body of knowledge, beliefs, and thoughts informs teacher behavior, this hidden dimension was “un-observable” in early conceptualizations of teaching (Borg, 2019; Burns, et al., 2015). Dominated for long by the process-product interpretation (Dunkin & Biddle, 1974), teaching was primarily viewed in terms of observable instructional behaviors (e.g., wait time practices, patterns of questioning) that were judged with regard to how effectively they influenced student achievement outcomes (Verloop, et al., 2001). Language teacher education also followed suit and as posited by Gatbonton (1999), formerly a major share of the theoretical base for language teacher education came from studies of overt classroom behaviors. However, teaching was subsequently recognized as cognition-backed and knowledge-informed performance. As best reflected in Borg’s (2019, p. 2) words, although teaching involves observable behaviors, it “is not a purely behavioral enterprise; in the same way that icebergs have an exposed surface beneath which lies a significant hidden mass, teachers’ behaviors are also powerfully shaped by a complex range of unseen influences”. [First Paragraph]

An active classroom intervention to improve physical activity, on‐task behavior, and academic achievement outcomes for students with disabilities

AbstractMany children with disabilities engage in less physical activity compared to their peers. This pilot‐feasibility study examines the effects of movement‐based desk and alternative seating on classroom physical activity, time on task, reading fluency, and reading comprehension scores in fourth/fifth and seventh/eighth‐grade children with disabilities. Using a cross‐over 8‐week design, action desks were included in fourth/fifth (N = 14) and seventh/eighth (N = 21) grade classrooms for students with disabilities. Levels of physical activity were measured using accelerometers; reading ability was assessed using AIMSweb Oral Reading Fluency and MAZE probes; time on task was measured using video recordings over 3 consecutive days. Data were collected at 0‐week, 4‐week, 8‐week, 12‐week, and 16‐week time points. A significant increase in metabolic equivalent was seen in fourth/fifth graders and a significant decline in time spent in sedentary activity were observed in both fourth/fifth and seventh/eighth graders. The fourth/fifth graders increased their time spent in moderate physical activity and time on task during the intervention whereas seventh/eighth graders improved oral reading fluency. How a physical activity‐based classroom may be an effective intervention in students with disabilities to improve levels of physical activity and improve academic learning is discussed.

Improving Interest, Participation and Learning Outcomes in Learning IPS Through the Jigsaw Model Learning Approach

Cooperative learning strives for a student to be able to teach material to other participants. The students are conditioned in a situation where they will interact and discuss and share opinions while indirectly helping to cover up the weaknesses between students. The Jigsaw learning model allows everyone in the class to share ideas and contribute each other's abilities to improve the process of success in learning. This classroom action research took place at SMP Negeri 9 Kotabumi, Talang Bojong village, Lampung. The research was carried out for 3 months, from 1 August to 31 October 2018. The researcher involved two colleagues as observers. The author plans research using the Kemmis and Taggart model designs using the stages: Planning, Action, and Observation, followed by Reflection for each cycle. Based on the results of the study, student achievement or learning outcomes through the Jigsaw cooperative learning model experienced a significant increase. In cycle I with a class average of 62.71 it increased in cycle II to 74.79 and in cycle III to 84.79. Likewise, student learning activities both individually and in groups experienced a significant increase in discussions, teacher-student interaction, student interaction.

Budaya Belajar dan Motivasi Berprestasi Siswa Belajar IPS di Kelas V UPT SDF Negeri Kakatua Kecamatan Mariso Kota Makassar

The main problem in this study is how culture encourages achievement motivation of students studying Social Sciences and how the form of achievement motivation of students learning Social Sciences in class V UPT SDF Negeri Kakatua. This study aims to find out the form of learning in encouraging student achievement motivation in social studies and to find out the form of achievement motivation of fifth grade students at UPT SDF Negeri Kakatua.
 This type of research is qualitative research and uses a qualitative descriptive approach. The subjects in this study were 2 class teachers and 5 students of class V UPT SDF Negeri Kakatua. Data collection techniques using: observation, interviews, and documentation. While the validity of the data in this study uses source triangulation.
 The results of the study show that: (1) the student learning culture has been implemented by the teacher who teaches in the class (2) student achievement motivation is important in achieving learning achievement The teacher's role is very important to improve student achievement by providing achievement motivation.
 Based on the results of the research above, it can be concluded (1) Student learning culture is something that needs to be implemented by teachers and carried out by students to support student behavior at school and outside school (2) achievement motivation needs to be given to students to support student achievement and student learning outcomes .

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