Education Textbooks Research Articles

Body practices in photographs in physical education textbooks

Resumen Las prácticas corporales son modos de acción en las que se expresa la motricidad. La adopción del concepto de prácticas corporales permite una ruptura con las prenociones hegemónicas en el ámbito de la educación física y permite indagar sobre todas las prácticas encarnadas, no solo desde una óptica orgánica sino también cultural. Esta investigación trata de desvelar las prácticas corporales predominantes en la educación formal. Para ello se investigó su representación en las fotografías de los libros de texto de educación física. Se analizaron a través de la técnica de análisis de contenido 6773 fotografías pertenecientes a 39 libros de texto. Se utilizó un sistema de categorías elaborado para este fin. Las variables analizadas fueron el tipo de práctica, el ámbito y la editorial. La validez, la fiabilidad, la objetividad y la utilidad práctica fueron los criterios científicos que avalaron la herramienta de análisis. Los datos evidenciaron la reproducción de un discurso acorde a una racionalidad mecanicista e instrumental y a las lógicas neoliberales. A modo de conclusión, se pone en relieve la necesidad de visibilizar y privilegiar prácticas corporales alejadas de las lógicas del capitalismo y afines a otros encarnamientos invisibilizados, vinculados con lo artístico, lo hedonista, lo expresivo y lo singular.

Հուզական խոսքային ակտերի ուսուցումը հուզագնահատողական արտահայտությունների միջոցով / Teaching Expressive Speech Acts Through Emotional-Attitudinal Expressions

The present article explores the integration of expressive speech acts in the communicative learning process of a foreign language, primarily English. Speech acts play a significant pragmatic role in communication, and understanding how to perform them appropriately according to the context is essential. However, many general education textbooks for foreign languages lack activities that help learners perceive and use speech acts effectively, which hinders the development of their communicative skills. The paper specifically focuses on expressive speech acts, which bridge the speaker's emotions and the communicative intent. We view emotional-attitudinal expressions as distinct linguistic units for teaching expressive speech acts, for they serve as a tool for infusing an emotional tone into speech and elucidating the speaker's thoughts and feelings. To address this, we provide a brief analysis of communicative language competence and its components, discuss various types of speech acts, and highlight the importance of emotional-attitudinal expressions in both communication and foreign language learning. The article concludes with a set of exercises designed to enhance learners' understanding of speech acts and emotional-attitudinal expressions, guiding them towards effective use in foreign language communication.

中学阶段生涯教育课程与教材研究——以苏教版心理健康教育教材为例

中学阶段生涯教育课程与教材研究——以苏教版心理健康教育教材为例

Reform and Exploration of Aesthetic Education Textbooks in Jiangsu Applied Undergraduate Universities

Reform and Exploration of Aesthetic Education Textbooks in Jiangsu Applied Undergraduate Universities

The Degree of Inclusion of Global Citizenship Values in Social and National Education Textbooks in the Preparatory Stage: Teachers’ Perspective

The Degree of Inclusion of Global Citizenship Values in Social and National Education Textbooks in the Preparatory Stage: Teachers’ Perspective

ANALYSIS OF TEACHING TEXTBOOK “FRENCH LANGUAGE”

ANALYSIS OF TEACHING TEXTBOOK “FRENCH LANGUAGE”

Verbalisation of an alternative academic position in totalitarian discourse

Background. In Soviet Ukraine, academic discourse often acted as a means of implementing language planning, in particular as a tool for the transformation of the language corpus. All grammar textbooks published after 1933 broadcast the official knowledge: the vocative is not a full-fledged case, but rather a special form of address; morphological means of expressing address in Ukrainian are the “vocative form” and “nominative case.” In the conditions of total control over all areas of social life, Ukrainian linguists were faced with a choice of either 1) look for certain language devices, broadcasting the official theory, which would convince the addressee to believe in the talking points that did not fully comply with the language facts, and then anchor those points in their consciousness; 2) avoid aspects that disagree with the language practice or the logic of academic description; 3) word the findings of their research and observations of the language practice in a way that would not contradict the official theory.Contribution to the research field. The article is dedicated to the analysis of the communication practices used by Ukrainian linguists in the Soviet times to express their academic position, which did not agree with official knowledge. The object of comprehension was a unique for postcolonial societies situation in which the creators of both the official discourse and the alternative discourse opposed to it were the colonised themselves.Purpose. The aim of this research is to analyse ways and means of verbalisation of the alternative academic position held by linguists in the academic discourse of the totalitarian era, based on the materials representing the topics “The Case System” and “Address” in Ukrainian grammar books for higher education, published between 1933–1991.Methods. The research is based on the theoretical and methodological foundations of postcolonial studies, which involve a critical reading of texts that reflect the influence of various forms of authority on the life of subordinate communities. In particular, the theory of critical reading of J. Errimgton’s linguistic works and R. Vodaks’ methodology of discourse-historical approach, which has been adapted for academic discourse analysis, have been applied in this research.Results. Some linguists, who did not share the canonised theory of the vocative, implied their point of view in the official texts they had created (i.e. textbooks for higher education.) On the one hand, they used official terminology and theoretical concepts: they were consistent in naming the vocative case a “vocative form,” and presented two ways of expressing address. On the other hand, the lexical and grammatical structure of their statements levelled the postulates regarding the fact that “vocative is not a case”, and that “the nominative case is used to express address on par with the vocative.” Among the techniques used by the linguists, heavily euphemistic speech in combination with syntactic complication of the structure prevailed, as well as splitting nominations by verbalising the concept with variant naming and violation of logical connections between consecutive statements. Such individual practices of linguistic resistance replicated the practices of the official totalitarian discourse, but with the aim to broadcast the opposite meaning.Discussion. The peculiarity of the alternative academic discourse (in particular, the language education one) of the totalitarian era lies in the fact that it did not directly confront the official theory, but rather occurred within its boundaries. This gives a reason to consider some Ukrainian linguists of the Soviet period as creators of both colonial and anti-colonial discourses.

Savoirs de référence : quelle transposition dans les contenus d’enseignement-apprentissage du FLE au secondaire algérien ?

Reference Knowledge: What transposition in the teaching-learning contents of FLE to Algerian Secondary School?
 To secure inclusion in FLE (French as a Foreign Language) school textbooks for secondary education, the scholarly knowledge embedded in the textual approach undergoes a dual process of transposition. Initially, this reference knowledge is externally transposed into curriculum material designed for teaching. This external transposition is succeeded by an internal transposition, where the transposed content becomes the subject of learning. This article aims to scrutinize the didactic transposition process of this knowledge. By tracking its integration into the teaching-learning materials of this educational cycle (curricula and textbooks), the study seeks to assess how the knowledge is valued and employed to foster authentic reading experiences. The investigation primarily involves examining the progression of this knowledge through synoptic tables and glossaries (1st, 2nd, and 3rd AS), coupled with an analysis of questions presented in the margins of the assigned texts. This dual approach facilitates a comprehensive understanding of how this knowledge is formulated and legitimized. A secondary objective is to gauge any disparities between the theoretical principles of transposition and their actual application in curriculum and textbook development. The study's findings shed light on the destiny of this reference knowledge and the constraints imposed by certain pieces of information on the construction of text meaning. Some knowledge, owing to its sheer volume, appears to have garnered more assured recognition, tending to stabilize effectively in practice. Conversely, the impact of other knowledge, derived from the same reference theories, remains ambiguous and does not consistently contribute to shaping the meaning of texts. Their current utilization suggests a marked simplification and resultant impoverishment during reading activities, reducing them to mechanical processes focused on a few textual elements. This often occurs without engaging in a critical examination of the textual content and the formulation of interpretations. Consequently, the study advocates a reassessment of the openness championed by this textual approach. It suggests reconsidering the legitimacy granted to various methods of accessing texts, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced and articulated approach.

지속가능발전목표에 기초한 의생활 분야 교과서 분석 및 지속가능발전교육프로그램 적용 효과

In accordance with the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), this study analyzed the representation of content related to the SDGs in the clothing and living domains of the 2015 revised practical art education textbook. Based on this analysis, an Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) program was developed, implemented, and evaluated in the field of clothing and living for prospective elementary school teachers. The research results are as follows: First, the analysis revealed that the textbooks predominantly focused on an environmental perspective (50.9%), a social and cultural perspective (45.9%), and an economic perspective (3.2%). Within the social and cultural perspective, ‘health and well-being’ dominated at 74.2%, eclipsing other goals. Furthermore, the environmental perspective showed a more even distribution across goals, with ‘responsible consumption and production’ accounting for 33.2%. Considering the low percentage attributed to the economic perspective overall, the findings emphasize the need for the balanced inclusion of all three perspectives of the SDGs in the clothing and living areas.
 Second, prospective elementary school teachers’ evaluation of the ESD program in clothing and living demonstrated their ability to understand the significance of SDGs and the direction toward sustainability in this domain. The hands-on experience acquired in practical classes provided a concrete demonstration of their commitment to the SDGs, enabling these teachers to cultivate collaboration skills for the SDGs and enhance their integrated problem-solving capabilities. The program strengthened digital capabilities through diverse teaching and learning methods. Additionally, a lesson plan was prepared for future sustainable clothing and living education while offering opportunities to enhance cultural diversity through clothing culture education.
 The findings suggest the following. First, achieving a balance among environmental, social, cultural, and economic goals requires the development of content related to those topics. Second, considering the proven effectiveness of practice-oriented classes, elementary schools should develop interactive and learner-centered practical class content in addition to employing teaching and learning methods appropriate for the students’ level.

An Examination Of Academic Studies Regarding Vocabulary Teaching In Secondary School Turkish Textbooks

Vocabulary teaching aims to transfer the cultural properties and richness of expression of a language to the next generations. Studies conducted on vocabulary teaching become important in the development of the textbooks used as the primary source for teaching vocabulary in schools, the emergence of new approaches to vocabulary teaching, and the way for the relevant experts to gain different perspectives. When the studies in the literature are reviewed, although there are some studies conducted on vocabulary teaching in textbooks, there is no study that handles all these studies together. The aim of the present study, which was conducted based on the lack of studies in the literature, is to examine the academic studies conducted on vocabulary teaching in secondary school Turkish textbooks between 2006-2023. Within the aim of the study, a total of 22 postgraduate theses and 42 articles that were indexed in Google Scholar, YÖK National Thesis Center, Proquest, and TR Index databases and discussed the vocabulary elements in Turkish textbooks have been examined. Document analysis, one of the qualitative research methods, was used in the study and descriptive analysis was performed to analyze the studies included in the scope of the research. As a result of the study, it was concluded that of the studies conducted on the vocabulary elements in secondary school Turkish textbooks, 34,4 % were theses while 65,6 % of them were articles; the qualitative method was mostly used in studies; the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th-grade Turkish textbooks were examined together throughout the research; studies were conducted to determine the vocabulary elements in the passages of the textbooks, identify the vocabulary elements in the activities of the textbooks, and analyze the textbooks in terms of idioms, proverbs, and word frequency; vocabulary elements such as idioms, proverbs, formulaic expressions, reduplications, proper nouns, and related words were included more; keywords in the studies were grouped under the title of vocabulary, culture, genre, method and technique, book, skill, linguistics, word, and education and training; and keywords included in the studies and aims of the present study overlapped with each other.

Beyond the Canon: Seeking Black Women Artists in K-12 Art Education Teaching Resources

Despite the plethora of textbooks and teaching resources to guide the instructor in transmitting knowledge and skills for classroom instruction and curriculum development, many K-12 art education resources feature White, Eurocentric artists. Black women K-12 art educators are challenged to locate resources that enhance students’ understanding and interest in racial and gender identities. This research critically explores the representation and availability of Black women artists in K-12 art education textbooks and teaching resources. The images and artists in art education textbooks are crucial and can affect students’ understanding of art and teachers' development of an inclusive curriculum. I, therefore, investigated, through a Black feminist perspective, the underrepresentation of Black women artists in art education teaching resources. Drawing on narrative inquiry, I interviewed Black women elementary and secondary art educators throughout the United States to reveal the availability of Black women artists for classroom instruction and curriculum development. As a result, the data collected highlights emergent themes and subthemes that describe patterns of Whiteness in art education. This research demonstrates the need to diversify K-12 art education textbooks and teaching resources beyond a few token Black women artists.

Ways of Developing Creative Thinking and Reasoning of Students in Mathematics Learning

Reasoning skill is one of the main components of mathematical competency (NCTM, 2014). Mathematics students use mainly two types of reasoning skills namely imitative reasoning and creative reasoning in solving mathematical tasks. The textbook tasks in our context are of routine types which are solvable using imitative reasoning. Most mathematics teachers use prescribed textbooks in lesson planning and teaching (Thomson & Fleming, 2004) which ultimately promotes imitative reasoning among the students as compared to creative reasoning. Moreover, many mathematics teachers still follow the traditional chalk-and-talk banking pedagogy which does not support the enhancement of creative thinking and reasoning skills. This literature-based research study has identified some of the ways to develop the creative thinking and reasoning skills of mathematics students through the intense study of the available research articles, thesis, and books in the field of mathematical thinking and creativity. This study has found the positive impact of productive struggle and adversity quotient on students’ creative thinking and reasoning skills. Likewise, problem-posing and problem-solving skills have been found to be essential skills for enhancing creativity. This study has also found modern student-centric teaching approaches like the ADI (Argument-Driven Inquiry) approach and the RME (Realistic Mathematics Education) approach beneficial in improving reasoning skills. This study also found CMR (Creative Mathematically Founded Reasoning) tasks to be helpful in increasing the creative reasoning skills of mathematics students.

The Vertical Context of Contemporary British Short Prose

The article is devoted to the study of vertical context in contemporary British short prose as the necessary prerequisite for the appreciation and accurate interpretation of fiction. The paper focuses on the socio-historical and philological vertical context of the short stories by contemporary British writers, which comprise Volumes I and II of “Story Time. Contemporary British Short Stories in the EFL Classroom”, a series of textbooks for tertiary education. The paper highlights realia, toponyms, anthroponyms, textual elements referring to characters’ social background and allusions as the most significant categories of vertical context. The authors draw the conclusion that the study of vertical context is of primary importance for achieving adequate understanding of literary texts and thus needs to be taught through practical assignments designed for students reading contemporary prose. They also comment on the current trend that consists in the restructuring of vertical context by shifting from allusions to classics to alluding to contemporary mass culture, quoting contemporary precedent names and titles.

Female role models in school religious education and their perception by female students in the final years of secondary school

ABSTRACT The present article discusses female students’ perception of the female role models introduced to them during religious education classes in Poland. Besides imparting knowledge, the teaching of religious classes in schools, a part of religious education, aims at shaping attitudes. Therefore, presenting young people with role models who can inspire them and be a reference point concerning their behaviour should be a vital component of religious education. The current research shows, however, that this is a neglected area. This article is based on a research study comprising focus group interviews. The participants were adult students in the final grades of secondary school who had completed the entire cycle of religious education at school. The article is structured as follows. The first section discusses the relationship between the role models presented to students during religious education classes and the shaping of their identity vis-a-vis the morphogenetic approach of M. Archer. The second section focuses on the female personal role models mentioned in the core curriculum and religious education textbooks. This is followed by a delineation of the methodological assumptions of the present research and a discussion of the results.

Intersection of Gender, Globalization, and Religion in Local and Globalized ELT Textbooks in Iran

This paper examines gender representation in two textbook series: Solutions, published by an international publisher, and the Iran Language Institute (ILI) series, written by local writers. Evidence of gender representation is drawn from the analysis of their religious content in the narrative texts and the illustrations. The analysis of gender representation is guided by six criteria: visibility in pictures, visibility in text, firstness, character activity, occupations, and topic dominance. The findings indicate that in both textbook series, males exhibit greater visibility and dominance in relation to character and occupation. The gender representation varies significantly. These results substantiate previous investigations conducted elsewhere, highlighting the gender imbalance in textbook representation. The examination of gender representation at the intersection of religion in local textbooks also revealed that intersectionality in social sciences can further perpetuate gender bias in educational materials. These findings serve as a call to action for textbook authors and education policymakers to prioritize gender equality representation within the context of religion and globalization in language education textbooks authored by local writers. This research holds implications for language teaching approaches fostering intercultural competence, specifically in English as a lingua franca.

Impediments to learning problem-solving in Malawian lower secondary mathematics textbooks

Background: In a culture where teachers follow the textbook prescriptively, Malawian students perform low in mathematics, and no students reach the problem-solving levels.Aim: To explore reasons for students’ low performance, this study aims at investigating opportunities to learn problem-solving in Malawian mathematics textbooks.Setting: This study focuses on Malawian mathematics textbooks in the lower secondary grades focusing on the areas of linear equations and simultaneous linear equations. These areas have a particular emphasis on problem-solving.Methods: Four textbooks from two of the most widely used series of mathematics textbooks in Malawian secondary school were analysed. The Mathematics Discourse in Instruction framework was used to analyse examples and tasks in the four textbooks.Results: Analysis indicates that the textbooks provide relatively few opportunities to learn problem-solving, and most of the opportunities are given through word problems. These word problems are typically presented towards the end of the chapters, and students are thus stimulated to apply already learned procedures to solve the problems rather than learn through problem-solving.Conclusion: Limitations in opportunities to learn problem-solving are particularly challenging in a context like Malawi, where teacher–textbook compliance is high, where there is a shortage of qualified mathematics teachers and where few students have access to their own textbook.Contribution: This study provides an overview of impediments to learning problem-solving in Malawian mathematics textbook, and knowledge about such impediments is necessary for change.

The Role and Positioning of Digital Textbooks in Vocational Education in Relation to Teachers

In recent years, with the rapid advancement of digital technologies, digitization in vocational education has become a major trend. Among these advancements, digital textbooks have emerged at the forefront of digitization, significantly impacting both their form and content. This article aims to analyze the existing issues in the use of digital textbooks in vocational education and emphasize the importance of recognizing the vital role of teachers in the wave of digital textbook innovation. It is crucial to clarify the role and positioning of teachers to avoid inadvertently diminishing their classroom significance while prioritizing technological innovations. Teachers should fully leverage the role of digital textbooks as tools for organizing classroom activities and recognize the core and essence of classroom teaching as digital technologies enter the scope of vocational education. By doing so, teachers can contribute to the high-quality development of modern vocational education.

초등학교 체육교과 세계민속무용 영역 내용 분석

Objectives The primary objective of this study is to investigate the significance of cultural education within the domain of world folk dance as integrated into primary school physical education curricula. Methods The study applied open coding, axial coding and selective coding techniques rooted in grounded theory principles. The analysis encompassed eight distinct primary school physical education textbooks tailored for fifth-grade students, specifically focusing on the segment dedicated to folk expression through world folk dance. The research involved categorizing content by the countries of origin, dance types, and specific dance composi-tions, encompassing a comprehensive scope of 20 nations and 38 distinct dance works featured in these textbooks. This analysis aimed to delve into the realm of folk expression while concurrently examining its relation-ship with cultural education, with a particular focus on discerning patterns and characteristics within the realm of folk dance. Through the autoethnography as a qualitative methodology, this study connects the concepts of dia-spora and cultural hybridity. It explores diaspora space appeared in diaspora festivals and the world festivals that include folk dances. Results The analysis of primary school physical education textbooks reveals three fundamental aspects of cultural education such as cultural identity, cultural diversity and cultural hybridity within the context of world folk dance. First, Cultural Identity: World folk dance serves as a conduit for students to connect with and express their cultural heritage. It provides a platform for celebrating one’s cultural identity through physical movement. Second, Cultural Diversity: The inclusion of folk dances from diverse nations exposes students to the rich tapestry of global cultures. This exposure fosters an appreciation for the diversity of human traditions, promoting tolerance and understanding. Finally, Cultural Hybridity: Some folk dances exhibit characteristics of cultural hybridity, where di-verse cultural influences merge to create unique dance forms. This aspect underscores the dynamic nature of culture and the interconnectedness of different societies. Conclusions The study highlights the significance of world folk dance in primary school physical education curric-ula, particularly for fifth-grade students. World folk dance serves as a valuable tool for enhancing students’ non-verbal expressive abilities through physical movements, simultaneously deepening their comprehension of diverse cultural perspectives. By framing world folk dance as an integral facet of culture, the research encourages educators to provide optimal opportunities for students to engage in meaningful expression activities within the realm of cultural education. The integration of world folk dance into primary school physical education curricula enriches students’ cultural experiences and aligns with broader goals such as cultural identity, cultural diversity and cultural hybridity.

Analisis Muatan Nilai Karakter dalam Buku Teks Pendidikan Pancasila SMP Kelas VII

Basically, one strategy in shaping the character of the nation's next generation is through instilling character values ??in students at school, which can be implemented using the Pancasila Education textbook. This research aims to strengthen students' values ??and ethics, so that they become individuals who are honest, empathetic and responsible, who in turn are expected to be pioneers of change that bring hope for a better future. This research methodology is a qualitative approach with content analysis methods. The results of the research show that the character values ??contained in the Pancasila Education textbook are spread throughout the book's chapters, including (1) the introductory section which contains an invitation or exclamation, (2) the content of the material which includes students' activities in searching for information and reading discourse, as well as (3) a closing section which includes reflection, individual and group assessment.

Implementation of Arabic Learning based on Contextual Approach and Contextual Textbook for Higher Education

Arabic language learning program are implemented for all students under the auspices of the Language Development Center in UIN Imam Bonjol Padang. This program aims to increase foreign language skills; listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. So, the output of this program is expected that students can dig up information to support global communication. This study aims to describe Arabic language learning based on contextual approach and contextual textbook as well as factors that influence the success of the Arabic learning process at the UIN Imam Bonjol Padang. This research used a qualitative approach with case study method through data collection including observation, interview and documentation. The results showed that Arabic language learning based on contextual learning is suitable for universities, supported by using of interactive teaching materials equipped with exercises, as well as an intense duration of time so that it is very effective to improve the skills of student’s UIN Imam Bonjol Padang. This research strengthens the importance of using daily contextual conditions in Arabic language learning so that students can practice their daily language skills with the surrounding environment.