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What Do Learners Do While Planning? Learners' Use and Perceptions of Planning for an Oral Narrative Task

  • Park, Su-Jung
    • English Language & Literature Teaching
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    • v.15 no.3
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    • pp.223-248
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    • 2009
  • Previous research on the impact of pretask planning on subsequent second language (L2) production has mainly focused on the linguistic quality of planned production, while learners' thought processes and perceptions about planning have been relatively less explored. In addition, few previous planning studies have examined whether the learners did in fact follow the pretask instructions, thus leaving the role of pretask instructions in the planning process unexplored. Therefore, the present study investigated whether pretask instructions affect attentional allocation as well as what cognitive operations planners engage in and what their perceptions about planning are. Forty-three Korean EFL classroom learners were divided into two groups: before having time to plan for an oral story retelling task, one group received general instructions, while the other group received specific instructions. The findings, based on both quantitative and qualitative data analysis, indicated no large effects of pretask instructions on the planners' attentional focus. Rather, the qualitative analysis identified a number of other factors that influenced learners' decision making as well as their general processes and approaches to planning and their perceptions about planning and thinking aloud while planning. Implications for L2 teaching as well as limitations of the study are discussed.

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A Study on the 2nd Grade Multiplication Units in 2015 revised Elementary Mathematics Textbooks (2015 개정 초등수학 교과서 2학년 곱셈 단원 분석)

  • Kim, Sung Joon
    • East Asian mathematical journal
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    • v.33 no.4
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    • pp.353-380
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    • 2017
  • The purpose of this study is to analyze the multiplication units in the elementary school mathematics. In the 2015 revised curriculum, students learn multiplication in $2^{nd}$ grade. The multiplication units is divided into two: multiplication and multiplication facts. In these two units, we mainly analyze situations involving multiplication, models for teaching multiplication, and multiplication strategies for teaching multiplication facts in relation to Subject Matter Knowledge. We called these contents Multiplication Matter Knowledge. We examined the precedent study with regard to multiplication at the elementary mathematics. As results, we prepared an analysis framework for this study. This study was conducted according to qualitative research methods, expecially 'qualitative contents analysis'. The contents here refer to Multiplication Matter Knowledge that can be found in the elementary mathematics textbooks and working books etc. As results of analysis, We can confirm that various multiplication situations and multiplication models are presented in the textbooks. And it has been examined that various multiplication properties are presented in the textbook according to the multiplication strategy levels. We insist elementary school teachers should be aware of these Multiplication Matter Knowledge. This study aims to provide elementary school teachers with basic data in these contexts.

Developing English listening and speaking skills by using puppetry in elementary schools (초등영어에서 인형극을 활용한 듣기.말하기 능력 향상방안)

  • Im, Byung-Bin;Kim, Yang-Sook
    • English Language & Literature Teaching
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    • v.9 no.2
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    • pp.263-291
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    • 2003
  • This paper is to help the students in elementary schools develop and improve their English listening and speaking skills by presenting effective teaching and learning techniques using puppetry. It is absolutely obvious that listening and speaking are very important skills for most EFL students. Using puppets in the classroom is a creative English teaching technique which can involve authentic, communicative language situations. Moreover, puppets appeal to children and can aid in lowering affective filters thereby creating a more comfortable learning environment. The study clearly showed that using puppets is feasible and enjoyable in elementary English classes. However, caution must be exercised in drawing and generalizing conclusions from this experience. The results of the experiment are as follows: First, using puppetry in the English class was found to have positive influence on students' affective domains (interst, attitude). Second, using puppets in the English classes was found to be efficient for improving students' English listening and speaking skills. Third, appropriate materials should be selected and well thought-out plans should be made to be successful English class using puppetry. Perhaps the most interesting line of future research is to use qualitative research to examine the effect of this technique on the teacher variable. Further research is recommended, especially on using puppetry for speaking proficiency and creating affectively comfortable learning atmospheres.

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Preliminary Research for Factor of Obstructing Curriculum Reconstruction (교육과정 재구성 저해 요인 분석을 위한 탐색)

  • Kang, Hyeon-Suk;Bang, Gi-Yong
    • Journal of Fisheries and Marine Sciences Education
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    • v.24 no.1
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    • pp.123-135
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    • 2012
  • The purpose of this study is to search for factor of obstructing curriculum reconstruction. we try to reconstruct curriculum for relevance and adequacy of educational content. There are many reasons for refusing mission of curriculum reconstruction. We searched the factor of obstructing curriculum reconstruction by survey and qualitative interview. According to the results of previous research, teachers are felt for strong demand of accountability and rigorous evaluation. In the future, the study of these themes will be approached by grounded theory and qualitative study because of nature of the reconstruction problem. Curriculum reconstruction is searched by teacher in real context of instruction and teaching.

The Research on H-PCK(Pedagogical Contents Knowledge in Home Economics Education) formation process of 2017 Novice Teacher in Busan (신규임용교사의 H-PCK 형성과정 탐색: 2017 부산지역 가정과 신규임용 교사를 대상으로)

  • Kim, Nam Eun
    • Human Ecology Research
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    • v.56 no.3
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    • pp.247-262
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    • 2018
  • This study investigates the process of PCK formation for 2017 novice teachers in Busan. This study was conducted parallel to quantitative research using the H-PCK measurement tool as well as qualitative research methods through an open questionnaire and after-interview. Consequently, the H-PCK level of novice teachers was 3.51. The knowledge of perspective on home economics education (KP) was 3.87, knowledge of home economics curriculum (KC) was 3.37 and the knowledge of home economics instructional strategies (KI) was 3.39. Study participants reported that curriculum knowledge, curriculum content knowledge, and teaching strategy knowledge were formed through preparation for appointment; however, it was not possible to judge if PCK was formed for the restructuring ability or the reconstruction ability. Knowledge related to curriculum content was learned through teacher training, internet teacher community, and internet information materials. Knowledge of teaching strategies was learned through 1-2 teaching consulting or peer scholarship. It is necessary to revise the university curriculum (such as expansion of curriculum education, expansion of experience in teaching practice, and actual case study) order to form PCK. Second, it should be developed and operated various training programs for the formation of home economics education curriculum knowledge. Third, it is necessary to organize a nationwide system to support the mentor. In the future, it is necessary to study PCK analysis for each unit and topic as well as to explain methods that can be provided to field teachers.

Research Trends and Issues of Engineering Education in Korean Elementary and Secondary Education (국내 초·중등 공학 교육 연구 동향 분석)

  • Lee, Eun-sang
    • Journal of Engineering Education Research
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    • v.18 no.4
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    • pp.45-56
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    • 2015
  • The goal of this study was to analyze the research trends of engineering education in elementary and secondary education. To accomplish this goal, this study analyzed the journal papers by 'published year', 'research topic', 'research subject', 'research method' and 'related school subject'. Followings are the results of this study. First, regarding the published year, the studies related to the elementary and secondary school level engineering education had been conducted 1 to 3 pieces intermittently from 1995 to 2009. And the number of studies are more than 5 pieces after 2010. Second, regarding the research topic, the number of study followed by 'investigation for current status', 'tendency analysis', 'development of teaching method or model', 'verification of teaching method/models' effect'. Third, regarding the research subject, the number of study followed by 'student', 'literature', 'professor', 'teacher'. Fourth, regarding the research method, the number of study followed by 'survey research' and 'literature research', 'qualitative research', 'experimental research' and 'integrated research'. Fifth, regarding the related subject, the number of study followed by 'science', 'technology', 'mathematics', 'practical arts'. Based on the results of this study, there are the needs for further studies to establish theoretical foundation on the engineering content elements in elementary and secondary school level, analyze on related variables and effects, develop engineering assessment instrument, use a variety of research methods, and conduct study on the applications of engineering in math subject.

Human Genome Research and ELSI Program (인간유전체 연구와 인문사회과학적 접근 : ELSI 연구의 현황과 과제)

  • Yoon Jeong-Ro
    • Journal of Science and Technology Studies
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    • v.1 no.2 s.2
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    • pp.423-438
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    • 2001
  • The purpose of this study is to understand how a teacher's teaching can be changed while he or she teaches the same contents in different classes. The qualitative research method was used in this study. Data were collected from classroom observations, several in-depth interviews, and stimulated-recall interviews after each class. All the data were transcribed and analyzed interpretively, and then, the results of the analysis were checked by each participating teacher. The results are as follows: First, changes appeared in each class in terms of the teaching items, tools, sequence, and time, even though the same teacher taught the same contents. It showed that the teacher's teaching practice changed immediately and intuitively in class. Second, teachers tried to implement "exploratory teaching" or "move-testing teaching" to address the emerging problems during their teaching. They then reflected on and modified their own teaching. This type of change, which happened during the teaching practice, can be an example of "Reflection-in-practice." Thus, the results of this study can provide helpful insights into how teachers might adapt and reflect in their teaching. It suggests that teachers need to recognize their subconscious teaching changes and learn "Reflection-in-practice."

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The Influence of the Functional Thinking Based-Teaching on Algebraic Reasoning and Functional Thinking Level of Sixth Grade Elementary School Students (함수적 사고 기반 수업이 초등학교 6학년 학생들의 대수적 추론 능력 및 함수적 사고 수준에 미치는 영향)

  • Choi, Eunmi;Oh, Youngyoul
    • Journal of Elementary Mathematics Education in Korea
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    • v.20 no.4
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    • pp.655-676
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    • 2016
  • The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of teaching on functional thinking, one of the algebraic thinking in sixth grade students level. For this study, we developed functional thinking based-teaching through analyzing mathematical curriculum and preceding research, which consisted of 12 classes, and we investigated the effects of teaching through quantitative and qualitative analysis. In the results of this study, functional thinking based-teaching was statistically proven to be more effective in improving algebraic reasoning skills and lower elements which is an algebraic reasoning as generalized arithmetic and functional thinking, compared to traditional textbook-centered lessons. In addition, the functional thinking based-teaching gave a positive impact on the functional thinking level. Thus functional thinking based-teaching provides guidance on the implications for teaching and learning methods and study of the functional thinking in the future, because of the significant impact on the mathematics learning in six grade students.

The Effect of Reflection and Mentoring Based on Gender - Sensitive Teaching Strategies (성인지적 교수전략을 바탕으로 한 수업 성찰과 멘토링 효과)

  • Hong, Kyung-Sun;Kim, Dong-Ik;Gu, Su-Yeon;Ahn, Jin-Kyung
    • Journal of Engineering Education Research
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    • v.14 no.2
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    • pp.40-50
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    • 2011
  • This study is to investigate an effective instruction for female students in an engineering classroom through gender -sensitive teaching strategies by analysing recorded classroom instruction, reflective journals of professor, and mentoring instructions of A professor teaching "non-steel materials and design" in an engineering classroom. This study which used a qualitative approach for data collection and analysis showed changes of A professor in his way of teaching. The changes are: making rough lesson plan ${\rightarrow}$ making detailed lesson plan being satisfied with his teaching skills ${\rightarrow}$ trying to improve his teaching skills, using negative feedback ${\rightarrow}$ using positive feedback, pointing weaknesses as pre-engineers ${\rightarrow}$ providing detailed information needed to be engineers. This paper deals with the theory comparison between a conventional engineering education and new engineering education, in which conventional models may fail to give satisfactory results. Finally, we provide real application examples to evaluate the feasibility and generality of the proposed method in this paper.

Educational needs of severe trauma treatment simulation based on mixed reality: Applying focus group interviews to military hospital nurses (혼합현실 기반 중증외상 처치 시뮬레이션 교육 요구 조사: 군병원 간호사 대상 포커스 그룹 인터뷰 적용)

  • Jang, Seon Mi;Hwang, Sinwoo;Jung, Yoomi;Jung, Eunyoung
    • The Journal of Korean Academic Society of Nursing Education
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    • v.27 no.4
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    • pp.423-435
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    • 2021
  • Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the educational needs of a severe trauma treatment simulation program based on mixed reality which combines element of both virtual reality and augmented reality. Methods: Focus group interviews were conducted with ten military hospital nurses on February 4 and 5, 2021. The collected data were analyzed using a qualitative content analysis. As a framework for data analysis, the educational needs were clustered into the following four categories: teaching contents, teaching methods, teaching evaluation, and teaching environment. Results: The educational needs for each category that emerged were as follows: three subcategories including "realistic education reflecting actual clinical practice" and "motivating education" for teaching contents; five subcategories including "team-based education," "repeated education that acts as embodied learning," and "stepwise education" for teaching methods; six subcategories including "debriefing through video conferences," "team evaluation and evaluator in charge of the team," "combination of knowledge and practice evaluation" for teaching evaluation; six subcategories including "securing safety," "similar settings to real clinical environments," "securing of convenience and accessibility for learners," and "operating as continuing education" for teaching environment. Conclusion: The findings of this study can provide a guide for the development and operation of a severe trauma treatment simulation program based on mixed reality. Moreover, it suggests that research to identify the educational needs of various learners should be conducted.