NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Showing 106 to 120 of 359 results Save | Export
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Gazelle, Heidi; Faldowski, Richard A. – Infant and Child Development, 2014
This study examined the extent that inhibition among familiar peers was related to inhibition among unfamiliar peers versus exclusion by familiar peers at 2?years of age. Peer inhibition at 2?years of age was assessed by both mothers and teachers on versions of the Behavioral Inhibition Questionnaire and the Preschool Play Behavior Scale (N?=?141…
Descriptors: Familiarity, Peer Relationship, Inhibition, Toddlers
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
PDF on ERIC Download full text
McKim, Aaron J.; Lambert, Misty D.; Sorensen, Tyson J.; Velez, Jonathan J. – Journal of Agricultural Education, 2015
The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) represent a shift in the American education system. Included in the CCSS are opportunities for agriculture teachers to integrate math and English language arts content into their curriculum. Using the theory of planned behavior, we sought to identify Oregon agriculture teachers' attitudes, familiarity with,…
Descriptors: Common Core State Standards, Agricultural Education, Teacher Attitudes, Familiarity
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
PDF on ERIC Download full text
Kindiki, Jonah Nyaga – International Journal of Educational Administration and Policy Studies, 2015
The main objective of this study is to investigate policy implications for the abolition of corporal punishment in secondary schools in Kenya. Adopting a survey design, using questionnaires, interviews and documentation, a sample of 355 was selected from target population of 3228 teachers, students and parents. The data were analysed thematically.…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Secondary Schools, Discipline Policy, Punishment
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Parrish, Danielle E.; Oxhandler, Holly K. – Journal of Social Work Education, 2015
This article presents the results of a cross-sectional study of social work field instructors' views of and implementation of the evidence-based practice (EBP) process and compares their responses with non-field instructors. A total of 688 National Association of Social Workers/Texas members (107 of which were field instructors) anonymously…
Descriptors: Social Work, Field Instruction, Evidence, Best Practices
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Cobbinah, Charles; Bayaga, Anass – EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science & Technology Education, 2017
The aim of this study was to explore physics teachers' ramification of theory and practices as a result of physics content and pedagogical changes in the Further Education and Training (FET) phase. The researchers adopted the mixed method research approach. The quantitative aspect involved 109 physics teachers and the qualitative approach used ten…
Descriptors: Physics, Theory Practice Relationship, Mixed Methods Research, Teaching Experience
OECD Publishing, 2017
What is important for citizens to know and be able to do? The OECD Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) seeks to answer that question through the most comprehensive and rigorous international assessment of student knowledge and skills. The PISA 2015 Assessment and Analytical Framework presents the conceptual foundations of the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Achievement Tests, International Assessment, Secondary School Students
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Juned, Mohammad; Adil, Mohd – International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education, 2015
Weiser's (1991) conceptualisation of a world wherein human's interaction with computer technology would no longer be limited to conventional input and output devices, has now been translated into a reality with human's constant interaction with multiple interconnected computers and sensors embedded in rooms, furniture, clothes, tools, and other…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Internet, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Alldred, Pam; Fox, Nick; Kulpa, Robert – Health Education Journal, 2016
Objective: To assess an intervention to familiarise parents with children's books for use in primary (5-11 years) sex and relationship education (SRE) classes. Method: Case study of a 7-week programme in one London primary school, using ethnographic observation, semi-structured interviews and focus groups with parents (n = 7) and key stakeholders…
Descriptors: Parent Participation, Parent Child Relationship, Focus Groups, Questionnaires
Jabeen, Sadia – European Journal of Open, Distance and E-Learning, 2015
Announcements are considered as important source in provision of academic support to the students. Announcements assist students to get information about the university learning mechanisms, courses and other time management skills, which may help them to make their learning smooth and pleasant. In this context present study documents the perceived…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Information Dissemination, Sociology, Virtual Universities
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Porfirio, Grasiela; Sarmento, Pedro; Fonseca, Carlos – Applied Environmental Education and Communication, 2014
Surveys to assess environmental knowledge are elementary tools to ensure successful environmental education. Felines are considered key components of the environment, acting as flagships for conservation. Nevertheless, they are threatened by loss of habitat, prey reductions, and poaching. In the mosaic of protected areas in the Brazilian Pantanal,…
Descriptors: Knowledge Level, Familiarity, Environmental Education, Conservation (Environment)
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Payne, Jaimie L.; Wood, Carla – Communication Disorders Quarterly, 2016
The purpose of this study was to examine college students' perceptions of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and identify contributing factors that influence perceptions and reactions to students with ASD. Participants included 1,185 college students who responded to a survey in class or online. Trends in responses suggested that…
Descriptors: College Students, Student Attitudes, Student Surveys, Autism
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Ngafeeson, Madison N.; Sun, Jun – Journal of Information Technology Education: Research, 2015
The efforts of educators in the last three decades have, among other things, focused on the use of information technology (IT) in education. It has become commonplace to view information systems both as an effective carrier of course content as well as a cost-effective tool to improve student learning outcomes. One of such technologies is the…
Descriptors: Information Technology, Computer Attitudes, Educational Technology, Positive Attitudes
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
PDF on ERIC Download full text
Love, Tyler S.; Kreiser, Nicole; Camargo, Elsa; Grubbs, Michael E.; Kim, Eujin Julia; Burge, Penny L.; Culver, Steven M. – Journal of Education and Training Studies, 2015
Preparing faculty to meet the needs of the increasing number of students with disabilities is a critical need in higher education, particularly in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. Quality preparation is an emerging problem as the number of higher education students with disabilities is on the rise. In this…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Land Grant Universities, Disabilities, Teaching Experience
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Brown-Lavoie, S. M.; Viecili, M. A.; Weiss, J. A. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2014
There is a significant gap in understanding the risk of sexual victimization in individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and the variables that contribute to risk. Age appropriate sexual interest, limited sexual knowledge and experiences, and social deficits, may place adults with ASD at increased risk. Ninety-five adults with ASD and 117…
Descriptors: Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism, Knowledge Level, Adults
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Inoue-Smith, Yukiko – Asia-Pacific Journal of Teacher Education, 2014
Offerings of online courses continue to increase in higher education settings, as institutions attempt to meet students' (and faculty members') increasing demands for online access. How do pre-service teachers perceive online education? This paper reports the results of a questionnaire-based survey addressing this issue. The questionnaire focused…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Internet, Online Courses
Pages: 1  |  ...  |  4  |  5  |  6  |  7  |  8  |  9  |  10  |  11  |  12  |  ...  |  24