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GLOBAL
Conference
On
Education
BOOK OF ABSTRACTS
August 8-9, 2014
Volume VIII
Sponsored by
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF RIVERSIDE Riverside, California • 92505
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Global Conference on
Education
Book of Abstract
August 8-9, 2014
Volume VIII
Sponsored by
School of Education
University of Riverside
Riverside, Ca • 92505
Telephone: 951.637.0100
Fax: 951.637.0400
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CONFERENCE HEADQUARTERS
Dr. Raj K. Singh, Conference Chair, University of Riverside, Riverside, California
Mrs. Jeannette Singh, University of Riverside, Riverside, California
Miss. Dilushika Senarathgoda, University of Riverside, Riverside, California
Mrs. Veronica Venegas, University of Riverside, Riverside, California
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Dr. Christa Banton, University of Riverside, Riverside, California Dr. Prachi Bhatt, FORE School of Management, New Delhi, India Dr. Virginia Green, The Biz Visions Group, Sherman Oaks, California Dr. Linda Martin, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas Dr. Paul Shankar Mahajan, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona Dr. Walter McCollum, Organizational Development, HONOR Network Group Dr. Marjo Mitsutomi, Osaka Gakuin University, Osaka, Japan Dr. Zibusiso Ncube, Concordia College, Selma, Alabama Dr. Ezinwa Ogbechie, University of Riverside, Riverside, California Dr. Henrietta Okoro, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona Dr. Michael Pickett, University of Riverside, Riverside, California
Dr. Sriram Rajagopalan, Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota Mr. Esmaeel Saeedy Robat, Islamic Azad University, Taibad Branch, Iran Dr. Douglas Roberts, University of Riverside, Riverside, California Dr. David Rodgers, Northwestern Connecticut Community, Winstead, Connecticut Dr. Angela Seay, Northcentral University, Prescott Valley, Arizona
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Session Chair Mawousse Imaku
Review Committee
Shade Akintunde, Ph.D.
Ali Azadeh, Ph.D.
Chanchal Chopra, Ph.D.
Abdul-Nasser El-Kassar, Ph.D.
Sheila Embry, DM
Reginald Gardner, DM
Greg Goussak, Ph.D.
Virginia Green, Ph.D.
Brian Grizzell, Ph.D.
Tarique Hossain, Ph.D.
Lawrence Ibekwe, Ph.D.
David Iwane, Ph.D.
Kema Kalidas, Ph.D.
Therese Kanai, Ph.D.
Prateek Kanchan, Ph.D.
Shradha Kanwar, Ph.D.
Frederick Lawrence, Ph.D.
Allison Leggett, Ed.D.
Paul Mahajan, DM
Walter McCollum, Ph.D.
Marjo Mitsutomi, Ph.D.
Victoria Narachiti, Ph.D.
Alain Nkoyock, DM
Peace Odoemena, DM
Ezinwa Ogbechie, Ph.D.
Henrietta Okoro, DM
Stephen Pase, D.Sc.
Pramad Pathak, Ph.D.
Michael Pickett, Ed.D.
Sriram Rajagopalan, Ph.D.
Douglas Roberts, Ph.D.
David Rogers, Ph.D.
Amna Safdar, Ph.D.
Raj Singh, Ph.D.
Saumya Singh, Ph.D.
Burt Stillar, DPA
Hemben Terseer, DM
Mohammed Wahba, Ph.D.
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A Message from the Chair
It is with great pleasure, I want to welcome presenters, organizing committee members, reviewers and session chair
to our conference dealing with global education issues. This conference is designed to serve as an important meeting for
the discussion and exchange of ideas and information to enhance understanding, appreciation, and cooperation among diverse groups of professionals. The sessions and the
papers deal with opportunities and challenges faced by educators in the new global environment.
This document contains abstracts in several important subject areas of education. The collection exhibits an excellent selection of quality submissions.
The authors are from various educational institutions located in different parts of the world. Please note that book of abstracts of this conference are distributed globally.
I want to extend my sincere thanks to conference organizers and participants for their support.
Raj K. Singh, Ph.D. Conference Chair
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About the Authors
Prof. Lilian-Rita Akudolu, teaches Curriculum and Instruction at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. She graduated with a B.A (Education French) and completed
a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Nigeria, Nsukka. As part of her undergraduate training, Lilian-Rita obtained a Diplôme de Langue,
Littérature et Civilisation Française, Université de Grenoble 111, France. She has a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) degree
in curriculum Studies – Computer Assisted Language Learning. From 2005 to 2006, she did her post-doctoral Commonwealth Academic Fellowship at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom.
A former Head of Department of Educational Foundations and former Coordinator, Center for Educational Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University,
Awka, Lilian-Rita was a Nigeria representative at the Africa Higher Education Collaborative (AHEC) organized by the Council for International Exchange of Scholars (CIES) Washington D. C. and Cairo from 2007 to 2009 and she was
a Trainer in Research Methods in the 2009- 2010 Regional Training workshops of the Educational Research Network for West and Central Africa (ERNWACA). She was the Principal Investigator (July 2010– 30th October 2011) in the
Mobilizing Regional Capacity Initiatives (MRCI) program of the Association of African Universities (AAU), a multi-country study that covered Kenya, Nigeria
and South Africa. (Memberships/Accomplishments) Lilian-Rita is the Vice President of the World Council for Curriculum and
Instruction (WCCI), Nigeria Chapter and also a member of the Nigerian Academy of Education (MNAE). She has authored over 80 publications in books
and journals. She has in her portfolio many master’s and doctorate students who have successfully completed their thesis under her supervision. She is also a mentor to both graduate and undergraduate students. One of her
mentee groups authored a research proposal that won the 2011 Educational Research Network for West and Central Africa (ERNWACA) Grants for Educational Research.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Lilian-Rita Akudolu:
The following contact information was provided by Abdulrahman Essa Al Lily: [email protected]
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The following contact information was provided by Dr. Ibrahim Alaudah: [email protected]
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Saad Abdulrahman
Aldayel: [email protected]
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Abdulhameed Rakan
Alenezi: [email protected]
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Abigail Ngozi Alio:
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Nawal Aljaad:
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Yousef Almarshad:
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Jamal Alsharhan:
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Yousif Abulrahman
Alshumaimeri:
Dr. Wafa Hamad Al-Tuwaijre graduated with a BS in Pre-school
Education. And completed a Masters Degree in Educational Management from
King Saud University, Saudi Arabia. In 2011 she was granted a PHD in
educational management from the same university, and her thesis was entitled
(The Organizational Climate Supporting the Development of the Culture of
Dialogue in Public Universities: a Suggested Method).
Wafa Hamad Al-Tuwaijre is Assistant Professor and Manager of Development and Quality Faculty of Social Sciences at Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic
University. Before that, Wafa was a professor collaborator at Arab Open University, and worked.as assistant secretary general of King Abdul Aziz Center for National Dialogue (KACND), a national organization that works to spread
the culture of dialogue within the Saudi society. She regularly gives lectures on dialogue and communication in many government and private and philanthropic sectors.
Dr. Al-Tuwaijre is an active member in many associations, and was recently appointed as a part-time consultant at the Human Rights Commission. She is
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also a member of the commission of open day for students, and a member of the admissions committee for the master degree. Besides, being a Member of
the Committee for the Scientific Conference of students in higher education. She has published a book under the name of (supportive organizational climate
for the growth of a culture of dialogue in Saudi universities).
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Wafa Altuwaijre:
Abdullah Alwazrah Education:
- Bachelor of education - king Saud university - Master's degree in educational technology - king Saud university - PhD in higher education administration - king Saud university
Academic experince: Vice dean of preparatory programs at imam university
Assistant professor of higher education administration at imam university Lecturer at college of technology in Riyadh A member of strategic planning committie at imam university
Other experinces: Consultant at ministry of higher education in Saudi Arabia General manager of educational technology at ministry of education in. saudi
Arabia A member of the stearing commity of english langauge development program at
monistry of education in saudi arabia A certified trainer for human resources development
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Abdullah Alwazrah: [email protected]
Dr. Sabah Ali Amer Academic Rank Assistant Professor
Section Geography Faculty Arts Qualifications PhD Specialization Geography Specialization Economic Geography.
Marital Status Married She has taught numerous decisions in Specialization. In the area of
regional and human geography. Scientific research-- Livestock in the western region of Saudi Arabia, a study in economic geography
Spatial characteristics and marketing of specialized projects for poultry in the areas of Riyadh and Qassim. Study in economic geography Economic and social characteristics of the beneficiaries Special medical
services in the city of Riyadh. Analytical study of geography
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Some quality standards perspective. Research Working Paper. Research Working Paper submitted to the Organization for the Development of Human
Resources League of Arab States. The priorities of human resource development Kmqom economist..
Pipeline Research and Publishing-- Deterioration of human security and its impact on human development in Kenya. The characteristics of the economic integration of the Gulf Cooperation
Council for the Arab Gulf States. Member of the judging panel and discussion of the Master in Economic Geography Introduction of gastrulation, Department of Geography Gamila ALa
mari (Methods of cartographic representation for Agricultural Development in
Riyadh) College of Education Humanities. Member of reviewing and amending the current plan of study and applied in the Department of Geography since 2007-2008.
Department of Curriculum Princess Nora University girl Abdel-Rahman. Administrative tasks Head of the Department of Geography for the period of 2003-2005
Quality Coordinator, Department of Geography from 2008-2010 Member of correct and review the questions and put the Department of
Geography from 2008-2010 Member of review and modify the study plan in place in the Department of Geography of the year 2006-2008
Member of the Committee of the receipt of the test questions, Faculty of Arts academic year 2008-2009
Member of the Committee on Development Strategy Department of Geography 2009-2010 Academic Advising is responsible for the first semester, Department of
Geography in 2007-2008 Membership of Scientific Societies-- Saudi Geographical Society
Geography Society for Population Studies. Gulf Geographic Society.
Training course or workshop, including many of the courses in the UK and abroad, including engineering thinking and integrated into the curriculum and
courses, the first forum for traffic safety, ways and means of dissemination of scientific research.
Addressed the challenges of the application of quality systems in higher education institutions
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Sabah Ali Amer Yamani: [email protected]
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The following contact information was provided by Dr. Joy Chinelo Anyafulude: [email protected]
Charles Michael Austin, Ed.D. is the Director of Career Development at
Musicians Institute in Hollywood. He is the author of How To Find Work . . . And Keep Finding Work for the Rest of Your Life, and the recently published 101 Ways to Find Work . . . and Keep Finding Work for the Rest of Your Career!
(Cengage PTR). Dr. Austin has presented papers on career training and development to: the National Association of Women MBAs, the Association for Business
Communication, the National Council for Workforce Education, the Society of Educators and Scholars, and the International College Teaching and Learning
Conference. He has taught business and communication courses at institutions of higher learning in southern California, including: the Fashion Institute of Design &
Merchandising, Phillips Graduate Institute, The Art Institute – Hollywood & Los Angeles, Glendale Community College, Chapman University, and Loyola Marymount University.
Prior to joining Musicians Institute, Dr. Austin served as: Career Resource Specialist for Business Students and Alumni at Woodbury University in
Burbank, MBA Career Development and Employer Relations Manager at Pepperdine University’s School of Business and Management, and Director of Placement at Video Symphony in Burbank.
He holds a B.A. in Sociology from The City College of New York, an M.A. in Broadcast Communication Arts from San Francisco State University, and a
Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University. The following contact information was provided by Dr. Charles Michael Austin:
The following contact information was provided by Ebrahim Mohammed Bamanger:
The following contact information was provided by Maria Theresa Brewster: [email protected]
Dr Brown graduated with a PhD in Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Policy from Michigan State University. Previously, he earned a Masters of
Education degree from the University of Florida and a Master of Arts in ESL from the University of Hawaii. Dr Brown’s academic career has been centered overseas with university appointments in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Brunei, and
the United Arab Emirates. He has held administrative appointments in
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Thailand and Saudi Arabia, and is currently the Initial Teacher Education Program Head with the University of Bahrain’s Teacher College.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Ronald Brown:
Dr. Callahan is an assistant professor and the coordinator of the doctoral program in the Department of Educational Leadership at Kean University. Her research focuses on civic engagement, public sector accountability, and
performance measurement. Dr. Callahan earned her Ph.D. in public administration from Rutgers University-Newark. She has been teaching in
higher education for fifteen years.
Hung-Chang Chiu (Ph.D., National Taiwan University) is Professor of the
Institute of Technology Management at National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan. His interests lie in areas of marketing of high-technology products and services. His articles have been published by journals such as Journal of
Retailing, Journal of Business Research, Journal of Advertising Research, and Industrial Marketing Management.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Hung-Chang Chiu:
Mr. Esperanza graduated with a BS in Mathematics
and a Bachelors degree in Secondary Education major in Computer Applications from De La Salle University. He also completed his Masters Degree in Teaching
Mathematics from Southwestern University. Mr. Esperanza is now a candidate for a doctorate degree in Education from Cebu Technological University.
Mr. Esperanza is working as a full time math teacher in Barstow High School and an adjunct instructor in
Barstow Community College. Mr. Esperanza created www.numberbender.com which is website he developed
for his math flipped classroom.
The following contact information was provided by Mr. Peter Joseph
Esperanza: [email protected]
Yi-Ching Hsieh received her Ph.D. from National Taiwan University, Taiwan.
She is Professor of the Department of Information Management at National Central University, Taiwan. Her interests lie in areas of relationship marketing
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and Internet marketing. Her works have been accepted by academic journals such as Journal of Retailing, Journal of Business Research, Journal of
Advertising Research, European Journal of Marketing, and Industrial Marketing Management.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Yi-Ching Hsieh:
Erol Kilinc EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Anadolu Unv. School of Foreign Lang. 1998 – present
Turkish Air Force, 1st Main Jet Base, Eskişehir, Millitary Service -Lieutenant as English- German- Turkish interpreter-translator 1997-1998 Anadolu Unv. Faculty of Communication 1996 - 1997
EDUCATION MA TEFL at Anadolu Unv. 2007
BA TEFL at Anadolu Unv. 1996 PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Fullbright certificate for curriculum development 2003
PUBLICATIONS MA Dissertation- Use of corrective feedback in EFL classes, Anadolu University
2007 OTHER JOB EXPERIENCE Erasmus interviewer
Aisec Interviewer Cambridge KET&PET interviewer Curriculum developer at AUSFL
Speaking/listening skills coordinator at AUSFL
The following contact information was provided by Mr. Erol Kilinc: [email protected]
Dr. Monica Lee-Currie is a graduate of Capella University, having received a Ph.D. in Education, with a specialization in Leadership in Educational
Administration, on August 10, 2013. She received a Masters of Science Degree in Human Services Administration from Spertus College, in Chicago,
Illinois. She also holds a Bachelors of Science Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science, from Barber-
Scotia College, in Concord, North Carolina.
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Dr. Lee-Currie has served on the mathematics faculty of Concord High School in the Cabarrus County School System of North Carolina for the past eight
years, and is currently serving as the Lead Algebra 1/Common Core Math 1 teacher, as well as the leader of the Common Core Math 1 Professional
Learning Community, and as a Geometry/Math 2 teacher at the high school. Dr. Lee- Currie has also taught math in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg and Stanly County School Systems of North Carolina and the public school system of
Chicago, Illinois. She has over eighteen years of experience as an educator in higher education, K-12, and public sector settings, as well as holds State of North Carolina certifications in Middle Grades Mathematics, Secondary
Mathematics, K-12 Principal/Administration, and Superintendent /Administration. Prior to joining the school systems of North Carolina, Dr. Lee-
Currie served in the capacity of Vice-President for Student Affairs at Barber- Scotia College, in Concord North Carolina for five years. Dr. Lee-Currie holds memberships in the following organizations: The National Post-Doctoral
Association, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – Concord Alumnae Chapter, Order of the Eastern Stars /Prince Hall Affiliation- Cleo Chapter #122, National Alumni Association of Barber-Scotia College, and serves on the Board of
Directors for the Multi-Cultural Community Student Union of Concord, North Carolina.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Monica Lee-Currie:
Dr. (Mrs.) Victoria Onyeike graduated with a B.Ed. degree in Education/Guidance and Counseling with English as a
teaching option from Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rivers State, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. She obtained a Master’s degree in Educational Management majoring in Educational
Administration from University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. She also obtained a PhD in Administration from the
same university. Dr. (Mrs.) Victoria has been lecturing in University of Port Harcourt for 8years where she is teaching various course at
the undergraduate level and postgraduate level. Dr. (Mrs.) Victoria is a member of the National Association of Educational
Administration and Planning (NAEAP) in Nigeria and also a member, Faculty of Education Board, University of Port Harcourt. She is also a member, of the Faculty of Education graduate studies committee from October, 2010 to date.
She has Co-authored two textbooks and has published several articles in the field of Educational Management in both local and international journals. She served as a reviewer of two textbooks in Educational Management. Her
experience includes membership of the university result computation
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committee and member of review panel to interview candidates for PhD admission from 2008 till date.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Victoria Onyeike:
Erkin Özdemir is an Instructor in the School of Foreign Languages at Anadolu
University, Turkey. After completing his bachelor’s degree in ELT from Anadolu University, he started to work at the same University in 2003. His research
interests include technology integration into EFL classes, teaching speaking, anxiety factors in language learning and promoting fluency. He presented papers about fields of his interest at various international conferences in
different locations like China, Singapore, and the United States.
The following contact information was provided by Mr. Erkin Ozdemir: [email protected]
Dr. Sadeghi is an Assistant Professor and Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership at
Kean University. She holds a Ph.D. in Education Policy from Rutgers University-Newark and
has been teaching in higher education for six years. Her current research focuses on the new
teacher evaluation legislation in New Jersey and how it impacts professional development and
teacher tenure. Prior to entering higher education, Dr. Sadeghi was a teacher in urban school
districts. She also holds a Master’s in Educational Administration from Saint Peter’s University,
and a Bachelor’s degree from California State University Dominguez Hills
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Leila Sadeghi: [email protected]
Cem Turan is an Instructor of English at Trakya University of Edirne in Turkey where he has been a faculty member since 2009. Cem is still a master’s student at the department of English Language Teaching
at Trakya University and he is keeping hard to write his thesis. His research interests lie in the area of ESP teaching and designing a new syllabus for
Business English classes of Ipsala Vocational College in Edirne where he works. Cem has taught English classes for International Trade, Marketing, Electronics
Technology, Lab Technology and Logistics programmes and these are associate degree programmes.
In his spare time, Cem enjoys running outdoors, doing fitness, playing basketball and enjoying good food and live theatre. Cem is single and lives alone happily ever after.
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The following contact information was provided by Mr. Cem Turan:
Assistant Professor Cathy Weng holds a joint appointment in the Graduate Institute of Digital Learning and Education, and Teacher Education Center, and The Center for Gender
Studies at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. Her research spans the area of language
learning and teaching, technology enhanced learning in Mathematics, social media and knowledge sharing, sociology of digital society, digital training and adult learning, and
human resource management and development. The most recent work includes developing interactive mathematical
picture book apps. Her ongoing research goals are the design of innovative and effective learning programs for students in all kinds of areas, and finding out the effects of advance technology has on our daily life.
Dr. Weng received a Ph.D. in Education Administration, a MPA in Public Administration, and a B.A. in Business from University of Southern California.
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Cathy Weng: [email protected]
The following contact information was provided by Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Zakari:
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Global Conference on Education
Volume VIII Summer 2014
Table of Contents
How does Education Respond to the Needs of Contemporary Society? …………………... 20
Lilian-Rita Akudolu, Ph.D.
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Nigeria
The Culturalisation of Educational Technologies: An Enquiry into Saudi Arabia ……… 21
Abdulrahman Essa Al Lily
King Faisal University
Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
Professional Development for Leaders of Academic Departments ………………………... 22
Ibrahim Alauda, Ph.D.
Imam University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Factors Effect of Using E-Learning in the College of
King Saud University, Teachers from the Viewpoint ………………………………………. 24
Saad Abdulrahman Aldayel, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
An Investigation into the Influence of Culture on Students' E-Learning Acceptance …… 25
Abdulhameed Rakan Alenezi, Ph.D.
Aljouf University
Al-Jawf, Saudi Arabia
Correlates of Internet Use among Secondary School Students in Nigeria ………………... 26
Abigail Ngozi Alio, Ph.D.
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT),
Enugu, Nigeria
Extent of Appropriateness of the Outcomes of Graduate Studies
in King Saud University for the Needs of Saudi Private Sector …………………………... 27
Nawal Aljaad, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Scientific Progress, Technology and the Population Explosion ………………………….… 28
Yousef Almarshad, Ph.D.
Aljouf University
Al-Jawf, Saudi Arabia
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Investigation of Student's Perceptions of Using Ipad in Classroom …………………….… 29
Jamal Alsharhan, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Effect of Task Repetition on Fluency and Accuracy of
EFL Saudi Female Learners’ Oral Task Performance …………………………………….. 30
Yousif Abdulrahman Alshimaimeri, Ph.D.
Ebrahim Mohammed Bamanger
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Organizational Climate Supporting the Development of the Culture
of Dialogue in Public Universities: A Conceptual Proposal …………………..……………. 31
Wafa Altuwaijre, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Leaders Empowerment at Academic Institutions …………………………………………... 34
Abdullah Alwazrah, Ph.D.
Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Non- Educational Services in Academic Education ………………………………………… 35
Sabah Ali Amer Yamani, Ph.D.
Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Enhancing Secondary School Students’ Achievement in Algebra through
a Constructivism-Based Teaching Strategy ………………………………………………… 36
Joy Chinelo Anyafulude, Ph.D.
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT),
Enugu, Nigeria
Transforming How Career Training is Delivered in Higher Education ………………….. 37
Charles Michael Austin, Ed.D.
Musicians Institute
Hollywood, California, USA
It’s only Luck, Miss: Emirati Narratives of Learning ……………………………………… 38
Maria Theresa Brewster, MA
Fujairah Women’s College
Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
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Does Teacher Education Preparation in English
Language Instruction Transfer to Teaching Performance? ……………………………… 39
Ronald Brown, Ph.D.
University of Bahrain
Al Zallaq, Bahrain
The Influence of Colors on Individual’s Decision on the Website ………………………… 40
Hung-Chang Chiu, Ph.D.
National Tsing Hua University
Hsinchu City, Taiwan
Effects of Video Lecture and Additional Online-Based Materials
to Student’s Performance in an Online Elementary Algebra Class ……………………….. 41
Peter Joseph Esperanza, MAT
Cebu Technological University
Cebu City, Philippines
Criselda Toto, PhD
Chapman University
California, USA
How Mobile Brand Applications’ Design Aesthetics Influence User Intentions ………….. 42
Yi-Ching Hsieh, Ph.D.
Taoyuan County, Taiwan
Task Repetition via Smart Phone Camera Recordings to Increase
Foreign Language Speaking Performance in EFL Setting ………………………………… 43
Erol Kilinc, MA
Anadolu University
Eskişehir, Turkey
School is Your Job: A Case Study on School Leadership
and Black Male Achievement ………………………………………………………………... 44
Monica Lee-Currie, Ph.D.
Cabarrus County Schools/Concord High School
Concord, North Carolina, USA
Internally Generated Revenue in the Administration
of University Education in Rivers State, Nigeria …………………………………………… 45
Victoria Chinasa Onyeike, Ph.D.
University of Port Harcourt
Rivers State, Nigeria
How to Use Pinterest in EFL Classrooms …………………………………………………… 46
Erkin Ozdemir, BA
Anadolu University
Eskişehir, Turkey
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TEACHNJ: Implementation of Effective Teacher Evaluations …………………………… 47
Leila Sadeghi, Ph.D.
Kathe Callahan, Ph.D
Kean University
New Jersey, United States
Developing an ESP Syllabus for International Trade Department
of Trakya University in Turkey ……………………………………………………………… 48
Cem Turan
Trakya University
Edirne, Turkey
The Effects of Online Support on Acculturation Process
for International Students in Taiwan ………………………………………………………... 49
Cathy Weng, Ph.D.
Alexandra Zakharova
Joanne Cox
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Apollo Weng, Ph. D.
China University of Technology
Taipei, Taiwan
Designing Experimenting A Mobile Learning for English Vocabulary
as A Foreign Language: Saudi Students In Prospective ………………………………….... 50
Mohammed Ibrahim Zakari, Ph.D.
Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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HOW DOES EDUCATION RESPOND TO THE NEEDS
OF CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY?
By
Lilian-Rita Akudolu, Ph.D.
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Nigeria
Abstract
Societies all over the world are scampering to reap the benefits of information and
communication technologies (ICTs) for the improvement of all aspects of life of the citizens. The
advent of ICTs has resulted in unprecedented changes in human endeavours to the extent that
while enjoying the benefits of ICTs, human beings are making concerted effort to tap into the
array of knowledge opened by technology. Bearing in mind the precarious nature of the society
in this knowledge economy, one wonders how Education responds to the needs of the society or
how education prepares the contemporary society to fulfil her needs. Here lies the thrust of this
communication which is presented under the following sub-headings: Introduction; Society as
proprietor and beneficiary of education; the demands of contemporary society and re-designing
education to respond to these demands; and Conclusion: Major challenges to adapting education
to the needs of contemporary society.
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THE CULTURALISATION OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES: AN ENQUIRY
INTO SAUDI ARABIA
By
Abdulrahman Essa Al Lily
King Faisal University
Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
This work looks into the culturalisation of educational technologies, a subject that appears
thus far to not have received sufficient attention from the international academic
community. It is structured around the research question: How have educational
technologies been exposed and subjected to the influence of societal cultures? This
question is addressed by a qualitative case study of a Saudi state university, analysing its
documents, interviewing its members and observing its daily social-academic dynamics.
The data were interrogated using the grounded theory approach. This method of analysis
thus singled out two main themes: The Influence of Societal Cultures on Educational
Technologies and The Influence of Educational Technologies on Societal Cultures. A
theoretical proposition arises from these themes; that the field of educational technology is
a fertile ground for anthropological and historical enquiry, with possibilities for mutual
feedback between societal cultures and educational technologies. The recommendation is
that researchers and commentators in the field of educational technologies seek to benefit
from anthropological and historical ways of thinking.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR LEADERS OF ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS
By
Ibrahim Alauda, Ph.D.
Imam University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Introduction
The management of the affairs of higher education institutions and the completion of its work
in pursuit of its objectives is the responsibility of the academic departments (Bukhari, 1994, p
11), where is the academic department administrative unit, the first in the organizational
structure, and the head of the academic department is responsible for nearly 80 % of the
decisions on the level of colleges and universities (Knight, 1985, p679).
It should be noted that the efficiency of the performance of the academic department greatly
affected by the capabilities and readiness head of the department, but the efficiency of the same
university in achieving its goals but rely on the efficiency of the administrative and academic
department heads in different colleges. The prime section represents academic leadership and
management, including the Provisions of the multiplicity of roles and duties and responsibilities
of critical importance, which represents a first line of defense for the section, and the official
spokesman for in all situations (Tucker, 1992, p10), and lead heads of departments play a key
role and effective in all areas of the department, and that their efforts and their influence beyond
the borders of their departments in which they work (Lindholm, 1999, p1).
And take over most of the universities in the world and developed and has long been
interested in providing professional development programs for heads of academic departments
and other university leaders other aware of the importance of training to raise the efficiency of
the performance of these leaders for their roles, which contributes to the achievement of the
objectives of those universities efficiently and effectively (Mr. 0.2002, p 206).
The importance of professional development for the heads of academic departments in
universities in the belief that the administration is primarily a profession based on the
foundations and principles necessary for an individual to take them, and train them and to
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acquire the skill and ability of the Organization to use it, so of course, subject to availability
minimal susceptibility has to gain These outstanding properties (Subai'i 0.1994, p 36), the
president of the section is indispensable, training, learning and increase rehabilitation in the field
of management and related knowledge humanitarian enrich technical capabilities and to develop
his skills and positive attitudes necessary to GHADRAH section with a high level of efficiency
specialist and the ability to performance effective, especially since only rely on experience or
learning by trial and error things expensive for both the individual and the institution alike.
This accentuated the need for professional development for heads of academic departments in
Saudi universities if they take into account that they are often appointed to their jobs depending
on factors unrelated to the efficient management, where the heads of academic departments to
office management through the transition from academic work to administrative work transition
is not attendant necessarily qualify them to carry the burdens of new positions.
The lack of training programs for the preparation of assigned them this function, in the absence
of a clear understanding of the roles of head of the academic department and the lack of
agreement on its duties and powers, make the problem doubling, so that makes the head of the
department's new exercises done on the basis of simulation predecessor and imitate him or try to
be different with him ( Hamad 0.1998, p 24).
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THE FACTORS EFFECT OF USING E-LEARNING IN THE COLLEGE OF KING
SAUD UNIVERSITY, TEACHERS FROM THE VIEWPOINT
By
Saad Abdulrahman Aldayel, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
This study aimed to identify the impediments to e-learning in the College of King Saud
University, teachers from the viewpoint of faculty members. The study sample consisted of (56)
Member of the Board of Education. To achieve the objectives of the study, the Questionnaire for
the construction of faculty members, and shade to ensure its sincerity to the test in appropriate
ways. The results showed that highlighted the constraints faced by the faculty members in the
implementation of e-learning are: knowledge of the weakness of the skills students use the
Internet, and the lack of availability of technical support, and the inability of some members of
the faculty of converting paper to digital decisions, and the disruption of the Internet sometimes.
It also showed there were no statistically significant differences between faculty members in
their assessment of the impediments to the use of e-learning due to the variables of the scientific
level, and experience in university teaching, and academic specialization, and the interaction
between these variables.
The researcher recommended to:
• to provide a sufficient number of computers in the laboratory.
• Held training sessions for faculty members and students to be trained on how to use computers
and the Internet in education and how to implement e-learning.
• work to improve and update the Web site and increase speed.
• Studies on the extent of teachers to acquire skills e-learning
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AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE INFLUENCE OF CULTURE ON STUDENTS' E-
LEARNING ACCEPTANCE
By
Abdulhameed Rakan Alenezi, Ph.D.
Aljouf University
Al-Jawf, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
This research was attempted to examine the TAM applicability to predict the cultural variables
and investigate its influence on the students’ acceptance of E-learning. The questionnaire was the
primary method of collecting the data. Four cultural dimensions of Hofstede namely uncertainty
avoidance, power distance, individualism/ collectivism, and masculinity/ femininity were
investigated. Even though there was a positive weak relationship between the cultural factor and
E-learning acceptance, the findings of regression analysis indicate that the culture has no
significant effect on students' acceptance of E-learning. the cultural variables were regressed in
stepwise technique. The stepwise regression model utilised to predict E-learning acceptance
resulted in Adjusted R Square = 1.2 % at a 0.05 significance levels. Only the Individualism and
Collectivism were activated prediction equation and were also associated with a significant
percentage of variance in E-learning acceptance The research highlights several valuable
suggestions and implications for future research in both national cultural study and cultural
differences research in terms of technology acceptance.
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CORRELATES OF INTERNET USE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN
NIGERIA
Abigail Ngozi Alio, Ph.D.
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT),
Enugu, Nigeria
Abstract
Internet is a new technology in Nigeria that is desirable to be used among secondary school
students. Students are in love with internet because any kind of information on any topic is
available on the internet. With fast and vast information exchange occasioned by globalization,
efforts are being made towards providing caution on students’ use of Information
Communication Technology (ICT) and internet in particular. This study aims at analyzing the
use of internet among secondary school students in Nigeria. The paper discusses the following
correlates – internet as a concept, characteristics of secondary school students, problems of
adolescents, positive and negative effects of internet use among students and the strategies to
reduce the negative effects of internet use.
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EXTENT OF APPROPRIATENESS OF THE OUTCOMES OF GRADUATE STUDIES
IN KING SAUD UNIVERSITY FOR THE NEEDS OF SAUDI PRIVATE SECTOR
By
Nawal Aljaad, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
The Problem of unemployment of the graduates of the university is unique in the sense that it is
related to a segment of society who carries high qualifications that do not qualify them to
participate in society's development and leading the operations for change and development. The
same took place in the Kingdom that expanded university education for many social and political
reasons, without considering the extent of appropriateness of these outcomes with the labor
market.
While dealing with the weak matching, this study has tried to explain the extent of
appropriateness of the outcomes of graduate studies in King Saud University for the needs of
Saudi private sector, know the causes of this weak matching and present supportive solutions.
This study followed the descriptive method and used a restricted end questionnaire made of 13
items as tool of study. The study sample is made of 45 female students from the graduates of
graduate studies in King Saud University of Riyadh and these students are all unemployed.
This study has reached a number of findings that point towards weak matching between the
outcomes of graduate studies in Kind Saud University and the needs of the Saudi private sector.
The main causes of this weakness are as under:
1. Increase in the number of graduates from the universities against limited job vacancies in
the public sector.
2. Competition of foreign labor with the university graduates in the private sector.
3. Increase in population year after year with the same old infrastructure standing as it was,
effecting the unemployment situation through limited fields.
4. Lack of interaction between the university on one side and the labor market from the
other side in forwarding job applications to labor market.
5. Private sector's lack of interest in employing the natives because of high expenses as
compared to the foreign labor.
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SCIENTIFIC PROGRESS, TECHNOLOGY AND THE POPULATION EXPLOSION
By
Yousef Almarshad, Ph.D.
Aljouf University
Al-Jawf, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
Scientific progress, technology and the population explosion have led to the knowledge,
accumulation, fast transferee of it and the increase of individual educational ambitions. This
formed many pressures on the educational institutions to provide education with high efficiency
for the increasing numbers of students with low possible costs. It has become for the educational
process new prospects and fields that are because of the stunning challenges derived from the
needs of the epoch and the development necessities, which target the education and its style. All
these are for meeting its excessive increase in preparing the students and education demanders,
which require educational institutions with specification that receives these huge numbers of
students. Furthermore, the knowledge is in excessive increase where the available time in classes
will not be able to absorb that increase. This increase requires using the technology in the
educational process, especially in the English language.
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INVESTIGATION OF STUDENT'S PERCEPTIONS OF USING IPAD IN CLASSROOM
By
Jamal Alsharhan, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
This paper examined the student's perceptions of using I paid In classroom .New information and
communication technology gaining widespread use in I paid in general education and higher
education. This study used an I paid to investigate students perceptions regarding online course
quality and understanding that contribute to those perception at classroom. This paper focuses on
effective I Pad at the classroom by using on line course. A total 17 students participated in this
study. Results of this study showed that online course were the main factor that affected student's
perception when the used I paid in classroom. Finding of this study provide valuable information
that can improved using I paid In classroom.
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THE EFFECT OF TASK REPETITION ON FLUENCY AND ACCURACY OF EFL
SAUDI FEMALE LEARNERS’ ORAL TASK PERFORMANCE
By
Yousif Abdulrahman Alshimaimeri, Ph.D.
&
Ebrahim Mohammed Bamanger
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
This study was conducted to examine the effect of task repetition on foreign language output.
Twenty eight Saudi female students in the Preparatory Year (PY) at King Saud university, were
randomly selected to conduct an oral information-gap task. Since the study was conducted to test
the effects of task repetition, the participants were asked to perform the task two times with two-
week interval between the two performances. The oral performances were transcribed and
analyzed to measure fluency and accuracy of language output. The collected data were coded for
the two dimensions of oral production ( fluency and accuracy), based on the established criteria.
A within-group two related samples t-test was computed to find out whether there were
significant differences between the mean scores of the first and the second performances. The
findings revealed that task repetition resulted in significant differences in subjects’ oral discourse
in terms of fluency and accuracy. The findings of the current study suggest that researchers and
teachers might find it very beneficial to devote some of their time to design effective task
repetition to help language learners improve their oral production .
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THE ORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
CULTURE OF DIALOGUE IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES: A CONCEPTUAL
PROPOSAL
By
Wafa Altuwaijre, Ph.D.
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
The study aims at presenting a conceptual proposal on the organizational climate supporting the
development of the culture of dialogue in public universities in Saudi Arabia. This is achieved
through exploring the reality, dimensions, and most prominent experiences of the organizational
climate supporting the development of the culture of dialogue in universities.
A descriptive approach, both analytical and documentary, using “Delphi Technique” has been
adopted in this study. A sample of experts in management, planning and dialogue within Saudi
Arabia and abroad have been surveyed to explore the reality and dimensions of the
organizational climate supporting the development of the culture of dialogue. An exploratory
round has been carried out, followed by two main rounds circulated among a group of experts in
management, planning and dialogue. These rounds have been based on the following seven
dimensions: Organizational Structure, Communication Pattern, Leadership & Supervision,
Participation in Decision Making, Work Motivation and Rewards, Employees Satisfaction, and
Organization Policies and Strategies. In addition, an analysis of international university
experiences has been presented. A conceptual proposal on the organizational climate supporting
the development of the culture of dialogue in Saudi public universities concludes the study.
Statistical data have been processed through repetitions and percentages, leading to the study's
results, which include:
First: The reality of the organizational climate supporting the development of the culture of
dialogue in Saudi public universities includes (119) supporting elements. The "Communication
Pattern" dimension scored the highest number of all, reaching (26) supporting elements;
whereas the "Work Motivation and Rewards" dimension was the lowest scoring only (10)
supporting elements. On the other hand, elements impending the development of the culture of
dialogue exceeded supporting ones reaching (240) impending elements. The "Organizational
Structure" dimension was the highest of all scoring (45) impending elements; whereas the
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dimension of "Work Motivation and Rewards" was the lowest of all dimensions with only (25)
impending elements.
Second: The organizational climate supporting the development of the culture of dialogue in
Saudi public universities has seven dimensions as follows:
1. The organizational structure dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the
university including (26) elements.
2. The communication pattern dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the
university including (33) elements.
3. Leadership and supervision dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the university
including (33) elements.
4. Participation in decision making dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the
university including (33) elements.
5. Work motivations & rewards dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the
university including (19) elements.
6. Employee satisfaction dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the university
including (19) elements.
7. Organizational policies & strategies dimension supporting the culture of dialogue in the
university including (30) elements.
Dimensions of Communication, Leadership and Supervision, and Participation in Decision
Making reached the highest numbers of elements; whereas the lowest numbers of elements were
the dimensions of Work Motivation and Rewards, and Employees Satisfaction.
Third: The most prominent international experiences presented in the study are from eight
international universities: University of Oxford; University of Wisconsin-Stout; Northwest
Missouri State University; New Mexico State University-Carlsbad; De Montfort University;
Edith Cowan University; Al-Akhawayn University; and King Abduallah University of Science
and Technology.
Through exploring the experiences and administrative systems of these international universities,
dimensions of the organizational climate in these universities have been identified. Despite their
particular differences, they share the same dialogue- supporting organizational climate
dimensions identified. It has been assured that these experiences prepared study tools and
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contributed in identifying elements of organizational climate dimensions supporting the culture
of dialogue. Thus, achieving the goals of the Study and forming a conceptual proposal.
Fourth: The study presents a conceptual proposal for the dimensions of the organizational
climate supporting the development of the culture of dialogue in Saudi public universities. This
proposal is based on eight factors, which emphasize the importance of organizational climate
dimensions in supporting the development of the culture of dialogue in universities. The study
seeks to achieve three main goals, each including (10) objectives through exploring consecutive
stages: the dimensions of the organizational climate supporting the development of the culture of
dialogue in Saudi public universities; promoting the culture of dialogue through various
academic and administrative levels; and applying the criterions of promoting the culture of
dialogue in Saudi public universities.
Moreover, the study presents requirements needed for applying the conceptual proposal. These
requirements include developing a flexible organizational structure, choosing qualified leaders
and employees, and providing a comprehensive information system.
In conclusion, the study presents a number of recommendations supporting spreading the culture
of dialogue in universities.
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LEADERS EMPOWERMENT AT ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS
By
Abdullah Alwazrah, Ph.D.
Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
Empowerment as term emerged after the nineties of the twentieth century as a result of
the cumulative development in management in general, and human resources management in
particular. It has become the focus of attention by researchers, so as to consolidate the spirit of
participation and interaction among employees; because it enables workers to exercise full
authority, and take the responsibilities of their jobs. Therefore, it is considered one of the pillars
upon which the strategy of the organization to meet the challenges and environmental
developments (Alwadi, 2012: 28).
Therefore it was necessary for academic institutions to adopt a different management
philosophy that is based on recruiting individuals and empowering in order to their
responsibilities (Effendi, 2003: 10). In response, it has become a necessity to empower leaders in
higher education institutions, especially leaders in middle and lower management levels, such as
deans and department chairmen. The empowerment process includes continuous on the job
training, giving trust, and providing them with all available tools that enable them to practice
their responsibilities.
Empowering employees in general and leaders in particular can lead to improved
performance of academic institutions, and to improve their competitiveness as well. Some
studies such as the study of Fayad (2005) indicates that there is a direct correlation between
empowerment and competitiveness. Empowerment is a management strategy based on giving
leaders the power to act, make decisions, solving problems, and creative thinking, and take
responsibility (Effendi, 2003: 11).
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NON- EDUCATIONAL SERVICES IN ACADEMIC EDUCATION
By
Sabah Ali Amer Yamani, Ph.D.
Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
The services of educational services is complementary to the basic service for universities and of
academic education according to their educational programs accredited . And these services are
not interested in teaching several topics such as education and continuous quality, community
service , and graduate studies , and studies that relate to women, student clubs , and student
activity . It is divided into a number of different units . Role and be the promotion and care of
certain topics consistent with university policy . And usually supervised by faculty members .
Joins a number of students according to the interest of each student . Longer and the emergence
of these units in any college of university faculties of quality requirements . Horizontal
expansion of the services colleges enhances the educational process in the multiple facets . , And
the reason for choosing the subject of this current study, the aim of which is access to the
recommendations and proposals contribute to reduce the difference between culture achievement
for university education and culture of the community on the one hand . And any statement of
educational units is more prevalent and in support of the educational process of the basic clause
of these units in the faculties of universities on the one hand . At the level of each college
separately from universities. , And this study will be applied to a number of universities , and
that will be determined later. It also will depend on the collection of research material on the
scientific field study and questionnaire to take the opinion of those who benefited from the
service and the basic educational and non- educational services
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ENHANCING SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT IN ALGEBRA
THROUGH A CONSTRUCTIVISM-BASED TEACHING STRATEGY
By
Joy Chinelo Anyafulude, Ph.D.
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT),
Enugu, Nigeria
Abstract
This study investigated the effect of constructivism – based teaching strategy on senior
secondary school students’ achievement in Algebra in Enugu State. The quasi – experimental
pre-test and post-test, non equivalent control group design was adopted for the study. A sample
of 132 SS II mathematics students drawn by both purposive and random sampling techniques
from 2 secondary schools in Nsukka Education Zone was used for the study. Intact classes were
randomly assigned experimental and control groups. The instrument for data collection was the
Algebra Achievement Test (AAT) which was face and content validated by three research
experts. AAT achieved a reliability of .75 calculated using Kuder Richardson (KR-20) formula.
Two research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. The research questions were
answered using mean and standard deviation while the hypotheses were tested at .05 level of
significance using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The result of data analysis revealed that
students taught Algebra with constructivism-based teaching strategy achieved higher than those
taught with expository method. There was no significant difference between the achievement of
male and female students taught Algebra with constructivism-based teaching strategy. Also,
there was no significant interaction effect of teaching methods and students’ gender on students’
achievement in Algebra. It was recommended that constructivism-based teaching strategy should
be adopted by our mathematics teachers for teaching Algebra and mathematics in general in all
senior secondary schools.
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TRANSFORMING HOW CAREER TRAINING IS DELIVERED IN HIGHER
EDUCATION
By
Charles Michael Austin, Ed.D.
Musicians Institute
Hollywood, California, USA
Abstract
Using Dr. Austin’s book as the blueprint, Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music in
Hollywood is transforming the way students are being prepared for the working world.
For decades, colleges and universities in the United States, with their focus on academics,
have generally not designed their curricula to provide students with the jobseeking tools they
need to be competitive in the marketplace, post-graduation.
In the wake of this shortfall, for-profit vocational colleges have arisen. Their emphasis -
the “trade school” approach – is on teaching specific skills that can be monetized into paying
jobs.
Musicians Institute (MI) is synthesizing the academic and vocational approaches and
delivering them in mandatory courses (in addition to traditional one-on-one coaching)
throughout a student’s years in college. MI’s students are trained in:
Critical thinking and communication
Their particular major (performance, guitar craft, audio engineering, etc.), and
Branding and networking skills necessary to help them to continually find work
in the freelance marketplace of the 21st Century
Dr. Austin will explain this revolutionary approach in detail.
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IT’S ONLY LUCK, MISS: EMIRATI NARRATIVES OF LEARNING
By
Maria Theresa Brewster, MA
Fujairah Women’s College
Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
Abstract
Learning is the act or process of obtaining knowledge. It can be systematic or through the
consolidation of learned activities or behaviors. This study investigates Emirati learners’ beliefs,
attitudes, and perceptions of how people learn at the Higher Colleges of Technology, Fujairah
Women’s campus.
Learning is the act or process of obtaining knowledge. It can be systematic or through the
consolidation of learned activities or behaviors. Since its founding the United Arab Emirates
(UAE) has been committed to developing and enhancing its education system. The Ministry of
Education’s mission is to prepare UAE nationals for jobs of the future. UAE leaners have grown
accustomed to teacher fronted classrooms throughout their formative education, yet once they
arrive at college they are introduced to a new model of learning. This new model requires them
to be active participants in their learning. Many Emirati leaners appreciate the change while
others continue to subscribe to a getting-by-style of classroom discourse. This study investigates
Emirati learners’ beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions of how people learn at the Higher Colleges of
Technology. The researcher analyzes the results of a structured survey through the use of
Gardner’s (1985) socio-educational model of language learning. Interviews and classroom
observations are used to explore ways in which the notion of learning is culturally mediated.
Sociocultural theory (Ratner, 2002) is the researcher’s investigative tool for understanding how
cultural factors influence the attitudes towards learning. As corollary, this study points to
possible instructional approaches that support HCT’s learning model.
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DOES TEACHER EDUCATION PREPARATION IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE
INSTRUCTION TRANSFER TO TEACHING PERFORMANCE?
By
Ronald Brown, Ph.D.
University of Bahrain
Al Zallaq, Bahrain
Abstract
English Language Education students in their fourth year have completed seven semesters of
study in current educational approaches and instructional methodology, as well as involvement
in three short-term teaching practicum experiences. They apply their learning during one
semester of a supervised practicum experiences in government schools. This paper is a summary
of a field study of a sample of graduating students conducted during their final teaching
practicum to determine (1) their perceptions of their pre-service program and (2) the extent to
which they applied their learning to teaching in authentic instructional settings.
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THE INFLUENCE OF COLORS ON INDIVIDUAL’S DECISION ON THE WEBSITE
By
Hung-Chang Chiu, Ph.D.
National Tsing Hua University
Hsinchu City, Taiwan
Abstract
Colors influence emotions in daily lives. When we see a blue ocean or clear sky, we feel
relaxed and peaceful; when we see red signals and signs, we become cautious and alerted. Colors
also influence people’s cognitive task performance. For example, men perceive greater savings
when prices are presented in red than those when presented in black while women do not. Thus,
understanding how color influences student emotions and cognitions can help educators design
atmospherics to make sure individuals feel a certain way and potentially increase attractions.
With the vast capability to present graphics, the Web has made color usage increasingly
important for website design. Unlike color in print, color in digital documents is inexpensive to
adopt and change. Web designers can use color to create an atmosphere that will result in
positive experiences for individuals. The present study therefore intends to investigate the links
between colors and behavioral intentions on the Internet. With regard to the effects of
congruence between a site’s background colors and its positioning, a stimulus-organism-
response framework serves as the basis, which posits that atmospheric cues, through affective
and cognitive states, influence online intentions.
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EFFECTS OF VIDEO LECTURE AND ADDITIONAL ONLINE-BASED MATERIALS
TO STUDENT’S PERFORMANCE IN AN ONLINE ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA CLASS
By
Peter Joseph Esperanza, MAT
Cebu Technological University
Cebu City, Philippines
Criselda Toto, PhD
Chapman University
California, USA
Abstract
In this study, the effects of additional online-‐based materials on students’ achievement in
elementary algebra were investigated. Two semesters of online-‐ based Elementary Algebra
classes at Barstow Community College were used in the investigation. The first semester only
had the traditional online class, while the second semester had additional online-‐based
materials on top of the traditional online class. A comparison of final exam percentage scores
of students in these two semesters was conducted to determine if the addition of other online
materials to the online algebra class has a significant effect to the students’ achievement
in mathematics. A significant difference in average final exam percentage scores of students
from the two semesters was found, indicating that the availability of additional online-‐based
materials to the traditional online class has an effect on the students’ performance.
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HOW MOBILE BRAND APPLICATIONS’ DESIGN AESTHETICS
INFLUENCE USER INTENTIONS
By
Yi-Ching Hsieh, Ph.D.
Taoyuan County, Taiwan
Abstract
Mobile applications, also called mobile apps, are rapidly changing our daily lives. When
we want to find the way, people gradually use Google or Apple map apps rather than GPS
navigators in the cars; when we want to leave messages to friends, more people adopt Whatsapp,
WeChat, or Line rather than text messages.
Aesthetics has attracted considerable attention in various research. In the human-
computer interface field, it has acknowledged that a website with high aesthetic design details
can attract students’ attention, heighten their enjoyment, improve users working/studying quality
and enhance revisit behavior. However, aesthetic design in mobile apps is different from it is in
the web-based context. In mobile apps, visual contents are restricted in a smaller graphical
display compared to web-based contents due to the restriction of screen size. Also, technology
advances, such as retina display providing high pixel density and new ways of interactions,
increase the needs of aesthetics of mobile apps. Although positive experiences on mobile
applications create positive learning experience; yet, research on this issue is limited. The present
study provides implications for mobile application developers to design aesthetics for better user
experiences.
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TASK REPETITION VIA SMART PHONE CAMERA RECORDINGS TO INCREASE
FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPEAKING PERFORMANCE IN EFL SETTING
By
Erol Kilinc, MA
Anadolu University
Eskişehir, Turkey
Abstract
Task repetition, reported to have positive effects on EFL learners’ performance, is defined by
Bygate (2001) as repeating the same or a slightly altered task a large number of times over a
short period of time aiming to promote language aqusition. Similarly, there is a wealth of
research on the issue of using technology in EFL classrooms, and empirical data prove the
benefits and efficacy of technology oriented classroom practices. Hence this study aims to
explore students’ English oral proficiency improvement via task repetition activities by the use
of video recordings of EFL (English as a foreign language) learners studying at Anadolu
University School of Foreign Languages. In this study, participants were told to record and
watch their school speaking performances to monitor their strengths and weaknesses on a given
topic for several times repeated in sequences. Hence they rehearsed and repeated the same
procedure until they accomplished the desired performance by focusing on different linguistic
features at a time. Data collection procedure consists of both student and teacher interviews that
were analyzed and compared with perception inventory at the particular institute.
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SCHOOL IS YOUR JOB: A CASE STUDY ON SCHOOL LEADERSHIP AND BLACK
MALE ACHIEVEMENT
By
Monica Lee-Currie, Ph.D.
Cabarrus County Schools/Concord High School
Concord, North Carolina, USA
Abstract
The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine and report how four school leaders in a
mid-sized, Mid-Atlantic high school created an environment that improved achievement levels,
increased graduation rates, and reduced drop-out rates for Black male students. The researcher
utilized a qualitative case study design which included published literature, in-depth interviews
with each leader, and school data and records to explain the phenomenon of Black male
achievement at the high school. The focus of the study was on four school leaders who were
administrators during the 2010 – 2011 and 2011 – 2012 academic school years when the
phenomenon occurred. As a result of the study, the findings revealed that the principal’s vision
and the leadership team’s willingness to take trailblazing risks with the curriculum were
instrumental in demonstrating increases in achievement and graduation rates for not only the
Black male subgroup, but for the entire student population at this high school. Additionally, the
results of this study provided a model that can be utilized in other school settings and with other
student subgroups.
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INTERNALLY GENERATED REVENUE IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF
UNIVERSITY EDUCATION IN RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA
By
Victoria Chinasa Onyeike, Ph.D.
University of Port Harcourt
Rivers State, Nigeria
Abstract
The research work was designed to assess the role of internally generated revenue in the
administration of university education in Rivers State. Emphases were laid on the sources,
Impacts and challenges of internally generated revenue in the administration of university
education. Three research questions and three hypotheses were used to guide the study while the
descriptive survey designed was employed in the conduct of the study. Questionnaire was the
instrument used for data collection while the Heads of Department and Deans of Faculties served
as respondents. The analysis showed that there exists a significant difference in the level of
management of internally generated revenue between federal and state universities in the state. It
was therefore concluded that internally generated revenue was yet to be properly utilized by
universities. The recommendation made was that the government and university administrators
should explore all revenue avenues to enable universities meet with their financial needs.
Students should also endeavor to produce handcrafts that programmes that will contribute to the
revenue generated internally by the university.
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HOW TO USE PINTEREST IN EFL CLASSROOMS
Erkin Ozdemir, BA
Anadolu University
Eskişehir, Turkey
Abstract
Using technology in EFL classrooms has become the concern and focus of many ELT
practitioners and researchers, and thanks to technology EFL classrooms have become livelier,
more enjoyable, and therefore more effective for the students. Social networking sites are the
most commonly used web tools among teenagers and young adults, who constitute the majority
of English learners. Pinterest is a pinboard-style photo-sharing social networking website that
allows users to create and manage theme-based image collections such as events, interests, and
hobbies. This makes it an invaluable source especially for visual learners, who are believed to
constitute about 65 percent of the society. This study explores and suggests different ways of
using Pinterest as an input resource in and out of the classroom for promoting speaking, reading
and writing skills in an EFL classroom.
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TEACHNJ: IMPLEMENTATION OF EFFECTIVE TEACHER EVALUATIONS
By
Leila Sadeghi, Ph.D.
&
Kathe Callahan, Ph.D.
Kean University
New Jersey, United States
Abstract
The overarching question that informs our research is what impact will TEACH NJ have on the
overall quality of teacher evaluations?
This presentation will include a discussion of the TEACH NJ Act and the opportunities and
challenges associated with the effective and impartial implementation of the more rigorous
teacher evaluations. Building on prior research that included a statewide survey of public school
teachers, this year we will present the results from a series of focus group discussions with
school teachers and administrators. The focus groups are designed to ascertain 1) how the new
teacher evaluations have changed how administrators evaluate teachers, 2) how professional
development opportunities are provided to teachers on an individual basis, and 3) how
instruction in the classroom has changed as a result of a more rigorous evaluation process.
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DEVELOPING AN ESP SYLLABUS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEPARTMENT
OF TRAKYA UNIVERSITY IN TURKEY
Cem Turan
Trakya University
Edirne, Turkey
Abstract
Learning (a) foreign language(s) and having command on it (them) has gained greater importance
in the globalized world as a consequence of rapid developments in science, technology and social affairs. In
order to communicate with other people in the world, most people try to learn a foreign language at different
age levels when the need arises. It has also been said that language is a precious instrument which plays a
vital role to transfer technical, cultural, social and commercial know-how to the European Community with
which Turkey is on the brink of integration.
In this integration process, especially the export-import notions take the lion’s share and learners of
separate foreign languages encounter some problems in specifically international trade area. ESP for the
learners of International Trade Departments is such an important discipline that they have to learn a foreign
language (English) in order to be successful in the field of commerce and trade.
The purpose of this paper is to present some challenges that both teachers and students in
the academic environment have to face when it comes to the study of business English. We are
going to refer to the deficiencies of the syllabus we are currently using at Trakya University in
Turkey, the materials and technologies involved in the teaching-learning process, the necessity of
adapting to the students’ needs concerning their future jobs in the business environment. What
precautions can be taken and which types of teaching-learning methods should be developed in
ESP syllabus of International Trade Department of Trakya University in Edirne will be studied
and the outcomes will be discussed in this study since the syllabus is a marvelous opportunity for
us to think about the course and develop an effective presentation of both your thoughts and
answers to students' anticipated questions.
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THE EFFECTS OF ONLINE SUPPORT ON ACCULTURATION PROCESS FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN TAIWAN
By
Cathy Weng, Ph.D.
Alexandra Zakharova
Joanne Cox
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Apollo Weng, Ph. D.
China University of Technology
Taipei, Taiwan
Abstract
The progression of globalization has facilitated foreign traveling as well as increased number of
students to study abroad especially in the tertiary level. Nation-states worldwide have also sought
to capitalize this opportunity by attracting a quota of international students to increase their
foreign capital. However, people have not addressed the possibility that these students may
experience various symptoms of culture shocks such as depression and alienation once they are
in a foreign country. With the advancement of communication technology nowadays, it is
believe that online social support could provide a possible solution to enhance international
students’ acculturation processes. This study aims to investigate the potential use of online
communities as social support tools for facilitating the acculturation process, while examining
whether students with different backgrounds might experience different gravity of these
problems. A total of 200 questionnaires were collected from the international students in Taiwan
for the analysis. Our results indicate that students experienced low levels of acculturative stress
and were socioculturally adjusted overall. Informational social support perceived significantly
predicted the levels of sociocultural adjustment and the acculturative stress. However, websites
located in Taiwan offer insufficient information and support for international students. Finally,
suggestions for administration based on the research results were discussed.
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DESIGNING EXPERIMENTING A MOBILE LEARNING FOR ENGLISH
VOCABULARY AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SAUDI STUDENTS IN PROSPECTIVE
By
Mohammed Ibrahim Zakari, Ph.D.
Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
This research aimed at deigning electronic learning method for English vocabulary learning, and
exploring the effectiveness of it on English vocabulary acquisition as a foreign language. To
achieve the research objectives, a quasi-experiment with three groups was done. The first group
used the learning materials via m-learning environment, the second studied the same vocabulary
using the same learning method but on paper, and the third group were set on a traditional
classroom. 57 students in a 12 grade in Riyadh were assigned into the three groups. Results
showed significant differences between the three groups. The groups which used the electronic
design and paper design acquired the vocabulary higher than the traditional group at the three
acquisition levels: recalling, understanding, and applying. Yet those who studied via the mobile
environment acquired the vocabulary higher than the paper group at the recalling and
understanding levels. The research recommended using m-learning in vocabulary acquisition. It
also suggested integrating the m-learning environment with paper learning method stressing the
importance of applying good design that take into account the current student English skills as a
major factor for success.
