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A Study of Partnerships Appeared in the Middle School Library Programs (중학교도서관 프로그램에 나타난 파트너십에 대한 연구)

  • Song, Gi-Ho
    • Journal of Korean Library and Information Science Society
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    • v.40 no.1
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    • pp.363-384
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    • 2009
  • School library programs are a specific strategy connecting user to resources. Accordingly in order to strengthen school libraries, it is necessary for teacher librarians to develop partnerships that can form relationships between internal and external resources. As a result of analyses of partnerships appeared in current middle school library programs, its most programs are based on the internal reading events. In addition to, classroom teachers and external human resources rarely participate in the program. To improve these problems, it is essential to develop teacher librarians' leadership and collaborative networks fostering educational presence of school libraries in a learning community.

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Analyses of Science Education Theories in the Question Items of the Examination for Appointing Secondary School Science Teachers (중등과학교사임용시험 문항에 나타난 과학교육학 이론의 분석)

  • Lee, Bongwoo;Shim, Kew-Cheol;Shin, Myeong-Kyeong;Kim, Jonghee;Choi, Jaehyeok;Park, Eunmi;Yoon, Jihyun;Kwon, Yongju;Kim, Yong-Jin
    • Journal of The Korean Association For Science Education
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    • v.33 no.4
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    • pp.794-806
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    • 2013
  • The purpose of this study is to analyze what kinds of science education theories are targeted in the "Examination for Appointing Secondary School Science Teachers (EASST)." For the analyses, we extracted the contents related to the science education theories in the question items of the EASST of 2008 through 2012, and categorized those theories into science curriculum, history of science and philosophy of science, scientific inquiry, theory of teaching and learning, model of teaching and learning, and assessment. The results of this study indicated that the theory of teaching and learning appeared most frequently and there were high proportions of question items related to the following topics: contents in science curriculum, scientific method, contemporary philosophy of science, process of inquiry, Ausubel's theory, learning cycle model by Lawson, cooperative learning, criteria of performance assessment, and etc. While we, as science educators, believed that the other categories such as 'history of science' provides important topics for pre-service science teachers, questions items dealing with those were rarely found in the past EASSTs. As EASST has strong influences on the professional developments of pre-service science teachers, more research should be pursued on how much and what domains of science education theories would be appropriate for the test.

The Influence of Pair Programming on 4Cs Improvement in Middle School Informatics (중학교 정보교과에서 짝 프로그래밍이 4Cs 향상에 미치는 영향)

  • Park, Yoon-mi;Lee, Hyo Jong
    • Journal of The Korean Association of Information Education
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    • v.24 no.4
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    • pp.301-311
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    • 2020
  • A model of cooperative learning, Pair Programming was applied to regular class for middle school students. Algorithm and programming skill were taught through the pair programming for two week and the achievement was analyzed based on 4Cs(Critical thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Creativity) proposed by the NEA(National Education Association). The control group was statistically significant on Critical Thinking between pre-test and post-test1, while the experimental group was statistically significant on all measurements of 4Cs. Between pre-test and post-test2, the control group showed overall little difference in range of 0.2 points on the 4Cs average scores. while the experimental group was statistically significant on all measurements of 4Cs. Between post-test1 and post-test2, there was no significant difference on 4Cs average scores in both groups. The experimental group showed higher score results on all 4Cs than the control group. This study verifies that the benefits of Pair Programming on 4Cs.

Development of an interprofessional education evaluation tool (전문직 간 교육 평가 도구 개발)

  • Hye-Won Choi;Hee-Jung Lim;Myung-Chul Kim;Do-Seon Lim;Young-Sun Hwang;Im-Hee Jung
    • Journal of Korean society of Dental Hygiene
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    • v.23 no.4
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    • pp.277-286
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    • 2023
  • Objectives: In this study, we aimed to develop a systematic tool that can evaluate the effects of interprofessional education (IPE) by applying four core competencies (values/ethics for interprofessional practice, roles/responsibilities, interprofessional communication, and teams and teamwork) and an educational evaluation model to evaluate the learning, behavior of learners, and results step by step. Methods: Previous studies on IPE evaluation tools were analyzed, and an evaluation tool (draft) was developed by modifying questions suitable for evaluation according to the Kirkpatrick model's stages and core competencies. The evaluation tool was completed by conducting a Delphi survey twice with 4-6 experts. To analyze the Delphi survey, the content validity index (CVI) was calculated, and the reliability coefficient (Cronbach's alpha coefficient) was used to measure reliability. Results: 29 questions on pre-education, consisting of learning and behavior stages, and 54 questions on post-education, consisting of reaction, learning, behavior, and results stages, were developed. The CVI and Cronbach's alpha coefficient values were >0.8 and >0.6, respectively. Conclusions: The IPE evaluation tool developed in this study is expected to contribute to the evaluation of the educational level of IPE and the identification of points for improvement when applied to various educational settings.

Development and application of TPACK based STEAM program - Focused on the excretory organs in the 'structure and function of our body' unit - (TPACK 기반 융합프로그램 개발 및 적용 - '우리 몸의 구조와 기능' 단원 중 배설 기관을 중심으로 -)

  • Ko, Dong Guk;Hong, Seung-Ho
    • Journal of Korean Elementary Science Education
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    • v.40 no.4
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    • pp.443-459
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    • 2021
  • In this study, a TPACK-based STEAM program was developed and applied under the theme of excretory organs in the 'Structure and Function of Our Body' of the elementary science curriculum. The program was produced and conducted through curriculum analysis and learning goal detailing, learning environment analysis, teaching·learning method and technology selection, TPACK elements arrangement and teaching·learning material development, application and effectiveness verification. Teacher's TPACK considered in STEAM program design process is content knowledge (appearance and work of excretory organs), pedagogical knowledge (STEAM, problem-based learning, research learning, discussion learning, cooperative learning, scientific writing) and technology knowledge (3D printer and smart device application technology). The program consisted of a total of 8 hours of project learning activities and was applied to 29 students in the fifth grade as an experimental group. A program of the same theme developed mainly from textbooks was applied to 27 students in the fifth grade of a comparison group. As a result of the application of the program, the experimental group showed significant improvement in creative problem-solving ability and scientific attitude compared to the comparison group, and the class satisfaction with the STEAM program was also high. However, there was no significant difference in academic achievement ability.

A Case Study of Problem-Based Learning Application Using Google Classroom: Focused on Learning Korean (온라인상에서 구글 클래스룸을 활용한 문제중심학습 적용 사례 연구: 한국어 학습을 중심으로)

  • Bayarmaa, Natsagdorj;Lee, Keunsoo
    • Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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    • v.20 no.6
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    • pp.573-578
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    • 2019
  • This paper applied to the Korean Lesson using PBL(Problem-Based Learning) based on Google Classroom for Mongolians. Recently, Mongolians trying to learn Korean because of Korean wave. This study aims to develop the online problem-based learning model as a way to develop the creative problem-solving ability of Mongolians who want to learn Korean. We applied 3 problems for 9 weeks. This study shows that the participants experienced the effectiveness of Google Classroom and PBL in many ways, 93% of the participants reported that Google Classroom and PBL helped them to learn Korean easily and interesting distance learning model, 90% of the participants prefer to explore Googlish programs and online learning, 85% of them said that increased interaction others in online environment easily. 100% of them said that thankful for learning Korean with Online tutor anytime on Google Classroom. Truly, 86% of them said PBL was hard to generate and understand it because very new instruction for them and working with team in online learning environment. The study showed that members of Korean Lesson experienced various effects such as understanding of learning contents, understanding of cooperative learning, practical experience, creative problem solving ability, presentation skill, communication ability, self - directed learning ability, self - confidence through Google Classroom based PBL.

Study of the Application of Economics Class Using PBL Mongolian University (몽골 대학에서 PBL을 이용한 경제학 수업의 실제적 적용에 관한 연구)

  • Bayarmaa, Natsagdorj;Lee, Keunsoo
    • Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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    • v.19 no.11
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    • pp.738-743
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    • 2018
  • This paper applied to the economics subject using PBL(Problem-Based Learning) for improving students many skills in Mongolian University that 21st century demands. For the first time at Mongolian University, the PBL problem was developed for the use of PBL and applied to the class and confirmed its effectiveness. The study subjects were 60 freshman students in D university who took 'Economics'. We applied 5 problems for 16 weeks. Students wrote and submitted a reflective journal when they finished the every activity. In addition, they completed a class evaluation form after the PBL program ended. The study showed that they experienced various effects such as understanding of learning contents, understanding of cooperative learning, practical experience, creative problem solving ability, presentation skill, communication ability, self- directed learning ability, self - confidence. In the PBL learning activities, the learning environment was not well prepared yet, so some difficulties were encountered. Mongolian students perceived it as a new and effective way to develop their expertise as a future leader in the 21st century. The main goal of Mongolian university is to produce leaders with professional talent with creative problem solving ability and active learning direction.

Qualitative Inquiry into the Characteristics of Science Teacher Learning Communities: Cases Within and Across Schools (과학 교사 학습공동체 특성에 대한 질적 탐구 -학교안과 학교밖 공동체 사례-)

  • Kwak, Youngsun;Lee, Ki-Young;Jeong, Eunyoung
    • Journal of The Korean Association For Science Education
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    • v.41 no.4
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    • pp.297-310
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    • 2021
  • This study explores the characteristics of within-school and across-school science teacher professional learning communities (hereafter, PLC) qualitatively. In-depth focus group interviews were conducted with science teachers belonging to seven PLCs within the science core school and three PLCs across schools. Interview questions include identity and motivation, major activities, and outcomes of PLC, as well as shortcomings and support plans for PLC. The results include both within-school and across-school science teacher PLCs formed for professional development related to science teaching and learning. Both science PLCs participated in the study showed the characteristics of a 'practice community' that developed a cooperative relationship through reciprocal participation, focusing on shared issues among members. Regarding issues, within-school PLCs focused on microscopic problems such as curriculum reconstruction of subject-matter, while across-school PLCs focused on macro problems such as teacher professional development. Regarding activities and roles as PLC, within-school and across-school science PLCs shared such features as collaborative professional development, and interpersonal education such as mentoring for novice teachers. In terms of PLC's influence and outcomes, science teacher PLCs has a positive effect not only on the teachers themselves, but also on the students and the teacher culture in the school. In addition, science teacher PLCs need improvement of the physical conditions for community operation, and software support such as protocol provision for PLC operation and joint research or re-education with universities. In particular, joint research between universities and science teacher PLCs shows the future orientation of the PLC as an 'inquiry community'. Based on the results, the necessity of active support for science PLC, the necessity of developing a cooperative system between science teacher PLC and universities, and ways to spread the PLC of science core schools to that of general schools were proposed.

Instructional Design of m-Learning for Effective PBL in Engineering Education (공학교육에서 효율적 PBL을 위한 m-러닝 교수설계)

  • Lee, Keunsoo
    • Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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    • v.19 no.3
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    • pp.619-623
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    • 2018
  • This paper aimed to design a computer course teaching-learning strategy for (m-learning?) to be used in a Problem Based Learning (PBL) environment. The research findings were as follows. Firstly, learning contents were provided as educational tools for mobile device usage. The educational contents provided were designed for effective usage on mobile devices, such as smartphones, thereby making mobile devices suitable for use as learning tools. Secondly, learning contents for PBL were provided. PBL problems (for computer engineering courses) were made with the principles of teaching plans. The learning objectives were achieved through the problem-solving progress of the learners and their self-directed and cooperative learnings. Thirdly, learning resources were provided that were easily accessible through smartphones, laptops and PDAs. This study is about the PBL instructional design of creative engineering design subjects, which aims to foster talent. The PBL model developed in this study consists of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. We made a plan for creative engineering design subjects based on PBL, and focused on the process of PBL. This research was able to establish the basis for PBL usage in Engineering Schools and help achieve its ultimate goal of endowing professional intellectuals with creative problem-solving abilities.

Getting over the Atlas Complex: A College Professor's Reflective Journey Through Journalizing of her own Teaching

  • Liu, Gloria;Jeon, Kyungsoon
    • Research in Mathematical Education
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    • v.6 no.2
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    • pp.123-133
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    • 2002
  • The authors examined a college mathematics professor's change process in teaching practice by analyzing the teacher's reflective journal. Her change engaged cooperative learning method in a college Algebra course and was geared toward the reform-oriented methods. The change processes were revealed as a bumpy road that was full of struggles and challenges to both the teacher and students. The analysis also showed that a reflective journey needed a proper means and support system from a teacher's environment such as institution. This research clearly showed that brining a genuine change in teaching practice toward a broad educational goal was a combined effort among the participants of education.

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