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DEVELOPING WRITING THROUGH ORGANIZING ENGLISH LEARNING ACTIVITIES FOR COMMUNICATION WITH B-SLIM MODEL OF STUDENTS IN ENGLISH FOR INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION MAJOR, RAJAMANGALA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY TAWAN-OK
Full text linkThis study aims to investigate developing writing through organizing English learning activities for communication with B – SLIM Model. The sample of this study was purposively selected from 35 of first year students in English for International Communication major, Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok in Integrated Skills in the English Language course of 2021 academic year. The research instruments consisted of an essay writing assignment of at least 500 words, a form for writing error record, students' satisfaction with B-Slim Model learning activities and focus group activity to identify the causes of errors. The results based on the writing errors indicated errors before taking course including subject-verb agreement (33.10%), sentence boundaries (30.31%), and clause boundaries (36.59%) and after finishing course as follows: subject-verb agreement (9.82%), sentence boundaries (30.36%), and clause boundaries (59.82%). The efficiency of the English learning management based on B-SLIM Model was 73.45/80.32, which was higher than the criteria set at 70/70. The ability of English writing after learning using B-SLIM Model was better than writing without applying B-SLIM Model. The satisfaction the students taught by B – SLIM Model was most satisfied at (x) = 4.63 (S.D=1.44). Errors committed in English writing were mainly caused by L1 interference and limited knowledge of English structure
MINDFULNESS IN PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Full text linkMindfulness, an essential concept in psychological counseling education, includes focusing the individual's attention and being aware of his experiences in the present. Psychological counselor candidates with a high level of mindfulness can be a big plus for themselves and their clients to gain this skill while working as field experts. In this context, this study examines the counselor candidates' mindfulness in counselor education and the relations between self-knowledge and mindfulness. Regarding this aim, we conducted the research with 309 psychological counselor candidates continuing their education at xx University, the Department of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. We used the Integrative Self-Knowledge Scale and the Toronto Mindfulness Scale for data collection. Results showed positive and significant correlations between the self-knowledge of the counselor candidates and their mindfulness. Another finding revealed that the curiosity sub-dimension of mindfulness was a significant predictor of the self-knowledge of counselor candidates. Findings revealed that mindfulness and self-knowledge differed statistically significantly regarding gender and grade level. These results underline that mindfulness, which is influential in developing dimensions such as therapeutic communication and social skills, should be included in counselor training
EVALUATION OF ENGINEERING DESIGN ACTIVITIES IN SCIENCE COURSEBOOKS IN TURKEY
Full text linkThis study aims to evaluate the compatibility of engineering design activities in 5-8 grade science coursebooks with the curriculum and to examine their reflection of design principles. The document analysis method was used in the study. Initially, the 5-8 grade science coursebooks recommended by the Ministry of National Education in 2021-2022 were determined. Then, the engineering design activities in these books and the learning outcomes related to engineering and design skills in the 2018 Science Curriculum were determined. As a data collection tool, an engineering design activity evaluation rubric based on engineering design principles was prepared by reviewing the relevant literature. Based on the prepared rubric, the activities in the science coursebooks recommended by the MoNE in 2020-2021 were examined. At the end of the examination, some learning outcomes had more than one engineering design activity, some learning outcomes did not have design activities, and some learning outcomes had design activities in subjects excluding the learning outcomes. Depending on this, the percentages of the coursebooks reflecting engineering design were determined. It was observed that the percentage of the coursebook with more STEM activities reflecting engineering design principles was low
A GRAPHICAL EXPRESSION SUPPORTING LISTENING AND MUSICAL PERCEPTION: MUSICOGRAM TECHNIQUE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
Full text linkVarious techniques are employed to enhance music listening and perception skills in early childhood. One of these techniques is the musicogram method, proposed by Wuytack in the early 1970s following research into active music listening. This study aims to examine musicogram videos targeting early childhood shared on a social media platform, YouTube. The study employed a qualitative research method, and data was collected through document analysis. For data collection, videos were accessed on the video-sharing platform YouTube using keywords “müzikogram,” “müzogram,” “musicogram,” “musicograma.” Within the filtering criteria, musicograms in Turkish and different languages were included in the study based on their highest view counts across all time periods and sorted by ranking. As a result of the study, it was observed that classical Western music was predominantly used in musicograms prepared in different languages, whereas digital music and familiar children’s songs were preferred in Turkish musicograms. It was also found that the symbolic representation used in musicograms did not correspond to the melodic rhythmic patterns of the compositions. The use of musicograms for early childhood has gained significant popularity on social media; however, there is a need to enhance the content to be more comprehensive, including theoretical and practical information
THE IMPACT OF HEALTH MINISTRY POLICIES ON PREGRADUET AND POSTGRADUET MEDICAL EDUCATION CAREER PLANNING
Full text linkThe news that physicians tend to work abroad in recent years in Turkey, the frequent occurrence of violence in healthcare, the dissatisfaction of physicians and the news of resignation have prompted the Ministry of Health and led to some regulations known as 'White Reform' in the society. We aimed to investigate the impact of these reforms on the career plans of final-year medical students, medical residents, and doctors who have graduated in the last 5 years. A descriptive study was planned, and a survey form created by researchers was used to reach the target audience. Data from 561 doctors and medical students were evaluated. The majority of doctors viewed the reforms positively, but it was determined that they were not implemented at the desired level in terms of application and adequacy. The impact of the reforms on career plans was seen primarily among intern doctors. The most common goal in terms of career plans was to work as a specialist physician
PATIENCE AS A PREDICTOR OF TEACHERS' CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Full text linkThis study aims to examine the relationship between teachers’ patience levels and their classroom management skills. The study was conducted by using a relational survey model with quantitative method. The study group was selected randomly and consisted of 355 teachers working in public schools in Ordu province. Teacher Patience Scale and Classroom Management Skills Scale were used as data collection tools. As a result of the study, patience level of teachers was “very high” in both general patience and teaching dimensions. In addition, teachers’ patience was “high” in the interaction dimension. Similarly, teachers reported “very high” level classroom management skills in both general and all sub-dimensions. Moreover, it was found that the sub-dimensions of patience were moderately and significantly related to the general classroom management skills, explaining approximately 46% of the total variance in classroom management skills. Similarly, it was determined that the sub-dimensions of patience were also moderately and significantly related to all sub-dimensions of classroom management skills. The study concluded that as teachers’ patience levels increased, their classroom management skills also improved
SHANXI DAOQING OPERA MUSIC ANALYSIS AS A RESOURCE FOR TEACHING CHINESE OPERA MUSIC HISTORY
Full text linkThis qualitative research study aimed to explore the history of ancient Chinese opera music and analyze musical characteristics as a resource for teaching the history of Chinese opera music in Shanxi Province, China. The study involved three main informants and utilized a range of research methods, including literature review, fieldwork, and interviews. The analysis of the musical characteristics of early Shanxi Daoqing opera included an examination of its historical development, classical singing style, accompanying instruments, performance scenes, and vocal melody. Additionally, the study analyzed the formal structure, melodic contour, and rhythm of the music to provide a comprehensive understanding of the unique characteristics of this ancient Chinese opera music. This research offers insights into the rich cultural heritage of Shanxi Province and provides a valuable resource for scholars, musicians, and music educators seeking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of ancient Chinese opera music.
 
MOBILE ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING (MALL): LEARNING ATTITUDES OF GEOGRAPHY STUDENTS TOWARDS MOBILE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
Full text linkThe influence of mobile devices in the field of education is increasing day by day. The purpose of this research is to examine the attitudes towards Mobile Assisted Language (English) Learning and the effects of some variables on the attitudes of geography students. The study was conducted with 203 students studying at the Geography Department of a state university in the fall semester of the 2022-2023 academic year. Data in the study was collected through the Information Form, and English Mobile Learning Attitude Scale (EMLAS). SPSS 22.0 program was used in the analysis of the data. The participants' mean scores on the EMLAS sub-dimension and total score were 3.87 (SD=0.81) for “Behavior”, 3.86 (SD=0.80) for “Perceived Control”, 3.71 (SD=0.94) for “Affection’’, 3.66 (SD= 0.73) for “Perceived Usefulness” and 3.75 (SD=0.59) for “EMLAS total”. While there was no significant difference in terms of gender, grade, best English skill, and having a language score (p>0.05), a significant difference was found in terms of the level of English, the desire to do postgraduate education, the belief in the necessity of learning English, the positive attitude towards learning English with mobile devices, and finding the distance education English courses at the university useful (p<0.05). The findings show that geography department students had positive attitudes towards how mobile devices were used, how these devices controlled and impacted learning English. The findings suggest that including Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in the geography teaching plan would be beneficial
GIFTED AND TYPICALLY DEVELOPING STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PROCRASTINATION METHODS: FUNCTIONAL AND DYSFUNCTIONAL PROCRASTINATION
Full text linkThe purpose of this study is to compare the academic procrastination patterns of gifted students (GS) and typically developing students (TDS) in light of their temperamental characteristics. It is well established that academic procrastinating behavior has a wide range of repercussions on students' lives, school life, family relationships, and job choices. In addition to identifying potential variables that might be employed in causal analysis and intervention, it is critical to address and explain the factors that impede personal growth and performance. Academic procrastination is a widespread issue, psychosocial therapies to address it will not only promote students' academic growth but also improve the effectiveness of students, families, and educational professionals. In order to accomplish the aforementioned goals, a study involving 540 GS and 540 TDS from the senior year of high was carried out. According to their desire to participate and their placement in the pertinent cluster, which was established by using the Persona 360 School program in objective psychological tests, participating students were added to the study. The Functional Procrastination Scale, the Aitken Academic Procrastination Scale, and Temperament-Enneagram 9-Factor Personality Test were used to gather the data. Using the IBM SPSS 22.0 software suite, factor analysis and discriminant analysis were used in the analyses. The results showed that GS and TDS had different inclinations in terms of academic procrastination practices. Furthermore, it was discovered that, depending on their psycho-social traits and behavioral orientations, students' temperament and personality types affected the clustering pattern of procrastinating behavior.
 
ONLINE UKULELE TRAINING DURING COVID-19: A CASE STUDY OF TURKEY ON PRESCHOOL TEACHER CANDIDATES
Full text linkIn the present study, the purpose was to determine the opinions and suggestions of pre-school teacher candidates regarding distance ukulele training because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The study design was determined as a case study based on a qualitative approach. The study group consisted of 32 pre-service teachers who were studying at the department of preschool education of a state university in Turkey. The participants were provided online ukulele training for twelve weeks as part of the preschool music education course. The data were collected through semi-structured video interviews and were then analysed under different themes with the content analysis method. Content analysis was conducted by three researchers to ensure researcher triangulation. Thirteen sub-themes emerged depending on five major themes (i.e. “Opportunities”, “Infrastructure System”, and “Motivation for Studying”,“ Synchronous & Asynchronous Lessons and Learning Outcomes). As a result of the study, it was found that students think that distance ukulele training had personal and professional contributions to teacher candidates during the pandemic process, but they preferred face-to-face education to distance education