Entries by Admin Ijssers

Instruction of Vocabulary at the Higher Secondary Level in Bangladesh: Integration of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) with Vocabulary Tasks

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The research aimed to enhance vocabulary instruction at the upper secondary level in Bangladesh by integrating Communicative Language Teaching with vocabulary activities. This study examined the common vocabulary tasks associated with Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) for grades 11-12, current vocabulary learning techniques and tasks, the challenges that impede the effective application of these methods, and […]

Reliability and Validity Testing of the Teacher Digital Literacy Scale

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The purpose of this study was to test the reliability and validity of the Teacher Digital Literacy Scale. Methods: A total of 240 respondents were sampled from 4 universities in Changchun City, Jilin Province， China, and a proportional random sampling method was used to generation sample, after screening and cleaning the data, 194 questionnaires were […]

Influence of Self-esteem on Academic Achievement Among College Dance Students in Changsha, China

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This study explores the impact of self-esteem on academic success based on psychological perspectives such as constructivism theory, self-affirmation theory, and social comparison theory with college students majoring in dance in Changsha. Through literature analysis, this study found that: high self-esteem levels can enhance students’ motivation and ability to cope with stress, thus promoting academic […]

The Effects of Peer Tutoring on the Mathematics Academic Achievement of Grade 10 Students: A Basis for Intervention Program

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Students with difficulties learning mathematics can be found in almost every classroom. Hence, many educators are constantly striving to improve their students’ classroom achievement.  One potential solution is using peer tutoring. This research focused on the effects of peer tutoring on students’ academic achievement in learning Mathematics. Five research questions and Four hypotheses were formulated […]

Exploring Teachers’ Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching and Its Influence on Students Achievement, Retention and Attitude towards Mathematics in Secondary Schools in Nigeria

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The study explored the influence of teachers’ mathematical knowledge for teaching on students’ achievement, retention and attitude towards mathematics in secondary schools in Nigeria. The study was guided by three research questions and hypotheses. The study employed correlational survey research design. The population of the study comprised 3.5 million secondary school students and 100,000 mathematics […]

Perceived Effectiveness of Choosing Prefects Using Interviews: A Case of a Private High School in Harare, Zimbabwe

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The study assessed the effectiveness of choosing student leaders based on interviews as a shift from the traditional mode whereby school administrators appoint student leaders in secondary schools. The study is underpinned by the Rational Choice Theory by Adam Smith which posits that individuals make choices based on weighing the costs and benefits. This study […]

The Flimsy Edifice and Façade of Knowledge

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In this brief essay I outline why one should consider knowledge to not be on a firm footing. It is riddled by the possibility that nature can change its nature i.e. the miraculous may occur or even nature itself as miraculous. I argue that nature (the external world) can be seen as an illusion, that […]

A Narrative Inquiry into Self-Discovery, Social, And Emotional Development among Young Adults through Cosplay

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Cosplay is a social activity where people dress up and act as characters from various forms of fiction. Current literature discusses how participating in cosplay influences one’s identity construction, social and emotional development, and self-expression. However, there is little to no research that uses a qualitative and Developmental Psychology approach. This study explored the narratives […]

A Conceptual Framework for Preparing 21st-Century School Leaders: Aligning Qualification Standards with the Evolving Role of the Principal

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The role of the school principal has transformed significantly, demanding a new set of skills and competencies to navigate the complexities of 21st-century education. This conceptual paper addresses the need for aligning qualification standards with this evolving role by proposing a comprehensive framework for preparing effective school leaders. The framework identifies key 21st-century competencies, including […]