scholarly journals Board # 29 :Research Needs Statements for Project Topic Selection: A Pilot Study in an Undergraduate Civil Engineering Transportation Course

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Pyrialakou ◽  
Heidi Diefes-Dux ◽  
Konstantina Gkritza
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Civil Engineering ◽  
Research Needs

scholarly journals The Influence of Architecture Students’ Learning Approaches on their Academic Performance in Two Nigeria Universities

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-151
Author(s):  
Gabriel Sen ◽  
Albert Adeboye ◽  
Oluwole Alagbe
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Deep Learning ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Statistical Analyses ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Heterogeneous Samples ◽  
And Gender

The paper was a pilot study that examined learning approaches of architecture students; variability of approaches by university type and gender and; influence of architecture students’ learning approaches on their academic performance. The sample was 349 architecture students from two universities. Descriptive and statistical analyses were used. Results revealed predominant use of deep learning approaches by students. Furthermore, learning approaches neither significantly differed by university type nor gender. Regression analysis revealed that demographic factors accounted for 2.9% of variation in academic performance (F (2,346) = 6.2, p = 0.002, R2 = 0.029, f2 = 0.029) and when learning approaches were also entered the model accounted for 4.4% of variation in academic performance (F (14,334) =2.2, p =0.009, R2 = 0.044, f2=0.044). Deep learning approaches significantly and positively influenced variation in academic performance while surface learning approaches significantly and negatively influenced academic performance. This implies that architectural educators should use instructional methods that encourage deep approaches. Future research needs to use larger and more heterogeneous samples for confirmation of results.

scholarly journals The Next Generation of Technology: Mobile Apps in the English Language Classroom

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (04) ◽  
pp. 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jenny Eppard ◽  
Omaima Nasser ◽  
Preeya Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
English Language ◽  
Mobile Apps ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Research Journal ◽  
Language Classroom ◽  
English Program ◽  
Technology Specialists

The purpose of this research was to make suggestions for choosing Apps for a Foundation level English program in the United Arab Emirates. The program had to prepare for the integration of iPads into the English program for approximately 800 students. To prepare, the program launched a pilot study with a small group of teachers, administrators and technology specialists. We used qualitative research to fulfill our research needs which included participant diaries, focus groups, a research journal and observations. From the data, we developed a list of criteria for choosing Apps and a process for selecting Apps.

scholarly journals Alcohol and Substance Use in the Jewish Community: A Pilot Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melanie Baruch ◽  
Abraham Benarroch ◽  
Gary E. Rockman
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Family History ◽  
Jewish Community ◽  
Preliminary Evidence ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Community Knowledge ◽  
Jewish Communities ◽  
History Of

Awareness of addictions in the Jewish community is becoming increasingly prevalent, and yet, a gap exists in the literature regarding addictions in this community. Knowledge about the prevalence of addictions within Jewish communities is limited; some believe that Jews cannot be affected by addictions. To address this gap, a pilot study was conducted to gather preliminary evidence relating to addictions and substance use in the Jewish community. Results indicate that a significant portion of the Jewish community knows someone affected by an addiction and that over 20% have a family history of addiction. Future research needs are discussed.

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