scholarly journals Effects of Using Corpus-Based Instructional Mediation on EFL Students’ Academic Writing Skills Improvement

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 133-153
Author(s):  
Amare Tesfie Birhan ◽  
Mulugeta Teka ◽  
Nibret Asrade
Keyword(s):  
Academic Writing ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Writing Courses ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
Experimental Group

This study aimed at examining the effects of corpus-based instructional mediation on EFL learners’ academic writing skills improvement. To conduct the research, a quasi-experimental research design was employed. A total of 72 EFL mechanical engineering students participated in the study, and they were selected through a simple random sampling technique.  Among them, 25 students were assigned to the experimental group and 47 students to the control group. The data were gathered by means of pre- and post-tests. Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA) was used to observe the statistical differences between the control and the experimental groups in their academic writing skills. The results showed that the students who were instructed through corpus-based instructional mediation outperformed than the students who were instructed in the conventional instructional approach. Particularly, the students who participated in the experimental group improved their content, communicative achievement, organization, grammar, and vocabulary usage than the students who participated in the control group. Therefore, this research calls for inclusion of corpus-based authentic linguistic elements in their teaching material when teaching academic writing courses in the EFL context.

scholarly journals The Effect of Two Stay Two Stray (TSTS) Technique of Cooperative Learning Model toward Students’ Biology Learning Outcomes

Biosfer ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-29
Author(s):  
Eva Novika Sari ◽  
Reduk Nilawarni ◽  
Erna Heryanti
Keyword(s):  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Biology Learning ◽  
Experimental Group

Learning activities determines the achievement of learning aims and objectives. One of the objectives can be reflected in higher students’ learning result. The improvement may occur using Two Stay Two Stray Technique of Cooperative Learning Model since students are encouraged to learn together and help each other in groups. The research aimed to determine the effect of Two Stay Two Stray (TSTS) technique of Cooperative Learning Model on Students’ Biology Learning Outcomes on the ecosystem topic. This research was carried out at SMAN 2 Tangerang on May to June 2012 using a quasi-experimental method. Two science classes at grade 10 were selected by purposive sampling technique, class X-7 as the experimental group and class X-8 as the control group. An overall of 36 students of each class was selected by simple random sampling. Data obtained by using instruments of multiple choice question test and affective Attitude Scale. The result of Normality testing of Kolmogorov-Smirnov test and homogeneity testing of F-test showed a normal distribution and homogenous data. The average Biology study result of experimental group was 79.1 while of control group was 74.3. Based on the result, it can be concluded that Two Stay Two Stray (TSTS) technique of Cooperative Learning Model affected Students’ Biology Learning Outcomes.

scholarly journals Using inquiry-based writing instruction to develop students’ academic writing skills

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bantalem Derseh Wale ◽  
Yenus Nurie Bogale
Keyword(s):  
Writing Instruction ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Control Group ◽  
First Year ◽  
Lexical Resource ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

AbstractThe aim of this study was to investigate the effects of using inquiry-based writing instruction on students’ academic writing skills. A pretest-posttest two groups quasi-experimental design was employed. Data were obtained through test, focus group discussion, and reflective journal from 62 first-year pharmacy students who were selected using comprehensive sampling. While the experimental group received the inquiry-based writing instruction, the control group learned using the conventional learning method. The quantitative data were analyzed using independent samples T-test and descriptive statistics when the qualitative data were analyzed thematically. The findings revealed that there was a statistical difference between the control and experimental groups in their academic writing performance. Hence, students who participated in the inquiry-based writing instruction improved their academic writing skills. Mainly, students who learned through inquiry-based writing instruction were able to produce essays that addressed task achievement, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy. Thus, this study recommends researchers, teachers, and students to pay due attention to inquiry-based writing instruction in their academic journey.

scholarly journals EFFECTS OF COMMUNICATIVE STRATEGIES AND WRITING SKILLS ON STUDENTS’ LEARNING AT SECONDARYLEVEL IN PAKISTAN

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 114-121
Author(s):  
Mubashar Mahmood Khan
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Communicative Strategies ◽  
Post Test ◽  
And Control ◽  
Experimental Group

The study examines the effects of communicative strategies and writing skills on students learning atsecondary level in Pakistan. The study is experimental in nature and the researcher applieda pre-test post-test equivalent group experimental design to draw the conclusion.For the facilitation of study, the researcher presumed the male students of grade 10 studying at Government Higher Secondary School Renala Khurd.Government Higher Secondary School Renala Khurd was selected as population in Okara district  as the spot for intervention.The selection of the students was made through convienience and informed consent which tantamounted to simple random sampling technique. Experimental group and control group comprised of thirty students each as such sample size for this experimental study was stretched over 60 students. The experimental group was exposed to communicate through communicative language teaching-based activities included in the (NECL, 2006) for grade 10  while the control group was imparted intervention through traditional methods for two months.

scholarly journals Midwives’ skills in the application of non-pneumatic anti-shock garment for the management of postpartum haemorrhage in Ondo State, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 209
Author(s):  
Christiana Olanrewaju Sowunmi ◽  
Olufunke Mercy Iwaola ◽  
Gbemisola Bolanle Ogbeye
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Haemorrhage ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

Background: Non-pneumatic Anti-shock garment (NASG) has been identified as a device for effective management of postpartum haemorrhage especially in developing countries where maternal mortality is high. Hence, it is important that midwives are skilled and knowledgeable about its use. This study therefore assessed the midwives’ skills in the application of Non-Pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment (NASG) in the management of postpartum hemorrhage.Methods: This study adopted quasi-experimental research design. The study was done in two secondary health facilities in the state. Sixty-eight midwives participated in the study. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 37 and 31 midwives into experimental and control groups respectively. Written consent was obtained from all the participants. The study involved three stages; Pre-test, an intervention and a post test. Questionnaire and observation rating scale that elicited demographic characteristics, knowledge and skills on the application and removal of NASG was used to collect data pre and post intervention. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Results: Mean knowledge score of midwives in the control group in the use of NASG in the management of PPH was found to be 10.32±4.17 compared with 12.24±5.05 in experimental group pre-intervention. There was a significant increase in knowledge and skills of NASG application, nonetheless the post intervention from experimental group had the highest increase from 6.32±4.97 to 17.14±0.95.Conclusions: Educational intervention enhanced skills of midwives in the use of NASG. Therefore, continuous education units in hospitals should include periodic training of midwives on the use of NASG.

scholarly journals Effects of Mastery Learning Instruction on Engineering Students’ Writing Skills Development and Motivation

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 20-30
Author(s):  
Amare Tesfie Birhan
Keyword(s):  
Academic Writing ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Mastery Learning ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Data Gathering ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Repeated Measure ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
Learning Instruction ◽  
Quasi Experimental

This study was aimed to investigate the effects of mastery learning instruction on engineering students’ academic writing skills and motivation in an EFL context. The participants were software engineering and computer science first-year students, and they were selected using a multistage sampling technique. Observation, a questionnaire, and pre- and post-tests were employed as data gathering instruments. The research was designed through a time series quasi-experimental research design. The data were analysed through repeated measure ANOVA, independent t-tests, as well as descriptive statistics. The findings indicated that there was a statistical difference between the experimental and the control groups. Hence, students who participated in mastery learning instruction improved their writing skills and achieved better scores in writing skills assessment. Particularly, learners who learned through mastery learning instruction were able to develop paragraphs and essays with clear topic sentences and thesis statements. They also developed paragraphs with proper punctuation and minimized various mechanical errors that were observed during the pre-test. Furthermore, the students who engaged in mastery learning instruction had better levels of motivation. Thus, individualized instruction and continuous feedback helped them improve their engagement in writing activities. Hence, this study calls for more attention to self-paced instruction, regular feedback, assessment, and continuous support in writing classrooms.

scholarly journals THE EFFECT OF THE CREATIVITY LEARNING MODEL ON NATURAL SCIENCE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND SELF EFFICACY

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 780
Author(s):  
Ayu Ari Rahmayanti ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Tri Agustiana ◽  
Alexander Hamonangan Simamora
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Natural Science ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Fifth Grade ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Fifth Grade Students ◽  
Quasi Experimental

The research was conducted with the aim: (1) identify the effect of creativity learning model toward natural science subject’s learning outcomes and self-efficacy, (2) identify the effect of creativity learning model toward natural science subject’s learning outcomes, and (3) identify the effect of creativity learning model toward self-efficacy. This research was quasi-experimental research designed of Non-Equivalent Posttest Only Control Group. All fifth-grade classes of cluster I Buleleng district were the research population in total of 209 fifth-grade students from 8 schools. The research sample was determined through simple random sampling technique, obtained 2 schools in total of 59 students that was contained 29 students of SDN 1 Banyuning as the experiment class and 30 students of SDN 8 Banyuning as the control class. Essay test was used the research instrument to gather learning outcomes data, while questionnaire was used to measure self-efficacy. The data analysis was done descriptively to identify mean and standard deviation further tested through MANOVA test. The research findings portrayed: (1) simultaneously, creativity learning model effects in enhancing natural science subject’s learning outcomes and self-efficacy; (2) creativity learning model is able to improve natural science subject’s learning outcomes; and (3) creativity learning model is able to improve self-efficacy. Conclusively, creativity learning model presents has an influence on the aspects studies.

scholarly journals PENGARUH MODEL COOPERATIVE LEARNING TIPE STUDENT TEAMS ACHIEVEMENT DIVISION TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN LAY-UP SHOOT BOLA BASKET

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Davi Sofyan
Keyword(s):  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Student Teams ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Cluster Random Sampling

The purpose of this study was to determine how much influence the cooperative learning model type student team's achievement division has on basketball shoot lay-up skills. The research method used in this research is a quasi-experimental method. The type of research design used was the non-equivalent group design. The population in this study were students of class XI SMA Negeri 1 Majalengka in 2019 totaling 424 students. The sampling technique used in this study was cluster random sampling technique. The sample in this study amounted to 214 students consisting of class XI IPS 1-4 and XI MIPA 7-8. The experimental group class XI IPS 1-2 and XI MIPA, control group class XI IPS 3-4 and XI MIPA 8. The results showed that the mean pre-test lay-up shoot of the experimental group was 4.09 while the control group was 3.92. The mean post-test shoot lay-up of the experimental group was 6.76 while the control group was 4.72. Furthermore, by looking at 95% confidence interval of the difference, there is a difference between the shoot lay-up results of the experimental group and the control group, which is -0.190 to 2.412. Thus, it can be concluded that STAD is effective in improving basketball shoot lay-up skills.

scholarly journals The Effects of Counseling on The Knowledge and Attitude About The Risking Sexual Behavior of SMA 5 and SMA 21 Students in Makassar City

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-20
Author(s):  
Elna Sari ◽  
Andi Zulkifli ◽  
Suriah
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Risky Sexual Behavior ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
T Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Youth Counseling

SMA 5 and SMA 21 are the leading schools in Makassar City which have a Youth Counseling Information Center. Previous research looked at the influence of game simulation and brainstorming on the knowledge and attitudes of stundent about reproductive health for high school adolescents in Makassar City, including SMA 5 and SMA 21, but the results did not have effect on students' knowledge and attitudes. Therefore, the researcher took the initiative to provide another intervention in the form of counseling. This study aims to determine the effect of counseling on knowledge and attitudes about risky sexual behavior among students in SMA 5 and SMA 21 Makassar City. This study used a quasi-experimental design with a randomized pre test post test control group design. A sample of 76 students of class XI SMA 5 and SMA 21 Makassar City, using simple random sampling technique. Data collection was using a questionnaire. Statistical analysis used paired t-test and independent samples t-test. The results showed that there was an effect of counseling on knowledge (p = 0.002) but there was no effect on attitudes (p = 0.865) in SMA 5 and SMA 21 Makassar City. It is suggested that SMA 5 and SMA 21 Makassar City be active in conducting counseling, especially counseling about attitudes, so that students have positive attitudes about risky sexual behavior.

scholarly journals PENGARUH KINESIO TAPING TERHADAP TINGKAT NYERI PADA PASIEN POST LAPARATOMI DI RUMAH SAKIT UMUM DR DARAJAT PRAWIRANEGARA, SERANG-BANTEN TAHUN 2019

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-87
Author(s):  
Tasbihul Anwar ◽  
Anwar Wardi Warongan ◽  
Fitrian Rayasari
Keyword(s):  
Design Research ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Nursing Intervention ◽  
T Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Kinesio Taping ◽  
Quasi Experimental

Laparotomy is one of the major surgeries. Laparotomy is an operative technique that can be performed on digestive and urinary sistem disorders that will cause pain. This study aims to determine thes effects of kinesio taping on the level of pains in post laparotomy patients. The methods of this study use a pre-post and control group quasi experimental design research. Consisting of the intervention group and the control group, the number of sample was 24 samples with 12 respondent in the kinesio taping installation intervention group and 12 respondent in the control group giving standar drug, using a simple random sampling technique. Dependent t-test obtained an average difference of 2.08 in the control group while ansaveragesdifferencesof 3.84 insthe intervention group. Independent T test results obtained P value (0.001)<(0.05). The conclusion there was assignificant difference in the level of pain in the kinesio taping intervention group and the control group that did not have kinesio taping. Variable confounding has been performed statistically. The results shows that here is no relationships between age, attitude and belief in the pain of Laparotomy, while age is related to post-Laparotomy pain, kinesio taping can be used as an independent nursing intervention to reduce the intensity of pain in post-Laparotomy patients.

scholarly journals TEACHING GRAMMAR-IN-CONTEXT AND ITS IMPACT IN MINIMIZING STUDENTS’ GRAMMATICAL ERRORS

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yadhi Nur Amin
Keyword(s):  
Writing Skills ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Grammatical Errors ◽  
Tenth Grade ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Teaching Grammar ◽  
Experimental Group

This study is conducted to determine theeffectiveness of teaching grammar-in-context tominimize students‘ grammatical errors in writing. Thedesign of the study was a quasi-experimental with anon-randomized pretest-posttest control group. Thesamples of the study were taken from the population ofthe tenth-grade students. The control group was taughtby conventional grammar which was separately givenwith writing skills. Likewise, the experimental one wastreated by teaching grammar-in-context. The results ofthe study showed that the mean score in the post-testwas higher than that in the pretest; and the mean scoreof experimental group increased 16.20 point after thetreatment. This result indicated that teaching grammarin-context is considered to be effective in minimizingstudents‘ grammatical errors in writing.Keywords: grammar-in-context, grammatical errors

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