i-manager's Journal on School Educational Technology (JSCH)


Volume 1 Issue 2 September - November 2005

Article

Creating Sensitive Environments for Parent Involvement Meetings

Laverne Warner* , John Barrera**
*Retired Professor of Early Childhood Education in the Department of Language, Literacy & Special Populations at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas
**West Reginal director, of Houston Independent School,Texas
Warner, L., and Barrera, J.M. (2005) Creating Sensitive Environments for Parent Involvement Meetings . i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2),14-18. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.921

Abstract

The main purpose of this article is to have parents actively engaged in their children's educational development. Studies have shown that when parents are involved, student achievement improves (Clark, 1983;Comer, 1980; Dornbusch, 1986; Henderson, 1981). However, the way parents have been involved has changed and is continuing to change over time (Connors & Epstein, 1995).

Article

A Critical Approach Towards Dyslexia

Bobby Leonard*
Master Certified personnel from NFNLP USA in Neurolinguistic programming (NLP), is also a Hypnotherapist from NGH- USA,
Leonard,.B. (2005) A Critical Approach Towards Dyslexia. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 19-21. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.922

Abstract

This paper discusses on Student Behavior Management and Support in the previous issue. This looks into to one of the complex issues that affects our students and the ways to tackle it appropriately in this issue.

Article

Reaching Teachers Worldwide

Alvaro Galvis*
Academic Director of the CAPTIC project, Peru
Galvis.A (2005) Reaching Teachers Worldwide. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 22-24. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.923

Abstract

The Internet provides opportunities for students in developing countries to interact both with a wide variety of educational resources and with distant students and teachers. For a decade the authors have researched the essential elements to ensure success when technology is introduced in classrooms. Therefore this focuses on developing research-based materials and high-quality teacher professional development.

Article

Communication Skills for Effective Transaction of Curriculum in Futuristic Classrooms

Veer Pal Singh* , Basant Bahadur Singh**
*N.C.E.R.T., New Delhi, INDIA
**R.B.S. College, Agra, INDIA
Singh,.V.P. and Singh,.B.B. (2005) Communication Skills for Effective Transaction of Curriculum in Futuristic Classrooms. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 25-29. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.925

Abstract

It is well-known fact that more than eighty percent of our active life time is spent in one or other form of Communication i.e. sending of receiving messages with other. Communication is essential in each and every sphere of life e.g. family, work place, friendship, politics, academics, or any other profession. The success depends upon the use of skills of communication.

Research Paper

Meta Cognition as a Means for Dialogue, Self Regulation and Learning

Ranga Venkatachary* , Muthu Kumar**
*Centre for Educational Development, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore
**Centre for Pedagogy and Practice,National Institute of Education, Singapore
Venkatachary,.R. and Kumar,.M. (2005) Meta Cognition as a Means for Dialogue, Self Regulation and Learning. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 31-37. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.926

Abstract

One of the key arguments for problem-based learning as a holistic, learner centred pedagogical method rests on the premise it addresses multiple facets of learner development rather than decontextualised, content related learning outcomes. Fostering meta-cognitive ability in an attempt to develop self regulatory, autonomous learning habits is an important goal of PBL learning environments. Using a small pool of data from students' Learning Journal entries from an institution which implements PBL as the sole methodological framework, this article explores the nature, type and possible conclusions from a range of student responses within a specific context. The purpose of this seminal work is to demonstrate the faint but discernible patterns one can observe through such students' work which mark their respective positions in the spectrum of ability for self regulated, self directed learning.

Research Paper

Personalised Search Tool for Teachers – PoSTech!

Faezeh Seyedarabi* , Don Peterson**, Kevin Keenoy***
*University of London, Institute of Education, London Knowledge Lab iClass Project; Birkbeck University of London
Seyedarabi,.F. Peterson. Don and Kumar.M. (2005) Personalised Search Tool for Teachers – PoSTech!. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 38-49. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.927

Abstract

One of the ways in which teachers tend to 'personalise' to the needs of their students is by complementing their teaching materials with online resources. However, the current online resources are designed in such a way that only allows teachers to customise their search and not personalise. Therefore, a Personalised Search Tool for teachers called the “PoSTech” has been proposed for the iClass Project (EU funded) This paper will outline the functionality and the possible interface of such a tool designed in correspondence to the IEEE LOM standards.

Research Paper

Consequences of the Use of Private Coaching System to Enter Universities: A Study in Sri Lanka

Sarath B. Siyambalampitiya*
*Department of Engineering Mathematics, Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya 20400, Sri Lanka
Siyambalampitiya,.S.B . (2005) Consequences of the Use of Private Coaching System to Enter Universities: A Study in Sri Lanka. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 50-56. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.929

Abstract

University admissions for professional degree programmes has become very competitive in many countries in the world. While students have to score high aggregate of marks at the university entrance examinations, other criteria may also have to be met. As a result, additional private coaching outside the normal high school system is being sought by the students. In certain countries private coaching system which uses modern technology and distance education has become a thriving business. In this paper, the consequences of this trend are discussed while paying attention to a study conducted in Sri Lanka. Remedial measures for the Sri Lankan situation are proposed which could be applicable to other countries as well.

Research Paper

Defining a Process in a Creative and Co-Operative Technology Education Course

Ossi Autio* , Jari Lavonen**
*Department of Teacher Education University of Helsinki, Finland
**Professor of Physics and Chemistry Education University of Helsinki, Finland
Autio.O and Lavonen.J. (2005) Defining a Process in a Creative and Co-Operative Technology Education Course. i-manager’s Journal on School Education Technology.1(2), 57-65. https://doi.org/10.26634/jsch.1.2.930

Abstract

Historically, technology educators have chosen the creation of products or projects as a means to teach technological concepts. Although it is true that technology is most commonly known by its products, in most educational situations technology is best described as a process. This paper describes a technology education course that promotes cooperative and creative problem-solving in primary school teacher education. The purpose of the course was to study creativity through analysing a special method for problem-solving and to create new pedagogical approaches in a learning environment, designed to promote active, co-operative, and problem-centred learning in technology education.