scholarly journals Teaching Science and Mathematics in English Steering Mastery in English Language Amongst Sciences Students in UKM

2012 ◽  
Vol 59 ◽  
pp. 670-677 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nora Muda ◽  
Wan Rosmanira Ismail ◽  
Faridatulazna Ahmad Shahabudin ◽  
Humaida Banu Samsudin ◽  
Nur Riza Mohd Suradi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
English Language ◽  
Teaching Science ◽  
And Mathematics

Sustaining the Implementation of Dual-Language Programme (DLP) in Malaysian Secondary Schools

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-97
Author(s):  
Ashairi Suliman ◽  
Mohamed Yusoff Mohd Nor ◽  
Melor Md Yunus
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Dual Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Jel Classification ◽  
Student Perspective ◽  
Mathematics Students ◽  
Programme Implementation ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
And Mathematics

Objective - The implementation of Dual-Language Programmes (DLP) in the teaching and learning of Science and Mathematics is an initiative under the ‘Upholding the Malay Language and Strengthening the English Language’ (MBMMBI) policy. Though it has some similarities with the previous policy known as ‘English for the Teaching of Science and Mathematics’ (PPSMI), its execution is idiosyncratic in its own way. Since its inception in 2016, the programme has entered its third cycle involving students in primary and secondary schools in Malaysia. The curiosity to scrutinise the programme implementation has led to this study. The study aims to investigate the execution of this programme and to assess its sustainability. Methodology/Technique – Gleaning through the students’ language capabilities, attitudes, teachers’ support and acceptance of the programme, the study uses a questionnaire with open-ended questions and focus group discussions to unravel the aforementioned issues. 1,530 students from secondary schools across Malaysia were selected as the respondents of this study. Findings - The results reveal findings that may represent a measure on the direction of this programme. Looking from the student perspective, the challenges confronted in addition to those put forward may further serve as an indicator for the sustainability of the program. Novelty – This study infers how the programme can be further enhanced in terms of its implementation in its fourth year since inception. The findings of this study may assist policy makers in shaping the direction of the programme. Type of Paper: Empirical. Keywords: Dual-Language Programme (DLP); Sustainability; Science and Mathematics; Students; Policy and Programme Implementation. JEL Classification: A20, A23 A29.

scholarly journals Relationship between Creative Thinking and Students Academic Performance in English Language and Mathematics: The Moderating Role of Gender

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Mahama, Inuusah ◽  
Kwaw, Regine ◽  
Mensah, Kwame Jonathan ◽  
Acheampong, Ebenezer ◽  
Marfo, Richard
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Creative Thinking ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language And Mathematics ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Moderating Role

Aims: This study sought to explore the moderating role of gender in the relationship between creative thinking and academic performance in English Language and Mathematics among Junior High School students in the Aboom Circuit, Cape Coast. Study Design: The design for the study is correlational espousing the quantitative approach. The study was guided by two research hypotheses, which were tested using Pearson Product-Moment Correlation and Andrew F. Hayes Moderation Process. The instruments for the data collection were Kumar, Kemmler and Holman (1997) Creativity Styles Questionnaire-Revised (CSQ-R) and standardised-type test developed by experts in the various subject areas. Results: The study revealed significant relationship between creative thinking and academic performance of students (English Language: r=.432, n=140, p=0.05, p=.003, 2-tailed; Mathematics: r=.401, n=140 p=0.05, p=0.000, 2-talied). The study further revealed that gender moderated significantly in the relationship between creativity and academic performance (English Language: b=-.276, t=-2.398, CI= -.485, -.088; Mathematics: b=-.300, t=-2.198, CI= -.564, -.070). As such, male respondents had higher creative thinking effect in English Language and Mathematics than female respondents (b=.371, t=4.608, CI [.212, .530; b=.219, t=2.286, CI [.030, .407]). Conclusion: Creative thinking indeed relates to performance, as such, it was recommended  that creative thinking should be nurtured among all students in J.H.S. In addition, stakeholders in education should consider including creative thinking in the curriculum and pay special attention to nurturing creative think in female students so that they could match up with their male counterparts.

scholarly journals Determinants In The Choice Of Comprehensible Input Strategies In Science Classes

2011 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Crisanta Comia Buri
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Poor Performance ◽  
Medium Of Instruction ◽  
The Poor ◽  
Comprehensible Input ◽  
Filipino Students ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Science Classes ◽  
Bilingual Education Policy

The Bilingual Education Policy, which was launched in 1974 and revised in 1987, has resulted in the limited exposure of Filipino learners to the English language. This is because the policy reversed previous policies and stipulates that in only two content area subjects, namely, Science and Mathematics is English to be used as medium of instruction. The limited exposure to English has been cited as one of the reasons for the declining proficiency in English of Filipino students since the promulgation of the policy (Gonzales, 1986). On the other hand, the use of English as medium of instruction in cognitively demanding subjects such as science and mathematics has also been given as the reason for the poor showing of students and even teachers themselves in nationwide tests in Science (Maminta, 1985). The overall downtrend in student achievement as evidenced by the poor performance on all of the tests has given rise to two issues concerning the policy. First, is the language for initial literacy and the second is the medium of instruction in science and mathematics. These language issues are crucial in as much as language is the primary vehicle of expression and thought exchange in the classroom. Teaching and learning are in fact language tasks carried out largely by means of verbal interaction between teacher and students (Bellack, et al 1966). The exchange of ideas between students and teachers is largely done through language as they talk about concepts in science, mathematics and other content areas.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KEBUTUHAN LEMBAR KERJA AUDIO SISWA (LKAS) UNTUK SISWA TUNANETRA

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
NFN Innayah
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
English Language ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
R And D ◽  
Mp3 Player ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Bahasa Indonesia

AbstractVisually impaired disabilities have requiring an appropriate me- dium for learning. Audio student worksheet (LKS) is one of the me- dia for persons with disabilities are being developed. The aim of the study was to determine the subjects that require media audio LKS, format of audio LKS, player tool for audio LKS program and accom- panying materials required as supporting audio LKS. This research was conducted by the method of research and development. The re- sults of this study showed subjects that require audio LKS is a na- tional examination subjects such as Indonesian language, English language, science and mathematics. Form of audio LKS for visually impaired disabilities is a summary with multiple choice questions. Instruments of audio LKS that suitable for visually impaired dis- abilities are laptop and an MP3 player. The understanding of the audio LKS for visually impaired disabilities should be complement- ed with an accompanying material in the form of Braille. AbstrakSiswa tunanetra membutuhkan media pembelajaran yang te- pat. Lembar kerja audio siswa (LKAS) merupakan salah satu media yang dikembangkan bagi siswa tunanetra. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui mata pelajaran yang membutuh- kan media LKAS, format LKAS, alat pemutar program untuk LKAS dan bahan penyerta yang dibutuhkan sebagai penun- jang LKAS. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian dan pengembangan (R and D). Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa mata pelajaran yang membutuhkan media LKAS adalah mata pelajaran ujian nasional seperti Bahasa Indonesia, Bahasa Ingggris, IPA dan matematika. Format LKAS bagi siswa tunan- etra adalah ringkasan materi dengan bentuk soal pilihan ganda. Alat pemutar program yang sesuai bagi siswa tunanetra adalah laptop dan MP3 player. Pemahaman terhadap LKAS perlu di- lengkapi dengan bahan penyerta dalam bentuk Braille.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KEBUTUHAN LEMBAR KERJA AUDIO SISWA (LKAS) UNTUK SISWA TUNANETRA

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
NFN Innayah
Keyword(s):  
Visually Impaired ◽  
English Language ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
R And D ◽  
National Examination ◽  
The Media ◽  
Mp3 Player ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Bahasa Indonesia

Visually impaired disabilities have requiring an appropriate medium for learning. Audio student worksheet (LKS) is one of the media for persons with disabilities are being developed. The aim of the study was to determine the subjects that require media audio LKS, format of audio LKS, player tool for audio LKS program and accompanying materials required as supporting audio LKS. This research was conducted by the method of research and development. The results of this study showed subjects that require audio LKS is a national examination subjects such as Indonesian language, English language, science and mathematics. Form of audio LKS for visually impaired disabilities is a summary with multiple choice questions. Instruments of audio LKS that suitable for visually impaired disabilities are laptop and an MP3 player. The understanding of the audio LKS for visually impaired disabilities should be complemented with an accompanying material in the form of Braille. AbstrakSiswa tunanetra membutuhkan media pembelajaran yang tepat. Lembar kerja audio siswa (LKAS) merupakan salah satu media yang dikembangkan bagi siswa tunanetra. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui mata pelajaran yang membutuhkan media LKAS, format LKAS, alat pemutar program untuk LKAS dan bahan penyerta yang dibutuhkan sebagai penunjang LKAS. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian dan pengembangan (R and D). Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa mata pelajaran yang membutuhkan media LKAS adalah mata pelajaran ujian nasional seperti Bahasa Indonesia, Bahasa Ingggris, IPA dan matematika. Format LKAS bagi siswa tunanetra adalah ringkasan materi dengan bentuk soal pilihan ganda. Alat pemutar program yang sesuai bagi siswa tunanetra adalah laptop dan MP3 player. Pemahaman terhadap LKAS perlu dilengkapi dengan bahan penyerta dalam bentuk Braille.

Cultural Contexts in Science and Mathematics Teaching to Young Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gina C. Obiakor ◽  
Kristen E. Obiakor ◽  
Charles C. Obiakor ◽  
Festus E. Obiakor
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Preparation ◽  
Mathematics Teaching ◽  
Mathematical Knowledge ◽  
Teaching Science ◽  
National Origin ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Cultural Contexts ◽  
Language And Gender ◽  
And Gender ◽  
And Mathematics

AbstractScience and mathematics have international and global origins and impacts that are intertwined with national origin, race, culture, religion, language, and gender, to mention a few. This means that scientific and mathematical knowledge goes beyond myopic narrow confines. Put another way, teaching science and mathematics without explicating their phenomenal foundations and influences is tantamount to “scotching the snake, but not killing it.” In this article, we use cases to discuss cultural contexts in teaching science and mathematics. Embedded in our discussion are issues of teacher preparation, innovative teaching, and disparities in public health and environmental health.

Teaching Science to English Language Learners

2019 ◽  
pp. 277-290
Author(s):  
Alandeom W. Oliveira ◽  
Molly Weinburgh ◽  
Effie McBride ◽  
Trisha Bobowski ◽  
Rebecca Shea
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Teaching Science

Teachers’ Experiences in Teaching Science and Mathematics Using Their Second Language

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-43
Author(s):  
Ashairi Suliman ◽  
Mohamed Yusoff Mohd Nor ◽  
Melor Md Yunus ◽  
Azlin Norhaini Mansor
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Teaching Science ◽  
Teachers Experiences ◽  
And Mathematics

How Much English Language Arts and Mathematics Instruction Do Students Receive? Investigating Variation in Instructional Time

2011 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 631-662 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geoffrey Phelps ◽  
Douglas Corey ◽  
Jenny DeMonte ◽  
Delena Harrison ◽  
Deborah Loewenberg Ball
Keyword(s):  
Language Arts ◽  
English Language Arts ◽  
Mathematics Instruction ◽  
English Language ◽  
Instructional Time ◽  
And Mathematics
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