scholarly journals Project-based learning in an accounting graduate program

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
pp. e3175
Author(s):  
Taís Duarte Silva ◽  
Edvalda Araújo Leal
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Graduate Program ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Autonomy Development ◽  
Develop Theory ◽  
Time Required ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Elaboration Process

Considering the relevance of choosing a teaching methodology on student learning, this study aimed to identify the benefits and limitations of project-based learning. In order to reach the proposed objective, we investigated the method's application in the Cost Analysis course at a Graduate Program in Accounting. The methodology employed included document analysis, observation, questionnaire application, and a focus group with the students. In addition, the analysis considered the development of all the methodology steps proposed by the literature, descriptively and qualitatively highlighting the students' perceptions. As research results, we verified that the students' opportunity to experience the practice is the benefit most emphasized. Furthermore, we highlight autonomy development, which is essential to solving the problem proposed in the project. Regarding the limitations, the time required to develop the projects stands out, and the need to deal with diverse situations that may arise during the projects' investigation and elaboration process. The results contribute by presenting the project-based learning methodology as an opportunity for students to develop theory and practice, experiencing real issues related to professional practice. Among this study's limitations we highlight the sample size, which included only one class during one semester and evaluated only the students' perspective. It is understood that these limitations may be considered in future studies to expand the sample and make comparative analyses between classes in different periods, also covering the view of teachers.

scholarly journals From specialized to core course in Telecommunications degree: Experiences from digital electronic design and verification

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Martínez ◽  
Alejandro Liberos ◽  
Jose M. Monzo ◽  
Marcos Martinez ◽  
Jorge Daniel Martinez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Graduate Program ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Digital Systems ◽  
Integrated Education ◽  
Digital Electronics ◽  
Core Subject ◽  
Core Course ◽  
Study Plan

The European Higher Education Area (EHEA) defines the competences for professional practice of a Telecommunications Engineer. The School of Telecommunication Engineering of the Universitat Politècnica de València (Valencia, Spain) provides an integrated education program consisting of  a Graduate (GITST) + Master (MUIT). The GITST course offers four specialization tracks: Electronics, Telematics, Communication Systems and Multimedia for the proper acquisition of knowledge and competences of the future Telecommunications Engineers. In 2018, the graduate program has implemented a structural change in the organization of subjects for reinforcing important skills, in which a course on digital electronics design and verification (Integration of Digital Systems, ISDIGI) has been transformed into a core subject of the study plan. In this paper, we describe the methodology and adaptation of ISDIGI (i.e. a project-based learning intermediate HDL course that includes design and verification abilities) to the new GITST Curriculum. In addition, this paper describes the process of moving from specialized to core subject.

Use of cold tolerant eucalyptus species as a partial replacement for southern mixed hardwoods

TAPPI Journal ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 29-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
PETER W. HART ◽  
DALE E. NUTTER
Keyword(s):  
Potential Method ◽  
The United States ◽  
Partial Replacement ◽  
Growth Time ◽  
Eucalyptus Species ◽  
Cold Tolerant ◽  
Hardwood Pulp ◽  
Time Required ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Operational Data

During the last several years, the increasing cost and decreasing availability of mixed southern hardwoods have resulted in financial and production difficulties for southern U.S. mills that use a significant percentage of hardwood kraft pulp. Traditionally, in the United States, hardwoods are not plantation grown because of the growth time required to produce a quality tree suitable for pulping. One potential method of mitigating the cost and supply issues associated with the use of native hardwoods is to grow eucalyptus in plantations for the sole purpose of producing hardwood pulp. However, most of the eucalyptus species used in pulping elsewhere in the world are not capable of surviving in the southern U.S. climate. This study examines the potential of seven different cold-tolerant eucalyptus species to be used as replacements for, or supplements to, mixed southern hardwoods. The laboratory pulping and bleaching aspects of these seven species are discussed, along with pertinent mill operational data. Selected mill trial data also are reviewed.

scholarly journals Team-Based Learning: Successful Experience in a Public Health Graduate Program

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (3) ◽  
pp. 397-401
Author(s):  
Geraldo Bezerra da Silva Junior ◽  
Maria Angelina Silva Medeiros ◽  
Juliana Gomes Ramalho de Oliveira ◽  
Ana Maria Fontenele Catrib ◽  
Maria Helena de Agrela Gonçalves Jardim
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Traditional Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Graduate Program ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Master Program ◽  
The Public ◽  
Team Based Learning ◽  
At Home

ABSTRACT Background: In the review of curriculum matrices, the elaboration of learning strategies that combine theory and practice is extremely important, allowing the building of new concepts and learning methods by the students. Team-based learning (TBL) is growing in academic centers and refers to the pedagogic strategy grounded in constructivism. The aim of this research was to describe the application of TBL in a Public Health graduate program. Methods: TBL was applied in a class with 22 students in the discipline “Quantitative Research in Health” of the Public Health graduate program (Master degree) at the University of Fortaleza, Brazil, in 2016. The discipline was structured in 8 lessons, approaching the thematic of quantitative research. Before each class the students were required to study the contents at home, a test was done for each subject in the beginning of each class (individually and then in teams of 5 or 6 students) and then a brief review was performed by the professor, where the students could ask questions and solve any doubt. At the end of the semester an evaluation questionnaire was applied with objective questions and a qualitative survey. Results: The application of TBL was done in a class with 22 students of the Public health Master Program, aged 22 to 36 years, and 83.3% were female. The method was well received by the students. All the evaluations and discussions went on without any problem. There were some complaints about the requirement to study at home prior to the classes. Students’ evaluation of the discipline and the TBL method was satisfactory with answers’ average score of 4.7 (scale 0-5). The lowestscore was achieved by the question number 11 (4.3) about the students motivation for their study at home. The comparison with the evaluation of the previous semester (where a traditional method was applied) evidenced higher scores for the TBL method. Conclusions: The application of TBL was satisfactory and the main difficulty presented by students was the requirement for previous study at home. TBL was better evaluated than the traditional method.

Sample sizes for point, double sampling

1992 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 980-983 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard G. Oderwald ◽  
Elizabeth Jones
Keyword(s):  
Basal Area ◽  
Double Sampling ◽  
Sample Sizes ◽  
Measuring Volume ◽  
Sample Points ◽  
Time Required ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Minimum Ratio

Formulas are derived for determining the total number of sample points and the number of volume points for a point, double sample with a ratio of means estimator to replace a point sample and achieve the same variance. A minimum ratio of the cost of measuring volume to the cost of measuring basal area at a point is determined for which the point, double sample will be less costly, in terms of time required to measure points, than the point sample.

scholarly journals Remember to breathe: teaching respiratory physiology in a clinical context using simulation

2019 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 76-81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen L. Bintley ◽  
Alexander Bell ◽  
Rachel Ashworth
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Medical Curriculum ◽  
Clinical Skills ◽  
High Technology ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Respiratory Physiology ◽  
Biomedical Science ◽  
Simulated Patients ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Clinical Context

Evidence shows that biomedical knowledge is more effectively taught within the medical curriculum by teaching in context, to facilitate learning transfer. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effect of combining high-technology simulation and physiology teaching on medical student learning and experience. First-year medical students received respiratory physiology teaching in the form of lectures, problem-based learning, and practical sessions. These students were then given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and problem solve using respiratory-related clinical case scenarios in simulated patients. Student understanding was assessed using a short quiz performed immediately before and after the session. Results revealed that the session significantly improved the mean score on tests (6.97 ± 0.29 vs. 8.22 ± 0.19, P < 0.001). Student evaluation was collected in focus groups, and recurring concepts were extracted from the data. Students reported that the sessions helped to bridge the gap between theory and practice, which aided their learning. In addition, this teaching methodology (simulation) was reportedly patient centered and added to the realism of the simulated scenario, with students stating that this teaching improved their confidence with managing real patients and clinical uncertainty. Simulation has been used extensively to teach clinical skills; however, research regarding its potential for teaching biomedical science within a clinical context is limited. Our study shows that combining high-technology simulation and physiology teaching contributed to an immediate improvement in medical student knowledge and enhanced their ability to make connections between theoretical knowledge and the world of practice.

scholarly journals Informal Education Pedagogy Transcendence from the ‘Academy’ to Society in the Current and Post COVID Environment

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Ian David Jones ◽  
Geraldine Brady
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Professional Practice ◽  
Informal Education ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Primary Method ◽  
Social Pedagogy ◽  
Practice Approach

The purpose of this paper is to consider the following two notions; (1) that the use of ‘informal education pedagogies’ within teaching and learning in the ‘academy’ can both support the learning process within the ‘classroom’ but also transcend to society via students; and (2) that synergies exist between informal education and social pedagogical concepts. The discussions are situated from the perspective of an experienced practitioner and academic who is currently teaching youth related degree courses within a Higher Education Institution. This experiential learning has informed knowledge acquisition, understanding and skills application from professional practice to the teaching environment. An experiential learning perspective will be the primary method adopted; the value of this paper lies in its potential to re-affirm that degree courses which embed a ‘practice the practice’ approach in their teaching methodology support the embedding of core values of the said discipline. The paper argues that the ethically value-based principles and practice of informal education pedagogy, and social pedagogy, are relevant for the current and post COVID-19 pandemic environment.

scholarly journals A Hybrid Learning Approach for Subjects on Software Development of Automation Systems, Combining PBL, Gamification and Virtual Reality

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dênis Leite ◽  
Higor Santos ◽  
Ariane Rodrigues ◽  
Cléviton Monteiro ◽  
Alexandre Maciel
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Software Development ◽  
Professional Practice ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Automation Systems ◽  
Hybrid Teaching

Despite the practical classes in laboratories and simulations, the traditional automation engineering teaching and learning process remains with little adherence to the reality professional. In this context, this research proposes a hybrid teaching and learning approach for subjects on software development of automation systems based on problems with virtual reality features and gamification strategies. Its main objective is to enhance the alignment between theory and practice, playfully and engagingly mirrored in the industry's need. The proposed approach was developed based on Design Science Research and evaluated in seven classes of an undergraduate subject from the perspective of students and industrial professionals. The results evidence the evolution of the approach over the time and the ability to promote the connection between theory and professional practice.

scholarly journals A Short Path Quantum Algorithm for Exact Optimization

Quantum ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 78 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. B. Hastings
Keyword(s):  
Hybrid Algorithm ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Quantum Algorithm ◽  
Low Energy ◽  
Weighted Sum ◽  
Natural Hybrid ◽  
Sum Of Products ◽  
Time Required ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Exact Optimization

We give a quantum algorithm to exactly solve certain problems in combinatorial optimization, including weighted MAX-2-SAT as well as problems where the objective function is a weighted sum of products of Ising variables, all terms of the same degree D; this problem is called weighted MAX-ED-LIN2. We require that the optimal solution be unique for odd D and doubly degenerate for even D; however, we expect that the algorithm still works without this condition and we show how to reduce to the case without this assumption at the cost of an additional overhead. While the time required is still exponential, the algorithm provably outperforms Grover's algorithm assuming a mild condition on the number of low energy states of the target Hamiltonian. The detailed analysis of the runtime dependence on a tradeoff between the number of such states and algorithm speed: fewer such states allows a greater speedup. This leads to a natural hybrid algorithm that finds either an exact or approximate solution.

scholarly journals Implementing Project-Based Learning (PBL) in Final Collection to Improve the Quality of Fashion Design Student

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Indarti Indarti
Keyword(s):  
Design Education ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Team Work ◽  
Fashion Design ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Soft Skill ◽  
Literature Searches ◽  
Student Motivations

Fashion design education is one of education that prepares students to work in fashion design field. Students research future fashion trends, sketch designs, select colors, fabrics and patterns, and give instructions on how to make the products they designed. Fashion design education not only nurture and develop student’s creative skills, it also teaches essential practical skills such as production techniques and material properties, to create a final product. According to this, new educational methods and strategies are needed in order engage students in the learning process and guarantee higher quality. Project-based learning (PBL) is example of educational approach that takes in account student-center learning. Project based learning (PBL) provides opportunities for students to build these qualities, as well as more deeply learn traditional academic content and understand how it applies to the real world. The methods of Literature review will apply in this research. Literature searches process through journal, proceeding and book. Literature searches are also undertaken most using computer and electronic databases. PBL methodology enhances students learning and improves students’ confident, technical skill, soft skill and prepare graduate for professional practice. The benefit of implementing PBL are increase team work skill and student motivations, articulation between theory and practice, inquiry and problem solving.

scholarly journals A Comparison of Three Ridesharing Cost Savings Allocation Schemes Based on the Number of Acceptable Shared Rides

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (21) ◽  
pp. 6931
Author(s):  
Fu-Shiung Hsieh
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Cost Saving ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Cost Savings ◽  
Research Community ◽  
Transportation Mode ◽  
Strong Incentive ◽  
Shared Mobility ◽  
Develop Theory ◽  
The Cost

Shared mobility based on cars refers to a transportation mode in which travelers/drivers share vehicles to reduce the cost of the journey, emissions, air pollution and parking demands. Cost savings provide a strong incentive for the shared mobility mode. As cost savings are due to cooperation of the stakeholders in shared mobility systems, they should be properly divided and allocated to relevant participants. Improper allocation of cost savings will lead to dissatisfaction of drivers/passengers and hinder acceptance of the shared mobility mode. In practice, several schemes based on proportional methods to allocate cost savings have been proposed in shared mobility systems. However, there is neither a guideline for selecting these proportional methods nor a comparative study on effectiveness of these proportional methods. Although shared mobility has attracted much attention in the research community, there is still a lack of study of the influence of cost saving allocation schemes on performance of shared mobility systems. Motivated by deficiencies of existing studies, this paper aims to compare three proportional cost savings allocation schemes by analyzing their performance in terms of the numbers of acceptable rides under different schemes. We focus on ridesharing based on cars in this study. The main contribution is to develop theory based on our analysis to characterize the performance under different schemes to provide a guideline for selecting these proportional methods. The theory developed is verified by conducting experiments based on real geographical data.

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