Results 111 to 120 of about 503,629 (306)

Academic Language in K-12: What Is It, How Is It Learned, and How Can We Measure It?

open access: yesBC TEAL Journal, 2016
Using Beck, McKeown and Kucan’s (2002) three-tiered model as a general framework for vocabulary, this article sheds light on the construct of academic vocabulary and how it might be measured.
Hetty Roessingh
doaj  

Beyond mammals: the evolution of chewing and other forms of oropharyngeal food processing in vertebrates

open access: yesBiological Reviews, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Oropharyngeal food processing exhibits a remarkable diversity among vertebrates, reflecting the evolution of specialised ‘processing centres’ associated with the mandibular, hyoid, and branchial arches. Although studies have detailed various food‐processing strategies and mechanisms across vertebrates, a coherent and comprehensive terminology ...
Daniel Schwarz   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Learning academic vocabulary with digital flashcards: Comparing the outcomes from computers and smartphones

open access: yesSocial Sciences and Humanities Open
This study systematically evaluates the comparative efficacy of digital flashcards on mobile and computer platforms versus traditional paper-based flashcards in augmenting academic vocabulary knowledge development among Iranian undergraduate university ...
Zahra Zarrati   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

A Correlation Between Learning Motivation and Vocabulary Mastery and Reading Competence [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
This research is aimed to find out: (1) whether there is any correlation between learning motivation and reading competence; (2) whether there is any correlation between vocabulary mastery and reading competence; and (3) whether there is any correlation ...
Fitriana, F. N. (Frida)   +2 more
core  

Can Hybrid Organisations Solve the Paradox of the Triple Bottom Line, and Does It Need Solving?

open access: yesBusiness Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study investigates how B Corp certification enables hybrid organisations to integrate competing institutional logics of market and social purpose. Through a two‐stage qualitative design combining cross‐sector interviews with B Corps and an in‐depth case study, with a total of 30 participants, we analyse how certification supports hybrid ...
Ruth Cherrington   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Improving Student\u27s Vocabulary Through Guessing Games Technique in Descriptive Text in Speaking [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
This research aimed at finding out whether the students\u27 vocabulary can be improved after the teaching and learning process using guessing games technique in descriptive text.
Ikhsanudin, I. (Ikhsanudin)   +2 more
core  

Institutional Entrepreneurship and Work for Enhanced Sustainability at the Base of the Pyramid

open access: yesBusiness Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Promoting sustainability at the base of the pyramid (BoP) often falls short of inclusive development due to informal and fragmented institutions, creating institutional voids. Although institutions are critical in BoP settings, there is limited clarity on how institutional mechanisms can address sustainability challenges in low‐income contexts
Nikolas K. Kelling   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Characteristics of quality teaching for students in New Zealand schools whose first language is not English [PDF]

open access: yes, 2005
The current paper draws on the findings of two recent research reports commissioned by the New Zealand Ministry of Education (Alton-Lee, 2003; Franken & McComish, 2003) in order to generate a synthesised statement of characteristics of quality ...
Franken, Margaret, McComish, Johanne
core   +1 more source

Are Ecosystems the Missing Link in Circular Transitions? Insights From a Comprehensive Literature Analysis

open access: yesBusiness Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Although recent literature on the circular economy (CE) has highlighted the important role of ecosystems, there is still limited understanding of the main themes that characterize circular ecosystems. This study addresses this gap by combining a comprehensive topic modeling analysis employing latent Dirichlet allocation (LDA) with a systematic
Aline Gabriela Ferrari   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Process Of Teaching Vocabulary To Mentally Retarded Students By Using Flashcards At SLB Negeri Colomadu In 2017/2018 Academic Year [PDF]

open access: yes, 2018
The study aims (1) to describe the teaching vocabulary process to mentally retarded students by using Flashcards at SLB Negeri Colomadu in 2017/2018 academic year especially (a) the material of teaching vocabulary, (b) the procedure of teaching ...
, Fitri Kurniawan, M. Res, Ed.,   +1 more
core  

Home - About - Disclaimer - Privacy