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Comparing the self-efficacy and writing-related abilities of native and non-native English-speaking students

open access: yesCogent Education, 2016
The internationalisation of higher education generates several issues related to quality, uniformity of subjects taught across campuses and the role of differences in English-speaking ability, which may affect student learning and skills development ...
Gerry Rayner   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Experimenting With Academic ESL: An ESL/Sociology Link

open access: yesEnglish Language Teaching, 2018
To improve academic ESL, a community college has been experimenting with linking an ESL class to a Sociology class. The primary goal was to use the methodology of Content Based Instruction to develop a curriculum that would promote academic vocabulary acquisition, critical thinking, and authentic communication in a sheltered environment.
openaire   +2 more sources

Characteristics Associated With Persistent Long COVID Symptoms in Healthcare Personnel Infected With SARS‐CoV‐2 Between August 2022 and May 2024: A Multicenter Cohort Analysis of US Healthcare Personnel

open access: yesAmerican Journal of Industrial Medicine, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Long COVID affects a significant proportion of COVID‐19 survivors. This study examined persistent Long COVID symptoms among healthcare personnel (HCP) and evaluated associations with vaccination, prior SARS‐CoV‐2 infection, underlying health conditions, and demographics.
Eric Kontowicz   +13 more
wiley   +1 more source

Teachers’ Perceptions of Open Educational Resources: The Case of Open Resources for English Language Teaching (ORELT) in Kenya

open access: yesJournal of Learning for Development, 2021
The use of Open Educational Resources (OERs) in the teaching and learning of various subjects is a relatively new innovation in the Kenyan school system.
Daniel Ochieng Orwenjo   +1 more
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Code-Switching in English as a Second Language (ESL) Classroom Settings: A Strategy or a Problem?

open access: yesAsatiza, 2023
Code-switching, or switching from one language to another, is common in many bilingual and multilingual classrooms. Nonetheless, there have been opposing perspectives on its application in the classroom. While some studies argue that the presence of code-
Nur Anisah, Nasrullah Nasrullah
doaj   +1 more source

Cooperative learning strategies to raise attainment in mathematics with pupils aged 11–16 years: A systematic literature review

open access: yesBritish Educational Research Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Cooperative learning is a widely adopted teaching method to improve academic achievement. This review synthesises existing research on the use of cooperative learning within a school setting for pupils aged 11–16 years. Such a review has not been undertaken to date and will present an evidence base for educators considering implementation ...
Patricia Hampson   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

A meta-learning method with reduced data requirements for training and updating deep learning models on wearable devices

open access: yesCommunications Medicine
Background Wearable systems provide continuous health monitoring and can lead to early detection of potential health issues. However, the lifecycle of wearable systems faces several challenges.
Alireza Amirshahi   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

THE USE OF ICT IN ESL CLASSROOMS IN MANIPUR

open access: yesSocial Sciences, Humanities and Education Journal, 2021
The use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education has increased manifold in the present times. The role and use of ICT as a tool for English Language Teaching (ELT) is increasingly explored by educators as they assist in creating ...
Rosy Yumnam
doaj   +1 more source

An ESL Motivations Assessment for a Community-Based ESL Program

open access: yesTESL Canada Journal, 1990
This paper concerns an ESL motivations assessment of adult Chinese learners at Chinese Information and Community Services (CICS). 512 ESL learners participated in the survey. The findings of the survey are as follows: (I) The motives of adult Chinese immigrants attending ESL classes include linguistic needs, basic skills, cultural awareness, social ...
openaire   +2 more sources

Supporting the Shift: Professional Development for Alternative Grading Practices

open access: yesNew Directions for Community Colleges, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Alternative grading (e.g., contract grading, ungrading, specifications grading) practices have emerged as a promising approach to enhance student success, improve students’ sense of belonging, and make higher education more accessible. This study explores the challenges faced by community college faculty when implementing alternative grading ...
Breana Bayraktar, J. Indigo Eriksen
wiley   +1 more source

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