International Journal of Innovative Research in Education

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Leila Mirzoeva
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 10, pp 01-10; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v10i1.6811

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In our research, we examined the development of complex problem-solving skills among 1st-year teachers training undergraduate students in engineering at Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania (N = 73). The research aimed to determine whether knowledge transfer works among students in interpreting life-like, specific problems. A worksheet was used as a measuring tool. In compiling it, we applied the concept that tasks include computer-transferable algorithms (such as cryptography process, parallel computing, and constraints), and their solution does not require any special IT knowledge, only structured and logical thinking. The research reports on the extent to which teacher training students have acquired knowledge and problem-solving strategies related to certain disciplines. The obtained data shed light on the fact that the lack of an interdisciplinary approach hinders the recognition of the connections between the different fields of education. Keywords: Computational thinking; problem-solving skills; Teaching education.
Mohammad Omar Al-Momani, Insaf George Alrabadi
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 212-230; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.7866

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With education's restrictions for centuries, it is no longer a service issue but a national security issue, and investment in people is linked to the development of the people’s productive, economic, and military capabilities, and the issue has become the preparation and rehabilitation of capable youth armed with science, knowledge, and technology. This study aims to identify the requirements for the application of total quality in the university education system in light of the information and technological revolution. The qualitative analytical descriptive approach was used, the limitations of which are limited to higher education institutions. The study concluded the need for a feasible and effective educational system, centered on the student through his interaction and active participation, in which computer technologies and information and communication technology represented in local networks and the global Internet play a promising role based on the concept and philosophy of total quality in education. Keywords: Information technology; technological revolution; total quality, university educational system.
Zafer Güney, Çiğdem Altikardeş, İsmail İpek, Yiğit Ege Güney
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 193-211; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8728

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It is known that the foundations of learning in the cultural and educational process are laid in the preschool period. In this period, children acquire information on many different subjects by interacting with their environment in every field. Suggestions, intuitions, and experiences lie in the formation of this knowledge. Children, who learn mainly through intuition, gain experiences thanks to the mutual symbolization they make with objects. In this process, they try to make sense of what they perceive according to their experiences. In this study, it was aimed to improve the mathematical skills of preschool children with the use of creative drama techniques, based on the strategies suggested in the instructional design model of Seels and Glasgow, and accordingly, the teaching processes were designed with sessions and activities that included two classroom processes and discussed within the scope of the literature. Keywords: Creative drama; game; instructional design (ID); mathematical skills.
Komaria Nurul, Suratno Suratno, Sudarti Sudarti, Dafik Dafik
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 184-192; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8581

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STEM approach in a research-based learning method that combines innovative research and learning. This research develop a research-based learning method based on STEM approach to improve students' metacognition skills in utilizing cascara fermentation with a magnetic field to produce health herbal teas. This research and development was employed the ADDIE research and development model that consisted of five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. In the analysis phase, interviews and observations were carried out based on the guidelines to identify the problems. The design of the product was then determined to be developed in the development stage, followed by the expert validation in the assessment stage to measure content validity and face validity. The implementation and evaluation stages produce the final product that was tried out to gain data of students’metacognition skills. The product developed in this research is regarded valid, effective and practical. Besides easy use, the product can serve as essential lecture material. Keyword: Research based learning, STEM approach, Metacognition Skill;
Iman H. Aljameel
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 142-155; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8460

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This study aims to conduct a literature review to explore the justification for including programming and coding in K–12 curricula. Additionally, it considers the value of teaching computational thinking and programming principles, pedagogical strategies, and the advantages and drawbacks of teaching programming to young students. Most studies acknowledge that programming courses effectively motivate and engage students and achieve learning objectives. However, research reveals that teachers lack the skills to teach programming, and even seasoned educators may find it challenging to develop and implement the necessary pedagogical strategies. Researchers recommend using frameworks based on sociocultural theories of learning, increased resources and training, student-centered instruction, and lowering teacher workload, which has led various nations to re-evaluate their curricula. Finally, the review concludes by suggesting the need for more research on how teaching and learning programming affects learning in other academic disciplines. Keywords: Computer education, computational thinking, pedagogical strategies, programming, K–12 curricula;
Ayş Enur Çayir, Samed Yenioğlu, Kübra Sayar, Nevin Güner-Yildiz
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 156-183; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8462

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One of the biggest issues in education today is classroom management, particularly in inclusive environments where students' demands are diverse. The literature suggests using management strategies and evidence-based approaches to manage classrooms effectively. This study aims to investigate how teachers implement evidence-based classroom management techniques in inclusive primary school settings. The data of the research were collected through an online questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. Within the parameters of the study, 103 participants who met the criteria for purposive sampling completed an online questionnaire, and 10 participants took part in semi-structured interviews. The results from the online questionnaire reveal that ‘clearly defining the classroom rules’ is the most often employed evidence-based classroom management technique by teachers. After a descriptive analysis of the data from the semi-structured views. Eleven themes and 35 sub-themes were identified. The findings were discussed and compared with the literature. Recommendations were presented. Keywords: Classroom management, evidence-based approach, inclusive education, integration, management strategies teacher behaviors;
Muneera Muftah
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 106-117; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8496

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Web-based language learning materials have been among the preferred materials to be used by English language instructors since they are plentiful, straightforwardly accessed, user-friendly, and most importantly, are provided for free. This study investigates the effects of learning the simple perfect tense translation in three different English translation classes which applied three different modes of teaching, which were the traditional face-to-face method, integrative method, and web-based learning method. Furthermore, it is aimed to examine the effects of proficiency level in each mode of teaching and also to determine the best method for learning translation. The research is a quantitative study and the design is a pre-and post-test quasi-experimental design. The pretest-posttest study involved 87, third-year undergraduate students, that is 52 advanced and 35 intermediate students. All groups were exposed to one mode of teaching only for 4 weeks. The results indicated that there is a significant difference in both tests for all modes used. Keywords: Web-based language learning, translation proficiency, traditional method, integrative method, web-based learning method;
Miloud Bekkar
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 132-141; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8499

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It is argued that the most critical moment in performing research work is the topic choice. This challenging step comes before undertaking any research work. Almost, the most common researcher’s anxiety that comes to his/her mind is about the success or on the contrary, the failure of the topic choice. This research aims to tackle the common challenges and difficulties while choosing one’s research problem. The study targets a group of postgraduate students of the English language Department at the University of Mascara. Around 25 subjects representing Master II 2021–2022 promotion participated in this study. The research tools include a questionnaire with students and a teacher’s experience in teaching Research Methodology Module at Mascara University. Most participants prefer the topics proposed by their future supervisors. Also, the study tempts to give recommendations for developing students’ research topics and titles. Keywords: Methodology, research work, students, topic choice;
Randa Saleh Jawarneh, Mohammad Omar Al-Momania
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 118-131; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8498

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The use of the Internet in the educational process is one of the factors that help to consolidate students’ knowledge and acquire new skills based on the exchange of experiences that take place via email or open group dialogues. The study aimed to identify the attitudes of physical education teachers in Jordan towards the use of the Internet in the teaching–learning process. The descriptive approach was used, in addition to the use of the questionnaire as a tool for the study. The data collection instrument was applied to the study sample of 328 teachers and educators in Jordan in the second academic year 2021–2022. After carrying out the necessary statistical treatment, the study concluded that there is a presence of positive attitudes among teachers towards the use of the Internet in the educational process. In addition, there is a disparity in the use of the Internet in the educational process among physical education teachers in Jordan. Keywords: Educational process, Internet, physical education, teachers;
Ado Abdu Bichi, Hindatu A. Bako
International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Volume 9, pp 98-105; https://doi.org/10.18844/ijire.v9i2.8160

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Economics as a subject is regarded as the bedrock of all management and social science-based disciplines. The persistently low level of students’ achievement in economics in senior secondary school examinations has become a thing of great concern to all stakeholders. This study examined students’ performance in the Senior Secondary School economics qualifying examination in Kano State and the influence of sex and schools' nature on their performances in economics. An ex-post facto design of descriptive research was adopted for the study. A proforma was used to collect data from a sample of 300 students, selected using a stratified random sampling procedure from the secondary schools in Kano State, Nigeria. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and an independent-sample t-test to test the hypotheses. Overall results showed that students performed above average and a significant gender difference exists in economics performance. Similarly, there is no significant difference in students’ performance with respect to the schools' nature (boarding and day schools). Keywords: Economics, examination, students’ performance, school nature
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