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Lifelong learning : Formal, non-formal and informal learning in the context of the use of problem-solving skills in technology rich environments
2019
The evolving technological landscape in the digital era has a crucial influence on lifelong learning and the demand for problem‐solving skills. In this paper, we identify associations between formal, non‐formal and informal learning with sufficient problem‐solving skills in technology‐rich environments (TRE). We focus on adults' problem‐solving skills in TRE as a novel approach to investigate formal, non‐formal and informal learning based on data from the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies. This programme measured 16–64‐year‐old adults' proficiency in problem‐solving skills in TRE. The total sample size was 61 654 individuals from 13 European countries. Our res…
Challenges and Opportunities of English Grammar Acquisition by Distance at the Tertiary Level
2021
Distance learning introduced in almost all educational establishments in spring 2020 has raised interest among researchers how to deal with it in a more productive way. Thus, the goal of the research was to find out undergraduates’ views on distance learning of English grammar and the use of online revision materials in developing students’ independent study skills at a tertiary institution in Latvia. the research tool was a questionnaire consisting of open-ended and closed questions. Twenty-three students answered the survey questions. the research results indicate that studying by distance is preferred because it allows the students to choose the study time and place, to develop their tim…
Vienaudžu atgriezeniskās saites izmantošana lietišķās sarakstes mācīšanā augstskolā
2018
Tā kā rakstu valodas pilnveide ir aktuāla tēma augstskolā, bija svarīgi uzzināt par vienaudžu atgriezeniskās saites īstenošanas efektivitāti darījumu vēstuļu apguvē. Uzmanība tika pievērsta lietišķai sarakstei angļu valodā, jo šim žanram ir svarīga loma cilvēku profesionālajā un ikdienas dzīvē. Lai sasniegtu izvirzīto mērķi, gadījuma izpēte tika izmantota kā galvenā pētniecības metode. Pētniecības dati tika iegūti ar pirms- un pēcaptaujām, pirms- un pēctestiem, ieskaitot kvalitatīvo un kvantitatīvo paraugu analīzes. Pētījumā piedalījās divdesmit četri pilna laika trešā semestra bakalaura studiju programmas studenti, kuri mācās angļu filoloģiju kādā universitātē Latvijā. Pētījuma rezultāti a…
The role of age and digital competence on the use of online health and social care services: A cross-sectional population-based survey
2022
Objective Online health and social care services are getting widespread which increases the risk that less advantaged groups may not be able to access these services resulting in digital exclusion. We examined the combined effects of age and digital competence on the use of online health and social care services. Methods We used a large representative population-based sample of 4495 respondents from Finland. Paper-based self-assessment questionnaire with an online response option was mailed to participants. The associations were analyzed using survey weighted logistic regression, exploring potential non-linear effects of age and controlling for potential sex differences. Results Higher age,…
Matemātikas mācību grāmatas Zahlenbuch 4 iespējas studentu komunikācijas prasmju attīstībā
2022
Globalizācija, cita starpā, ir likusi mūsu pasaulei kļūt arvien nestabilākai un padarīt nākotni grūti prognozējamu. Tādējādi daudzas organizācijas un pētnieki aicina pielāgot izglītību, lai labāk sagatavotu skolēnus nākotnei, attīstot 21. gadsimta prasmes. Viena no svarīgākajām prasmēm, kuras izglītojamie attīsta, ir komunikācijas prasmes. Ņemot vērā, ka prasmes jāattīsta visos mācību priekšmetos, šī pētījuma mērķis ir noskaidrot, cik lielā mērā matemātikas mācību grāmata Zahlenbuch 4 sniedz skolēniem iespējas attīstīt komunikācijas prasmes.
E-Sports y brecha de género: la percepción de las profesionales españolas
2019
The present paper aims to identify the causes of under-representation of women in E-sports. According to a genre perspective, interest in videogames at the amateur level is quite similar. However, in its professional level, female participation becomes very limited. The fact that physical effort is irrelevant (a requirement for ?traditional sports?) could be considered a variable that would negatively affect greater to equality in the conditions of access and participation of women in electronic sports. Against any predictions, the data on the presence of women are elocuent: few women, with much lower wages than men to remunerate same skills, and a general complaint by the female profession…
Saskarsme ar mājdzīvniekiem kā 1,5 - 3 gadus vecu bērnu sociālo prasmju veicinātāja pirmsskolas iestādē
2021
Diplomdarba tēma ir “Saskarsme ar mājdzīvniekiem kā 1,5 - 3 gadus vecu bērnu sociālo prasmju veicinātāja pirmsskolas iestādē”. Diplomdarba mērķis ir pētīt 1,5 - 3 gadus vecu bērnu sociālo prasmju veicināšanas iespējas pirmsskolas izglītības iestādē saskarsmē ar mājdzīvniekiem. Diplomdarba teorētiskajā daļā pētīta un analizēta teorētiskā literatūra par socializāciju un sociālo prasmju attīstību, kā arī literatūra par saskarsmi ar mājdzīvniekiem ģimenē un bērna dzīvē. Diplomdarba praktiskajā daļā veikta intervija ar kanisterapeiti un veiktas aptaujas pirmsskolas programmas 1. posma pedagogiem, kā arī 1,5 līdz 3 gadus vecu bērnu vecākiem. Balstoties uz intervijā grūto informāciju un aptauju re…
Drivers’ experiences during floods: Investigating the psychological influences underpinning decisions to avoid driving through floodwater
2018
Abstract A major risk factor for many flood-related drownings is driving through floodwater. We aimed to understand Australian drivers’ experiences and beliefs with respect to avoid driving through floodwater using the theory of planned behaviour as a framework. Study 1 (N = 23) used a qualitative design to gain an in-depth understanding of individuals’ experiences with driving through floodwater. Study 2 (N = 157) used a survey-based design to identify the factors related to this behaviour including knowledge, beliefs, and social-cognitive factors. In Study 1, drivers identified a range of advantages (e.g., didn’t damage car), disadvantages (e.g., inconvenient, but not so terrible), barrie…
Social pedagogue skills communication and therapy
2014
The article concerns the role of communication skills needed in the work of the social pedagog. The authors depict how important are social skills, especially those related to communication, pedagogs’ and therapists’ work. The paper presents different concepts and views on the preparation and aptitudes they should have social pedagogs. Later in the article the authors describe some therapeutic skills such as: the skill of reacting, solicitude and acceptance, empathic understanding, the skill of observation, the skill of listening ora the skill of speaking, which are important in work.
"Kids' skills" program and its use in educational and therapeutic work with children in foster families
2018
The paper deals with the issue of foster care as a form of substitute family care in the Czech Republic. In the introduction, the author draws attention to the changes in numbers of children placed in institutions providing institutional care after the amendment o f the Act on Social and Legał Protection of Children No. 401/2012 Coli., with subsequent amendments. The author also describes the institution of foster care for the transitional period and the process of preparing families for the admission of a new member. In this context, the „Kids’ Skills” method is an effective way to work creatively and playfully, with the focus on cooperation. This method was developed by Finnish therapists…