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Hohman, Melinda; Pierce, Paloma; Barnett, Elizabeth – Journal of Social Work Education, 2015
Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based communication method to assist clients in resolving their ambivalence regarding change. With a school emphasis on evidence-based practice and learning outcomes, a social work department implemented a semester-long course on MI. The purpose of this study was to determine baseline skills and…
Descriptors: Evidence, Best Practices, Skill Development, Communication Strategies
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Wheeling, Barbara M.; Miller, Donald S.; Slocombe, Thomas E. – Journal of Education for Business, 2015
The purpose of this research was to document the extent to which Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)-accredited business schools have implemented strategies to improve students' ability to achieve program learning objectives. Assessment of academic programs is increasingly important at AACSB schools. Compliance with…
Descriptors: Program Implementation, Improvement Programs, Academic Ability, Behavioral Objectives
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Figaredo, Daniel Domínguez; Miravalles, Paz Trillo – Open Praxis, 2014
As a result of the increasing use of mobile devices in education, new approaches to define the learning competences in the field of digitally mediated learning have emerged. This paper examines these approaches, using data obtained from empirical research with a group of Spanish university students. The analysis is focused on the experiences of…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Nonformal Education, Conventional Instruction, Handheld Devices
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Youens, Bernadette; Gordon, Jules; Newton, Len – School Science Review, 2014
Practical work has a long history in science education in the UK. This article explores how the influences of curriculum and assessment policy have shaped practical work over recent years. We argue that, together with changes in teacher training programmes, these influences have weakened science teachers' capacity to meet the challenge of calls…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Novices, Beginning Teachers, Educational Practices
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Obidike, Ngozi Diwunma – African Higher Education Review, 2012
Many children today are exposed to acts of violence on television in their communities, and sometimes within their families. Although the violence is frightening and puts children in dangers, some children become accustomed to high levels of violence in their surroundings. These violent habits acquired become a way of life of these children in…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Early Childhood Education, Educational Needs, Skill Analysis
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Zachariah, Wanzare O. – Educational Research and Reviews, 2013
In recent years, instructional supervision has been given a great deal of attention in teacher education professional literature. However, few reported studies have specifically focused on desired qualities of instructional supervisors, especially in Third World countries. This paper reports the perceptions of teachers, headteachers and senior…
Descriptors: Teacher Supervision, Instructional Leadership, Supervisor Qualifications, Secondary Education
Cho, Paulina – ProQuest LLC, 2012
The purpose of this case study was to generate new knowledge to learn about programs and practices that promote the acquisition of 21st century skills at a school. The study identified programs, pedagogical methods, and instructional practices of Charles Summon Elementary School that have contributed to the school's ability to prepare its…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Skill Development, Skill Analysis, Educational Needs
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Bruce, Jacklyn A.; Webster, Nicole S.; Sinasky, Megan E. – Journal of Leadership Education, 2006
This quantitative study was completed in order to gather initial data on the leadership practices currently being employed by county level 4-H educators in a northeast state. A survey instrument including the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ), the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI), and a demographics questionnaire, was sent to all…
Descriptors: Youth Programs, Statistical Analysis, Leadership Styles, Extension Agents