1. Attitudes of teachers towards the inclusion of children with special needs in primary and secondary schoolsMajda Schmidt, Ksenja Vrhovnik, 2015, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Many researchers emphasize teachers' attitudes as a decisive component in ensuring successful inclusion of students with special needs (SN students). The empirical research that is presented in the main part of this article analyzes the attitudes of primary and secondary teachers towards the inclusion of SN students with respect to the type of school, the teachers' age, the number of SN students in the class, and the teachers') acquired skills. A questionnaire was devised for the study, based on two previous questionnaires: the Questionnaire on Attitudes towards Integration and the Teacher Stress and Coping Questionnaire. The secondary teachers showed more positive attitudes towards SN students than did their primary colleagues, as well as towards teaching and adaptation with respect to the students' SN and towards the psychophysical strain related to such work. The youngest group of teachers, those aged from 20 to 30, shows a higher level of agreement related to the provision of adequate support. Teachers with fewer SN students in class (up to two students) show a higher degree of support for inclusion of SN students than do other groups of teachers. Teachers without training for work with SN students in comparison with their colleagues who had it show a lower level of agreement with respect to support and assistance at educational work with SN students. Ključne besede: defektologija, pristopi učiteljev, starost učiteljev, otroci s posebnimi potrebami, otroci z motnjami, integrirani otroci, socialna integracija, emocionalna integracija, motivacijska integracija, osnovne šole, srednje šole, defectology, teachers' attitudes, teachers' age, impaired children, integrated children, integration, social integration, emotional integration, motivational integration, primary schools, secondary schools Objavljeno v DKUM: 17.09.2024; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 1 Povezava na celotno besedilo |
2. Analysis of the inclusion of ecological topics in the curricula of Slovenian elementary and general grammar schoolsDejan Zemljak, Maja Kerneža, 2023, strokovni članek Opis: Learning and teaching are undergoing continuous transformations, encompassing not only changes in methods and approaches but also an increased emphasis on novel content. In recent decades, environmental education has gained significant importance. Therefore, we examined the extent to which ecological topics are incorporated into the curricula of Slovenian elementary schools and general grammar schools. A systematic analysis of the curricula of the majority of subjects was conducted, with a focus on the representation of ecological themes in primary and secondary education and the extent to which knowledge differs and complements between these educational levels. The findings indicate that the subject of ecology is addressed in most subjects at the elementary and secondary levels, albeit with certain variations. The content logically complements and builds upon each other throughout the observed educational continuum. Furthermore, suggestions for future research are provided. Ključne besede: curricula, ecology, elementary schools, inclusion, general grammar schools Objavljeno v DKUM: 09.05.2024; Ogledov: 181; Prenosov: 4 Povezava na datoteko |
3. Teachers’ impact on the implementation of human rights education in international Indian schools in KuwaitRadhika Lakshminarayanan, Suzana Košir, 2023, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: With globalization, the establishment of private international schools has increased, particularly in nations with large migrant populations. These schools are affiliated to accreditation bodies from their respective country of origin for curriculum and assessment, although they may also be subject to certain norms within host countries. effectuates the official curriculum defined by the accrediting institution into the actual curriculum within the classroom. Although this reflects on all courses taught, it has wider implications in the effectiveness of Human rights education (HRE). This paper investigates key factors that determine the effective implementation of HRE by teachers in international schools, using the case study of Indian schools in Kuwait. By developing the 3I model (Introduction, Interpretation, and Implementation), the researchers determined the causative linkages in the structure and effectiveness of school curriculum for HRE, measured with exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modelling. The results indicate that human rights are not adequately addressed in the official curriculum and the teachcomprehension of human rights influences the application of HRE in the actual curriculum, which may present scope for bias and subjectivity. Ključne besede: human rights, human rights education, international schools, Indian school curriculum, Kuwait Objavljeno v DKUM: 12.04.2024; Ogledov: 265; Prenosov: 18 Celotno besedilo (10,41 MB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
4. Study of different forms of peer violence in primary and secondary schools – a systematic literature reviewTeja Primc, Teja Lobnikar, Blažka Tratnik, Miha Dvojmoč, 2021, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: Purpose: The purpose of this article is to review the literature on peer violence in primary and secondary schools, and to present key findings of these studies. Design/Methods/Approach: The systematic literature review was performed in the Web of Science and Scopus databases, using the PRISMA method. Findings: A total of 81 articles were selected for the final review. The issue of bullying and cyberbullying is extensive and complex, yet there is still no single definition of this phenomenon. Traditional bullying in primary schools reaches up to 76%, while the prevalence of cyberbullying varies below 10%. The perpetrators are more often boys, while girls are often in the role of victims. Violence is more common in younger children. Risk factors for exposure to violence include belonging to an ethnic minority and the lower economic class. Well-developed emotional intelligence is highlighted as a protective factor. There is more cyberbullying in secondary schools (67%), while traditional bullying is as high as 97%. Male students are more often perpetrators, while female students are more often victims. Students with low self-esteem, members of ethnic minorities and lower economic classes are more exposed to violence. Risk factors for causing violence include a previous history of violence, substance abuse, bad associations, and a poor family environment. Research Limitations/Implications: The findings of the article provide a starting point for the compilation of a comprehensive plan for researching the phenomenon of peer violence in primary and secondary schools in Slovenia, and serve as a basis for the development and implementation of a programme for establishing a safe educational environment. Originality/Value: The article is the starting point for an empirical study that will address peer violence in primary and secondary schools in Slovenia. Ključne besede: bullying, cyberbullying, peer violence, primary schools, secondary schools Objavljeno v DKUM: 26.01.2022; Ogledov: 732; Prenosov: 37 Povezava na datoteko Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
5. The organisational and personnel aspects of introducing ICT into grammar schoolsSrečo Zakrajšek, 2009, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This article presents the results of comparisons between investment into ICT and the current state of equipment in Slovenian high schools compared to similar schools in the EU member states. Extensive research is based on surveying and interviews with the headmasters of 10 Slovenian high schools, jointly representing a typical sample of schools, as well as the different aspects of using ICT in their schools. The research results have shown that Slovenian high schools are substantially worse equipped with ICT than similar schools in the developed countries of the EU. This is evident in the lack of modern forms of organization, operation and education based on ICT. Slovenian high schools can only modernize their organization and operations if the Slovenian government starts investing substantially more into purchasing equipment, teacher training and the promotion of the knowledge, skills and competences that can only be developed using ICT. Ključne besede: ICT, education, high school, schools equipment Objavljeno v DKUM: 22.01.2018; Ogledov: 1315; Prenosov: 345 Celotno besedilo (1,11 MB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
6. Discussions on school reform - a long way to the unification of schools for 10 to 14-year-oldsRenate Seebauer, 2009, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: The beginning of the article presents a retrospect of the discussion of unifying schools in Austria with arguments for and against them. In the 2008/09 school year a few selected Austrian regions started experimental school models in an attempt to unify their school system at the level of ten to fourteen-year-old pupils. More schools will start similar experiments a year later. Particularism — mainly politically motivated — has become evident: Nine regions, nine concepts. The fact that a new school organization will need teachers that have been educated in line with the new pedagogical concepts has been discussed sporadically. It remains neglected, however, in the overall concept of educational reform — at least in current public discussions. Ključne besede: school reform in Austria, unified schools, higher level, school for ten
to fourteen-year-old pupils, school reforms, school policy, Austria Objavljeno v DKUM: 21.09.2017; Ogledov: 1088; Prenosov: 107 Celotno besedilo (976,84 KB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
7. Coordination of school science classroom furnishings with anthropometric parameters for 11-12 year-old childrenNataša Rizman Herga, Samo Fošnarič, 2017, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: The aim of the research was to explore the size suitability of school furnishings with the help of anthropometric measurements established on 11-12 year-old pupils. These pupils who have switched from single classroom teaching to teaching by subject and have lessons in specialized classrooms that are designed for a specific school subject. We were interested in the discrepancies between pupils' anthropometric dimensions and the size of school furniture in science classrooms. The study included 192 pupils (N=192) in the 6th and 7th grades of primary schools in North-Eastern Slovenia. Readings were made of the pupils' anthropometric dimensions, including stature, popliteal height, buttock-popliteal length, elbow height sitting, thigh thickness, subscapular height and hip width. Measurements of the school furniture showed that the dimensions of desks designed according to ISO 5970 correspond to a size 6 (for those between 173 and 184 cm tall). Results of the anthropometric measurements have shown that 6th grade pupils are on average 152 cm tall, 7th grade pupils 160 cm. The research thus indicated a serious mismatch between school furnishings and the anthropometric dimensions, an issue which can have serious consequences for pupils' development. Ključne besede: interiors, school furniture, anthropometry, science, primary schools Objavljeno v DKUM: 21.09.2017; Ogledov: 1244; Prenosov: 107 Celotno besedilo (745,72 KB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
8. Opportunity makes the cheater: high school students and academic dishonestyAndrej Šorgo, Marija Vavdi, Urška Cigler, Marko Kralj, 2015, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: The purpose of this study was to reveal data about cheating behaviours in Slovenian upper secondary schools, to raise awareness and to lower tolerance for such behaviour. To acquire information about demographics, cheating behaviour, and opinions on such behaviour, we compiled a questionnaire that targeted a university population of first-year students (N=323). From the results, it was revealed that cheating is a way of life in Slovenian schools, and almost all students at least occasionally indulge in some academic misbehaviour. It seems that a culture tolerant or even supportive of such behaviour has been established among students, parents and teachers, all working together to “help” students climb the ladder of success. The open question is whether all kinds of cheating are even recognized as such. Cheating is most common in homework, but at the other end, even systems such as external exams are not immune to fraud. At the moment, classic methods of cheating dominate. Differences between characters (e.g. gender) and educational institutions in most cases are non-existent or small, a finding that could aid in establishing measures to prevent cheating inside schools as institutions. Ključne besede: cheating, academic dishonesty, students, secondary schools, Slovenia Objavljeno v DKUM: 13.07.2017; Ogledov: 1232; Prenosov: 193 Celotno besedilo (210,84 KB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
9. Preference for visual motifs in first grades of primary schoolMatjaž Duh, Jerneja Herzog, Špela Ros, 2013, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: A visual motif is an important component of an art project and is the thing initially detected in the visual art. A suitable introduction into visual motifs is provided by art education classes. A teacher can enable a successful execution of an art project to a pupil, only with a detailed introduction into visual motifs. These are not defined with the curriculum; instead, they are freely chosen by the teacher himself. The motifs should be more unusual, out of the ordinary, colourful and original. With the right approach and the selection of artworks, the teacher can develop artistic creativity in his pupils. At the same time, pupils can develop the ability for observation, critical analysis and evaluation of visual art. In this article, a study is presented, whose purpose was to examine the preferences for visual motifs by gender and stratum of pupils on 4th level of primary school. The findings show the differences are more commonly reflected through gender, and less through stratum from which the pupils originate. Ključne besede: education, visual art, art motifs, primary schools Objavljeno v DKUM: 06.07.2017; Ogledov: 1375; Prenosov: 401 Celotno besedilo (561,58 KB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |
10. Art expression of identical twinsMatjaž Duh, Lucija Gosak, 2012, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: The presented research discusses art expression of identical twins in different art fields: drawing, painting and sculpting. The research sample included two elementary school boys of age 12. With the help of a case study we observed, analyzed and studied artworks of these two identical twins. We established that the artistic expression of identical twins is similar at drawing and painting. At sculpting, the final artworks visually differ, but the boys used similar art and design strategies. Ključne besede: art education, identical twins, artistic creativity, primary schools Objavljeno v DKUM: 06.07.2017; Ogledov: 1463; Prenosov: 357 Celotno besedilo (1,41 MB) Gradivo ima več datotek! Več... |