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Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractTowards Constructivist Teacher Professional DevelopmentV. J. Pitsoe, W. M. MailaProblem statement: In recent years, much has been written about constructivist learning theories and their applications to outcomes-based teaching and learning environments in South Africa. Approach: Little, if any, has been said about the implications of these ideas and practices for teacher professional development and teacher education. The introduction of the National Curriculum Statement (NCS) Policy requires teachers to acquire … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 3 · 26 Mar 2012 · 9,508 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractContact with Nature and Children’s Wellbeing in Educational SettingsGiuseppe Carrus, Sabine Pirchio, Ylenia Passiatore et al.Problem statement: The study explores the role of the spatial-physical features of the environment for the functioning of educational institutions. Previous research in the field of environmental psychology showed how physical characteristics of learning environments might be linked to positive or negative outcomes in terms of learning attitudes and behaviors. In particular, there is consistent empirical evidence showing that contact … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 3 · 26 Mar 2012 · 14,396 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractThe Adult Educator of Immigrants as an Intercultural ConsultantAthina A. Sipitanou, Alexandra S. FoukidouProblem statement: Inspired by this multi-cultural situation in Greece and the need of immigrants for participation in adult education, this article examines an aspect of the Adult Educator who has to develop intercultural techniques in the frame of his role in order to become an Intercultural consultant. Therefore the aim of this study is to examine specific characteristics that define … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 2 · 5 Mar 2012 · 8,697 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractDemotivating Factors for English Language Learning Among University StudentsReyhaneh Ghadirzadeh, Fariba Pourabolfathe Hashtroudi, Omid ShokriProblem statement: Demotivation is a relatively new issue in the field of second/foreign Language (L2) learning motivation. Recognizing and removing barriers can have a marked effect on motivation and attention to learning in general and ESL/EFL learning in particular. Demotivating factors are essential factors which negatively influence the learner’s attitudes and behaviors and hence lead to undesired learning outcomes. The … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 2 · 21 Feb 2012 · 11,929 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractA Study of Relationship Marketing on Customer SatisfactionSheng Chung LoProblem statement: Developing a sound knowledge on the customers’ necessities and preferences and producing accordingly the companies can lower the chances of losing customers as well as remove negative attitude towards foreign attitudes towards foreign brands. Approach: The research works of different authors have been analysed for performing present a research work on this topic. The study compiles many research … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 1 · 30 Jan 2012 · 10,340 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractGender, Religion and National Origin: Latinos' Attitude toward Capital PunishmentEllen BaikProblem statement: Previous studies on attitudes toward capital punishment are heavily focused on comparisons between blacks and whites with little attention to the Latino population. This is problematic given the rapid growth of Latino population who is now the largest and fastest-growing ethnic minority in the United States. Approach: Empirical studies devoted exclusively to studying Latinos’ attitude toward capital punishment … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 1 · 26 Jan 2012 · 7,941 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractRisk Factors to Alcohol Law Violations in the Community: Quasi-Experimental StudyWuttiphong Phakdeekul, Pramote Thongkrajai, Peem Eiamprapai, Manop KanatoProblem statement: Alcohol-related health problems such as chronic and acute diseases, accidents/injuries and social problems are well recognized. Although many countries including Thailand enact laws to control alcohol problems, missing data in Thailand cannot reveal efficacy of law enforcement and compliance with the public. The aim of this study was to investigate the proportion of Thai people violating alcohol laws … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 12 · 22 Oct 2011 · 7,236 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractIntegrating Life Cycle Assessment and Other Tools for Ex Ante Integrated Sustainability Assessment in the Minerals IndustryDeborah J Shields, Gian Andrea Blengini, Slavko V. SolarProblem statement: The minerals industry is faced with choices beginning in the exploration phase and extending over the life cycle of mine. Firms examine the technical feasibility of alternative actions and typically rank them based on economic performance. Increasingly firms also consider alternatives' contribution to sustainable development. Approach: Sustainable decision making before investment (ex ante decisions) should incorporate a broad … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 11 · 10 Oct 2011 · 7,894 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractGreen Chemistry: Educating Prospective Science Teachers in Education for Sustainable Development at School of Educational Studies, USMMageswary Karpudewan, Zurida Hj Ismail, Norita MohamedProblem statement: Agenda 21 of Chapter 36 spelled out the role of education in imparting knowledge that could develop behavioral change that leads to sustainable lifestyle. In line with this, University Sains Malaysia has embarked on various projects and activities in educating and preparing the campus community towards tomorrow’s sustainability. One of the strategies taken to address ESD is through … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 7, Issue 1 · 18 Dec 2010 · 9,394 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAssessing the Environmental Attitude among Pupil Teachers in Relation To Responsible Environmental Behavior: A Leap towards Sustainable DevelopmentSudeshna LahiriProblem statement: Recognizing the importance of ’Environmental Education’ to be introduced in every level of school education, agencies responsible for curriculum reforms and text books preparation in India have made the subject as an integral part. It is felt necessary to investigate whether the teachers, who are disseminating the knowledge, are equipped with environmental attitude and the behavior towards environment … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 7, Issue 1 · 18 Dec 2010 · 8,877 accessesView PDFCite