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- Egonsdotter, Gunilla, 1962-, et al.
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Computer Based Simulations in Social Work Education : A Progress Report from a Project on Assessments of Children in Risk
- 2012
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In: INTED2012: INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY, EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE. - : IATED-INT ASSOC TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION A& DEVELOPMENT. - 9788461555635 ; , s. 3100-3105
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- One of the major challenges involved in social work education is how to create realistic environments in which students can practice necessary skills without risking the welfare of clients. Different types of simulations, such as case-based learning and role-play, have been used for many years to enable students to gain a deeper understanding of the processes and challenges involved in professional social work. However, the possibility of using computer-based simulations has not yet been explored in any depth. This study will present an on-going project that aims to create a computer based simulation through which students can gain a more realistic understanding of social workers' assessments of families and children at risk. ICT applications are often employed in this type of assessment today. In spite of attempts to use these methods to achieve a better structure and organization of family and child assessments, European research indicates that large discrepancies remain between assessments made by different social workers. The aim of our development project for social work training is to create a computer based simulation that will give students greater understanding of the assessment process and the tools available, as well as encouraging them to make a critical appraisal of the different phases of an assessment.
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- Fakhrai, Reza, et al.
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Utilization Of Numerical Methods In Context Of Learning Process Enhancement For Mutli-Disciplinary Field Of Science
- 2012
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In: INTED2012 Proceedings. - : Iated. - 9788461555635 ; , s. 6138-6143
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Computerized simulation technique is a fundamental component of the higher education and is a vital mechanism, utilized in phenomena-graphic studies in science. The system offers recreation of an alternative reality in front of scientist's eyes, giving an insight into the biggest and smallest scales (astronomy to nanotechnology) yet cannot be comprehended otherwise. Currently the tool is utilized in research and taught one on one. The progress in computational technology and the advent of commercial codes equipped with user-friendly interface have facilities the introduction of computational fluid dynamic in undergraduate education promoting critique of various learning opportunities through visualization technique. Nevertheless the outcomes of each study is highly influenced by the ideas, approaches, knowledge in phenomena, mathematical rules and measures, computer science, cads, post processing and interpretation of the results. The user of such system acts as the facilitator and liaison between the real and virtual phenomena. The user should own the proper education, experience, emphasizing the relevance of the teaching strategy; understanding the key mechanisms in learning process. Unlocking the full power of computational fluid dynamic, some critical topics in educational area need to be addressed. One is to identify the learning process, approaches and methodology. One task with three different definitions was given to groups and the data regarding the learning process, strategies for solving the problem adapted by students for, engagements of the participants in work was monitored. The data were gathered through a net based learning tool. The progress of the groups were scrutinized weekly, aiming at directing the group in pre-define learning scope. This work is based on instructional design and andragogically approach. It offers an elaboration on the mechanism of learning process and is premeditated in context of prescribed framework. The results indicated the prominence of student sensitive and constructive learning process and the advantages of using a preferred framework in guiding the students in pertinent context (area) particularly incorporation of constructivist principles that may lead to enhance learner's learning experience. In addition, the conclusions of this study similarly illuminate the vast potentials of computational fluid dynamic for research, evaluation and educational purposes.
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- Hallberg, David, 1978-, et al.
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The role of telemedicine in resource-poor environments to enhance reproductive health
- 2012
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In: INTED 2012 Proceedings. - : International Association for Technology, Education and Development. - 9788461555635 ; , s. 4877-4885
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The purpose of the study is to contribute to health and, quality of life, and lifelong learning that would enlighten adolescents and parents safely handle sexual behaviour . A part from secondary sources, the material to a larger degree is supported by field notes, observations, interviews, and conversations. Proper infrastructure is required to introduce a telemedicine system and the Government’s intervention in investment decisions would be highly appreciated. Having a local health care provider for assistance might help to resolve many problems that the patients face.
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- Petrov, Miroslav, 1971-, et al.
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Educating the Energy Engineers of Tomorrow : challenges of internationalisation and knowledge interchange
- 2012
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In: INTED2012 Proceedings CD. - : IATED. - 9788461555635 ; , s. Paper ID: 2026-
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper summarises the authors’ own teaching experiences from two large MSc-level courses taught as part of several international Master programmes related to Sustainable Energy Engineering, organized by the Department of Energy Technology at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Stockholm, Sweden. Some important hinders and obstacles to effective learning are presented and discussed, addressing especially certain challenges for the students and their effect on student performance. Observations have been made throughout several years of increasing demand for energy- and sustainability-related knowledge by ever larger student groups. The growing number of international students and the fact that many students are aiming at expanding their abilities by specialising in energy engineering without having the necessary background, as well as the fact that many students following certain non-engineering programmes focusing on environmental or sustainability issues need nevertheless to study also purely engineering courses, brings many positive characteristics to the blended student team but also displays serious challenges to the practical optimisation of the learning activities, the intended learning outcomes, the speed of advancement in knowledge, and the general quality of education for such a diverse group of students.Possible improvements and augmentations of the learning activities with the goal of finding solutions to these challenges on both a programme level and course level are proposed and subjected to testing in recent student batches. The expected results in terms of improved student performance, and the plausible further extension of this work, are introduced and analysed.
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