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Internet Addiction Research in the School of Vocational Studies: Evidence from Turkey
(Int Scientific Conference SGEM, 2008) Kurt, Dogus; Tekin, Abdulkadir; Yildirim, Osman
As a growing trend in the world, internet-based remote education both in governmental and private education institutes is getting popular in Turkey as it is to be all over the world. Internet-based education models give learners the chance to interact with the system. The aim of this research is to examine the relationship between personality and internet addiction of the students of Vocational school in a few of private University in Istanbul, Turkey. There is a significant correlation between the student personality which are depicted via adjective checklist and the student' internet addiction. Adjective Check List (ACL) items consist of adjectives which are words and/or phrases used for daily descriptions in Turkish Language. The scale composed of 25 items is examined for psychometric properties and internal consistency. In this research, Internet Addiction Inventory and ACL were conducted at the same time to a sample of 254 students of School of Vocational Studies. Internet addiction and personality correlates of ACL are of interest oil two counts. It is important to know what variables may be confounded with tendency of internet, usage.
Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Foreign Language Learning
(Int Scientific Conference Sgem, 2008) Tekin, Abdulkadir; Yildirim, Halil; Yildirim, Osman
The increasing number of recent researches indicates that emotional intelligence is more important than IQ in many fields. In literature, many quantitative findings indicate that there is a significant relationship between academic achievement and emotional intelligence skills. In other words, analysis indicates that emotional intelligence skills can serve as a indicator of academic achievement and effective learning. The main focus of this research is to discuss the relationship between emotional intelligence skills and academic achievement in foreign language and explore how their relationship may influence language learning. The sample data for this research is 372 School of Vocational Studies students in Istanbul. Thus, this research aimed at exploring the relationship between academic achievement (effective learning) and emotional intelligence skills. In the research, participants emotional intelligence was assessed by the Emotional Competence Inventory (ECI, 2nd Version) developed by Boyatzis and Goleman. According to the results, a strong relationship (r>0,40) was found between academic achievement and emotional intelligence skills.
Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Foreign Language Learning
(2008) Tekin, Abdulkadir; Yıldırım, Halil; Yıldırım, Osman
The increasing number of recent researches indicates that emotional intelligence is more important than IQ in many fields. In literature, many quantitative findings indicate that there is a significant relationship between academic achievement and emotional intelligence skills. In other words, analysis indicates that emotional intelligence skills can serve as a indicator of academic achievement and effective learning. The main focus of this research is to discuss the relationship between emotional intelligence skills and academic achievement in foreign language and explore how their relationship may influence language learning. The sample data for this research is 372 School of Vocational Studies students in Istanbul. Thus, this research aimed at exploring the relationship between academic achievement (effective learning) and emotional intelligence skills. In the research, participants emotional intelligence was assessed by the Emotional Competence Inventory (ECI, 2nd Version) developed by Boyatzis and Goleman. According to the results, a strong relationship (r>0,40) was found between academic achievement and emotional intelligence skills.
Citation - WoS: 1
The Basics of Filmscript Translation and Popular Practices in Turkey
(Selcuk Univ, 2009) Mencutekin, Mustafa
The mainstream cinema sector and its fundamental element, films, have certainly become one of the prominent cornerstones of the globalization that has mostly been a matter of argumentation in academical circles in terms of its extent to be a factual civilization advance. in parallel to globalization programmes, the releasing rate of the films in other countries apart from the counry where the films are produced in a certain native Ianguage, has dramatically increased over the recent years compared to the rates in the past. That is to say, the number of the films addressing merely to the audience of the particular country of the production, today, has been rather scarce, compared to the films that are screened all over the world and may be modified as "global films". This process, likewise, has increased the significance of "subtitling and its translation". As far as Turkey is concerned, which is an eminent market country of the global / international cinema sector, the technique and popular applications of subtitling and its translation present a situation being rather far away from international measures and standards.
Citation - WoS: 2
Citation - Scopus: 7
Art, Desire, and Death in Orhan Pamuk's My Name Is Red
(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2009) Lekesizalin, Ferma
Orhan Pamuk's 1998 novel, My Name is Red, features the field of art as torn with the ambiguities and the paradoxes of desire and the Ottoman miniaturist as tom with the dilemmas of East/West, reality/representation, tradition/innovation, and pleasure/pain. Except for the evident preoccupation with the differences of aesthetic concepts between the East and the West, My Name is Red further penetrates into the nature of representation and reality and explores the desire for perfection in art. Connected with the desire for immortality, the desire for perfection is projected onto the Western Other by the Ottoman artist and emerges as the unattainable object as well as the main drive for artistic creativity in the novel. In Pamuk's novel, art can be a pleasurable experience so far as it supports the fantasies of completeness and perfection and so far as it forecloses the realization of perfection which does not necessarily bring full satisfaction. The mysterious allure of art is rather consisted in its reproduction of desire as such.
Citation - WoS: 3
Citation - Scopus: 4
Colon Segmentation and Colonic Polyp Detection Using Cellular Neural Networks and Three-Dimensional Template Matching
(Wiley, 2009) Kilic, Niyazi; Ucan, Osman N.; Osman, Onur
In this study, an automatic three-dimensional computer-aided detection system for colonic polyps was developed. Computer-aided detection for computed tomography colonography aims at facilitating the detection of colonic polyps. First, the colon regions of whole computed tomography images were carefully segmented to reduce computational burden and prevent false positive detection. In this process, the colon regions were extracted by using a cellular neural network and then the regions of interest were determined. In order to improve the segmentation performance of the study, weights in the cellular neural network were calculated by three heuristic optimization techniques, namely genetic algorithm, differential evaluation and artificial immune system. Afterwards, a three-dimensional polyp template model was constructed to detect polyps on the segmented regions of interest. At the end of the template matching process, the volumes geometrically similar to the template were emhanced.
Citation - WoS: 6
Citation - Scopus: 5
Stress Analysis of Ceramic Insulation Coating on Cu/MgB2 Wires for W&R MgB2 Coils
(Elsevier Science SA, 2009) Arda, L.; Ataoğlu, S.; Abdulaliyev, Z.; Saçlı, Ömer Asım; Arda, L.; Ataoglu, S.; Abdulaliyev, Z.; Sacli, O. A.
Ceramic insulation coatings were produced on Cu/MgB2 wires, which were fabricated by Hyper Tech Research Inc., using Continuous Tube Forming and Filling (CTFF) process, from the solution of Zr, and Y based organometalic compounds, solvent and chelating agent using reel-to-reel sol-gel technique for MgB2 Coils. Y2O3-ZrO2/Cu/MgB2 wires were annealed at 700 degrees C for 30 min with 5.8 degrees C/min heating rate under 4% H-2-Ar gas flow. Residual stresses were examined for Cu/MgB2 wire and YSZ coatings with varying thicknesses. It was observed that displacement values are independent from YSZ thicknesses and the maximum effective stress value is in the Cu region. The surface morphologies and microstructure of samples were characterized using SEM. SEM micrographs of the insulation coatings revealed cracks, pinholes and mosaic structure. (C) 2008 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
The Future of Technology Based Education on Different Branches of Science: A Conceptual Basis for Educational Applications of Virtual Reality
(IATED-Int Assoc Technology Education & Development, 2010) Gulluoglu, Sabri Serkan
Many studies have shown that learner learns best when a variety of teaching methods are used, and that different learners respond best to different methods. To this end, computers are being used more and more as teaching tools, to provide learners with a wider variety of learning experiences. These approaches include multimedia presentations, computerized question-and-answer sessions, and some quite realistic simulations of situations too complex, costly, or hazardous to bring into the classroom. Virtual world is used in today's business environment for the education of employees for which it represents an excellent venue. In particular, virtual worlds environment (such as Second Life) have been used in business schools as an extension of the classroom. In some other cases virtual worlds have been used for creating business games. Since the growth of the Internet, employees have been able to learn and to follow online educations. This is a major breakthrough and helps to overcome problems such as distance, infrastructure or appointment. There are different methods in which this can be carried out: Video Conferencing is probably the most common tool. People can stay in their office to attend a live conference or a recorded meeting. This new way of education raises some questions: Is virtual education as effective as real educations? Does this method encourage people to learn? Using technologies can affect people's behaviors in many ways. First of all they can seem more interested in using virtual modes as a study method and because of this their learning satisfactions can be higher when compared to traditional classroom techniques. Despite the fact that people are not in a face to face meeting and thus are not creating social links, the efficiency is not really affected. Virtual education has a lot of advantages compared to the traditional classroom and meetings. Thanks to the rise of the Internet people can now interact with the information through a more user-friendly environment which allows them a greater level of involvement and creativity. In addition to the use of virtual education, VR can also provide useful tools. One of the widest uses of this technology is maybe the use of 3D environment to allow virtual visits. The concept is used by many companies and is usually divided into two purposes. The main use for a company is to provide a virtual preview of their tour. Moreover some public places allow free access to their facilities, thus allows people who cannot visit the location for real are due to personal constraints, and are able to visit virtually. This allows an easy access to knowledge and it becomes a real alternative to video or picture. Virtual education is not so different from usual education in terms of content. This paper addresses the application of VR as a new educational tool, designed to get learners more deeply immersed in the computer simulations, and to present educational experiences not possible using other methods. The main purpose of the study is to show used VR tools on different branches of science. This paper will be supported with many visual objects. Technology based education on different branches of science have been investigated with a questionarie in this study. VR tools in the design phase of the various branches of science will be explained with visual objects. As a result we can reply the question: How can VR Address Educational Objectives and Learning Styles?
Citation - WoS: 3
Citation - Scopus: 7
Hotel Employees' Beliefs on Unethical Behavior
(Emerald Group Publishing Ltd, 2010) Guler, Emel Gonenc; Yukselen, Cemal
Purpose - The purpose of this study is to explore the beliefs of employees who work in different positions in the hotels in Edirne, Turkey regarding unethical applications. Design/methodology/approach - The survey method was used to determine the hotel personnel's unethical behaviors in the process of the service operation in hotels. The questionnaire was mainly developed from a Varinli study which was applied to the employees' job-related ethics. Findings - The findings have been evaluated and analyzed using the SPSS 11.5. The mean value and the t-test were applied for the analysis. It was aimed to determine the beliefs of the hotel personnel's about unethical behaviors according to the 20 statements related to the topic. It was understood that the respondents significantly did not accept unethical behaviors that were scaled with 20 statements. Research limitations/implications - Some statements in the questionnaire were either changed or extended, considering all the hotels in Edirne. The questionnaire was applied in 15 hotels from 9-13 March in 2009 and excluded employees who were not on the premises during the process. After a week 160 valid questionnaires were either collected from or posted by those concerned. Practical implications - The research aims to investigate the job-related unethical beliefs of hotel employees. The housekeeping, food and beverage, and front-office departments are mainly studied from the perspecive of the unethical applications. Nevertheless, the answers represented only the personnel's ethical beliefs. Whether they would "actually perform in such a way'' in real life is difficult to verify. It is not possible to verify the employees' actual behavior compared with their answers in the questionnaire. Originality/value - The paper is based on a Varinli study which was applied to the employees' job-related ethics. In 2004 Varinli studied the hotel employees' beliefs regarding unethical applications in 3-and 4-star hotels in Capadocia.
Citation - WoS: 2
Citation - Scopus: 2
The Determination on the Effects of the Sewing Parameters to the Seam Strenght of the Tencel Fabrics
(2010) Çitoǧlu, F.; Onur, N.
The most important quality problems in garments of the ready-made industry is the seam strength. Beside the garment quality and its performances, the seam strength, slippage of the seam, seam pucker etc. are also various factors that may effect. in this study, 4 different tencel fabrics with 6 different sewing yarns were used for the different weights and structures of fabrics were tested for their seam strengths and elongations with using different types of sewing yarns and seam densities. The results were analysed by using the SPSS software programme. it was observed that Tencel fabric's with basic structure have shown higher seam strength than the rib fabrics. As the sewing yarns get coarser the seam strength in weft, warp and and diagonal direction increases. As the sewing yarn gets finer the seam strength decreases and the highest strength was observed on the diagonal direction and the least strength was obtained on the warp direction of the fabric. Also as the seam density increases the strength and elongation were increased.
Citation - WoS: 1
Citation - Scopus: 13
Overlapping Clusters Algorithm in Ad hoc Networks
(IEEE, 2010) Aydin, Nevin; Nait-Abdesselam, Farid; Pryyma, Volodymyr; Turgut, Damla
Clustering allows efficient data routing and multi-hop communication among the nodes. In this paper, we propose Overlapping Clusters Algorithm (OCA) for mobile ad hoc networks. The goal of OCA is to achieve network reliability and load balancing. The algorithm consists of two discrete phases. The start-up phase takes battery and bandwidth capacity, transmission range, density, mobility, and buffer occupancy as input parameters to perform initial clustering for the entire network. The maintenance phase monitors the status of the network and keeps the network topology updated through local and global re-clustering. We compare the performance of OCA with Lowest ID, Highest Degree, WCA, and LCC algorithms in YAES simulator. The simulation results show that OCA outperforms all the compared algorithms in terms of network reliability and load distribution. The average numbers of global re-clusterings and reaffiliations were much lower in OCA than the other algorithms. However, OCA generates a larger number of clusters, which is expected considering that the nodes are allowed to be members of multiple clusters at the same time.
The Use of Mobile 3G Technologies in Enhancing Academic Performance in Distance Education
(IATED-Int Assoc Technology Education & Development, 2010) Gulluoglu, Sabri Serkan
3G is short for third-generation technology. It is used in the context of mobile phone standards. A 3G service provides the ability to transfer simultaneously both voice data (a telephone call) and non-voice data (such as downloading information and exchanging email). 3G allows you to connect to the Internet without being near a wireless hotspot. It gives you self-contained internet and email access on your laptop, without the need for any specialized technical knowledge. Large email attachments can be downloaded quickly and easily, making mobile working a practical reality. You can even connect while on a train or in a car. In the other words the term covers: learning with portable technologies, where the focus is on the technology which could be in a fixed location, such as a classroom; learning across contexts, where the focus is on the mobility of the learner, interacting with portable or fixed technology; and learning in a mobile society, with a focus on how society and its institutions can accommodate and support the learning of an increasingly mobile population that is not satisfied with existing learning methodologies. Mobile technologies are convenient in the sense that it is accessible from virtually anywhere, which provides access to all the different learning materials available. It is also collaborative; sharing is almost instantaneous among everyone using the same content, which leads to the reception of instant feedback and tips. These also bring strong portability by replacing books and notes with small RAMs, filled with tailored learning contents. In addition, this kind of learning is engaging and fun. Therefore, it is simple to utilize mobile learning for a more effective and entertaining experience. Mobile technologies have provided unique opportunities for educators to deliver educational materials efficiently, and to support the cognitive and social process of student learning. Educational materials can be delivered to students through mobile devices. Students can communicate and interact with peer students and educators in real-time using mobile technology. Mobile technology can also be integrated into curriculum design to improve interactivity in the classroom. Applications of mobile technology in education can provide benefits to both students and educators. Mobile technology provides greater flexibility in student learning. This study contains research results on use of 3G mobile technologies in distance education at predetermined Universities. The research data are based on questions like survey that asked to students and instructors. After collecting of data, the effects of 3G Mobile learning on academic performance will be discussed.
Teachers' Attitudes Toward Use of Technology: A Research for Informatics Technology Use in Education of Primaryschools
(2010) Güllüoğlu, Sabri Serkan
Informatics technology has helped greatly the progress of education in the primary schools. For example, downloadable Internet research materials assist teachers in preparing their lesson plans. And librarians now have educational DVDs and microfilm to teach students about how the library operates.Because of informatics technology in the primary schools, teachers can find creative ways to develop their lesson plans. For instance, if a teacher wants to do a lesson on the development of the skeletal system, he can go to kids' health sites that offer a simplistic version of the system that's easier for students to understand.It used to be that students primarily used textbooks and other non-fiction books to learn their subjects. With informatics technology, they have other avenues for success. You may have a student who decides to do a Power Point presentation on the life of an important person in history rather than an essay. When there's informatics technology in the primary schools, students learn to think outside the box regarding classroom activities. For example, a third-grade class may want to record a DVD of a school play they are producing and performing about the importance of financial literacy. While informatics technology is an important component in the primary schools, it's not the main thing. What's really important in primary school is having dedicated and caring administrators who will do what is necessary to educate the students. Technology comes in a range of forms in Primary Schools. Included in this range are the tools teachers use to deliver courses, develop course materials and manage classroom administration. Add to that list the office tools used to handle finances, maintain communication, keep records and process documents and you have the main technology components used in schools. This paper attempts to look at the impact some of this technology has had on primary school teaching and propose future threats and opportunities that technology might bring. This trend study was designed to examine a current trend and pattern, as well as a development of teachers' concerns about technology integration in the curriculum. Thus, firstly we must learn attitudes and behaviors of educators for explaining the importance of informatics technology. For showing this, there will be prepared a questionnaire which consists of 35 questions. This was applied in a primary school to all teachers in Turkey. As a result of the questionnaire, the attitudes of educators will be interpreted and given suggestions which are needed. As a result of questionnaire: Firstly, sufficient hardware resources must be available to facilitate the change. Second, the teachers who lead this change must be trained in the use of the hardware. And finally, methods of using these technologies in a symbiotic fashion with traditional teaching methods must be developed and implemented. Teachers still often lack the knowledge and confidence to utilise the growing technology to its full educational potential. We know now, on findings of research studies that, properly used, technology can enhance the achievement of all students, increase families involvement in their children's schooling, improve teachers' skills and knowledge, and improve school administration and management.
Citation - WoS: 1
Analysis of Transmission Congestion Using Power-Flow Solutions
(World Scientific and Engineering Acad and Soc, 2010) Güner, Sıtkı; Bilir, Bülent; Guner, Sitki; Bilir, Buelent; Rosen, MA; Perryman, R; Dodds, S; Muzi, F; Yuji, W; Polkowska, Z; Jelenska, M; Sobik, M; Rosen, MA; Perryman, R; Dodds, S; Muzi, F; Yuji, W; Polkowska, Z; Jelenska, M; Sobik, M
Transmission congestion has become a new challenge in an open-access environment of electric transmission networks. In today's world, electric power networks have been so much loaded that such a case has never been observed before. Due to overloading, transmission lines of the networks are congested. Under these circumstances, management of transmission congestion is a crucial task for successful operation of power systems. Our specific problem is to detect load centers or cities that are not congested for power transmission from a specific power plant such as newly-built wind farms and small size hydro dams. In this study, we analyze transmission congestion using power-flow solutions for various load and generation levels. Under the condition that additional generation is supplied and the corresponding load is demanded, we run the power-flow program that we have developed. After obtaining the base case solution of the power flow, we select a candidate bus from load buses to apply incremental changes in real and reactive power. In order to assess the real and reactive power capacities of the candidate bus, we plot the P-V curve and the Q-V curve for the candidate bus. As a result of this process, we have the real and reactive power capacities of the candidate bus and information about the congested parts of the power network. Therefore, we provide such information for power utilities to manage power efficiently and power marketers to sell power economically.
The Use of Mobile 3G Technologies in Enhanging Academic Performance in Distance Education
(2010) Güllüoğlu, Sabri Serkan
3G is short for third-generation technology. It is used in the context of mobile phone standards. A 3G service provides the ability to transfer simultaneously both voice data (a telephone call) and non-voice data (such as downloading information and exchanging email). 3G allows you to connect to the Internet without being near a wireless hotspot. It gives you self-contained internet and email access on your laptop, without the need for any specialized technical knowledge. Large email attachments can be downloaded quickly and easily, making mobile working a practical reality. You can even connect while on a train or in a car. In the other words the term covers: learning with portable technologies, where the focus is on the technology which could be in a fixed location, such as a classroom; learning across contexts, where the focus is on the mobility of the learner, interacting with portable or fixed technology; and learning in a mobile society, with a focus on how society and its institutions can accommodate and support the learning of an increasingly mobile population that is not satisfied with existing learning methodologies. Mobile technologies are convenient in the sense that it is accessible from virtually anywhere, which provides access to all the different learning materials available. It is also collaborative; sharing is almost instantaneous among everyone using the same content, which leads to the reception of instant feedback and tips. These also bring strong portability by replacing books and notes with small RAMs, filled with tailored learning contents. In addition, this kind of learning is engaging and fun. Therefore, it is simple to utilize mobile learning for a more effective and entertaining experience. Mobile technologies have provided unique opportunities for educators to deliver educational materials efficiently, and to support the cognitive and social process of student learning. Educational materials can be delivered to students through mobile devices. Students can communicate and interact with peer students and educators in real-time using mobile technology. Mobile technology can also be integrated into curriculum design to improve interactivity in the classroom. Applications of mobile technology in education can provide benefits to both students and educators. Mobile technology provides greater flexibility in student learning. This study contains research results on use of 3G mobile technologies in distance education at predetermined Universities. The research data are based on questions like survey that asked to students and instructors. After collecting of data, the effects of 3G Mobile learning on academic performance will be discussed.
Using Web Technologies in Formal & Distance Education
(2010) Güllüoğlu, Sabri Serkan
Many people warn of the possible harmful effects of using technology in the classroom. Will children lose their ability to relate to other human beings? Will they become dependent on technology to learn? Will they find inappropriate materials? The same was probably said with the invention of the printing press, radio, and television. All of these can be used inappropriately, but all of them have given humanity unbounded access to information which can be turned into knowledge. Appropriately used-- interactively and with guidance-- they have become tools for the development of higher order thinking skills. Inappropriately used in the classroom, technology can be used to perpetuate old models of teaching and learning. Students can be "plugged into computers" to do drill and practice that is not so different from workbooks. Teachers can use multimedia technology to give more colorful, stimulating lectures. Both of these have their place, but such use does not begin to tap the power of these new tools. This paper looks at the reasons for adopting web technology in teaching. The fundamentals related formal, distance education and technologies used on the web have discussed. Under Life-long learning, web technologies are proposed to be used in distance education. And in the second part; Four main categories are proposed: educator effort, to append face to face teaching, to hearten collaborative learning, for institutional gain. Problems relating to each of these reasons are argued.
Using Web Technologies in Formal & Distance Education
(IATED-Int Assoc Technology Education & Development, 2010) Gulluoglu, Sabri Serkan
Many people warn of the possible harmful effects of using technology in the classroom. Will children lose their ability to relate to other human beings? Will they become dependent on technology to learn? Will they find inappropriate materials? The same was probably said with the invention of the printing press, radio, and television. All of these can be used inappropriately, but all of them have given humanity unbounded access to information which can be turned into knowledge. Appropriately used-- interactively and with guidance-- they have become tools for the development of higher order thinking skills. Inappropriately used in the classroom, technology can be used to perpetuate old models of teaching and learning. Students can be "plugged into computers" to do drill and practice that is not so different from workbooks. Teachers can use multimedia technology to give more colorful, stimulating lectures. Both of these have their place, but such use does not begin to tap the power of these new tools. This paper looks at the reasons for adopting web technology in teaching. The fundamentals related formal, distance education and technologies used on the web have discussed. Under Life-long learning, web technologies are proposed to be used in distance education. And in the second part; Four main categories are proposed: educator effort, to append face to face teaching, to hearten collaborative learning, for institutional gain. Problems relating to each of these reasons are argued.
How to Improve the Quality of Education: Turkey's Education System Under Lifelong Learning
(2010) Güllüoğlu, Sabri Serkan
With so much attention on improving the quality of education, with thousands of millions spent each year to remedy the situation, why do education failures persist? There is an answer. Quite simply, these efforts have been directed at solving the wrong problems. At the root of educational failures lies a fundamental problem that has been almost universally overlooked: Students have never been taught how to learn. Students are thrown into their school years and basic subjects without ever first being taught how to go about learning those subjects. As they grow older they are confronted by more and more complex areas of study, still without ever having acquired the skills with which to assimilate information, evaluate its relative importance and put it to use. This has been the vital missing ingredient that has hampered all fields of study. It handicaps both student in school and adults in life. Thus, many students find education a trying and difficult process. They never master the ability to rapidly learn something with certainty and ease. Others, even though they apparently have less difficulty studying, find they are unable to apply what they have read. It is a reality of the modern world that anyone in the work force, whether on the factory floor or in the executive suite, must have an ability to assimilate important information, retain it and then be able to apply it. This process, whether formal or informal, is what is meant by “study.” This study focused on three objectives: Improving the quality of education and training systems, making access to learning easier, opening education and training to the world. The aim of this study is to given methods to improve the quality of education and which standards are determined the quality and for supporting this idea; Turkish education system were examined with right and wrong sides and compared with education systems which including European Union countries.
How to Improve the Quality of Education: Turkey's Education System Under Lifelong Learning
(IATED-Int Assoc Technology Education & Development, 2010) Gulluoglu, Sabri Serkan
With so much attention on improving the quality of education, with thousands of millions spent each year to remedy the situation, why do education failures persist? There is an answer. Quite simply, these efforts have been directed at solving the wrong problems. At the root of educational failures lies a fundamental problem that has been almost universally overlooked: Students have never been taught how to learn. Students are thrown into their school years and basic subjects without ever first being taught how to go about learning those subjects. As they grow older they are confronted by more and more complex areas of study, still without ever having acquired the skills with which to assimilate information, evaluate its relative importance and put it to use. This has been the vital missing ingredient that has hampered all fields of study. It handicaps both student in school and adults in life. Thus, many students find education a trying and difficult process. They never master the ability to rapidly learn something with certainty and ease. Others, even though they apparently have less difficulty studying, find they are unable to apply what they have read. It is a reality of the modern world that anyone in the work force, whether on the factory floor or in the executive suite, must have an ability to assimilate important information, retain it and then be able to apply it. This process, whether formal or informal, is what is meant by "study." This study focused on three objectives: Improving the quality of education and training systems, making access to learning easier, opening education and training to the world. The aim of this study is to given methods to improve the quality of education and which standards are determined the quality and for supporting this idea; Turkey's education system example will be examined with right and wrong sides.
The Future of Technology Based Education on Different Branches of Science: A Conceptual Basis for Educational Applications of Virtual Reality
(2010) Güllüoğlu, Sabri Serkan
Many studies have shown that learner learns best when a variety of teaching methods are used, and that different learners respond best to different methods. To this end, computers are being used more and more as teaching tools, to provide learners with a wider variety of learning experiences. These approaches include multimedia presentations, computerized question-and-answer sessions, and some quite realistic simulations of situations too complex, costly, or hazardous to bring into the classroom. Virtual world is used in today's business environment for the education of employees for which it represents an excellent venue. In particular, virtual worlds environment (such as Second Life) have been used in business schools as an extension of the classroom. In some other cases virtual worlds have been used for creating business games. Since the growth of the Internet, employees have been able to learn and to follow online educations. This is a major breakthrough and helps to overcome problems such as distance, infrastructure or appointment. There are different methods in which this can be carried out: Video Conferencing is probably the most common tool. People can stay in their office to attend a live conference or a recorded meeting. This new way of education raises some questions: Is virtual education as effective as real educations? Does this method encourage people to learn? Using technologies can affect people's behaviors in many ways. First of all they can seem more interested in using virtual modes as a study method and because of this their learning satisfactions can be higher when compared to traditional classroom techniques. Despite the fact that people are not in a face to face meeting and thus are not creating social links, the efficiency is not really affected. Virtual education has a lot of advantages compared to the traditional classroom and meetings. Thanks to the rise of the Internet people can now interact with the information through a more user-friendly environment which allows them a greater level of involvement and creativity. In addition to the use of virtual education, VR can also provide useful tools. One of the widest uses of this technology is maybe the use of 3D environment to allow virtual visits. The concept is used by many companies and is usually divided into two purposes. The main use for a company is to provide a virtual preview of their tour. Moreover some public places allow free access to their facilities, thus allows people who cannot visit the location for real are due to personal constraints, and are able to visit virtually. This allows an easy access to knowledge and it becomes a real alternative to video or picture. Virtual education is not so different from usual education in terms of content. This paper addresses the application of VR as a new educational tool, designed to get learners more deeply immersed in the computer simulations, and to present educational experiences not possible using other methods. The main purpose of the study is to show used VR tools on different branches of science. This paper will be supported with many visual objects. Technology based education on different branches of science have been investigated with a questionarie in this study. VR tools in the design phase of the various branches of science will be explained with visual objects. As a result we can reply the question: How can VR Address Educational Objectives and Learning Styles?

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