Educational Science
Akbar Momeni Rad; Seyed Abdolla Ghasemtabar; Maryam Pourjamshidi
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to review the book “Theoretical Foundations of Educational Technology” authored by Dr. Hashem Fardanesh. For this reason, the book's two dimensions of form and content have been critically explored. Observance of writing and spelling rules, fluency of the text, ...
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The purpose of this study is to review the book “Theoretical Foundations of Educational Technology” authored by Dr. Hashem Fardanesh. For this reason, the book's two dimensions of form and content have been critically explored. Observance of writing and spelling rules, fluency of the text, English-Persian dictionary, and thematic index can be considered as the apparent advantages of the mentioned work. However, providing a preface, stating the main purpose of the work, introduction, and objectives of each chapter, summarizing, questions to evaluate the audience and more appropriate design of the cover can help make it more desirable in appearance. In terms of content, this work has advantages such as logical order and internal coherence, attention to the basics of this field, appropriate phrase choices, and attention to credible sources. Update the definition of educational technology, and provide content related to the concepts of systems, learning, and performance; Uniformity of citation style, clearer presentation of some drawers, and appropriate styling of titles can enrich this book's content. In general, this work is a valuable work for the initial acquaintance with the theoretical foundations of educational technology, and to some extent, it can acquaint the readers with the general and basic frameworks of this field.
Educational Science
Sakineh Talebi; Mohammad Reza Nili Ahmadabadi
Abstract
The book “Graphics for Learning” is the result of the valuable efforts of Ruth Colvin Clark and Chopeta Lyones in explaining graphics to facilitate learning. The main premise of the book is that the use of graphics (visual elements) alongside words facilitates learning compared to words alone. ...
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The book “Graphics for Learning” is the result of the valuable efforts of Ruth Colvin Clark and Chopeta Lyones in explaining graphics to facilitate learning. The main premise of the book is that the use of graphics (visual elements) alongside words facilitates learning compared to words alone. The authors’ efforts in presenting the material are accompanied by features such as the use of research evidence and action-based cognitive theory in real-life learning situations, clear and integrated expression, and up-to-datedness, to distinguish this book from other books in graphic design. Another special feature of the book is the use of graphic guides or instructions on how to use visual elements to enhance the processes of learning psychology and to learn different types of course content. The existence of a general map of the book and an explanation of the position of each section and each chapter in relation to the collection of contents have led to the integration and formation of a mental map. However, in selecting the general topics and concepts, the authors’ reasons have not been properly identified, and there are also criticisms about ignoring learning styles, learning environment, and not explaining teaching and learning. This book is one of the resources in the field of educational technology, and it is worthwhile to examine the dimensions of its effectiveness in teaching and learning.
Linguistics and Ancient Languages
Atousa Tafreshi; Ahmad Vasookolaee
Volume 12, Issue 24 , April 2012, , Pages 15-34
Abstract
Objective: This research aims at investigating the role of culture in language teaching through reviewing the concepts of language and culture and examining their relation. The literature and some theories in the field are reviewed in order to clarify the relation between these fields and throw the light ...
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Objective: This research aims at investigating the role of culture in language teaching through reviewing the concepts of language and culture and examining their relation. The literature and some theories in the field are reviewed in order to clarify the relation between these fields and throw the light on language teaching and learning process and some research needs from a different perspective. Method: Descriptive-analytic method is used to review the studies. Results and Discussion: Culture teaching not only has some positive effects in foreign language learning and being a competent foreign language speaker, but also it is somehow inevitable in language teaching process. To teach culture there are different methods which can be used. In fact teaching foreign language can be effective only when some of the cultural features of language society are taught.
