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Using a corpus for written production: A classroom study

Author(s): Monika Geist,Angela Hahn / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

This paper discusses an action-research study of learner driven corpus use by intermediate learners of English (age 14 to 16) while writing a cover letter using BNC BABY with XAIRA software. After practising different software functions, the students wrote a cover letter with the Internet and the corpus at their disposal. Although they had acquired all the necessary technical skills, they lacked language sensitivity and consequently had difficulties in finding language issues to check. In addition, factors such as motivation, the corpus used and the group size were also revealed to be influential. Individual successful learners showed that given a sufficient degree of language awareness and reflection, learner-driven corpus use could enhance their writing activities.

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Hands-on / hands-off: Alternative approaches to data-driven learning

Author(s): Alex Boulton / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

One of the most apparent obstacles to DDL is the use of the technology itself – the computer with its query software and interfaces for accessing electronic corpora. Where this is the case, the obvious question is whether the computer can be successfully removed from the equation without losing the benefits of the overall approach. In the present study, two groups of lower intermediate level learners at a college of architecture were introduced to an English language corpus both ‘hands on’ and ‘hands off’. The learning outcomes of the two approaches were tested, and compared against feedback obtained at the start and again at the end of the course. The general conclusion is that paper-based DDL does represent a viable option: there is unlikely to be a single best version of DDL for all learners in all situations at all times, and variety and sensitivity to learner variation and local conditions is crucial.

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DDL for EFL beginners: A report on student gains and views on paper-based concordancing and the role of L1

Author(s): Kiyomi Chujo,Kathryn Oghigian / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

This study measured student gains in overall second language proficiency and in targeted vocabulary and grammar (noun and verb phrases) with pre- and posttests in a 20-week data-driven learning program using a parallel Japanese-English concordancer and bilingual corpus. Beginner level engineering students at a Japanese university followed a four-step methodology, working in pairs in class and individually for homework. Collected feedback from students on computer- versus paper-based concordancing indicates a blending may be most effective. Student feedback on the role of the L1 in parallel concordancing indicates those using nonvetted computer-based concordancing rely most on the translation.

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Systemic Risk Indicators in the Eurozone: An Empirical Evaluation

Author(s): Oleg Deev,Martin Hodula / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

In this brief paper, we use combination of Markov-switching models and dynamic conditional correlation models to ex-post evaluate the performance of three widely used systemic risk measures (SRISK, CISS and term-spread) based on their ability to predict financial turmoil. We first compare systemic risk measures based on their dynamic correlations. Second, we identify three regimes for each indicator and evaluate them based on their ability to capture crisis information. We found that in practice, the correlations between studied systemic risk measures are indeed high and indicators are successful in capturing regimes of high financial stress. We have however, identified a few periods when the indicators are not overlapping, especially in pre- and post-crisis period.

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The Prediction of Economic Activity Growth by Sovereign Bond Spread in France, Germany and Great Britain

Author(s): Jana Hvozdenská / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The steepness of the bond yield curve should be an excellent indicator of a possible future economic activity. A rise in the short rate tends to flatten the yield curve as well as to slow down real growth the near term. The relationship between the spread and future GDP activity was proved already before. One question remains – which spread is the best for the future prediction? Is it the spread between sovereign 10-year bonds and 3-month bonds or 30-year and 1- year or 10-year and 1-year sovereign bonds? This paper aims to analyze which spread is the most suitable for predicting of future economic growth in France, Germany and Great Britain between the years 2000 and 2016. The natural and probably the most popular measure of economic growth is GDP growth, taken quarterly. We have found out that the best predictive spreads in France, Germany and Great Britain are the spreads of 30-year and 1-year and 10-year and 1-year government bond yields. These findings might be beneficial for investors and provide further evidence of the potential usefulness of the yield curve spreads as indicators of the future economic activity.

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Financial Statements in the Financial Decision Making

Author(s): Jaroslav Sedláček / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The paper is devoted to the comparison of financial statements according to International accounting standards and Czech accounting legislation and impact assessment of identified differences on the decisions of investors and owners of corporations. The first objective is to identify accounting methods and practices that lead to differences in reporting of financial position and performance of corporations, analyze their causes and examine their impact on the statements. The second objective is to assess the impact of these differences using methods of financial analysis on data specific company. For this purpose is created parallel system of ratio indicators. Calculations of indicators and their development in time make it possible to assess the significance of these differences and the degree of influence on the decisions of users of financial statements. Research has proven that despite the ongoing harmonization efforts, there are still significant differences in both approaches and should be taken into account when making decisions.

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Do gender and personality traits (BFI-10) influence self-perceived innovativeness?

Author(s): František Sudzina / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

Innovativeness is a useful trait in many walks of life. The aim of this paper is to investigate if gender and personality traits influence rating of self-perceived innovativeness. There are two versions of the dependent variable used - innovativeness in the eyes of others, and innovativeness in one's own opinion. Big Five Inventory-10 is used to measure personality traits. Findings are that conscientiousness influences self-perceived innovativeness in the eyes of others, and openness to experience influences self-perceived innovativeness in one's own opinion. Conscientiousness also influences the difference between the two innovativeness variables.

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Incorporating the Financial Variables Using Two Step DEA Efficiency Evaluation: Case Study of Slovak Gynaecology Departments

Author(s): Zuzana Hajduová,Roman Lacko,Tibor Bobenič / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

One of the available approach to improve performance of healthcare facilities is Data envelopment analysis - DEA. This method with its variations and supplementary methods, such as regression models, is widely used in many countries of the world. Financial indicators are often included in DEA models. We excluded them from DEA analysis and we included them into second step of two step DEA. This has helped us to determine the impact of these financial indicators on efficiency of gynaecological departments in 8 regions of Slovak republic. We have selected following financial variables: Material costs, Operational Costs and Total revenues. Two step DEA analysis, using truncated regression, shows that these indicators are not suitable to determine efficiency of selected departments.

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Сколько нужно методик преподавания русского языка как иностранного?

Author(s): Josef Dohnal / Language(s): Russian Publication Year: 0

The thesis calls into question the blasted preference of the communicative method in teaching Russian as a foreign language. The thesis suggests that the goals of the teaching should be taken as the basic touchstone while searching for a applicable method of teaching.

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Využití videa při podpoře profesního rozvoje učitelů

Author(s): Roman Švaříček,Klára Šeďová / Language(s): Czech Publication Year: 0

Profesní rozvoj učitelů je definován jako dlouhodobý proces zahrnující široké spektrum aktivit směřujících ke zlepšení dovedností a znalostí učitele. Jedná se o kurzy, školení či semináře poskytující učitelům adekvátní podporu k jejich rozvoji včetně prostoru pro samostudium. V rámci profesního rozvoje učitelů by mělo docházet k vybavování učitelů novými nástroji, jak konceptuálními, tak praktickými (Samgorinski, 2013). V předchozí kapitole jsme s oporou o sociokulturní teorie vymezili jako zdroj učení participaci člověka v různých typech aktivit (Sfard, 2016; Vygotskij, 1976). Této perspektivy se přidržíme i v této kapitole – profesní rozvoj učitelů chápeme jako bytostně sociální aktivitu.

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Roles of the Learner in Videoconferencing

Author(s): Judith Háhn,Irena Podlásková / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The authors concentrate on the variety and scope of roles filled by learners, the potential development of associated transferable skills, and the way videoconferencing facilitates this process. Key learner roles and their outcomes are described. Detailed advice is given as to how students can maximise their skills and how technology can best support them. A range of task-based collaborative activities are presented, and the underlying theory and practice are both described in order to balance their rationales.

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Student Voices

Author(s): Libor Štěpánek / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

This chapter gives voice to the students using videoconferencing, in some cases for the first time. By doing so, a clear picture emerges of the challenges, frustrations, but ultimately beneficial experiences felt by students. The views and feelings expressed act as useful compass points for teachers setting up such courses. These can be helpful in avoiding future pitfalls.

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Daring to Videoconference: Ideas for Teachers

Author(s): Alena Hradilová,Kirby Vincent / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The authors use a case study with students of law to illustrate both the possibilities and limits of videoconferencing. This detailed article outlines the stages of course development, syllabus writing, integration of subject matter and technology, and mechanisms to ensure a successful outcome. Useful advice is provided not only in technical aspects but also in areas related to interpersonal transactions. This includes ensuring that student groups from different countries have time to acquaint themselves informally before embarking on the more formal aspects of the programme.

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The Role of the Teacher in Videoconferencing

Author(s): Markéta Denksteinová,Stellan Sundh / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The authors offer a detailed and informative insight into the changing role of the teacher in light of technology-driven changes in classroom teaching. Videoconferencing is an area which both demands and inspires a new methodology, and this article outlines the variety of specific but interlinked roles which help to ensure successful delivery. The case study chosen provides a wealth of examples which illustrate the scope of collaborative teaching and learning made possible by videoconferencing. These examples also provide a clear indication of the required skills and the consequent need for targeted staff development programmes to help develop the teachers of the future.

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VC Technology: Master or Servant of Education?

Author(s): Anjuli Pandavar / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The author underlines the importance of having a clear rationale for using videoconferencing. A detailed case study illustrates the pitfalls and challenges of technology and looks at key examples of mismatching. These include mismatches between the different expectations of students and teachers, between theory and practice, between desired aims and actual outcomes, and between the ideal applications and actual limitations of the technology on offer. The article discusses a range of problems and issues but also points to solutions and workarounds. It emphasises the importance of considering not only how technology is used and which type is chosen but also why technology is used at all.

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Technological Considerations Regarding the Use of Videoconferencing in Education

Author(s): Marek Blahuš / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The author presents a personal and professional overview of key technology issues in videoconferencing. The tone is both authoritative and informative, and the range of information covers most aspects of use. It provides a good introduction to videoconferencing for the novice, whilst existing users will benefit from the detailed options outlined in the technical sections. The article will help teachers not only to expand their knowledge of this developing field but also to organise their videoconferencing courses.

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Teškoće u unapređenju nauke i oblikovanju sistema nauke i univerziteta kao nosioca tehnološkog razvoja u Bosni i Hercegovini

Author(s): Dejan Milošević,Benjamin Fetić / Language(s): Bosnian,Croatian,Serbian Publication Year: 0

Osnovna funkcija univerziteta, pored obrazovanja, je naučnoistraživački rad. Na bosanskohercegovačkim univerzitetima je naučnoistraživački rad zapostavljen. Dva su osnovna razloga za to. Prvi je nedovoljno finansijsko ulaganje u nauku i istraživanja, a drugi je nedovoljno razvijena svijest o značaju naučnoistraživačkog rada, kako u bosanskohercegovačkom društvu, tako i na samim univerzitetima. U ovom radu je ukazano na to šta je potrebno uraditi da se ova druga teškoća prevaziđe. Pored toga, analizirane su mogućnosti unapređenja nauke i oblikovanja sistema nauke na bosanskohercegovačkim univerzitetima, kako bi oni postali i istraživački univerziteti. Na naučnoistraživački rad se nadovezuju istraživačko-razvojni rad, tehnološki razvoj, saradnja s privredom i razvoj naučno-tehnoloških parkova. Ove djelatnosti su još manje zastupljene na bosanskohercegovačkim univerzitetima nego naučnoistraživački rad. U ovom radu je ukazano na načine kako prevazići te teškoće, kako bi istraživački univerziteti postali nosioci tehnološkog razvoja Bosne i Hercegovine.

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Difficulties in Advancement of Science and Shaping the System of Science and University as a Carrier of Technological Development in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Author(s): Dejan Milošević,Benjamin Fetić / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The primary function of the university, in addition to education, is scientific research. At Bosnia and Herzegovina universities, the scientific research has been neglected. There are two basic reasons for that. The first is insufficient financial investment in science and research, and the second is an underdeveloped awareness of the importance of scientific research work, both in the society of Bosnia and Herzegovina and in universities themselves. This paper indicates what needs to be done to overcome this latter difficulty. In addition, the possibilities for improving science and shaping the science system at universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to make them research universities were analysed. Scientific research work builds on research and development work, technological development, cooperation with the economy and the development of science and technology parks. These activities are even less represented at universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina than scientific research work. This paper shows the ways how to overcome these difficulties, so that research universities become carriers of the technological development of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Poglavlje 25: Nauka i istraživanje

Author(s): Mladen Perazić / Language(s): Montenegrine Publication Year: 0

Ulaskom u EU Crna Gora će adekvatno participirati u svim naučnoistraživačkim programima EU? Crna Gora će morati da preduzme dodatne napore u jačanju ljudskih resursa i infrastrukturnih kapaciteta za efikasno učešće u okvirnim istraživačkim programima i integraciju u Evropski istraživački prostor. Crna Gora je započela sa integracijom u Evropski istraživački prostor ERA. Imenovani su i delegirani posmatrači u većini upravnih tijela ERA-e, kao i u Komitetu Evropskog istraživačkog prostora ERAC, a takođe Crna Gora učestvuje u Sedmom okvirnom programu za istraživanje FP7. Nije uključena u nuklearna istraživanja i od nje nije zahtijevano da se pridruži Okvirnom programu EURATOM. Međutim, glavna prepreka za adekvatno učešće u EU programima će biti nedostatak iskusnih istraživača, nedovoljan broj istraživača u instituciji, nedovoljno iskusno administrativno osoblje i neadekvatna ili zastarjela oprema.

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Metodologija predavanja kulturne istorije manjina i manjinskih nacionalnih zajednica u Crnoj Gori

Author(s): Rade Vujović / Language(s): Montenegrine Publication Year: 0

Čovječanstvo se tokom svog evolutivnog razvoja kretalo u raznim pravcima uslovljeno, prije svega, prirodnim faktorima, stvarajući sporo ali sigurno prve civilizacije – kulture starog istoka koje će, preko Krita i Mikene, rezultirati grčkom i rimskom (antičkom) kulturom kao temeljem evropske civilizacije.

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