Atlantic Technological University (Donegal): Recent submissions
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A Phenomenological Investigation of Self-Directed Learning being Supported or Enhanced within a Virtual Learning Environment
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) has become commonplace in higher education institutions with limited research available into how learners perceive and experience VLEs. This exploratory phenomenological investigation ... -
To explore the validity of a self assessment tool in the development of transversal skills including self-regulation
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The changing economy has exerted pressure on education and training courses to produce graduates with transversal skills ready to function in a dynamic labour market and life-long learning. This study evaluated the ... -
The impact of homework on a child's motivation to learn in primary education
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)Homework assignments are part of a child’s daily routine; however, homework is becoming a subject much debated by teachers, parents and children. This study examined homework solely from the perspective of the child, in ... -
‘How does a co-operative learning strategy impact on students in a postprimary school in Ireland, including Special Educational Needs students?’
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The aim of this paper is to investigate the effect of a co-operative learning strategy on students in an Irish post-primary setting. Literature will be explored in the area of collaborative learning. The new strategies ... -
What are teachers’ perspectives of teaching and learning in a multigrade setting in county Donegal?
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The objectives of the research were: 1. To identify, analyse and discuss teachers’ perspectives of teaching in multigrade setting in Co. Donegal. 2. To identify, discuss and analyse teachers’ perspectives of students’ ... -
An investigation into the methods of Student Centred Learning used in the primary classroom and the benefits that Student Centred Learning can have for students.
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)While there has been a lot of research carried out internationally on SCL, there has been little or no studies carried out in primary schools in Ireland and in specific, Co. Donegal. This is an exploratory project which ... -
Can Music be used in the Senior Years of the Primary School as a Positive Learning Experience to Support Children with identified Educational and Behavioural needs?
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The aim of this paper is to investigate if music can be used in the senior years of the primary school as a positive learning experience to support children with identified educational and behavioural needs. The reason ... -
An investigation into the impact of instructional leadership methodologies, specifically; framing questions & wait time, mind map, group work and teams games tournament on students’ academic performance and wellbeing in a sample of Irish post primary history students.
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)This paper investigated the impact of instructional leadership methodologies specifically; framing questions & wait time, mind map, group work and teams games tournament on students’ academic performance and wellbeing ... -
An Exploratory Study into Children’s Views and Lived Experiences of Mathematics in a Primary School in Co. Donegal.
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)Due to a movement towards the inclusion of the child’s voice based on ‘The New Sociology of Childhood’, it is important to obtain the perspectives of children in relation to their views and experiences. To date there is ... -
The Continuum of Teaching and Learning of Mathematics from Primary to Post-Primary Level: Experiences and Beliefs of Associated Teachers
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The transition from primary to post-primary is arguably the most challenging period in one’s educational trajectory path. Yet, very little research evaluates the impact of the transition process on ‘subject-specific’ ... -
Exploring Restorative Practice – Teachers’ Perspectives
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)Restorative Practice is emerging as a solution to concerns about classroom management and indiscipline in recent times. Restorative Practice focuses on the need to restore relationships where there has been harm or ... -
Teachers Perspectives on the Effective Implementation of Social, Personal and Health Education in the Irish Primary Classroom
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The principal objective of this research is to identify primary schools teacher’s attitudes and feelings towards the effective implementation of the Social, Personal and Health Education in Irish Primary Schools. Prior to ... -
To explore the learning experience of first year undergraduate nursing students in relation to their first encounter of the preceptorship model of nursing education
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-07-29)Rationale: In recent years nursing has undergone changes in the way student nurses are educated from the Apprenticeship Model to the Preceptorship Model of clinical education. The Preceptorship Model is now an important ... -
An investigation into the Influence of Affective Factors in Mathematical Performance in a Sample of Irish Post – Primary Pupils
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08-31)The aim of this paper is to investigate the influence of affective factors in the mathematical performance in a sample of Irish Post-Primary Pupils’. Affective factors in mathematics are a popular topic of research for ... -
An investigation of the effectiveness of Reusable Learning Objects as a blended learning tool in an undergraduate engineering design module.
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08)Blended learning is an emerging trend across many educational settings, adopting the purposeful integration of traditional face-to-face and online teaching to establish an engaging learning experience for the students. ... -
An Examination of Assessment Practices
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08-31)The principal objective of this dissertation is to exam the different assessment practices in the training environment of restaurant service education in third level programmes in Ireland. The hospitality sector is one ... -
An Exploratory study of ‘Grit’ in Higher Education
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08)Academic success may not be wholly dependent on the cognitive ability of the student. Recently, other non-cognitive factors such as grit, tenacity and perseverance have been identified as important factors in the long term ... -
Access/Preparatory Studies Programmes at LYIT – Students’ Perspectives
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08)There is little available research about the opinions and experiences of students who undertake Access/Preparatory Studies programmes in Ireland. This is an exploratory project which attempts to address this lack of ... -
What is the perception in Academia to graduate internships within the Creative Industries?
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08)This study looks at the proliferation of unpaid graduate internships within the creative industries and asks if they are worthwhile or are graduates being taken advantage of? Do they perpetuate the cycle of privilege ... -
Active and collaborative learning items on the Irish Survey of Student Engagement (ISSE); Interpretations of, and responses to by students and staff of the Department of Science at LYIT
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08-31)This study focusses specifically on questions on collaborative learning within the area of ‘Active learning’ in the Irish Survey of Student Engagement (ISSE) which was piloted in Ireland in 2013 and was rolled out in full ...
