ISSN: 2186-5892 The Asian Conference on Education 2015: Official Conference Proceedings

ACE2015 Art Center of Kobe, Kobe, Japan
Conference Theme: “Education, Power and Empowerment: Transcending Boundaries”
Wednesday, October 21 - Sunday, October 25, 2015
ISSN: 2186-5892

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Pursuing Multicultural Education in Indonesia
Yeni Rachmawati, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan
Pai,Yi-Fong, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan
Hui-Hua Chen, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan

The Design and Outcomes of a Writing Improvement Programme in an Australian University
Amanda Müller, Flinders University, Australia

The Necessity of Shifting the Emphasis in Japanese Lifelong Learning: How to Survive in a “Super-Aged Society”
Naoko Suzuki, Tokushima University, Japan

ADHD and Mothers Psychological Distress: Mothers Responses to a Child Diagnosed with ADHD
Gloria Ramdeen-Mootoo, The University of The West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago

A Movement-Based Game Designed According to Input-Process-Outcome Model in a Cooperative Learning Environment in Hygiene Education
Yu-Ching Chen, Chinese Culture University, Taiwan
Yih-Jiun Lee, Chinese Culture University, Taiwan
Tsuei-Ju Hsieh, Chinese Culture University, Taiwan

Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Students’ Cognitive Ability in Physics
Alberto D. De La Cruz, Philippines

An Investigation of Taiwanese College English Majors’ Learning Motivation and Self-Identity Changes
Pey-Chewn Duo, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan
Min-Hsun Su, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan

Alternative Education in Thailand
Patreeya Kitcharoen, Mahidol University, Thailand

Supporting University Athletes to Succeed in Both Academic and Sport Performance at a University in Japan
Yoshihiko Yamamoto, Shizuoka University, Japan

The Effect of Taxation Supplementary Measure for the Performance of the Elementary School Teachers
Tzong-Shing Cheng, University of Kang Ning, Taiwan
I-Hsuan Lee, Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology, Taiwan
Shu-Hung Tsai, University of Kang Ning, Taiwan
Chien-Hui Lee, Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology, Taiwan
Min-Ching Hun, University of Kang Ning, Taiwan

Performance of the Kindergarten Teachers and Its Relation to Pupils Achievement in Different Learning Areas
Mary Luna M. Ninal, Department of Education, Oringao Elementary School, Barangay Oringao, Kabankalan City, Philippines

Analysis of Compositions Written by a Fifth Grade Chinese Child in Japan
Lucy Spence, University of South Carolina, USA
Yang Tao, Kansai University, Japan

An Analysis of the Characteristics of Self-Directed Learners and Strategies to Enhance Self-Directed Learning in Education Systems: Transcending Boundaries
Nathaniel Edwards, Yamaguchi University, Japan

An Exploration of One Learner’s Affective Experiences and FLA Development from a DST Perspective
Luanyi Xiao, University of Warwick, UK
David Wray, University of Warwick, UK

Human Rights as an Introduction to Academic Research
Leigh Pearson, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Alexander Nanni, Mahidol University International College, Thailand

The Benefits of Images : Guess and Check Game in Math Classroom
Wanda Nugroho Yanuarto, University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Indonesia

Teaching Positive Psychology: Successes and Challenges in Implementing Two Introductory Short Courses at Waseda University, Japan
Elvyra Rombs, Waseda University, Japan

English Education in Japan: Back to the Basics
James Gracey, Osaka YMCA International School, Japan

Improving Nature of Science Understandings through Scientific Inquiry
Mustafa Çakır, Marmara University, Turkey

Engaging ESL Students Through a Project-Based Learning Activity
Vorodom Viravong, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Gary Waddell, Mahidol University International College, Thailand

From Preparation to Practice: The Experiences of Beginning Teacher in Kiengiang Province,A Remote Area of Mekong Delta Region in Vietnam.

The Matrix of Education, Power and Empowerment: Where Do We Stand?
Neeta Arora, SPM College – University of Delhi, India

Untried and Untrue: Common Core’s Mechanization of Education
Craig Sower, Shujitsu University, Japan

Association of Engagement, Drive and Self-Beliefs to Academic Resilience: An Analysis of Data from PISA 2012
Boon Wee Chua, Ministry of Education, Singapore
Simon Sim, Ministry of Education, Singapore

The Study of Students’ Willingness to Use Mobile Learning in English Classes
Yu-Feng Kuo, Vanung University, Taiwan
Po-Hsun Shih, Vanung University, Taiwan
Yu-Chung Lin, Vanung University, Taiwan
Tzu-Shan Cheng, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan

Is Shiroi Howaito? English Loanword Modifiers in Contemporary Japanese
Anna Bordilovskaya, Kobe University, Japan & Oxford University UK

Online Interactions of Japanese and Hungarian EFL Learners: A Critical Analysis
Júlia Kovács, University of Pécs, Hungary

The Research and Development of Internal Quality Assurance System for the Faculty of Education, Burapha University
Pongthep Jiraro, Burapha University, Thailand
Jaruwan Tummasin, Burapha University, Thailand

Thinking Classroom: A Case Study of Education for Empowerment in Thailand
Nitta Roonkaseam, Phranakhon Rajabhat University, Thailand

Financial Controls in Education Policy of the UK
Yoshihiro Nagata, Nagoya University, Japan

School Space and Cross Religious Communication in Provoking Sense of Mutual Respect; Case of a Faith-Based School in Jayapura, Indonesia
Umar Werfete, PPPM STAIN Jayapura, Indonesia

The Spiral Jetty and the Palm Jumeirah: Robert Smithson’s Art and the Art of the Islamic Culture.
George Newlands, American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Building Students’ Characters Through the Utilization of Used Goods As Learning Media
Kiromim Baroroh, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia
Barkah Lestaria, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia
Suwarno, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia

Learning Exponential-Logarithmic Equations through Values-Driven Interventions
Avelino S. Caraan, Jr., Jose Rizal University, Philippines

The Use of iPads to Improve Attainment in Technology for Pupils with Learning Difficulties
Ange Anderson, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK
Sian Griffiths, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK
James Murphy, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK

The Field Trip Project Asia: Developing 21st Century Competencies through Cross-Cultural Art Projects
Twardzik Ching Chor Leng, National Institute of Education, Singapore

De-colonizing Canadian Post-Secondary Education
Robert Lawson, University of Manitoba, Canada
Kathy Snow, Cape Breton University, Canada

What Do University Students Liken Academic Members to?
Fusun Gulderen Alacapinar, Necmettin Erbakan University, Turkey

Tropical Summer School Experience: Gleaning EFL Students’ Responses
Rohayah Kahar, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
Adlina Abdul Samad, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
Noor Abidah Mohd Omar, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
Masdinah Alauyah Mohd Yusof, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
Ghazali Bunari, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia

The Impact and Benefits of Therapeutic Interaction on Educational and Behavioural Outcomes
Ange Anderson, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK
Hazel Hughes, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK
Andrea Edwards, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK
Lynne Harkin, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK
Chris Mason, Ysgol Pen Coch, UK

The Innovation of Music and Computer Courses Designed to Improve the Skills of Thai Music Students in Silpakorn University
Pongsilp Arunrat, Silpakorn University, Thailand

Cultural Taxation: Myth or Reality? Research in Progress
Toni Torepe, University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Perceptions of an Artist and Art Education: A Study of Pre-Service Year One Teachers at a Fijian University
Neelam Singh, Fiji National University, Fiji

Chinese University Student Perceptions of Teacher Quality
Matthias Olson, Singapore International School, China

A Case Study on the School Counselor’s Work Predicaments at Elementary Schools in Xinzhung District, New Taipei City
Mei-Fang Wang, Vanung University, Taiwan
Po-Hsun Shih, Vanung University, Taiwan
Yu-Chung Lin, Vanung University, Taiwan
Tzu-Shan Cheng, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan

Visualization in Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Interior Design Education: A Case Study at Sunway University
Hafez Zainudin, Sunway University, Malaysia
Nurul Ain Haron, Sunway University, Malaysia
Saiful Hazmi Bachek, Sunway University, Malaysia

The School Garden as a Learning Object and Leaning Space in Primary Schools
Britt Due Tiemensma, University College Zealand, Denmark

The Efficacy of Placement Interviews for English Language Classes at a National Japanese University Based on a CEFR-J Model
Christopher Hennessy, University of Fukui, Japan
Nicolangelo Becce, University of Fukui, Japan

Personality Tendency that Contributes Self-Adjustment of the Migrant Students in Jakarta
Untung Subroto, Tarumanagara University, Indonesia
Linda Wati, Tarumanagara University, Indonesia
Monty P. Satiadarma, Tarumanagara University, Indonesia

Education as Cultural Data-System Development through Teaching and Upbringing
Marina Azarenkova, Transport Academy, Russia

Real Science in Clear English
Gregory Roos, Murdoch University, Australia
Cathryn Roos, Zayed University, Dubai

The Four Freedoms: Raising Awareness of Human Rights in the English for Academic Purposes Classroom
Alexander Nanni, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Leigh Pearson, Mahidol University International College, Thailand

Mechanisms of Moral Disengagement in Police Unethical Behaviour
Annisa Prameswari Kesumaningrum, University of Tarumanagara, Indonesia
Yohanes Budiarto, University of Tarumanagara, Indonesia

The Correlation between Moral Disengagement and Cheating Behavior in Academic Context
Samsunuwiyati Mar'at, Tarumanagara University, Indonesia
Annisa Prameswari, Tarumanagara University, Indonesia
Gayatri Ardhinindya, Tarumanagara University, Indonesia

Peace Education in Lebanon: A Case Study in the University Context
Pamela Chrabieh, American University in Dubai, UAE

The Educational Philosophy and Teaching Style Preferences of College Faculty at the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA
Grace D. Severo, University of Perpetual Help System DALTA, Philippines
Lopita U. Jung, University of Perpetual Help System DALTA, Philippines

The Study of the Behavior, Attitude and Satisfaction of High School in M. 6th Grade in the bangKok Region in Accessing New and Information About Mahidol University International College Through Online Social Media
Nutthaboon Pornrattanacharoen, Mahidol University International College, Thailand

English for Business Education in India: An Empirical Approach
Rajnandan Patnaik, Institute of Management Technology, India

The Link between the Process of Change and Coaching in an Organization: A Case Study
Josephine S H Jim, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone’: Pre-Service Teachers’ Reflections on International Service-Learning
Son Truong, Western Sydney University, Australia

Collective Will to Change Education Trajectory by Transcending Boundaries
Doris McEwen Harris, McEwen Education Consulting and Curriculum Auditing, USA

Possibility of Implementing Multiple Intelligence Theory Based English Instruction for Remedial Purposes
Minako Inoue, Health Science University, Japan

The Storytelling Teacher: Using Storytelling to Improve Engagement and Content Retention in History and Social Studies for all Learners
Matt Berrigan, Foothills School Division, Canada
Chelsea McNutt, Foothills School Division, Canada

Using Facebook Applications in School Based Assessment (SBA) for Moral Studies
Hairul Faiezi Bin Lokman, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Nik Mohd Rahimi Bin Nik Yusoff, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia

A Study of School-based Curriculum to Disaster Prevention Teaching for Sixth Graders in the Elementary School
Kaiju (Yumi) Yang, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Cheng-Chieh Chang, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan

The Relationship between the Motivation for I-Ching Learning, Life and Family Satisfaction in a Lifelong Learning Program of I Ching University
Li-Yueh Chen, WeiXin College, Taiwan
Chen-Mei Li, WeiXin College, Taiwan
Po-Chang Lin, MingDao University, Taiwan
Ying Lee, National Kaohsiung Marine University, Taiwan

A Preliminary Report of the Use of Piazza for a Language Class
Takako Aikawa, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States

The Usefulness of Curriculum Mapping in Writing Learning Modules
Leah Marie Tumlos-Castillo, De La Salle Santiago Zobel School, Philippines

ASEAN Student’s Reflection: The Role of Japan’s Higher Education in Fostering Global Human Resources Through the Twin College Envoys Program
Sapto Ashardianto, Chiba University, Japan
Ryugo Oshima, Chiba University, Japan
Satoko Baba, Chiba University, Japan
Jun Nomura, Chiba University, Japan

Redefining Educational Boundaries with Technology: The Systemic Perspective
Carlos Vasconcelos-Lopes, University of Saint Joseph, Macao

The Attitudde and Performance of the Cadets of Maritime Instutution during Shipboard Training: An Assesment
Jose M. Barlis Jr., Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific, Philippines
Josefin D. Fajardo III, Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific, Philippines
Kathy Dimog, Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific, Philippines
Marise M. Barlis, Mariveles National High School, Philippines
Marijoy B. Mendoza, Mariveles National High School, Philippines

The Development and Application of E-Learning on Elderly Education in Taiwan
Yu-Che Huang, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan
Tai-Shen Huang, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan

Bullying Among Schoolchildren: What School Authorities and Parents Can Do
Cecilia Liwanag Calub, Tarlac State University, Tarlac City, Philippines

Student Empowerment Pathways to Poverty Alleviation: Nurturing Innovative Teachers and Education Leaders
Aurora B. Fulgencio, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Marie Chiela C. Malcampo, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Get Real: Using Real Dialogue in the English Language Classroom
Rebecca Brinkley, Nagoya University of Foreign Studies, Japan

Blended E-Learning for Postgraduate Research-Article Writing: A Case Study in One University in Thailand
Ampapan Tuntinakhongul, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand
Patcharee Muangnakin, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand

Resocialisation and Change Implications for Inservice Teacher Professional Development
David Sansom, Macao Polytechnic Institute, Macau

From Theory to Reality: Enhancing Creativity and Achievements of Hong Kong Students through Online Design Platform and Consideration of Culture
Derry Law, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

A Study on the Relationships Between Time Management and Working Pressure for Teachers with Un-Administrative Positions in New Taipei City
Li-Yun Chuang, Vanung University, Taiwan
Po-Hsun Shih, Vanung University, Taiwan
Yu-Chung Lin, Vanung University, Taiwan
Tzu-Shan Cheng, National Taiwan Normal University

Finding a Place for Karate-Do in Mainstream Education
Marc Alfred Waterfield, Buntoku Gakuen, Japan

The Shift from Yakudoku to Communicative Language Teaching: Empowering Students with a Diversity of English Classes
Ryan Hata, San Francisco State University, USA

Leaning and Teaching Beyond Boundaries- Educational Change Through Technologies
Ranjeet Nath, Institute of International Education, India

Double-Talk: A Bakhtinian Take on the Code-Mixing Practices of English Language Teachers in China
Peter Teo, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

The Effect of I-Ching Education on the Temperament of Elementary School Children, Lifelong Learning Capability and Bullying Behavior
Li-Yueh Chen, WeiXin College, Taiwan
Chen-Mei Li, WeiXin College, Taiwan
Sung Lin, WeiXin College, Taiwan
Po-Chang Lin, MingDao University, Taiwan

The Efficacy Beliefs of Social Studies Teachers Candidates Regarding the Teaching-Learning Process
Ali Altikulac, Çukurova Universiy, Turkey
Salih Uslu, Nide University, Turkey