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Kößler, Franziska J.; Nitzschner, Marco M. – Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 2015
Based on research about humor, foreign languages, and instructional design, in the current study we examined whether successful learning is related to using different types of media. We compared the comprehension of an economic concept in novices (N = 82) under three conditions: a Wikipedia article, a funny, and a serious YouTube video. The media…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), English Language Learners, Media Selection, Delivery Systems
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Al-Dujaily, Amal; Kim, Jieun; Ryu, Hokyoung – Educational Technology & Society, 2013
A concern of computer-based learning system design is how to accommodate learners' individual differences during learning activities. Previous research suggests that adaptive e-learning systems can effectively address such individual differences and, consequently, they enable more directed tutoring via computer-assisted instruction. In this paper,…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Extraversion Introversion, Individual Differences, Learning Activities
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Manochehri, Nasar; Young, Jon I. – Quarterly Review of Distance Education, 2006
This study compared the effects student learning styles with Web-based learning (WBL) and traditional instructor-based learning (ILB) on student knowledge and satisfaction. Learning methods (Web-based and instructor-based) and learning styles (Diverger, Converger, Assimilator, and Accommodator) were the independent variables. Student knowledge and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Learning Strategies, Web Based Instruction, Conventional Instruction