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Soffer, Tal; Yaron, Efrat – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2017
Integrating mobile technology in schools has become a growing trend in recent years. Studies suggest that the use of tablets has potential contributions for learning. The current study explored the use of tablets for learning among 427 high school students, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods. The purpose was to assess students'…
Descriptors: High School Students, Student Attitudes, Handheld Devices, Technology Integration
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Foster, Aroutis; Shah, Mamta – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2015
There is a need for game-based learning frameworks that provide a lens for understanding learning experiences afforded in digital games. These frameworks should aim to facilitate game analyses, identification of learning opportunities, and support for learner experiences. This article uses the inquiry, communication, construction, and expression…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Computer Games, Computer Uses in Education, Learning Experience
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Pellas, Nikolaos; Peroutseas, Efstratios – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2016
While pedagogical and technological affordances of three-dimensional (3D) multiuser virtual worlds in various educational disciplines are largely well-known, a study about their effect on high school students' engagement in introductory programming courses is still lacking. This case study presents students' opinions about their participation in a…
Descriptors: High School Students, Educational Games, Computer Simulation, Simulated Environment
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Niess, Margaret L. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2013
Technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) proposes a theoretical framework that incorporates four central components: an overarching conception of what it means to teach with technology, knowledge of students' thinking and understandings of specific topics with technologies, knowledge of curricular materials that incorporate…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Definitions, Spreadsheets