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Agbo, Friday Joseph; Sanusi, Ismaila Temitayo; Oyelere, Solomon Sunday; Suhonen, Jarkko – Education Sciences, 2021
This study investigated the role of virtual reality (VR) in computer science (CS) education over the last 10 years by conducting a bibliometric and content analysis of articles related to the use of VR in CS education. A total of 971 articles published in peer-reviewed journals and conferences were collected from Web of Science and Scopus…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Science Education, Educational Research, Research Methodology
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Cochrane, Thomas; Narayan, Vickel; Aiello, Stephen; Alizadeh, Mehrasa; Birt, James; Bone, Elisa; Cowie, Neil; Cowling, Michael; Deneen, Chris; Goldacre, Paul; Sinfield, David; Stretton, Todd; Worthington, Tom – Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 2022
Mobile learning is well established in literature and practice, but under-evolved from a rigorous learning design perspective. Activity theory presents a sophisticated way of mapping and understanding learning design, but for mobile learning this does not always translate into change in practice. The reported research addresses this by coupling a…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Handheld Devices, Instructional Design, Foreign Countries
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Isiaq, Sakirulai Olufemi; Jamil, Md Golam – International Journal of Information and Learning Technology, 2018
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of a simulator for teaching programming to foster student engagement and meaningful learning. Design/methodology/approach: An exploratory mixed-method research approach was adopted in a classroom-based environment at a UK university. A rich account of student engagement dimensions…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, Mixed Methods Research, Universities, Programming
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Crellin, Jonathan; Duke-Williams, Emma; Chandler, Jane; Collinson, Timothy – Computer Science Education, 2009
This article reports on the use of a virtual world ("Second Life") in computing education, and identifies the precursors of current virtual world systems. The article reviews the potential for virtual worlds as tools in computing education. It describes two areas where "Second Life" has been used in computing education: as a…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computer Simulation, Social Systems, Internet
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Minocha, Shailey; Morse, David R. – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2010
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to report on a study into how a three-dimensional (3D) virtual world (Second Life) can facilitate socialisation and team working among students working on a team project at a distance. This models the situation in many commercial sectors where work is increasingly being conducted across time zones and between…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Web Sites, Distance Education, Cooperation
International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2012
The IADIS CELDA 2012 Conference intention was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There had been advances in both cognitive psychology and computing that have affected the educational arena. The convergence of these two disciplines is increasing at a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Academic Support Services, Access to Computers