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Wang, Jianfeng; Doll, William J.; Deng, Xiaodong; Park, Kihyun; Yang, Ma Ga – Computers & Education, 2013
This study explores whether learning management systems (LMSs) enable faculty course developers to use the reconfigurable characteristics of the software to implement the seven principles of effective teaching (Chickering & Gamson, 1987). If LMSs are to be considered pedagogically effective, these systems must help engage faculty in effective…
Descriptors: Integrated Learning Systems, Usability, College Faculty, Teacher Attitudes
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Pai, Ping-Feng; Lyu, Yi-Jia; Wang, Yu-Min – Computers & Education, 2010
Rough set theory (RST) is an emerging technique used to deal with problems in data mining and knowledge acquisition. However, the RST approach has not been widely explored in the field of academic achievement. This investigation developed an improved RST (IMRST) model, which employs linear discriminant analysis to determine a reduct of RST, and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Discriminant Analysis, Foreign Countries, Junior High School Students
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Mangina, E.; Kilbride, J. – Computers & Education, 2008
User modeling has been found to enhance the effectiveness and/or usability of software systems through the representation of certain properties of a particular user. This paper presents the research and the results of the development of a user modeling system for the implementation of student models within e-learning environments, utilizing vector…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Models
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Veletsianos, George – Computers & Education, 2010
Humans draw on their stereotypic beliefs to make assumptions about others. Even though prior research has shown that individuals respond socially to media, there is little evidence with regards to learners stereotyping and categorizing pedagogical agents. This study investigated whether learners stereotype a pedagogical agent as being…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Artists, Scientists, Context Effect
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Hinostroza, J. Enrique; Mellar, Harvey – Computers & Education, 2001
Discussion of educational software focuses on a model of educational software that was derived from a case study of two elementary school teachers participating in a software design process. Considers human-computer interface, interaction, software browsing strategies, and implications for teacher training. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Development
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Du Plessis, Johan P.; And Others – Computers & Education, 1995
Proposes a model for intelligent computer-aided education systems that is based on cooperative learning, constructive problem-solving, object-oriented programming, interactive user interfaces, and expert system techniques. Future research is discussed, and a prototype for teaching mathematics to 10- to 12-year-old students is appended. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning