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The Use of Mobile Messaging-Based Case Studies in a Pharmacotherapy Introduction Class in China
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Wang, X.; Li, M.; Wang, M.; Cui, S.; Shi, L.; Duan, L.; Wang, T. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2018
This study is to examine the attitudes of students towards the case studies based on mobile messaging in a pharmacotherapy introduction class. Case studies were divided into 4 groups, with 30 pharmacy students each group. Each group was required to share pharmaceutical care plans on WeChat by posting messages. A post-activity survey was conducted:…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Handheld Devices, Computer Software, Case Studies
Facilitating Collaboration in Lecture-Based Learning through Shared Notes Using Wireless Technologies
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Valtonen, T.; Havu-Nuutinen, S.; Dillon, P.; Vesisenaho, M. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2011
This paper reports a case study for developing lecture teaching in higher education by connecting simultaneously the benefits of face-to-face teaching and social software for capturing and sharing students' lecture notes. The study was conducted with 12 university students taking a degree course on pre-primary education. Data were collected on (1)…
Descriptors: Discourse Analysis, Content Analysis, Lecture Method, Cooperation
Generic Reflective Feedback: An Effective Approach to Developing Clinical Reasoning Skills
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Wojcikowski, K.; Brownie, S. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2013
Problem-based learning can be an effective tool to develop clinical reasoning skills. However, it traditionally takes place in tutorial groups, giving students little flexibility in how and when they learn. This pilot study compared the effectiveness of generic reflective feedback (GRF) with tutorial-based reflective feedback on the development of…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Problem Based Learning, Instructional Effectiveness, Thinking Skills
Using an Online Tool to Support School-Based ICT Policy Planning in Primary Education
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Vanderlinde, R.; Van Braak, J.; Tondeur, J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2010
An important step towards the successful integration of information and communication technology (ICT) in schools is to facilitate their capacity to develop a school-based ICT policy resulting in an ICT policy plan. Such a plan can be defined as a school document containing strategic and operational elements concerning the integration of ICT in…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Technology, School Policy, Policy Formation
Computer-Mediated Communication as a Learning Resource.
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McAteer, Erica; Tolmie, A.; Duffy, C.; Corbett, J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1997
Examines computer-mediated communication (CMC) in higher education, particularly the evaluation of network resources for course-related student communication. Presents case studies of e-mail seminars in Scottish language studies and music, demonstrates the significance of emphasizing process over outcome, and discusses factors affecting CMC usage:…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Classroom Communication, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks
Pedogogic Principles of Case-Based CAL.
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Khan, Tariq; Yip, Y. J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1996
One trend in educational and cognitive learning theory being adopted by designers of computer-aided learning (CAL) tools and expert systems is case-based reasoning, or the use of previous examples or cases to solve new problems. This article examines principles of this method, including guided exploration, memory aids, and partially self-directed…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Case Method (Teaching Technique), Case Studies, Comparative Analysis