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An Analysis of Collaborative Problem-Solving Activities Mediated by Individual-Based and Collaborative Computer Simulations
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Chang, C.-J.; Chang, M.-H.; Liu, C.-C.; Chiu, B.-C.; Fan Chiang, S.-H.; Wen, C.-T.; Hwang, F.-K.; Chao, P.-Y.; Chen, Y.-L.; Chai, C.-S. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2017
Researchers have indicated that the collaborative problem-solving space afforded by the collaborative systems significantly impact the problem-solving process. However, recent investigations into collaborative simulations, which allow a group of students to jointly manipulate a problem in a shared problem space, have yielded divergent results…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Problem Solving, Questionnaires, Feedback (Response)
Are High-Coherent Concept Maps Better for Prior Knowledge Activation? Differential Effects of Concept Mapping Tasks on High School vs. University Students
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Gurlitt, J.; Renkl, A. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2008
We investigated whether and how prior knowledge activation improves learning outcomes for high school (less experienced learners) and university students (experienced learners) in a hypertext environment. Map coherence was defined as the extent to which relationships between the concepts in the map were made explicit. Therefore, we classified the…
Descriptors: High School Students, College Students, Concept Mapping, Learning Strategies
The Role of Computer-Aided Modelling in Learning Physics.
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Niedderer, H.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1991
Described is how an iconic model building software can be used to help students gain a deeper qualitative conceptual understanding of physics concepts. The program, STELLA, links research about misconceptions and new teaching strategies with the use of modern information technology tools. (31 references) (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Concept Formation, Learning Strategies, Misconceptions
Comparing and Combining Real and Virtual Experimentation: An Effort to Enhance Students' Conceptual Understanding of Electric Circuits
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Zacharia, Z. C. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2007
The purpose of this study was to investigate value of combining Real Experimentation (RE) with Virtual Experimentation (VE) with respect to changes in students' conceptual understanding of electric circuits. To achieve this, a pre-post comparison study design was used that involved 88 undergraduate students. The participants were randomly assigned…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Experiments, Elementary School Teachers, Preservice Teachers
Information Technology and Group Work in Physics.
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Howe, C.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1991
The consequences of exchanging ideas while making joint decisions about the paths followed by falling objects are addressed. Based on the results from 12- to 15-year-old pupils (n=82) who responded to computer-presented problems, it is indicated that benefits are to be gained but that constraints additional to joint decision making may be…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Decision Making, Foreign Countries
Formats and Prior Knowledge on Learning in a Computer-Based Lesson.
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ChanLin, Lih-Juan – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2001
Investigated the effects of presentation format (animation, still graphics, text) and the students' prior knowledge on learning a computer-based physics lesson in grades eight and nine. Results of an analysis of covariance indicated that specific presentation formats are not equally effective for the different prior knowledge groups. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Analysis of Covariance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Grade 8
Relating Characteristics of Teaching Situations to Learner Activities.
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Tiberghien, A.; de Vries, E. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1997
Compares collaborative problem solving by learners sitting side-by-side with computer-mediated learning at a distance. Three aspects are studied: high school students' problem- solving strategies and interpretation of the teaching situation; their use of components of the situation; and the cognitive processes involved in understanding domain…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Conventional Instruction