NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 9 results Save | Export
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Granic, Andrina; Nakic, Jelena; Marangunic, Nikola – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2020
Although virtual reality became popular technology whose application is recognized in various domains, the field generally still lacks a widespread culture of usability. This is also evident when considering environments intended for learning, specifically virtual learning environments (VLEs). According to our findings, it is clear that there is a…
Descriptors: Usability, Virtual Classrooms, Evaluation Methods, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Chengliang Wang; Xiaojiao Chen; Yifei Li; Pengju Wang; Haoming Wang; Yuanyuan Li – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2025
This study explored the impact of MetaClassroom, a virtual immersive programming learning environment designed based on the three-dimensional learning progression (3DLP) concept, on students' multidimensional development. Utilizing a quasi-experimental research design, this study compared students' programming learning achievements (PLA),…
Descriptors: Programming, Computer Science Education, Metacognition, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Xu, Xinhao; Wang, Fang – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2022
This paper reports an immersive virtual reality lab (iVRLab) training environment that offers college students an immersive and embodied experience in engineering lab work. The iVRLab provides a simple and safe environment for students to learn the complex lab operations to process and prepare silicon wafers. It features highly embodied…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Laboratory Experiments, Pandemics, COVID-19
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Molan, Safa; Weber, Delene; Kor, Matin – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2022
A problem-based immersive virtual environment (IVE) about bushfire safety was developed as a learning tool for children aged 10-12. Its effectiveness was assessed in relation to children's ability to determine how to be safer in a bushfire incident. A series of experiential activities were developed in the IVE with digital storytelling and…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Virtual Classrooms, Children, Fire Protection
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Huang, Chiao Ling; Luo, Yi Fang; Yang, Shu Ching; Lu, Chia Mei; Chen, An-Sing – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2020
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship among Taiwanese high school students' learning style, sense of presence, cognitive load, and affective and cognitive learning outcomes in an immersive virtual reality-based learning environment. This study used a teaching experiment intervention method. Seventy-seven students…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Difficulty Level, Outcomes of Education, Virtual Classrooms
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Kim, Heesung; Ke, Fengfeng – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2016
The pedagogical and design considerations for the use of a virtual reality (VR) learning environment are important for prospective and current teachers. However, empirical research investigating how preservice teachers interact with transformative content representation, facilitation, and learning activities in a VR educational simulation is still…
Descriptors: Virtual Classrooms, Computer Simulation, Preservice Teachers, Student Experience
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Kim, Deoksoon; Blankenship, Rebecca J. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2013
This study evaluated preservice teachers' professional-knowledge transformation while they participated in simulated professional-development activities via a "Second Life" virtual classroom--an Internet-based multiuser virtual environment (MUVE). While a cohort of preservice teachers experienced the MUVE environment, the instrumental exploratory…
Descriptors: Virtual Classrooms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Video Technology
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Mayrath, Michael C.; Traphagan, Tomoko; Jarmon, Leslie; Trivedi, Avani; Resta, Paul – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2010
Substantial evidence now supports pedagogical applications of virtual worlds; however, most research supporting virtual worlds for education has been conducted using researcher-developed Multi-User Virtual Environments (MUVE). Second Life (SL) is a MUVE that has been adopted by a large number of academic institutions; however, little research has…
Descriptors: Virtual Classrooms, Instructional Design, Computer Simulation, Simulated Environment
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Warren, Scott J.; Stein, Richard A.; Dondlinger, Mary Jo; Barab, Sasha A. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2009
The number of games, simulations, and multi-user virtual environments designed to promote learning, engagement with subject matter, or intended to contextualize learning has been steadily increasing over the past decade. While the use of these digital designs in educational settings has begun to show promise for improving learning, motivation, and…
Descriptors: Instructional Design, Virtual Classrooms, Writing Skills, Educational Games