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Tsai, Meng-Jung; Wu, An-Hsuan; Chen, Yuping – Applied Cognitive Psychology, 2019
This study aimed to examine how different forms (still pictures vs. animations) of seductive illustrations impact text-and-graphic learning processes, perceptions, and outcomes. An eye-tracking experiment of three groups (static, dynamic, and control) was conducted with 60 college and graduate students while learning with PowerPoint slides about…
Descriptors: Eye Movements, Illustrations, Learning Processes, Animation
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Grabowski, Michelle – Journal of Extension, 2010
Adobe[R] Presenter software provides educators with a tool to create narrated distance learning presentations. This article describes Adobe[R] Presenter's many features and explains which most strongly affect learning. Six Adobe[R] Presenter trainings were presented to 62 volunteers preparing to provide information at a public outreach event. One…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Prior Learning, Computer Software, Volunteers
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Shao, Kun; Maher, Peter – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2012
Purpose: Teaching advanced technical concepts in a computer science program to students of different technical backgrounds presents many challenges. The purpose of this paper is to present a detailed experimental pedagogy in teaching advanced computer science topics, such as computer networking, telecommunications and data structures using…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Active Learning, Telecommunications, Computer Networks
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Herbert, Sandra; Pierce, Robyn – International Journal of Computers for Mathematical Learning, 2008
Does speed provide a "model for" rate of change in other contexts? Does JavaMathWorlds (JMW), animated simulation software, assist in the development of the "model for" rate of change? This project investigates the transference of understandings of rate gained in a motion context to a non-motion context. Students were 27 14-15 year old students at…
Descriptors: Prior Learning, Motion, Models, Animation
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Toplis, Rob – Chemistry Education Research and Practice, 2008
This paper reports case study research into the knowledge and understanding of chemistry for six secondary science student teachers. It combines innovative student-generated computer animations, using "ChemSense" software, with interviews to probe understanding of four common chemical processes used in the secondary school curriculum. Findings…
Descriptors: Student Teachers, Prior Learning, Chemistry, Computer Software