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From Abstract to Tangible: Leveraging Virtual Reality for Playful Math Education
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LeaAnne Daughrity; Candace Walkington; Max Sherard – Grantee Submission, 2025
This study investigates the use of GeoGebra, a Dynamic Geometry Software (DGS) for math learning in Virtual Reality (VR) using head-mounted displays. We conducted a study with n = 20 middle school students receiving a mathematics tutoring intervention over time in a VR environment. Using theories of embodied cognition and playful mathematics, this…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Computer Software, Educational Technology, Computer Simulation
Evaluating the Content Accuracy of Augmented Reality Applications on the Solar System
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Aydin, Mirac; Ozcan, Ibrahim – Physics Education, 2022
Advancements in mobile technologies have accelerated mobile Augmented Reality (AR), and many applications have been developed and presented in online stores. This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of the AR model of the Solar System simulated in mobile AR applications located in the Google Play Store. The applications were examined in the store…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Computer Simulation, Astronomy, Telecommunications
The Simulated Classroom Biology--A Simulated Classroom Environment for Capturing the Action-Oriented Professional Knowledge of Pre-Service Teachers about Evolution
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Fischer, Julian; Machts, Nils; Bruckermann, Till; Möller, Jens; Harms, Ute – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2022
Background: The professional knowledge of pre-service teachers is highly important for effective and successful teaching. In recent years, many research groups have been engaged in developing simulated classroom environments to capture especially the pedagogical knowledge (PK) of pre-service teachers, neglecting the content-related facets of…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education, Biology, Pedagogical Content Knowledge
An Online Astronomy Activity Embedded with REACT Strategy for Preservice Primary School Teachers
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Oktay, Ozlem; Avci, Zeynep; Sen, Ahmet Ilhan – Physics Education, 2022
The purpose of this study was to provide an online astronomy activity using the Stellarium program as a virtual planetarium. The implementation was conducted with 30 preservice primary school teachers (PPTs) who participated in a non-formal workshop that included interactive, technology-based astronomy practices embedded with the…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Science Instruction, Educational Technology, Computer Simulation
Incorporating Service-Learning, Technology, and Research Supportive Teaching Techniques into the University Chemistry Classroom
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Saitta, E. K. H.; Bowdon, M. A.; Geiger, C. L. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2011
Technology was integrated into service-learning activities to create an interactive teaching method for undergraduate students at a large research institution. Chemistry students at the University of Central Florida partnered with high school students at Crooms Academy of Information Technology in interactive service learning projects. The…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Learning Activities, Kinetics, Service Learning
A National Primer on K-12 Online Learning
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Watson, John F. – North American Council for Online Learning, 2007
Online learning is growing rapidly across the United States within all levels of education, as more and more students and educators become familiar with the benefits of learning unconstrained by time and place. Across most states and all grade levels, students are finding increased opportunity, flexibility, and convenience through online learning.…
Descriptors: Definitions, Educational Resources, Student Evaluation, Educational Assessment