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Brasier, Daniel J.; Melville, Michael; Hershock, Chad; Rule, Gordon – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2019
In this study, we investigated the optimal placement of animations and practice and feedback exercises with respect to each other and to static text and graphics in an online DNA replication module. We randomly assigned students in a first-semester introductory biology course for freshmen biology majors and nonmajors to one of four online modules…
Descriptors: Genetics, Introductory Courses, Biology, Science Instruction
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Taramopoulos, A.; Psillos, D. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2017
The present study investigates the impact of utilizing virtual laboratory environments combining dynamically linked concrete and abstract representations in investigative activities on the ability of students to comprehend simple and complex phenomena in the field of electric circuits. Forty-two 16- to 17-year-old high school students participated…
Descriptors: Energy, Computer Simulation, High School Students, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Morice, J.; Michinov, N.; Delaval, M.; Sideridou, A.; Ferrières, V. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2015
Peer instruction has been recognized as an instructional method having a positive impact on learning compared to traditional lectures in science. This method has been widely supported by the socio-constructivist approach to learning giving a positive role to interaction between peers in the construction of knowledge. As far as we know, no study…
Descriptors: Peer Teaching, Science Instruction, Social Cognition, Peer Influence
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Jaakkola, T.; Veermans, K. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2015
Contemporary evidence on the effectiveness of concrete and abstract representations in science education is based solely on studies conducted in college context. There it has been found that learning with abstract representations produces predominantly better outcomes than learning with concrete representations and combining the representations…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Elementary School Science, Science Instruction, Computer Simulation
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Su, C-H.; Cheng, C-H. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2015
This paper aims to investigate how a gamified learning approach influences science learning, achievement and motivation, through a context-aware mobile learning environment, and explains the effects on motivation and student learning. A series of gamified learning activities, based on MGLS (Mobile Gamification Learning System), was developed and…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Science Instruction, Science Achievement, Student Motivation
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Jaakkola, T.; Nurmi, S. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2008
Computer simulations and laboratory activities have been traditionally treated as substitute or competing methods in science teaching. The aim of this experimental study was to investigate if it would be more beneficial to combine simulation and laboratory activities than to use them separately in teaching the concepts of simple electricity. Based…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Computer Simulation, Science Instruction, Energy
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Starbek, P.; Erjavec, M. Starcic; Peklaj, C. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2010
The main goal of this study was to explore whether the use of multimedia in genetics instruction contributes more to students' knowledge and comprehension than other instructional modes. We were also concerned with the influence of different instructional modes on the retention of knowledge and comprehension. In a quasi-experimental design, four…
Descriptors: Comprehension, Quasiexperimental Design, Prior Learning, Genetics
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Muller, D. A.; Bewes, J.; Sharma, M. D.; Reimann, P. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2008
In this study, 364 first-year physics students were randomly assigned to one of four online multimedia treatments on Newton's First and Second Laws of Motion: (1) the "Exposition", a concise lecture-style presentation; (2) the "Extended Exposition", the Exposition with additional interesting information; (3) the "Refutation", the Exposition with…
Descriptors: Prior Learning, Mechanics (Physics), Effect Size, Misconceptions
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Mancey, A. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Describes a study designed to assess the effectiveness of 2 science simulation programs for 11- and 12-year-olds in a developing country (Guyana). Computer-assisted learning (CAL) results are compared with results from written assignments, effect size is discussed, gender differences are examined, and ability levels are considered. (14 references)…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
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Gardner, J.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1993
Describes a study conducted in elementary and secondary schools in Northern Ireland that assessed the impact of the use of laptop computers on academic achievement in mathematics, English, and science. Treatments for the experimental and control groups are described, and performance measures are explained. (seven references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Access to Computers, Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction