Using a “prediction–observation–explanation” inquiry model to enhance student interest and intention to continue science learning predicted by their Internet cognitive failure
ARTICLE
Jon-Chao Hong, Department of Industrial Education, Taiwan ; Ming-Yueh Hwang, Department of Adult and Continuing Education, Taiwan ; Ming-Chou Liu, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan ; Huei-Yin Ho, Department of Science Education, Taiwan ; Yi-Ling Chen, Department of Industrial Education, Taiwan
Computers & Education Volume 72, Number 1, ISSN 0360-1315 Publisher: Elsevier Ltd
Abstract
The development of information technology, such as iPad applications, facilitates the implementation of constructivist teaching methods. Thus, the present study developed a “prediction–observation–explanation” (POE) inquiry-based learning mode to teach science concepts using the iPad2. The study used the “attention-to-affect” model with a self-report measure to determine the antecedent factor – Internet cognitive failure – related to learning interest based on students' continuance intentions to practice POE inquiry using the iPad2. A total of 96 elementary 6th grade students participated in the study and completed the questionnaires, of which 81 effective questionnaires were validated for the confirmatory factor analysis with structural equation modeling. The results of this study indicated that Internet cognitive failure was negatively associated with three types of learning interest as indicated by high levels of liking, enjoyment, and engagement. On the other hand, three types of learning interest were positively correlated to continuance learning through iPad2 interactions. The results suggested that the POE mode of inquiry is suitable for implementing at an intelligent mobile device to enhance young students' interest and continuance intentions with respect to the learning of science.
Citation
Hong, J.C., Hwang, M.Y., Liu, M.C., Ho, H.Y. & Chen, Y.L. (2014). Using a “prediction–observation–explanation” inquiry model to enhance student interest and intention to continue science learning predicted by their Internet cognitive failure. Computers & Education, 72(1), 110-120. Elsevier Ltd. Retrieved March 1, 2021 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/200918/.
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