Browsing by Subject: Computer Sciences
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Helping Students Learn "How to Learn" from Texts: Towards an ITS for Developing Metacognition
Sadhana Puntambekar
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 23, No. 1 (1995) pp. 163–82
Defines metacognition, examines metacognitive differences in learners, reviews past and current developments in intelligent tutoring systems, and introduces a computer-based system to help learners... More
pp. 163-82
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Cognitive Apprenticeship and Its Application to the Teaching of Smalltalk in a Multimedia Interactive Learning Environment
Yam San Chee
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 23, No. 1 (1995) pp. 133–61
Reviews traditional approaches to learning and education, and examines the use of cognitive apprenticeship as an improved approach. Explores and evaluates the application of cognitive... More
pp. 133-61
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A Methodology for the Analysis of Patterns of Participation within Computer Mediated Communication Courses
Christina Howell-Richardson & Harvey Mellar
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 24, No. 1 (1996) pp. 47–69
Proposes a methodology for the analysis of text-based interchanges on computer-mediated conferences used in distance education courses which is based on speech act theory and which takes the... More
pp. 47-69
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An Experiential System for Learning Probability: Stat Lady Description and Evaluation
Valerie J. Shute
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 24, No. 1 (1996) pp. 25–46
Describes a computer-based instructional system called Stat Lady and reports the results of an evaluation study of undergraduates that tested the efficacy of learning probability from this program ... More
pp. 25-46
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CONTACT-2: A Computer-Assisted Instructional Strategy for Promoting Conceptual Change
Harm J. A. Biemans & P Robert-Jan Simons
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 24, No. 2 (1996) pp. 157–76
Tests the effectiveness of CONTACT-2, a revision of CONTACT strategy, which uses continuous, computer-assisted activation of learner conceptions in text processing. CONTACT-2 was found to be more... More
pp. 157-76
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Collaborative Learning Processes Associated with High and Low Conceptual Progress
Jun Oshima
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 24, No. 2 (1996) pp. 125–55
Computer-Supported Intentional Learning Environments (CSILE) is a database system in which learners collaboratively construct the knowledge represented in the database. This study examines how... More
pp. 125-55
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Natural Language Processing Techniques in Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Status and Instructional Issues
V Melissa Holland & Jonathan D. Kaplan
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 23, No. 5 (1995) pp. 351–80
Describes the role of natural language processing (NLP) techniques, such as parsing and semantic analysis, within current language tutoring systems. Examines trends, design issues and tradeoffs,... More
pp. 351-80
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A Living Library: New Model for Global Electronic Interactivity and Networking in the Garden
Bonnie Sherk
Visible Language Vol. 29, No. 2 (1995) pp. 180–85
Describes the Living Library, an idea to create a network of international cultural parks in different cities of the world using new communications technologies on-line in a garden setting,... More
pp. 180-85
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A Computer-Based Tool for Introducing Turfgrass Species
T W. Fermanian & D J. Wehner
Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education Vol. 24, No. 1 (1995) pp. 45–48
Describes a self-contained computer application constructed using the SuperCard development tool which introduces the characteristics of turfgrass species and their optimum environments. Evaluates ... More
pp. 45-48
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The Soil Stack: An Interactive Computer Program Describing Basic Soil Science and Soil Degradation
S R. Cattle
Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education Vol. 24, No. 1 (1995) pp. 33–36
A computer program dealing with numerous aspects of soil degradation has a target audience of high school and university students (16-20 year olds), and is presented in a series of cards grouped... More
pp. 33-36
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Perspectives on the Design of Human-Computer Interactions: Issues and Implications
Mark J. Gavora & Michael Hannafin
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 22, No. 6 (1994) pp. 445–77
Considers several perspectives on interaction strategies for computer-aided learning; examines dimensions of interaction; and presents a model for the design of interaction strategies. Topics... More
pp. 445-77
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Differential Effects of Instructional Support on Learning in Simulation Environments
Marcel V. J. Veenman & Jan J. Elshout
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 22, No. 5 (1994) pp. 363–83
Investigates a complex aptitude treatment interaction (ATI) of intelligence and metacognitive skill as aptitudes with structuredness of learning environment as treatment, based on a study of... More
pp. 363-83
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Cognitive Apprenticeship in a CAL-Environment for Functionally Illiterate Adults
H F. M. De Bruijn
Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences Vol. 23, No. 4 (1995) pp. 221–41
Describes a computer program for arithmetic in which the use of the operationalized cognitive apprenticeship methods was studied together with effects of modelling and coaching on student... More
pp. 221-41
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A rationalised curriculum of computer education for university students in natural sciences in China
Heru Xue, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China; William W. Guo, Central Queensland University, Australia
ASCILITE - Australian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education Annual Conference 2011 (2011) pp. 1363–1366
pp. 1363-1366
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Experiences with Extreme Programming
Linda Sherrell, Bhagavathy Krishna, Natasha Velaga, Pavan Vejandla & Mahesh Satharla, University of Memphis, United States
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching Vol. 29, No. 3 (August 2010) pp. 247–268
*** Invited as a paper from ED-MEDIA 2009 *** Agile methodologies have become increasingly popular among software developers as evidenced by industrial participation at related conferences. The... More
pp. 247-268
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Moodog: Tracking Student Activity in Online Course Management Systems
Hangjin Zhang & Kevin Almeroth, University of California in Santa Barbara, United States
Journal of Interactive Learning Research Vol. 21, No. 3 (July 2010) pp. 407–429
Many universities are currently using Course Management Systems (CMSes) to conduct online learning, for example, by distributing course materials or submitting homework assignments. However, most... More
pp. 407-429
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Learning-by-Teaching in Educational Game: Educational Outcome, User Experience and Social Networks
Harri Ketamo, Satakunta University of Applied Sciences, Finland; Marko Suominen, Tampere University of Technology, Finland
Journal of Interactive Learning Research Vol. 21, No. 2 (April 2010) pp. 237–255
This paper summarizes the pedagogical design, product development and empirical evaluations of the game series, Animal Class, in terms of design study. The design phases, as well as the evaluation ... More
pp. 237-255
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E-contests in Mathematics: Technological Challenges versus Technological Innovations
Zekeriya Karadag & Douglas McDougall, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of University of Toronto, Canada
EdMedia + Innovate Learning 2008 (Jun 30, 2008) pp. 6331–6336
This study introduces the idea of e-contests for mathematics. The idea is based on screen-casting students’ problem-solving processes in a computer environment and assessing their solution... More
pp. 6331-6336
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A Class-Based Web Recommendation by User Browsing Behavior
Chen-Chung Chi, Chin-Hwa Kuo & Tao-Hsiang Yang, Tamkang University, Taiwan
EdMedia + Innovate Learning 2008 (Jun 30, 2008) pp. 6259–6264
Abstract: Using the concept of social navigation, the web pages browsed by users are used to recommend web pages to each other. After the analysis of the history of recently viewed web pages, we... More
pp. 6259-6264
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Challenges of Asynchronous Programming: From the AJAX Interface to the Database – A Case Study
Robert Dollinger & Joseph Barjis, UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT, United States
EdMedia + Innovate Learning 2008 (Jun 30, 2008) pp. 6241–6250
In developing educational multimedia applications, asynchronous programming is becoming more common in application development due to recent advances in technologies like AJAX and asynchronous... More
pp. 6241-6250