The challenge of promoting algorithmic thinking of both sciences- and humanities-oriented learners
The research results we present in this paper reveal that properly calibrated e-learning tools have potential to effectively promote the algorithmic thinking of both science-oriented and humanities-oriented students. After students had watched an ...
Effects of abstract and concrete simulation elements on science learning
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 ...
The effectiveness of a computer-assisted math learning program
Computer-assisted instruction CAI programs are considered as a way to improve learning outcomes of students. However, little is known on the schools who implement such programs as well as on the effectiveness of similar information and communication ...
Using wikis and collaborative learning for science teachers' professional development
Wiki bears great potential to transform learning and instruction by scaffolding personal and social constructivism. Past studies have shown that proper application of wiki benefits both students and teachers; however, few studies have integrated wiki ...
A flowchart-based intelligent tutoring system for improving problem-solving skills of novice programmers
Intelligent tutoring and personalization are considered as the two most important factors in the research of learning systems and environments. An effective tool that can be used to improve problem-solving ability is an Intelligent Tutoring System which ...
Students' usability evaluation of a Web-based tutorial program for college biology problem solving
The understanding of core concepts and processes of science in solving problems is important to successful learning in biology. We have designed and developed a Web-based, self-directed tutorial program, SOLVEIT, that provides various scaffolds e.g., ...
Online system adoption and K-12 academic outcomes
This study seeks to understand the relationship between K-12 online system adoption e.g., Blackboard, Edmodo, WordPress and school-level academic achievement ratings. Utilizing a novel approach to data collection via website data extraction and indexing ...
