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Full-Text Articles in Educational Technology
Analyzing Online Asynchronous Discussions With A Visual Data Analytic Tool (Snapp), John Mccormick, Heather Tillberg-Webb
Analyzing Online Asynchronous Discussions With A Visual Data Analytic Tool (Snapp), John Mccormick, Heather Tillberg-Webb
Staff Scholarship
In the “age of globalization,” construction of effective learning environments takes into account the development of a community of inquiry and incorporates visual tools for quick evaluation of the vibrancy of the learning environment. Discussion forums are an essential tool for co-construction of knowledge in a community of practice (Lave and Wenger, 1991) and for supporting a Community of Inquiry model (Garrison et al, 2003). For the purposes this session, effective online discussions are communications that build community and take place in forums designed for threaded, text-based interaction that help learners:
- Attain course learning outcomes
- Understand course content through collaborative …
Cirt Newsletter--November 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Cirt Newsletter--November 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
CIRT News
This issue contains:
Faculty Spotlight: Creating an Oral History of Jacksonville's Hispanic Community
Maintaining Instructional Presence in Online Courses
Upcoming Events
Digital Thinking: Qualtrics
Best Practices Online: Improving Student Learning with Assessment
Blackboard News: Maintenance Window and Future Upgrades
CIRT Online Scheduling for Instructional Design Consultations and Scantron Grading
App Review: Flipboard
News from ITS: Cyberawareness and IT Reorg
New in CIRT: Kindle Fire, iPad Class Set and Department Promotions
Cirt Newsletter--September 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Cirt Newsletter--September 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
CIRT News
This issue contains:
Faculty Spotlight: Using Video Walk-Throughs to Illustrate Problem-Solving Processes
New in CIRT
Upcoming Events
Digital Thinking: CIRT's New Video Setup
Best Practices Online: Managing Media Files in Blackboard
Blackboard News: Bb World 2012, Mobile Testing, and DEV Course Deletes
New Survey Tool Coming to Campus: Qualtrics
App Review: UNF Mobile
News from ITS: Technology Assistance Center in the Carpenter Library
Improving Stem Education In Research: Preliminary Report On The Development Of A Computer-Assisted Student-Mentor Research Community, David A. Rios, Artem Chebotko, Christine Reilly, Ralph Carlson, Emmett Tomai, Amy A. Weimer, Nicholas Weimer, Thomas Pearson, Francis Andoh-Baidoo, Robert Winkle, David Ammons, Joanne Rampersad-Ammons
Improving Stem Education In Research: Preliminary Report On The Development Of A Computer-Assisted Student-Mentor Research Community, David A. Rios, Artem Chebotko, Christine Reilly, Ralph Carlson, Emmett Tomai, Amy A. Weimer, Nicholas Weimer, Thomas Pearson, Francis Andoh-Baidoo, Robert Winkle, David Ammons, Joanne Rampersad-Ammons
Computer Science Faculty Publications and Presentations
Research education in STEM disciplines currently suffers from 1) The inability to feasibly collect highly detailed data on both the student’s and mentor’s activities; 2) The lack of tools to assist students and mentors in organizing and managing their research activities and environments; and 3) The inability to correlate a student’s assessment results with their actual research activities. Together these three problems act to impede both the improvement and educational quality of student research experiences. We propose a computer-assisted student-mentor research community as a solution to these problems. Within this community setting, students and their mentors are provided tools to …
Simulating Real Lives: Promoting Global Empathy And Interest In Learning Through Simulation Games, Christine Bachen, Pedro F. Hernández-Ramos, Chad Raphael
Simulating Real Lives: Promoting Global Empathy And Interest In Learning Through Simulation Games, Christine Bachen, Pedro F. Hernández-Ramos, Chad Raphael
Communication
In response to an increasingly interdependent world, educators are demonstrating a growing interest in educating for global citizenship. Many definitions of the “good global citizen” value empathy as an especially important disposition for understanding others across national borders and cultural divides. Yet it may be difficult for people to achieve empathy with others who are perceived as psychologically and geographically distant. Can computerized simulation games help foster global empathy and interest in global civic learning? This quasiexperimental classroom study of 301 Northern California high school students in three schools examined the effects of playing REAL LIVES, a simulation game that …
Teaching Online Seminar: A Focused Approach To Designing And Delivering Courses For Distance Learning--Summer A, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Teaching Online Seminar: A Focused Approach To Designing And Delivering Courses For Distance Learning--Summer A, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Teaching Online (TOL) Cohorts
A teaching seminar on designing and delivering courses for distance learning in Summer term A
Teaching Online Seminar: A Focused Approach To Designing And Delivering Courses For Distance Learning--Summer B, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Teaching Online Seminar: A Focused Approach To Designing And Delivering Courses For Distance Learning--Summer B, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Teaching Online (TOL) Cohorts
A seminar on designing and delivering courses for distance learning in Summer term B 2012
Overcoming Barriers: How Community College Faculty Successfully Overcome Barriers To Participation In Distance Education, Matthew Meyer
Overcoming Barriers: How Community College Faculty Successfully Overcome Barriers To Participation In Distance Education, Matthew Meyer
Educational Foundations & Leadership Theses & Dissertations
To determine the primary barriers encountered by community college faculty in participating in distance education, community college faculty and administrators from community colleges in North Carolina and Virginia were surveyed using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Two separate online surveys were provided to faculty and distance education administrators (including chief academic officers) that included demographic questions and barrier assessment questions for both groups. Follow-up interviews were conducted among faculty and administrators at colleges that self-reported having successful or poorly performing distance education programs. To further frame the attributes of faculty participators and non-participators in distance education, the diffusion of innovations …
The Effects Of An Online Sleep Hygiene Intervention On Students' Sleep Quality, Giuliana Farias
The Effects Of An Online Sleep Hygiene Intervention On Students' Sleep Quality, Giuliana Farias
Psychology Theses & Dissertations
Students in college or in their first year of medical school undergo increased educational and social pressure. To cope, students may sacrifice sleep to meet demands. Poor sleep affects learning, performance, and health. Studies have been successful at improving sleep quality through the use of in-person recruitment or cognitive-behavioral therapy delivered over the internet (Trockel, Manber, Chang, Thurston, & Tailor, 2011). The purpose of the current study was to investigate whether an online sleep hygiene intervention could improve sleep quality. One hundred thirty-eight students from one undergraduate institution in Southeast Virginia completed this study. Students were divided into groups; one …
Serious Game Design Principles: The Impact Of Game Design On Learning Outcomes, Michael W. Martin
Serious Game Design Principles: The Impact Of Game Design On Learning Outcomes, Michael W. Martin
Computational Modeling & Simulation Engineering Theses & Dissertations
This dissertation examines the research question "How do video game design principles affect learning outcomes in serious games?" This research first develops a theoretical foundation concerning the meaning of the terms "game" and "serious game". This conceptual clarification is broken down into analytic propositions, which state that games have participants, rules, goals and challenges, and synthetic propositions, which state that the games should be intrinsically compelling, provide meaningful choices, and be self encapsulated. Based on these synthetic propositions, three hypotheses were developed. The hypotheses are that games with an enhanced aesthetic presentation, more meaningful choices, or provide player competition will …
Using Decision-Making Techniques In Support Of Simulation Training Transfer Selections, Jane Taylor Bachman
Using Decision-Making Techniques In Support Of Simulation Training Transfer Selections, Jane Taylor Bachman
Computational Modeling & Simulation Engineering Theses & Dissertations
A general methodological approach for determining the selection of military training simulations with respect to military training requirements has not been developed. This thesis undertakes a literature review, which indicated that there was a need for a multi-criteria decision making model to assist acquisition and/or training planners in making training selection decisions. The Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Model was selected from a multi-criteria decision-making model candidate list for evaluation of its efficacy in selecting military training simulations based upon the military training requirements. Four separate trainee populations, Alpha, Beta, Charlie, and Delta, were evaluated. Results from the Alpha study case …
Assessing Technological Literacy Of Middle School Students, Lawrence E. Whitman, Mandy C. Phelps, Karen V. Reynolds, Barbara S. Chaparro
Assessing Technological Literacy Of Middle School Students, Lawrence E. Whitman, Mandy C. Phelps, Karen V. Reynolds, Barbara S. Chaparro
Publications
Project Lead the Way (PLTW) is a rigorous and relevant pre-engineering curriculum implemented in middle schools and high schools throughout the United States. PLTW has a hands-on approach using activities and project-based learning. The College of Engineering at Wichita State University has partnered with three local school districts to implement the PLTW program to increase interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). This study begins to assess the impact of the PLTW program on student perceptions and attitudes toward engineering and technology as part of an ongoing three-year assessment. A pre- and post-assessment were administered to middle school students …
The Power And Utility Of Reflective Learning Portfolios In Honors, Christopher R. Corley, John Zubizarreta
The Power And Utility Of Reflective Learning Portfolios In Honors, Christopher R. Corley, John Zubizarreta
History Department Publications
The explosive growth of learning portfolios in higher education as a compelling tool for enhanced student learning, assessment, and career preparation is a sign of the increasing significance of reflective practice and mindful, systematic documentation in promoting deep, meaningful, transformative learning experiences. The advent of sophisticated electronic technologies has augmented the power of portfolios and created a virtual industry dedicated to platforms and strategies associated with electronic portfolios and the diverse purposes they can serve in curricular, programmatic, and institutional assessment efforts. The intellectual and practical relevance of such innovations in the honors context is clear. Honors programs and colleges …
Employment Of Command And Control Systems Within The U.S. Marine Corps, Aaron B. Lang
Employment Of Command And Control Systems Within The U.S. Marine Corps, Aaron B. Lang
STEMPS Theses & Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to identify potential barriers to the effective employment of command and control (C2) systems to enhance warfighter readiness. Five research hypotheses guided this study, which addressed the perception of the effective employment of Marine Corps C2 systems based on demographic characteristics, which included: organization, occupational field, experience, rank, and recent deployment experience.
The population of the study included Active and Reserve Staff Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) and Officers that now serve, or have recently served in an infantry unit within the Operating Forces, and the Marines and civilian employees involved in the capability development, acquisition, …
The Effects Of Digital Technology On Basic Writing, Leslie Denise Norris
The Effects Of Digital Technology On Basic Writing, Leslie Denise Norris
English Theses & Dissertations
At this study's research site—a small, Virginia community college—faculty, staff and students use digital technology to share information daily, which could cause a problem for some students: students may need digital literacy instruction before the college requires those courses. Another potential problem is that scholars (Stephens, Houser, and Cowan) indicate that some instructors across the academy treat students negatively if students do not demonstrate digital, rhetorical dexterity when communicating—particular digital skills that some students lack.
For this study, I surveyed basic writing (BW) instructors and students at the research site to learn more about their digital experiences. The surveys yielded …
The Impact Of An Intensive Experience On Prospective Teachers' Perception Of The Uses Of Digital, Interactive Text Among K-12 Students, Francis W. Stonier
The Impact Of An Intensive Experience On Prospective Teachers' Perception Of The Uses Of Digital, Interactive Text Among K-12 Students, Francis W. Stonier
Teaching & Learning Theses & Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to measure pre-service teacher perception, awareness, and potential use of digital literacies, media, and digital interactive text in their future classrooms. The study grew from the theoretical rationales of new literacies, technological pedagogical content knowledge, and constructivism. New literacies are essentially the skills teachers and students need to utilize and develop in order to interact with novel digital sources. Research was aimed not simply at exposing pre-service teachers to the possibilities, but to gauge their current knowledge, interest, and views of potential future application of said technologies and student learning needs before and after …
2012 Ijbe Front Matter, Tamra Connor
2012 Ijbe Front Matter, Tamra Connor
International Journal for Business Education
- Editorial Board
- President's Letter
- SIEC-ISBE International
Cirt Newsletter--March 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Cirt Newsletter--March 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
CIRT News
This issue contains the following articles:
Faculty Spotlight: Tools to Support and Measure Collaboration
Academic Integrity in Online Courses
Upcoming Events
Digital Thinking: Using iPads for Research
Best Practices Online: Usability & Accessibility
Blackboard News: Maintenance and Upgrades
Blackboard Course & User Retention
App Review: EverNote
News from ITS
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Cirt Newsletter--January 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
Cirt Newsletter--January 2012, Center For Instruction & Research Technology (Cirt)
CIRT News
This issue contains:
Faculty Spotlight: Using Google Calendar and Blackboard to Facilitate Program Communication
UNF Member Resources for Teaching and Research
Upcoming Events
Digital Thinking: Video Assignments
Update on Online ISQ Pilot
Best Practices Online: Rubrics
Blackboard News
CIRT Teaching Online (TOL) Seminar 2012
CIRT Launches Blog
App Review: Image to Text
News from ITS
New Faces and Places in CIRT
Immersion Within Call, Jaime Ann Jones
Immersion Within Call, Jaime Ann Jones
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this research study was to explore the idea of immersion and what constitutes immersion in Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL). CALL has increasingly become important in the field of SLA (Second Language Acquisition) and continues to grow in usage each year. As a graduate instructor of a basic level French course, my research focused on the immersion factor of CALL programs. This research was designed to obtain and analyze first year French students opinions of a CD-ROM CALL program by asking the following questions: (1) Did the participants feel immersed in the French language using the CD-ROM? …
Interactive Whiteboard: Benefits Of Interactive Whiteboard Technology In The Classroom, Laura Susana MáRquez
Interactive Whiteboard: Benefits Of Interactive Whiteboard Technology In The Classroom, Laura Susana MáRquez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to inform educators of the benefits of integrating the interactive whiteboards technology in their pedagogy, and to possibly influence its impact in the academic of English language learners in the content areas.
Empowering Non-Traditional Students To Succeed In Online Programs, Gordon R. Haley, Jennifer E. Booker
Empowering Non-Traditional Students To Succeed In Online Programs, Gordon R. Haley, Jennifer E. Booker
Publications
In their research on student learning Rieh and Hilligoss (2008) study the proximal factors of today’s students and how they interact with technology, in their pursuit of information. This paper looks at how race, age and job status are related to students’ perception of their in.
Prompting Self-Monitoring Of Learning In Self-Paced Computer Based Training: The Effect On Self-Regulation And Learning, Christopher J. Coburn
Prompting Self-Monitoring Of Learning In Self-Paced Computer Based Training: The Effect On Self-Regulation And Learning, Christopher J. Coburn
STEMPS Theses & Dissertations
The purpose of this dissertation was to investigate the effects of prompting students to monitor their use of learning strategies and comprehension while completing self-paced, work-related training in a computer-based learning environment. Study participants included 94 enlisted military volunteers, randomly assigned to one of three groups in the spring of 2012. Changes in strategy use and comprehension were evaluated within and between groups receiving either immediate, delayed or no prompts using multiple methods of measurement, both during and after training. Prompts asked participants to rate their level of agreement to statements regarding their strategy use and comprehension of lesson content. …
Factors That Female Higher Education Faculty In Select Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics (Stem) Fields Perceive As Being Influential To Their Success And Persistence In Their Chosen Professions, Phyllis Bernice Opare
STEMPS Theses & Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to determine factors female higher education faculty in select science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields perceived as influential to their success and persistence in their chosen professions. Females are underrepresented in STEM professions including academia, despite the fact that female educational attainment in all fields have increased significantly.
Four research questions were used to guide this study and they are: 1) What personal factors affect females' ability to successfully persist in STEM faculty positions? 2) What social factors affect females' ability to successfully persist in STEM faculty positions? 3) What academic/institutional factors affect …
Can You Hear Me Now? Assessing Students' Classroom Communication Preferences Via A Telephone Conference Activity, Sharon G. Heilmann
Can You Hear Me Now? Assessing Students' Classroom Communication Preferences Via A Telephone Conference Activity, Sharon G. Heilmann
Faculty Publications
Telephone conference presentation delivery was compared to face-to-face classroom delivery in an undergraduate business course setting to assess whether concern over presenting in front of the class and/or gender impacted presentation mode preference. After completing a classroom exercise, students (n=102) were surveyed and asked to compare delivery methods from two courses, one requiring a telephone conference and the other requiring a face-to-face classroom presentation, in terms of perceived effectiveness, feedback, teamwork, instructor cues, preparation time, and overall comfort. Independent sample t-test results indicated respondents who worried about presenting in front of the class believed the telephone conference format required more …
A Special Dvd Homework Project To Assist At-Risk Students With Reading Practice, Mary Kathleen Kronemeyer
A Special Dvd Homework Project To Assist At-Risk Students With Reading Practice, Mary Kathleen Kronemeyer
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was designed to give students and their family's additional support in language arts through a technologically facilitated means to review the skills and strategies that are covered in one theme of the first grade Houghton Mifflin Reading Program. This project provides this additional instruction via a DVD which models ways for the students to practice spelling, practice sight words, reinforce the grammar shills of nouns and verbs and review definitions of vocabulary words.
Putting The Blend In Product Training: A Blended Learning Approach With Edu 2.0, Katherine Taylor Mudd
Putting The Blend In Product Training: A Blended Learning Approach With Edu 2.0, Katherine Taylor Mudd
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to develop a potential training structure for future sales employees. It served to develop a blended learning environment for sales staff that incorporated face-to-face, ha nds on utilization of the newest product line, EMT3, with an online component.
Digital Gaming As A Learning Tool : A Literature Review, Seth Weylin Vickers
Digital Gaming As A Learning Tool : A Literature Review, Seth Weylin Vickers
Graduate Research Papers
This review of literature focuses on the uses of digital gaming within learning environments. Using academic journal articles, the author reviews the advantages and disadvantages of using digital games, ways instructors are using digital games, the uses of educational as well as recreational digital games, considerations for implementing digital games, and an overview on the importance of digital security. The benefits include increased motivation, collaboration, and the increased opportunity of a learner potentially entering the flow experience. The disadvantages include health risks as well as some learners' negative attitudes towards digital gaming. The author recommends instructors to consider using digital …
International Society For Technology In Education Sigml White Paper On Theory To Practice, Helen Crompton, Mark Van't Hooft
International Society For Technology In Education Sigml White Paper On Theory To Practice, Helen Crompton, Mark Van't Hooft
Teaching & Learning Faculty Publications
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Qr Codes 101, Helen Crompton, Jason Lafrance, Mark Van't Hooft
Qr Codes 101, Helen Crompton, Jason Lafrance, Mark Van't Hooft
Teaching & Learning Faculty Publications
QR codes are a fast, easy, free, and fun way to spice up your lesson plans and school communication by linking the brick-and-mortar world to the digital domain. If you’re not using them in your classroom yet, here’s a primer and some inspiring ideas to get you started.