Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Articles 1 - 2 of 2
Full-Text Articles in Engineering Education
Work-In-Progress: Enhancing Conceptual Understanding By Using A Real-Time Online Class Response System In Engineering Courses, Lulu Sun, Yan Tang
Work-In-Progress: Enhancing Conceptual Understanding By Using A Real-Time Online Class Response System In Engineering Courses, Lulu Sun, Yan Tang
Publications
To engage students, and assess students’ understanding in real-time, Classroom Response Systems (CRS), have been increasingly used in many engineering classrooms. Previous research has shown that CRS can enhance students’ participation, promote active learning, and develop their critical thinking skills. It can also generate either neutral or positive learning outcomes depending on whether it is combined with other cooperative learning strategies. This paper presents a collaborative study on how to combine the implementation of a web-based CRS with class discussion to clarify student misconceptions in a freshman-level engineering graphics course, a sophomore-level dynamics course, and a senior-level control systems course …
The Use Of A Real Time Online Class Response System To Enhance Classroom Learning, Lulu Sun
The Use Of A Real Time Online Class Response System To Enhance Classroom Learning, Lulu Sun
Publications
A real time online class response system was used in class to quickly query student population’s grasp of concepts, engage class participation, check their attendance, and clarify any misconceptions. The biggest challenges for the instructor are time needed to learn the new system, creating effective concept questions, adequate coverage of course material, and ability to respond to instantaneous student feedback. Student challenges include increased confusion if inappropriate wording for the questions, and a negative reaction to the approach in general. Overall this is a highly flexible use of interactive technology for engaging students in any discipline during the class time.