Design and Development of Constructivist Web-Based Learning Environment with Augmented Reality to Enhance Critical Reading for First-Year Information Technology Students of Two-Year College in Cambodia

2019 ◽  
pp. 527-536
Author(s):  
Panhavon Chea ◽  
Sumalee Chaijaroen
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
First Year ◽  
Critical Reading ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Two Year College ◽  
Technology Students ◽  
Web Based Learning ◽  
Information Technology Students

scholarly journals Developing a web based blended learning technique to improve computer programming competence of information technology students

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Priyalushinee Jackson
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Computer Programming ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Technology Students ◽  
Programming Students ◽  
Learning Technique ◽  
Information Technology Students

Computer-programming dexterity is an essential skill for students of computer science, information technology and engineering who are intrinsically expected to be able to do programming. However, teaching and learning computer-programming concepts and skills have been recognised as a great challenge for both teachers and students, for many reasons. Computer-programming requires new ideas in thinking and conceptualising practical solutions. It requires creative skills in solving practical, but often difficult problems. Moreover, computer-programming students, generally lack problem-solving skills and self-efficacy. They typically find it difficult to use artificial programming languages to solve challenging problems. There is the problem of poor background in science and mathematics that would help students to rapidly understand the intricacies of computer-programming. Students are not motivated to overcome the fear of the bizarre syntax of computer-programming codes. These challenges, coupled with the huge potential of computing applications in the society have made the development of effective pedagogies and environments for computer-programming courses, an important issue. To address this issue in a unique way, this study proposes to explore a web-based, blended learning technique with minimal instructor intervention, to improve the computer-programming competence of information technology students. These students are expected to have developed an acceptable level of computer-programming competence at university to be job ready and to be self-reliant in their future careers. The technique being proposed in this study was implemented in a blackboard ™/®/© web-based environment. The effectiveness of the technique was demonstrated using experimentation coupled with the data analysis method that is based on the three-parameter item response theory and retrospective pretest. The method used in this study to evaluate computer- programming competence of students reflects the perspective of the students in the evaluation process. The results of the study indeed show that using the proposed technique, information technology students dynamically collaborate with their peers with minimal instructor intervention towards improving their computer-programming competence.

scholarly journals A Student-Generated Video Careers Project

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 32-51
Author(s):  
Laurel Evelyn Dyson ◽  
Jessica Katherine Frawley
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
First Year ◽  
It Professionals ◽  
Student Activities ◽  
Technology Students ◽  
Metacognitive Processes ◽  
Information Technology Students ◽  
Active Learner

This article describes how in recent years, the multimedia recording capabilities of mobile devices have been used increasingly to create a more active, learner-centred educational experience. Despite the proven value of student-generated multimedia projects, there are still gaps in our understanding of how students learn during them. This article reports on a project in which first-year information technology students interviewed IT professionals in their workplace and video-recorded the interview to enable sharing with their peers. In order to understand the statistically significant increases found in students' learning, student diaries and reflections were analyzed qualitatively. Factors found to contribute to learning included: the iterative nature of student activities; the multiple, evolving representations of knowledge as students proceeded through the project; the importance of the workplace context in engaging students and enhancing learning; the affordance of mobile technology for capturing and sharing this context; and the collaborative and metacognitive processes fostered by the project.

Comparison of Paper Pencil Test and Web-based Test Taken by BS Information Technology Students of Leyte Normal University, Philippines

2013 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
LAS JOHANSEN B. CALUZA
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Time Pressure ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Technology Students ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Perception Time ◽  
Information Technology Students ◽  
Comparison Paper

Evaluations, tests, and examinations are terms used to assess the knowledge or skills learned or acquired by students. Teachers must implement these tests in the most effective way. Two ways of administering the same test were investigated to gauge whether or not scores are affected by the kind of test taken. A paper pencil test and web-based test were created for the midterm examination of BS Information Technology Fourth Year students. Both examinations have the same content and each has its own policies and procedures. Furthermore, qualitative and quantitative research design was used in this study. A survey was also conducted to determine the perceptions of the respondents about the two tests and the factors that affect their scores. It was found that there was a statistically significant difference between paper pencil test and web-based test; however, there were factors that affected the scores of the respondents and these factors were very vital. The result of this research provides an additional knowledge to future researchers who will study similar topics.Keywords: Psychometrics, evaluation, test comparison, paper pencil test, web-based test,perception, time pressure test, qualitative-quantitative design, Philippines

A Case Study on Web-based Learning Environment Evaluation in Higher Education: Learner Perspectives in a Private University in Malaysia.

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 18-33
Author(s):  
Zarina Che Imbi ◽  
Tse-Kian Neo ◽  
Mai Neo
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Private University ◽  
Systematic Evaluation ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Web Based Learning ◽  
Kirkpatrick’S Model

In the era of digital learning, multimedia-based classroom has been commonly used in higher education including Malaysian higher education institutions. A case study has been performed to evaluate web-based learning using Level 1 to 3 of Kirkpatrick's model in a multi-disciplinary course at Multimedia University, Malaysia. In this study, mixed method research was employed in which triangulation was performed from multiple sources of data collection to give deeper understanding. Students perceived that learning with multimedia was enjoyable. They were also motivated in learning and engaged through the use of web module as multimedia was perceived to motivate them and make learning fun. Students showed significant improvements in their knowledge based on the pre-test and post-test results on learning evaluation. Students were perceived to transfer the learning from web-based learning into the learning outcome. The systematic evaluation can provide the feedback that educators and institution as a whole need to improve the learning environment and programme quality. This study contributes to the research field by adding another perspective in evaluations of web-based learning. It also provides empirical evidence on student perspectives, learning and behaviour in a private university. It demonstrated that the Kirkpatrick's model is useful as an evaluation tool to be used in higher education.

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