Problem-based Learning for Design and Engineering Activities in Virtual Worlds

2012 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 338-358 ◽  
Author(s):  
Spyros Vosinakis ◽  
Panayiotis Koutsabasis
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Interaction Design ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Learning By Doing ◽  
Full Time ◽  
User Research ◽  
Knowledge Domains ◽  
Interactive Product ◽  
Time Courses ◽  
Perceived Usability

There are a growing number of problem-based learning (PBL) studies in virtual worlds (VWs); however, the suitability of these approaches is still unknown for particular knowledge domains and in full-time courses. In this paper, we argue that VWs can support a constructionist approach to PBL for blended-practice-based courses of design and engineering, and we describe an instructional design framework and its application at an HCI (human–computer interaction) design course. The approach places emphasis on learning by doing, and enables students to collaboratively work in authentic and ill-defined situations, follow self-directed routes to address problems, and construct digital artifacts as candidate solutions. The proposed approach translates the principles of PBL into guidelines for setting up a VW as a learning environment, building supporting tools, and implementing learning activities that require that students create digital models that reflect their understanding about their learning. We have applied the framework in a blended postgraduate course in HCI design that involved various PBL activities and the application of methods related to the lifecycle of interactive product development (including user research, conceptual design, prototyping, and usability evaluation). The results were encouraging with respect to the applicability of the approach, students' acceptance, as well as perceived usability of the VW environment and tools in the long term.

THE USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN DISTANCE, PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME COURSES

2020 ◽  
pp. 41-50
Author(s):  
Almaziya G. Kataeva ◽  
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Sergei D. Kataev ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Internet Resources ◽  
Modern Development ◽  
Grammatical Skills ◽  
Part Time ◽  
Time Courses

The modern development of society determines the forms and content of the process of teaching foreign languages. The quantity and quality of information in the field of mastering a foreign language is constantly growing as a means of sociocultural, linguistic and cultural and professional development of an individual. A foreign language is currently considered as an integral part of intercultural communication in various fields of objective reality and the development of a culture of interethnic communication. In the process of teaching a foreign language, technologies are becoming increasingly important which makes it possible to achieve the required level of communicative competence in speaking and writing in a shorter time frame and to recreate a virtual spatial temporal communication environment with native speakers. In this regard, the form of distance learning can be more and more prospective, being psychologically more comfortable for students and teachers; many of its elements can be integrated into other forms of training. The article exposes certain information technologies, the use of which increases the effectiveness of teaching a foreign language in distance, part-time and full-time courses. On the example of specific interactive multimedia Internet resources in the field of learning the German language, the urgent importance of using computerized teaching methods for acquiring and enhancing pronunciation, lexical and grammatical skills and knowledge with the aim of forming linguistic and cultural and professional competence of students is emphasized. At the same time, the article highlights importance of non-verbal forms of communication for achieving the desired effect of verbal communication, while relying on relevant audiovisual Internet resources.

The Teaching of Machine-Tool Technology at University Level

1970 ◽  
Vol 185 (1) ◽  
pp. 83-93 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Koenigsberger
Keyword(s):  
Machine Tool ◽  
Internal Combustion Engines ◽  
Manufacturing System ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Combustion Engines ◽  
Human Aspects ◽  
University Level ◽  
Time Courses ◽  
Tool Technology ◽  
Specialized Subject

In this paper the problems of introducing the teaching of a specialized subject into undergraduate courses are discussed with particular reference to the specific features of machine-tool technology. These cover the facts that the machine must be considered as part of an overall manufacturing system, so that the concept of performance differs from that encountered in other types of machinery such as internal-combustion engines, and that technological, economic, and human aspects must also be considered. Comparisons are made between Continental, particularly German, practice and present practice in some British universities. Some typical approaches to the organization of postgraduate full-time courses and short-term specialized courses are given. Finally, a comparison is made between the employment of university trained engineers in the machine-tool manufacturing and using industries in Great Britain and in Germany.

scholarly journals Academic Quality Assurance in the Colleges of Education: Challenges and Ways Forward for Future Development

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Sele Sylvester Ebisine
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Future Development ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Academic Quality ◽  
Qualified Teachers ◽  
Junior Secondary ◽  
Time Courses ◽  
Teaching Instruction

Colleges of education encompassed the production of professional teachers who are equipped with skills and methodologies of teaching in our primary and junior secondary levels of education in Nigeria. Essentially, colleges of education are to provide full-time courses in teaching, instruction and training and to conduct courses in education for qualified teachers. In order to achieve this objective, academic quality assurance is required. Against this background, the paper examines academic quality assurance and determines the general opinion on academic quality assurance in the colleges of education. It equally highlights some challenges to academic quality assurance in the colleges of education. Finally, the paper proffered some solution required by the colleges of education to stamp out the challenges for future development. Finally, the paper recommends that there should be regular monitoring and evaluation of all the units concern with the certification of colleges of education graduates.

Employer provides a standard tax deduction on individual income tax per child — student full-time courses to 24 years

2020 ◽  
pp. 31-38
Author(s):  
Olga Vladimirovna Shinkareva
Keyword(s):  
Graduate Student ◽  
Income Tax ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Individual Income ◽  
Group I ◽  
Individual Income Tax ◽  
Time Courses ◽  
Tax Deduction

In article aspects of granting by the employer to the employee of a standard tax deduction on an income tax on the child of full-time courses, the graduate student, the intern, the student, the cadet aged up to 24 years are considered. The amount of these deductions has been considered, the conditions for obtaining this deduction by the employees of the company have been analyzed, the documents on the basis of which this type of deduction is provided have been disclosed, the peculiarities of the deduction in cases when the child is 24 years old in the current year (the period from which deductions are not provided), the peculiarities of the deduction in case the child is disabled in group I and II have been considered. Practical examples are given.

Educational Contents and Creativity in Virtual Environments

2013 ◽  
pp. 38-47
Author(s):  
Ilaria Mascitti ◽  
Daniela Di Marco ◽  
Monica Fasciani
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Learning By Doing ◽  
Virtual Space ◽  
Street Art ◽  
Teaching Pedagogy ◽  
3D Virtual Worlds ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Educational Potential ◽  
Educational Contents

This chapter reflects on the educational potential of virtual worlds and draws on the results of ST.ART project - Street Artists in a virtual space (www.startproject.eu). ST.ART project innovative aspect embraces both the topic (street art) and the methodology (virtual platforms as e-learning and 3D virtual worlds) as well as the pedagogy applied that uses an inquiry-based method (learning by doing) to support a traditional deductive teaching pedagogy. This approach is not only related to the use of a relatively new technology but also to the educational, pedagogical, cultural, and motivational benefits derived from the chosen methodology. The chapter describes new insights and findings that emerged during the experimentation phase of the project and that were never anticipated when the project was first designed.

Learning by Doing in 3D Environments

2017 ◽  
pp. 317-347
Author(s):  
Barbara McQueen ◽  
Anabel Nowak ◽  
Jens Kjaer Olsen
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Learning By Doing ◽  
New Developments ◽  
New Approach ◽  
University Courses ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
3D Environments

Learning by doing using 3D worlds is a relatively new approach for teachers and students. To date, a limited number of teachers have had the time or money to take university courses on this or otherwise develop in-world teaching that fully takes advantage of the unique opportunities virtual worlds offer. In this chapter, the authors will review the various virtual worlds teachers have been collaborating on to teach different subjects to different people in different languages. The authors will also detail the twists and turns they've encountered in their own attempts to teach together in-world. Finally, the authors will look at new developments on the horizon and how they might impact what is already happening.

An Interactive Product to Enhance Elderly People’s Self-esteem: Results from the User Research Phase

2021 ◽  
pp. 528-540
Author(s):  
Laura Matos ◽  
Rodrigo Hernández-Ramírez ◽  
Hande Ayanoglu
Keyword(s):  
Self Esteem ◽  
User Research ◽  
Interactive Product
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