A Hands-on Learning Approach to Introducing Computer Organization and Architecture to Early-college Students

Organizations such as the AASCB and the Pathways Commission (2012) recommend that emerging technologies be included in the accounting curriculum. Yet the inclusion of emerging technologies represents a challenge for accounting educators due to the complexity and uncertainty associated with many technologies, as well as the rapid pace of technology change and innovation. This paper answers the call by the Pathway Commission (2012) for additional research focused on enhancing learning experiences to better reflect current and emerging technologies. Using an experiential learning approach (Butler, Church, and Spencer (2019), we create a hands-on, learning activity focused on blockchains in order for accounting students to gain a conceptual understanding of blockchains and its applications and implications beyond bitcoins.

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Cost-efficient Hands-on Learning Design for Computer Organization Course

2020 15th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE) ◽

10.1109/iccse49874.2020.9201854 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Suk Jin Lee ◽

Andrew Jung ◽

Jinsook Park ◽

Mira Yun

Keyword(s):

Learning Design ◽

Hands On ◽

Hands On Learning ◽

Cost Efficient ◽

Computer Organization

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An Interdisciplinary and Hands-on Learning Approach for Industrial Assembly Systems

Procedia CIRP ◽

10.1016/j.procir.2015.02.112 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 32 ◽

pp. 109-114 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Fabian Nöhring ◽

Michael Rieger ◽

Olga Erohin ◽

Jochen Deuse ◽

Bernd Kuhlenkötter

Keyword(s):

Assembly Systems ◽

Learning Approach ◽

Industrial Assembly ◽

Hands On ◽

Hands On Learning

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Preparing researchers for patient and public involvement in scientific research: Development of a hands-on learning approach through action research

Health Expectations ◽

10.1111/hex.12671 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 21 (4) ◽

pp. 752-763 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Maarten de Wit ◽

Anna Beurskens ◽

Barbara Piškur ◽

Esther Stoffers ◽

Albine Moser

Keyword(s):

Action Research ◽

Public Involvement ◽

Scientific Research ◽

Patient And Public Involvement ◽

Learning Approach ◽

Research Development ◽

Hands On ◽

Hands On Learning

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Hands-On Learning of Cloud Computing

Advances in Educational Technologies and Instructional Design - Handbook of Research on Cloud-Based STEM Education for Improved Learning Outcomes ◽

10.4018/978-1-4666-9924-3.ch013 ◽

2016 ◽

pp. 198-217

Author(s):

Marta Beltrán

Keyword(s):

Cloud Computing ◽

Real World ◽

Essential Element ◽

Learning Objective ◽

Learning Approach ◽

New Paradigm ◽

Graduate Courses ◽

Hands On ◽

Hands On Learning ◽

Different Levels

Professionals with deep knowledge about cloud computing are in high demand in the industry these days. This knowledge should comprehend concepts related to models, technologies, techniques, frameworks, interfaces and tools needed to design, develop, deploy, integrate and manage cloud-based architectures. Universities are trying to offer different undergraduate and graduate courses teaching these contents at different levels, aimed at students' development of strong practical skills to deal with the new paradigm in real-world environments. In this chapter, a hands-on learning approach is proposed to achieve this goal, considering an essential element of this approach - the use of cloud simulators. A survey of open source cloud simulators is provided, presenting an exhaustive comparison of the existing alternatives and determining an appropriate set of criteria to decide the best simulator for each learning objective. Furthermore, two examples of hands-on contents are presented using these simulators.

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Variation in behavioral engagement during an active learning activity leads to differential knowledge gains in college students

AJP Advances in Physiology Education ◽

10.1152/advan.00150.2017 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 42 (1) ◽

pp. 99-103 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Lara D. LaDage ◽

Samantha L. Tornello ◽

Jennilyn M. Vallejera ◽

Emily E. Baker ◽

Yue Yan ◽

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Keyword(s):

College Students ◽

Active Learning ◽

Direct Interaction ◽

Learning Activity ◽

Traditional Lecture ◽

Pedagogical Techniques ◽

Learning Techniques ◽

Hands On ◽

Hands On Learning ◽

New Material

There are many pedagogical techniques used by educators in higher education; however, some techniques and activities have been shown to be more beneficial to student learning than others. Research has demonstrated that active learning and learning in which students cognitively engage with the material in a multitude of ways result in better understanding and retention. The aim of the present study was to determine which of three pedagogical techniques led to improvement in learning and retention in undergraduate college students. Subjects partook in one of three different types of pedagogical engagement: hands-on learning with a model, observing someone else manipulate the model, and traditional lecture-based presentation. Students were then asked to take an online quiz that tested their knowledge of the new material, both immediately after learning the material and 2 wk later. Students who engaged in direct manipulation of the model scored higher on the assessment immediately after learning the material compared with the other two groups. However, there were no differences among the three groups when assessed after a 2-wk retention interval. Thus active learning techniques that involve direct interaction with the material can lead to learning benefits; however, how these techniques benefit long-term retention of the information is equivocal.

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