Multimedia Instructional Tools and Student Learning in a Computer Applications Course

Author(s):  
Debra L. Chapman ◽  
Shuyan Wang

Advances in technology and changes in educational strategies have resulted in the integration of technology in the classroom. Multimedia instructional tools (MMIT) provide student-centered active-learning instructional activities. MMITs are common in introductory computer applications courses based on the premise that MMITs should increase student learning. This study examined the use of MMIT in an introductory computer applications course to determine if a significant relationship existed between the level of use of the MMIT and student learning. Subjects included students enrolled in an online introductory computer applications course at one southeastern university. The researchers used descriptive statistics to demonstrate students' use of the MMIT and used pre and post-course test scores to determine changes in learning. This study revealed no significant impact on student learning based on level of use of the MMIT grader assignments or training activities. A significant difference was found for the level of use of MMIT quizzes.

Author(s):  
Christie Bledsoe ◽  
Jodi Pilgrim

Instructional models such as Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) reflect changes in traditional methods of teaching. CBL, developed by Apple, promotes problem-based learning, where collaboration and hands-on learning are key elements in the process (Larmer, Ross, & Mergendoller, 2009). Today's learners must develop information literacy and media literacy skills to communicate by way of 21st century tools, and new instructional models reflect these changes. The integration of technology in the classroom has affected education models in elementary and secondary schools across the nation. This chapter presents a mixed-methods study of a middle school involved in a one-to-one iPad initiative. In order to promote student-centered instruction through the use of technology, the middle school adopted a CBL model of instruction. This examination of teachers' concerns with pedagogy and technology depicts readiness for integration and implications of new innovations. The process of change and technology integration is addressed in this chapter.


Author(s):  
Christie Bledsoe ◽  
Jodi Pilgrim

Instructional models such as Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) reflect changes in traditional methods of teaching. CBL, developed by Apple, promotes problem-based learning, where collaboration and hands-on learning are key elements in the process (Larmer, Ross, & Mergendoller, 2009). Today's learners must develop information literacy and media literacy skills to communicate by way of 21st century tools, and new instructional models reflect these changes. The integration of technology in the classroom has affected education models in elementary and secondary schools across the nation. This chapter presents a mixed-methods study of a middle school involved in a one-to-one iPad initiative. In order to promote student-centered instruction through the use of technology, the middle school adopted a CBL model of instruction. This examination of teachers' concerns with pedagogy and technology depicts readiness for integration and implications of new innovations. The process of change and technology integration is addressed in this chapter.


2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katie A. Ports ◽  
Jessica L. Barnack-Tavlaris ◽  
Diane M. Reddy ◽  
Raymond Flemming ◽  
Rodney A. Swain

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurul Izzah ◽  
Venny Mulyana

Education is essentially an activity carried out by students which results in changes in themselves. This principle implies that what must be prioritized is the learning activities of students instead of something that is given to students. STEM-based learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) can train students to apply their knowledge to create designs as a form of solving environmental problems by utilizing technology. The learning model recommended for use in the 2013 curriculum is a student-centered learning model, one of which is the Project Based Learning model. This study will analyze how much influence STEM education with the PjBL model has on student learning outcomes. This study uses a meta-analysis method. determined via the Effect Size (ES). Research data were obtained from 25 national and international journals. The meta-analysis study is based on three categories, namely education level, subjects and student learning outcomes. The results showed that; first, the influence of the PjBL model of STEM education based on the level of education is most effective in SMP. ES value = 1.89 and categorized as high. Second, based on the type of subject, the most effective influence of the PjBL model of STEM education is Mathematics. ES value = 3,7 and categorized as high. Third, based on student learning outcomes, the influence of the PjBL model of STEM education is the most effective in the aspect of skills. ES value = 1.68 and categorized as high.


10.17158/514 ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jovelyn M. Durango ◽  
Carlito P. Yurango

<p>The advent of technology has improved the way statistics is taught and learned. It is claimed that the use of computer-based instructional tools can actively explore the meaning of statistical concepts among the students, as well as enhance their learning experiences. This study aimed to compare three methods of statistical analysis namely, the traditional technique (use of the calculator), Microsoft Excel and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software. This investigation utilized the experimental design, specifically the One-Group Pretest – Posttest Design. There were six education students who self-assessed their attitude before and after the introduction of the use of various computation techniques and performed the statistical analysis considering also the completion time required for each process. Results of the study revealed an increase in the level of attitude among the respondents form the pretest to the posttest. Also, the cognitive level regardless of the approach was very high. However, the t-test failed to establish a significant difference in the attitude among the respondents. On the other hand, there were significant differences in both the test scores and completion time of the respondents in the three methods in favor of SPSS.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Keywords: </strong>Information technology, statistics, traditional technique, Microsoft excel, SPSS, comparative analysis, experimental research design, Davao City, Philippines. </p>


2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurmaini Nurmaini

This research is motivated by the need for learning which demands that the teacher is not only proficient in teaching but also facilitates student learning activities in order to create student-centered learning. This study aims to improve teacher competence in making instructional media, in this case media from inorganic materials. This research was conducted at SDN 11 Bathin Solapan with 18 teachers as the subject. The instrument in this study was an observation sheet. The results showed that in the first cycle the competence of the teacher in making learning media was 67.13%, and the second cycle was 74.54% with good criteria. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that providing guidance can improve teacher competence in making learning media from inorganic materials.


Author(s):  
David L. Neumann ◽  
Michelle M. Neumann ◽  
Michelle Hood

<span>The discipline of statistics seems well suited to the integration of technology in a lecture as a means to enhance student learning and engagement. Technology can be used to simulate statistical concepts, create interactive learning exercises, and illustrate real world applications of statistics. The present study aimed to better understand the use of such applications during lectures from the student's perspective. The technology used included multimedia, computer-based simulations, animations, and statistical software. Interviews were conducted on a stratified random sample of 38 students in a first year statistics course. The results showed three global effects on student learning and engagement: showed the practical application of statistics, helped with understanding statistics, and addressed negative attitudes towards statistics. The results are examined from within a blended learning framework and the benefits and drawbacks to the integration of technology during lectures are discussed.</span>


2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 84
Author(s):  
Nurfitriana Gayanti ◽  
Dewi Anggreini

<p><em>This study aims to know about differences in student learning outcomes that are reviewed from the SAVI learning modelwith Reciprocal Teaching learning model on circle material. This quantitative quasi-experiment research carried in SMPN 1 Karangrejo with 348 population and sample takencluster random samplingso that there are 2 classes namely VIII D class as a SAVI learning model class with 32 students, and VIII B clas as a reciprocal teaching learning model class with 32 students. The data analize using t-test. After making a calculation with a significant level is 5% and dk 62 so obtained t<sub>count</sub>= 7,141765 &gt; t<sub>table</sub>= 1,99897, its mean H<sub>0 rejected </sub> and H<sub>1</sub> received, so it was concluded that there was a significant difference between the learning outcomes of mathematics using the SAVI learning model and the Reciprocal Teaching learning model at the learning outcomes of mathematics on circle material at the students VIII class in SMPN 1 Karangrejo in the period 2017/2018</em><em></em></p><p><em> </em></p><strong><em>Keywords</em></strong><em>:mathematics learning outcomes, SAVI, reciprocal teachin</em>


2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
Syamsul Musthofa ◽  
Ketut Prasetyo ◽  
Nugroho Hari Purnomo

This study aims to determine the effect of problem-based learning models on student learning outcomes. This study is Nonequivalent control group design. The sample in this study was class VII which was determined randomly. The material used is the potential and utilization of natural resources. The data obtained are then tested differently using the independent sample t-test. The results showed that the two research classes experienced positive changes regarding student learning outcomes. In the experimental class the problem-based learning model shows learning outcomes that are better than class controls. Calculation of the independent sample t-test posttest shows that students with Sig. (2-tailed) 0.019, where 0.019 <0.05 means that there is a significant difference. The existence of significant differences indicates that there is an influence of problem-based learning models on student learning outcomes.


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