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Assessing dynamics in computer-based instruction

Year: 1996

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: We present an evaluation of a multimedia educational software system that includes text, graphics, animations, and simulations.When compared with an informationally equivalent control environment that used text and carefully selected still images, we found little evidence that the dynamic presentations enhanced student understanding of the declarative information in this lesson.Furthermore, students cannot be relied on to take fllll advantage of exploratory opportunities in computer-based instruction.These results prescribe further investigation of whether and how computer-based multimedia can be used effectively in education and training.

Source: CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems

DOI: 10.1145/238386.238482

Authors: John F. Pane, Albert T. Corbett, Bonnie E. John

Institution: Carnegie Mellon University

Language: English

Topic: Visual and Cognitive Learning Processes

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: National Science Foundation, Advanced Research Projects Agency, Office of Naval Research