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Self-regulated learning using multimedia programs in Dentistry posgraduate students. A multimethod approach

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to study the effect of a multimedia computing program on theproduction of activities and self-regulated learning processes in 18 students of the Dentistrypostdegree (Celaya, Mexico). A multi-method design (quasi-experimental, pretest-post-testand qualitative: Think aloud protocol) was used. Self-regulated activities were identifiedwith the MSLQ questionnaire. Results of the MSLQ pretest/post-test questionnaire didn'tshow an intervention effect. In contrast, the qualitative methodology allowed theregistration of a high frequency of self-regulated dimensions on the metacognitive area, onthe making of inferences (cognitive area), and on the planning time and effort (behaviouralarea). Our data revealed the usefulness of a qualitative methodology for the understandingof the complex nature of the self-regulatory processes on learning environments based oncomputers.

Source: lnternational Electronic Journal of Elementary Education

Authors: Miguel Rivas LLORET, Estela Mejía AGUILAR, Alejandro Rivas LLORET

Institutions: Universidad Latina de México, Mexican Social Security Institute, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

Language: English

Topic: Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $350

OpenAlex ID: W2182665387

FWCI: 0.467

Cites: 44

Cited by: 8

Related to: 10