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Can a Multimedia Tool Help Students’ Learning Performance in Complex Biology Subjects?

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: The aim of the present study was to determine the effects of multimedia-based biology teaching (Mbio) and teacher-centered biology (TCbio) instruction approaches on learners' biology achievements, as well as their views towards learning approaches. During the research process, an experimental design with two groups, TCbio (n = 22) and Mbio (n = 26), were used. The results of the study proved that the Mbio approach was more effective than the TCbio approach with regard to supporting meaningful learning, academic achievement, enjoyment and motivation. Moreover, the TCbio approach is ineffective in terms of time management, engaging attention, and the need for repetition of subjects. Additionally, the results were discussed in terms of teaching, learning, multimedia design as well as biology teaching/learning.

Source: South African Journal of Education

DOI: 10.15700/saje.v35n4a1169

Authors: Pinar Koseoglu, Akın Efendioglu

Institutions: Hacettepe University, Cukurova University

Language: English

Topic: Educational Technology and E-Learning

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $298