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Chun-Yen Tsai; Yun-An Chen; Fu-Pei Hsieh; Min-Hsiung Chuang; Chien-Liang Lin – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2024
In higher education, it is challenging to cultivate non-computer science majors' programming concepts. This study used the GAME model (gamification, assessment, modeling, and enquiry) in a programming education course to enhance undergraduates' self-efficacy and performance of basic programming concepts. There were 83 undergraduates taking part in…
Descriptors: Programming, Undergraduate Students, Self Efficacy, Gamification
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Ching-Yi Chang; Intan Setiani; Jie Chi Yang – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2025
Traditional teaching methods often limit interactive learning, negatively impacting students' motivation and learning achievement. Moreover, fostering collaborative awareness and problem-solving skills is crucial for developing the core competencies of future nursing professionals. To address these challenges, this study proposed an escape…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Puzzles, Computer Assisted Instruction, Electronic Learning
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Liu, Yi Chun; Wang, Wei-Tsong; Lee, Tzu-Lien – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2021
Critical factors that influence the value of digital game-based learning (DGBL) for enhancing learning effectiveness remain debatable. Based on the self-determination theory (SDT), people can be autonomously motivated to adopt DGBL to enhance learning effectiveness if their basic psychological needs are satisfied. Additionally, studies that…
Descriptors: Computer Games, Educational Games, Game Based Learning, Feedback (Response)
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Chen, Yu-Chi; Hou, Huei-Tse; Wu, Chang-Hsin – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2023
A scaffolding-based mind tool was designed to allow teachers to easily create lesson plans for in-class gamified activities and to embed various scaffoldings in the lesson plan design. The purpose of this study was to investigate the learning outcomes of a scaffolding-based mind tool integrated with gamified learning activities applied to a…
Descriptors: Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Teaching Methods, Game Based Learning, Instructional Effectiveness
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Chen, Hao-Jan Howard; Hsu, Hsiao-Ling; Chen, Zhi-Hong; Todd, Andrew G. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2021
Many studies have found that computer video games can offer a facilitative vocabulary learning environment. Among different types of computer games, adventure games have received much attention because of their rich input and immersive learning environment. However, some researchers have indicated that because of the characters' fast-talking speed…
Descriptors: Vocabulary Development, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language)
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Lu, Yu-Ling; Lien, Chi-Jui – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2020
As game-based learning continues to draw attention, students' perceptions toward classroom activities are vital in influencing the quality of learning. This study used the social cognitive theory to show the perception traits of learning and playing in game-based environments and for students to identify their self-efficacy toward game-based…
Descriptors: Game Based Learning, Self Efficacy, Student Attitudes, Personality Traits