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An Inquiry into the Efficiency of WhatsApp for Self- and Peer-Assessments of Oral Language Proficiency
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Samaie, Mahmoud; Mansouri Nejad, Ali; Qaracholloo, Mahmoud – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2018
Social networking applications such as WhatsApp have been extensively used for language research; however, they have rarely been applied for language assessment purposes. To explore the efficiency of WhatsApp for assessment purposes, 30 Iranian English learners doing self- and peer-assessments on WhatsApp are studied. The changes and the reasons…
Descriptors: Oral Language, Language Proficiency, Computer Software, Social Networks
The Implementation of Mobile Learning in Outdoor Education: Application of QR Codes
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Lai, Hsin-Chih; Chang, Chun-Yen; Li, Wen-Shiane; Fan, Yu-Lin; Wu, Ying-Tien – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2013
This study presents an m-learning method that incorporates Integrated Quick Response (QR) codes. This learning method not only achieves the objectives of outdoor education, but it also increases applications of Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning (CTML) (Mayer, 2001) in m-learning for practical use in a diverse range of outdoor locations. When…
Descriptors: Outdoor Education, Teaching Methods, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education
Can Turnitin Be Used to Provide Instant Formative Feedback?
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Rolfe, Vivien – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2011
New students face the challenge of making a smooth transition between school and university, and with regards to academic practice, there are often gaps between student expectations and university requirements. This study supports the use of the plagiarism detection service Turnitin to give students instant feedback on essays to help improve…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Student Attitudes, Teaching Methods, Plagiarism
Remote Electronic Examinations: Student Experiences.
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Thomas, Peter; Price, Blaine; Paine, Carina; Richards, Mike – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2002
Presents findings from a small-scale experiment investigating the presentation of a synchronous, Web-based remote electronic exam in a distance education course. Discusses student experiences based on a questionnaire; time pressures; technical issues; differences between the structure of an electronic exam and a paper-based exam; and future work,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Distance Education, Futures (of Society)
Teaching Teachers to Use HyperCard: A Minimal Manual Approach.
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Anderson, A.; And Others – British Journal of Educational Technology, 1993
Describes a study that was conducted in Scotland to determine whether untrained classroom teachers could learn HyperCard from a minimal manual and then create their own stacks. The development of the minimal manual is discussed, use of the manual and software is analyzed, and teachers' attitudes are examined. (Contains five references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Correlation
An Evaluation of "Wordshark" in the Classroom.
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Singleton, Chris; Simmons, Fiona – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2001
This study evaluates the utility of Wordshark, a multisensory drill-and-practice computer program designed to improve children's spelling and word recognition skills. Discusses results of a questionnaire sent to United Kingdom schools that investigated use in elementary and secondary schools; students with special education needs; and Individual…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware, Drills (Practice)