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Buckley, Patrick; Garvey, John; McGrath, Fergal – Computers & Education, 2011
In this paper, prediction markets are presented as an innovative pedagogical tool which can be used to create a Rich Environment for Active Learning (REAL). Prediction markets are designed to make forecasts about specific future events by using a market mechanism to aggregate the information held by a large group of traders about that event into a…
Descriptors: Prediction, Active Learning, Educational Technology, Teaching Methods
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Warwick, Paul; Mercer, Neil; Kershner, Ruth; Staarman, Judith Kleine – Computers & Education, 2010
The focus of research into the use of the interactive whiteboard (IWB) in the classroom has been largely in relation to teacher-pupil interaction, with very little consideration of its possible use as a tool for pupils' collaborative endeavour. This paper is based upon an ESRC-funded project, which considers how pupils use the interactive…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Group Activities, Active Learning, Visual Aids
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Yaverbaum, Gayle J.; Liebowitz, Jay – Computers & Education, 1998
Describes an interactive Web-based case GoFigure, Inc., built to develop a feasibility study for an expert configuration management system. Reviews educational paradigms related to active learning and discusses the value of hypermedia applications. Describes the case as it relates to development, deployment, and content. Analyzes processes and…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Case Method (Teaching Technique), Computer Uses in Education, Hypermedia