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Towards a Framework for Attention Cueing in Instructional Animations: Guidelines for Research and Design
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de Koning, Bjorn B.; Tabbers, Huib K.; Rikers, Remy M. J. P.; Paas, Fred – Educational Psychology Review, 2009
This paper examines the transferability of successful cueing approaches from text and static visualization research to animations. Theories of visual attention and learning as well as empirical evidence for the instructional effectiveness of attention cueing are reviewed and, based on Mayer's theory of multimedia learning, a framework was…
Descriptors: Cues, Attention, Computer Assisted Instruction, Guidelines
Short Animation Movies as Advance Organizers in Physics Teaching: A Preliminary Study
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Koscianski, Andre; Ribeiro, Rafael Joao; da Silva, Sani Carvalho Rutz – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2012
Background: Advance organizers are instructional materials that help students use previous knowledge to make links with new information. Short animation movies are a possible format and are well suited for physics, as they can portray dynamic phenomena and represent abstract concepts. Purpose: The study aimed to determine guidelines for the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Animation, Video Technology, Audiovisual Instruction
How to Use Animation in Computer Assisted Learning.
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Milheim, William D. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 1993
Provides a summary of research on the effectiveness of animation in computer-assisted learning, suggests guidelines and strategies for implementing animation for specific materials in both educational and training environments to assist instructional designers and developers, and includes examples for the strategies. (Contains 17 references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Guidelines
Using Three-Dimensional Interactive Graphics To Teach Equipment Procedures.
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Hamel, Cheryl J.; Ryan-Jones, David L. – Educational Technology Research and Development, 1997
Focuses on how three-dimensional graphical and interactive features of computer-based instruction can enhance learning and support human cognition during technical training of equipment procedures. Presents guidelines for using three-dimensional interactive graphics to teach equipment procedures based on studies of the effects of graphics, motion,…
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Equipment Utilization
Motivational Screen Design Guidelines for Effective Computer-Mediated Instruction.
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Lee, Sung Heum; Boling, Elizabeth – 1996
Screen designers for computer-mediated instruction (CMI) products must consider the motivational appeal of their designs. Although learners may be motivated to use CMI programs initially because of their novelty, this effect wears off and the instruction must stand on its own. Instructional screens must provide effective and efficient instruction,…
Descriptors: Aesthetic Values, Animation, Color, Computer Assisted Instruction
Design Standards for Visual Elements and Interactivity for Courseware.
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Thibodeau, Pete – T.H.E. Journal, 1997
Offers tips and techniques for authoring computer-based training and courseware products. Describes basic design concepts and points that pertain to individual components. Focuses specifically on the visual elements associated with the use of video, text, graphics, animation and interactivity in multimedia courseware. (AEF)
Descriptors: Animation, Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics