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A New Approach to Developing Interactive Software Modules through Graduate Education
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Sanders, Nathan E.; Faesi, Chris; Goodman, Alyssa A. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2014
Educational technology has attained significant importance as a mechanism for supporting experiential learning of science concepts. However, the growth of this mechanism is limited by the significant time and technical expertise needed to develop such products, particularly in specialized fields of science. We sought to test whether interactive,…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Computer Software, Learning Modules, Instructional Innovation
Some Aspects of Computer-Supported Teaching When Teaching Bachelors
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Svetsky, Stefan; Moravcik, Oliver; Schreiber, Peter; Stefankova, Jana – Online Submission, 2013
The state of the art of TEL (technology-enhanced learning) is characterised by a technological-driven approach. Learning management systems or learning courses for management systems are mentioned as frequently used basic tools for this purpose. However, these Internet technologies are not suitable for the personalized support of teachers on…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computer Uses in Education, Computer Software, Electronic Learning
The Good, the Bad and the Wiki: Evaluating Student-Generated Content for Collaborative Learning
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Wheeler, Steve; Yeomans, Peter; Wheeler, Dawn – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2008
This paper explores the potential for wiki-type open architecture software to promote and support collaborative learning through the use of student-created content. It delineates some of the affordances and constraints of wiki software as an open architecture that has the potential to facilitate collaborative learning through community-focused…
Descriptors: Internet, Computer Software, Cooperative Learning, Student Developed Materials
Strategic Knowledge Networks for Global Education
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Peterson, J. Fiona – London Review of Education, 2009
The inherent opportunities for communication, collaboration and experiential learning in an online and global network create the impetus for the new network paradigm in higher education. A strategic knowledge network in education was designed and developed to build "Mode 2" knowledge capabilities; create new knowledge for innovative…
Descriptors: Global Education, Masters Programs, Experiential Learning, Foreign Countries
Mobile City and Language Guides--New Links between Formal and Informal Learning Environments
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Bo-Kristensen, Mads; Ankerstjerne, Niels Ole; Neutzsky-Wulff, Chresteria; Schelde, Herluf – Electronic Journal of e-Learning, 2009
One of the major challenges in second and foreign language education, is to create links between formal and informal learning environments. Mobile City and Language Guides present examples of theoretical and practical reflections on such links. This paper presents and discusses the first considerations of Mobile City and Language Guides in…
Descriptors: Informal Education, Maps, Geographic Location, Internet
The Teacher as Software Developer
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Whittier, David – Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education (CITE Journal), 2005
The Teacher as Software Developer is the name of a program integrating technology instruction, curriculum, and field experiences in teacher preparation. In an introductory education course for all undergraduate education students, a required technology lab links to a one-day-a-week prepracticum. Preservice students produce a Web site or…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Courseware, Student Developed Materials, Preservice Teacher Education