Enhancing middle school students' scientific learning and motivation through agent-based learning

C‐H. Chen; M‐H. Chou

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 31, No. 5 (Oct 01, 2015) pp. 481–492

Facing students' decreasing motivation to pursue scientific study, schools and educators need to coordinate new technologies with pedagogical agents to effectively sustain or promote students' scientific learning and motivation to learn. Although...

Revisiting the effects of project-based learning on students’ academic achievement: A meta-analysis investigating moderators

C.-H. Chen; Y.-C. Yang

Educational Research Review Vol. 26, No. 1 (February 2019) pp. 71–81

Project-based learning is generally considered an alternative to traditional, teacher-led instruction. However, there is a noticeable lack of meta-analyses with regard to determining its overall effects on students' academic achievement, and what...

Language: English

The effects of computerized inquiry-stage-dependent argumentation assistance on elementary students' science process and argument construction skills

C.‐H. Lin; C.‐H. Chiu; C.‐C. Hsu; T.‐I. Wang; C.‐H. Chen

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 34, No. 3 (June 2018) pp. 279–292

This study proposed a computerized inquiry-stage-dependent argumentation assistance and investigated whether this can help improve elementary students' performance in science processes and the construction of quality arguments. Various argumentation ...

The Effects of Computerized Inquiry-Stage-Dependent Argumentation Assistance on Elementary Students' Science Process and Argument Construction Skills

C.-H. Lin; C.-H. Chiu; C.-C. Hsu; T.-I. Wang; C.-H. Chen

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 34, No. 3 (2018) pp. 279–292

This study proposed a computerized inquiry-stage-dependent argumentation assistance and investigated whether this can help improve elementary students' performance in science processes and the construction of quality arguments. Various argumentation ...

High-Frequency Wireless Communications System: 2.45-GHz Front-End Circuit and System Integration

M-H Chen; M-C Huang; Y-C Ting; H-H Chen; T-L Li

IEEE Transactions on Education Vol. 53, No. 4 (November 2010) pp. 631–637

In this article, a course on high-frequency wireless communications systems is presented. With the 145-MHz baseband subsystem available from a prerequisite course, the present course emphasizes the design and implementation of the 2.45-GHz front-end ...

Integrating Technology in the Classroom: A Visual Conceptualization of Teachers' Knowledge, Goals and Beliefs

F-H Chen; C-K Looi; W Chen

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 25, No. 5 (October 2009) pp. 470–488

In this paper, we devise a diagrammatic conceptualization to describe and represent the complex interplay of a teacher's knowledge (K), goals (G) and beliefs (B) in leveraging technology effectively in the classroom. The degree of coherency between...

Applying augmented reality to enhance learning: a study of different teaching materials

Y.‐H. Hung; C.‐H. Chen; S.‐W. Huang

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 33, No. 3 (June 2017) pp. 252–266

The objective of this study was to determine the usefulness of augmented reality (AR) in teaching. An experiment was conducted to examine children's learning performances, which included the number of errors they made, their ability to remember the...

My-Mini-Pet: A Handheld Pet-Nurturing Game to Engage Students in Arithmetic Practices

C C. Y. Liao; Z-H Chen; H N. H. Cheng; F-C Chen; T-W Chan

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 27, No. 1 (February 2011) pp. 76–89

In the last decade, more and more games have been developed for handheld devices. Furthermore, the popularity of handheld devices and increase of wireless computing can be taken advantage of to provide students with more learning opportunities....

Enhancing Self-Motivation in Learning Programming Using Game-Based Simulation and Metrics

H C. Jiau; J C. Chen; Kuo-Feng Ssu

IEEE Transactions on Education Vol. 52, No. 4 (November 2009) pp. 555–562

Game-based assignments typically form an integral component of computer programming courses. The effectiveness of the assignments in motivating students to carry out repetitive programming tasks is somewhat limited since their outcomes are...

Elementary Students' Participation Style in Synchronous Online Communication and Collaboration

C H. Chiu; H Y. Yang; T H. Liang; H P. Chen

Behaviour & Information Technology Vol. 29, No. 6 (November 2010) pp. 571–586

This research investigated how differently elementary school students participate in synchronous online collaborative learning by analysing their discussions with their partners. Two hundred and seventy-eight Taiwanese students, ranging in age from...

The effect of story grammars on creative self-efficacy and digital storytelling

C‐C. Liu; L.Y. Wu; Z‐M. Chen; C‐C. Tsai; H‐M. Lin

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 30, No. 5 (Oct 16, 2014) pp. 450–464

Previous studies have proposed that the grammars may serve as a rule-based scaffolding to facilitate story comprehension in storytelling activities. Such scaffoldings may inform students of crucial story elements and possible transitions among...

The Effect of Story Grammars on Creative Self-Efficacy and Digital Storytelling

C-C Liu; L Y. Wu; Z-M Chen; C-C Tsai; H-M Lin

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 30, No. 5 (October 2014) pp. 450–464

Previous studies have proposed that the grammars may serve as a rule-based scaffolding to facilitate story comprehension in storytelling activities. Such scaffoldings may inform students of crucial story elements and possible transitions among...

Enhanced Mechanisms for Navigation and Tracking Services in Smart Phones

L.-C. Chen; Y.-C. Lai; Y.-H. Yeh; J.-W. Lin; C.-N. Lai; H.-C. Weng

Journal of Applied Research and Technology Vol. 11, No. 2 (April 2013) pp. 272–282

Combining Global Positioning System (GPS) and Short Message Service (SMS), this paper develops a realistic system, called Mobile Navigation and Tracking System (MNTS), to provide navigation and target tracking services. MNTS is an Android based...

Language: English

Understanding Mobile Learning from the Perspective of Self-Regulated Learning

L Sha; C-K Looi; W Chen; B H. Zhang

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 28, No. 4 (August 2012) pp. 366–378

Cognizant of the research gap in the theorization of mobile learning, this paper conceptually explores how the theories and methodology of self-regulated learning (SRL), an active area in contemporary educational psychology, are inherently suited to ...

A framework for self-regulated digital learning (SRDL)

M.‐H. Yen; S. Chen; C.‐Y. Wang; H.‐L. Chen; Y.‐S. Hsu; T.‐C. Liu

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 34, No. 5 (October 2018) pp. 580–589

This article develops a framework for self-regulated digital learning, which supports for self-regulated learning (SRL) in e-learning systems. The framework emphasizes 8 features: learning plan, records/e-portfolio and sharing, evaluation, human...

A Framework for Self-Regulated Digital Learning (SRDL)

M.-H. Yen; S. Chen; C.-Y. Wang; H.-L. Chen; Y.-S. Hsu; T.-C. Liu

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 34, No. 5 (2018) pp. 580–589

This article develops a framework for self-regulated digital learning, which supports for self-regulated learning (SRL) in e-learning systems. The framework emphasizes 8 features: learning plan, records/e-portfolio and sharing, evaluation, human...

Developing a Corpus-Based Paraphrase Tool to Improve EFL Learners' Writing Skills

M-H Chen; S-T Huang; J S. Chang; H-C Liou

Computer Assisted Language Learning Vol. 28, No. 1 (2015) pp. 22–40

Paraphrasing, or restating information using different words, is critical to successful writing. However, EFL learners have difficulty in making paraphrases to meet their writing demands, and there has been little research on developing automatic...

Web-Based Assessment and Test Analyses (WATA) System: Development and Evaluation

T H. Wang; K H. Wang; W L. Wang; S C. Huang; S Y. Chen

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 20, No. 1 (February 2004) pp. 59–71

This study introduces the development of a Web-based assessment system, the Web-based Assessment and Test Analyses (WATA) system, and examines its impacts on teacher education. The WATA system is a follow-on system, which applies the Triple-A Model (...

The Association between a Single Bout of Moderate Physical Activity and Executive Function in Young Adults with Down Syndrome: A Preliminary Study

C-C Chen; S D. R. Ringenbach; D Crews; P H. Kulinna; Eric L. Amazeen

Journal of Intellectual Disability Research Vol. 59, No. 7 (July 2015) pp. 589–598

Background: This study was aimed at investigating the impact of a single exercise intervention on executive function in young adults with Down syndrome (DS). Methods: Considering the relations among executive function, physical and mental health and ...

The Effects of Game-Based Learning on Mathematical Confidence and Performance: High Ability vs. Low Ability

Oskar Ku; Sherry Y. Chen; Denise H. Wu; Andrew C. C. Lao; Tak-Wai Chan

Journal of Educational Technology & Society Vol. 3 pp. 65–78

Many students possess low confidence toward learning mathematics, which, in turn, may lead them to give up pursuing more mathematics knowledge. Recently, game-based learning (GBL) is regarded as a potential means in improving students'...

iAbstract: Game-Driven Keyword Auction and Summarization for Academic Reading

Hercy N. H. Cheng; Calvin C. Y. Liao; Wan-Chen Chang

Journal of Educational Technology & Society Vol. 21, No. 4 (2018) pp. 248–258

Graduate students usually lack sufficient ability to read academic papers effectively and efficiently. For facilitating their reading comprehension, this study adopts summarization as a main reading strategy under the scaffold of keyword evaluation. ...

A Simulation-Based LED Design Project in Photonics Instruction Based on Industry-University Collaboration

S -H. Chang; M -L. Chen; Y -K. Kuo; Y -C. Shen

IEEE Transactions on Education Vol. 54, No. 4 (November 2011) pp. 582–589

In response to the growing industrial demand for light-emitting diode (LED) design professionals, based on industry-university collaboration in Taiwan, this paper develops a novel instructional approach: a simulation-based learning course with peer...

An analysis of collaborative problem-solving activities mediated by individual-based and collaborative computer simulations

C.‐J. Chang; M.‐H. Chang; C.‐C. Liu; B.‐C. Chiu; S.‐H. Fan Chiang; C.‐T. Wen; F.‐K. Hwang; P.‐Y. Chao; Y.‐L. Chen; C.‐S. Chai

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 33, No. 6 (December 2017) pp. 649–662

Researchers have indicated that the collaborative problem-solving space afforded by the collaborative systems significantly impact the problem-solving process. However, recent investigations into collaborative simulations, which allow a group of...