Teaching without the teacher? Building a learning environment through computer simulations
| Autor: | Massimo Magni, Luigi Proserpio |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2012 |
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Cooperative learning
Knowledge management learning Computer Networks and Communications business.industry Computer science Learning environment business games Educational technology Collaborative learning Library and Information Sciences multi-level models Experiential learning teaching Synchronous learning Team learning Active learning computer simulations Mathematics education business Information Systems |
| Popis: | This article analyzes the impact of a computer simulation (business game) on the users’ perceived learning. The theoretical model developed in this paper is derived from collaborative learning and human–computer interaction assumptions. The hypotheses relating to group dynamics and the user–computer interface design with the users’ perceived learning are tested using the business game “FirmReality” on a sample of 173 respondents. Multiple regression and qualitative results show that, in a computer-based simulation context, perceived learning is influenced more by human–computer interaction factors than by group dynamics. Furthermore, results point out a negative effect of interaction with the instructor on individual perceived learning. These results support the possibility to automate the interaction between teacher and students. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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