Enhance Student Learning Research Articles

Enhancing Student Learning in the Online Instructional Environment Through the Use of Universal Design for Learning

As college faculty who prepare future teachers, we strive to teach our students through instruction and modeling best practices in teaching. We constantly evaluate our teaching and make adjustments to include updated knowledge about effective instruction. The evaluation and adjustments made to our courses lend themselves to action research. We take what we learn from our research and make appropriate changes to better meet the diverse needs of students. This article provides an overview of a final project that used Universal Design for Learning (UDL) for assessing student knowledge. This research focused on the principle of Multiple Means of Action and Expression and the impact the UDL final project had on student learning as well as overall perceptions of the project. Results indicate that participants enjoyed the final project and that it impacted their learning. Students reported enjoying having choice in how they demonstrated their understanding of the content.

Development of Teaching Materials Based “Activity or Resources” At Sipda Unimed to Enhance Students Learning Behavior

State University of Medan (red-Unimed) has provided Learning Management System (LMS) for lecturers and students namely Sistem Pembelajaran Daring (Online Learning System) that is abbreviated Sipda. But before using Sipda, lecturers must prepare teaching materials and provide appropriate learning resources. Objectives of this study were to describe the effectiveness of teaching materials based "Activity or Resources" at Sipda Unimed in the mathematics education study program and also to describe changes in learning behavior of students in mathematics education study programs using teaching materials based "Activity or Resources" at Sipda Unimed. This study used Research and Development design with 4-D model. The subjects of this study were students of mathematics education at their third semester who are taking multivariable calculus course. Result of teaching materials validation scaled one to four score showed the average is 3,78. Result of response questionnaire scaled one to four score showed the average is 3,72. Result of learning behavior scaled one to four score showed the average is 3,82. Result of analysis data showed that teaching materials based on "Activity or Resources" on Sipda Unimed are effectively used and have an impact on enhance students learning behavior

Enhancing Student Learning through Webinars and Lecture Capture Tools

Enhancing Student Learning through Webinars and Lecture Capture Tools

Enhancing Student Learning in Mechanics of Material Course through Contextual Learning

Enhancing Student Learning in Mechanics of Material Course through Contextual Learning

Enhancing Student Learning and Engagement in Freshman Course on Problem Solving Using Computers

The paper presents a detailed impact analysis of incorporating appropriate active learning strategies for enhancing student learning and engagement in the first year introductory course on Problem Solving using Computers. The major challenge in Education system is that, most of the graduates learn by rote all the way from school to college. Most of the students do not have prior experience in programming and exhibit an aversion towards programming. Active learning techniques have been proved as a viable solution to eradicate rote learning. In order to promote higher order cognitive skills and student engagement, a systematic plan incorporating appropriate active learning techniques has been designed. The experimental study has been carried out in a first year student group comprising of 119 members from the Department of Information Technology at Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai. Along with traditional assessment strategies, exclusive rubrics have been designed to measure the learning outcomes.This blend of instructor led and inquiry based teaching practices in the introductory course on Problem Solving using Computers has shown positive impact on student learning and engagement. Compared with the previous academic years, Students' performance in continuous assessment and End Semester Examinations has improved significantly. Positive feedback from students and increased count of participation in programming contests and online certifications demonstrate the improved effectiveness of the adopted teaching learning strategies in promoting self learning.

Effective Classroom Management: A Panacea for Enhancing Students Learning Experience and Satisfaction in Higher Education

Effective Classroom Management: A Panacea for Enhancing Students Learning Experience and Satisfaction in Higher Education

Invertebrate-Interactive Dichotomous Key Media: Enhance Students Learning Motivation in Lower Secondary School

The purpose of this research is to develop interactive learning media about classification of organisms. This research used modification of 4D method (Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate from Thiagarajan et al., 1974). Invertebrate Interactive Dichotomous Key (Invertebrate-IDKM) is given in the learning at lower secondary school. Percentage of the expert validation is 80%. According to the validation result, we conclude that Invertebrate-IDKM is valid in the media, materials, languages, and eligible in the learning about the classification of organisms especially classification of invertebrate animals. Invertebrate-IDKM increases learning motivation especially lower secondary school students because it encourages interaction and use technology.

Impact of Diagnostic Test for Enhancing Student Learning at Elementary Level

Impact of Diagnostic Test for Enhancing Student Learning at Elementary Level

Enhancing Student Learning and Engagement With Interactive Fiction Using Twine, by Chris Klimas.

Enhancing student learning and engagement with interactive fiction using Twine Copyright Academy of Management Learning and Education Reviews (Title) Twine By Chris Klimas Reviewed by Milton Mayfie...

Flipped Classroom Model for Enhancing Student Learning in Construction Education

AbstractUniversities are facing many challenges with growing student numbers and a need to modify the traditional lecture and tutorial–based face-to-face pedagogical style both for students who wor...

Using Antconc Software As English Learning Media: The Students’ Perception

The use of techonology for a method in learning is rapidly developed and effect the students’ learning process. This research is aimed to find out about the perception of college students about a learning method of English by using a software named AntConc. The data were collected through questionnaires divided into pre-questionnaire and post-questionnaire. Pre questionnaire was about students’ perception towards AntConc software itself and the post questionnaire was about students’ perception using the software. The respondents were 51 students of Engineering Department, Politeknik Negeri Jakarta.. This research shows that Antconc software can be an alternative method to enhance students learning of English by using some tools on its software.

Enhance Student Learning Motivation through Literature in English Teaching

This paper proposes that literature should be used as a means to improve students’ motivation in learning English instead of as an end for literature appreciation class only. The benefits of using literature in English teaching are discussed and some strategies of using literature in classroom teaching are presented. The requirements of teachers in utilizing literature in class are also expounded.

An Online Vegetarian Nutrition Course with Virtual Vegetarian Cooking Lab Enhances Student Learning and Awareness of Dietary Nutrients of Concern

An Online Vegetarian Nutrition Course with Virtual Vegetarian Cooking Lab Enhances Student Learning and Awareness of Dietary Nutrients of Concern

Enhancing Student Learning in Removable Partial Denture Design by Using Virtual Three-Dimensional Models Versus Traditional Two-Dimensional Drawings: A Comparative Study.

To compare the use of virtual 3D casts as an alternative to paper-based exercises in preclinical removable partial denture (RPD) design in terms of student outcomes (as evidenced by exercise evaluation scores), as well as student attitudes related to the 2 formats. The first hypothesis of this study is that virtual 3D digital models in the exercise will result in better student outcomes as evidenced by the final exercise score compared to the 2D drawings. The second hypothesis is that virtual 3D digital models in the exercise will result in greater student acceptance compared to the 2D drawings. Students were divided into 2 equal, randomly assigned groups Both groups were made to solve 2 exercises: a class II exercise and a class IV exercise. Group 1 received the first exercise (exercise #1) as a Kennedy class IV design exercise in virtual 3D and the second exercise (exercise #2) as a Kennedy class II design exercise in traditional format. Group 2 would receive the opposite exercise #1 as a Kennedy class IV in traditional format and exercise #2 as a Kennedy class II in virtual 3D format. Virtual 3D casts were made to be identical to the traditional exercises. Students were then asked to complete a short survey to assess their preferences. The Wilcoxon Rank Sum test was used to compare the distribution of scores of exercises using the virtual 3D format with the scores when students used the traditional 2D format. Preference comparisons for the 2 formats were accomplished using exact binomial tests. There was no difference in learning outcomes based on the distribution of student scores for either exercise independent of presentation format (p > 0.52). There was also no difference in individual student score between 2 identical exercises, independent of whether the exercise was using 3D virtual models or 2D drawings. A greater proportion of students agreed with the statements that favored the use of the virtual 3D models than disagreed with respect to all 7 questions asked, based upon the sign test (comparing agreement vs. disagreement with the statement, p < 0.0003 in all instances). Despite there being no difference in learning outcomes (final scores), the students showed an overwhelming preference in having the virtual 3D casts part as part of the curriculum.

Enhancing Student Learning by Simulation

Enhancing Student Learning by Simulation

Teacher Interest-Led Inquiry: Unlocking Teacher Passion to Enhance Student Learning Experiences in Primary Mathematics

Building on recent research into the importance of positive teacher emotions for student learning experiences, the current study involved five upper primary teachers at a Victorian government school developing inquiry mathematics units built around topic areas of personal interest or passion. Respective students (n=88) elected to participate in one of five structured inquires developed by these teachers. Despite being given a mandate to let their own passion drive their topic choice, interviews with teachers indicated that they invariably anticipated the interests of students when selecting their topic. Moreover, although teachers enjoyed the experience of developing and delivering the inquiry units, their emotional responses were inextricably linked to the perceived student learning experience. Student questionnaire data revealed that participation in the inquiry units was associated with increases in students’ intrinsic motivation to learn mathematics. Students attributed positive evaluations to the opportunity to learn mathematics in a context in which they were personally engaged. Possible future research directions are discussed.

Development of Local GeoStories: Using Data to Improve Community Health and Enhance Student Learning about the Social Determinants of Health

Development of Local GeoStories: Using Data to Improve Community Health and Enhance Student Learning about the Social Determinants of Health

Utilization of Digital Bluetooth Stethoscopes to Enhance Student Learning.

Utilization of Digital Bluetooth Stethoscopes to Enhance Student Learning.

Integration of ARCS Motivational Model and IT to Enhance Students Learning in the Context of Atayal Culture

This study involved using teaching strategies from the ARCS Motivational Model to develop new interdisciplinary curricular modules and ability assessments that combine Atayal culture with information technology. The purpose was to explore whether, through pedagogy based on the ARCS motivational model, indigenous middle-school students had a significant improvement in teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities, and whether or not students’ interest in information technology and culture was inspired. Research subjects were 17 first-year students in an Atayal Comprehensive Junior-Senior High School in Nan’ao, Yilan County. The research period was 2016-2017, and data was collected from teaching demonstrations, thoughts written down by students, and tests. Research tools include the qualitative written thoughts of the students and a quantitative assessment of the key abilities of teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities. There were a total of 33 items. To explore whether there was a significant change in indigenous students’ teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities, the Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used for statistical analysis of pre-test and post-test results. Research results show that indigenous students performed significantly better in the post-test than in the pre-test with respect to teamwork, creative thinking, and communication. The thoughts students wrote down after class clearly expressed interest in the cross-disciplinary course combining culture and information technology. Therefore, the course using an ARCS motivational model to combine Atayal culture and information technology significantly improved indigenous students’ teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities.

Integration of ARCS Motivational Model and IT to Enhance Students Learning in the Context of Atayal Culture

This study involved using teaching strategies from the ARCS Motivational Model to develop new interdisciplinary curricular modules and ability assessments that combine Atayal culture with information technology. The purpose was to explore whether, through pedagogy based on the ARCS motivational model, indigenous middle-school students had a significant improvement in teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities, and whether or not students’ interest in information technology and culture was inspired. Research subjects were 17 first-year students in an Atayal Comprehensive Junior-Senior High School in Nan’ao, Yilan County. The research period was 2016-2017, and data was collected from teaching demonstrations, thoughts written down by students, and tests. Research tools include the qualitative written thoughts of the students and a quantitative assessment of the key abilities of teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities. There were a total of 33 items. To explore whether there was a significant change in indigenous students’ teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities, the Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used for statistical analysis of pre-test and post-test results. Research results show that indigenous students performed significantly better in the post-test than in the pre-test with respect to teamwork, creative thinking, and communication. The thoughts students wrote down after class clearly expressed interest in the cross-disciplinary course combining culture and information technology. Therefore, the course using an ARCS motivational model to combine Atayal culture and information technology significantly improved indigenous students’ teamwork, creative thinking, and communication abilities.