Browsing CBLIS Conference Proceedings 2007 Contemporary Perspective on new technologies in science and education by Issue Date
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The design, implementation, and evaluation of an environmental-based cscl task with 5th and 6th graders
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The present paper aims to report on the progressive design, development, and evaluation of an environmentalbased computer supported collaborative learning task for upper primary school students. In the first section of ... -
A framework for evaluating e-learning Environments
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The management of many universities is in a state of transformation from the traditional collegiate, to a more structured corporate style of management. These universities are increasingly modelling their educational adm ... -
Courseware material re-use via model driven Lms platform integration
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The success of the e-learning paradigm observed in recent times created a growing demand for e-learning systems in universities and other educational institutions, that itself led to the development of a number of ... -
Approaches to the evaluation of elearning
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The development of eLearning is a rapidly expanding area of education and it has become a phenomenon in the learning and knowledge society of the 21st century. Many schools – from basic to universities have adopted ... -
Improving learning outcomes through the Utilization of next generation e-learning Technologies
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Educational practice has in recent times been experiencing significant transitions. The ‘sage on a stage’ models of learning are slowly shifting to those of learning facilitation; that is the ‘guide on the side’ paradigm. ... -
An e-learning framework For wound image understanding
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This paper presents a Java based e-learning framework for analyzing, processing and understanding wound images, to be used in teaching, learning and research activities. We intend to promote e-learning technologies in medical, ... -
Exploring the use of mobile technology for delivering electronic support
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Mobile technologies in one form or another are having a significant impact on the way teaching and learning are delivered within all levels of the curriculum. Bearing this in mind, we have recently started to explore ways ... -
Exploiting a unified infrastructure of a fusion Networking environment for the support of Novel tele-learning applications
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This paper presents the capabilities of the new digital terrestrial television (DVB-T) in supporting tele-learning applications, where the lecturer and the students are virtually present in the same classroom from their ... -
E-learning platform evaluation through Multicriteria analysis
(University of Cyprus, 2007)In this paper we present a multicriteria methodology for supporting institutes’ decisions on eLearning platform evaluation. Based on previous research, we define a set of evaluation criteria, define appropriate weights ... -
The integration of ict tools in education as an Example of the interplay between technology And society
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) constitute an essential part of the infrastructure for modern societies, facilitating access, processing and storing of information and promoting communication between ... -
Realistic multimedia: from physical models to Instructive multimedia content
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Multimedia technologies are invaluable in generating realistic content and applications which increase the effectiveness and communication impact of research results. The functional keyword “realistic” means content that ... -
ICT supported educational module for Preservation of existing ecosystem
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Increasing undergraduate students’ understanding of our ecosystems by way of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) is rather important for the sustainability and future of our world. With this aim, ICT supported ... -
Development and assessment of web based Curriculum materials for decision making About socio-scientific issues: the example of Trace chemicals in drinking water
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This paper reports on a research effort targeted at helping high-school students develop decision-making skills, in the context of an important socio-scientific issue that is not traditionally included in school curricula. ... -
Concept-driven learning goal for flex-el
(University of Cyprus, 2007)There are a number of universities offering course material through elearning or web-based learning. The common practice is that these courses are available only for those learners who are seeking degree curriculum. ... -
Strategies of forming students’ critical Thinking in the face of new technologies During biology lessons
(University of Cyprus, 2007)In the research the presentation of possibilities of forming students’ critical thinking about complex subject issues during ICT- aided genetics lessons at high school level was attempted. This paper reports research which ... -
Computer-supported informal learning in an Electronic village of local interest
(University of Cyprus, 2007)We present an approach and a collection of tools, which advance a perspective on learning, informed by sociological theory of ‘group stabilization’ and ‘situated action-reflection’. The former serves as a theoretical guide ... -
Modeling with stagecast creator: a video-case Study describing the process of Developing, evaluating and refining models of Accelerated motion in elementary school
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This paper describes a video case study from an elementary science/computer after-school club during which eleven sixth graders used Stagecast Creator™ to develop computer-based models of accelerated motion. Research in ... -
Using wikis as a teaching and learning resource
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Wikis represent the next natural and logical development in the ‘history of writing’. They were first introduced over 10 years ago as a fully editable writing tool to facilitate collaboration through the use of networked ... -
Dietetics-software programs and computerbased Learning
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Dietetics-software programs integrate the automation of many clinical nutrition and food-management functions. Clinical Dietetics activities such as nutrition screening, nutrition assessment, diet-order entry, patient ... -
Worksheet-based material development and Application in computer-assisted chemistry Education
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This study aims to develop computer-assisted worksheet-based teaching materials on atoms and screening as challenging topics of chemistry for students and to determine the effects of these materials on students’ achievement. ...