Browsing CBLIS Conference Proceedings 2007 Contemporary Perspective on new technologies in science and education by Title
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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 ... -
A framework for the effective delivery of Online professional development in statistics Education
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This article presents the pedagogical framework underlying the design of EarlyStatistics, a European Union funded program that aims to enhance the quality of statistics education offered in European elementary and middle ... -
Functional comprehension of concepts and Graphical representations in kinematics Supported by M.B.l. and simulations
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The aim of this paper is the formulation of an instructive proposal for the conceptual comprehension of phenomena of Kinematics in one dimension, in the Greek Lyceum, supported by: suitable laboratory activities with the ... -
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 ... -
Improving geometrical skills by using Computers to create simple mechanical models
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Interactive geometry software is mostly used at schools as an environment for solving traditional geometrical examples. Students’ skills, which have been learned in classical geometry and by constructing classical figures ... -
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. ... -
In Memory Of Jan Dunin-Borkowski
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Information technology for understanding Science (it for us)
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The principal aim of the IT for US Project is to present teachers with a vision for the use of ICT in science teaching which exploits the qualities of software tools for developing conceptual understanding of scientific phenomena. ... -
Inquiry-based activities using a variety of Pedagogical tools
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This study examined the impact of an inquiry-based and modeling-based instructional intervention on primary school students, using different pedagogical tools: video, real objects and a technology-based environment ... -
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 ... -
Learning of geometry supported by the Program cabri
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Programs for computers have been developed many years with the aim to help teacher of mathematics to make education of geometry more efficient. If we criticize software according to quantity of their use in schools ... -
Mobile station position and velocity computerbased Estimation using adaptive algorithms and Smart antennas
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The increasing demand for mobile communication services without a corresponding increase in radio frequency spectrum allocation motivates the need for new techniques to improve spectrum utilization. An approach that shows ... -
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 ... -
On the usage and potential applications of The finite element method magnetics (femm) Package in the teaching of electromagnetics In higher education
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Finite Element Method Magnetics (FEMM) is an open source finite element analysis software package for solving 2D planar and 3D axisymmetric low frequency electromagnetic problems including both electrostatics and magnetostatics. ... -
Optilab: design and development of an Integrated virtual laboratory for teaching optics
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The international research and experience have proved that the approach of studying subjects with the help of computer and multimedia applications can exceed, to one degree, technical and instructive restrictions of ... -
Pedagogical principles for activity based Training methodologies
(University of Cyprus, 2007)This paper outlines and discusses pedagogical approaches, teaching principles and learning design of industrial oriented skills upgrading processes utilizing video based training sessions, blended learning methodologies ... -
Preparing students to use virtual learning Environments: information literacy and Independent researching
(University of Cyprus, 2007)The basic characteristics of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) and e-learning are presented. The issue of information overload and the production and dissemination of digital information is discussed. The importance and ... -
The rationale, design, and implementation of a web-based inquiry learning environment
(University of Cyprus, 2007)It is reported that, without appropriate support, students might face several difficulties when engaging in highlevel reasoning in science. This paper discusses the design of a software-based tool to support students’ ... -
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 ... -
Regional science education workshop online through the college of exploration
(University of Cyprus, 2007)Six days of interactive on-line programming brought the science of the Great Lakes of North America to workshop participants from 20 U.S. states and four countries. Regional leaders of the Center for Ocean Sciences Education ...