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Use of questionmark assessment software to improve learning and teaching
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
Computer aided assessment (CAA) using Questionmark Perception software can be used to enhance learning through the regular use of formative assessment. The range of question styles available within Perception provide
good ...
WebCT dialogues on particle theory of matter: presumptive reasoning in students’ argumentation
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
A way of scaffolding students to move back and forth between multiple meanings is the use of discussions that feature argumentation. Argumentation involves the evaluation of the worth, accuracy, and authenticity of various ...
Designing and evaluating a research-based Teaching sequence for electrical capacitance
(University of Cyprus, 2008)
This presentation examines the didactic suitability of introducing a teaching sequence when teaching the concept
of electrical capacitance in the context of charging a body. This short sequence targets first year ...
Enews: an odl platform to support environmental citizenship
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
This article describes the main activities and approaches of the eNews Minerva (Open and Distance Learning - ODL) Project. eNews is an initiative of the European Commission SOCRATES Minerva Program 2001 with the primary ...
New interactive decision games implemented in dega environment
(Pedagogical Faculty of University of Ostrava, 2001)
Interactive decision games are specifically designed to simulate options and issues of the uncertainty and
complexity involved in decision making. Games are used in a PBL (problem based learning) situations, where
students ...
Biomedical physics and medical professionals: harmony or dissonance in study quality Improvement?
(University of Cyprus, 2008)
Following independence, Lithuania introduced changes into the health care and higher education sectors, in order
to improve the quality of medical studies in the European context. While new subjects were added to the ...
A hypothesis on the learning process as a basis for science curriculum development
(University of Cyprus, 2008)
Misconceptions (also known as alternative conceptions) are a perennial problem in physics education. Research
was focused worldwide on this, with limited successes achieved. The problem can be approached from different
...
Comparative teaching strategies In special relativity
(University of Cyprus, 2008)
The introduction of modern physics topics in secondary schools is one of the highest challenges in physics
education. In this regard, a specific exercise has been carried out in the context of a dedicated Summer ...
Investigating the learning of RLC circuits with The aid of computer-based activities
(University of Cyprus, 2008)
The purpose of this study was to get some insight about using computational simulations and modeling activities
to promote a better students’ conceptual understanding of RLC circuits. The theoretical framework adopted ...
Effects of physical and virtual Experimentation on students conceptual Understanding in heat and temperature
(University of Cyprus, 2008)
The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of Physical Manipulatives (PM), Virtual Manipulatives (VM),
and two sequential combinations of PM and VM, on pre-service students’ understanding of scientific concepts ...