Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia articles

Recent articles from Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia

The use of instructional simulations to support classroom teaching: a crisis communication case study.
December 22, 2006... The purpose of this study was to investigate how exposure to classroom instruction affected the use of a computer simulation that was designed to provide students an opportunity to apply material presented in class. The study involved an analysis of a computer-based crisis communication case...

Improving students' understanding and perception of cell theory in school biology using a computer-based instruction simulation program.
December 22, 2006... A survey by the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) revealed that students' academic performance and interest in secondary school biology has been generally poor. This has been attributed to the current methods of instruction and the lack of instructional resources amenable to the study...

Cognitive overhead in hypertext learning reexamined: overcoming the myths.
December 22, 2006... In hypertext learning, comparative research is mostly dedicated to differences in text-hypertext information retrieval and processing and to optimization of nonlinear information retrieval. Most of these investigations are conducted within the context of applied research. The theoretical...

Contentious issues in science education: building critical thinking patterns through two-dimensional concept mapping.
December 22, 2006... Using a survey and follow-up qualitative research design, an elaborate model of technology integration has been studied in a science education classroom. Using a coding system known as cognotes, teacher-interns were first taught how to recognize electronic discussion contributions consisting...

Using digital video as a research tool: ethical issues for researchers.
December 22, 2006... Digital video and accompanying editing software are increasingly becoming more accessible for researchers in terms of ease of use and cost. The rich, visually appealing and seductive nature of video-based data can convey a strong sense of direct experience with the phenomena studied (Pea,...