Reconstruction of three-dimensional breast-tumor model using multispectral gradient vector flow snake method

Sheng-Chih Yang; Cheng-Yi Yu; Cheng-Jian Lin; Hsueh-Yi Lin; Chi-Yuan Lin

Journal of Applied Research and Technology Vol. 13, No. 2 (April 2015) pp. 279–290

In this study, we have proposed a three-dimensional (3D) model reconstruction system for breast tumors. The proposed system can establish an accurate 3D model of tumors, which will serve as a diagnostic reference for physicians and also address the...

Language: English

A Study of Pre-Service Teachers’ Perception of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge on Algebra

Cheng-Yao Lin; Yu-Chun Kuo; Yi-Yin Ko

Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching Vol. 34, No. 3 (July 2015) pp. 327–344

The purpose of this study was to investigate elementary pre-service teachers’ content knowledge in algebra (Linear Equation, Quadratic Equation, Functions, System Equations and Polynomials) as well as their technological pedagogical content...

Construct DTPB Model by Using DEMATEL: A Study of a University Library Website

Yu-Cheng Lee; Yi-Fang Hsieh; Yau-Bin Guo

Program: Electronic Library and Information Systems Vol. 47, No. 2 (2013) pp. 155–169

Purpose: Traditional studies on a decomposed theory of planned behavior (DTPB) analyze the relationship of variables through a structural equation model. If certain variables do not fully comply with the independent hypothesis, it is not possible to ...

Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge: Pre-service Teachers’ Perception and Beliefs in Mathematics

Cheng-Yao Lin; Yu-Chun Kuo; Yi-Yin Ko

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2014 (Mar 17, 2014) pp. 1422–1431

This study focuses on elementary pre-service teachers’ content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, and technological pedagogical content knowledge of linear and quadratic equations. The relationships among Technological Pedagogical Content...

Topics: mathematics education, Technological, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Research & Evaluation

Collaborative Learning Experiences in Online Instructional Design Courses

Heng-Yu Ku; Linda Lohr; Yi-Chia Cheng

Annual Meeting of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology 2004 (October 2005)

Few universities are currently offering an online course with collaborative learning component in Instructional Design. This study shared information on an on-going evaluation of online Instructional Design courses from 94 graduate students who have ...

Collaborative Game-Based Learning with Motion-Sensing Technology: Analyzing Students' Motivation, Attention, and Relaxation Levels

Cheng-Yu Hung; Yu-Ren Lin; Kai-Yi Huang; Pao-Ta Yu; Jerry Sun

International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design Vol. 7, No. 4 (October 2017) pp. 53–64

The purpose of this study was to compare the influence of a single-player game with that of a collaborative game on students' motivation, attention levels, and relaxation levels in a motion-sensing learning environment. Participants were 20 college...

An Automatic Multimedia Content Summarization System for Video Recommendation

Jie Chi Yang; Yi Ting Huang; Chi Cheng Tsai; Ching I. Chung; Yu Chieh Wu

Educational Technology & Society Vol. 12, No. 1 (2009) pp. 49–61

In recent years, using video as a learning resource has received a lot of attention and has been successfully applied to many learning activities. In comparison with text-based learning, video learning integrates more multimedia resources, which...

The effects of high/low interactive electronic storybooks on elementary school students’ reading motivation, story comprehension and chromatics concepts

Gloria Yi-Ming Kao; Chin‐Chung Tsai; Chia-Yu Liu; Cheng-Han Yang

Computers & Education Vol. 100, No. 1 (September 2016) pp. 56–70

Providing e-books does not automatically increase readers’ comprehension. E-books must be designed to facilitate students’ learning effects. We designed two versions (high/low interactive) of the electronic picture book titled “Color Monster’s...

Language: English

Collaborative Language Learning between Taiwanese students and Americans through Videoconferencing Activities

Yi-chuan Jane Hsieh; Yu-Chih Ken Chang; Wen-Cheng Hsu

World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2007 (Oct 15, 2007) pp. 6029–6034

This study focused on the intercultural communication between Taiwanese college students and American native English speakers by means of synchronous and asynchronous technologies, such as videoconferencing and online discussion forum. We...

Discovering the Life Stories of Modern Hakka Mothers in a Classroom

Hung-Cheng Chen; Eric Liu; Sheng-Yi Wu; Chin-Yu Lin

International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design Vol. 1, No. 2 (April 2011) pp. 73–85

This study examines the life stories of Hakka mothers by a systematic approach in a classroom. In order to grasp a vivid portrait of the so-called “Hakka Mother”, a series of courses that allow every student to revisit the life stories of mothers...

Student Performance and Attitudes under Personalized Computer-Based Instruction in Mathematics

Heng-Yu Ku; Christi Harter; Pei-Lin Liu; Yi-Chia Cheng; Ling Yang

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2004 (2004) pp. 4464–4467

This study investigated the effects of personalized computer-based instruction (CBI) on the achievement and attitudes concerning arithmetic problems and two-step mathematics word problems of 104 middle school American students from a predominately...

Topics: Computers, Interaction, Attitudes, Middle School Education, Students

Effects of a Mobile Electronic Guidebook on Visitors' Attention and Visiting Behaviors

Yao-Ting Sung; Kuo-En Chang; Yi-Hsuan Lee; Wen-Cheng Yu

Educational Technology & Society Vol. 11, No. 2 (2008) pp. 67–80

Museums are one of the most important institutions providing students with the opportunity to gain knowledge, experience cultures, and develop different interests in an informal learning setting. As information and communication technology (ICT) has ...

Into the Academy: Preparing and Mentoring International Doctoral Students

Heng-Yu Ku; Maria K. E. Lahman; Hsin-Te Yeh; Yi-Chia Cheng

Educational Technology Research and Development Vol. 56, No. 3 (June 2008) pp. 365–377

This qualitative case study was an examination of a team-based faculty/mentor-led International Doctoral Student Support Group (IDSSG) designed specifically around issues in preparing and mentoring international doctoral students for careers in...

The Response of the Stages of Concern about the Innovation Questionnaire among Pre-service Teachers

Pei-Lin Liu; Heng-Yu Ku; David Falvo; Dennis Charsky; Yi-Chia Cheng; Hsin-Te Yeh; Eric Van Buskirk

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2004 (2004) pp. 3472–3474

In response to school-needs and state-requirements, the University of Northern Colorado's PT3 grant redesigned the two one-credit requisite educational technology courses for the undergraduate teacher preparation programs. The first course redesign...

Topics: Teachers, Educational Technology

The Current State of Attitude Toward Computer Use for Pre-service Teachers

Pei-Lin Liu; Heng-Yu Ku; David Falvo; Dennis Charsky; Yi-Chia Cheng; Hsin-Te Yeh; Eric Van Buskirk

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2004 (2004) pp. 3469–3471

This study describes the results of an Attitude Toward Computer Use Survey (ATCUS). More than 1,000 pre-service teachers completed the survey as part of the University of Northern Colorado's Preparing for Tomorrow's Teacher to Use Technology (PT3)...

Topics: Computers, Teachers, Attitudes

The Effectiveness of a Facebook-Assisted Teaching Method on Knowledge and Attitudes about Cervical Cancer Prevention and HPV Vaccination Intention among Female Adolescent Students in Taiwan

Ching-Yi Lai; Wei-Wen Wu; Shao-Yu Tsai; Su-Fen Cheng; Kuan-Chia Lin; Shu-Yuan Liang

Health Education & Behavior Vol. 42, No. 3 (June 2015) pp. 352–360

Background: Lack of education is a known barrier to vaccination, but data on the design and effectiveness of interventions remain limited. Objective: This study aims to identify the effectiveness of a Facebook-assisted teaching method on female...