Scaffolding and Web Concordancers as Support for Language Learning

Wen-Li Chang; Yu-Chih Sun

Computer Assisted Language Learning Vol. 22, No. 4 (October 2009) pp. 283–302

The present study investigates the effects of scaffolding and web concordancers on students' proofreading performance. The study addresses the following research questions: (1) How does a concordancer search enhance students' proofreading...

An Exploratory Study of the Effects of Extended Online Thematic Listening Tasks on the Development of Listening Comprehension

Yu-Chih Sun; Wen-Li Chang; Fang-Ying Yang

International Journal of Computer-Assisted Language Learning and Teaching Vol. 1, No. 3 (July 2011) pp. 37–53

This study investigates the effects of employing extended online thematic listening tasks on the development of listening comprehension in an English course focusing on reading and writing skill development. To accomplish this aim, extended online...

Using Scratch as game-based learning tool to reduce learning anxiety in programming course

Wen-Yuan Wu; Chih-Kai Chang; Yu-Ying He

Global Learn 2010 (May 17, 2010) pp. 1845–1852

This study explores the relationships among learning achievement, learning anxiety, and computer programming language for novices by using visual programming language, such as Scratch, for remedial instructions. The subjects (n=45) were freshman who ...

Topics: Programming

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...

A learning style classification mechanism for e-learning

Yi-Chun Chang; Wen-Yan Kao; Chih-Ping Chu; Chiung-Hui Chiu

Computers & Education Vol. 53, No. 2 (September 2009) pp. 273–285

With the growing demand in e-learning, numerous research works have been done to enhance teaching quality in e-learning environments. Among these studies, researchers have indicated that adaptive learning is a critical requirement for promoting the...

Language: English

A Comparison of Students' Approaches to Inquiry, Conceptual Learning, and Attitudes in Simulation-Based and Microcomputer-Based Laboratories

Sufen Chen; Wen-Hua Chang; Chih-Hung Lai; Cheng-Yue Tsai

Science Education Vol. 98, No. 5 (September 2014) pp. 905–935

The purpose of this project was to investigate the effects of virtual versus physical manipulation using a simulation-based laboratory activity (SBL) and a microcomputer-based laboratory activity (MBL). Both the SBL and the MBL used computers to...

Detection of Misconceptions and Misleading Questions by Using Quantitative Diagnostic Assessment

Martin M. Weng; Wen-Chih Chang; Neil Y. Yen; Timothy K. Shih; Hui-Huang Hsu

International Journal of Distance Education Technologies Vol. 12, No. 2 (2014) pp. 26–50

Researches into E-Learning pay emphasis on how the technology is applied for comprehensive learning support in various perspectives. Lots of advantages are involved while performing the E-Learning. For example, timely contents are applicable to be...

Enhancing SCORM Metadata for Assessment Authoring in E-Learning

Wen-Chih Chang; Hui-Huang Hsu; Timothy K. Smith; Chun-Chia Wang

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 20, No. 4 (August 2004) pp. 305–316

With the rapid development of distance learning and the XML technology, metadata play an important role in e-Learning. Nowadays, many distance learning standards, such as SCORM, AICC CMI, IEEE LTSC LOM and IMS, use metadata to tag learning materials....

Using S-P Chart and Bloom Taxonomy to Develop Intelligent Formative Assessment Tool

Wen-Chih Chang; Hsuan-Che Yang; Timothy K. Shih; Louis R. Chao

International Journal of Distance Education Technologies Vol. 7, No. 4 (2009) pp. 1–16

E-learning provides a convenient and efficient way for learning. Formative assessment not only guides student in instruction and learning, diagnose skill or knowledge gaps, but also measures progress and evaluation. An efficient and convenient e...

An analysis of student collaborative problem solving activities mediated by collaborative simulations

Chia-Jung Chang; Ming-Hua Chang; Bing-Cheng Chiu; Chen-Chung Liu; Shih-Hsun Fan Chiang; Cai-Ting Wen; Fu-Kwun Hwang; Ying-Tien Wu; Po-Yao Chao; Chia-Hsi Lai; Su-Wen Wu; Chih-Kang Chang; Wenli Chen

Computers & Education Vol. 114, No. 1 (November 2017) pp. 222–235

Collaborative problem solving (CPS) is considered as one of the core competencies of the 21st century. Collaborative simulations which allow multiple students to participate in CPS activities in a shared simulation session are now increasingly...

Language: English

Internet-Based Science Learning: A Review of Journal Publications

Silvia Wen-Yu Lee; Chin-Chung Tsai; Ying-Tien Wu; Meng-Jung Tsai; Tzu-Chien Liu; Fu-Kwun Hwang; Chih-Hung Lai; Jyh-Chong Liang; Huang-Ching Wu; Chun-Yen Chang

International Journal of Science Education Vol. 33, No. 14 (2011) pp. 1893–1925

Internet-based science learning has been advocated by many science educators for more than a decade. This review examines relevant research on this topic. Sixty-five papers are included in the review. The review consists of the following two major...