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Simulation as a home learning environment — students’ views
Author(s) -
Ronen M.,
Eliahu M.
Publication year - 1999
Publication title -
journal of computer assisted learning
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.583
H-Index - 93
eISSN - 1365-2729
pISSN - 0266-4909
DOI - 10.1046/j.1365-2729.1999.00101.x
Subject(s) - constructive , mathematics education , learning environment , relation (database) , computer science , educational technology , computer assisted instruction , psychology , process (computing) , database , operating system
This paper describes a pilot study aimed at exploring the possibility of introducing simulation‐based homework into science learning, in the present junior‐high school setting. Two 9th grade classes have performed simulation‐based homework assignments as part of the study of electrical circuits, during two months. Students’ views about this activity were analyzed in relation to their prior computer experience and their achievement. The findings reveal that most students favour using the simulation as a home learning environment and find it more interesting and effective than the other homework activities. Students realise the potential of a simulation as a source of constructive feedback that enables them to take more responsibility on their learning.