{"title":"Analysing the impact of poor teaching on student performance","authors":"Anupam Khan, S. Ghosh","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851789","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851789","url":null,"abstract":"Teaching is a process of knowledge dissemination from teacher to the student. Superior teaching stimulate student to study and perform at least as expected. Poor teaching demotivate them which catalyse the process of diminishing interest on the topic. Some recent study indicate that proper knowledge dissemination impacts student satisfaction. However, the co-relation between teaching effectiveness and final grade is still not clearly mentioned in literature. This study proposes a quantifiable measure that indicates the degradation with respect to expected performance of a student. It also investigates the probable relationship of poor performance by both teacher and student. The scope is limited to theoretical courses of traditional classroom-based education. The analysis is based on nearly 0.2 million real transaction records obtained from an academic institute of national importance in India. The result of association mining suggests that performance degradation is inversely related to teaching quality. The trend is similar for all categories of student.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"301 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133896555","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A multimedia learning environment for information theory","authors":"Mohamed Hamada, Mohammed Hassan","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851770","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851770","url":null,"abstract":"Achieving significant learning goals in computer science and engineering courses require practical interaction between course instructor and students, and also within class members through multimedia learning environment. This is because multimedia learning becomes the major pedagogical approach as a result of high advancement and usage of digital technology and virtual communication, especially by the modern day students. Multimedia learning environment is a new and promising research area that is geared towards motivating students to fully concentrate during the learning process. This paper presents a case study of multimedia environment for teaching and learning of information theory and its associated courses. The system integrates, in the form of multimedia, different modules that can deal with students' individual differences and various learning styles. There are modules that are designed in a movie-like structure, and an introductory module that displays an animated hypertext that fully gives the fundamental concept of information theory. Furthermore, there are other modules like self-assessment module for testing and examining the performance of the learner. The result of the experiments conducted using this learning environment to test the effectiveness of the system is presented to ensure improvement in students' performance in the classroom and also their motivation toward learning the course.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"14 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133061131","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A prototype project with a new workspace for Mechanics of Machinery","authors":"R. Chancharoen, K. Maneeratana","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851795","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851795","url":null,"abstract":"This paper described how a quick prototype project was re-organized in the Mechanics of Machinery, which had been a compulsory course for third-year mechanical engineering students. Each student group chose a configuration from the internet so that they would see good examples with no available analyses from textbooks. Then, students had to knowledge from class to analyze the mechanism kinematics, prepare data and resources for the construction, manufacture customized parts and assemble components into prototypes. From available manufacturing methods, most students chose the digital manufacturing, namely the laser cut and 3D printing. The ability to display and describe the prototypes were also evaluated. The instructional development was largely based on the CDIO Standards for design-build experiences and engineering workspace. The project was a success with configurations that were more complicated and realistic than previous years with fun and cool atmosphere. The major points for improvement was the documentation. Students' reflection showed that they could identify the activities and weakness which could be better conducted. The new workspace was reasonably received as the project space with the Net Promoter Score of 14% and 78.6% agreed or strongly agreed that they could link the project to the class contents.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"270 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131584094","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. Yajima, Akiko Takahashi, Yasuhiro Kashiwaba, Yoshihiro Hayakawa
{"title":"The promotion of the Active Learning -DIY and student PBL at Hirose Campus","authors":"K. Yajima, Akiko Takahashi, Yasuhiro Kashiwaba, Yoshihiro Hayakawa","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851790","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851790","url":null,"abstract":"In Japan, the educational model has been changed drastically. Recently Active Learning(AL) has promoted for educational systems. To implement the AL, students have high motivation for their education and feature life. Now National Institute of Technology has been promoting the AL for all NIT of colleges (each other Kosen). Sendai Kosen took a lead of this promotion, because our Kosen is center of this renovations. This paper, we report our activity. 1. To reform the Teacher's attitude: Plan the FD. We took the questioner for all teacher, we analysis of the implement of AL all subjects. 2. Environmental improvement: Maintenance in the classroom where AL is possible and the ICT environment. We started new style of FD, and renovated of classroom cooperated with our students. We supported these for the student's projects. We tough this projects succeed with cooperated with our teacher and students.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"36 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124815762","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Akiko Takahashi, Yasuhiro Kashiwaba, Yoshihiro Hayakawa, Yoshikatsu Kubota, K. Yajima
{"title":"Analysis of Active Learning suitability of subjects in information and electronics for computing education","authors":"Akiko Takahashi, Yasuhiro Kashiwaba, Yoshihiro Hayakawa, Yoshikatsu Kubota, K. Yajima","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851802","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851802","url":null,"abstract":"“Active Learning (AL),” the teaching method which puts more emphasis on students' active participation in class and their abilities to discover problems and solve them, has been coming under the spotlight worldwide. We are promoting AL in the field of information and electronics. Especially, we are practicing A3 Learning System specializing in utilizing computers. We have aggressively introduced AL in class and seen the good effects of them. However, some problems are emerging in a certain type of subjects, which may mean that there are subjects unsuitable for AL. In this paper we report large-scale analysis of introduction of AL in information and electronics field and suggest that successful introduction of AL in class depends on the type of subjects.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"226 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115591507","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Using augmented reality to learn the enumeration strategies of cubes","authors":"Chih-Hung Yu, Yi-Ting Liao, Cheng-Chih Wu","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851832","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851832","url":null,"abstract":"This study developed augmented reality (AR) tools to help elementary school students learn enumeration strategies-layer strategy and the formula strategy, for calculating the volume of cubes. A quasi-experiment design was conducted in this study to evaluate the effectiveness of the AR tools. Two classes with a total of 52 students participated in the study. One class with 28 students used the physical cubes to learn the enumeration strategies, whereas the other class with 25 students used the physical cubes combined with the AR tools. Our findings showed that students using the AR tools with physical cubes (1) performed better in achievement test, (2) became more confident on learning while applying the layer strategy, and (3) were more satisfied with the learning activities, as compared to students without the AR tools. The AR tools also helped students better understand the move and fill process for forming a cuboid, and promoted them to implement the volume formula in a meaningful way.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"11 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121210653","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Open Educational Resources (OERs) and Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) in Vocational and Professional Education and Training (VPET)","authors":"D. Towey, R. Ng, Tianchong Wang","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851808","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851808","url":null,"abstract":"This paper examines teachers' views on Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) and Open Educational Resources (OERs) in Vocational and Professional Educational and Training (VPET) in Hong Kong. A number of the Quality Enhancement Supporting Scheme Projects sponsored by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR Government indicate increasing effort to develop OERs for VPET. Several studies have shown that although VPET emphasizes hand-on practical skills under an instructor's supervision, online OERs are increasingly being considered as effective independent learning materials to facilitate learning and teaching. To further examine the needs, a study was conducted in the leading VPET institution in Hong Kong. Questionnaire surveys were distributed to teachers for feedback from TEL and OER seminars and training workshops. Findings indicate that although TEL and OERs for VPET are in great demand, the funding, institutional support, and technical ability to develop TEL and OERs remain concerns.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"125 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115185756","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A model of e-Learning value creation based on triple-factor","authors":"Sfenrianto","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851823","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851823","url":null,"abstract":"An understanding of factors that influence the success of students in e-Learning process should be considered in order to improve learning outcomes. To achieve this improvement, this study proposed learning style, motivation, and knowledge ability (triple-factor) to add value creation model of an e-Learning system. In order to accommodate the model, this study has explored the triple-factor in e-learning process using online learning at Learning Management System (LMS) Binus Online Learning. The results of the study showed that there was a tendency that e-Learning values (good (Y2) and very good (Y3)) were influenced by learning styles (X2 (30.23%) and X3 (46.51%)), motivation (X5 (27.91%) and X6 (48.84%)), knowledge ability factor (X9 (44.19%) and X10 (30.23%)). Meanwhile the e-learning value of less than satisfactory (Y1) influenced by Learning Styles (X1 (23.26%)), motivation (X4 (23.26%)), knowledge ability factor (X7 (20.93%) and X8 (4.65%)). Thus, this study has proven that the existence of triple-factor that reflect the relationship between e-learning value, and those factors (learning styles, motivation, and knowledge ability). The findings of this study contribute to a better understanding of the existence of these factors to support a model of value creation in e-Learning process.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"56 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123121802","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
D. Dicheva, Austin Hodge, Christo Dichev, Keith Irwin
{"title":"On the design of an educational game for a Data Structures course","authors":"D. Dicheva, Austin Hodge, Christo Dichev, Keith Irwin","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851763","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851763","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper we present work-in-progress on developing an educational game for teaching Stacks as part of a Data Structures course. We first present a review of the published related work and then describe our approach to the development of the Stack game. As an essential part of the design, we discuss in detail the requirements to the game. We also describe the developed parts of this intriguing puzzle game with realistic 3D graphics that covers all aspects of teaching the Stack data structure, from concept to use to implementation.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125828622","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kornraphop Kawintiranon, P. Vateekul, A. Suchato, P. Punyabukkana
{"title":"Understanding knowledge areas in curriculum through text mining from course materials","authors":"Kornraphop Kawintiranon, P. Vateekul, A. Suchato, P. Punyabukkana","doi":"10.1109/TALE.2016.7851788","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/TALE.2016.7851788","url":null,"abstract":"Curriculum analysis is attracting widespread interest in educational field. There are two main approaches: (i) human-based and (ii) text-based assessments. Although an evaluation by teachers and learners are widely used, it is inconvenient and time-consuming. Also, the results absolutely rely on individual attitude. The text-based approach aims to directly evaluate the course syllabus; however, there is only a course description in the syllabus, so this cannot really express the actual course contents. In this paper, we present an automatic text-based curriculum analysis that straightforwardly assesses entire course materials. Our approach employs a well-known text-mining technique that extracts keywords using TF-IDF. The analysis is based on keywords from the course materials matching to the keywords from online documents, which is similar to the domain expert. Moreover, a new measurement is proposed to quantify associations between course materials and online documents using amounts of matching keywords. The experiment was conducted on materials of three subjects collected from five top universities mapping to the latest Computer Engineering Curricular Guideline (CE2016). The results illustrate significant relations among courses from different universities and CE2016. To further analyze the courses, each of them are visualized using radar charts.","PeriodicalId":117659,"journal":{"name":"2016 IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment, and Learning for Engineering (TALE)","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129930481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}