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Lin, Vivien; Barrett, Neil E.; Liu, Gi-Zen; Chen, Nian-Shing; Jong, Morris Siu-Yung – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2023
The field of language education has experienced a rise in using virtual reality (VR) to support interactive, contextualized, and collaborative language learning in recent years. The current study investigates the effects of auditory, visual, and textual input on speaking and writing in English for Tourism Purposes (ETP) through immersive,…
Descriptors: Tourism, English for Special Purposes, Undergraduate Students, Computer Simulation
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Fan, Yu Shu – Universal Journal of Educational Research, 2016
Thinking Maps is a language of eight visual patterns, each based on a fundamental thought process, designed by Dr. David N. Hyerle. The visual patterns are based on cognitive skills and applied in all content areas. Not only are they used in different combinations for depth and complexity, but are also used by all members in the school community.…
Descriptors: Maps, Visual Stimuli, Elementary School Students, Writing Instruction
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Liang, Chaoyun; Chang, Wen-Shan; Yao, Shu-Nung; King, Jung-Tai; Chen, Shi-An – Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension, 2016
Purpose: To address the dynamic challenges associated with developing a globally sustainable society, numerous scholars have stressed the need to cultivate the imagination of agricultural students. This study aimed to explore how pictorial representations stimulate the imaginative capacities of agricultural extension students.…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Students, Agricultural Education, Extension Education
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Cheng, Chu-Yu; Ou, Yang-Kun; Kin, Ching-Lung – EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science & Technology Education, 2017
A visual representation involves delivering messages through visually communicated images. The study assumed that semantic recognition can affect visual interpretation ability, and the result showed that students graduating from a general high school achieve satisfactory results in semantic recognition and image interpretation tasks than students…
Descriptors: Chinese, Semantics, Language Processing, Teaching Methods
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Ku, Ya-Lie – Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 2015
This case study evaluated creative thinking of RN-BSN students in the course of clinical case study and practicum. Study design used quantitative and qualitative evaluations of creative thinking of RN-BSN students by triangulation method in the course of clinical case study and practicum. Sixty RN-BSN students self-perceived the changing levels of…
Descriptors: Creative Thinking, Practicums, Case Studies, Problem Solving
Chang, Chi-Cheng; Lei, Hao; Tseng, Ju-Shih – International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2014
Although ubiquitous learning enhances students' access to learning materials, it is crucial to find out which media delivery modes produce the best results for English listening comprehension. The present study examined the effect of media delivery mode (sound and text vs. sound) on English listening comprehension and cognitive load. Participants…
Descriptors: Technology Uses in Education, Teaching Methods, Listening Comprehension, English (Second Language)
Chang, Anna Ching-Shyang; Read, John – RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 2007
The assessment of listening comprehension in a second language has received relatively little attention until recently. This study investigated the effectiveness of providing different types of listening support for learners in a foreign language environment with a low level of English proficiency. The research was conducted with 140 students…
Descriptors: Listening Comprehension, Listening Comprehension Tests, Foreign Countries, English (Second Language)
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Simonson, Michael, Ed. – Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 2007
For the thirtieth year, the Research and Theory Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) is sponsoring the publication of these Proceedings. Papers published in this volume were presented at the National AECT Convention in Anaheim, California. The Proceedings of AECT's Convention are published in two…
Descriptors: Research and Development, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Communications