Opening The Door: An evaluation of the efficacy of a problem-based learning game

Warren, Scott; Dondlinger, Mary Jo; McLeod, Julie; Bigenho, Chris

doi:10.1016/j.compedu.2011.08.012

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“…Researchers created multimedia enriched environments successfully increasing students' motivation [15] [16]. Due to their popularity [17], games were also embraced by PBL community, with efforts made to understand game elements that can lead to the improvement of educational technologies, enhancing students' engagement [18]. Redesigned courses were highly rated by students, but no significant changes were found in terms of learning.…”

Section: Use Of Technology In Pblmentioning

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Technology Enhanced PBL in HCI Education: A Case Study

Vasiliou

Ioannou

Zaphiris

2013

Human-Computer Interaction – INTERACT 2013

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Abstract. Problem Based Learning (PBL) is an instructional method in which the base for learning is a real-world problem. A typical PBL setting is comprised of students working together on an authentic problem, using simple tools such as whiteboards and stationery. Online tools and multimedia technologies have also been used to support PBL activities. There is however no empirical work on the blended use of both physical and digital tools. This paper presents a case study in which we employed PBL pedagogy for the teaching of a postgraduate course in Human Computer Interaction (HCI). The activities were situated in a multimodal information space, rich in digital and physical elements including personal computers, projectors with downwards projection, tablets, iPods, digital pen readers, stationery and a Facebook group for each team. We administrated questionnaires assessing students' motivational beliefs and overall satisfaction with the learning experience. Our results show that students' overall satisfaction was highly rated, while the information space contributed to students' engagement and collaboration. Keywords: Problem based learning, HCI education, Multi-modal interfaces IntroductionA common barrier in acquiring knowledge presented in class is that students are often disengaged from active collaboration, interaction and reflection. Problem based learning (PBL) is a didactic approach in which the base of learning is the need to solve a real-world problem [1] and providing context-rich situations [2]. A typical PBL setting is comprised by students working together on the problem, using simple stationery. With the advancement of the technology new ideas were brought forefront. Online tools such as forums and blogs, as well as multimedia enriched settings, including games, have been used to support PBL. There is however no empirical support on using both physical and digital tools together in a PBL setting. Specifically, this study attempts to achieve a two-fold purpose by integrating PBL in a technology enhanced environment: first, to explore its possibilities and constraints for teaching HCI; and second, to explore how this space promotes learners' collaboration and engagement.

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Section: Use Of Technology In Pblmentioning

confidence: 99%

Technology Enhanced PBL in HCI Education: A Case Study

Vasiliou

Ioannou

Zaphiris

2013

Human-Computer Interaction – INTERACT 2013

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“…In addition to the mentioned approaches, some techniques have been applied in the progress of projects, such as virtual meetings, e-learning, skill sections, game elements, Matlab, robots and communities of practice, among others (Prince & Felder, 2006;Bellmunt et al, 2006;Behrens et al, 2010;McLurkin et al, 2013;Santos-Martin et al, 2012;Soares et al, 2014;Hosseinzadeh & Hesamzadeh, 2012;Warren et al, 2012). Finally, as a tool for evaluation, peer evaluation was used in the composition of students' grades (De los Ríos-Carmenado et al, 2015;Chau, 2007;Palmer & Hall, 2011;Hosseinzadeh & Hesamzadeh, 2012;Mantri et al, 2008;Hersam et al, 2004;Rodríguez et al, 2015;Kumar & Hsiao, 2007).…”

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A bibliometric and classification study of Project-based Learning in Engineering Education

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Barbalho

Zanette

2017

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“…PBL also provided the underlying theoretical framework for The Door, a problem-based, alternate reality game (AltRG) for a computer applications course in a postsecondary setting (Warren, Dondlinger, McLeod, & Bigenho, 2011). However, each of these problem-based learning games was designed for learners to play; in contrast, students in the GVP learned through designing a game rather than playing one.…”

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Solving Real World Problems With Alternate Reality Gaming: Student Experiences in the Global Village Playground Capstone Course Design

Dondlinger¹,

McLeod²

2015

Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning

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The Global Village Playground (GVP) was a capstone learning experience designed to address institutional assessment needs while providing an integrated and authentic learning experience for students aimed at fostering complex problem solving, as well as critical and creative thinking. In the GVP, students work on simulated and real-world problems as a design team tasked with developing an alternate reality game that makes an impact on the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. Researchers employed a qualitative case study approach to evaluate what aspects of this problem-based, hybrid course design students found most and least beneficial to their learning. Findings suggest strategies for designing technology-based learning environments to support complex problem solving. Specific recommendations pertain to scaffolding team-based problem solving, particularly concept development processes, interdependence among team members, and group self-organization.

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Opening The Door: An evaluation of the efficacy of a problem-based learning game

Cited by 46 publications

References 26 publications

Technology Enhanced PBL in HCI Education: A Case Study

Technology Enhanced PBL in HCI Education: A Case Study

A bibliometric and classification study of Project-based Learning in Engineering Education

Solving Real World Problems With Alternate Reality Gaming: Student Experiences in the Global Village Playground Capstone Course Design

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