Developing a model for evaluating software tools in education

Author

Vedant Jain

Abstract

"This thesis proposes a research model to evaluate computer-mediated learning technology, user acceptance of the technology, and the effect of the technology on learning outcomes. This thesis also introduces two innovative research techniques for such evaluations, that is, eye-tracking and the think aloud protocol. Think aloud protocol allows us to understand a user's state of mind while he/she is interacting with the system. Eye-tracking provides additional insights into a user's cognitive state while using the system and can help triangulate the results. We demonstrated the application of the research model and research techniques in evaluating visualization software designed in a project funded by the National Science Foundation"--Abstract, page iii.

Advisor(s)

Sheng, Hong

Committee Member(s)

Hall, Richard H.
Yu, Vincent (Wen-Bin)

Department(s)

Business and Information Technology

Degree Name

M.S. in Information Science and Technology

Sponsor(s)

Center for Technology Enhanced Learning
National Science Foundation (U.S.)

Publisher

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Publication Date

Spring 2010

Pagination

ix, 66 pages

Note about bibliography

Includes bibliographical references (pages 63-65).

Rights

© 2010 Vedant Jain, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

File Type

text

Language

English

Subject Headings

Learning -- EvaluationComputer-assisted instruction -- Case studiesInformation technology -- ManagementEye -- Movements -- TestingThought and thinking -- Testing

Thesis Number

T 9615

Print OCLC #

680333926

Electronic OCLC #

927297075

Recommended Citation

Jain, Vedant, "Developing a model for evaluating software tools in education" (2010). Masters Theses. 111.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/111