Masters Theses
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 -- Evaluation
Computer-assisted instruction -- Case studies
Information technology -- Management
Eye -- Movements -- Testing
Thought and thinking -- Testing
Thesis Number
T 9615
Print OCLC #
680333926
Electronic OCLC #
927297075
Link to Catalog Record
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http://merlin.lib.umsystem.edu/record=b8058763~S5Recommended Citation
Jain, Vedant, "Developing a model for evaluating software tools in education" (2010). Masters Theses. 111.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/111