Learning in a u-Museum: Developing a context-aware ubiquitous learning environment

被引:156
作者
Chen, Chia-Chen [2 ]
Huang, Tien-Chi [1 ]
机构
[1] Natl Taichung Univ Sci & Technol, Dept Informat Management, Taichung 40444, Taiwan
[2] Tunghai Univ, Dept Informat Management, Taichung 40704, Taiwan
关键词
Interactive learning environments; Media in education; Mobile-assisted learning; Portability; Applications in subject areas; SYSTEM; SCIENCE; TECHNOLOGY;
D O I
10.1016/j.compedu.2012.04.003
中图分类号
TP39 [计算机的应用];
学科分类号
081203 ; 0835 ;
摘要
Context-awareness techniques can support learners in learning without time or location constraints by using mobile devices and associated learning activities in a real learning environment. Enrichment of context-aware technologies has enabled students to learn in an environment that integrates learning resources from both the real world and the digital world. Although learning outside of the traditional classroom is an innovative teaching approach, the two main problems are the lack of proper learning strategies and the capacity to acquire knowledge on subjects effectively. To manage these problems, this study proposes a context-aware ubiquitous learning system (CAULS) based on radio-frequency identification (RFID), wireless network, embedded handheld device, and database technologies to detect and examine real-world learning behaviors of students. A case study of an aboriginal education course was conducted in classrooms and at the Atayal u-Museum in Taiwan. Participants included elementary school teachers and students. We also designed and used a questionnaire based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) theory to measure the willingness for adoption or usage of the proposed system. The experimental results demonstrated that this innovative approach can enhance their learning intention. Furthermore, the results of a posttest survey revealed that most students' testing scores improved significantly, further indicating the effectiveness of the CAULS. (c) 2012 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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页码:873 / 883
页数:11
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