Search for dissertations about: "computer technology in education"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 161 swedish dissertations containing the words computer technology in education.
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1. Letters & Bytes : Sociotechnical Studies of Distance Education
Abstract : This dissertation studies the social aspects of technology in distance education trough the lens of history – in the form of correspondence education – and a possible future – in the form of a project of technical standardization, Learning Objects. The studied cases form a reflexive tool that allows the present of distance education to be seen in perspective. READ MORE
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2. Learning computer systems in a distributed project course : The what, why, how and where
Abstract : Senior university students taking an internationally distributed project course in computer systems find themselves in a complex learning situation. To understand how they experience computer systems and act in their learning situation, the what, the why, the how and the where of their learning have been studied from the students’ perspective. READ MORE
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3. Simulated "real" worlds : Actions mediated through computer game play in science education
Abstract : Over the last decade, a great variety of visionary ideas and beliefs have been brought forward, regarding the potentials of using computer games as a tool for learning and mediation in educational settings. This thesis aims at contributing to research in this field, by empirically exploring what happens when students play and reflect on their computer game play in science education. READ MORE
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4. Travelling through time : Students’ interpretation of evolutionary time in dynamic visualizations
Abstract : Evolutionary knowledge is important to understand and address contemporary challenges such as loss of biodiversity, climate change and antibiotic resistance. An important aspect that is considered to be a threshold concept in teaching and learning about evolution is the time it involves. READ MORE
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5. Computer Science Project Courses : Contrasting Students’ Experiences with Teachers’ Expectations
Abstract : Including small or large project courses is widely recognized as important in preparing computer science students for a professional career. Typical examples are the capstone courses, which often are seen as the jewel in the crown since this is where students will bring their previous knowledge and skills together to show mastery of their craft. READ MORE