Search for dissertations about: "computer-based teaching"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words computer-based teaching.

2. 1. Computer-based speech therapy using visual feedback with focus on children with profound hearing impairments

   Author : Anne-Marie Öster; David House; James Mahshie; KTH; []
   Keywords : SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Speech technology; hearing-imparment; speech therapy; visual feedback; second language learning; computer-based speech training; INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH AREAS; TVÄRVETENSKAPLIGA FORSKNINGSOMRÅDEN;

   Abstract : This thesis presents work in the area of computer-based speech therapy using different types of visual feedback to replace the auditory feedback channel. The study includes diagnostic assessment methods prior to therapy, type of therapy design, and type of visual feedback for different users during different stages of therapy for increasing the efficiency. READ MORE

4. 2. A Novel Approach to Teaching Emotional Expression in Music Performance

   Author : Jessika Karlsson; Patrik N. Juslin; Erik Börjesson; Susan Hallam; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; Psychology; music performance; emotion; expression; feedback; computer-based teaching; music education; Psykologi;

   Abstract : One of the most important aspects of music performance is the expression of emotions, yet research has suggested that this skill is neglected in music education. The aim of this thesis was thus to develop and test a novel and empirically-based approach to teaching emotional expression in music performance. READ MORE

5. 3. Brain-based teaching : behavioral and neuro-cognitive evidence for the power of test-enhanced learning

   Author : Carola Wiklund-Hörnqvist; Bert Jonsson; Lars Nyberg; Linnea Karlsson; Jeffrey D. Karpicke; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; learning; memory; memory processes; the testing effect; test-enhanced learning; retrieval practice; evidence-based teaching methods; neuro-cognitive processes; working memory; memory strength; semantic elaboration; Psychology; psykologi;

   Abstract : A primary goal of education is the acquisition of durable knowledge which challenges the use of efficient pedagogical methods of how to best facilitate learning. Research in cognitive psychology has demonstrated that repeated testing during the learning phase improves performance on later retention tests compared to restudy of material. READ MORE

6. 4. Caring for patients with chronic heart failure

   Author : Anna Strömberg; Kathleen Dracup; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : caring; compliance; computer-based education; follow up; heart failure; intervention; nurse-led heart failure clinics; morbidity; mortality; patient education; quality of life; self-care; MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to describe and evaluate patient education and nurse-led follow up for patients with heart failure. Descriptive designs were used to map out the nurse-led heart failure care in Sweden (I) and to identify factors influencing compliance with prescribed treatment in patients with chronic heart failure. READ MORE

7. 5. Designing for the integration of dynamic software environments in the teaching of mathematics

   Author : Maria Fahlgren; Kenneth Ruthven; Arne Engström; Birgit Pepin; Karlstads universitet; []
   Keywords : SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; design research; dynamic mathematics software; intrumental orchestration; mathematics education; task design; Matematik; Mathematics;

   Abstract : This thesis concerns the challenge of integrating dynamic software environments into the teaching of mathematics. It investigates particular aspects of the design of tasks which employ this type of computer-based system, with a focus on improvement, both of the tasks themselves and of the design process through which they are developed and refined. READ MORE