ERIC Number: EJ1010100
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 20
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ISSN: ISSN-1740-4622
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Student Response Systems and Facilitating the Large Lecture Basic Communication Course: Assessing Engagement and Learning
Denker, Katherine J.
Communication Teacher, v27 n1 p50-69 2013
Instructors of large lecture classes face a variety of challenges, including student engagement and participation. With budget cuts and increasing class sizes, more schools may turn to large lecture/lab formats for the basic communication course (Stanley & Porter, 2002); instructors must understand how these classes engage students. One viable technique is the use of student response systems (e.g., clickers). However, the relationship between these systems, learning, and the factors that impact participation in basic communication courses is unclear. This study will explore the effectiveness of incorporating student response systems into large lectures. A list of references and suggested readings is included. (Contains 4 notes.)
Descriptors: Lecture Method, Large Group Instruction, Handheld Devices, Audience Response Systems, Communications, Educational Technology, College Students, Instructional Effectiveness, Learner Engagement, Student Participation, Teacher Characteristics, Student Characteristics, Classroom Environment, Student Attitudes, Learning Strategies, Interaction, Surveys
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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