ERIC Number: EJ1117495
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 22
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ISSN: ISSN-1049-4820
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Exploring the Effects of Employing Google Docs in Collaborative Concept Mapping on Achievement, Concept Representation, and Attitudes
Lin, Yu-Tzu; Chang, Chia-Hu; Hou, Huei-Tse; Wu, Ke-Chou
Interactive Learning Environments, v24 n7 p1552-1573 2016
This study investigated the effectiveness of using Google Docs in collaborative concept mapping (CCM) by comparing it with a paper-and-pencil approach. A quasi-experimental study was conducted in a physics course. The control group drew concept maps using the paper-and-pencil method and face-to-face discussion, whereas the experimental group employed Google Docs to create concept maps and used Google Chat for discussion. Learning achievements, physics concept representation, attitudes toward science, and attitudes toward CCM were examined to identify the differences between the two groups and the effectiveness of Google Docs. The results suggested that the use of Google Docs did not significantly affect physics achievement. However, Google Docs fostered physics concept representation and enhanced attitudes toward science. Moreover, the Google Docs group tended to learn more collaboratively. The students in this group also agreed with the superiority of observation and modification functions provided by the real-time co-editing mechanism and revision history.
Descriptors: Internet, Search Engines, Concept Mapping, Cooperative Learning, Quasiexperimental Design, Physics, Control Groups, Experimental Groups, Comparative Analysis, Computer Mediated Communication, Concept Formation, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Attitudes, Science Achievement, Constructivism (Learning), Computer Assisted Instruction, Teaching Methods, Conventional Instruction, Grade 9, Rural Schools, Foreign Countries, Pretests Posttests, Scores, Statistical Analysis
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 9; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; High Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Taiwan
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