Personal Response Systems and Learning: It Is the Pedagogy That Matters, Not the Technology

by: Kyle Gray and David N. Steer

This study investigated whether using clickers in conjunction with lecture tutorials yields higher student learning gains than using only lecture tutorials. The results suggest that the clickers do not lead to additional learning gains.

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 5/1/2012Stock # jcst12_041_05_80Volume 041Issue 05

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Susanne Hokkanen (Orland Park, IL)
Susanne Hokkanen (Orland Park, IL)

Research Study Pedagogy vs Technology

This was an interesting study. As a person completing an advanced degree program in educational technology, it helped provide some balance to the technology is the answer era. I would want... See More

Pamela A
Pamela A

Technology is a Tool not a Solution.

The results of the study should come as no surprise, teaching matters. Pedagogy that focuses on conceptual understanding works, even when not implemented with cutting edge technology.

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