Evaluating the Effects of a New Qualitative Simulation Software (DynaLearn) on Learning Behavior, Factual and Causal Understanding

Zitek, Andreas; Poppe, Michaela; Stelzhammer, Michael; Muhar, Susanne; Bredeweg, Bert

doi:10.1007/978-3-642-21869-9_112

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“…Therefore, to provide a better user experience, it is necessary to follow certain design guidelines focusing on usability and multimodality [31], this being an iterative process that improves the final design of the product [24]. A proper evaluation of a software prototype is a fundamental part of the development process, as it provides useful information on usability and identifies potential problems so that the software can be improved later [36].…”

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Computational Thinking and User Interfaces: A Systematic Review

2022

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This document presents a systematic bibliographic review that demonstrates the need to conduct research on how the user experience impacts the development of computational thinking.Background: In the field of computer science, computational thinking is defined as a method that enhances problem-solving skills, system design, and human behavior understanding. Over the last few decades, several tools have been proposed for the development of computational thinking skills; however, there is no area of study that evaluates the implications or the impact that these types of platforms have on users belonging to any knowledge area.Research Question: Do user interfaces influence the development of computational thinking skills?Methodology: To address this issue, a systematic review of the literature was conducted using the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) methodology for analyzing and evaluating scientific publications.Findings: The results show that despite the dearth of literature on the subject, the specific design of a user interface has a significant impact on the development of computational thinking. Bearing the above in mind, it is necessary to conduct research that delves more deeply into the effects caused by the technologies that are used to develop computational thinking, this being a line of research that is worthy of consideration.

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confidence: 99%