Title: A learning experiment in mathematics using A&O-learning environment

Authors: Seppo Pohjolainen, Sami Hautakangas, Pekka Ranta, Jarkko Levasma, Katja Pesonen

Addresses: Tampere University of Technology, Digital Media Institute/Hypermedia Laboratory, P.O. Box 553, FIN-33101 Tampere, Finland. Tampere University of Technology, Digital Media Institute/Hypermedia Laboratory, P.O. Box 553, FIN-33101 Tampere, Finland. Tampere University of Technology, Digital Media Institute/Hypermedia Laboratory, P.O. Box 553, FIN-33101 Tampere, Finland. Tampere University of Technology, Digital Media Institute/Hypermedia Laboratory, P.O. Box 553, FIN-33101 Tampere, Finland. Tampere University of Technology, Digital Media Institute/Hypermedia Laboratory, P.O. Box 553, FIN-33101 Tampere, Finland

Abstract: This article describes a learning experiment in mathematics carried out at Tampere University of Technology. The students studied matrix algebra for four weeks time using A&O learning environment. The environment contained hypermedia material and communication- , collaboration- and cognitive tools. Pedagogical design of web-based curriculum and pedagogically efficient use of the tools as well as their usability was investigated.

Keywords: open learning environments; web-based learning environments; learning experiment; mathematics; self-directed learning; collaborative learning; eLearning; usability.

DOI: 10.1504/IJCEELL.2003.002153

International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life-Long Learning, 2003 Vol.13 No.1/2, pp.57-74

Published online: 21 Jul 2003 *

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