The Efficacy of Animation and Visualization in Teaching Data Structures: A Case Study
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| Title: | The Efficacy of Animation and Visualization in Teaching Data Structures: A Case Study |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Genady Kogan (ORCID |
| Source: | Educational Technology Research and Development. 2024 72(4):2349-2372. |
| Availability: | Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://link.springer.com/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 24 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research Tests/Questionnaires |
| Descriptors: | Animation, Teaching Methods, Instructional Effectiveness, Learning Experience, Comparative Analysis, Objective Tests, Usability, Data Analysis, Intention, Statistics Education, Visual Aids, Student Attitudes, Computer Software |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s11423-024-10382-w |
| ISSN: | 1042-1629 1556-6501 |
| Abstract: | The main goal of this study was to evaluate the impact of an animation and visualization of data structures (AVDS) tool on both perceptions and objective test performance. The study involved a rigorous experiment that assessed the usability, acceptability, and effectiveness of the AVDS tool in solving exercises. A total of 78 participants responded to questionnaires and were exposed to the AVDS tool, after which they completed a performance test, half (39) with the AVDS tool (the experimental group) and half (39) without the tool (the control group). Findings showed that the usability of AVDS was good; the experimental group even perceived AVDS usability as excellent. The results show that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and attitudes toward usage jointly led to positive intention to use the AVDS tool. Furthermore, perceived ease of use was a key factor influencing participants' intention to use AVDS. In addition, the AVDS system improved test results and provided flexibility in use, enhancing learning experience and performance. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2024 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1439490 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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| Abstract: | The main goal of this study was to evaluate the impact of an animation and visualization of data structures (AVDS) tool on both perceptions and objective test performance. The study involved a rigorous experiment that assessed the usability, acceptability, and effectiveness of the AVDS tool in solving exercises. A total of 78 participants responded to questionnaires and were exposed to the AVDS tool, after which they completed a performance test, half (39) with the AVDS tool (the experimental group) and half (39) without the tool (the control group). Findings showed that the usability of AVDS was good; the experimental group even perceived AVDS usability as excellent. The results show that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and attitudes toward usage jointly led to positive intention to use the AVDS tool. Furthermore, perceived ease of use was a key factor influencing participants' intention to use AVDS. In addition, the AVDS system improved test results and provided flexibility in use, enhancing learning experience and performance. |
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| ISSN: | 1042-1629 1556-6501 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s11423-024-10382-w |
