Monitoring the level of knowledge of learners to tailor web-based exercises at an individual level

Joint Event on 23^rd International Conference on Advanced Materials & 10^th International Conference on Chemistry Education and Research

June 20-22, 2018 Oslo, Norway

Oda Dahlen

Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Chem Sci

Abstract :

There is evidence in the literature that novice learners benefit from direct instructional methods while more experienced learners benefit from a more discovery-based approach. When a task efficient for novice learners becomes inefficient for experienced learners, it is called the expertise reversal effect, and illustrates the importance of being able to tailor a exercise to the level of the learner. This becomes especially relevant with the increasing use of web-based learning, where it is possible to tailor every small step of the learning process giving each individual a unique learning experience. To do this, we need a continuous monitoring of the level of knowledge of the learner. We designed a self-monitoring test to see if the students were able to evaluate their own level of knowledge, and a rapid science-based test in a specific area of science. We compared both tests with traditional measures of knowledge.

Biography :

Oda Dahlen has completed her PhD from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. She has published one papers as the first-author and co-authored two papers.

E-mail: oda.dahlen@ntnu.no