This article analyzes the impact of a computer simulation (business game) on the users' perceived learning. The theoretical model developed in this paper is derived from collaborative learning and Human-Computer Interaction assumptions. The hypotheses relating to group dynamics and the user-computer interface design with the users' perceived learning are tested using the business game "FirmReality" on a sample of 173 respondents. Multiple regression and qualitative results show that, in a computer-based simulation context, perceived learning is influenced more by human-computer interaction factors than by group dynamics. Furthermore, results point out a negative effect of interaction with the instructor on individual perceived learning. These results support the possibility to automate the interaction between teacher and students.

Teaching without the teacher? Building a learning environment through computer simulations

PROSERPIO, LUIGI;MAGNI, MASSIMO
2012

Abstract

This article analyzes the impact of a computer simulation (business game) on the users' perceived learning. The theoretical model developed in this paper is derived from collaborative learning and Human-Computer Interaction assumptions. The hypotheses relating to group dynamics and the user-computer interface design with the users' perceived learning are tested using the business game "FirmReality" on a sample of 173 respondents. Multiple regression and qualitative results show that, in a computer-based simulation context, perceived learning is influenced more by human-computer interaction factors than by group dynamics. Furthermore, results point out a negative effect of interaction with the instructor on individual perceived learning. These results support the possibility to automate the interaction between teacher and students.
2012
Proserpio, Luigi; Magni, Massimo
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