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Title: An Online Tutor for Astronomy: The GEAS Self-Review Library
Language: English
Authors: Vogt, Nicole P., Muise, Amy Smith
Source: Cogent Education. 2015 2(1).
Availability: Cogent OA. Available from: Taylor & Francis Group. 284 Park Square Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RN, UK. Tel: +44-20-7017-6000; e-mail: info@CogentOA.com; Web site: http://cogentoa.tandfonline.com/journal/oaed20
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 20
Publication Date: 2015
Sponsoring Agency: National Science Foundation (NSF)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Contract Number: AST0349155
NNX09AV36G
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Astronomy, Science Instruction, Internet, College Science, Distance Education, STEM Education, College Students, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Libraries, Study Habits, Learning Modules, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Progress Monitoring, Feedback (Response), Program Effectiveness, Gender Differences
Geographic Terms: New Mexico
DOI: 10.1080/2331186X.2015.1037990
ISSN: 2331-186X
Abstract: We introduce an interactive online resource for use by students and college instructors in introductory astronomy courses. The General Education Astronomy Source (GEAS) online tutor guides students developing mastery of core astronomical concepts and mathematical applications of general astronomy material. It contains over 12,000 questions, with linked hints and solutions. Students who master the material quickly can advance through the topics, while underprepared or hesitant students can focus on questions on a certain topic for as long as needed, with minimal repetition. Students receive individual accounts for study and course instructors are provided with overview tracking information, by time and by topic, for entire cohorts of students. Diagnostic tools support self-evaluation and close collaboration between instructor and student, even for distance learners. An initial usage study shows clear trends in performance which increase with study time, and indicates that distance learners using these materials perform as well as or better than a comparison cohort of on-campus astronomy students. We are actively seeking new collaborators to use this resource in astronomy courses and other educational venues.
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Number of References: 48
Entry Date: 2016
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