CIS Proposal Defense: David Nickles, "Informing Complex Technology Interventions in a Technology-Rich Teaching Ecology: Design Features for Lecture Podcasting that Promote Active Learning" (8/26/2009)

This research will investigate the results of an applied research experience conducted with a group of undergraduate students of various majors in higher education. The research aims to surpass pedagogical deficiencies in large course formats, making use of the lecture podcasting technique, through which two supporting interventions can occur: course content review can be promoted through structured podcasts and active learning episodes can enter the classroom.  In this research, the constructivist learning theory is used to inform technology- rich teaching practices and support a more active teaching ecology. The results will be analyzed for improvements in review activity, student perceptions of learning and student learning outcomes.

Dissertation Committee: Daniel Suthers (Chairperson), Kim Binsted, Rich Gazan, Curtis Ho, and Scott Robertson