Physical considerations in the development of a computer learning environment

A group of 20 students studied chemistry with the same lecturer in three different physical environments: (1) computers on lab benches; (2) computers around the walls; and (3) computers in cluster groups of four. Students preferred the cluster groups, suggesting that physical features of learning en...

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Published in:British journal of educational technology 1997-01, Vol.28 (1), p.69-71
Main Author: Waddick, John
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Classroom Design
Classroom Effectiveness
College Students
Computer Assisted Instruction
Educational Environment
Educational Facilities
Higher Education
Microcomputers
Physical Environment
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Summary:A group of 20 students studied chemistry with the same lecturer in three different physical environments: (1) computers on lab benches; (2) computers around the walls; and (3) computers in cluster groups of four. Students preferred the cluster groups, suggesting that physical features of learning environments should be considered in learning with computers. (PEN)
ISSN:0007-1013
1467-8535
DOI:10.1111/1467-8535.00009