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COR V2: teaching observational research with multimedia courseware.

Dawn G Blasko1, Victoria A Kazmerski, Carla N Torgerson

  • 1Humanities and Social Sciences, Penn State Erie, Behrend College, Erie, Pennsylvania 16563, USA. dawnblasko@psu.edu

Behavior Research Methods, Instruments, & Computers : a Journal of the Psychonomic Society, Inc
|September 10, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Courseware for Observational Research (COR) Version 2 enhances learning of the scientific method through interactive video and coding. Students using COR demonstrated improved observational skills and increased confidence compared to traditional methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Educational Technology
  • Research Methods

Background:

  • Systematic observation is fundamental to the scientific method.
  • Traditional teaching methods for observational research can be less engaging.
  • There is a need for effective, interactive tools to teach research skills.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce Courseware for Observational Research (COR) Version 2, an interactive multimedia program.
  • To teach foundational concepts of systematic observation within the scientific method.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of COR Version 2 in improving students' observational research skills.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized digital video with interactive coding for lessons.
  • Incorporated case studies and laboratory exercises for practical application.

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  • Employed a collaborative case study focusing on child behavior in an after-school program.
  • Scaffolded learning from teacher-directed to self-directed approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • Classes using COR Version 2 achieved higher grades on field observations.
    • Students exhibited increased confidence in their research abilities.
    • Knowledge acquisition and application of observational techniques improved.

    Conclusions:

    • COR Version 2 is an effective tool for teaching systematic observation.
    • Interactive multimedia programs can enhance learning outcomes in research methods.
    • The program successfully bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.