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The Influence of Video Format on Engagement and Performance in Online Learning.
Sergej Lackmann1, Pierre-Majorique Léger1, Patrick Charland2
1Tech3lab, HEC Montréal, Montréal, QC H3T 2A7, Canada.
Brain Sciences
|January 27, 2021
Summary
Infographic videos maintain student engagement longer than lecture captures. Both formats impact learning, with infographic videos excelling in complex questions and overall performance correlating with engagement.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Online learning is prevalent, with video formats being a primary delivery method.
- Existing research often overlooks implicit cognitive and emotional states in online learners.
- Understanding learner engagement is crucial for effective online education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the impact of infographic videos versus lecture capture on student engagement and learning.
- To investigate both explicit and implicit measures of engagement.
- To explore the relationship between engagement and learning outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A between-subject experiment with 26 participants randomly assigned to either an infographic video or lecture capture condition.
- Engagement was measured using explicit self-reports and implicit neurophysiological indicators.
- Learning was assessed through performance on specific question types.
Main Results:
- Infographic videos sustained higher emotional and cognitive engagement over extended periods.
- Lecture capture videos elicited greater emotional engagement but for shorter durations.
- Infographic videos led to significantly better performance on difficult questions.
- A positive correlation was found between overall engagement and student performance, with cognitive engagement showing an inverted U-shaped relationship.
Conclusions:
- The choice of video format significantly influences the nature and duration of student engagement in online learning.
- Infographic videos appear more effective for sustained engagement and mastering complex material.
- Engagement is a critical factor in online learning success, though the relationship can be nuanced.
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