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Can videos affect learning outcomes? Evidence from an actual learning environment
Massimiliano Tani1, Maurizio Manuguerra2, Samia Khan3
1School of Business, University of New South Wales (Canberra), Northcott Drive, Campbell, ACT 2612 Australia.
Educational Technology Research and Development : ETR & D
|August 15, 2022
Summary
Multimedia presentations significantly boost economics student test performance, particularly in procedural and evaluative knowledge. This educational innovation enhances learning outcomes and metacognitive skills, proving valuable for online course delivery.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Economics Education
Background:
- First-year economics students at an Australian university were studied.
- The impact of multimedia presentations on student knowledge was investigated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine if multimedia presentations improve student academic outcomes.
- To assess the effect on procedural, evaluative, and metacognitive knowledge.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental design was employed with over 500 first-year economics students.
- Student performance on a mid-term test was the primary outcome measure.
- An additional survey assessed metacognitive knowledge gains.
Main Results:
- Multimedia presentations significantly increased correct answers on the mid-term test.
- Improvements were especially noted in procedural and evaluative knowledge categories.
- Students reported gains in metacognitive knowledge after using the multimedia resource.
Conclusions:
- Multimedia presentations enhance student learning outcomes in economics.
- This approach offers a valuable tool for online course delivery and educational innovation.
- Investment in educational technology and staff training is crucial for effective implementation.
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