ISSN: 2188-1138 The European Conference on Technology in the Classroom 2015: Official Conference Proceedings

ECTC2015 Thistle Brighton, Brighton, United Kingdom
ECTC2015 Conference Theme: “Integrated Practices: Creating Experiences to Enhance Learning”
Wednesday, July 1, 2015 - Sunday, July 5, 2015
ISSN: 2188-1138

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Proceedings Contents

Sustainable Design Practices, Analysis and Assessment Tools for Students Using Openstudio
Kristi Julian, East Tennessee State University, United States

Open Access Courses in an E-Learning Process: Lessons from a Pilot Case Study
Kyvelle Constantina Diareme, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
Maria Dimitra Papoulia, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
Theodore Tsiligiridis, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece

Effects of Multimedia Instruction on Retention and Achievement of Basic Machining Skills in Mechanical Craft Practice
M. U. Cyril, Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Adamawa Nigeria

Design Critique: Teaching Design Students to Be Effective Communicators Using Open Broadcaster Software
Kristi Julian, East Tennessee State University, USA

Hybrid Teaching Approach: A Strategy for Enhancing Mastery of Knowledge and Practical Skills in Students of Vocational and Technical Education
M. U. Cyril, Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Adamawa, Nigeria
A. O. E. Egunsola, Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Adamawa, Nigeria
Aishatu Salihu Bello, Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Adamawa, Nigeria
Wilfred Sunday, Government Science and Technical College Adamawa, Nigeria

IEPs and the Web: Maximizing Student Potential
Joseph Serrani, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Alexander Nanni, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Adriano Quieti, Mahidol University International College, Thailand

University Students’ User Expectations Concerning E-Textbook Features
Norbert Erdmann, University of Turku, Finland
Mirjamaija Mikkilä-Erdmann, University of Turku, Finland
Sari Yrjänäinen, University of Tampere, Finland
Roope Raisamo, Univesrity of Tampere, Finland

Evaluating Teachers’ Digital Literacy
Adriano Quieti, Mahidol University, Thailand
Alexander Nanni, Mahidol University, Thailand
Joseph Serrani, Mahidol University, Thailand

A Proposed Framework to Support Adaptivity in Virtual Learning Environments
Mohammad Al-Omari, De Montfort University, UK
Jenny Carter, De Montfort University, UK
Francisco Chiclana, De Montfort University, UK

E-Learning for Distance Students: A Case Study from a UK Masters Programme
Jenny Carter, De Montfort University, UK
Francisco Chiclana, De Montfort University, UK
Mohammad Al-Omari, De Montfort University, UK

Two Decades of ICT Masterplans: A Comparison
Horn-Mun Cheah, SIM University, Singapore

Blended Learning for the Softer Side of Computing
Monica Ward, Dublin City University, Ireland

The Impact of Mobile Learning Environment on EFL Students’ Learning of English Idioms through Concept Cartoons
Hülya Dönmez, Zirve University, Turkey
M. Betül Yilmaz, Yildiz Technical University, Turkey
Suzan Kavanoz, Yildiz Technical University, Turkey

Canonical Explorations of ‘Tel’ Environments for Computer Programming
Richard Mather, Buckinghamshire New University, UK
Nicholas Day, Buckinghamshire New University, UK
Richard Jones, Buckinghamshire New University, UK
Carlo Lusuardi, Buckinghamshire New University, UK
Kevin Maher, Buckinghamshire New University, UK
Barbara Dexter, Buckinghamshire New University, UK

Trends and Patterns in Social Media Usage Among Pre-Service Teachers
Myint Swe Khine, Emirates College for Advanced Education, UAE

Student Perceptions of Using Blended Learning in Secondary Science
Bryn Martinsen, James Cook University, Australia
Clifford Jackson, James Cook University, Australia
Hillary Whitehouse, James Cook University, Australia

The Impact of Social Media for Students’ Motivation in Learning Medical Terminologies
Ahmed Altayeb Alhaj,Jazan University,Saudi Arabia
Norah Hussain Banafi, The University of Limerick, Ireland

Pragmatic (Im)Politeness and Group Gender Composition in Face-To-Face and Virtual Communication: Tunisian Undergraduate Students as a Case Study
Amin Zouch, Faculty of Letters and Humanities of SFAX, Tunisia

ICT-Integrated Formative Assessments: A Literature Review for K-12
Low Tan Ying, Ministry of Education, Singapore

An Evaluation of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board’s (JAMB) Computer Based Test Effectiveness in Post Secondary Schools in Nigeria
Victor O. Obuda, Federal Polytechnic, Nigeria
K.O Omoregie, Federal Polytechnic, Nigeria