2016, Vol. 6. núm. 3

Summary

  • JOTSE and quality investigations 

    Amante García, Beatriz; Martínez Martínez, María del Rosario (OmniaScience, 2016-09)
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    Open Access
    In this editorial we analize how much research is needed to be a good university teacher. Also we present the papers of this issue.

  • Teaching complicated conceptual knowledge with simulation videos in foundational electrical engineering courses 

    Chen, Baiyun; Wei, Lei; Li, Huihui (OmniaScience, 2016-09)
    Article
    Open Access
    Building a solid foundation of conceptual knowledge is critical for students in electrical engineering. This case study explores the use of simulation videos to illustrate complicated conceptual knowledge in foundational ...

  • Interactive online physics labs increase high school students’ interest 

    Gryczka, Patrick; Klementowicz, Edward; Sharrock, Chappel; Montclare, Jin Kim (OmniaScience, 2016-09)
    Article
    Open Access
    Here we describe the incorporation of a web-based application focusing on circuits for the physics high school classroom as part of an outreach program. The program involves college mentors creating and implementing science ...

  • Online quizzes in a virtual learning environment as a tool for formative assessment 

    Cohen, Donita; Sasson, Irit (OmniaScience, 2016-09)
    Article
    Open Access
    Assessment in education employing web tools, also known as e-assessment, deals with the effective use of technology to support successful instruction. The aim of this study was to investigate learning outcomes and the ...

  • Science learning motivation as correlate of students’ academic performances 

    Libao, Nhorvien Jay P.; Sagun, Jessie John B.; Tamangan, Elvira A.; Pattalitan, Agaton P.; Dupa, Maria Elena D.; Bautista, Romiro Gordo (OmniaScience, 2016-09)
    Article
    Open Access
    This study was designed to analyze the relationship of students’ learning motivation and their academic performances in science. The study made use of 21 junior and senior Biological Science students to conclude on the ...

  • Design and validation of a questionnaire to measure research skills: experience with engineering students 

    Cobos Alvarado, Fabián; Peñaherrera León, Mónica; Ortiz Colon, Ana María (OmniaScience, 2016-09)
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    Open Access
    Universities in Latin American countries are undergoing major changes in its institutional and academic settings. One strategy for continuous improvement of teaching and learning process is the incorporation of methods and ...