RT info:eu-repo/semantics/article
T1 Spatial visualization learning in engineering: traditional methods vs. a web-based tool
A1 Melgosa Pedrosa, Carlos
A1 Ramos Barbero, Basilio
A1 Román Miguel, Arturo de
K1 E-Learning
K1 Web3D
K1 Virtual interactive learning
K1 Interactive graphics
K1 Spatial ability
K1 Enseñanza superior
K1 Education, Higher
AB This study compares an interactive learning manager for graphic engineering to develop spatial vision (ILMAGE_SV) to traditional methods. ILMAGE_SV is an asynchronous web-based learning tool that allows the manipulation of objects with a 3D viewer, self-evaluation, and continuous assessment. In addition, student learning may be monitored, which saves a significant amount of time for the teacher, as both correction and grading are automatically performed. Our aim in this study is to establish whether the application is an effective tool for learning spatial visualization. Students of engineering graphics following an industrial engineering degree course at the University of Burgos (Spain) participated in a pilot project over two academic years. The students were separated into two groups: an experimental group that studied with the ILMAGE_SV web application and a control group taught with traditional methods. Our study demonstrates that the results of both methods, with regard to the development of spatial vision, are in general equal. Nevertheless, ILMAGE_SV is more efficient for students who experience greater difficulties with spatial vision and for students with no prior knowledge of technical drawing.
PB International Forum of Educational Technology and Society
YR 2014
FD 2014-04
LK http://hdl.handle.net/10259/4638
UL http://hdl.handle.net/10259/4638
LA eng
DS Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Burgos
RD 23-abr-2024