Description
Practical laboratory is a recognized way to learn science and acquire skills like problem-solving or critical thinking, beneficial in any field. This can be challenging when student possibilities to access the lab setup physically are limited. Online lab activities, such as collecting data from an experiment pre-recorded on video can be a prospective alternative. However, video experiments might require another scaffolding than traditional laboratory instruction. This work aims to find instructional designs for optimal learning experiences with online experiments in physics. It explores student perception of the video experiments and how various interactive features added to a video may influence personal engagement and group work during an online lab work activity. . Video experiments were designed and recorded based on physical practical works of the Medical Physics course at Riga Stradins University in the academic year 2021/22. Various interactive features, such as labels, navigation hotspots, self-check questions, branching scenario, were added to the videos using H5P technology. The video experiments were tested in the study process with groups of undergraduate students. Data was collected via anonymous self-report questionnaires and observations.. Students positively perceived video experiments, yet their learning experiences varied. Received feedback suggests that video quality and instruction clarity were key aspects, whilst interactivity was an appreciated extra. Compared to traditional video, respondents working with interactive video reported higher flow, facilitated by better navigation and control over their experimentation. Meanwhile, student collaboration could go up or down depending on the interactive features added to a video. The different experiences can be explained with the varying cognitive load.. H5P technology is a simple and effective way to improve online video experiments with features that assist learners and help engage them in the task; however, they also contribute to cognitive challenge, which should be considered by instructors.| Period | 30 Mar 2023 |
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| Event title | RSU Research Week 2023: Research Week 2023 Rīga Stradiņš University |
| Event type | Conference |
| Organiser | Riga Stradins University |
| Location | Riga, LatviaShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | International |