The impact of paper-based, computer-based and mobile-based self-assessment on students' science motivation and achievement. (February 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Nikou, Stavros A.; Economides, Anastasios A.
• Is Part Of: Computers in human behavior. Volume 55: Part B(2016)
• Page Start: 1241
• Page End: 1248
• Publication Date: 2016-02
• Subjects: Mobile learning -- Self-assessment -- Mobile-based assessment -- Computer-based assessment -- Motivation -- STEM; Interactive computer systems -- Periodicals; Man-machine systems -- Periodicals; 004.019
• DOI: 10.1016/j.chb.2015.09.025
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0747-5632

Abstract

Abstract: The present study focuses on the implementation of a self - assessment procedure in a Physics class, extended during a seven weeks period in a European secondary level school. The researchers used three modes of assessment based on paper and pencil, computer-web and mobile devices respectively. The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of each mode of assessment on students' motivation and achievement. Analysis of pre- and post-motivation tests revealed a more positive motivational orientation of students towards computers and mobile devices as assessment delivery mediums. Also, student evaluation implemented after the phase of the experimental procedure showed a significant increase in learning achievement for low-achieving students who participated in the mobile-based and computer-based assessment. The positive effects of computers and mobile devices on students' learning motivation suggest that they can be used as a promising alternative to paper and pencil assessment procedures. Highlights: We investigate the impact of self-assessment delivery modes on student motivation and achievement. Computer- and mobile-based self-assessment increases science learning motivation. Computer- and mobile-based self-assessment contributes to better learning achievement. Low- and medium-achieving students benefit more from computer- and mobile-based self-assessments.