A strategic assessment of audience response systems used in higher education

Authors

  • Robin H. Kay University of Ontario Institute of Technology
  • Ann LeSage University of Ontario Institute of Technology

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14742/ajet.1152

Abstract

An audience response system (ARS) permits students to respond to multiple choice questions using a remote control device. All responses are instantly displayed, usually in chart form, and subsequently reviewed and discussed by the instructor and the class. This paper offers a comprehensive review of teaching strategies used with ARS and includes a discussion of general, motivational, assessment based, and learning based approaches. Several promising strategies have been identified, particularly collecting formative assessment feedback and peer based instruction. More systematic, detailed research in a broader range of contexts is recommended.

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Author Biographies

  • Robin H. Kay, University of Ontario Institute of Technology
    University of Ontario Institute of Technology
    Faculty of Education
  • Ann LeSage, University of Ontario Institute of Technology
    University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Faculty of Education

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Published

2009-05-13

Issue

Vol. 25 No. 2 (2009): Australasian Journal of Educational Technology

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Articles

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How to Cite

Kay, R. H., & LeSage, A. (2009). A strategic assessment of audience response systems used in higher education. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 25(2). https://doi.org/10.14742/ajet.1152