Feature Selection for Clustering Online Learners

2019 Eighth International Conference on Educational Innovation through Technology

(EITT 2019)

Biloxi, Mississippi, USA

27 – 31 October 2019

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Table of Contents

Preface x Conference Organization xi Program Committee xii Conference Editorial Board xiii

Theories and Practices of Open and Distance Education

Feature selection for clustering online learners 1 Lei Huang (Guangxi Radio & TV University), Xinghui Wang (Guangxi Radio & TV University), Zhouhua Wu (Guangxi Radio & TV University), and Feiyu Wang (Miami University) Distance Learners' Learning Experience and Perceptions on the Design and Implementation of an Online Flipped Classroom Learning Model 7 Fengfang Shu (Central China Normal University), Chengling Zhao (Central China Normal University), Qiyun Wang (Nanyang Technological University), Yan Huang (Central China Normal University), Hongxia Li (Central China Normal University), and Dandan Wu (Central China Normal University) Exploring Differences of Online Meaningful Posts and Instructor Interactions Between High-Score and Low-Score Students 12 Bingbing Niu (Beijing Normal University), Fati Wu (Beijing Normal University), and Jiaqi Liu (Beijing Normal University) Validity and Reliability of the Sense of Belonging Instrument with Online Graduate Nursing Students 16 Charles Johnson (University of North Texas) and Jeffrey Taylor (University of Texas at Arlington) The Relationship between Students’ Scientific Epistemological Beliefs and their Performance of Knowledge Integration in Web-based Inquiry 19 Xuanyang Yang (Beijing Normal University), Guoqing Zhao (Beijing Normal University), Qianlan Zhao (Beijing Normal University), and Xiaomei Yan (Beijing Normal University) A Comparative Analysis of Forum and Barrage Interactive Patterns in Online Language Learning 25 Rongchi Zhao (Beijing Normal University), Qiuyu Chen (Beijing Normal University), Xin An (Beijing Normal University), Xue Gong (Beijing Normal University), and Ning Ma (Beijing Normal University)

v Online Learning Resources to Support Knowledge and Community Building in Singapore 31 Yanping Fang (Nanyang Technological University) Enhancing the Quality and Reliability of OER Content 35 Reem Almazyad (University of North Texas) Professional Development for Online Post-secondary Faculty 39 Jennifer L. Scott (University of North Texas) Research on the Influencing Factors of the Willingness to Use Information Systems at universities 45 Dandan Fang (University of International Business and Economics), Yeqing Zhang (University of International Business and Economics), and Ying Li (University of International Business and Economics) Designing a System for Collecting and Analyzing Behavior Data of Instructors and Students in Blended Courses 51 Nan Chen (Tsinghua University), Yangyang Luo (Tsinghua University), and Xibin Han (Tsinghua University) Analyzing the relationship between multi-role presence and students’ learning outcomes in a SPOC Forum 56 Cuishuang Zhang (Central China Normal University), Zhi Liu (Central China Normal University), Liang Zhao (Central China Normal University), Lingyun Kang (Central China Normal University), Zhu Su (Central China Normal University), and Sannyuya Liu (Central China Normal University) Instructional Design Mode under Virtual Reality Technology 61 Yan Dong (Beijing Normal University), Yuxuan Song (Beijing Normal University), and Xiaoting Song (Beijing Normal University) The influence of online Learners’ Power among SNA on Deep Knowledge Building 67 Xiaojuan Yang (Shandong Normal University), Dandan Li (Shandong Normal University), Xue Shi (Shandong Normal University), and Liang Zhang (Shandong Normal University)

MOOCs Practices and Discussions

Revisiting the myth of disruptive innovation: An exploratory study of Chinese Learners’ Perception of Massive Open Online Courses 71 Hengtao Tang (University of South Carolina) and Shuyan Wang (University of Southern Mississippi) A Study on the Effect of MOOCs Learning on Improving College Students’ E-learning Self-efficacy 78 Youru Xie (South China Normal University), Jia Li (South China Normal University), Yi Qiu (South China Normal University), Yuling Huang (South China Normal University), and Huiyu Lai (South China Normal University) Deep Learning for Dropout Prediction in MOOCs 87 Di Sun (Syracuse University), Yueheng Mao (Beijing Normal University), Junlei Du (Beijing Normal University), Pengfei Xu (Beijing Normal University), Qinhua Zheng (Beijing Normal University), and Hongtao Sun (Beijing Normal University)

vi The Characteristics of Attention Flow of MOOC Students and Their Prediction of Academic Persistence 91 Shuang Li (Beijing Normal University), Shuang Wang (Beijing Normal University), Jun lei Du (Beijing Normal University), and Meng lei Li (Beijing Normal University)

Theories and Practices for Teacher Education and Development

Exploring mathematics teachers’ TPACK competency development 99 Yushun Li (Beijing Normal University), Chunlan Qian (Beijing Normal University), and Mengyingx Han (Beijing Normal University) Applying BOPPPS Model to Improve Teacher's Instructional Design Ability 106 Jie Chen (Beijing Normal University) Role of Teaching Assistants in Synchronous Smart Classrooms 110 Shen Zhao (Central China Normal University), Harrison Hao Yang (State University of New York at Oswego), and Yanhong Li (Central China Normal University) Research on the Differences of K-12 Mathematic Teachers' ICT Application Level 115 Min Chen (Central China Normal University), Chi Zhou (Central China Normal University), Di Wu (Central China Normal University), Wei Yang (Central China Normal University), and Yinghui Shi (Central China Normal University) Designing Pre-class Learning Experience Based on the Knowledge Integration Theory: Investigating Its Effect on Pre-service Teachers’ Flipped Classroom Learning 120 Zhiyan Wang (Central China Normal University), Xiaoyu Yang (East China Normal University), Louqi Chen (Central China Normal University), and Taoto Long (Central China Normal University) Research on Knowledge Building Effect of Teachers’ Training Based on Social Network Analysis 126 Junru Shen (Northwest Normal University), Dongqiao Guo (Northwest Normal University), Wanwan Wang (Northwest Normal University), Meng Han (Northwest Normal University), Yingying Yang (Zhengzhou Normal University), and Zhe Li (Osaka University) Pre-service Teachers Teaching Chinese as Foreign language integration of Technological Pedagogical Didactical Social ICT Competencies 131 Mohamed Oubibi (Northeast Normal University) and Wei Zhao (Northeast Normal University) Empirical Study on the Influencing Factors of ICT-TPCK Vocational Teachers in Higher Education 137 Yichun Zhang (Nanjing Normal University) and Yuxi Wang (Nanjing Normal University) Integrating Augmented Reality in Training and Industrial Applications 142 Mark Osborne (University of North Texas) and Scott Mavers (University of North Texas)

Intelligence, Mobile, and Ubiquitous Learning

Analysis of Instructional Interaction Behaviors Based on OOTIAS in Smart Learning Environment 147 Dongqing Wang (South China Normal University), Hou Han (South China Normal University), and Huan Liu (South China Normal University)

vii Intelligent Tutoring System Trends 2006-2018: A Literature Review 153 Jianhua Han (Northeast Normal University), Wei Zhao (Northeast Normal University), Qiang Jiang (Northeast Normal University), Mohamed Oubibi (Northeast Normal University), and Xiangen Hu (University of Memphis) A Self-developed Smart Wristband to Monitor Exercise Intensity and Safety in Physical Education Class 160 Ye Wang (Tsinghua University) and Jingmin Liu (Tsinghua University) Empowering Learning Community of Teachers in Computer Mediated Communication 165 Jian Zhao (Northwest Normal University), Xiaoyu Hua (Northwest Normal University), and Zhe Li (Osaka University) Research on Font Design Tutoring System Based on Mobile Devices 170 Xiaodong Wei (Northwest Normal University), Yali Wu (Northwest Normal University), Dongqiao Guo (Northwest Normal University), and Zhe Li (Osaka University) Research on the Design and Effect of Computer Hardware Courses in the Smart Learning Environment 175 Xiaodong Wei (Northwest Normal University), Kai Zhang (Northwest Normal University), Guodong Yang (Northwest Normal University), and Zhe Li (Osaka University)

Theories and Practices of Educational Technology Integration

The Problem-Based Learning Model 180 Leonardo Gonzalez (University of North Texas) Media Multitasking, Attention and News Evaluation 184 Qi Shen (East China Normal University Shanghai), Lu-Yu Wang (East China Normal University Shanghai), Deborah Cockerham (University of North Texas), and Lin Lin (University of North Texas) Research on Knowledge Map Educational Application in Japan 190 Zhe Li (Osaka University), Juan Li (Huaqiao University), Yuan Yuan (Zhongnan University of Economics and Law), and Ming Lei (Zhongnan University of Economics and Law) MPOCs’ Learner Interaction (MPOCsLI): An Instrument Design and Construct Validation Study 194 Di Sun (Syracuse University), Gang Cheng (The Open University of China), Jingjing Zhang (Beijing Normal University), and Pengfei Xu (Beijing Normal University) Developing oral presentation skills through formative self- and peer-assessment in the context of China 199 Zhiqiang Ma (Jiangnan University), Yichi Wang (Jiangnan University), and Xiu Guan (Jiangnan University) Research on Effective Teaching based on Students’ Assessment Data Analysis 206 Mingxuan Chen (Jiangnan University) and Nan Geng (Jiangnan University)

viii Preliminary Outcomes, Problems and Countermeasures of Blended Synchronous Learning Environment: A Case Study in China 210 Jia Sun (Central China Normal University), Taotao Long (Central China Normal University), Yafei Shi (Central China Normal University), Mingwen Tong (Central China Normal University), Yapeng Li (Central China Normal University), and Xin Long (Central China Normal University) Reforming PE Curriculum Evaluation Using Wearable Devices: A Case Study 216 Chaohua Gong (Southwest University) and Tao Xie (Southwest University) Application of Knowledge Management Platform in Digital Media Art Courses 222 Xiaodong Wei (Northwest Normal University), Dongqiao Guo (Northwest Normal University), and Zhe Li (Osaka University) Using Video Technologies To Understand Students’ Anxieties Towards Real-life Scenarios 227 Zuoming Wang (University of North Texas), Xia Tang (Capital Normal University), and Jordan Winget (University of North Texas) Connect Real World: Design of Educational Resources Platform for Integrated Curriculum 233 Zixin Zhang (Tsinghua University) and Xiu Li (Tsinghua University) Impacts of Different Types of Scaffolding on Academic Performance, Cognitive Load and Satisfaction in Scientific Inquiry Activities Based on Augmented Reality 239 Bingbing Niu (Beijing Normal University), Changhao Liu (Beijing Normal University), Jiaqi Liu (Beijing Normal University), Yuhong Deng (Beijing Normal University), Qingqing Wan (Beijing Normal University), and Ning Ma (Beijing Normal University) Using Augmented Reality in the Corporate Environment: A Proposed Study Protocol 245 Kristi Larson (University of North Texas) Design and Application of Resource Database for Physical Education Courses in Universities 250 Yingjie Zhang (Tsinghua University) and Hao Huang (Tsinghua University)

Author Index 255