Using handheld computers for instantaneous feedback to enhance student learning and promote interaction

International Journal of Engineering Education

Volumn 24, Issue 3, 2008, Pages 616-624

  Chen, John C ^a   Kadlowec, Jennifer A ^a   Whittinghill, Dexter C ^a  

^a ROWAN UNIVERSITY   (United States)

Author keywords

Concepts learning; Handheld computers; Mechanics; Personal digital assistants; Rapid feedback; Statics

Indexed keywords

EID: 47749103769     PISSN: 0949149X     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: None     Document Type: Article

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