Studies of Methods and Tools for Improving Motivational Design

 

Motivationally Adaptive Computer-Assisted Instruction

The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a prototype of motivationally-adaptive computer-assisted instruction (CAI). The foundation for motivational theory and design was provided by ARCS model. A computer-based tutorial was programmed to diagnose learner motivational states at various points in the lesson, and to present motivational tactics that were appropriate for the given motivational results. The study illustrates that the ARCS model can be useful and effective in support of designing for these dynamic aspects of motivation.

Song, S. H., & Keller, J. M. (2001). Effectiveness of motivationally-adaptive computer-assisted instruction on the dynamic aspects of motivation. Educational Technology Research & Development, 49(2), 5 - 22.

 

Development Of A Website To Check Instructional Design Based On The ARCS Model

This article describes the development of a prototype website that had capabilities for collecting data from instructional designers that was then analyzed in regard to motivation. The website would suggest areas that were strong or weak in motivation and then suggest strategies for improvement. The prototype was formatively evaluated with positive results.

Suzuki, K., Nishibuchi, A., Yamamoto, H., and Keller, J. M. (2004). Development and Evaluation of a Website to Check Instructional Design Based on the Arcs Motivation Model. Journal of the Japanese Society for Information and Systems in Education, 2(1), 63-69

 

Evaluation Of A Computer-Based Instructional Tutorial Using The ARCS Model

This pilot study demonstrates the feasibility of utilizing instructional theories, specifically on learning motivation, to evaluate a computer-based tutorial for the purpose of proposing effective instructional interventions. Keller’s ARCS Model of Motivational Design provides the conceptual framework to address motivational issues while developing instruction.

Huang, D. W., Diefes-Dux, H., Imbrie, P. K., Daku, B., and Kallimani, J. G. (2004). Learning motivation evaluation for a computer-based instructional tutorial using ARCS model of motivational design. Proceedings of the 34th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, Section T1E, Atlanta.

 

 

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