GVU Technical Report Number:
GIT-GVU-93-44
Title:
Characterizing Process Change Using Log File Data
Authors:
Mark Guzdial
Chris Walton
Michael Konewann
Elliot Soloway
Abstract:
Students learning a new task with an unfamiliar interface must learn the
task, the interface, and a task-to-device mapping which enables them to
develop an efficient process for achieving goals with that software. To
characterize student process and learning, we have used two methods which
rely on log file data rather than the more typical interview-based
data. The first method creates a graphic snapshot of process, and the
second method creates a transition diagram of process. Both techniques
are presented with examples of their use.
Keywords:
Evaluation methodology, educational software, learning, usability
evaluation, log file data, event trace records, automated analyses
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