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Key research themes
1. How can Adobe Flash CS6 be effectively developed and validated for interactive educational media to enhance learning outcomes?
This theme explores the systematic development, validation, and evaluation of interactive educational media using Adobe Flash CS6 across various subjects and educational levels. It focuses on leveraging the multimedia capabilities of Flash (animation, interactivity, audio-visual integration) to improve students' conceptual understanding, motivation, and performance, particularly in areas where abstract concepts or practical activities are challenging. The research provides insights on development models, expert validation methodologies, and user response analysis for effective media design.
Key finding: Using a modified R&D model, this study developed Adobe Flash-based biology learning media focused on the circulatory system, validated by experts across media, material, and language dimensions (validation scores... Read more
Key finding: Applying a five-phase multimedia development model, this study designed a Flash-based virtual lab for photosynthesis practicum to support online learning during COVID-19. Expert assessments rated the media as valid (88%) and... Read more
Key finding: This R&D study developed interactive multimedia on clothing pattern making using Adobe Flash CS6, incorporating animations and videos, validated by media and content experts (scoring 86.67% and 89.5% respectively). Trials... Read more
Key finding: Using classroom action research with 23 fifth-grade students, the study developed a Flash CS6-based multimedia for fraction operations that increased average pretest scores from 63.31% to post-test scores of 82.79%.... Read more
Key finding: Using Brog & Gall development model, the study produced an Adobe Flash CS6-based interactive multimedia for teaching junior high school students about dangers of promiscuity, validated with very good criteria (material... Read more
2. What are effective instructional design strategies using Adobe Flash CS6 for developing interactive learning games and modules in mathematics and geometry?
This theme focuses on the use of Adobe Flash CS6 to develop interactive instructional games and modules aimed particularly at mathematical topics like geometry, algebra, and fractions. Studies under this theme demonstrate specific development methodologies, validation processes, and effectiveness measurements highlighting the role of gamification, interactivity, and multimedia elements in improving students’ understanding, motivation, and achievement in subjects traditionally considered challenging.
Key finding: This R&D study developed an Adobe Flash-based interactive game for teaching geometry concepts of cubes and cuboids, validated by content and media experts scoring 3.43 and 3.61 respectively, and trialed with 30 secondary... Read more
Key finding: This study developed Flash CS6 multimedia targeting primary school mathematics including algebra and geometry with integrated visual and audio effects. User testing with teachers and students indicated positive reception and... Read more
Key finding: Beyond the previously cited overall media development, the fraction-specific Flash multimedia supported fraction counting operations and calculations with menus for purpose, material, and evaluation, improving students'... Read more
3. How does Adobe Flash CS6 facilitate the creation of multimedia learning content to improve speaking skills in language education?
This theme examines the use of Adobe Flash CS6 as a development platform for interactive multimedia media designed to improve speaking skills in English language learners, particularly at junior high and vocational school levels. It highlights instructional design approaches, validation by language and media experts, as well as the impact on students’ speaking achievement, motivation, and engagement through interactive and multimedia-integrated language lessons.
Key finding: Employing R&D methodology, this study developed Adobe Flash Professional-based media targeting speaking skill topics (greeting, leave taking, apologizing) for first-grade junior high students. Content and media validation... Read more
Key finding: Utilizing a four-step R&D process, this study developed Macromedia Flash learning media for teaching speaking, validated by an English literature expert and achieving a 91% approval that it is good and eligible for use. The... Read more