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This paper elaborates on the evaluation of a Metacognitive Scaffolding Service (MSS), which has been integrated into an already existing and mature medical training simulator. The MSS is envisioned to facilitate self-regulated learning (SRL) through thinking prompts and appropriate learning hints enhancing the use of metacognitive strategies. The MSS is developed in the European ImREAL (Immersive Reflective Experience-based Adaptive Learning) project that aims to augment simulated learning environments throughout services that are decoupled from the simulation itself. Results comparing a baseline evaluation of the ‘pure’ simulator (N=131) and a first user trial including the MSS (N=143) are presented. The findings indicate a positive effect on learning motivation and perceived performance with consistently good usability. The MSS and simulator are perceived as an entity by medical students involved in the study. Further steps of development are discussed and outlined.
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Berthold, M. et al. (2012). An Initial Evaluation of Metacognitive Scaffolding for Experiential Training Simulators. In: Ravenscroft, A., Lindstaedt, S., Kloos, C.D., Hernández-Leo, D. (eds) 21st Century Learning for 21st Century Skills. EC-TEL 2012. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 7563. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-33263-0_3
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