OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies is 6. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-04-01 to 2024-04-01.)

Article	Citations
A Systematic Review of Empirical Studies on Learning Analytics Dashboards: A Self-Regulated Learning Perspective	164
A Scoping Review of Immersive Virtual Reality in STEM Education	128
Constructing an Edu-Metaverse Ecosystem: A New and Innovative Framework	78
Designing Engaging Games for Education: A Systematic Literature Review on Game Motivators and Design Principles	71
Utilizing Multimodal Data Through fsQCA to Explain Engagement in Adaptive Learning	44
Augmented Immersive Reality (AIR) for Improved Learning Performance: A Quantitative Evaluation	40
Trace-SRL: A Framework for Analysis of Microlevel Processes of Self-Regulated Learning From Trace Data	39
DeepStealth: Game-Based Learning Stealth Assessment With Deep Neural Networks	38
Augmented Reality and Engineering Education: A Systematic Review	38
There are Open Learner Models About!	37
A Comparison of Procedural Safety Training in Three Conditions: Virtual Reality Headset, Smartphone, and Printed Materials	30
Affordances and Core Functions of Smart Learning Environments: A Systematic Literature Review	29
Taxonomy of Virtual and Augmented Reality Applications in Education	27
Using Convolutional Neural Network to Recognize Learning Images for Early Warning of At-Risk Students	27
Where is the Learning in Learning Analytics? A Systematic Literature Review on the Operationalization of Learning-Related Constructs in the Evaluation of Learning Analytics Interventions	25
Assessing Pronunciation Improvement in Students of English Using a Controlled Computer-Assisted Pronunciation Tool	25
Analyzing Large Collections of Open-Ended Feedback From MOOC Learners Using LDA Topic Modeling and Qualitative Analysis	25
LD–LP Generation of Personalized Learning Path Based on Learning Diagnosis	25
Self-Organized Laboratories for Smart Campus	23
An Experiential Learning Approach to Learning Manual Communication Through a Virtual Reality Environment	22
Characterizing Learners’ Engagement in MOOCs: An Observational Case Study Using the NoteMyProgress Tool for Supporting Self-Regulation	22
Data Capture and Multimodal Learning Analytics Focused on Engagement With a New Wearable IoT Approach	21
Instruction, Student Engagement, and Learning Outcomes: A Case Study Using Anonymous Social Media in a Face-to-Face Classroom	20
Patterns of Engagement in an Educational Massively Multiplayer Online Game: A Multidimensional View	20
Architecting Analytics Across Multiple E-Learning Systems to Enhance Learning Design	20

Recommender Systems and Scratch: An Integrated Approach for Enhancing Computer Programming Learning	20
Literature Review on Co-Located Collaboration Modeling Using Multimodal Learning Analytics—Can We Go the Whole Nine Yards?	19
Evaluating the Quality of Learning Resources: A Learnersourcing Approach	18
Introducing Algorithmic Thinking and Sequencing Using Tangible Robots	18
To Add or Not to Add Game Elements? Exploring the Effects of Different Cognitive Task Designs Using Eye Tracking	18
An Enhanced Genetic Algorithm for Heterogeneous Group Formation Based on Multi-Characteristics in Social-Networking-Based Learning	18
Enhancing Learners’ Experience Through Extending Learning Systems	18
Into the Brave New Metaverse: Envisaging Future Language Teaching and Learning	18
Educational Practices and Strategies With Immersive Learning Environments: Mapping of Reviews for Using the Metaverse	18
An Actionable Orchestration Dashboard to Enhance Collaboration in the Classroom	18
A Generic IoT Architecture for Ubiquitous Context-Aware Learning	16
Automatic Short-Answer Grading via BERT-Based Deep Neural Networks	16
Perception Engineering Learning With Virtual Reality	16
Wearable Technology in Education: A Systematic Review	15
Automatic Content Analysis of Online Discussions for Cognitive Presence: A Study of the Generalizability Across Educational Contexts	15
Automating Gamification Personalization to the User and Beyond	14
Tools Designed to Support Self-Regulated Learning in Online Learning Environments: A Systematic Review	14
Capacity Tracing-Enhanced Course Recommendation in MOOCs	14
Homogeneous Group Formation in Collaborative Learning Scenarios: An Approach Based on Personality Traits and Genetic Algorithms	14
Collaborative Game-Based Environment and Assessment Tool for Learning Computational Thinking in Primary School: A Case Study	14
Engaging Students in Distance Learning of Science With Remote Labs 2.0	13
The Impact of Game Elements on Learner Motivation: Influence of Initial Motivation and Player Profile	13
An Augmented Paper Game With Socio-Cognitive Support	13
Metaverse in Education: Contributors, Cooperations, and Research Themes	13
Serious Game Design in Health Education: A Systematic Review	13
Impact of Immersive Virtual Reality Content Using 360-Degree Videos in Undergraduate Education	12
Learning to Rank for Educational Search Engines	12
A Study of Strategies for Developing Online Laboratories	12
Leveraging Class Balancing Techniques to Alleviate Algorithmic Bias for Predictive Tasks in Education	12
CMKT: Concept Map Driven Knowledge Tracing	12
Effects of an Ambient Learning Display on Noise Levels and Perceived Learning in a Secondary School	12
Design of an Intelligent Agent to Measure Collaboration and Verbal-Communication Skills of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder in Collaborative Puzzle Games	12
The Human Muscular Arm Avatar as an Interactive Visualization Tool in Learning Anatomy: Medical Students’ Perspectives	12
Logistic Knowledge Tracing: A Constrained Framework for Learner Modeling	12
An Approach to Group Formation in Collaborative Learning Using Learning Paths in Learning Management Systems	12
Automated Educative Nudges to Reduce Missed Assignments in College	11
Fidelity in Simulation-Based Serious Games	11
Knowledge Tracing Within Single Programming Practice Using Problem-Solving Process Data	10
An Infrastructure to Deliver Synchronous Remote Programming Labs	10
Characterizing Curriculum Prerequisite Networks by a Student Flow Approach	10
Storytelling With Learner Data: Guiding Student Reflection on Multimodal Team Data	10
Xiao-Shih: A Self-Enriched Question Answering Bot With Machine Learning on Chinese-Based MOOCs	10
Effect of Ubiquitous Fraction App on Mathematics Learning Achievements and Learning Behaviors of Taiwanese Students in Authentic Contexts	10
Cyberspace Odyssey: A Competitive Team-Oriented Serious Game in Computer Networking	9
The Future of Educational Technologies for Engineering Education	9
A Feasible Study of a Deep Learning Model Supporting Human–Machine Collaborative Learning of Object-Oriented Programming	9
Differentiated Teaching With Adaptive Learning Systems and Teacher Dashboards: The Teacher Still Matters Most	9
What Do Linguistic Expressions Tell Us about Learners’ Confusion? A Domain-Independent Analysis in MOOCs	9
Toward Personalized Scaffolding and Fading of Motivational Support in L2 Learner–Dialogue Agent Interactions: An Exploratory Study	9
Augmented Reality With Authentic GeometryGo App to Help Geometry Learning and Assessments	9

Learning UI Functional Design Principles Through Simulation With Feedback	9
Reputation Systems Impact on Help Seeking in MOOC Discussion Forums	9
Automated Assessment of and Feedback on Concept Maps During Inquiry Learning	8
The Descriptive Features and Quantitative Aspects of Students’ Observed Online Learning: How Are They Related to Self-Reported Perceptions and Learning Outcomes?	8
Toward Automatic Classification of Online Discussion Messages for Social Presence	8
Using Process Mining to Analyze Time Distribution of Self-Assessment and Formative Assessment Exercises on an Online Learning Tool	8
Scaling and Adopting a Multimodal Learning Analytics Application in an Institution-Wide Setting	8
Understanding Depth of Reflective Writing in Workplace Learning Assessments Using Machine Learning Classification	8
Measuring Similarity of Educational Items: An Overview	8
Vocational Training With Microlearning—How Low-Immersive 360-Degree Learning Environments Support Work-Process-Integrated Learning	8
Supporting the Process of Learning and Teaching Process Models	8
Classifying and Solving Arithmetic Math Word Problems—An Intelligent Math Solver	8
Advancing Education Through Extended Reality and Internet of Everything Enabled Metaverses: Applications, Challenges, and Open Issues	7
An Agent-Based Simulator Applied to Teaching-Learning Process to Predict Sociometric Indices in Higher Education	7
LOsMonitor: A Machine Learning Tool for Analyzing and Monitoring Cognitive Levels of Assessment Questions	7
Adaptive Learning Support System Based on Automatic Recommendation of Personalized Review Materials	7
Cyber Range for Research-Inspired Learning of “Attack Defense by Pretense” Principle and Practice	7
Designing a Transferable Predictive Model for Online Learning Using a Bayesian Updating Approach	7
Motivating Students in Collaborative Activities With Game-Theoretic Group Recommendations	7
Improving Spatial Visualization and Mental Rotation Using FORSpatial Through Shapes and Letters in Virtual Environment	7
A Knowledge Diffusion Model in Autonomous Learning Under Multiple Networks for Personalized Educational Resource Allocation	7
MOOC-BERT: Automatically Identifying Learner Cognitive Presence From MOOC Discussion Data	6
WebART: Web-Based Augmented Reality Learning Resources Authoring Tool and Its User Experience Study Among Teachers	6
Cosmic Sounds: A Game to Support Phonological Awareness Skills for Children With Dyslexia	6
Toward an Edu-Metaverse of Knowledge: Immersive Exploration of University Courses	6
Learning Automated Essay Scoring Models Using Item-Response-Theory-Based Scores to Decrease Effects of Rater Biases	6
Promoting Computational Thinking Skills in Non-Computer-Science Students: Gamifying Computational Notebooks to Increase Student Engagement	6
Automatic Learning Path Creation Using OER: A Systematic Literature Mapping	6
Decentralized Learning Infrastructures for Community Knowledge Building	6
Leveraging Extended Reality for Autistic Individuals: A Scoping Review of Technical Features and Technology Affordances	6
MOCA: A Motivational Online Conversational Agent for Improving Student Engagement in Collaborative Learning	6