Improving interactive learning and Engagement: A study on the role of visualization tools in enhancing Construction Engineering teaching تحسين التعلم التفاعلي والمشاركة: دراسة حول دور أدوات التصور في تعزيز تدريس هندسة البناء

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Associate Professor Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt

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Abstract: The notable increase in the use of advanced visualization tools has significantly impacted the realms of learning, training, and construction site management. These tools facilitate the creation of interactive environments and virtual realities, contributing to the effective enhancement of understanding educational materials. This research aims to explore how the learning experience in construction engineering can be improved through the utilization of visualization tools and technology, with a particular focus on the effectiveness of virtual reality and 4D simulation in enhancing students' comprehension of construction project phases. The study also seeks to investigate the impact of applying Edgar Dale's Cone of Learning principles in designing the educational process, teaching students the intricacies of construction. The goal is to stimulate student engagement and deepen their exploration of the technical details of construction projects. The results demonstrated a tangible improvement in students' understanding of construction plans. The incorporation of advanced visualization tools proved instrumental in enhancing students' comprehension of construction processes, with a notable improvement in accurately and logically grasping construction plans and schedules.
 
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تزايد استخدام أدوات التخيل المتقدمة بشكل ملحوظ في مجالات التعلم، والتدريب، وإدارة مواقع البناء. تتيح هذه الأدوات إنشاء بيئات تفاعلية وواقع افتراضي، مساهمة في تعزيز فهم المواد التعليمية بفعالية. يهدف هذا البحث إلى استكشاف كيف يمكن تحسين تجربة التعلم في هندسة البناء باستخدام أدوات التخيل والتكنولوجيا، مع التركيز على فعالية الواقع الافتراضي والمحاكاة رباعية الأبعاد في تعزيز فهم الطلاب لمراحل مشاريع البناء. يسعى البحث أيضا لاستكشاف تأثير تطبيق مبادئ مخروط التعلم لإدغار ديل في تصميم العملية التعليمية للتعليم كيفية البناء، بهدف تحفيز مشاركة الطلاب وتعميق استكشافهم للتفاصيل الفنية للمشاريع البنائية. أظهرت النتائج تحسينا ملموسا في فهم الطلاب لخطط البناء، بالاستعانة بأدوات التخيل في تعزيز فهم الطلاب للعمليات البنائية، مع تحسين ملحوظ في استيعاب خطط جداول البناء بطريقة دقيقة ومنطقية.

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