Developing a Web-based Simulation-Based Learning System for Enhancing Concepts of Linked-List Structures in Data Structures Curriculum

The main purpose of this study is to develop an on-line simulation-based learning system for supporting the undergraduate students to learn linked list structures in data structures curriculum. This simulation system consists of demonstration mode, step mode, and quiz mode. In demonstration mode, the system will automatically present the operation process with its corresponding Java codes by using HTML 5.0 animation techniques. In step mode, the users can trace the process and its corresponding codes step by step. In quiz mode, the system will diagnose the learners' misconceptions and offer remedial learning suggestion. A short term self-regulated remedial learning experiment was conducted for at risk students, and the evaluation questionnaire was employed for assessing its suitability. The results reveal that the participants show high appraisal toward this system on usefulness, easiness, interest and use intention.