Enhancing Research Skills in Engineering Education through Collaborative Digital Tools and Live Experimental Sessions

Thierry Gidel (), Claude Moulin and Marie-Hélène Abel
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Thierry Gidel: COSTECH - Connaissance Organisation et Systèmes TECHniques - UTC - Université de Technologie de Compiègne, UTC - Université de Technologie de Compiègne
Claude Moulin: Heudiasyc - Heuristique et Diagnostic des Systèmes Complexes [Compiègne] - UTC - Université de Technologie de Compiègne - CNRS - Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique
Marie-Hélène Abel: Heudiasyc - Heuristique et Diagnostic des Systèmes Complexes [Compiègne] - UTC - Université de Technologie de Compiègne - CNRS - Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique

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Abstract: This paper investigates the use of digital collaborative tools and live streaming systems to support student initiation into scientific research. A Computer-Supported Cooperative Work in Design (CSCWD) system was implemented to aid two key phases: collaborative planning in a digital workspace and experimental execution in laboratories. In the first phase, multitouch surfaces enabled students to collaboratively define research problems and protocols, fostering idea generation and consensus building. The second phase utilized video capture and streaming systems for documentation and remote participation in experiments. While these tools showed potential, challenges such as camera resolution, latency, and feedback limitations emerged. Initial findings suggest these technologies support research skill development, but further improvements are needed to enhance usability and engagement for both local and remote participants. Future work will focus on addressing these technical and interaction challenges to better support hybrid learning environments.

Keywords: experimental protocol design; digital tool in education; collaborative learning; streaming; research methodology; multitouch surfaces; remote collaboration; live sessions; Scientific Research Initiation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025-05-05
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Published in IEEE 28th International Conference on Computer Supported Cooperative Work in Design, CSCWD 2025, May 2025, Compiègne, France, France

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