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Ryan, Doris W. – 1986
The central aim of this monograph is to stimulate discussion, both of the assumptions that are made about what makes one teacher more effective than another, and of the actions and decisions that are taken as a result of these assumptions. Organizationally, the monograph: (1) presents a brief overview of research on teacher effectiveness; (2)…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Cognitive Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Peer reviewedPegg, John; Redden, Edward – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Discussed are the philosophy and procedures behind the introduction of algebra to students in grade 7 in Australia. Included are the importance of concrete experiences, language development, and the consequences involved in this procedure. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Development, Educational Improvement, Foreign Countries
Bednarek, Laurie J. – 1991
Previous research concerning the cognitive abilities of high school students has indicated that a substantial number of students enrolled in secondary science courses do not conceptualize at the formal-operational level. Further, results indicate that achievement levels in chemistry coursework are significantly affected by, not only cognitive…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Chemistry, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Ability
Yale Univ., New Haven, CT. Inst. for Social and Policy Studies. – 1988
This report comprises the results of a panel commissioned by the New York State Board of Regents to review the status of knowledge on learning styles and group tendencies in learning behavior. The panel commissioned background papers, and debated various aspects of learning style as they relate to education. Of particular note was the role of…
Descriptors: Brain Hemisphere Functions, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Style
