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A Model for Developing Classroom Experiences Through the Experimental Taxonomy
Steinaker, Norman; Bell, M. Robert – Educational Technology, 1975
Descriptors: Classification, Learning Activities, Learning Experience, Models
Computer Simulated Laboratory (CSL): Rationale and Approaches to the Structuring of CSL Exercises
Pollack, Harvey – Educational Technology, 1976
Descriptors: Computer Science, Laboratory Technology, Learning Activities, Simulation
Both Structure and Open-Endedness: Why Either/Or?
Grassman, Ruth – Educational Technology, 1974
A discussion of whether learning should be structured or open-ended. (HB)
Descriptors: Class Organization, Deduction, Induction, Learning Activities
Introduction of New Students Through Non-Verbal, Gossip and Ransack Activities
Stansel, Paul L. – Educational Technology, 1975
A discussion of the techniques used by Auburn University, Alabama, to introduce new students to an innovative program of teacher education. (HB)
Descriptors: Instructional Innovation, Learning Activities, Teacher Education, Teaching Methods
Appropriate Uses of Drill Exercises
Miller, Harry G.; Swick, Kevin – Educational Technology, 1976
The intent of this article is to: (1) characterize appropriate content for drill activity, and (2) describe various cognitive levels of drill exercises that may be used in a learning situation. The overall purpose is to establish a rationale and guidelines for the appropriate use, rather than misuse, of drill exercises. (Author/ER)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Drills (Practice), Guidelines, Learning Activities
Computing Activities in Secondary Education
Bukoski, William J.; Korotkin, Arthur L. – Educational Technology, 1976
A report from a study completed by American Institutes for Research (AIR), detailing the extent and type of computer use in U.S. public secondary schools. The second such study done by AIR, analysis of trends and estimates of future growth and directions are presented. (HB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Learning Activities, Secondary Education, Surveys
Criteria for Selecting, Evaluating or Developing Learning Modules
Parsons, Jerry; And Others – Educational Technology, 1976
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Evaluation Criteria, Learning Activities, Material Development
Viable Goals for New Educational Technology Efforts in Science Education
Molnar, Andrew R. – Educational Technology, 1975
A discussion of how the computer has compelled educators to devise new education experiences by which students can acquire information. (Author/HB)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Educational Technology, Instructional Innovation, Learning Activities
Utilizing Self-Instruction or Learning Packages: Teacher and Student Implications
Farley, Alan; Moore, David M. – Educational Technology, 1975
Article illustrates the types of activities which may occur in a learning package oriented curriculum. (Author)
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Independent Study, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
Contracting for Student Learning
Christen, William – Educational Technology, 1976
A discussion of student contracting, a plan whereby a teacher and a student or a group of students make an agreement that a certain amount of work is to be completed in a certain amount of time. (Author/HB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Learning Activities, Performance Contracts, Performance Criteria
Five Points to Inject "Individualization" into Learning Programs
North, R. S. – Educational Technology, 1974
Five areas are suggested for individualized instruction. (HB)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Individualized Instruction, Individualized Programs, Instructional Innovation
Why is Computer-Related Learning So Successful?
Bell, Frederick H. – Educational Technology, 1974
Article suggests several reasons for the successful use of computers to augment learning and offers some principles and procedures for catalyzing creativity in computer-related learning environments. (Author)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science, Learning Activities, Learning Processes
Capturing Readers' Attention by Means of Typographical Cuing Strategies.
Glynn, Shawn M. – Educational Technology, 1978
Rationale for implementation of typographic cuing and its effectiveness are discussed, as well as strategies for experimenter-provided and learner-generated cues. Suggestions for selecting cue-worthy information are included. (RAO)
Descriptors: Cues, Educational Media, Instructional Improvement, Learning Activities
Designing Effective Scenarios for Computer-Based Instructional Simulations: Classification of Essential Features.
Choi, Wook – Educational Technology, 1997
Scenario refers to specific courses of action/events occurring within computer simulations and attempting to recreate lifelike situations. This article identifies critical features and their elements in designing effective scenarios in computer-based instructional simulations: (1) sequence; (2) operating procedures; (3) characteristics of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation
Increasing the Level of Instructional Demand on Students Using Web Browsers in Schools.
Rath, Alex – Educational Technology, 1997
Discusses problems with two common Web-browsing instructional activities and suggests ways that teachers can improve lessons to develop students' critical thinking skills. Focuses on search-and-print and Web page design activities. (AEF)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy