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Prawat, Richard S. – 1992
All contemporary learning theorists agree on the advantages of involving students in authentic problem-solving activities in both in-school and out-of-school contexts. Approaches which use real-world problems as learning tools fit well with: (1) the strategy-based, performance model advanced by information processors; (2) the impasse or…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Elementary Education
Reifschneider, Thomas J., Ed.; And Others – 1982
The papers in this monograph were presented at the first annual conference on theories and research related to learning styles, hemisphericity, and other cognitive-related issues in education. They include: (1) "The Microcomputer and Learning Theory" (Carl Edeburn); (2) "Poems Take Two Brains (or: Poetry Ain't for Halfwits)" (Jack Kreitzer); (3)…
Descriptors: Cerebral Dominance, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Style, Computer Literacy

Fast, Lynette – Canadian Review of Art Education: Research and Issues, 1997
Explores the relationship between drawing pictures and the development of reading skills in preschool and primary grades. Maintains that a definite link exists between the two and briefly notes some of the relevant research. Concludes that further investigation is warranted. Includes an 11-item related bibliography. (MJP)
Descriptors: Art Education, Cognitive Development, Creative Expression, Developmental Stages