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Peer reviewedPerkins, D. N.; And Others – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1986
Examines reasons why some elementary and secondary students learn programming in BASIC and LOGO much better than others suggesting this happens because students bring different learning patterns to the programming context. Pitfalls novices face in learning programming are discussed, and instructional design suggestions to foster better learning…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Design, Instructional Improvement
Peer reviewedDalbey, John; Linn, Marcia C. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1985
Surveys recent literature on computer programing focusing on psychological studies of the programing task and selected instructional issues related to precollege programing. The cognitive demands and outcomes of programing, the influence of instruction on learning, and individual differences in outcomes of programing are specifically addressed.…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Classroom Environment, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Secondary Education
