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Peer reviewedZuk, Doris – Computers in the Schools, 1986
This study investigated the effects of presentation mode--microcomputer versus paper text presentation--school grade, and reading ability on third and fifth graders' attention to and comprehension of simple reading tasks. Results indicate that despite the fact children overwhelmingly preferred the computer presentation, it did not result in better…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Attention, Elementary Education, Instructional Program Divisions
Taylor, William; And Others – 1987
The effects of the Attention Directing Strategy and Imagery Cue Strategy as program embedded learning strategies for microcomputer-based instruction (MCBI) were examined in this study. Eight learning conditions with identical instructional content on the parts and operation of the human heart were designed: either self-paced or externally-paced,…
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Analysis of Variance, Attention, Cognitive Style
