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Polanin, Joshua R.; Hennessy, Emily A.; Tanner-Smith, Emily E. – Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics, 2017
Meta-analysis is a statistical technique that allows an analyst to synthesize effect sizes from multiple primary studies. To estimate meta-analysis models, the open-source statistical environment R is quickly becoming a popular choice. The meta-analytic community has contributed to this growth by developing numerous packages specific to…
Descriptors: Meta Analysis, Open Source Technology, Computer Software, Effect Size
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Sarcona, Alessandra; Kovacs, Laura; Wright, Josephine; Williams, Christine – American Journal of Health Education, 2017
Background: Weight gain and lifestyle behaviors during college may contribute to future health problems. This population may not have sufficient self-monitoring skills to maintain healthy lifestyle behaviors. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between usages of mobile health applications (apps) designed to track…
Descriptors: Handheld Devices, Computer Oriented Programs, Eating Habits, Physical Activity Level
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Tucker, Stephen I.; Lommatsch, Christina W.; Moyer-Packenham, Patricia S.; Anderson-Pence, Katie L.; Symanzik, Jürgen – International Journal of Research in Education and Science, 2017
The purpose of this study was to examine patterns of mathematical practices evident during children's interactions with touchscreen mathematics virtual manipulatives. Researchers analyzed 33 Kindergarten children's interactions during activities involving apps featuring mathematical content of early number sense or quantity in base ten, recorded…
Descriptors: Kindergarten, Teaching Methods, Manipulative Materials, Educational Technology
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Beal, Carole R.; Rosenblum, L. Penny – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2018
Introduction: The authors examined a tablet computer application (iPad app) for its effectiveness in helping students studying prealgebra to solve mathematical word problems. Methods: Forty-three visually impaired students (that is, those who are blind or have low vision) completed eight alternating mathematics units presented using their…
Descriptors: Instructional Effectiveness, Handheld Devices, Computer Oriented Programs, Visual Impairments