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Naturalistic Inquiry and Computer-Based Instruction: Rationale, Procedures, and Potential.
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Neuman, Delia – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1989
Describes a naturalistic paradigm and discusses the value of using a naturalistic, or qualitative, approach to study the effectiveness of computer-based instruction (CBI) and to design effective courseware. Topics discussed include data collection; data analysis; and findings of naturalistic studies of CBI effectiveness. (53 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Data Analysis, Instructional Effectiveness
Computer-Based Microworlds: A Bridge between Constructivism and Direct Instruction.
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Rieber, Lloyd P. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1992
Describes the Space Shuttle Commander software package, which utilizes the dynaturtle microworld to teach elementary and middle school students about Newton's laws of motion. Design considerations for computer-based microworlds that represent a compromise between the philosophies of constructivism and direct instruction are presented. (91…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware, Educational Principles
Instructional Simulation from a Cognitive Psychology Viewpoint.
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Thurman, Richard A. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Examines implications from cognitive psychology which are important for the design of microcomputer-based instructional simulations. Topics addressed include cognitive structure, including schemata and mental models; cognitive and metacognitive strategies; automaticity of cognitive processes; and affect, or the motivational appeal. (Contains 86…
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures
Cooperative Learning and Computer-Based Instruction.
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Hooper, Simon – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1992
Examines the origins of small-group learning and distinguishes cooperative learning from other methods. Highlights include assessing the effects of cooperative learning, including cognitive effects; designing effective software for cooperative groups, including accountability, interdependence, interaction, ability grouping, age, collaborative…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Accountability, Age Differences, Computer Assisted Instruction
Effects of Learner Control, Advisement, and Prior Knowledge on Young Students' Learning in a Hypertext Environment.
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Shin, E. Christine; And Others – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1994
Describes a study that investigated the effects of learner control and of advisement in a hypertext learning environment with second-grade students who had different levels of prior knowledge about the content. Topics discussed include computer-assisted instruction; learner control; and recommendations for instructional design in a hypertext…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Educational Environment
Cooperative Learning in Computer-Based Instruction.
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Rysavy, S. Del Marie; Sales, Gregory C. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1991
Reviews recent research on cooperative computer-based instruction (CBI) and discusses findings related to achievement levels and ability, patterns of study, social interchange, motivation and attitudes, and gender differences. Guidelines for the implementation of cooperative CBI are presented, and implications for software designers are suggested.…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development
Designing Computer Software for Problem-Solving Instruction.
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Duffield, Judith A. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1991
Discusses factors that might influence the effectiveness of computer software designed to teach problem solving. Topics discussed include the structure of knowledge; transfer of training; computers and problem solving instruction; human-computer interactions; and types of software, including drill and practice programs, tutorials, instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Development, Courseware