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Peer reviewedReynolds, P. Lee; Symons, Sonya – Journal of Educational Psychology, 2001
Investigates the effects of choice and response format on children's search of informational text. Results reveal that choice of topic facilitated both performance and process measures, whereas response format affected process measures only. Prior knowledge emerged as a significant contributor to accuracy and time to locate information. (Contains…
Descriptors: Context Effect, Decision Making, Elementary Education, Information Seeking
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Writings in the field of human development and learning in the adult years can be integrated into a simple theory. A theory is defined as a policy, hypothesis, or set of principles used or proposed as a basis for action. The adult years are defined as a time in which one makes choices with a degree of maturity and wisdom and assumes responsibility…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Students
