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Sokolowski, Andrzej; Li, Yeping; Willson, Victor – International Journal of STEM Education, 2015
Background: The process of problem solving is difficult for students; thus, mathematics educators have made multiple attempts to seek ways of making this process more accessible to learners. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect size statistic of utilizing exploratory computerized environments (ECEs) to support the process of word…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Students, Secondary School Mathematics, Middle School Students
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Abrami, Philip; Borohkovski, Eugene; Lysenko, Larysa – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2015
This meta-analysis summarizes research on the effects of a comprehensive, interactive web-based software (AXXX) on the development of reading competencies among kindergarteners and elementary students. Findings from seven randomized control trials and quasi-experimental studies undertaken in a variety of contexts across Canada, Australia and Kenya…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Kindergarten, Young Children, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Rachal, John R. – Adult Education Quarterly, 1993
A review of 12 studies comparing computer-assisted (CAI) and traditional instruction in adult basic and secondary education (ABSE) found that, in 10 of 12, CAI results were at least as good as traditional and CAI also aided retention, self-confidence, privacy, feedback, and faster learning. CAI's place in ABSE is confirmed, but it is not a miracle…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Basic Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Research
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Kiboss, Joel K.; Ndirangu, Mwangi; Wekesa, Eric W. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2004
Biology knowledge and understanding is important not only for the conversion of the loftiest dreams into reality for a better life of individuals but also for preparing secondary pupils for such fields as agriculture, medicine, biotechnology, and genetic engineering. But a recent study has revealed that many aspects of school science (biology…
Descriptors: Instructional Effectiveness, Biology, Teaching Methods, Computer Simulation