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A Review of Evaluative Studies of Computer-based Learning in Nursing Education.
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Lewis, Michael J.; Davies, Rebecca; Jenkins, David; Tait, Michael I. – Nurse Education Today, 2001
Analysis of the methods used in 25 reports of the evaluation of nursing computer-based learning packages revealed significant research design flaws invalidating many conclusions. Ways to improve evaluation research on the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction were recommended. (Contains 49 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Evaluation Problems, Higher Education, Instructional Material Evaluation
The Use of Schema Theory in the Design and Development of an Interactive Videodisc Module: A Medical Example.
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Hamilton, Richard; Taylor, David – Canadian Journal of Educational Communication, 1992
Describes a cognitive approach to designing instruction that uses schema theory and illustrates an instructional application of schema theory using a self-instructional interactive videodisc to teach a medical skill. Guidelines for instructional design and development are discussed, including knowledge acquisition, contextual clues, and learning…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cognitive Psychology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Context Clues
Use of Mastery Learning Approach in Allied Health Programs: Emergence of Higher Education.
Dunkle, Sondra E. – 1984
Disadvantages and advantages that physical therapy and allied health programs have encountered in utilizing a mastery learning approach are identified, based on a literature review and questioning of health educators. Recommendations concerning the implementation of this approach at California State University, Fresno are offered, along with a…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Allied Health Occupations Education, Comparative Analysis, Competency Based Education