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Stop Multitasking and Just Read: Meta-Analyses of Multitasking's Effects on Reading Performance and Reading Time
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Clinton-Lisell, Virginia – Journal of Research in Reading, 2021
Background: Multitasking while reading is a commonplace activity. Many studies have been conducted examining the effect of multitasking on reading comprehension and times. The purpose of this meta-analysis is to consolidate the empirical findings on reading comprehension and times in order to understand the overall effect of multitasking on…
Descriptors: Reading Research, Attention, Performance Factors, Time on Task
Homework's Powerful Effects on Learning.
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Walberg, Herbert J.; And Others – Educational Leadership, 1985
A synthesis of 15 empirical studies shows that homework consistently benefits elementary and secondary students' achievement and attitudes, especially if it is commented upon or graded. (MCG)
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Homework
Student Characteristics Mediating Engagement-Outcome Relationships in Physical Education.
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Silverman, Stephen – 1983
This study investigated the relationship between engagement and achievement for college students in an intermediate swimming class. It also examined this relationship for students who entered the class with different initial skill levels, different previous experience with the subject matter, and for students of different gender. The methodology…
Descriptors: Attention, Educational Research, Higher Education, Motor Development
A Model for Improving the Performance of Integrated Learning Systems: Mixed Individualized/Group/Whole Class Lessons, Cooperative Learning, and Organizing Time for Teacher-Led Remediation of Small Groups.
Becker, Henry Jay – Educational Technology, 1992
Discusses methods of improving the performance of integrated learning systems (ILSs). Topics addressed include the theoretical basis of ILSs; appropriate level of instruction; academic learning time; motivation; quality of instruction; a study of elementary students' use of ILSs; individualized and homogeneous group activities; mixed-ability…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Courseware