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Direct linkReigeluth, Charles M.; Aslan, Sinem; Chen, Zengguan; Dutta, Pratima; Huh, Yeol; Lee, Dabae; Lin, Chun-Yi; Lu, Ya-Huei; Min, Mina; Tan, Verily; Watson, Sunnie Lee; Watson, William R. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2015
The learner-centered paradigm of instruction differs in such fundamental ways from the teacher-centered paradigm that it requires technology to serve very different functions. In 2006, a research team at Indiana University began to work on identifying those functions and published their results in 2008. Subsequently, the team elaborated and…
Descriptors: Individualized Instruction, Learner Controlled Instruction, Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Interdisciplinary Approach
Warash, Bobbie Gibson; Smith, Keri; Root, Amy – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 2011
Young children's capabilities continue to be revealed through brain and other scientific research. These advances in knowledge have led to the implementation of more progressive learning experiences in preschool programs. More in-depth explorations accommodate young children's intellect and they help children develop life skills as competent…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Teaching Methods, Student Educational Objectives, Executive Function
Greenwood, Scott C.; McCabe, Patrick P. – Middle School Journal (J3), 2008
In this article, the authors discuss how learning contracts can motivate students. "A learning contract is simply a written agreement between teacher and learner in which the learner undertakes to complete mutually agreed upon tasks in a specified amount of time on his or her own initiative" (Greenwood, 2003, p.1). Contracts are designed to…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Learning Activities, Student Participation, Teaching Methods
Ross, Ruth – G/C/T (Gifted, Creative, Talented Children), 1983
Designed as a follow-up activity for gifted and talented classes that have been using learning centers, this contract directs students in building their own learning centers. Six sections cover choosing a subject, researching, setting objectives for the learning center, developing activities for the center, writing directions and collecting…
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, Individualized Instruction
Kassens, Zola – Instructor, 1984
Teachers can motivate students to read by offering choices. Ideas for developing a contract strategy for reading are discussed. Optional activities and contract terms for both average and above average students are suggested. (DF)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Individualized Instruction, Learning Activities, Performance Contracts
Peer reviewedWagganer, John W. – Science and Children, 1981
An elementary activity based energy education unit which utilizes student contracts is described. Examples of the preparation involved, student involvement entailed, and examples of contracts and grading criteria are included. (DS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Energy, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedWarren, Pat, Ed. – Science Scope, 1994
Presents and discusses a contract to encourage students to get involved in cleaning up the environment. (PR)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Environmental Education, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedCambell, Melvin; Burton, VirLynn – Science and Children, 1994
Presents a unit approach that utilizes Howard Gardner's seven intelligences (Linguistic, Logical/mathematical, Spatial, Music, Kinesthetic/body, Intrapersonal, and Interpersonal). Students are given a list of activities and make a contract to complete a certain number on the list. A sample unit for fifth graders on the bodily systems is provided.…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Learning Activities
