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Gaskins, Irene W.; Baron, Jonathan – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1985
A program for 148 bright 6-14 year olds who were poor readers featured use of mentors to supplement four facets of a metacognitive/cognitive training program: (1) factors affecting thinking, (2) reasons for using strategies, (3) methods of self-direction, and (4) cognitive strategies. (CL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Elementary Education, Mentors, Metacognition

Mineo, Beth A.; Cavalier, Al R. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1985
A project is described which will design, develop, field test, and refine a computer-based instructional system for remediating problems in memory and metacognition of students with hearing disabilities. The system will focus on fundamental cognitive skills underlying every content area. (CL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Learning Disabilities, Memory