The study investigates the effect of e-learning, blended learning and classroom learning on students' achievement. Two experimental groups together with a control group from Umm Al-Qura University in Saudi Arabia were identified randomly. To assess students' achievement in the different groups, pre- and post-achievement tests were used. The…

Anyone who has taught neurophysiology would be aware of recurring concepts that students find difficult to understand. However, a greater problem is the development of misconceptions that may be difficult to change. For example, one common misconception is that action potentials pass directly across chemical synapses. Difficulties may be…

This article discusses schema-based instruction (SBI) as an alternative to traditional instruction for enhancing the mathematical problem solving performance of students with learning disabilities (LD). In the authors' most recent research and developmental efforts, they designed SBI to meet the needs of middle school students with LD in inclusive…

Describes a study at the State University of New York, University at Albany that compared a Web-based library instructional module for first-year students with traditional library instruction. The effectiveness of the two instructional methods was compared using pre- and post-tests, and was found to be equal. (Contains 13 references.) (Author/LRW)

The purpose of this paper is to determine the effectiveness of computer-based instruction to deliver cross-cultural education to agriculturalists. A quasi-experimental research method known as a nonequivalent control-group design was employed to compare and contrast the effectiveness of delivering a cross-cultural module via traditional classroom…

This study aims to assess the impact of hypermedia designing as a cognitive tool on knowledge acquisition and retention in comparison to traditional instruction. A pretest-posttest control group design was used. The study included 48 second-year preservice computer teachers who enrolled in "Instructional Technology and Material…

The possibility of creating an appropriate online learning environment for distance adult students was examined in a study of 22 Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) students' attitudes regarding the online version of a course offered as part of Penn State's masters of education program. The students completed surveys before, during, and…