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Callaghan, Melissa N.; Reich, Stephanie M. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2021
Guiding hints and challenge can help scaffold learners to progress beyond what they would achieve independently. The interactive and adaptive capabilities of mobile devices allow educational applications (apps) to support learning through scaffolding designs. However, little research has tested the effects of scaffolding features in apps on young…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Handheld Devices, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Preschool Education
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Outhwaite, Laura A.; Gulliford, Anthea; Pitchford, Nicola J. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2020
When available in multiple languages, educational apps can deliver the same mathematics instruction in the child's first language or different language of instruction. This pilot study examined the feasibility of a maths app intervention compared to standard mathematical practice with 61 children aged 5-6 years attending a bilingual immersion…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Mathematics Instruction, Electronic Learning, Interaction
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Jeno, Lucas M.; Adachi, Paul J. C.; Grytnes, John-Arvid; Vandvik, Vigdis; Deci, Edward L. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2019
From the lens of Self-Determination Theory, this study investigated the effects of a mobile application tool for identifying species on biology students' achievement and well-being. It was hypothesized that the mobile application, compared to a textbook, would enhance feelings of competence and autonomy and, in turn, intrinsic motivation, positive…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Student Motivation, Academic Achievement, Well Being