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| Gore, Kay | 1 |
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| Niederhauser, Dale | 1 |
| Stoddart, Trish | 1 |
| Weller, Herman G. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedGore, Kay; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1988
Five articles describe improvements in instructional software designed to enhance problem solving skills. Issues addressed include problem solving software to implement curriculum goals; problem solving theory and writing theory; software for elementary and secondary school science instruction; software for mathematics instruction; and cognitive…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware
Peer reviewedWeller, Herman G.; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1994
Discussion of hypermedia-based instruction (HBI) focuses on the effects of cognitive style on student achievement. The development of interactive software for eighth-grade students studying computer ethics is described; gender differences are examined; problems are identified; and information-accessing frequency is discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy
Peer reviewedFarrell, Mary L.; Kaczka, Ann – Computers in the Schools, 1988
Discusses the decision making process needed to effectively integrate computers into individualized instruction in a resource room. Student scheduling is explained, and four case histories are presented that take learner needs and styles into account and incorporate a variety of instructional materials. (five references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Decision Making
Peer reviewedHoelscher, Karen – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Describes the Minnesota Education Computing Corporation (MECC) Computing and Information Collection, a collection of software products for students in grades 4-12. These products are designed to support individual course content objectives and introduce and practice information literacy skills. Curriculum applications in language arts,…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Database Management Systems
Peer reviewedBonk, Curtis J.; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1994
Discusses collaborative writing with hypermedia and multimedia tools as well as the requisite hardware and software support that foster cognitive and social skills. Proposes research on the impact on and possibilities for students and teachers using collaborative writing in hypermedia environments. (102 references) (JKP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Style, Collaborative Writing, Computer Assisted Instruction
Peer reviewedStoddart, Trish; Niederhauser, Dale – Computers in the Schools, 1993
Examines technology's role in restructuring educational processes, highlighting two approaches to computer-assisted education. The Integrated Learning System aims to transmit knowledge using drills and practice. Tool-based systems focus on students actively developing individual conceptual and cognitive approaches to learning; they should aid…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Change Agents, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction
