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Characteristics of Drills Related to Development of Skills
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Luik, P. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2007
It is important for the teacher to choose effective software for students. It is also important for designers to know what features of educational software make it effective. But the results of studies dealing with the effectiveness of educational software are contradictory. One reason for such results might be the fact that meta-analysis covers…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Drills (Practice), Courseware, Computer Software Evaluation
Measuring the Impact of IT on Learning.
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Hammond, M. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1994
Considers the impact of information technology (IT) on children's learning in schools with particular reference to two studies that examined the value of using IT. Discussion includes the difficulties of evaluating IT effectiveness and some explanations for the insignificant impact of IT in the studies. (13 references) (KRN)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Control Groups, Courseware
Groupwork with Computers: An Overview of Findings.
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Hoyles, C.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1994
Presents findings of a study designed to identify the background and process factors that influence the success of groupwork with computers. The multisite case study involved mixed-sex mixed-ability pupils, aged 9-12, who undertook mathematics tasks using LOGO or a database. The discussion includes the impact of organizational styles and patterns…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Cooperative Planning