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Mandinach, Ellen B. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1987
This study investigated the degree to which seventh- and eighth-grade students of different abilities acquired strategic planning knowledge from a problem-solving computer game called Wumpus. Regression analysis was used to determine the influences of individual differences and either activating or modeling instruction, and to assess transfer of…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Intermode Differences
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Hativa, Nira; Teper, Avigdor – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1988
Discussion of the use of color in microcomputer-based educational software focuses on a study of Israeli ninth graders that examined the differential effects of three color treatments on the learning of geometric concepts by students with differential aptitudes. Hypotheses tested are described and results are analyzed. (28 references) (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Analysis of Variance, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Color
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MacGregor, S. Kim; And Others – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1988
Discussion of computer-assisted instruction and cognitive style focuses on a study of college students that investigated the relationship of student success in algebra and field independence-dependence. Topics discussed include the effectiveness of computers as instructional tools; treatments for experimental and control groups; courseware; and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Algebra, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Cognitive Processes