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Zorba, Mehmet Galip – Online Submission, 2014
Along with language teaching purposes, coursebooks also convey different kinds of cultural and social messages through both written texts and visualization. Therefore, studying coursebooks in terms of such qualities is necessary in foreign language education. In the learning process, visualization plays a pivotal role since visuals cater for…
Descriptors: Textbooks, Textbook Content, Textbook Evaluation, Secondary Education
Lyttle, LeighAnne – Online Submission, 2011
This research study tries to understand the information processing model and social learning theory in regards to teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to Spanish speakers by using peer teaching methods. This study will examine each theory's concepts and frameworks to better comprehend what teaching methods support English language learning.…
Descriptors: Learning Theories, Socialization, Observational Learning, Tutors
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Pavlik, Philip I., Jr.; Cen, Hao; Wu, Lili; Koedinger, Kenneth R. – Online Submission, 2008
Using data from an existing pre-algebra computer-based tutor, we analyzed the covariance of item-types with the goal of describing a more effective way to assign skill labels to item-types. Analyzing covariance is important because it allows us to place the skills in a related network in which we can identify the role each skill plays in learning…
Descriptors: Algebra, Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Statistical Analysis, Coding
Burke, Lisa A.; Hutchins, Holly – Online Submission, 2008
Qualitative data were gathered from trainers regarding best practices for supporting training transfer. Using content analysis, findings suggest interventions for bolstering transfer are best carried out in the work context and design/delivery phase, take place after training or during, and involve trainers and supervisors. However, trainers…
Descriptors: Transfer of Training, Content Analysis, Qualitative Research, Intervention
Bean, Erik Paul – Online Submission, 2008
Since the 1920s, textbook critics have maintained that textbooks should offer a homogenous editorial approach, including an acknowledgment of a mix of author opinion and scholarly research. Several researchers indicated that some textbooks are not homogenous. The purpose of this quantitative content analysis study was to examine whether…
Descriptors: Textbooks, Online Courses, Content Analysis, Teaching Methods