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Enhancing Competence and Autonomy in Computer-Based Instruction Using a Skill-Challenge Balancing Strategy
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Kim, Jieun; Ryu, Hokyoung; Katuk, Norliza; Wang, Ruili; Choi, Gyunghyun – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2014
The present study aims to show if a skill-challenge balancing (SCB) instruction strategy can assist learners to motivationally engage in computer-based learning. Csikszentmihalyi's flow theory (self-control, curiosity, focus of attention, and intrinsic interest) was applied to an account of the optimal learning experience in SCB-based learning…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Student Motivation, Learner Engagement, Computer Assisted Instruction
Navigational Aids and Learner Control in Hypermedia Instructional Programs.
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Burke, Patricia A.; Etnier, Jennifer L.; Sullivan, Howard J. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1998
Describes a study of fifth graders that examined the effects of learner control and navigational aids on performance in a hypermedia instructional program. Results indicated that students who moved freely within the program and had access to navigational aids, interacted more with the program and achieved higher performance on posttests.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Grade 5
Controlling Challenge in Instructional Simulation.
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Mattoon, Joseph S.; Klein, James D. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1993
Discussion of learner control in computer-assisted instructional simulations focuses on an experiment conducted with undergraduate students that compared three different treatments for instructional control in an aircraft simulator. Topics addressed include performance on immediate and delayed posttests; practice; student attitudes; effects of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Promoting Better Choices: Effects of Strategy Training on Achievement and Choice Behavior in Learner-Controlled CBI.
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Relan, Anju – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1995
Describes a study of 107 sixth graders that investigated the effects of learning strategy training intervention and the incorporation of learner control on achievement, learning efficiency, and instructional choice while subjects learned from a computer-based science tutorial. Principles for instructional design incorporating learner control are…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Grade 6
Motivational and Achievement Effects of Learner Control over Content Review within CAI.
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Kinzie, Mable B.; And Others – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1992
Describes a study of ninth graders that investigated the effects of learner and program control over content review in science-related computer-assisted instruction (CAI). Results of posttests, continuing motivation measures, and attitude questions are discussed; and future research is suggested. (35 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Analysis of Covariance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Grade 9
The Effect of a "Learner as Multimedia Designer" Environment on At-Risk High School Students' Motivation and Learning of Design Knowledge.
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Liu, Min; Rutledge, Keith – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1997
Examines the learning benefits of a learner-as-designer environment simulating a real-world multimedia production house and its impact on at-risk high school students. Students showed a significant growth in their value of intrinsic goals and achieved several critical design skills. The experience provided many students, who could not otherwise…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, At Risk Persons, Computer Software Development, Educational Environment
Dyadic vs. Individual Practice with Exploratory and Directive Mathematics Tutors.
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Yadrick, Robert M.; Regian, J. Wesley; Connolly-Gomez, Catherine; Robertson-Schule, Linda – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1997
Compared performance of low-aptitude remedial adults learning to solve mathematics word problems. Participants worked either alone or as collaborative dyads and received instruction/practice using either the Word Problem-Solving Environment (WPSE), an exploratory system over which learners exercise control, or Solver, a structured and directive…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Education, Adult Students, Aptitude Treatment Interaction