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Seo, You-Jin; Bryant, Diane – Remedial and Special Education, 2012
This study investigated the effectiveness of "Math Explorer" at enhancing the word problem-solving skills of students with mathematics difficulties (MD). The study, which had a multiple-probe-across-subjects design, was conducted over 18 weeks. Four students with MD in Grades 2 and 3 participated. All students were able to use the four-step…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Problem Solving, Metacognition, Program Effectiveness
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Dalsgaard, Christian; Godsk, Mikkel – Open Learning, 2007
This paper presents our experiences and the challenges identified in transforming traditional lecture-based modules at a university into problem-based blended learning within a social constructivist approach. Our experiment was, among other factors, motivated by an urgent need to meet new curriculum requirements by reducing the lecturing time in a…
Descriptors: Lecture Method, Problem Based Learning, Learning Modules, Intermode Differences
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Malmskold, Lennart; Ortengren, Roland; Carlson, Blair E.; Nylen, Per – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 2007
This article describes two studies conducted to compare assembly performance and learning rate between computer based training and traditional training of skilled assembly operators. The studies were performed with pre-series production parts from a car cockpit and they were integrated as part of the overall training activities during a new…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Skilled Occupations, Auto Mechanics
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Twyman, Todd; Tindal, Gerald – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2006
The purpose of this study was to improve the comprehension and problem-solving skills of students with disabilities in social studies using a conceptually framed, computer-adapted history text. Participants were 11th and 12th grade students identified with learning disabilities in reading and writing from two intact, self-contained social studies…
Descriptors: Experimental Groups, Social Studies, Problem Solving, Learning Disabilities