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Sassi, Anthony – Computing Teacher, 1990
Describes a program that used the concept of cross-age tutoring to introduce computers to kindergarten students with the help of sixth graders. The use of FunWriter and other software is described, the importance of graphics is emphasized, and benefits to both groups of students are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Courseware, Cross Age Teaching
Peer reviewedNewell, Florence M. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1996
Describes a study that examined the effects of a cross-age tutoring program on computer literacy learning of second graders. Related literature is reviewed; the training program that used fourth graders to tutor the second graders is explained; and implications for future research is suggested. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Cross Age Teaching, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedLevin, Henry M.; And Others – Evaluation Review, 1987
The cost effectiveness of four approaches to improving mathematics and reading performance of elementary school children is compared. Peer tutoring is found to be more cost-effective than computer-assisted instruction, and both are more cost-effective than reducing class size or increasing the length of the school day. (Author/JAZ)
Descriptors: Class Size, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Cross Age Teaching
