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Land, Susan M. – Educational Technology Research and Development, 2000
Analyzes assumptions underlying learner-centered, technology-based environments in light of how well learners appear to meet the cognitive demands for engaging them. Design implications include the following considerations: direct learner attention to key variables and visual cues; prompt and guide connections to prior knowledge; and provide…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Environment
Land, Susan M.; Hannafin, Michael J. – 1998
This paper critically analyzes problems and issues related to learning with open, technology-based environments. Theoretical assumptions that underlie learning in this type of environment are clarified in the first section. The second section addresses imitations in adaptive capabilities of technology, including: the learner relies upon feedback…
Descriptors: Communication Problems, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Constructivism (Learning)
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Hannafin, Michael J.; Hill, Janette R.; Land, Susan M. – Contemporary Education, 1997
Summarizes recent developments in student-centered open-ended learning environments, which provide electronic tools and resources for students to use in addressing authentic situated problems and to support students' thinking and problem-solving processes. Also analyzes issues in design and utilization and presents implications for teaching,…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Environment, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education