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Using a Collaborative Virtual Role-Play Environment To Foster Characterization in Stories.

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Robertson, Judy; Good, Judith – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2003

Reports the results of a field study evaluation of a virtual role-play environment, "Ghostwriter," which was designed as a preparation activity for writing stories. Examines the effects of "Ghostwriter" has on characterization in children's imaginative writing. Participants were 60 children aged between 10-12 years. Results…

Descriptors: Characterization, Childrens Writing, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software

Motivational Orientation in a Problem-Based Learning Environment.

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Pedersen, Susan – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2003

Examine students' motivational orientation (intrinsic/extrinsic) during problem-based learning (PBL), comparing it to their orientation during typical class activities. Participants were regular education students who used "Alien Rescue," a computer-based PBL program designed for sixth grade science. Implications of the findings for…

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education