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Barman, Charles R. – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1986
Described are the development and validation of two computer-based Piagetian assessment instruments, designed to assist teachers in identifying cognitive reasoning patterns. Implications for teachers are presented. (Author/MT)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Identification
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Chletsos, Peter N.; And Others – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1989
This article presents evidence of the reliability and validity of a new paper-and-pencil test of proportional reasoning, Paper-and-Pencil Balance Beam Test. A Total of 627 individuals, aged 8-47, participated in the 3 studies discussed. Results support previous research which correlates performance on proportional reasoning problems with…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Cognitive Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Formal Operations
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Newsome, George L., III – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 2000
Examines the thinking and reasoning skills today's students need, reviewing promising approaches to understanding and improving these skills offered by cognitive psychologists and philosophers, evaluating the contributions of each approach, and suggesting how explanations offered by cognitive psychologists and criteria for evaluating students'…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Critical Thinking
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Reiman, Alan J.; Thies-Sprinthall, Lois – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1993
Describes theory and a research program that uses guided reflection to promote the development of mentor teachers. Significant findings from a quasi-experimental study and a replication study are presented. The paper can assist teacher educators, policymakers, and school personnel who are searching for a teacher induction model. (GLR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Curriculum Development, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education