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Huntington, Bethany; Goulding, James; Pitchford, Nicola J. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2023
Interactive apps are commonly used to support the acquisition of foundational skills. Yet little is known about how pedagogical features of such apps affect learning outcomes, attainment and motivation--particularly when deployed in lower-income contexts, where educational gains are most needed. In this study, we analyse which app features are…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Interaction, Foreign Countries, Out of School Youth
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Marsh, Jackie; Plowman, Lydia; Yamada-Rice, Dylan; Bishop, Julia; Lahmar, Jamal; Scott, Fiona – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2018
This study is the first to systematically investigate the extent to which apps for children aged 0-5 foster play and creativity. There is growing evidence of children's use of tablets, but limited knowledge of the use of apps by children of children of this age. This ESRC-funded study undertook research that identified how UK children aged from 0…
Descriptors: Play, Young Children, Creativity, Computer Oriented Programs
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Outhwaite, Laura A.; Gulliford, Anthea; Pitchford, Nicola J. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2020
When available in multiple languages, educational apps can deliver the same mathematics instruction in the child's first language or different language of instruction. This pilot study examined the feasibility of a maths app intervention compared to standard mathematical practice with 61 children aged 5-6 years attending a bilingual immersion…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Mathematics Instruction, Electronic Learning, Interaction
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Huber, Brittany; Highfield, Kate; Kaufman, Jordy – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2018
Screen media occupy an increasing role in young children's play and learning environments. This paper advances the current discussion of the changing digital lives of children, with new insights of media use in the homes of Australian families (N = 406). Parents reported their child's technology ownership, engagement with traditional and new…
Descriptors: Young Children, Foreign Countries, Technology, Ownership
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Leinonen, Teemu; Keune, Anna; Veermans, Marjaana; Toikkanen, Tarmo – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2016
This study takes a design-based research approach to explore how applications designed for mobile devices could support reflection in learning in K-12 education. Use of mobile devices is increasing in schools. Most of the educational apps support single-person use of interactive learning materials, simulations and learning games. Apps designed to…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Handheld Devices, Educational Technology, Reflection
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Vaughan, Norman; Cloutier, David – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2017
The purpose of this student-faculty partnership research study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a blended four-year Bachelor of Education Elementary Program at a Canadian university using the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) framework. Data was collected from the first graduating cohort of students from the B.Ed. program in…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students, Student Research, College Faculty
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Sandberg, Jacobijn; Anjewierden, Anjo; Groothuismink, Jolanda; de Hoog, Robert; Giebels, Mascha – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2000
Many individuals throughout Europe acquire knowledge and skills in an informal manner for which they find no official recognition. The CREDIT (Capabilities, Registration, Evaluation, Diagnosis and advice through Internet Technology) project develops a computer system that supports the assessment and accreditation process and provides advice on…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Achievement, Child Care Occupations, Competence
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Al-Ahmed, Fatima H. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2000
The Organized Career Orientation Course was written to help Bahraini secondary school leavers prepare for the job market by equipping them with relevant language skills such as note taking and report writing. The strong point of the course is the multi-media input and the fact that it is student-centered. Two learning methods were piloted. Results…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Foreign Countries, Instructional Development
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Simair, Denis J. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 1982
Describes the construction and implementation of a pilot project involving the use of microcomputers in secondary school administration in Canada. Reactions of students, parents, and school administrators to the computerized scheduling and attendance programs are evaluated. Sample printout pages are included. (JJD)
Descriptors: Attendance Records, Computer Oriented Programs, Foreign Countries, High Schools