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Thompson, Merton E. – 1988
This paper proposes a method for studying the effect of an individual difference variable--field dependence-independence--on the ability of a student to read and understand text information presented on a computer screen. It is argued that in order to improve individualized instruction, learning must be related to predictions of what part of the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cues
Dansereau, Donald F.; And Others – 1974
INSCAL multidimensional scaling, an objective methodology for formulating effective technical information sequences for computer-assisted instruction, was shown to be of value with respect to defining the information complexity of technical material, developing sequences of key concepts within technical material, and providing an index of expert…
Descriptors: Aptitude Treatment Interaction, College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Concept Teaching
Lasnik, Vincent E. – 1989
This paper describes the general rationale, hypotheses, methodology, findings and implications of a recent dissertation research project conducted in the Columbus, Ohio, public schools. The computer-based study investigated the simultaneous relationship between achievement in microeconomics and attitude toward economics, level of computer anxiety,…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Economics Education
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Meyer, Katrina A. – T.H.E. Journal, 2003
Discusses studies that investigated the impact of the Web on student learning and compared Web-based with traditional courses. Focuses on individual differences, including gender differences and generational differences; instructional design, including interaction and electronic learning communities; and skills that are enhanced by online…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Conventional Instruction, Critical Thinking, Gender Issues
Hines, Stephen J.; Seidman, Steven A. – 1988
This study examined the effects of feedback (immediate, delayed, or no feedback) and the type of control (external or internal) on computer-assisted instruction (CAI), and also considered the influence on achievement of such factors as computer anxiety, self-concept, learning style, and gender. Subjects were 336 undergraduates, the majority of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction
Canelos, James; And Others – 1985
Research was conducted to further investigate the results of an earlier 1985 study (Dwyer, et al.) which found that a moderately externally-paced microcomputer-based instructional program was more effective than either a self-paced or a more aggressive externally-paced condition. Instructional programs (heart parts and verbal labels) were…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction