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Naturalistic Inquiry and Computer-Based Instruction: Rationale, Procedures, and Potential.
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Neuman, Delia – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1989
Describes a naturalistic paradigm and discusses the value of using a naturalistic, or qualitative, approach to study the effectiveness of computer-based instruction (CBI) and to design effective courseware. Topics discussed include data collection; data analysis; and findings of naturalistic studies of CBI effectiveness. (53 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Data Analysis, Instructional Effectiveness
Animation in Computer-Based Instruction.
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Rieber, Lloyd R. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1990
Reviews current empirical data on the effectiveness of animation in computer-based instruction. Research on static visuals and learning is examined; animation research is described that includes studies with elementary school children, high school students, and adult learners; and implications for current instructional design are suggested. (56…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Design
Talking Back to Big Bird: Preschool Users and a Simple Speech Recognition System.
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Strommen, Erik F.; Frome, Francine S. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Describes a study that examined the effectiveness of 1 configuration of automatic speech recognition software and hardware with 36 3 year olds and a comparison control group of 20 adults. The greater variability of children's speech is discussed; possible system modifications are considered; and future research is suggested. (18 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware
Evaluating Instructional Software.
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Reiser, Robert A.; Dick, Walter – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1990
Describes a new model for evaluating instructional software that focuses on the extent to which students learn the skills a software package is intended to teach. Results of a field test of fifth grade students are reported, and implications of the initial evaluation of the model are discussed. (14 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware
Teaching Instructional Design in a Computer Literacy Course.
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Savenye, Wilhelmina C.; And Others – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1991
Discussion of teachers' knowledge of instructional design principles highlights a required computer literacy course for preservice teachers that was redesigned to include substantial components to teach instructional design. Results of a study that was conducted to examine the effectiveness of the instructional design training are described. (18…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Course Content
Designing Computer Software for Problem-Solving Instruction.
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Duffield, Judith A. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1991
Discusses factors that might influence the effectiveness of computer software designed to teach problem solving. Topics discussed include the structure of knowledge; transfer of training; computers and problem solving instruction; human-computer interactions; and types of software, including drill and practice programs, tutorials, instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Development, Courseware
Requirements and Benefits of Effective Interactive Instruction: Learner Control, Self-Regulation, and Continuing Motivation.
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Kinzie, Mable B. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1990
Examines the components of learner control, self-regulation, and the continuing motivation to learn as possible requirements and benefits of effective interactive instruction. Research literature is reviewed that addresses the interdependence of these three components, and suggestions are made for future research. (76 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Individualized Instruction
The Effects of Group Composition on Achievement, Interaction, and Learning Efficiency during Computer-Based Cooperative Instruction.
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Hooper, Simon; Hannafin, Michael J. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1991
Describes a study of sixth and seventh grade students that investigated the effects of cooperative group composition, student ability, and learning accountability on achievement, interaction, and instructional efficiency during computer-based instruction. Pretests and posttests are described, data analysis is explained, and recommendations for…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Academic Achievement, Arithmetic, Classroom Observation Techniques