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Inan, Fethi A.; Crooks, Steven M.; Cheon, Jongpil; Ari, Fatih; Flores, Raymond; Kurucay, Murat; Paniukov, Dmitrii – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2015
The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of modality on learning from multimedia instruction. This study utilized a factorial between-subject design to examine the effects of modality on student learning outcomes, study patterns and mental effort. An interactive computer-presented diagram was developed to teach the places of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Multimedia Instruction, Articulation (Speech), Undergraduate Students
Robinson-Armstrong, Abbie – 1991
Research indicates that student journal writing promotes the development of independent thinking as well as writing skills. Journal writing helps students comprehend course material, relate course content to their own lives, and prepare for class discussions. Instructors who use journal writing to help students achieve instructional objectives are…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness, Journal Writing, Reading Skills
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Wollman-Bonilla, Julie E. – Reading Teacher, 1989
Explains how and why journals were chosen as a component of literature group reading. Shares excerpts from the journals of several children. Draws conclusions about the value of journals in contrast to more conventional written assignments. (MG)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Grade 4, Instructional Effectiveness
Jewell, Mary Jean; Tichenor, Mercedes S. – 1994
Through journal writing children have the opportunity to explore learning, feelings, experiences and language. It is a very effective means of helping students develop writing skills through a process approach. Here is a framework for exploring the possibility of including a journal writing program in an elementary school curriculum: (1) consider…
Descriptors: Childrens Writing, Elementary School Curriculum, Instructional Effectiveness, Journal Writing
Peyton, Joy Kreeft; Seyoum, Mulugetta – 1988
A study examined the interaction strategies of one teacher for promoting student writing in the dialogue journals of 12 limited-English-proficient sixth grade students and the effect of these strategies on the length and complexity of the students' writing. The teacher strategies identified include requests for a reply and personal contributions…
Descriptors: Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques, English (Second Language)