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Smith, Marlene A.; Kellogg, Deborah L. – Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education, 2015
This article describes a predictive model that assesses whether a student will have greater perceived learning in group assignments or in individual work. The model produces correct classifications 87.5% of the time. The research is notable in that it is the first in the education literature to adopt a predictive modeling methodology using data…
Descriptors: Group Activities, Assignments, Cooperative Learning, Individual Activities
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Folkestad, James E.; Banning, James – Journal of Educational Technology, 2010
Digital media applications (DMAs) have emerged in abundance over the last ten years. Enabled by exponential growth in computing power and inexpensive data storage, these applications are easy to use and inexpensive (often free) to own. DMAs not only allow users to produce digital content efficiently they allow users to exploit the connective power…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Technology, Internet, Affordances
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King, James – Educational Theory, 1976
Socratic dialogues are analyzed to elucidate the model of Socratic teaching, important components of which include love of knowledge, epistemic community, unlearning of false beliefs, and cognitive synthesis of educational experiences. (GW)
Descriptors: Discovery Processes, Educational Philosophy, Learning Processes, Models
Frankel, Alan; Brennan, James – 1983
Through the years, many researchers have advanced theories of problem solving. Probably the best definition of problem solving to apply to adult learning programs is Wallas' (1926) four-stage theory. The stages are (1) a preparation, (2) an incubation period, (3) a moment of illumination, and (4) final application or verification of the solution.…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Programs, Discovery Processes
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Garrett, Larry N.; Heyl, R. James – Social Studies, 1976
A model for teaching social studies by the discovery approach is presented. The authors maintain that the temporal inquiry teaching model holds considerable promise for encouraging student enthusiasm, emphasizing higher cognitive levels, and stimulating divergent student thinking and activity. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Discovery Processes, Elementary Secondary Education, Inquiry, Learning Activities
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Hood, Philip – Language Learning Journal, 1994
Offers practical suggestions for a coherent approach to the teaching of grammar in foreign language classrooms. As a context for the ideas offered, the article synthesizes some of the views expressed by recent writers on this subject. The model outlined provides a basis for work designed to focus more on accurate use of language than on…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Discovery Processes, Foreign Countries, Grammar
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Stewart, Emily D. – Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, 1994
After a discussion of the creativity often found in those outside the mainstream, this article describes the five stages of the Laureate learning cycle model of talent development: romance, inquiry, involvement, expansion, and insight. The importance of individual ownership of the learning process is emphasized. (DB)
Descriptors: Creative Development, Creativity, Discovery Processes, Elementary Secondary Education
Walker, Ed – 1973
Elementary teachers and principals enrolled in an elementary education graduate course developed this guide which interprets and applies the concept of inquiry teaching and learning. The purpose of the guide is to bridge the gap between the theory of the inquiry process and its use in the classroom. It is written for use by elementary educators as…
Descriptors: Discovery Processes, Elementary Education, Guidelines, Inquiry
Rubin, Rochelle L.; Norman, John T. – 1989
Previous research has shown a relationship between formal reasoning ability and science process skill attainment. It has been hypothesized that an increased emphasis on teaching process skills might enhance the formal thinking abilities of students. A variety of strategies have been proposed to better accomplish this task, most notable, the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Discovery Learning, Discovery Processes, Junior High Schools