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Traga Philippakos, Zoi A. – Language and Literacy Spectrum, 2021
The purpose of this paper is to review the utility of think alouds in writing instruction and highlight the function of think-aloud modeling in the development of cognitive and metacognitive strategies that support learners' independence. For these purposes, modeling with coping is also explained. Coping models, in which teachers encounter…
Descriptors: Protocol Analysis, Writing Instruction, Metacognition, Writing Strategies
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Buell, Catherine A.; Greenstein, Steven; Wilstein, Zahava – PRIMUS, 2017
It is widely accepted in the mathematics education community that pedagogies oriented toward inquiry are aligned with a constructivist theory of learning, and that these pedagogies effectively support students' learning of mathematics. In order to promote such an orientation, we first separate the idea of inquiry from its conception as a…
Descriptors: Inquiry, Active Learning, Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction
Schoenfeld, Alan H. – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2010
Teachers try to help their students learn. But why do they make the particular teaching choices they do? What resources do they draw upon? What accounts for the success or failure of their efforts? In "How We Think", esteemed scholar and mathematician, Alan H. Schoenfeld, proposes a groundbreaking theory and model for how we think and act in the…
Descriptors: Goal Orientation, Thinking Skills, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Education
Gr ver Aukrust, Vibeke, Ed. – Elsevier, 2011
This collection of 58 articles from the recently-published third edition of the International Encyclopedia of Education focuses on learning, memory, attention, problem solving, concept formation, and language. Learning and cognition is the foundation of cognitive psychology and encompasses many topics including attention, memory, categorization,…
Descriptors: Memory, Concept Formation, Cognitive Psychology, Problem Solving
Waterman, Sheryn Spencer – Eye on Education, 2010
For middle and high school teachers of social studies and English, this book is filled with examples of instructional strategies that address students' readiness levels, interests, and learning preferences. It shows teachers how to formatively assess their students by addressing differentiated learning targets. Included are detailed examples of…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Student Evaluation, Formative Evaluation, Secondary School Teachers
Piggott, Jennifer – Mathematics Teaching Incorporating Micromath, 2007
Creativity in the mathematics classroom is not just about what pupils do, but also what teachers do. If they are thinking creatively about the mathematical experiences they offer their pupils they can open up opportunities for them to be creative. This article reflects the belief of staff at the NRICH Mathematics Project that mathematics is about…
Descriptors: Creative Teaching, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Students
Baker, Jerry R.; Doran, Madeleine S. – Rowman & Littlefield Education, 2006
Research has shown that adult learners prefer a problem-solving approach to learning, rather than a subject-centered approach. This book provides a non-traditional approach to teaching and learning the basics of human resource management through a series of 125 in-basket exercises and guided questions. These exercises focus on real-life problems…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Learning Theories, Instructional Materials, Problem Solving
Petrina, Stephen – Information Science Publishing, 2007
Because of the nature of their subject, technology teachers have found ways to make learning active and exciting, often through new activities and projects that have real-world relevance. As technology fields grow, the success of technology teachers is tied in with innovation rather than the accomplishments of the past. This book provides a…
Descriptors: Technology Education, Innovation, Educational Technology, Teaching Methods
Anderson, Terry – Learning, 1996
This paper answers several frequently asked questions about constructivism, including how to define it, how to plan the curriculum, how to assess student understanding, what to do with the information, where to begin, how students work in a constructivist classroom, and why constructivism is important. (SM)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Constructivism (Learning), Elementary Education, Learning Processes
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Yackel, Erna; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Two aspects of instructional practice in mathematics are discussed: the process of developing instructional activities and the importance of engaging students in mathematical discussion. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Standards are evaluated based on this discussion. (CW)
Descriptors: Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities
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Niaz, Mansoor – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1993
Reviews current research in the application of the Neo-Piagetian theory of Pascual-Leone and shows how it provides the science teacher new implements. Hypothesizes that the role of the environment and creativity, if emphasized adequately, can help make science instruction more effective. (Contains 45 references.) (PR)
Descriptors: College Science, Creativity, Environmental Influences, High Schools
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Woods, Donald R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1993
Describes the interactions and applications of three models of learning: Bloom's taxonomy, the Jungian or Myers-Brigg's Typology, and William Perry's model of attitude toward learning. (PR)
Descriptors: College Science, Cooperative Learning, Educational Psychology, Engineering Education
Ediger, Marlow – 1989
College and university instructors need to utilize selected principles of learning from the psychology of education. These principles of learning when implemented in the classroom should assist each student to achieve goals more optimally. The five principles of learning recommended to facilitate student progress in the higher education curriculum…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, College Instruction, Decision Making, Educational Psychology
Roberts, Maxwell J.; Erdos, George – Educational Psychology: An International Journal of Experimental Psychology, 1993
Asserts that metacognition is one of the most important developments in the contemporary study of learning. Proposes a theoretical analysis of a number of interrelated issues with regard to their importance for metacognition. Focuses on strategy selection in light of the impasse-based theories of problem solving. (CFR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Educational Research
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Leroux, Janice A. – Roeper Review, 1986
Analysis of cognitive, psychoanalytical, and moral development theories of J. Piaget, O. Rank, E. Erikson, L. Kohlberg, D. Elkind, and C. Gilligan revealed teaching strategies for gifted adolescents which involve encouraging creativity and problem-solving skills; supporting student interests; developing students' positive self-esteem; exposing…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Cognitive Development, Creativity
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