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Peer reviewedPalumbo, Debra L; Palumbo, David B. – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1993
Computer-based problem-solving software exposure was compared to Lego TC LOGO instruction. Thirty fifth graders received either Lego LOGO instruction, which couples Lego building block activities with LOGO computer programming, or instruction with various problem-solving computer programs. Although both groups showed significant progress, the Lego…
Descriptors: Children, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation
Peer reviewedDelcros, Victor R.; Burns, Susan – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1993
Examined the effects of instruction in bridging and problem-solving strategy, 2 specific components of mediational instruction, on behaviors of 10- and 11-year-old children during LOGO programing tasks. Describes two case studies demonstrating typical differences between children's performances under the different learning conditions. Supports the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Individual Differences
Peer reviewedNastasi, Bonnie K.; Clements, Douglas H. – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1993
Reviews three studies on the effects of elementary school students' collaboration within the educational computer environments of LOGO, computer-assisted instruction, and computer-based instruction. Concludes that cooperative participation within LOGO fosters effectance motivation, information exchange, and conflict resolution that reflects…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Conflict Resolution, Context Effect
Peer reviewedLai, Kwok-Wing – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1993
Thirteen 8- to 10-year-old students participated in a Lego-LOGO learning environment, coupling Lego building-block activities with Logo computer programming, to evaluate whether this learning environment was conducive to metacognitive awareness and cooperation. Results suggested positive cognitive and affective outcomes, especially for the younger…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Cooperative Learning
Peer reviewedAllen, Jean; And Others – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1993
Sixteen at-risk minority children in a preschool program were tested to assess their performance in programming with LOGO Plus software. When programming concepts and the command structure were presented at developmentally appropriate levels, the subjects performed as well as other samples of preschoolers. The minority children did not exhibit any…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Competence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Peer reviewedClements, Douglas H.; Meredith, Julie S. – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1993
Reviews research involving the LOGO computer programming language and its effect on children's achievement in mathematics, language arts, and problem solving, as well as social-emotional development. Identifies some of the unique characteristics of LOGO that may contribute to student learning. (MDM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Early Childhood Education, Educational Research
Peer reviewedOughton, John M. – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1995
Presents a curriculum unit designed for average sixth-grade students intended to engage them in problem-solving experiences and to teach them problem-solving strategies. The curriculum consists of 20 sessions in which students engage in various activities using the following software packages: The Adventures of Jasper Woodbury, Rescue at Boone's…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development
