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Jaffe, Joshua Benjamin; Bolger, Donald Joseph – Educational Psychology Review, 2023
Arithmetic word problems are a staple in mathematical curricula yet give individuals of all ages difficulty. Successful word problem solving requires translating the problem into a symbolic arithmetic format. However, the linguistic component may make problem solving more complex and increase cognitive load, specifically the processes that…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Arithmetic, Word Problems (Mathematics), Problem Solving
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Uju I. Nnubia; Franca O. Okechukwu; Philip C. Mefoh; Chidiogo L. Umennuihe; Ezinne J. Nwauzoije; Kalu T. U. Ogba; Ezeda K. Ogbonnaya; Chinenye J. Aliche; Chibundo A. Nwobi; Clara C. Onyekachi; Dorathy N. Okoli; Chioma J. Nnorodi; Esther C. Epistle; Stephen M. Abang; Chidera V. Obi – Journal of Education, 2024
This study determines the effectiveness of a non-digital picture concept programme to treat cognitive deficits in pupils with dyslexia. Using a sample of 38 primary two pupils (aged 7-9 years) in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, a Picture Concept Activity and the traditional method of repetitive passage drill were administered for eight weeks and results…
Descriptors: Visual Aids, Learning Activities, Cognitive Ability, Skill Development
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Kyttälä, Minna; Kanerva, Kaisa; Munter, Irene; Björn, Piia M. – Educational Psychology, 2019
This study aimed to investigate the extent to which WM measured in kindergarten predicts WM measured in second grade (stability of individual WM progress) and the extent to which WM measured at kindergarten predicts academic performance at second grade (N = 94). The results showed that WM skills significantly increase during the time span from…
Descriptors: Short Term Memory, Kindergarten, Grade 2, Predictor Variables
Schwieter, John W., Ed.; Benati, Alessandro, Ed. – Cambridge University Press, 2019
Providing a comprehensive survey of cutting-edge work on second language learning, this "Handbook," written by a team of leading experts, surveys the nature of second language learning and its implications for teaching. Prominent theories and methods from linguistics, psycholinguistics, processing-based, and cognitive approaches are…
Descriptors: Language Acquisition, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Educational Theories
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Skiada, Roxani; Soroniati, Eva; Gardeli, Anna; Zissis, Dimitrios – Themes in Science and Technology Education, 2014
Dyslexia is one of the most common learning difficulties affecting approximately 15 to 20 per cent of the world's population. A large amount of research is currently being conducted in exploring the potential benefits of using Information & Communication Technologies as a learning platform for individuals and especially children with such…
Descriptors: Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Children, Computer Oriented Programs
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Connor, Carol M.; Alberto, Paul A.; Compton, Donald L.; O'Connor, Rollanda E. – National Center for Special Education Research, 2014
Reading difficulties and disabilities present serious and potentially lifelong challenges. Children who do not read well are more likely to be retained a grade in school, drop out of high school, become a teen parent, or enter the juvenile justice system. Building on the extant research and seminal studies, including the National Reading Panel and…
Descriptors: Reading Difficulties, Learning Disabilities, Reading Skills, At Risk Students
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Sampson, Demetrios G., Ed.; Ifenthaler, Dirk, Ed.; Isaías, Pedro, Ed. – International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2018
The aim of the 2018 International Association for Development of the Information Society (IADIS) Cognition and Exploratory Learning in the Digital Age (CELDA) conference was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There have been advances in both cognitive…
Descriptors: Learning Processes, Teaching Methods, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education