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Henderson, Ronald W.; Landesman, Edward M. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1989
Reports on the design considerations involved in the development of a series of interactive videodisc modules in pre-calculus mathematics. Topics discussed include math deficiencies and anxieties at the college level; videodisc and microcomputer technology; instructional design; learning theories; and the results of two field tests in secondary…
Descriptors: Calculus, Field Tests, Higher Education, Instructional Design
Pollard, Jim, Ed.; Barnhart, Dick, Ed. – 1988
This paper provides 18 lesson plans that use educational technology for instruction in the visual and performing arts in secondary schools; these lesson plans were developed as part of a workshop held in the State of Washington in May 1988. The lesson plans were developed to follow the format of State of Washington Superintendent of Public…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Guidelines, Learning Activities, Learning Processes
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Dugdale, Sharon – Journal of Mathematical Behavior, 1990
The third in a series of 3 articles, a study of 30 students was conducted to test the effect of restructuring a unit on trigonometric identities around microcomputer activities based on the themes of educational undercurrents identified in Part II. Experimental-group students scored significantly higher relating trigonometric functions to their…
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Discovery Learning
Anderson-Inman, Lynne – Computing Teacher, 1989
Describes the use of hypertext to enhance the study process by linking related information together. Types of links used in hypertext documents are explained, exploratory hypertext systems are discussed, principles of effective studying are reviewed, and three specific hypertext systems are described as examples of how to enhance student learning.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Information Utilization, Instructional Innovation
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Goldenberg, Tzvika Y.; Turnure, James E. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1989
Discussion of short-term and long-term memory in learning paired associates focuses on two microcomputer-based instructional design experiments with eleventh and twelfth graders that were modeled after traditional drill and practice routines. Research questions are presented, treatment conditions are explained, and additional research is…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Drills (Practice), Hypothesis Testing
Oklahoma State Dept. of Vocational and Technical Education, Stillwater. Curriculum and Instructional Materials Center. – 1991
The Learning Activity Packets (LAPs) contained in this manual are designed to assist the beginning user in understanding DOS (Disk Operating System). LAPs will not work with any version below DOS Version 3.0 and do not address the enhanced features of versions 4.0 or higher. These elementary activities cover only the DOS commands necessary to…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer System Design, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
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Kimberling, Clark – Mathematics Teacher, 1983
Suggestions are given for having students write or modify computer programs for listing prime positive integers and continued fractions, to help them discover mathematical concepts. Sample programs are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Discovery Learning
Mihalko, Katherine and Others – Book Report, 1986
Twelve articles provide practical information for high school librarians computerizing their libraries, including suggestions for purchasing software and hardware, planning and managing a computer laboratory, and using computers for student instruction and for library procedures. A suggested basic software collection for the secondary library…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Computer Software, Equipment Maintenance, Guidelines
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Hirsch, Christian R., Ed.; And Others – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Activities to extend the core curriculum through the study of the periodicity of rational numbers to help students develop calculator and research skills are presented. Four worksheets are included, to be used as discovery activities. A computer program is listed, as well as examples of periodic pictures. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Software, Discovery Learning, Instructional Materials
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Hong, Jon-Chao; And Others – Scientia Paedagogica Experimentalis, 1995
This study examined relationships between learning style and computer-assisted discovery learning. Secondary students used computer-assisted instruction (CAI) to learn biology under three discovery learning circumstances. The main factor affecting the effectiveness of learning was students' initial acquisition of biology. Learning style and type…
Descriptors: Biology, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Discovery Learning
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Bennett, Randy Elliot – Journal of Reading, Writing, and Learning Disabilities International, 1985
The potential uses of telecomputing in the education of learning disabled secondary students are described, including electronic mail, interactive one-to-one discussions, and database searches. Related staff and administrative concerns are discussed. (JW)
Descriptors: Learning Disabilities, Microcomputers, Online Systems, Secondary Education
Salisbury, David F.; Klein, James D. – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1988
Discussion of the use of computer drills in education focuses on a study designed to compare the effect of a progressive state drill with the effect of having high school students implement their own strategies using flashcards. The use of sequential analysis is explained, and student attitudes are examined. (26 references) (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Drills (Practice)
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Horton, Steven V.; And Others – British Journal of Educational Technology, 1990
Describes study that investigated the effectiveness of a computer-based study guide using hypertext software to increase textbook comprehension among four learning-disabled students in a remedial high school social studies class. Four levels of instructional cues are described that matched students to their highest level of independent interaction…
Descriptors: Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Hypermedia
Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Presents activities and program listings to print ASCII characters, examine the "IF" command (Pascal), change colors of a word on the screen (Atari), and to create a drawing tool for making designs (Logo). Also presents an activity on dummy sorting. (JN)
Descriptors: Classification, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Learning Activities
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Kemp, Jean A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
States the objectives and implementation procedures for this teacher-directed or individualized learning discovery unit. Describes the value of the program and additional activities that can be included. Shows a copy of the program. (RT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Uses in Education, Decision Making, Discovery Learning
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