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Effects of Prior Knowledge in Mathematics on Learner-Interface Interactions in a Learning-by-Teaching Intelligent Tutoring System
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Bringula, Rex P.; Basa, Roselle S.; Dela Cruz, Cecilio; Rodrigo, Ma. Mercedes T. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2016
This study attempted to determine the influence of prior knowledge in mathematics of students on learner-interface interactions in a learning-by-teaching intelligent tutoring system. One hundred thirty-nine high school students answered a pretest (i.e., the prior knowledge in mathematics) and a posttest. In between the pretest and posttest, they…
Descriptors: Mathematics, Tutoring, Mathematics Instruction, Foreign Countries
Embedded Formative E-Assessment: Who Benefits, Who Falters
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Johnson-Glenberg, Mina C. – Educational Media International, 2010
This research examined the impact of formative quizzes on e-learning designed to teach volunteers how to tutor struggling readers. Three research questions were addressed: (1) Do embedded quizzes facilitate learning of e-content? (2) Does the announcement of upcoming quizzes affect learning? (3) Does prior knowledge interact with quizzing and…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Prior Learning, Testing, Adult Learning
On Being an Online Tutor.
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Barker, Philip – Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 2002
Introduces and discusses a model of teaching and learning that can be used as a basis for building new types of educational infrastructure based upon the use of Web-based resources, peer group interaction and online tutoring. Discusses the special role that e-tutoring plays within online courses and outlines some of the implications of this…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Distance Education, Educational Resources
An Apple a Day and at Night: A Distance Tutoring Program for At-Risk Students.
Ross, Steven M.; And Others – Educational Technology, 1989
Describes a program of distance tutoring developed by Apple Computer, Inc., Memphis City Schools, and Memphis State University for at-risk minority students. The electronic bulletin board system (BBS) used is described; types of distance learning systems are explained; and research outcomes are discussed, including tutor roles and writing skills.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Electronic Mail, Elementary Secondary Education
Technology Transfer of a Reading Skill Improvement Program for the National Commission on Libraries and Information Science (NCLIS). Technology Transfer Report.
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Duffy, Thomas M.; And Others – 1985
A program referred to as Language Skills Computer Assisted Instruction (LaSCAI) was chosen to assist volunteer tutors in improving the reading skills of adults. The program was demonstrated at two libraries--one rural and one urban--and an evaluation was completed to determine its applicability in enhancing the on-going tutoring programs at these…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Reading Programs, Computer Assisted Instruction, Interviews
To Increase the Number of Participants Utilizing the Homework Assistance Program in a Youth Center Setting through Tutoring, a Conducive Learning Environment, and Computer Instruction.
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Hall, Annette Frances – 1993
This practicum was designed to develop an effective homework-assistance program in an after school and evening youth center. Before the program was introduced, a facility was available, but few students attended. The author reorganized and restructured the facility and its services to attract participants, motivate them to complete their homework,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education