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Robbins, Russell W.; Butler, Brian S. – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2009
Like any infrastructure technology, Virtual World (VW) platforms provide affordances that facilitate some activities and hinder others. Although it is theoretically possible for a VW platform to support all types of activities, designers make choices that lead technologies to be more or less suited for different learning objectives. Virtual World…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Barriers, Educational Objectives, Teaching Methods
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Hohenwarter, Judith; Hohenwarter, Markus; Lavicza, Zsolt – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 2009
This paper describes a study aimed to identify most common impediments related to the introduction of an open-source mathematical software package GeoGebra. We report on the analysis of data collected during a three-week professional development programme organised for middle and high school teachers in Florida. The study identified challenges…
Descriptors: Inservice Teacher Education, Workshops, Teacher Attitudes, Use Studies
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Heck, Andre; Kedzierska, Ewa; Ellermeijer, Ton – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 2009
In this paper we report on the sustained research and development work at the AMSTEL Institute of the University of Amsterdam to improve mathematics and science education at primary and secondary school level, which has lead amongst other things to the development of the integrated computer working environment Coach 6. This environment consists of…
Descriptors: Research and Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Inquiry
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Janson, Annick; Janson, Robin – Innovate: Journal of Online Education, 2009
In this article, Annick Janson and Robin Janson introduce research from the Microsoft New Zealand's Partners in Learning Programme by documenting the impact of digital learning objects (DLOs) on educational practice. Janson and Janson describe the impact of DLOs on the teaching practice of a primary school in New Zealand, tracing the effects of…
Descriptors: Educational Practices, Foreign Countries, Instructional Leadership, Principals
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Papastergiou, Marina – Computers & Education, 2009
The aim of this study was to assess the learning effectiveness and motivational appeal of a computer game for learning computer memory concepts, which was designed according to the curricular objectives and the subject matter of the Greek high school Computer Science (CS) curriculum, as compared to a similar application, encompassing identical…
Descriptors: Questionnaires, Computer Science Education, Females, Program Effectiveness
Lara-Meloy,Teresa; Flores, Emilio; Jeffers, Laura; Llorente, Carlin; Weagle, Valerie; Burns, Melissa, Ed.; Davis-Kay, Jen, Ed. – Education Development Center, Inc., 2004
Educational software can be an effective way for teens to enhance their learning skills in out-of-school settings. Many software programs provide subject-specific content and tools to support conceptual learning and skills development. They allow for individual, self-paced learning experiences as well as collaborative projects. In addition,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, High School Students, Computer Software Evaluation, Instructional Materials
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Rigdon, Edward E. – Structural Equation Modeling, 1996
This revision of the structural equation modeling (SEM) package developed by J. L. Arbuckle is a commercial product that can compete with other SEM software. The revision contains new documentation, improvements in the way the program saves files, and new drawing tools. It is a substantial improvement over earlier versions. (SLD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Data Analysis, Structural Equation Models
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Taylor, Paul – Computers and Composition, 1992
Suggests that good software: constitutes a coherent text within a consistent theoretical framework; encourages users to take action; makes sense of complexity of information; has a consistent interface; allows connection to other programs; lets the user know what is going on; and is flexible from the teacher's and the student's points of view. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
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Fischer, Rick; Grusin, Elinor Kelley – Journalism Educator, 1993
Examines the effectiveness of grammar checking computer software in the journalism classroom. Finds that grammar checkers, in their current stage of development, may detract from learning rather than enhance it because of numerous errors in students' writing that went undetected. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Grammar, Higher Education, Journalism Education
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Larsen, Mark D. – Hispania, 1992
The updated HyperCard is reviewed, and instructions are given for "unmasking" the full program. It is concluded that the improvements are powerful and give the program the potential to be a useful tool for educators who need to customize or create their own applications. (six references) (LB)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education
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Furtaw, Clay; Dose, Claus D. – Tech Directions, 1993
"Power Tools--Design and Application" (Furtaw) looks at differences between professional and ordinary consumer tools. "Low Budget Laser Printing Solutions" (Dose) gives graphic arts instructors tips on purchasing equipment for high quality output. (SK)
Descriptors: Computer Printers, Computer Software Evaluation, Graphic Arts, Purchasing
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Bastiaens, Theo J. – International Journal of Training and Development, 1999
An electronic performance support system (EPSS) was tested by 14 instructional designers, compared with 12 controls working with traditional methods. The EPSS group produced a significantly better end product, but the control group scored significantly higher on a knowledge test. (SK)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Instructional Design, Job Analysis, Task Analysis
Doellefeld, Steven – College Planning & Management, 1999
Provides a step-by-step approach to test the Y2K readiness of computers. Gives advice on what actions to take if an organization's computer systems fail the test. (GR)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Educational Facilities, Higher Education, Microcomputers
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Bernaards, Coen A. – Structural Equation Modeling, 1999
SOLAS is a general-purpose program for univariate statistical analysis with the ability to perform multiple imputation (MI) for dealing with missing data. Several completed data sets can be obtained and analyzed separately, and results can be combined so that extra variability due to missing data is taken into account. (SLD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Structural Equation Models
Kursh, Steven – Training and Development, 1998
Provides reviews of four distance learning software products: (1) LearningSpace, (2) LearnLinc I-Net, (3) LOIS (Learning Organization Information System), and (4) Symposium. Includes a comparison of the features of each of them. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Computer Software Evaluation, Distance Education, Web Based Instruction
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