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Bright, George W. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Compares achievement effects and time-on-task generated for computer and non-computer versions of essentially the same game. Notes that students followed different rules for the same game and pace was faster for computer versions. Reports transfer of instruction may not be complete. (MVL)
Descriptors: Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games
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Mace, F. Charles; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1996
Two studies involving three adolescents with severe emotional disturbance/behavior disorders and learning difficulties examined effects of problem difficulty and reinforcer quality upon time allocated to two sets of arithmetic problems. Results have implications for understanding the effects of problem difficulty and reinforcer quality on behavior…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Arithmetic, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Patterns
Wiburg, Karin – Computing Teacher, 1995
Reviews current research regarding integrated learning systems (ILS) in elementary and secondary education. Topics discussed include instructional effectiveness; implementation strategies, including adequate time, teacher involvement, curriculum integration, and staff development; classroom social processes; and implications for teachers. (LRW)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
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Tankersley, Melody – Preventing School Failure, 1995
Research on a team game designed to reinforce positive target behaviors is reviewed. Classroom organization, reinforcement criteria, when and how long to play the game, and reinforcement for winning teams are discussed, as are two variants on the original game. The game is found to be highly effective in reducing talking and out-of-seat behavior.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Classroom Techniques
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Greenberg, Ellen – Journal of Creative Behavior, 1992
A simulation study with 96 students at 3 schools of fashion design demonstrated that more creative output was obtained from subjects who had more choice in selecting problems on which to work; took more time to perform the task; had more training; expressed positive feelings about their work; and attended the school with the best reputation. (DB)
Descriptors: Adults, Clothing Design, Creative Development, Creative Expression
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Prater, Mary Anne; And Others – Education and Treatment of Children, 1992
Results of this study, involving an adolescent with learning and behavior problems, indicated that self-monitoring can be successfully used in special education settings and then implemented with little effort in mainstream classes to improve on-task behavior and academic performance. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Generalization
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Altman, Reuben; Kanagawa, Linda – Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, 1994
Performance data on three children with moderate to severe developmental disabilities, observed in both inclusive integrated and self-contained segregated kindergarten settings, support the conclusion that individual child and setting characteristics transcend administrative model in determining engagement levels across social and academic…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Developmental Disabilities, Kindergarten, Mainstreaming
Binder, Carl – Educational Technology, 1993
Discusses fluency-based instruction based on Skinner's research on response rate measures and Precision Teaching. Topics addressed include learning outcomes associated with fluency; fluency and overlearning; implications for instructional design; examples of fluency-based education and training; and strategies for marketing fluency-based…
Descriptors: Behavioral Sciences, Instructional Design, Instructional Materials, Learning Processes
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Gamson, Zelda F. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1991
The Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education assert that good practice (1) encourages student-faculty contact; (2) encourages cooperation among students; (3) encourages active learning; (4) gives prompt feedback; (5) emphasizes time on task; (6) communicates high expectations; and (7) respects diverse talents and ways of…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Cooperation, Educational Strategies
Van Dusen, Lani M.; Worthen, Blaine R. – Educational Technology, 1992
Examines factors that affect the successful implementation of integrated learning systems (ILSs). Empirical studies of ILSs are discussed; implementation models are considered; and factors that facilitate or hinder implementation are described, including student time on the system, teacher involvement, integration with the classroom curriculum,…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Curriculum Development
Blickhan, Deborah S. – Educational Technology, 1992
Discusses the change in teachers' roles with integrated learning systems (ILSs) from the role of deliverer of instruction to manager of instruction. Topics addressed include scheduling; assigning lessons; motivating students; evaluation of task performance; the communication process; time equity; merging the ILS with the classroom curriculum; and…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Curriculum Development
Jonassen, David H.; Wang, Sherwood – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1993
Discussion of hypertext structures focuses on three studies of preservice teachers that assessed the effects of different methods of explicitly mapping expert knowledge structures onto hypertext on the acquisition of structural knowledge. Topics addressed include time on task, semantic networking, cognitive limitations of browsing behavior, and…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Correlation
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Arnald, Connie B.; And Others – Mathematics Teacher, 1993
Suggests methods of effective teaching that help the beginning teacher organize the classroom and develop relationships with other teachers and students. Suggestions include communicating with teachers, long-range lesson planning, information cards for students, and alphabetical seating charts. (MDH)
Descriptors: Beginning Teachers, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Collegiality
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Connell, Mitchell C.; And Others – Education and Treatment of Children, 1993
This study found that a procedure involving choral responding and self-assessment accompanied by contingent praise may be an effective tool for teaching in-class transition skills to preschoolers with developmental delays. Active engagement sharply increased, with collateral decreases in competing behavior and levels of teacher prompting of target…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Contingency Management, Maintenance, Mild Disabilities
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Finkelstein, Judith M.; And Others – Social Education, 1993
Reviews reports from several professional organizations on recommendations about education for participatory citizenship. Reports on a study of 3,000 teachers in grades 1-3 from 7 midwestern states on the characteristics of social studies programs. Recommends four approaches to foster developmental social studies instruction. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Course Content, Curriculum Development, Educational Strategies
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