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Bradford, James H.; Cote-Laurence, Paulette – Computers and the Humanities, 1995
Describes an experimental computer program that attempts to simulate a choreographers' knowledge and expertise. The user expresses a set of rules that describe some of the dynamic aspects of a dance. These rules are applied nondeterministically by a "rule driver" program. The rule driver embodies a heuristic algorithm. (MJP)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
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Levine, Tamar; And Others – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1996
This study explored six dimensions of classroom environment in high school writing classes that used different instructional strategies (communicative instruction within a technological environment and traditional instruction). Surveys of student perceptions indicated that each dimension contributed unique information regarding differences, or…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction
Deloughry, Thomas – Chronicle of Higher Education, 1996
The seventh annual campus computing survey found the adoption rate of high-technology tools for college instruction has slowed. Although technology centers serving faculty are common, most institutions have few formal rewards for faculty use of technology. Data are presented on trends in proportions of courses using technology for various purposes…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, College Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
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Haworth, Ian S.; And Others – American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 1997
Describes the use of three case studies, on computer, to enhance problem solving and critical thinking among doctoral pharmacy students in a physical chemistry course. Students are expected to use specific computer programs, spreadsheets, electronic mail, molecular graphics, word processing, online literature searching, and other computer-based…
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Case Studies, Chemistry, Classroom Techniques
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Rogan, John M. – Journal of Computing in Teacher Education, 1997
Reports a study of "Reach for the Sky," a telecommunications project offering rural teachers access to the Internet and online courses. Teachers received Internet training, then became mentors for other teachers enrolled in online courses. Interviews and analysis of e-mail messages highlighted lessons learned about mentoring and online…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Continuing Education, Distance Education
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Sweeney, Jo Ann Cutler; Garrett, Alan W. – Social Studies, 1990
Summarizes reviews of research reports on classroom practice in the "Handbook of Research on Social Studies Teaching and Learning." Examines textbooks, instructional grouping, teaching methods, and computer-assisted instruction (especially games and simulations), and civic education through student participation in community programs.…
Descriptors: Class Organization, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Community Programs
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Knupfer, Nancy Nelson – School Science and Mathematics, 1993
Sixth-grade students (n=53) were paired homogeneously and heterogeneously by ability to determine the effect of LOGO on the transfer of knowledge in geometry. Low-ability students benefited from heterogeneous grouping, whereas the impact on average- and high-ability students was not clear. (Contains 21 references.) (MDH)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Analysis of Variance, Cognitive Processes
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Wolfe, Christopher R. – Teaching of Psychology, 1995
Describes techniques for creating collaborative student-constructed hypertexts. Maintains that student goals include courseware development, promotion of critical thinking skills, and facilitating student-directed learning. Reports that students' reactions to the assignments were overwhelmingly positive. (CFR)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology
Allen, Alma A.; Mountain, Lee – Computing Teacher, 1992
Describes a study that provided innercity fourth grade African-American students in Texas with hardware to participate in a telecommunications network to determine whether participation would increase their scores on statewide fifth grade math tests. Time online, content of programs, connections between math and language arts, and student…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Black Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks
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Alper, Sandra; Ryndak, Diane Lea – Elementary School Journal, 1992
Discusses the growing legal, philosophical, and empirical support for allowing students with severe handicaps to attend regular classes with peers of the same age. Presents advantages of integration for students with and without handicaps. Resources for bringing about integration are described. (GLR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Quality, Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education
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Schwarz, Baruch; Dreyfus, Tommy – Interactive Learning Environments, 1993
Describes a study which measured how ninth-grade students integrated information about mathematical concepts when working with Triple Representation Model software. Tables, graphs, and algebraic functions were linked, allowing students to manipulate several representations of the same concept. Examples of mathematical problems and student case…
Descriptors: Algebra, Authoring Aids (Programming), Case Studies, Cognitive Processes
Duguet, Pierre – Prospects, 1990
Reviews developments associated with the use of educational technology in several countries. Identifies two approaches: countries that emphasize computer literacy and others that focus on how technology can improve teaching and learning. Advocates international cooperation, realizing computers' growing impact on education and the need to reduce…
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs
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Gabel, Dorothy L.; Boone, William J. – Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 1993
Describes the Quality Elementary Science Teaching (QUEST) program developed at Indiana University to improve the quality of science education by preparing prospective elementary school teachers more effectively. Highlights include uses of technology in science and education courses and results of surveys that measured students' computer attitudes…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Attitudes, Course Content
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Oliver, Ron; Omari, Arshad; Herrington, Jan – International Journal of Instructional Media, 1998
Describes a study which investigated the impact of implementation strategies on learner behavior and engagement in a university classroom-based World Wide Web learning activity. In particular it examined the influence of a collaborative activity on learner behavior and the role played by a printed guide designed to focus and direct learners'…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning
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Campbell, Katy; Ben-Zvi, Ehud – Internet and Higher Education, 1998
Describes redesign and evaluation of a full-year, introductory undergraduate course in world religions, from a traditional lecture-based model to a Web-based format, motivated by the highly personal and valuative nature of the course content, large class size, and lack of personal interaction. Two pedagogical approaches, caring regard and…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication
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