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50 Years of ERIC
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The Effect of Classroom Activities on Locus-of-Control Orientation.
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Frank, Bernard M. – Journal of Classroom Interaction, 1980
A research study examined whether the locus of control orientation of high school and junior high school students could be modified through the incorporation of prescribed activities within the routine of the regular classroom. (JN)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Need, Attribution Theory, Class Activities
Teacher-Student Cognitive Style and Academic Achievement: A Review and Mini-Meta-Analysis.
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Garlinger, Delane K.; Frank, Bernard M. – Journal of Classroom Interaction, 1986
Results are presented of a meta-analysis of a review of studies on the effects on academic achievement associated with matching students and teachers on field dependent-independent cognitive styles. A slightly higher level of achievement by students was noted when cognitive styles were matched. (JD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, Field Dependence Independence, Teacher Student Relationship