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50 Years of ERIC
50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Jackson, A.; Kutnick, P.; Kington, A. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2001
Reports on an analysis of behavior and talk for individuals and single sex pairs using a computer-based drill and practice activity to explain differences in performance among first graders. Results indicated that individuals were more likely to be task-focused and to complete tasks successfully than children working in pairs. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Drills (Practice), Elementary Education
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Jackson, A.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1986
Presents results from an exhaustive survey of Hertfordshire (England) primary schools which provides detailed information on microcomputer provision, classroom use, and headteachers' and teachers' aims and attitudes. An analysis of factors that influence microcomputer use is included. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Computer Software, Educational Change, Educational Objectives
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Mellar, Harvey; Jackson, A. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1992
Describes a survey of teachers enrolling in postgraduate courses in Great Britain that was conducted to determine prior information technology experience and what the students perceived as information technology training needs. Highlights include differences between primary and secondary teachers, gender issues, age, and computer ownership. (16…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Comparative Analysis, Educational Technology, Elementary School Teachers