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50 Years of ERIC
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Learning with Interactive Graphical Representations.
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Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1999
The seven articles of this theme issue deal with the use of computer-based interactive graphical representations. Studying their use will bring answers to users of static graphics in traditional paper-based media and those who plan instruction using graphical representations that allow semantically direct manipulation. (SLD)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Interaction, Online Systems
Cooperation and Social Context in Adult-Child Interaction.
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Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1996
The nine articles of this theme issue explore interaction between children and adults, a theme of increasing importance in educational psychology. Also explored are ways in which context contributes to the sense the adult-child dyad makes of the situation and factors that influence cooperation between the participants. (SLD)
Descriptors: Adults, Children, Context Effect, Cooperation
Learning and Instruction.
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Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1994
Articles in this companion volume to the "International Journal of Educational Research" discuss evaluation of computerized mathematics instruction for mentally retarded children; conceptions of science learning and instruction by academics; effects of language arts tasks on motivation and learning; and effects of study strategies on learning.…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Learning and Instruction.
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Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1994
This issue contains articles on mathematical modeling of school arithmetic word problems; cognitive load theory; cognitive effects of practical experience for high and low achievers; perspectives of college-bound students on learning mathematics; and training-based assessment of school achievement. (SLD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Processes, College Bound Students, Educational Assessment
Conceptual Change in the Physical Sciences.
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Vosniadou, Stella, Ed.; Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1994
The seven articles of this theme issue bring together recent theoretical work in investigating the kind of conceptual change that occurs in the learning of the physical sciences. How conceptual change occurs and the implications for science instruction are considered. (SLD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Concept Formation, Educational Theories
Learning and Instruction (Journal Title).
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Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1994
The four articles in this journal present a case study of reflection and communication in learning mathematics; an examination of elaborative interrogation; a study of effects of learning style, study tasks, and instruction; and an assessment of argumentative skills among Finnish university students. (SLD)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cognitive Style, College Students, Communication (Thought Transfer)