Using Prosthetic Motivational Statements to Facilitate Attitudes and Computer Usage of Beginning LOGO Teachers.

Vitale, Michael R.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1990

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Using Prosthetic Motivational Statements to Facilitate Attitudes and Computer Usage of Beginning LOGO Teachers.

Vitale, Michael R.; And Others

Journal of Educational Technology Systems, v18 n3 p245-50 1989-90

Describes study that was conducted to determine whether verbal motivational statements presented systematically during a LOGO training session for elementary teachers would influence their short- and long-term attitudes toward LOGO and subsequent LOGO usage. Treatments for the experimental and control groups are explained, and further research needs are suggested. (12 references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education, Elementary School Teachers, Inservice Teacher Education, Intermode Differences, Microcomputers, Motivation Techniques, Public Schools, Questionnaires, Research Needs, Teacher Attitudes

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Language: English

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