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Distance Education Research: A Review of the Literature
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Simonson, Michael; Schlosser, Charles; Orellana, Anymir – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 2011
Distance education is defined, the various approaches for effective research are summarized, and the results of major research reviews of the field are explained in this article. Additionally, two major areas of research are included--research on barriers to the adoption of distance education and research summaries that explain and support best…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Literature Reviews, Definitions, Research Methodology
Design Factors for Educationally Effective Animations and Simulations
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Plass, Jan L.; Homer, Bruce D.; Hayward, Elizabeth O. – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 2009
This paper reviews research on learning from dynamic visual representations and offers principles for the design of animations and simulations that assure their educational effectiveness. In addition to established principles, new and revised design principle are presented that have been derived from recent research. Our review focuses on the…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Effectiveness, Instructional Design
The Effect of Writing Process Software on Student Success: A Research Summary.
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Wresch, William – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1993
Recent studies at four colleges and universities (West Virginia University; University of Cincinnati, Ohio; Johnson County Community College, Kansas; University of Texas, El Paso) indicate that comprehensive writing tools software can improve both student writing performance and pass rates for disadvantaged students. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Educationally Disadvantaged
The Impact of Computers on Learning: Research on In-School and Out-of-School Settings.
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Krendl, Kathy A.; Clark, Ginger – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1994
Literature on the influence of computers on learning in formal classroom and informal out-of-school contexts is reviewed, and the primary policy considerations in diffusion of computer-based educational technology are examined. The article suggests that the boundaries between formal and informal learning environments can be overcome with…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education
Recent Empirical Studies of the Pedagogical Effects of Interactive Video Instruction in "Soft Skill" Areas.
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Cronin, Michael W.; Cronin, Karen A. – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1992
Recent empirical research has identified significant advantages for interactive video instruction over traditional teaching methods in "soft skill" (humanities and social sciences) areas, including cognitive achievement, transfer of learning to performance, learning motivation, student achievement across uncontrolled student characteristics, user…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Development, Computer Assisted Instruction
Evaluation of Computer-Based Learning in Higher Education.
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Wills, Sandra; McNaught, Carmel – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1996
Discussion of evaluation of computer-based learning (CBL) looks at six different approaches: use of quantitative data for assessment; student and staff attitudes and perceptions of computer use for learning; formative evaluation for CBL design; effectiveness of CBL in comparison to conventional instruction; evidence of whether CBL enables students…
Descriptors: College Instruction, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation