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Effects of a Computer-Augmented Learning Environment on Math Achievement for Students with Differing Cognitive Style
S Kim MacGregor
Journal of Educational Computing Research Vol. 4, No. 4 (1988) pp. 453–65
Discussion of computer-assisted instruction and cognitive style focuses on a study of college students that investigated the relationship of student success in algebra and field independence-dependence. Topics discussed include the effectiveness of...
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The Computer Paint Program: A Palette for Facilitating Visual and Verbal Literacy
S Kim MacGregor
Computers in the Schools Vol. 19, No. 1 (2002) pp. 163–78
Describes a study of first- and fourth-grade students that explored the relationship between the use of a computer paint program to create visual images and the subsequent verbal expression of these illustrations. Discusses results that compared the ...
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Use of Self-Questioning with a Computer-Mediated Text System and Measures of Reading Performance
S Kim MacGregor
Journal of Reading Behavior Vol. 20, No. 2 (1988) pp. 131–48
Reports a study in which a computerized-text system (CTS) was developed to facilitate students' question-asking during reading. Results suggest that third grade students' use of a CTS to read text and ask questions results in gains in reading...
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Mathematics Instruction and Learning to Program: Does Language Make a Difference?
S Kim MacGregor
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching Vol. 8, No. 2 (1989) pp. 34–40
Investigated was the effect of programing-augmented mathematics classes on the math achievement, problem solving abilities, and attitudes of students with different cognitive styles. Reports BASIC programing groups demonstrated higher mathematics...
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The Structured Walk-Through
S Kim MacGregor
Computing Teacher Vol. 15, No. 9 (1988) pp. 7–10
Describes a study which compared the instructional effectiveness of a team-based, peer-review approach to teaching programing skills to secondary school students, with that of a traditional approach. The discussion covers students' attitudes and...
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Learning with Internet Resources: Task Structure and Group Collaboration
Yiping Lou; S. Kim MacGregor
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2001 (2001) pp. 1697–1698
The purpose of this project was to study how task structure and group collaboration may influence the way children learn with Internet resources. A group of 27 elementary school children and two classes of pre-service teachers participated in this ...
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Web-Based Learning: How Task Scaffolding and Web Site Design Support Knowledge Acquisition
S Kim MacGregor; Yiping Lou
Journal of Research on Technology in Education Vol. 37, No. 2 (2005) pp. 161–175
Using WebQuests for inquiry-based learning represents a higher-order use of technology requiring students to exercise information seeking, analyzing, and synthesizing strategies. This research was designed to obtain a better understanding of how to...
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Extending Content-Focused Professional Development through Online Communities of Practice
Cynthia B. Vavasseur; S Kim MacGregor
Journal of Research on Technology in Education Vol. 40, No. 4 (2008) pp. 517–536
This mixed method case study provides insights about how the professional development of middle school teachers is facilitated through their participation in content-focused online communities of practice. A key finding from this research reveals...
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Online Project-Based Learning: How Collaborative Strategies and Problem Solving Processes Impact Performance
W. Randall Thomas; S. Kim MacGregor
Journal of Interactive Learning Research Vol. 16, No. 1 (January 2005) pp. 83–107
The goal of this study was to gain insights into the interactions that occur in online communications in a project-based learning activity implemented in an undergraduate course. A multi-case study was conducted of six collaborative groups, focusing ...
Topics: collaborative learning, Cognition, problem solving, computer mediated communication, problem based learning, Teaching Methods, Computer-supported collaborative learning
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A Computer-Mediated Text System to Develop Communication Skills for Hearing-Impaired Students
S Kim MacGregor; Linda B. Thomas
American Annals of the Deaf Vol. 133, No. 4 (1988) pp. 280–84
This study investigated the effects of manipulating design features of a computer-mediated text system, using 45 hearing-impaired subjects in grades four-six. A system design using motivational activities facilitated vocabulary knowledge and writing ...