Abstract

Describes a study that examined the effects of various computer reinforcement responses, including graphics and/or sound, on students' attentiveness to the program. Implications for educational software design are discussed. (CLB)

Citation

Jaeger, M. (1988). Zaps, Booms and Whistles in Educational Software. Computing Teacher, 15(6), 20-22. Retrieved February 4, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/170313/.

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Keywords

• Attention
• Computer Assisted Instruction
• Courseware
• Habituation
• Microcomputers
• Novelty (Stimulus Dimension)
• Reinforcement
• secondary education
• Sensory Experience
• student motivation