Abstract

This article describes a computer game that supports the development of learners' social problem-solving skills. In a controlled three-group design, the group using the prototype game performed significantly better than an attention-placebo control and comparably to a therapist-directed group on measures of problem solving and engagement. However, no significant differences were found on social skills rating scales. (Contains references.) (DB)

Citation

Goldsworthy, R.C., Barab, S.A. & Goldsworthy, E.L. (2000). The STAR Project: Enhancing Adolescents' Social Understanding through Video-based, Multimedia Scenarios. Journal of Special Education Technology, 15(2), 13-26. Retrieved August 11, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/91630/.

Keywords

• Behavior Rating Scales
• Computer Assisted Instruction
• games
• Instructional Effectiveness
• Interpersonal Competence
• learning disabilities
• problem solving
• secondary education