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Research, Writing, And Computer Technology: A Reconsideration Of Invention And Process, Donna Price Seckrater
Research, Writing, And Computer Technology: A Reconsideration Of Invention And Process, Donna Price Seckrater
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis argues for a more open and active research process and approach toward the teaching of researched writing. A hypertext-based research environment may enrich student learning and writing by reinforcing recursivity throughout the writing process, at the same time as it encourages reflection on both cognitive and social processes of knowledge construction. Further argument is for a more vigorous student engagement in knowledge-making activities by encouraging active research further along the writing process.
Adult Learning Outcomes Based On Course Delivery Methodology, Timothy Edward Jenkins
Adult Learning Outcomes Based On Course Delivery Methodology, Timothy Edward Jenkins
Theses Digitization Project
This study compared student satisfaction and academic performance in online and face-to-face classes. 105 ITT Technical Institute students who were simultaneously enrolled in one online course and two on-campus courses were surveyed and interviewed. Factors examined included student to instructor communication, student to student interaction, content selection for online courses and course management for online courses. Sixty-four percent of the students did not pass their online courses and expressed dissatisfaction with the learning process. Course components and processes that could be improved were identified.
Enhancing Foreign Language Learning Through The Integration Of Computer Technology, Suzanne Florence Marsolais-Johnson
Enhancing Foreign Language Learning Through The Integration Of Computer Technology, Suzanne Florence Marsolais-Johnson
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis demonstrates the effectiveness of using computer technology and the Internet to enhance classroom teaching. A variety of computer and internet based projects that complement lessons initiated by the classroom teacher provide real life situations for additional practice, reinforcement, motivation and greater student achievement.
Development Of A Website To Improve Communication And Learning, Rebecca Sue Bonheim
Development Of A Website To Improve Communication And Learning, Rebecca Sue Bonheim
Theses Digitization Project
This project was developed to address the complex issue of disseminating information to high school students via the World Wide Web. Topics include: the need for greater communication among instructors, students and parents, the need to utilize instructional design techniques, the backwards design process in the development of web based projects; and the need to integrate internet technology for promoting instruction and learning.
Enhancing Classroom Communication Via Classroom Websites, Vanessa Marie Hetzendorfer
Enhancing Classroom Communication Via Classroom Websites, Vanessa Marie Hetzendorfer
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the project was to develop a webpage for each teacher at Deer Canyon Elementary School which is in Alta Loma, California. The webpages were designed to give teachers the tools to add information to their own webpages to enhance their communication with students and students' parents.
Online Storybook As A Facilitator For English As A Second Language Learning, Pei-Chen Tsai
Online Storybook As A Facilitator For English As A Second Language Learning, Pei-Chen Tsai
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to develop an online storybook as an ESL (English as a second language) or EFL (English as a Foreign language) learning facilitator for beginning english learners.
Effectively Incorporating Web Tools Into The Community College Composition Curriculum, Michael James Shefchik
Effectively Incorporating Web Tools Into The Community College Composition Curriculum, Michael James Shefchik
Theses Digitization Project
This project shows how web tools can be effectively integrated into the community college composition curriculum through staff development. It shows the need for adaptation of materials designed for K-12 education to the community college level and the development of grade-appropriate materials using web resources. The need for authentic assessment is explored and the means to prove it were supplied. Examples of web tools, sites for developing web tools and resources for accessing and applying authentic assessment tools were given.