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Laboratory, Computer Program Audio-Visual Or Lecture Methods, Karin A. Ostrand
Laboratory, Computer Program Audio-Visual Or Lecture Methods, Karin A. Ostrand
Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science
A comparison is made of the relative learning effectiveness under several instructional methods: a laboratory approach, computer-programmed instruction, and audio-visual teaching, with the traditional lecture method as a control. No significant differences have been recorded relative to the different methods or sex of the students. Some indication of preference among the laboratory and computer groups for those activities is noted, but not sufficiently strong to be considered educationally significant.
Interactive Statistical Computing For Undergraduate Liberal Arts Education, Becky Lindquist, William L. Carlson, Ralph Bjork
Interactive Statistical Computing For Undergraduate Liberal Arts Education, Becky Lindquist, William L. Carlson, Ralph Bjork
Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science
St. Olaf College at Northfield, Minnesota, has an Interactive Statistical Analysis System for classroom research usage. SODAS (St. Olaf Data Analysis System) operates on a Minicomputer Time Sharing System (DEC PDP / 1140 has 15 terminals, 64K of core, and 3 disks). SODAS is used extensively by students for study of statistics, course projects, and research. In addition, it is used for faculty research . This system has increased student interest by involving them in realistic problems. In addition, student sophistication in problem solving has increased. The paper discusses the system design, the philosophy of interactive computing, and the pedagogical …