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Portraits of Middle School Students Constructing Evidence-Based Arguments during Problem-Based Learning: The Impact of Computer-Based Scaffolds
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Belland, Brian R. – Educational Technology Research and Development, 2010
A critical step in problem-based learning (PBL) units occurs when groups present their solution to the central problem. This is challenging for middle school students because it involves the creation of an evidence-based argument (Krajcik et al., "Journal of the Learning Sciences" 7:313-350, 1998). Using a mixed method design, this study…
Descriptors: Middle School Students, Persuasive Discourse, Problem Based Learning, Student Improvement
The Cumulative and Residual Impact of a Systemic Reform Program on Teacher Change and Student Learning of Science
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Johnson, Carla; Fargo, Jamison; Kahle, Jane Butler – School Science and Mathematics, 2010
This longitudinal, five-year study of teachers and students who had participated in a systemic reform program in science explored if (1) teacher change in practice realized during a three-year program is sustained one, two, and three years following the program, (2) student performance on state science assessments two years following studying with…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Educational Change, Longitudinal Studies, Achievement Gains
Secondary School Students' Conceptions of Assessment and Feedback
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Peterson, Elizabeth R.; Irving, S. Earl – Learning and Instruction, 2008
This study investigated secondary school students' conceptions of assessment and feedback. Five focus groups were conducted with 41 Year 9 and 10 students (equivalent to Grades 8 and 9 in other countries) from 4 diverse New Zealand schools. Students said that assessment was useful because it led to information and feedback. This information, in…
Descriptors: Focus Groups, Student Improvement, Teacher Improvement, Feedback (Response)
The Effect of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) on United Arab Emirates English as a Foreign Language (EFL) School Students' Achievement and Attitude
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Almekhlafi, Abdurrahman Ghaleb – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2006
This study investigated the effect of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) on elementary-prep school students' improvement in English as a foreign language (EFL). Eightythree students in Al-Tamayoz Elementary-prep School, United Arab Emirates, were selected and divided into experimental and control groups (43 and 40 participants…
Descriptors: Statistical Analysis, Experimental Groups, Control Groups, Arabs
ACS Focus: Student Affiliates.
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Chemical and Engineering News, 1988
Discusses the American Chemical Society's student affiliates program. Provides the purposes of the organization and benefits available. Notes 6000 students are members this year. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, College Science, Engineering
Breaking through the A Level Effect: A First-year Tutorial in Student Self-Reflection.
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Bryson, John R. – Journal of Geography in Higher Education, 1997
Identifies the A level as an advanced placement examination given to high school students in the United Kingdom. Discusses the dichotomy between the A level students' knowledge of geography (dependent upon rote memorization) and the requirements of university geography (critical thinking and application). Recommends the adoption of reflective…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Advanced Placement, College Freshmen, Critical Thinking