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Download full textSrinivasan, Sribhagyam; Han, Ningchun; Lewis, Daphne; Crooks, Steven M. – Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 2004
This study focuses on the effects of map display and modality on learning geographical maps in a computer-based environment. Participants were randomly assigned to four versions of a computer program created by crossing two levels of map display (hypertext vs. rollover) with two levels of modality (audio vs. audio and text). Results showed that…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Assisted Instruction, Maps, Geography
Direct linkRaento, Pauliina; Hottola, Petri – International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 2005
Behind this study are our (1) classroom observations suggesting a decline in the cartographic and general knowledge of Finnish geography students; (2) interest in developing the content and method of geographical education; and (3) belief that intellectual challenge is not incompatible with entertainment. A total of 257 university and high school…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Geography Instruction, Geography, Knowledge Level
