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Schackenberg, Heidi L.; Sullivan, Howard J. – 1997
The idea of learner control over instruction has enjoyed increasing popularity as a result of the growth of computer-assisted instruction in the schools. Some research results indicate that individuals learn more when given control over their instruction; other research indicates that individuals learn less effectively. This study investigates the…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Higher Education

Schnackenberg, Heidi L.; Sullivan, Howard J.; Leader, Lars F.; Jones, Elizabeth E. K. – Educational Technology Research and Development, 1998
Examines the effects of program mode (i.e., a lean program version containing a basic amount of learner practice versus a full mode containing expanded practice) and learner preference (matched or unmatched) for amount of practice on the achievement, time-in-program, and attitudes of university undergraduate students. Students preferred the lean…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Development