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Ediger, Marlow – 1988
Dealing with student motivation in the reading curriculum, this paper begins by discussing why motivation is important. Next it explores reasons for lack of motivation and ways to remedy the problem, including teacher enthusiasm; appropriate reading materials; variety in teaching methods; balance among cognitive, affective, and psychomotor…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Motivation
Ediger, Marlow – 1997
The reading teacher needs to determine what each pupil needs to be a successful reader. In collaborative reading, the teacher guides the pupil to read, cooperatively, content that is stimulating yet predictable, consisting of rhymes, refrains, and poems. Most children like to read orally and reading together with others hurdles difficulties in…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cooperation, Elementary Education, Learning Activities
Ediger, Marlow – 1996
Technology is used in all facets of society, and elementary schools should not lag behind in preparing the elementary school pupil of today for tomorrow's technology-infused workplace. Technology should capture student interests and learning activities should be fascinating and should engage student interaction. Technology may also assist learners…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Philosophy