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Download full textCramer, Stephen E. – 1984
In early computer assisted instruction (CAI), negative feedback often insulted students and/or provided no useful knowledge. In classroom settings, teachers use the following approaches in dealing with students' wrong answers: (1) ask the question again, louder and slower; (2) ask the question again, using different words; (3) back up and reteach…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Design Requirements, Error Patterns
Peer reviewedGable, Robert A.; And Others – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1991
A nine-step model is presented for diagnosing and correcting computation errors in arithmetic. The model, which lends itself to curriculum-based assessment and instruction, involves such steps as identifying error patterns, interviewing the student, and selecting the appropriate corrective strategy. (JDD)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary Secondary Education, Error Correction, Error Patterns
Peer reviewedMorris, Susan – ELT Journal, 1983
It is argued that dictation is a neglected technique for second-language training. Students' error patterns at three levels are presented to show how the technique can be used effectively for both teaching and testing, and to develop integrative skills and accuracy in both listening and writing. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Error Patterns, Listening Comprehension Tests, Listening Skills
Enright, Brian E.; And Others – Diagnostique, 1988
Outlined are the weaknesses of traditional, norm-referenced tests which fail to help in making instructional decisions. Presented is a step-by-step series of operations for analyzing and categorizing arithmetic errors, for selecting corrective strategies, and for applying peer-referenced standards to judge the performance of special needs…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Diagnostic Teaching, Elementary Secondary Education, Error Patterns
Peer reviewedMaree, J. G. – B.C. Journal of Special Education, 1992
This article recommends a holistic approach to student problems in mathematics. Teachers need to be aware of all paradigms (e.g., developmental, behaviorist, psychoanalytic) explaining causes of problems in mathematics. Examples of misunderstandings resulting from insufficient knowledge, insufficient mathematical vocabulary, and overgeneralization…
Descriptors: Comprehension, Elementary Secondary Education, Error Patterns, Etiology
Stowitschek, Carole E.; And Others – 1989
This monograph provides an historical overview of handwriting assessment, followed by suggestions for informally assessing student handwriting errors and implementing improvement strategies. The monograph specifically addresses: (1) research on handwriting; (2) a rationale for remediation of handwriting errors; (3) techniques for evaluating…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Educational Diagnosis, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Brown, H. Douglas – 1991
Intended as a guide for learners of a second language, the book suggests creative, positive steps the individual learner can take to improve his chances of success. The first chapter looks at what is involved in learning a second language and suggests that the individual can take control of the learning process. The second and third chapters…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style, Course Selection (Students), Cultural Awareness
