Is CAI Cost-Effective?.

Levin, Henry M.; Meister, Gail

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ERIC Number: EJ345232

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Publication Date: 1986

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Is CAI Cost-Effective?

Levin, Henry M.; Meister, Gail

Phi Delta Kappan, v67 n10 p745-49 Jun 1986

Presents research comparing the cost-effectiveness of four educational interventions (computer-assisted instruction, cross-age tutoring, reduced class size, and longer school day) designed to raise elementary student achievement. Results show that computer-assisted instruction was less cost effective than peer tutoring. Includes three tables outlining the research results. (MD)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Class Size, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Evaluation, Extended School Day, Instructional Effectiveness, Tutoring

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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Note: For a related article, see EA 520 528 (this issue).