Effects of Computer Programming on Cognitive Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis.

Liao, Yuen-Kuang Cliff; Bright, George W.

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ERIC Number: EJ433220

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Effects of Computer Programming on Cognitive Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis.

Liao, Yuen-Kuang Cliff; Bright, George W.

Journal of Educational Computing Research, v7 n3 p251-68 1991

Describes results of a meta-analysis that was performed to synthesize existing research on the effects of computer programing on cognitive outcomes. Effect size is used to evaluate studies that used experimental and control groups to assess the relationship between computer programing and cognitive skills, and outcome measures are discussed. (79 references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Analysis of Variance, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Effect Size, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Intermode Differences, Measures (Individuals), Meta Analysis, Programing, Tables (Data), Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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