The Case of the Unhappy Sports Fan: Embracing Student-Centered Learning and Promoting Upper-Level Cognitive Skills Through an Online Dispute Resolution Simulation.

• Authors : Ponte, Lucille M.¹

Subjects: *STUDENT-centered learning; *COLLABORATIVE learning; *DISPUTE resolution (Law)

• Source: Journal of Legal Studies Education. Sep2006, Vol. 23 Issue 2, p169-194. 26p.

• Abstract: The article addresses the need of recognizing and engaging the wide variety of student learning styles. It offers a team-

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The Effects of a Web-Based Learning Environment on Student Motivation in a High School Earth Science Course.

• Authors : Wang, Shiang-Kwei¹ ; Reeves, Thomas²

Subjects: *SCIENCE education; *WEBSITES; *COMPUTER assisted instruction

• Source: Educational Technology Research & Development. 2006, Vol. 54 Issue 6, p597-621. 25p. 3 Black and White Photographs, 1 Diagram, 3 Charts.

• Abstract: Collaborating closely with a 10th-grade science teacher, we designed a Web-based learning environment (Web-LE) to improve student ... Copyright of Educational Technology Research & Development is the property of Springer Nature and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites ...

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Institutional Potential for Online Learning: A Hong Kong Case Study.

• Authors : Donoghue, Sue L.

Subjects: *INTERNET in education; *CONTINUING education; *COMPUTER assisted instructionHONG Kong (China); CHINAUNIVERSITY of Hong Kong

• Source: Journal of Educational Technology & Society. Oct2006, Vol. 9 Issue 4, p78-94. 17p.

• Abstract: Hong Kong's tertiary education environment has changed dramatically in recent years with universities now facing specific educational challenges in the areas of critical thinking, 'life-long ... Copyright of Journal of Educational Technology & Society is the property of International Forum of Educational Technology & Society (IFETS) and its content may not be ...

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Technology projects as a vehicle to empower students.

• Authors : Wang, Yu‐mei¹ (AUTHOR)

Subjects: *SELF-efficacy; *ACTION research; *PROBLEM solving

• Source: Educational Media International. Dec2006, Vol. 43 Issue 4, p315-330. 16p.

• Abstract: Student empowerment pedagogy is supported by findings in brain research and cognitive sciences. Brain research has shown that the brain changes ... Copyright of Educational Media International is the property of Routledge and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted ...

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Opening the Doors to Learning.

• Authors : Van Schelven, Michael¹

Subjects: *HIGH schools; *STUDENT-centered learning; *ARCHITECTURAL designMICHIGAN

• Source: American School Board Journal. Mar2006, Vol. 193 Issue 3, p54-55. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.

• Abstract: This article focuses on the new Forest Hills Eastern High School in Ada Township, Michigan which adopts a concept that encourages student

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Every student can learn—if...

• Authors : Chickering, Arthur W.¹

Subjects: *LEARNING; *COGNITIVE styles; *INDIVIDUAL differences

• Source: About Campus. May/Jun2006, Vol. 11 Issue 2, p9-15. 7p.

• Abstract: After forty-nine years of watching and working in higher education, Arthur Chickering has determined that three R's truly are fundamental to helping ... Copyright of About Campus is the property of Sage Publications Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or ...

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LEARNING THE SOCIALWAY: ENHANCING LEARNING IN A TRADITIONAL SETTING.

• Authors : Black, Coral (AUTHOR) ; Roberts, Susan (AUTHOR)

Subjects: *SPACE utilization in academic libraries; *ACADEMIC library design & construction; *TEACHING methodsEDGE Hill University College

• Source: New Review of Academic Librarianship. Nov2006, Vol. 12 Issue 2, p83-93. 11p. 2 Black and White Photographs.

• Abstract: This article explores the link between pedagogical approaches to learning and the redevelopment of existing spaces. It focuses upon trends in social learning and the ... Copyright of New Review of Academic Librarianship is the property of Routledge and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites ...

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MOVING FROM Didactic to Inquiry-Based Instruction IN A SCIENCE LABORATORY.

• Authors : Lord, Thomas¹ ; Orkwiszewski, Terri²

Subjects: *SCIENCE students; *ACTIVITY programs in biology education; *INQUIRY-based learning

• Source: American Biology Teacher (National Association of Biology Teachers). Aug2006, Vol. 68 Issue 6, p342-345. 4p. 3 Charts.

• Abstract: The article discusses a study which compared introductory biology students taught laboratory through step-by-step directions with those taught through inquiry questions. ...

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Scaffolding beginning readers: Micro and macro cues teachers use during student oral reading.

• Authors : Cole, Ardith D.

Subjects: *SCAFFOLDED instruction; *READING (Preschool); *TEACHING

• Source: Reading Teacher. Feb2006, Vol. 59 Issue 5, p450-459. 10p. 2 Charts.

• Abstract: This article presents a study which investigated the use of scaffolding in teaching beginning readers, what teachers say when they scaffold ...

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ADAPTING AND MERGING EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION WITHIN REFORM BASED MATHEMATICS CLASSROOMS.

• Authors : Hudson, Pamela¹; Miller, Susan P.²; Butler, Fran³

Subjects: *MATHEMATICS education; *SPECIAL education; *EDUCATIONAL changeUNITED StatesNATIONAL Council of Teachers of Mathematics

• Source: American Secondary Education. Fall2006, Vol. 35 Issue 1, p19-32. 14p.

• Abstract: Given the current trend of teaching all students, including those with disabilities and English Language Learners, in inclusive general education settings, ... Copyright of American Secondary Education is the property of American Secondary Education and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites ...

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