Role of the Third Sector.

Subjects: *NONPROFIT sector; *EDUCATION policy; *EDUCATIONGREAT BritainGREAT Britain. Dept. for Children, Schools & Families...

• Source: Education Journal. Mar2010, Issue 122, p38-38. 1p.

• Abstract: The article focuses on the report "The Role of the Third Sector: Personalization of Education and Learning ...

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Personalization enhances learning anatomy terms.

• Authors : Ginns, Paul^1,2 (AUTHOR) ; Fraser, Jennifer^1,3 (AUTHOR)

Subjects: *HEART anatomy; *ACHIEVEMENT tests; *ANATOMY

• Source: Medical Teacher. Sep2010, Vol. 32 Issue 9, p776-778. 3p.

• Abstract: Background: Personalizing computer-based instructional text with a conversational rather than formal style has been found to enhance learning substantially. Aim: An ... Copyright of Medical Teacher is the property of Taylor & Francis Ltd and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or ...

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The Add-on Impact of Mobile Applications in Learning Strategies: A Review Study.

• Authors : Yu-Lin Jeng¹ ; Ting-Ting Wu¹ ; Yueh-Min Huang¹

Subjects: *MOBILE learning; *MOBILE communication systems; *LEARNING strategies

• Source: Journal of Educational Technology & Society. Oct2010, Vol. 13 Issue 3, p3-11. 9p. 2 Diagrams, 1 Chart.

• Abstract: Mobile devices are more powerful and portable nowadays with plenty of useful tools for assisting people handle daily life. With the advance of mobile technology, ... 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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Using a learning log to support students' learning in biology lessons.

• Authors : Stephens, Karen¹ ; Winterbottom, Mark²

Subjects: *LEARNING; *ACADEMIC motivation; *EDUCATIONSUFFOLK (England); ENGLAND

• Source: Journal of Biological Education (Society of Biology). Spring2010, Vol. 44 Issue 2, p72-80. 9p. 7 Charts, 1 Graph.

• Abstract: Learning logs or reflective journals are frequently used in further and higher education to encourage students' reflection ... Copyright of Journal of Biological Education (Society of Biology) is the property of Society of Biology and its content may ...

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A key step to understanding paradigm shifts in e-learning: towards context-aware ubiquitous learning.

• Authors : Liu, Gi‐Zen¹ (AUTHOR); Hwang, Gwo‐Jen² (AUTHOR)

Subjects: *UBIQUITOUS computing; *CONTEXT-aware computing; *ONLINE educationTAIWAN

• Source: British Journal of Educational Technology. Mar2010, Vol. 41 Issue 2, pE1-E9. 9p. 4 Diagrams, 2 Charts.

• Abstract: The article discusses the island of development of context-aware ubiquitous learning (u-learning), which allows users to ...

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Reflection and self-directed and group learning improve OSCE scores.

• Authors : Tagawa, Masami¹ ; Imanaka, Hiroyuki¹

Subjects: *SELF-help techniques; *MEDICAL students; *LEARNINGJAPAN

• Source: Clinical Teacher. Dec2010, Vol. 7 Issue 4, p266-270. 5p.

• Abstract: Reflection and self-directed learning have been emphasised as important in the process of learning, and are inevitably ... Copyright of Clinical Teacher is the property of Wiley-Blackwell and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to ...

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Beyond the Classroom Walls: Teachers' and Students' Perspectives on How Online Learning Can Meet the Needs of Gifted Students.

• Authors : Thomson, Dana L.¹

Subjects: *ONLINE education; *GIFTED persons; *EDUCATIONAL programs

• Source: Journal of Advanced Academics. Summer2010, Vol. 21 Issue 4, p662-712. 51p. 2 Charts, 2 Graphs.

• Abstract: Online learning programs have the potential to provide gifted students expanded access to advanced courses, but little research has been conducted ... Copyright of Journal of Advanced Academics is the property of Sage Publications Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple ...

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Increasing Efficiency in Military Learning: Theoretical Considerations and Practical Applications.

• Authors : Vogel-Walcutt, Jennifer J.¹ ; Carper, Teresa Marino¹; Bowers, Clint¹

Subjects: *MILITARY psychology; *MILITARY personnel; *PSYCHOLOGY

• Source: Military Psychology. Jul-Sep2010, Vol. 22 Issue 3, p311-339. 29p. 1 Diagram, 1 Chart.

• Abstract: Given the fundamental importance of higher-order cognitive skills for military personnel, increasing learning efficiency during training is paramount. The current article ... Copyright of Military Psychology is the property of Taylor & Francis Ltd and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or ...

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Formative Assessment Design for PDA Integrated Ecology Observation.

• Authors : Pi-Hsia Hung¹ ; Yu-Fen Lin¹ ; Gwo-Jen Hwang²

Subjects: *FORMATIVE tests; *POCKET computers; *MOBILE learning

• Source: Journal of Educational Technology & Society. Oct2010, Vol. 13 Issue 3, p33-42. 10p. 7 Color Photographs, 3 Diagrams, 3 Charts, 3 Graphs.

• Abstract: Ubiquitous computing and mobile technologies provide a new perspective for designing innovative outdoor learning experiences. The purpose of this study is ... 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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Are we ready to go outdoors now? The prospects for outdoor education during a period of curriculum renewal in Scotland.

• Authors : Thorburn, Malcolm¹ (AUTHOR) ; Allison, Peter¹ (AUTHOR)

Subjects: *CURRICULUM; *LEARNING; *OUTDOOR educationSCOTLAND

• Source: Curriculum Journal. Mar2010, Vol. 21 Issue 1, p97-108. 12p.

• Abstract: New devolutionary powers for education have been enthusiastically seized on by politicians and policy-makers alike to promote a more integrated and ... Copyright of Curriculum Journal is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites ...

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