Learning to Teach with Worked-out Examples: A Computer-Based Learning Environment for Teachers
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| Title: | Learning to Teach with Worked-out Examples: A Computer-Based Learning Environment for Teachers |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Hilbert, T. S., Renkl, A., Schworm, S. |
| Source: | Journal of Computer Assisted Learning. Aug 2008 24(4):316-332. |
| Availability: | Blackwell Publishing. 350 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148. Tel: 800-835-6770; Tel: 781-388-8599; Fax: 781-388-8232; e-mail: customerservices@blackwellpublishing.com; Web site: http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/jnl_default.asp |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
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| Page Count: | 17 |
| Publication Date: | 2008 |
| Intended Audience: | Teachers |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Descriptors: | Research and Development, Needs Assessment, Computer Assisted Instruction, Science Teachers, Educational Environment, Thinking Skills, Mathematics Teachers, Interviews |
| DOI: | 10.1111/j.1365-2729.2007.00266.x |
| ISSN: | 0266-4909 |
| Abstract: | Learning from worked-out examples has been shown to be very effective in initial cognitive skill acquisition. In order to fully exploit the potential of example-based learning, teachers should, however, know how to effectively employ such examples in classroom instruction. Therefore, we have designed a computer-based learning environment in which mathematics and science teachers learn how to effectively employ worked-out examples. The learning environment was developed according to approved design criteria. The topics that are addressed in the learning environment were chosen in response to the results of a needs assessment that analysed schoolbooks and classroom videos, and took interviews with teachers into account. In experiments as well as in several teacher trainings on example-based learning, the computer-based learning environment was evaluated and improved accordingly. On a more general level, our research and development project showed that a computer-based learning programme could be a sensible tool that supports follow-up work in teacher training contexts. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 42 |
| Entry Date: | 2008 |
| Accession Number: | EJ801296 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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