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Research for Teachers on Visual Thinking to Solve Verbal Problems.
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Hortin, John A.; And Others – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1985
A study designed to determine whether graduate students could be taught to use visual thinking for problem solving stressed two activities: (1) imagery for problem solving, and (2) active participation by students. Results indicate subjects given training in visual thinking were able to use it to solve verbal problems. (MBR)
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Higher Education, Imagery, Problem Solving
The Training Effectiveness Algorithm.
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Cantor, Jeffrey A. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1988
Describes the Training Effectiveness Algorithm, a systematic procedure for identifying the cause of reported training problems which was developed for use in the U.S. Navy. A two-step review by subject matter experts is explained, and applications of the algorithm to other organizations and training systems are discussed. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Flow Charts, Formative Evaluation, Management Systems
Needs Assessment and the Problem-Solving Process.
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Delamere, Trish – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1984
Identifies six needs assessment procedures applied in educational and other organizations, provides examples of how each is used, and discusses the relationship of needs assessment to problem solving. Kaufman's Outcomes Model is described and the Organizational Elements Model is presented as a pragmatic approach to contemporary decision making and…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Literature Reviews, Methods, Models
Computer-Based Assessment of Cognitive Abilities: Current Status/Future Directions.
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Eller, Ben F.; And Others – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1987
Discusses the evolution of current decision support systems (DSS) computer software and their potential for use in assessing cognitive ability. Current applications of computer software for structured and unstructured problem solving are examined together with the feasibility of computerized adaptive testing. Characteristics of computer-based…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Measurement, Cognitive Tests, Computer Assisted Testing
Microcomputers in Graduate School Administration: The Design and Implementation of a Computerized Relational Data Base System for Monitoring Graduate Education.
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Malaney, Gary D.; Girves, Jean E. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1987
Discusses design of a relational database system for monitoring activities related to graduate education at a research university. Current and projected applications are described: preparing informational reports and projections, monitoring student status, assisting graduation services, preparing departmental files, and researching matters related…
Descriptors: Academic Records, Admission (School), Assistantships, Computer Uses in Education
Pathfinder: A Microcomputer Experience in Interpreting Graphs.
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Dugdale, Sharon – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1987
Describes Pathfinder, a microcomputer software package designed to improve students' understanding and skills in interpreting graphs of physical phenomena which was tested in high school math classes. Differences in strategies between various ability levels are reported, and student interactions based on observations and interviews are discussed.…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware