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Saad, Ahmad Fuad – Online Submission, 2021
There are always challenges in teaching K-12 students Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics which is called STEM subjects due to the scientific nature of these disciplines that require strong and higher order thinking along with the ability to connect abstract concepts and relate to them. Additionally, there is a decrease in number of…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Teaching Methods, Learner Engagement
Bachelor, Robin L.; Vaughan, Patrick M.; Wall, Connie M. – Online Submission, 2012
This report describes a program for improving retention of essential concepts exhibited by junior high and high school students. The purpose of the study was to increase cognitive retention in order to increase student success. The target sample consisted of junior high students in the seventh grade and high school students in grades nine through…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Retention (Psychology), Fundamental Concepts, Intervention
Elias, Jijish – Online Submission, 2009
The application of psychology and technology are used in the learning process while we use programmed learning modules. In programmed learning we use the small steps of learning resulting in mastery. The modules helps to respond the learners activity and to give immediate feedback. The learners will get their own timing to go through the lessons…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Achievement Tests, Chemistry, Program Effectiveness
Bouris, Randy; Creel, Holly; Stortz, Barry – 1998
This report examines the problem of a lack of motivation in secondary mathematics students. A large percentage of our students view upper level math courses as only a means to an end. They lack self motivation and are driven by either parental concerns or the desire to score well on college entrance exams. They see very little transfer from the…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Cooperative Learning, High Schools, Mathematics Instruction
Rust, Amanda L. – 1999
This study attempted to determine which teaching method, mainly manipulatives or the standard curriculum, best allowed the students to learn first grade math concepts. The manipulatives consisted of objects such as unifix cubes, personal chalkboards, work mats, and various other articles, which allowed the students to see the math that they were…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Grade 1, Manipulative Materials, Mathematical Concepts
Governale, Joan – 1997
This report describes a program to improve the attitudes of fourth-grade students toward social studies. Surveys of fourth-graders, their parents, teachers, and community members were conducted to find out their attitudes toward social studies. Students and parents reported a lack of interest in social studies. Faculty reported they were…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Classroom Environment, Grade 4, Intermediate Grades
Blakey, David; Larvenz, Kenneth; McKee, Michele; Thomas, Regina – 2000
This report addresses the problem of apathy and the unwillingness of middle level students to meet basic standards, evidenced by a lack of student performance and participation and by an attitude of indifference. The targeted population for this study consisted of seventh and eighth grade general music students in an economically and culturally…
Descriptors: Action Research, Active Learning, Class Activities, Classroom Environment
Ellett, Douglas R. – 1994
This report describes a project to improve achievement among 24 grade 11 basic U.S. history students in a growing, middle class, suburban community in northern Illinois. Students are assigned to basic classes due to reading test scores. Analysis of probable cause data revealed that students entered the course with poor attitudes toward school,…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Active Learning, Cooperation
Colombo, Marianne; Sadowski, Lynne; Walsh, Angela – 2000
This action research project investigated the use of various methods of teaching as a means of developing an integrated curriculum to address the lack of transfer skills among kindergarten students. Evidence of the problem included the deficiency of skills demonstrated on academic assessments, teacher observations, and anecdotal records. Analysis…
Descriptors: Action Research, Active Learning, Change Strategies, Classroom Research
Carroll, Lynda; Leander, Susan – 2001
This action research project sought to increase motivation in fifth-grade social studies students. Observations and measures of student attitudes and achievement indicated a lack of student interest in learning activities. Two categories of intervention were implemented: (1) instruction in the use of learning strategies, including graphic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Action Research, Active Learning, Change Strategies