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Woodfine, B. P.; Nunes, M. Baptista; Wright, D. J. – Computers & Education, 2008
The introduction, in the United Kingdom, of the Special Education Needs and Disabilities Act (SENDA) published and approved in 2001, has removed the exemptions given to educational institutions by the Disabilities Discrimination Act (DDA) of 1995. This applies to learning web sites and materials that must now undergo "reasonable…
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Online Courses
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Andaloro, G.; Bellomonte, L. – Computers & Education, 1998
Presents a student module modeling knowledge states and learning skills of students in the field of Newtonian dynamics. Uses data recorded during the exploratory activity in microworlds to infer mental representations concerning the concept of force. A fuzzy algorithm able to follow the cognitive states the student goes through in solving a task…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Cognitive Processes, Instructional Design, Knowledge Level
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Ainsworth, Shaaron – Computers & Education, 1999
Discusses multiple representations and multimedia learning environments; describes a functional taxonomy of MERs (multiple external representations); and considers how MERs are used to support cognitive processes in learning and problem solving with computers. (Contains 41 references.) (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Classification, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Environment
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Cox, Kevin; Clark, David – Computers & Education, 1998
Describes how to construct questions to test all cognitive levels of learning for a course in introductory programming. The framework for learning is based on Bloom's taxonomy. Practical advice is given through examples and by describing a computer system to help deliver quizzes. Includes example questions. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Science, Computer System Design