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Boone, Joni; Carlson, Susan – NADE Digest, 2011
Researchers from Kaplan University present findings from a media-rich feedback pilot program that targets students from developmental writing courses. One study of student reactions reveals how screencasting feedback encouraged more formative, holistic feedback and students' awareness of writing process, audience, and revision. A second study…
Descriptors: Developmental Programs, Feedback (Response), Writing Assignments, Writing Evaluation
Shudooh, Yusuf M. – Online Submission, 2016
The application of computer-assisted platforms in writing classes is a relatively new paradigm in education. The adoption of computers-assisted writing classes is gaining ground in many western and non western universities. Numerous issues can be addressed when conducting computer-assisted classes (CAC). However, a few studies conducted to assess…
Descriptors: Developmental Studies Programs, Remedial Instruction, Writing Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Hodges, Russ; Payne, Emily Miller; Dietz, Albert; Hajovsky, Michelle – Journal of Developmental Education, 2014
Researchers investigated the use of two mentoring programs for students who were part of a support component of Fundamentals of Conceptual Understanding and Success (FOCUS), a comprehensive intervention grant for students enrolled in developmental mathematics coursework at a large public Texas university. The technology-based mentoring program,…
Descriptors: Mentors, College Students, Developmental Studies Programs, Remedial Mathematics
PEPNet 2, 2007
The 2007 meeting of the English Think Tank published here represents a sample of the English Think Tank V presentations. In reading these papers one is struck by the imagination and expertise possessed by so many members in the field. The paper topics fall roughly into four categories--assessment, diversity, literacy, and technology. This…
Descriptors: Literacy Education, Writing Processes, Web Sites, Developmental Programs
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Burgess, Melissa L. – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2009
The purpose of this research was to examine possible outcomes of developmental students' critical thinking and motivation to read when the online learning community, WebCT, was implemented. My role, in addition to instructor, was that of participant-observer. I implemented WebCT tools, such as discussion board and chat, over a four-month period…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills, Teaching Methods, Integrated Learning Systems
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MacDonald, Lucy; Caverly, David C. – Journal of Developmental Education, 2001
Examines the use of "type 2 discussion," in which the teacher creates an online conversation with the class. Suggests that, by adding type 2 discussions to a face-to-face developmental education class, faculty help students build their own knowledge base. Adds that the online component gives all students equal access to this knowledge…
Descriptors: College Students, Computer Mediated Communication, Developmental Studies Programs, Educational Development