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Peer reviewedLahm, Elizabeth A. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1996
This study examined features of software used by 48 preschool special education students. Programs were compared for their effect on engagement, affect, and choice. Findings suggest that children prefer programs with higher interaction requirements, as well as those using animation, sound, and voice features. (Author/PB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Attitudes, Computer Games, Computer Software
Jones, Marshall G. – 1998
A difficult task in creating rich, exploratory interactive learning environments is building an environment that is truly engaging. Engagement can be defined as the nexus of intrinsic knowledge and/or interest and external stimuli that promote the initial interest in, and continued use of a computer-based learning environment. Complete and total…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Development


