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Zhanxia Yang; Patricia Moore Shaffer; Courtney Hagan; Parastu Dubash; Marina Bers – Grantee Submission, 2023
The aim of this study was to explore how the Coding as Another Language using ScratchJr (CAL-ScratchJr) curriculum, developed by Boston College's DevTech Research Group utilizing the ScratchJr app, impacted second grade students' computational thinking, coding skills, and reading comprehension. To accomplish this, the research team randomly…
Descriptors: Coding, Programming Languages, Computer Science Education, School Districts
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Aspinall, Helen C.; Qualter, Anne; Rushworth, Elisabeth D. – New Directions in the Teaching of Physical Sciences, 2016
This article summarizes the authors' experience of developing and delivering undergraduate modules in Science Communication. The modules address two needs: resourcing science outreach activities for children in Years 5-7, and developing transferable skills (oral and written communication, team working, time management) to enhance student…
Descriptors: Outreach Programs, College Science, Curriculum Development, Skill Development
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Harder, Janice C. – Business Education Forum, 1986
With changes in word origination to the more cost- and time-efficient methods, office productivity and efficiency can be increased to a level competitive with that of industry. Business educators are urged to take the initiative to implement these methods into existing courses as the business executives of today and tomorrow are educated. (CT)
Descriptors: Business Education Teachers, Cost Effectiveness, Curriculum Development, Dictation
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Irving, Ann – Computers and Education, 1991
Describes a project in elementary and secondary schools in the United Kingdom that investigated the educational value and use of online information services. Highlights include a review of previous work in the field, meeting curricular needs, language development, developing information skills, teacher roles, time management, and technology…
Descriptors: Costs, Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education