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Download full textEdwards, Thomas O. – 1970
The development of learning theory and its application to computer-assisted instruction (CAI) are described. Among the early theoretical constructs thought to be important are E. L. Thorndike's concept of learning connectisms, Neal Miller's theory of motivation, and B. F. Skinner's theory of operant conditioning. Early devices incorporating those…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Development, Educational History, Educational Research
LAFFEY, JAMES L. – 1966
DATA FROM FIVE AREAS OF BEHAVIORAL RESEARCH WHICH HAVE RELEVANCE TO THE TEACHING OF READING ARE REVIEWED IN AN EFFORT TO INDICATE HOW THIS RELATIVELY NEW TYPE OF RESEARCH (1) APPLIES BASIC SCIENTIFIC TECHNIQUES TO PRACTICAL LEARNING SITUATIONS, (2) HELPS BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN LEARNING THEORY AND PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS, (3) REPRESENTS AN…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Eye Movements, Inner Speech (Subvocal), Interdisciplinary Approach
