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Direct linkGoldhammer, Frank; Naumann, Johannes; Stelter, Annette; Tóth, Krisztina; Rölke, Heiko; Klieme, Eckhard – Journal of Educational Psychology, 2014
Computer-based assessment can provide new insights into behavioral processes of task completion that cannot be uncovered by paper-based instruments. Time presents a major characteristic of the task completion process. Psychologically, time on task has 2 different interpretations, suggesting opposing associations with task outcome: Spending more…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Time on Task, Reading, Problem Solving
Download full textLevin-Goldberg, Jennifer – Journal of Instructional Research, 2014
Over the last decade, WebQuests have grown in popularity in educational environments. In order to effectively implement a WebQuest in the classroom, best pedagogical practices must be employed; however, these best WebQuest practices should reflect the exigent 21st century skills students need to be successful, productive members of the global…
Descriptors: Best Practices, Classroom Techniques, Teaching Methods, Skill Development
Gierl, Mark J.; Wang, Changjiang; Zhou, Jiawen – Journal of Technology, Learning, and Assessment, 2008
The purpose of this study is to apply the attribute hierarchy method (AHM) to a sample of SAT algebra items administered in March 2005. The AHM is a psychometric method for classifying examinees' test item responses into a set of structured attribute patterns associated with different components from a cognitive model of task performance. An…
Descriptors: Test Items, Protocol Analysis, Psychometrics, Algebra
Lewis, Brian N.; Horabin, Ivan S. – Improving Human Performance Quarterly, 1977
A reproduction of a paper first issued in 1967. Algorithms are characterized as being a special kind of problem solving procedure which can be verbalized. (Author/STS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Problem Solving, Skill Analysis, Skill Development
Fivars, Grace – 1973
The bibliography was compiled in response to requests for background information about the critical incident technique; references were provided by those interested in the technique. Graduate students searching for guidance on the technique should find it useful, as should researchers. The critical incident technique is a method of research…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Community Services, Critical Incidents Method, Education
Fischer, Gerhard; And Others – 1978
This paper analyses new methods of teaching skiing in terms of a computational paradigm for learning called increasingly complex microworlds (ICM). Examining the factors that underlie the dramatic enhancement of the learning of skiing led to the focus on the processes of simplification, debugging, and coaching. These three processes are studied in…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Difficulty Level, Educational Facilities, Error Patterns
Peer reviewedPoduska, Ervin; Phillips, Darrell G. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
Describes a study of the mental processes college students use in thinking about speed. Piagetian-type tasks dealing with speed, time, and distance were used in an individual interview format. Males outperformed females on tasks relating to speed, but not on the other tasks. (TW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, College Science, Difficulty Level, Distance
Cappelli, Annette; And Others – 1976
This occupational analysis data was assembled to help cosmetology instructors develop a course of study. Following a job description for a cosmetologist, the remainder of the content in standard task analysis format presents an analysis of twelve cosmetologist duties (tasks). Each of the twelve duties is broken down into its components (one or…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Cosmetology, Decision Making Skills, Employment Qualifications
Fivars, Grace; Gosnell, Doris – 1966
Intended as a text and a reference work, the book emphasizes the development of broad institutional objectives, and covers in detail curriculum and course development, selection of learning experiences, and evaluation of nursing behavior. All subjects are approached through the critical incident technique, which presents material in brief case…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Books, Case Studies, Clinical Experience
Blumberg, Fran; And Others – 1986
In the 21st century, the population will need to possess basic skills in the areas of communication and higher problem-solving as well as have scientific and technological literacy; however, results from assessments by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) have indicated weak student performance in the area of thinking skills,…
Descriptors: Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Educational Assessment, Elementary Secondary Education
Berger, Dean; Lokai, Larry – 1976
This occupational analysis data was assembled to help teachers develop a course of study preparing students for employment in the agricultural supply businesses and/or services. Following a job description for employees in agribusinesses and/or services, the remainder of the content in standard task analysis format presents an analysis of twelve…
Descriptors: Agribusiness, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Skills, Agricultural Supply Occupations
Tener, Sherrie; Ontko, Judy – 1976
This occupational analysis data was assembled to help instructors develop a course of study for commercial cleaners at the entry level. Following a job description for an institutional or commercial cleaner, the remainder of the content in standard task-analysis format presents an analysis of ten commercial cleaner duties (tasks). Each of ten…
Descriptors: Cleaning, Communication Skills, Custodian Training, Decision Making Skills
COFFEY, JOHN L.; AND OTHERS – 1968
THE TWO MAJOR PHASES OF THIS RESEARCH WERE (1) ANALYZING TRADE AND INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION TO IDENTIFY AND DESCRIBE PRIMARY VOCATIONAL SKILLS, AND (2) DEVELOPING AND EVALUATING NINE SELF-INSTRUCTIONAL UNITS. THREE INSTRUMENTS WERE USED IN ANALYZING VOCATIONAL CONTENT SOURCES TO IDENTIFY AND DESCRIBE GENERAL BEHAVIORS AS WELL AS TRADE-SPECIFIC…
Descriptors: Auditory Discrimination, Auto Mechanics, Autoinstructional Aids, Cosmetology
Friedberg, Jerry; Stella, Phillip. – 1976
This occupational analysis data was assembled to help broadcasting arts teachers develop a course of study in program management for junior and senior high school students. Following a job description for a program manager, the remainder of the content in standard task analysis format presents an analysis of nine program management duties (tasks).…
Descriptors: Broadcast Industry, Broadcast Television, Communication Skills, Decision Making Skills
