ERIC Number: EJ1229662
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
Pages: 18
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ISSN: EISSN-2332-8584
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Using a Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial (SMART) to Develop an Adaptive K-2 Literacy Intervention with Personalized Print Texts and App-Based Digital Activities
Kim, James S.; Asher, Catherine A.; Burkhauser, Mary; Mesite, Laura; Leyva, Diana
AERA Open, v5 n3 Jul-Sep 2019
This study employs a sequential multiple assignment randomized trial (SMART) design to develop an adaptive intervention with personalized print and digital content for kindergarten to Grade 2 children (n = 273). In Stage 1, we ask whether it is better for children to receive an adaptive intervention based on (a) 10 conceptually coherent texts or (b) 10 leveled texts on a range of topics. In Stage 2, we ask how best to encourage nonresponding children. Findings indicate that children who received either conceptually coherent texts or leveled texts performed similarly on reading comprehension posttests, while augmenting and intensifying follow-up with gamification of the app and text messages to parents improved comprehension outcomes for nonresponders. Descriptively, we find that only 26% (n = 71) of parents accessed the app, highlighting the need for better implementation procedures to increase take up of app-based digital activities.
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Randomized Controlled Trials, Intervention, Achievement Tests, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Preschool Teachers, Elementary School Teachers, Emergent Literacy, Printed Materials, Reading Comprehension, Program Implementation, Summer Programs, Outcomes of Education, Parents, Educational Games, Individualized Instruction, Reading Instruction, Parent Child Relationship, Reading Programs, Learning Activities
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Elementary Education; Kindergarten; Primary Education; Grade 1; Grade 2; Preschool Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Institute of Education Sciences (ED)
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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Measures of Academic Progress
IES Funded: Yes
Grant or Contract Numbers: R305B150010
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