Developmental Processes in Learning from Instruction.

Wittrock, M. C.

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Developmental Processes in Learning from Instruction

Wittrock, M. C.

Journal of Genetic Psychology, 132, 1, 37-54, Mar 78

Examines the relationship between the development of cognitive processes and the effects of instruction on learning and transfer. The study suggests that instructional treatments should be designed in relation to the child's developing information processing strategies and his previous experience. Subjects were 482 fourth- and fifth-grade students. (BD)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Educational Strategies, Elementary School Students, Instructional Design, Learning, Learning Readiness, Learning Theories, Research, Transfer of Training

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