Tree Searching and Student Problem Solving.

Alderman, Donald L.

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Publication Date: 1978

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Tree Searching and Student Problem Solving

Alderman, Donald L.

Journal of Educational Psychology, 70, 2, 209-17, Apr 78

Tree searching was applied as a computer model of simple addition sentences. Results indicated that the number of problem reductions performed in tree searching accounted for most of the variance across problems in student error rate and solution time. The technique constitutes a computer test for the adequacy of a problem solving prescription. (Author/JAC)

Descriptors: Branching, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Concept Teaching, Mathematical Models, Problem Solving, Task Analysis, Teaching Methods

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Language: English

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