Programmed Training of Visual Discriminations: A Comparison of Techniques.

Strand, S. C.; Morris, R. C.

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ERIC Number: EJ338827

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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Programmed Training of Visual Discriminations: A Comparison of Techniques.

Strand, S. C.; Morris, R. C.

Applied Research in Mental Retardation, v7 n2 p165-81 1986

Efficiency of three discrimination training procedures was compared for 21 mentally handicapped children. Results showed that two programmed techniques (graded stimulus and prompt fading) did not differ significantly, but both were significantly superior to trial-and-error learning. (Author/CL)

Descriptors: Discrimination Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Error Patterns, Mental Retardation, Microcomputers, Programed Instruction, Training Methods, Visual Discrimination

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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