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Record: 1
Title: Repetition and the Informational Writing of Developmental Students.
Authors: Perin, Dolores
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p2, 6p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *EDUCATION
*WRITING
  NAICS/Industry Codes611699 All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
611710 Educational Support Services
923110 Administration of Education Programs
Abstract: Investigates the effects of task repetition on the writing skills of upper level developmental reading students. Indicators of writing skills; Use to facilitate learning in developmental education classrooms; Improvements of summarization skills.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485390
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Record: 2
Title: Comparison of Beginning Algebra Taught Onsite Versus Online.
Authors: Weems, Gail H.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p10, 6p, 3 charts
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *ALGEBRA
*DISTANCE education
Study & teaching
Abstract: Compares the outcome of onsite and online teaching of beginning algebra. Differences in examination average; Poor performance of students on online examinations; Satisfaction of students on online resources.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485396
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Record: 3
Title: Ideas in Practice: When Older Readers and Younger Readers Meet.
Authors: Good, Jennifer M.
Ley, Terry C.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p20, 6p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *DEVELOPMENTAL reading
*EDUCATION -- Curricula
*EDUCATORS
Abstract: Focuses on the need to develop the literacy and reading skills of college-level students involved in developmental education. Introduction of developmental education courses; Use of prereading during reading and post reading activities; Views of literacy educators on developmental reading.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485401
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Record: 4
Title: Developmental Mathematics Education and Supplemental Instruction: Pondering the Potential.
Authors: Wright, Gary L.
Wright, Robin Redmon
Lamb, Charles E.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p30, 6p, 6 charts, 1 graph
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *ACADEMIC achievement
*MATHEMATICS -- Study & teaching
Abstract: Investigates the effective use of Supplemental Instruction (SI) in developmental mathematics courses. Differences in the performance and retention rates of students; Correlation between SI attendance and persistence rates of students; Aid for academic assistance.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485407
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Record: 5
Title: Critical Thinking: Teaching Students How to Study and Learn (Part I).
Authors: Paul, Richard
Elder, Linda
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p36, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *CRITICAL thinking
*LECTURES & lecturing
Abstract: Provides tips to improve critical thinking skills. Participation in lectures and discussions by asking questions; Consideration of class time; Recognition of strength and weaknesses.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485411
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Record: 6
Title: Teachtalk: Access to Distance Education.
Authors: Caverly, David C.
MacDonald, Lucy
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p38, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COMPUTER software
*DISTANCE education
*STUDENTS -- United States
Geographic Terms: UNITED States
  NAICS/Industry Codes443120 Computer and Software Stores
Abstract: Explores ways to deliver distance developmental education in the U.S. Provision of online access for students; Definition of access; Use of essay grading software.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485413
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Record: 7
Title: Developments.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2002, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p40, 1p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COLLEGE teachers -- United States
*EDUCATION -- United States
*POLITICAL science
United States
Geographic Terms: UNITED States
Abstract: Reports developments related to developmental education in the U.S. as of September 2002. Assessment on the needs of underprepared higher education students; Functions of instructors in higher education; Discussion of issues concerning on political advocacy.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 7485414
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Record: 8
Title: Program Evaluation Studies: Strategic Learning Delivery Model Suggestions.
Authors: Simpson, Michele L.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Winter2002, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p2, 7p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COLLEGE freshmen
*LEARNING models (Stochastic processes)
Abstract: Evaluates the efficacy of strategic learning delivery models in assisting college freshmen with challenging academic tasks. Use of combination of theory-based qualitative and quantitative measures; Assessment of perceptions of major stakeholders.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 8841246
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Record: 9
Title: Curriculum and Affect: A Participatory Developmental Writing Approach.
Authors: Reynolds, Thomas J.
Bruch, Patrick L.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Winter2002, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p12, 6p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COMPOSITION (Language arts)
*EDUCATION -- Curricula
Study & teaching
Abstract: Describes a course on participatory developmental writing. Student perceptions of literacy work curriculum; Academic writing skills.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 8841249
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Record: 10
Title: Comprehension Monitoring: An Aid to Mathematical Problem Solving.
Authors: Schurter, William A.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Winter2002, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p22, 7p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *ALGEBRA
*COMPREHENSION (Theory of knowledge)
Study & teaching
Abstract: Focuses on the use of comprehension monitoring as a problem solving technique for students of developmental algebra. Use of metacognition; Strategy for solving word problems.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 8841252
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Record: 11
Title: Critical Thinking: Teaching Students How to Study and Learn (Part II).
Authors: Elder, Linda
Paul, Richard
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Winter2002, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p34, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *CRITICAL thinking
*LEARNING
Abstract: Part II. Examines the role of critical thinking in learning. Importance of ideas or concepts in thinking; Understanding of distinctions inherent in language; Ideas from textbooks.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 8841256
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Record: 12
Title: Techtalk: Effective Technology Use in Developmental Mathematics.
Authors: MacDonald, Lucy
Vasquez, Selina
Caverly, David C.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Winter2002, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p36, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *EDUCATIONAL technology
*MATHEMATICS -- Study & teaching
Abstract: Focuses on the use of educational technology in the study and teaching of developmental mathematics. Data collection device; Critical thinking problems.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 8841259
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Record: 13
Title: Developments.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Winter2002, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p38, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *MOTIVATION (Psychology)
*STUDENTS -- Psychology
Abstract: Discusses how instructors can motivate students. Types of motivation; Participation in intellectual interactions; Removal of negative criticism.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 8841261
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Record: 14
Title: Supplemental Instruction: Short- and Long-Term Impact.
Authors: Ogden, Peggy
Thompson, Dennis
Russell, Art
Simons, Carol
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p2, 5p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *ACADEMIC achievement
*EDUCATION, Higher
*POLITICAL science
Geographic Terms: UNITED States
Abstract: Assesses Supplemental Instruction (SI), an academic assistance program, for short- and long-term impact on college academic performance and retention in the U.S. Data from students registered in a political science course supported by SI; Identification of four groups; Traditional SI participants; Conditional SI participants; Traditional non-SI participants; Conditional non-SI participants.
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Accession Number: 9903468
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Record: 15
Title: Principles for Effective Teaching in Developmental Education.
Authors: Smittle, Patricia
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p10, 5p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *EDUCATION, Higher
*TEACHING
*UNIVERSITIES & colleges
  NAICS/Industry Codes611310 Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Abstract: Focuses on the six principles for effective developmental education teaching. Integration of research findings from successful developmental education programs and general principles for effective teaching in undergraduate education; Commitment to teaching underprepared students; Demonstration of good command of the subject matter; Ability to address noncognitive issues that affect learning.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 9903473
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Record: 16
Title: Perceived Inhibitors to Mathematics Success.
Authors: Wheland, Ethel
Konet, Rose Marie
Butler, Kevin
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p18, 7p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *ALGEBRA
*MATHEMATICS -- Study & teaching
Study & teaching
Abstract: Examines perceived inhibitors to successful performance in an intermediate algebra course. Non-native English speaking status of the instructor; Instruction provided by teaching assistants versus adjunct faculty; Student performance in mathematics compared to other courses; Relationship of performance in an intermediate algebra course to success in subsequent mathematics courses.
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Accession Number: 9903475
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Record: 17
Title: Social and Emotional Intelligence: Applications for Developmental Education.
Authors: Liff, Suzanne B.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p28, 5p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COLLEGE students
*SELF-perception
*SOCIAL intelligence
*SOCIAL skills
*EMOTIONAL intelligence
Abstract: Explores the relationship between social and emotional intelligence and success in college. Focus on student needs and faculty capacities to address those needs; Components of the social and emotional intellectual paradigm; Self-awareness and self-advocacy; Self-regulation of emotions; Goal setting; Self-monitoring; Empathy; Social skills.
ISSN: 0894-3907
Accession Number: 9903479
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Record: 18
Title: Critical Thinking: Teaching Students How to Study and Learn (Part III).
Authors: Paul, Richard
Elder, Linda
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p36, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *CRITICAL thinking
*LOGIC
*REASONING (Psychology)
Abstract: Part III. Provides templates for students to use in analyzing and assessing reasoning in written form, the reasoning embedded in an article, essay, chapter or textbook. How to analyze the logic of an article, essay or chapter; How to figure out the logic of a textbook; How to evaluate an author's reasoning.
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Accession Number: 9903483
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Record: 19
Title: Techtalk: Developing Academic Literacy through WebQuests.
Authors: Peterson, Cynthia
Caverly, David C.
MacDonald, Lucy
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p38, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COMPUTER-assisted instruction
*EDUCATION
*TEACHING
*WORLD Wide Web
  NAICS/Industry Codes611699 All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
611710 Educational Support Services
923110 Administration of Education Programs
518112 Web Search Portals
Abstract: Introduces a way to structure student use of the World Wide Web by using a flexible framework called a WebQuest. Instructor-created Web site that sets up a problem or tasks for students to accomplish and guides their work with specific Web-based resources; Web page construction for WebQuest; WebQuest planning; Instructional strategies; Information gathering; Arrangement of information; Presentation of findings.
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Accession Number: 9903496
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Record: 20
Title: Developments.
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Spring2003, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p40, 2p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *COMPUTER-assisted instruction
*EDUCATION
*TEACHING
*WORLD Wide Web
*WEB sites
  NAICS/Industry Codes611699 All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
611710 Educational Support Services
923110 Administration of Education Programs
518112 Web Search Portals
516110 Internet Publishing and Broadcasting
Abstract: Reports on developments regarding developmental education as of March 2003. Low-technology solution for encouraging students to come to class well-prepared; Web site which provides samples and reviews of Web learning materials; Agenda for developmental education research.
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Accession Number: 9903499
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Record: 21
Title: Program Evaluation for Postsecondary Disability Services.
Authors: Parker, David R.1 David.Parker@huskymail.uconn.edu
Shaw, Stan F.1
McGuire, Joan M.1
Source: Journal of Developmental Education; Fall2003, Vol. 27 Issue 1, p1, 7p
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms: *EDUCATION & state
*EDUCATIONAL evaluation
Abstract: Describes a decision-making process that can be used to organize an evaluation action plan and the application to any program in higher education. Studies indicating the failure of educational institutions to effectively implement required policies and practices.
Author Affiliations: 1Center on Postsecondary Education and Disability, University of Connecticut
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Accession Number: 10789071
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Record: 22
Title: Diversity as a Resource in Developmental Education.
Authors: Boylan, Hunter R.1