Administrators & Data

Effectiveness of Selected Supplemental Reading Comprehension Interventions

Thursday, 10 June 2010 09:41 | Written by John Cradler |

Title of Study: Effectiveness of Selected Supplemental Reading Comprehension Interventions: Findings from Two Student Cohorts

Author(s): S. James-Burdumy, J. Deke, J Lugo-Gil, N. Carey, A. Hershey, R. Gersten, R. Newman-Gonchar, J. Dimino, K. Haymond, B. Faddis, A. Pendleton

Summary:
This study examined the effects of four supplemental reading intervention programs on reading comprehension. The four intervention curricula are: (1) Project CRISS, (2) ReadAbout, (3) Read for Real, and (4) Reading for Knowledge. ReadAbout is an adaptive, leveled, technology-based reading program. The other curricula are not technology-based.

Last Updated (Thursday, 29 July 2010 12:35)

The Effects of Distance Education on K-12 Student Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis

Thursday, 10 June 2010 09:34 | Written by John Cradler |

Title of Study: The Effects of Distance Education on K-12 Student Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis

Author(s): Cathy Cavanaugh, Kathy Jo Gillan, Jeff Kromrey, Melinda Hess, Robert Blomeyer

Summary:
This meta-analysis synthesized data from 14 studies between 1999 and 2004 that compared web-delivered distance education with classroom-based learning.

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Horizon Report: 2010 K-12 Edition

Monday, 24 May 2010 10:16 | Written by John Cradler |

Title of Study: Horizon Report: 2010 K-12 Edition

Author(s): L. Johnson, R. Smith, A. Levine, K. Haywood

Summary:
This annual report identifies six emerging technologies that are likely to have an impact on K-12 teaching and learning in the next one to five years. Examples are provided for each topic, as well as suggested readings for those who want more detailed information on a specific topic. The report also identifies critical trends and challenges that will affect teaching and learning during this time period.

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National Broadband Plan: National Purposes Update

Monday, 24 May 2010 09:57 | Written by John Cradler |

Title of Study: National Broadband Plan: National Purposes Update

Author(s): FCC Broadband Taskforce

Summary:
This report sets out a plan to develop and use broadband infrastructure to support education, health care, public safety and homeland security, civic participation and workforce training among other national interests. Recommendations in the education sector focus on supporting and promoting online learning, unlocking the power of educational data and improving transparency, and modernizing educational broadband infrastructure by updating and strengthening the E-rate program.

Last Updated (Thursday, 29 July 2010 12:36)

The Efficacy of Computer-Based Phonics Programs for Advancing Elementary Reading Skills

Monday, 24 May 2010 09:39 | Written by John Cradler |

Title of Study: The Efficacy of Computer-Based Supplementary Phonics Programs for Advancing Reading Skills in At-Risk Elementary Students

Author(s): Paul Macaruso, Pamela E. Hook, Robert McCabe

Summary:
This study examines the benefits of instructional software designed to supplement regular reading instruction in the first grade in an urban public school district. The intervention programs used in the study are Phonics Based Reading and Strategies for Older Students from Lexia Learning Systems.

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The Digital Disconnect: The Widening Gap Between Internet-Savvy Students and Their Schools

Monday, 24 May 2010 09:28 | Written by John Cradler |

Title of Study: The Digital Disconnect: The Widening Gap Between Internet-Savvy Students and Their Schools

Author(s): Douglas Levin and Sousan Arafeh of American Institutes for Research

Summary:
This study of student use of the Internet for educational purposes in school and outside of school is presented largely in the words of the students themselves.

Last Updated (Thursday, 29 July 2010 12:36)

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