Do Hands-On, Technology-Based Activities Enhance Learning by Reinforcing Cognitive Knowledge and Retention?

The geodesic dome concept was presented to 25 eighth graders through reading and a hands-on group assignment and to 25 via reading and lecture. Pre/posttest results showed that organized hands-on activities increased learning and retention of technological concepts. (SK)

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Published in:Journal of technology education 1990-05, Vol.1 (2), p.26
Main Authors: Korwin, Anthony R., Jones, Ronald E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cognitive Development
Elementary Education
Experiential Learning
Grade 8
Learning Activities
Reinforcement
Retention (Psychology)
Technology Education
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Summary:The geodesic dome concept was presented to 25 eighth graders through reading and a hands-on group assignment and to 25 via reading and lecture. Pre/posttest results showed that organized hands-on activities increased learning and retention of technological concepts. (SK)
ISSN:1045-1064
1045-1064
DOI:10.21061/jte.v1i2.a.3