Achievement and Retention of Spanish Presented Via Videodisc in Linear, Segmented and Interactive Modes.
Abstract
This study investigated the effects on achievement and retention of a beginning Spanish instructional videodisc entitled Zarabanda, presented over a two week period in linear, segmented, and interactive modes. Students (N = 92) enrolled in a beginning Spanish course at the U.S. Air Force Academy were randomly Assigned to three treatment groups and a control group. Group 1 (n = 23), the linear videodisc instruction group (descriptive), watched the Zarabanda videodisc in a passive manner. Group 2 (n = 23), the segmented videodisc instruction group (experimental), was presented the same material as Group 1 with the addition of inserted true/false and multiple choice questions at selected breakpoints in the story line. Group 3 (n = 23), the interactive videodisc instruction group (experimental), was presented materials in an interactive mode. THe lesson was interrupted by the same questions at the same breakpoints as Group 2 with the additional benefit of feedback on incorrect choices, vocabulary lists, video replay and hint options for remediation, and explanatory statements on correct choices.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA185893
Entities
People
- Miguel Verano
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology