Outputs (2)

The role of physical representations in solving number problems: A comparison of young children's use of physical and virtual materials (2009)
Journal Article
Manches, A., O'Malley, C., & Benford, S. (2010). The role of physical representations in solving number problems: A comparison of young children's use of physical and virtual materials. Computers & Education, 54(3), 622-640. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2009.09.023

This research aims to explore the role of physical representations in young children’s numerical learning then identify the benefits of using a graphical interface in order to understand the potential for developing interactive technologies in this d... Read More about The role of physical representations in solving number problems: A comparison of young children's use of physical and virtual materials.

Enhanced recognition of written words and enjoyment of reading in struggling beginner readers through whole-word multimedia software (2009)
Journal Article
Karemaker, A., Pitchford, N., & O'Malley, C. (2010). Enhanced recognition of written words and enjoyment of reading in struggling beginner readers through whole-word multimedia software. Computers & Education, 54(1), 199-208. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2009.07.018

The effectiveness of a reading intervention using the whole-word multimedia software ‘Oxford Reading Tree (ORT) for Clicker’ was compared to a reading intervention using traditional ORT Big Books. Developing literacy skills and attitudes towards lear... Read More about Enhanced recognition of written words and enjoyment of reading in struggling beginner readers through whole-word multimedia software.