Mendicino

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Here is an article that shows ASSISTments dramatically increases student knowledge when used for homework compared to traditional homework (feedback the next day).

• Mendicino, M., Razzaq, L. & Heffernan, N. T. (2009) Comparison of Traditional Homework with Computer Supported Homework: Improving Learning from Homework Using Intelligent Tutoring Systems. Journal of Research on Technology in Education (JRTE). Published by the International Society For Technology in Education (ISTE). Spring 2009. Volume 41 Number 3. Pages 331-346.
  • Here are two links to the paper. If you want to cite the paper with a short URL use this.
    • http://teacherwiki.assistment.org/wiki/images/1/13/Jrte_layout.pdf
    • http://tinyurl.com/3xmenzn

We have recently replicated this study showing again large learning gains for students using ASSISTments for homework.

• Singh, R., Saleem, M., Pradhan, P., Heffernan, C., Heffernan, N., Razzaq, L. & Dailey, M. (2011) Improving K-12 Homework with Computers. Proceedings of the Artificial Intelligence in Education Conference.

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