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This can be a useful tool for both the parent and the educator who are confronted with a confusing array of apps purporting to be effective uses of technology in teaching. The reviews examine each program against meeting criteria for effective instructional design.<\/p>\n<p>Criteria include:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Feedback for Correct Answers<\/li>\n<li>Error Feedback<\/li>\n<li>Adapting Difficulty<\/li>\n<li>Error Remediation<\/li>\n<li>Mastery-Based Instruction<\/li>\n<li>Frequent, Meaningful Learner Interaction<\/li>\n<li>Clearly-Stated Learning Objective<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Balfire has produced a web site to help parents and educators make informed decisions when considering the purchase of educational apps. 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