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Horn, Carin E.; Scott, Brian L. – 1983
A new voice based learning system (VBLS), which allows the handicapped user to interact with a microcomputer by voice commands, is described. Speech or voice recognition is the computerized process of identifying a spoken word or phrase, including those resulting from speech impediments. This new technology is helpful to the severely physically…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Articulation Impairments, Computer Assisted Instruction, Input Output Devices
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Crawford, Walt – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
This checklist based on an earlier version (1980) relates specifically to cathode ray tube and other visual display terminals (VDTs) and also applies to personal computers. Highlights include changes in VDTs, selecting a VDT (evaluate needs, survey market, observe and use, talk to users), and screen and keyboard characteristics. (EJS)
Descriptors: Display Systems, Equipment Evaluation, Equipment Standards, Guidelines
Bruman, Janet L. – 1983
Focusing on the use of microcomputers as "smart terminals" for accessing time-sharing systems for libraries, this document discusses the communications software needed to allow the microcomputer to appear as a terminal to the remote host. The functions which communications software programs are designed to perform are defined and…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Design Requirements, Evaluation Criteria, Information Networks
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Barker, Philip G. – Computers and Education, 1984
The MUMEDALA (MUlti-Media Authoring LAnguage) system is an authoring facility that is designed to enable the creation and control of a sophisticated interactive learning environment. This paper presents an overview of the system, its design features, and progress being made towards its realization. Twenty-three references are included. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Design Requirements, Input Output Devices
Campbell, J. Olin; And Others – 1983
This "how to" workshop guide provides an overview of the entire videodisc authoring and production process through six individual modules. Focusing on project planning, the first module provides guidelines, procedures, and job aids to help each instructional development team member effectively use the videodisc medium. The second module…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Delivery Systems, Design Requirements
Fjallbrant, Nancy, Ed. – 1981
The theme of this conference was "Libraries and the Communication Process" and topics of the conference papers ranged from the technology of communication to the importance of linguistics and the human factors involved in the communication process. Papers and communications presented at the conference and included here are: (1)…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Communications, Computational Linguistics, Developed Nations