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Boulet, Marie-Michele – Computers and Education, 1987
Presents a detailed analysis of courseware design activities based upon the use of conceptual data models for content elaboration. Highlights include discussions of computerized training systems, authoring languages and authoring systems, and the distinction between processing and data. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Data Processing
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Wilson, R. N.; McCrum, E. – Computers and Education, 1984
Discusses difficulties of producing computer assisted learning (CAL) software economically. Proposed as a solution, modular programing is illustrated by describing production of a matrix algebra package. Use of special CAL modules and facilities provided by subroutine libraries are cited, and development of a package to teach matrix theory is…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness
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Rambally, Gerard K.; Rambally, Rodney S. – Computers and Education, 1987
Identifies human factor issues involved in the student-computer interface in computer assisted instruction and makes specific recommendations for screen design. Factors considered include simplicity, spaciousness, relevance, standardization, changing display screen contents, color coding, shape and size coding, and brightness coding. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Courseware, Design Requirements
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Toval, Ambrosio; Flores, Mariano – Computers and Education, 1987
Description of Atenea, the Spanish National Project for Computers in Education, focuses on the use of computer simulation and modeling in elementary and secondary education. Highlights include system dynamics, training courses for teachers, a microcomputer-based software package called System Dynamics Simulator for Education (SDSE), and a list of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware, Developing Nations
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England, Elaine – Computers and Education, 1984
Discusses two factors to consider in relation to the use of color and the design of computerized instructional materials: the purpose of using color in instruction and how the microcomputer, with its limitations, affects color use. Principles for the use of color are suggested. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Color, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Courseware
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Brebner, Ann; And Others – Computers and Education, 1984
Presents an experiment which assessed the effectiveness of teaching written French to university students with computer assisted instruction (CAI). Results indicate that the CAI drill and practice lessons didn't effect any greater achievement improvement than ordinary instruction, but students had favorable attitudes toward CAI. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Drills (Practice), Evaluation Methods
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Bennett, Mike; Smith, David – Computers and Education, 1988
Describes a project that investigated the potential effectiveness of multimedia education packages incorporating broadcast television, computer software, and other media. Suggested guidelines for the creation and evaluation of broadcast-linked software are presented. (3 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Broadcast Industry, Broadcast Television, Courseware, Developed Nations
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Bump, Jerome – Computers and Education, 1987
Reviews the use of computers in the teaching and practice of writing in university courses. Highlights include hardware considerations; software options for grammar, punctuation, stylistic analysis, and prewriting (or invention) skills; artificial intelligence, composition, and literature; collaborative learning; and faculty development. (LRW)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Faculty Development
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Chan, Christine – Computers and Education, 1987
Reports results of a survey of the use of computers in Canadian elementary school classrooms. Questionnaires and interviews were used to determine the availability of hardware and software, teachers' backgrounds, student access to computers, and teachers' perceptions on the role of computer-assisted learning. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Developed Nations, Elementary Education