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Oates, William R. – Journalism Educator, 1986
Compares "computer based learning" in Europe with "computer assisted instruction" in the United States, noting that, in spite of the connotations of the names, the teacher is the primary beneficiary of software in Europe while the student is the primary beneficiary of software in the U.S. (HTH)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Foreign Countries
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Wyatt, David H. – CALICO Journal, 1983
Three vehicles for programming for computer-assisted language instruction are compared: general-purpose programming languages, educational programming languages, and educational authoring systems. Their advantages and disadvantages for a variety of purposes and circumstances are examined as well as the differences in time and energy required for…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Material Development, Microcomputers
Malandain, Jean-Louis – Francais dans le Monde, 1985
Language teachers are urged to explore, develop, and use the entire range of applications made possible by the computer and to realize that the computer can do almost anything but generate ideas. (MSE)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware
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Lester, Paul – Journalism Educator, 1989
Examines the effectiveness of paper versions and computer versions of 10 ethical situations posed for student photojournalists. Finds that in-depth situations presented through computer software can give students more information on photojournalism ethics than 2-sentence scenarios on paper. (MS)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Ethical Instruction, Ethics
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Hofstetter, Fred T. – Music Educators Journal, 1979
This look at the impact of microelectronics on computer-assisted instruction (CAI) in music notes trends toward new applications and lower costs. Included are: a rationale for CAI in music, a list of sample programs, comparison of five microelectronic music systems, PLATO cost projections, and sources of further information. (SJL)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Computers
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Wells, Karin L.; Marsh, Lawrence C. – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1997
Looks at ways in which computer-assisted instruction transforms three traditional aspects of college teaching: lectures are replaced with multimedia presentations; homework becomes electronic, with instant grading and detailed explanations; and traditional office hours are replaced with electronic mail, list-serv, and live screen interaction…
Descriptors: Assignments, Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Comparative Analysis
Ross, Steven M.; And Others – Educational Technology, 1988
Description of a microcomputer-based instructional strategy used to adapt computer assisted instruction (CAI) to individual learners' needs highlights its use with elementary school arithmetic classes to solve work problems. Experiments with a control group that received conventional problems are described, and applications for undergraduate…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education
Van Reeuwijk, Martin – Computing Teacher, 1994
Discussion of differences in elementary and secondary school mathematics instruction between the United States and The Netherlands focuses on a Dutch project brought to the United States that uses print materials and software products. Topics addressed include integrating technology into the curriculum; cultural differences; designing assessment;…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Cultural Differences
Crozier, William L. – 1985
Intended to engage students in a comparative look at local history in two upper Mississippi river towns (Winona, Minnesota and Dubuque, Iowa), this paper describes the computer-assisted component of an upper-level American Studies course. With emphasis on the 19th century, students examine the transition made by the United States from a…
Descriptors: American Studies, Community Study, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction
Underwood, John H. – 1984
This analysis of the state of the art of computer programs and programming for language teaching has two parts. In the first part, an overview of the theory and practice of language teaching, Noam Chomsky's view of language, and the implications and problems of generative theory are presented. The theory behind the input model of language…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Authoring Aids (Programing), Communicative Competence (Languages), Comparative Analysis
Boldovici, John A.; Scott, Thomas D. – 1984
A study compared the benefits of using the Hewlett-Packard HP-41CV hand-held computer, as opposed to conventional training without computers, in teaching mathematics to fire control systems repairers. Thirty soldiers in a course to train fire control systems repairers received training in technical mathematics using the hand-held computer, whereas…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Assessment, Educational Research