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McLain, Marty – Instructor, 1987
The computer is an exciting medium for art, especially for projects involving color and line, motivating even the most reluctant young artist. Input devices are described. The first four lessons are suggested and ways to display the art projects are covered. (MT)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Courseware, Elementary Education, Input Output Devices
Aufdenspring, Gary; Aufdenspring, Deborah – Computing Teacher, 1992
Describes how HyperCard software can be used to direct students to databases, applications, and explanations in an online environment. The use of HyperCard with other software is discussed; using HyperCard to set up tutorials is explained; and limitations are addressed, including the amount of memory needed and the speed of the hardware. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education
Best, Anita, Ed.; Mathis, Judi, Ed. – 1993
This guide lists favorably reviewed, commercially available, microcomputer software for instructional use in preschool through grade 12. The guide is organized by the following curriculum areas: art; business education; computers; health; instructional tools, including authoring systems, computer assisted drafting (CAD), classroom management,…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware
Thurman, Richard A.; Mattoon, Joseph S. – 1992
This paper discusses four areas in the psychology literature that have important implications for the instructional design of microcomputer-based simulations. The first one examined is cognitive structures, and the following suggestions for instructional design are offered: simulations should be appropriate for students' level of understanding;…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures, Computer Assisted Instruction
Download full textTaylor, C. David – 1992
This paper discusses the factors involved in making decisions about a multimedia display system. Theoretical factors, including gaining and holding learner attention, specific attention-getting devices, encoding and retrieval of information by learners, and presentation of information are considered. Ways that video is associated with computer…
Descriptors: Attention, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development
Peer reviewedShamp, Scott A. – T.H.E. Journal (Technological Horizons in Education Journal), 1993
Discusses videodisc and videotape basic needs, software development issues, user workstation issues, appropriate applications for the different audio/visual storage media, counter vs. time-code VCRs, and implications for student development. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Educational Technology
Peer reviewedBray, Marty – North Carolina Libraries, 1992
Describes the use of DIALOG and Classmate by students at McDowell High School (Texas). Requirements for accessing DIALOG are explained; methods of teaching using DIALOG are described, including planning search strategy and the use of small groups; and problems are reviewed, including supervision time, cost, and limited accessibility. (three…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Costs, Courseware, Curriculum Development
