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Peer reviewedHedley, Carolyn N. – Reading and Writing Quarterly: Overcoming Learning Difficulties, 1992
Offers principles for purchasing a new personal computer, and discusses matching principles with needs. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer System Design, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedBernstein, Bruce – Computers in Human Services, 1991
Discussion of the use of microcomputers in political campaigns focuses on the Jesse Jackson presidential primary campaign in New York State in 1988. User needs analysis is described, guidelines for the organization of a campaign information system are suggested, and the use of microcomputers for voter targeting is described. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Guidelines, Information Systems, Microcomputers
Peer reviewedBarker, Philip – Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, 1992
Special types of prosthetic devices have been designed to support the specific needs of disabled and handicapped computer users in retrieving information. Of particular importance are interfaces based on the use of sound, tactile operations, and gestures. Such interfaces may be used to provide disabled people with access to hypermedia information.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer System Design, Hypermedia, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedSwitzer, Ralph V., Jr.; Switzer, Jamie S. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1993
Describes a study that researched elements necessary for the design of an interactive video learning (IVL) lab for business courses. Highlights include a review of pertinent literature; guidelines for the use of an IVL lab; IVL systems integration; system specifications; hardware costs; and system software. (five references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Centers, Computer Networks
Peer reviewedMcFarland, Ronald D. – T.H.E. Journal, 1995
Ten ways to design an effective Human-Computer Interface are explained. Highlights include material delivery that relates to user knowledge; appropriate screen presentations; attention value versus learning and recall; the relationship of packaging and message; the effectiveness of visuals and text; the use of color to enhance communication; the…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Electronic Text
