Describes the Corporate Educational NETwork developed at IBM that uses interactive television for training. Reasons for a new training method are discussed, including lowering costs; technical details are explained, including the use of a communications satellite; course offerings are described; and results of evaluations are discussed. (LRW)

Discusses the use of interactive multimedia as an effective learning environment for adults with poor reading skills. Guidelines for designing basic skills and technical training multimedia programs are suggested, including simple computer navigation, the careful use of text, and appropriate audio and visual aids. (LRW)

Describes the following phases of multimedia courseware production: (1) needs assessment; (2) content and design; (3) rapid prototype; (4) storyboarding; (5) building the course using the production pathway; (6) usability testing; (7) quality assurance and testing. Benefits of Web-based courseware, courseware development team members and roles,…