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The Use of Knowledge Acquisition in Instructional Design.
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Wiggs, Cheri L.; Perez, Ray S. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1988
Discussion of expert systems focuses on knowledge acquisition methodologies and their potential application to cognitive science research and the development of instructional materials. Topics discussed include subject matter experts; types of knowledge; structured interviews; task analysis; intelligent computer assisted instruction (ICAI);…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Expert Systems, Instructional Design
Screen Layout Design: Research into the Overall Appearance of the Screen.
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Grabinger, R. Scott – Computers in Human Behavior, 1989
Examines the current state of research into the visual effects of screen designs used in computer-assisted instruction and suggests areas for future efforts. Topics discussed include technical elements and comprehensibility elements in layout design; single element and multiple element research methodologies; dependent variables; and learning…
Descriptors: Comprehension, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Instructional Design
Individual Differences, Computers, and Instruction.
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Ayersman, David J.; Minden, Avril von – Computers in Human Behavior, 1995
Provides a conceptual foundation for the development of hypermedia as an instructional tool for addressing individual differences in learning styles. Highlights include a literature review; computers and instruction; individual differences, computers, and instruction; cognitive controls; cognitive styles and learning; personality types; and future…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Futures (of Society), Hypermedia
Functions, Applications, and Design Guidelines for Multiple Window Environments.
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Jonassen, David H. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1989
Defines the functions of windows that are used as visual display techniques in computer software systems, reviews research on the effectiveness of window environments, discusses knowledge structures, and presents principles for designing windowed environments based on research findings and individual differences and screen design research. (10…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Design Requirements, Individual Differences
Automation and Schema Acquisition in Learning Elementary Computer Programming: Implications for the Design of Practice.
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Van Merrienboer, Jeroen J. G.; Paas, Fred G. W. C. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1990
Discussion of computer programing at the secondary level focuses on automation and schema acquisition as two processes important in learning cognitive skills such as programing. Their effects on learning outcomes and transfer of training are examined, the importance of worked examples is highlighted, and instructional design principles are…
Descriptors: Automation, Cognitive Structures, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education
Word Processing and the Teaching of Writing.
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Zvacek, Susan M. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1988
Describes a representative sample of recent research on the uses of microcomputer-based word processing in composition instruction. Topics discussed include revision strategies; collaborative writing; student attitudes and motivation; writing quality; implementation of word processing; problems; equity issues; and questions for future research.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Equal Education, Futures (of Society), Guidelines