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Differential Characteristics and Methods of Operation Underlying CAI/CMI Drill and Practice Systems.

Hativa, Nira – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1988
Describes computer systems that combine drill and practice instruction with computer-managed instruction (CMI) and identifies system characteristics in four categories: (1) hardware, (2) software, (3) management systems, and (4) methods of daily operation. Topics discussed include microcomputer networks, graphics, feedback, degree of learner…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Networks

Shih, Yu-Fen; Alessi, Stephen M. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1994
Reports on a study investigating the effects of conceptual models (computer graphics and animation) on learning and transfer of code evaluation and generation skills of novice programmers; changes in declarative knowledge during skill acquisition; relationships between the quality of subjects' mental models and performance in skill learning and…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Higher Education

Knupfer, Nancy Nelson; McIsaac, Marina Stock – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1992
Discussion of the use of desktop publishing software to produce instructional materials highlights a study that used a wrap-around text format with variations in the amount of white space surrounding the graphic to investigate the effect of white space variations on the reading speed and comprehension of undergraduate students. (28 references)…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Graphics, Desktop Publishing, Higher Education

Berson, Michael J. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1996
Examines the literature on the effectiveness of computers in social studies instruction and learning. Topics include drill and practice, tutorials, study guides, games and simulations, inquiry and problem solving, graphics, and word processing and writing. Contains 58 references. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation