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Byerly, Greg; Lindell, Signe – Library Journal, 1982
This essay and 48-item annotated bibliography provide information on potential problems of computer terminal use--cathode ray tube, video display unit, video display terminal--in libraries. Information on ergonomics (matching people to machines in humane way), eyes and vision, and radiation is included. (EJS)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Display Systems, Human Factors Engineering, Input Output Devices

Miller, R. Bruce – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Discusses health hazards associated with use of visual display terminals (VDTs) and provides guidelines for safe use of VDTs in the following areas: radiation, design of work stations, design of VDTs, illumination, glare, work/rest periods, visual testings, ion depletion. An 11-item annotated bibliography of recommended readings and bibliographies…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Design Requirements, Display Systems, Guidelines

Murray, William E. – Library Hi Tech, 1985
Discusses information gathered in past few years related to health effects of video display terminals (VDTs) with particular emphasis given to issues raised by VDT users. Topics covered include radiation emissions, health concerns, radiation surveys, occupational radiation exposure standards, and long-term risks. (17 references) (EJS)
Descriptors: Display Systems, Electronic Equipment, Hazardous Materials, Human Factors Engineering
Kearsley, Greg P.; Hillelsohn, Michael J. – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1982
Presents a general framework for human factors considerations in training and illustrates the relationship between human factors and computer-based training (CBT) research by descriptions of studies dealing with six major aspects of the CBT interface: training administration, management, instructional design and development, testing and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Managed Instruction, Human Factors Engineering
Torok, Andrew G. – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1984
Discusses evolution of ergonomics and development of computer ergonomics with its sub-fields of hardware ergonomics (user-equipment-related problems including workstation design); software ergonomics (problems in communication with computers); and peopleware ergonomics (psychological impact). Ergonomic features of VDTs, keyboards, and printers are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Display Systems, History, Human Factors Engineering