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Download full textHumes, Ann – 1984
Drawing from the conclusions of research studies by linguists and psychologists, this paper describes four classes of principles for constructing readable prose for both print materials and computer screens: (1) global principles dealing with a schema-theory approach to discourse type, with topical focus, and with parallelism; (2) sentence-level…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Design Requirements, Guidelines, Linguistics
Peer reviewedPark, Innwoo; Hannafin, Michael J. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Presents a framework for organizing research and theory in the areas of psychology, pedagogy, and technology as they relate to interactive multimedia; and derives principles and implications for the design of interactive multimedia. Highlights include prior knowledge, the organization and utilization of knowledge, feedback, concept maps, and…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Feedback, Guidelines, Hypermedia
Educational Technology, 1991
Describes generative learning environments for teaching mathematical problem solving that were developed at the Vanderbilt University Learning Technology Center. The theoretical framework is discussed; design principles are explained, including a video-based presentation format; and the use of videodisc and hypermedia is discussed. (37 references)…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Educational Environment, Hypermedia, Instructional Design
Lennon, Jennifer; Maurer, Hermann – Educational Technology, 1994
Examines methods of lecturing in the past, including blackboards, whiteboards, flip charts, and overhead transparencies; discusses the increasing use of computer technology and specifications for future systems; and describes possible scenarios for future lecturing technologies, including the generation of computer-assisted instructional materials…
Descriptors: Chalkboards, Charts, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design
Cates, Ward Mitchell – Educational Technology, 1992
Discusses design principles that apply to the creation of effective instructional hypermedia or multimedia products that meet the needs of teachers and students. Topics addressed include the adoption of technological innovations; curricular issues; the development of thinking skills; user needs; videodisks; interactive systems; context; and print…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Context Clues, Courseware, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedChristel, Michael G. – Human-Computer Interaction, 1994
Describes an experiment that was conducted using a digital video course to determine the effects of multimedia interface capabilities on computer-assisted instruction, particularly on recall performance and attitude. Results are reported that indicate motion video is more effective than slides, and design guidelines are suggested. (34 references)…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Design Requirements
