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Myslewski, Rik; Garcia, Nathan – NewMedia, 1998
Reviews and compares the following nine laptop computers, focusing on their capabilities for multimedia presentations: Apple Macintosh PowerBook G3, Chem USA ChemBook 9780, Compaq Armada 7792DMT, Dell Inspiron 3000 mZ66xT, Hewlett-Packard OmniBook 3000CTX, IBM ThinkPad 770, Micro Express NP8233MMX, NEC Versa 6260, and Panasonic CF-63. Evaluation…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Selection, Costs, Evaluation Criteria
Dyrli, Odvard Egil; Kinnaman, Daniel E. – Technology & Learning, 1995
This first in a five-part series of articles that form the basis for a professional development course on the impact of technology on classroom curriculum focuses on obstacles faced by teachers in bringing technology into the classroom and strategies to overcome them. Multimedia instruction, hypermedia, and computer networking are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Costs
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Smith, Mac; Gustafson, Kent – TechTrends, 1995
Describes the use of a barcode reader, rather than a computer, to control an interactive videodisc for presentations and self-paced tutorials. Highlights include hardware and software used; remote and direct communication; a HyperCard-based program to make barcodes; and converting an existing program. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software, Higher Education, Hypermedia
Bainbridge, Stephen V. – Journal of Instruction Delivery Systems, 1995
Discusses the development of interactive media-delivered training. Highlights include examples; indicators for using multimedia; factors for successful implementation; learning and performance development; evaluating hardware options; technology choices, including interactive videodisc, compact disc interactive, CD-ROM, networked interactive…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Distance Education
Sammons, Martha C. – Educational Technology Review, 1995
Describes the process of creating recordable CD-ROMs for faculty classroom multimedia presentations that combine the benefits of traditional overhead transparencies with the benefits of multimedia. Highlights include hardware; software, including presentation software, media integrators, and authoring software; image databases; file management…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Selection, Computer Software, Database Management Systems
Dulworth, Michael R. – Journal of Instruction Delivery Systems, 1996
Presents an overview of interactive multimedia learning systems. Highlights include hardware platforms; authoring programs; benefits; cost savings; empowerment; multiple sensory learning; barriers to implementation; a strategy for the improvement of existing training programs; an evaluation checklist; and possible future developments. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Check Lists, Computer Selection, Cost Effectiveness
Barron, Tom – Training and Development, 1996
This primer on authoring tools for training provides tips on selecting software, questions to assess whether to use it, and a directory of companies selling multimedia authoring products. (SK)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Multimedia Instruction
Trotter, Andrew – Executive Educator, 1990
Teachers can produce and direct their own instructional videos using computer-driven multimedia. Outlines the basics in combining audio and video technologies to produce videotapes that mix animated and still graphics, sound, and full-motion video. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers, Multimedia Instruction
Wright, Elizabeth E. – Journal of Instruction Delivery Systems, 1993
Discussion of the use of multimedia for training considers when multimedia is appropriate, what the potential benefits are, and how to effectively manage the development process. An informal study of multimedia projects is presented that identifies problem variables, including hardware and software decisions, organizational dynamics, and…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Multimedia Instruction
Klenow, Carol – Instructor, 1993
Examines the use of computers, strategies for using packaged software and the use of multimedia in the elementary school classroom. Information on telecommunication software and examples of its use are also provided. The article includes addresses and phone numbers for acquiring product information. (GLR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computers
Litchfield, Brenda C. – Computing Teacher, 1992
Provides the rationale and purpose underlying an evaluation of criteria form appropriate for inquiry-based science software or interactive multimedia programs. A copy of the form is included. (JJK)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
O'Mara, Heather – Distance Education Report, 2000
Presents criteria for selecting courseware for online classes. Highlights include ease of use, including navigation; assessment tools; advantages of Java-enabled courseware; advantages of Oracle databases, including scalability; future possibilities for multimedia technology; and open architecture that will integrate with other systems. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Courseware, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods
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Wulfekuhle, Nicholas – T.H.E. Journal, 1994
Provides a framework for selecting a hypermedia authoring system for use in developing interactive computer-based training (CBT). Criteria for analyzing three major functions are explained: learner control, including user friendliness, and online help; information presentation, including the ability to add audio and visual elements; and source…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development
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Gray, Bob A. – TechTrends, 1991
Reviews approaches using computer-assisted instruction that may be effective strategies to use with at-risk students. Highlights include developing an Individual Educational Plan (IEP); criteria for selecting appropriate educational software; keeping parents informed; the use of multimedia; high standards and performance-based evaluation; and…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Courseware
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Robertson, Jenifer Wals – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1994
Addresses usability issues pertaining to the purpose of educational software, followed by suggestions for ways in which educational software can meet the language, physical, social, and cognitive needs of children. Guidelines and recommendations are provided for adapting usability engineering and testing procedures to educational software to…
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Computer System Design
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