Discusses differences between computer-delivered instruction and print-delivered instruction and the importance of the role of the instructional design process when adapting traditional teaching materials to newer media. The use of authoring systems for preparing materials and computer-managed instruction as a support for programed instruction are…

Describes ways in which existing computer installations have been used by a university French department. Among these are: (1) a format which presented multiple choice questions applied to reading and grammar units, and (2) a new type of program designed for vocabulary review with the capability of recording individual student performance.…

Computers have affected higher education in several ways. The content of instruction has changed to include learning about computers and problem solving with computers. The impact of computers on the method of instruction has been less significant. (JN)

Examines the history of computer-based education within the context of psychological theorists of instruction, including Pressey, Thorndike, Skinner, and Crowder. Topics discussed include computer-managed instruction; computer-assisted instruction; the Computer Curriculum Corporation; PLATO; TICCIT; microcomputers; effects on students; and cost…

Presents a brief history of the development of computer-assisted instruction (CAI). Topics discussed include programmed instruction (PI); PLATO; CAI in elementary and secondary public schools; computer-managed instruction (CMI); administrative uses of computers; the development of minicomputers and microcomputers; educational software and its…

Developed by the military, the interactive videodisc system has enormous potential in public education, as this article explains. It includes a list of resources for information on videodiscs. (JW)

Advances in technology have encouraged educators to devise ways to make the educational experience more efficient and productive. The computer is a dynamic new tool for developing a range of cognitive skills. (JN)

Computer-managed instruction (CMI) refers to the management of information relating to the instruction of individuals and the delivery of information to instructors, administrators, and students. A meta-model for the possible use in the design of a CMI system and a framework for analysis and planning are described. (JN)

An authoring system obviates the need for programing in the development of computer-assisted instructional materials. Options for a variety of educational strategies are preprogramed, allowing the developer to concentrate on curricular concerns rather than software considerations. (RJG)

Reviews some representative literature in man/machine tutorial systems. Student-to-student tutoring, tutoring by proctor, tutoring in programed instruction and with teaching machines, auto/audio/video tutoring, and tutoring with computers are discussed. (RAO)

Computer-managed instruction (CMI) has potential for helping solve research and instructional management problems. Computer-managed individualized instruction involves the scoring of diagnostic tests, generation of study prescriptions, and record keeping. (JN)

Computers can effectively present many forms of instructional material. Computers can also facilitate response-judging; provide feedback; store, index, and retrieve collections of information pertaining to instruction; and assist teachers with many administrative functions. (JN)

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…

Reviews stages of development, testing, and implementation of CLIO, a series of computer-based tutorials used at Rhode Island College. Topics include a brief history, technical evaluation of the authoring system DECAL, student use of the system, available reports to instructors, and observations and recommendations regarding computer-based…

Reports results of the meta-analysis of 130 research studies on effects of instructional systems used in science teaching. Studies coded gave rise to 341 effect sizes. Systems examined included audio-tutorial, computer-linked, individualized, and media-based instructional systems, personalized system of instruction, mastery learning, self-directed…