Describes projects intended to integrate competitive strategies, develop research skills, increase problem-solving ability, and foster a closer link with the apparel industry: the design of children's wear using computer-aided design technology and a project using the Functional Design Process. (Author/JOW)

Cheaper than teleconferencing, training via electronic mail offers a disciplined schedule for completing a course at students' convenience and interactivity in communicating with instructors and fellow students. (SK)

Discusses the use of a computer-illustrated text (CIT) with integrated software to teach electric circuit theory to college students. Examples of software use are given, including simple animation, graphical displays, and problem-solving programs. Issues affecting electric circuit theory instruction are also addressed, including mathematical…

Presented is a philosophy for the education of professional engineers in Belgium. Modern techniques that may be used in classical studies are analyzed. Described is a curriculum that is specific for the Belgium situation in an unified Europe. (KR)

Presents a diary account of the process of scripting and authoring a CD-ROM on the criticism of pre-20th century poetry. Shows how English teachers with limited technical backgrounds were able to acquire the necessary skills to see the project through in six months. Discusses the ups and downs of the new student-centered medium. (TB)

Describes a cross-disciplinary program at Mississippi State University that incorporates computer-aided art and design education into a new field called computational design. Curricula basics are explained; introductory and advanced courses are described; the use of computer networks is discussed; and possibilities for graduate study are explored.…

The focus of this article is on how computer graphics can be integrated throughout the engineering graphics curriculum to increase visual perceptual skills. Visual perception is defined, the need to develop it is described, and methods which engineering graphics educators can use to develop it are outlined. (KR)

Proposed is a hierarchy of visual learning giving three primary stages of visual learning as well as seven hierarchical stages. A clarification of terms associated with visual learning is presented. (KR)

Describes the conversion of graphic design studios at Virginia Commonwealth University from traditional to electronic environments. Interviews with undergraduates, graduate students, lab assistants, faculty, and administrators regarding the changing environment are summarized; and resulting conclusions and recommendations are presented. Examples…