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Dance, Frank E. X., ed. – Communication Education, 1985
Includes two reviews of computer software that may serve the speech communication professional: Fast Graphs and PC-File III. (PD)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Databases
Dunnewin, Larry – Database, 1986
Describes the uses of Lotus 1-2-3 (a spreadsheet-graphics-database program created by Lotus Development Corporation) and Symphony 1.1 (a refinement and expansion of Symphony 1.01 providing memory efficiency, speed, ease of use, greater file compatibility). Spreadsheet and graphics capabilities, the use of windows, database environment, and…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Databases, Display Systems
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Kendall, Diane; Budin, Howard – Social Education, 1987
This article presents an interview with Robert Taylor, a leading figure in educational computing. Among the topics covered are: (1) current developments in educational computing, (2) the changing role of teachers, (3) the resources computer technology will provide to social studies teachers, and (4) whether the probable future uses of computers…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Databases
Videodisc/Videotext, 1982
The Video PATSEARCH system consists of a microcomputer with a special keyboard and two display screens which accesses the PATSEARCH database of United States government patents on the Bibliographic Retrieval Services (BRS) search system. The microcomputer retrieves text from BRS and matching graphics from an analog optical videodisc. (Author/JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Databases, Indexes, Information Retrieval
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Crawford, David – Library Hi Tech, 1991
Discusses the use of computers in music and music education. Topics discussed include the use of computers to assist in music composition and performance; changing employment opportunities for studio musicians; multimedia applications, including high resolution graphics; editing and publishing music; and database projects. (14 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Databases, Employment Opportunities
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Craven, Timothy C. – Information Processing and Management, 1980
Proposes a single underlying structure for the production of a variety of computer index displays, using a networking system which represents both concepts and links by nodes. Desirable characteristics of index displays are outlined, and algorithmic extraction of subnetworks for local use is discussed. References are included. (Author/BK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Automatic Indexing, Computer Graphics, Databases
O'Leary, Mick – Database, 1990
Predicts that online searching in the 1990s will be characterized by end users discovering faster and easier ways to access information. Predicted trends that are discussed include databases designed for end users, pricing innovations, increased use of CD-ROM products, improved computer graphics, and the expansion of database products into the…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Graphics, Databases, Online Searching
Barron, Daniel D. – School Library Media Activities Monthly, 1995
Discusses geographic information systems (GIS) and their use in elementary and secondary education. Databases are described, including a graphics package for maps and an alphanumeric database; and resources are included. (11 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Curriculum Development, Databases
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Berry, P. A. M.; Meadows, A. J. – Journal of Documentation, 1987
Reviews the current status of satellite remote sensing data, including problems with efficient storage and rapid retrieval of the data, and appropriate computer graphics to process images. Areas of research concerned with overcoming these problems are described. (16 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Graphics, Computer Storage Devices, Copyrights
Sheingold, Karen; And Others – 1983
Consumers and producers of educational software must make decisions about what kind of software to buy and create. Both groups must base these decisions on criteria that consider what it is important to learn in our technological era, what is workable, and what is currently practical and cost-effective. Five criteria that are central to these…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing
Keesling, J. Ward – 1986
This paper describes analytical concepts that can be applied to a comprehensive database containing information on students, teachers, and schools. The concepts are presented in terms of displays, potential inferences, and possible difficulties. Statistical techniques are mentioned, but not rigorously developed. Focus is on displays that can be…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Data Analysis, Database Management Systems, Databases
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Kerr, Stephen T. – Machine-Mediated Learning, 1985
Describes videotex development; discusses optimal internal organization, visual display, and presentation of information on videotex screen; addresses policy issues of equity, privacy, and costs that affect instructional use of videotex; outlines videotex field trials and experiments within education; and draws conclusions on significance of…
Descriptors: Color, Computer Graphics, Costs, Databases
Chen, Ching-Chih – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1989
Discusses the historical development of hypertext/hypermedia, recent advances in their application, and potential problems with this technology. A hypermedia research and development project (PROJECT EMPEROR-I) that experimented with several major delivery system platforms is described and the potential of this type of application for librarians,…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Databases, Delivery Systems, Hypermedia
Smith, Alan D. – 1984
There are increasing numbers of commercially available computer graphics packages, both in terms of hardware and software, that can be utilized by instructors, practitioners, and students of education. With the proliferation of low-cost graphic terminals, time-sharing capabilities, and recent advances in mini- and microcomputers, computer graphics…
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Data Analysis
Richer, Mark H.; Clancey, William J. – 1985
This paper describes GUIDON-WATCH, a graphic interface that uses multiple windows and a mouse to allow a student to browse a knowledge base and view reasoning processes during diagnostic problem solving. The GUIDON project at Stanford University is investigating how knowledge-based systems can provide the basis for teaching programs, and this…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Clinical Diagnosis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
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