MONIFORMS are partially completed coding formats in the TUTOR language used to create frequently used question types such as multiple choice, matching, and constructed response questions. The author adds information related to specific questions and responses, using one of several options available for tailoring a question to meet specific…

Describes various instructional materials designed to teach computer programing. These materials (primarily for the Apple II microcomputer) include books, teaching packages, videotapes, audiocassette tapes, and computer media (including programs loaded from cassettes and disks). Information on classroom packages, writing software, and selecting an…

Reviews "Atari Speed Reading" course materials (which include eight units on four cassettes, 200-page workbook, and cassette with pacer/timer program). Indicates that the course is successful in meeting its goal to help average readers double their reading speed and comprehension. (JN)

The method by which the SECTOR project evaluates instructional software takes into account the specific needs of the users and conditions of implementation. It specifies the skills of the evaluating team, the process by which courseware is evaluated, and the reasons why checklist-reviews are not considered satisfactory. (EAO)

Reviews Apple-II versions of "CyberLogo Turtle" and "Delta Drawing." Focuses on special features, educational value, design quality, written materials, and ease of use, pointing out strengths and weaknesses. Both programs are given high rankings for criteria reviewed. (JN)

Answers to six major questions related to selecting software are provided. Questions relate to accident-proof software, simple/easy-to-understand directions, computer instructions (interactive mode), continuously-displayed instruction window, help following incorrect response, and use with nonreaders. Includes checklist for user-friendly software…

The paper reviews the production activities of the Educational Media Production Project for the Hearing Impaired, a project designed to adapt existing or develop new instructional materials for the hearing impaired. (Author/CL)

Reviews user-adaptable learning games that can be customized for any subject, including Tic Tac Show and the Game Show from Computer Advanced Ideas, which are question-answer learning programs based on game shows, and Master Match from Computer Advanced Ideas and Square Pairs from Scholastic Inc., which are based on the card game Concentration.…

Suggests using videodiscs interfaced with microcomputers for educational purposes and discusses a program designed to promote use of interactive video in the field of medical education. Development of and objectives for the program, a game intended to show the potential of the system and not to teach medicine, are described. (JN)

Provides list of behavioral objectives for and description of a computer simulation on the economic theory of the firm. The program (for Apple II) focuses on demand curve, production function, and supply of resources. Descriptions of student workbook (which includes 10 investigations guiding students through the simulation) is also provided. (JN)

The Apple II microcomputer program described allows instructors with minimal programing experience to construct computer models of psychological phenomena for students to investigate. Use of these models eliminates need to maintain/house/breed animals or purchase sophisticated laboratory equipment. Several content models are also described,…

Describes interactive computer program (listing available from author) which simulates olivine fractionation from basaltic/ultrabasic liquid. The menu-driven nature of the program (for Apple II microcomputer) allows students to select ideal Rayleigh fractionation or equilibrium crystallization. (JN)

Provided is a program listing for the Apple microcomputer which helps children learn to count. From one to nine color square shapes are displayed. Displays are accompanied by sound. The player's score is revealed after 10 responses. A list of program variables is also included. (JN)

Answers to problems (in Applesoft Basic) in the Second Annual Computer Problem Solving Contest are presented, corresponding to elementary/junior/senior levels. Problems require good control of programing language, ability to solve problems, and implementing a problem-solving strategy within a computer language. Problem types include words,…

Following a discussion of drill/practice and tutorial programing techniques (SE 533 144), this part focuses on techniques dealing with text problems. Various listings are included to demonstrate such methods as the READ/DATA approach in presenting questions to students. (JN)