Offers several definitions of multimedia, identifies a sample of the most popular multimedia technologies, and provides a discussion of their content. Summaries of software and a few brief case studies of successful elementary and secondary implementations are presented. Addresses of publishers of products mentioned in the article are appended.…

Provides illustrated examples of Mosaic pages of Internet-based information developed by elementary school students and teachers. Descriptions include how hypertext mark-up language (HTML) is used to create the pages and link them with Internet resources, and directions for using Mosaic to access other examples and additional information are…

Reviews issues associated with the development of information technology (IT) skills in higher education and considers the implications for library and information studies students. Highlights include graphical user interfaces; resources; documentation; staffing resources; teaching and learning processes; changing technology; new perspectives;…

Explores how people with disabilities use computer technology, as well as the issues involved in using this technology to access electronically published materials. Topics discussed include definitions of disability; uses of adaptive technology; the physical environment; documentation, training, and support; problems in accessing electronic media;…

The federal Escrowed Encryption Standard (EES) has been opposed by civil liberties advocates and the computer industry. The author argues that the standard does not threaten privacy as long as its use remains voluntary, alternative forms of encryption are allowed, and the power of government to intercept transmission is kept in check. (20…

Describes a computer tutorial program that teaches the fundamentals of discrimination learning in a college-level psychology course. Asserts that neither homework nor study guides provides the help that the tutorial program does for weaker students. Includes information about obtaining a free copy of the tutorial program. (CFR)

Describes a project designed to help high school language students learn about French-speaking countries that uses HyperCard and telecommunications capabilities and can be adapted to other related curriculum areas. Highlights include cooperative group work using the Internet and creating HyperCard stacks. (three references.) (LRW)

Introduces the concept of abductive reasoning; discusses its importance for instructional designers in education; and describes the development of a computer program called the Abductive Reasoning Tool (ART) that helps students learn and understand abductive logic. Highlights include abduction and creativity, and field-testing ART with…

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (New York) is requiring all of its 1,000 freshmen to take required calculus courses utilizing the "Maple" computer program which can perform computations and quickly plot graphs. The program is intended to free students from meaningless manipulations and focus on concepts. Most students have reacted…

Discusses various aspects of multimedia instruction, including differences in goals from those of computer-assisted instruction; guidelines for the successful use of interactive multimedia instruction; the use of multimedia lessons in an introductory chemistry course; applications of multimedia instruction for indexing, hypermedia, simulations,…

Based on an understanding of student characteristics and learning processes, the teacher training model described provides for the integration of microcomputers and computer-assisted instruction into the classroom using a learning center format. The model includes an introductory workshop, supervision, support, and periodic evaluation. (14…

Describes the design of a customized online service at the Lister Hill Library (Alabama) that used a dial-in modem system to provide remote access to medical research materials. Problems with hardware and software incompatibility are discussed, user training is described, and the successful results are reviewed. (LRW)

Assesses the progress made in computational stylistics over the past 25 years. Discusses theoretical notions of style. Describes certain trends that emerge from relevant articles in conference proceedings and academic journals. Concludes there has been progress in the accumulation of data, the creation of databases and archives, and construction…

Examines the origins of small-group learning and distinguishes cooperative learning from other methods. Highlights include assessing the effects of cooperative learning, including cognitive effects; designing effective software for cooperative groups, including accountability, interdependence, interaction, ability grouping, age, collaborative…

Describes types of cooperation which allow publishers, electronic companies, and software developers to share expertise and resources while developing hypermedia. Highlights include (S)GML (Standard Generalized Markup Language); producing hypermedia; authoring; and steps in the development of hypermedia, including database management systems.…