Some in the field of educational technology have called for offering bachelor's degrees. Unfortunately, the literature base only provides guidance on designing, developing, and delivering master's and doctoral degree programs. This article, in distinction, focuses on the design of a bachelor's degree program by focusing on the perceptions of…

Describes the instructional redesign of a physical therapy course through the stages of planning, implementation, and evaluation following a model developed by the Instructional Development Institute. (RAO)

Describes a survey of full-time college faculty that was conducted to investigate the advantages and disadvantages experienced by faculty using computer-involved instruction (CII). The pace at which computer technology is being integrated into instruction is examined, and the impact of CII on the realization of learning objectives by the average…

Results of a survey of educational technology graduate students at San Diego State University (SDSU) include student characteristics, reasons for attending SDSU, and occupational aspirations and job titles. Also presented are questions and issues relating to marketing efforts, curriculum improvements, and trend anticipation that were raised by the…

Describes a study that explored the current uses of computers in curriculum development and curriculum management as reported by a selected sample of American school districts. Results highlight reasons for using computers, software used, computer capabilities for speed and efficiency in handling data, and testing and evaluation activities. (five…

Examines factors that affect the successful implementation of integrated learning systems (ILSs). Empirical studies of ILSs are discussed; implementation models are considered; and factors that facilitate or hinder implementation are described, including student time on the system, teacher involvement, integration with the classroom curriculum,…

Describes a study of eighth-grade students that investigated the impact of computer simulations on students' ability to generalize scientific concepts from classroom to naturally occurring problems. A curriculum for teaching thermodynamics that was reformulated to emphasize integration of understanding is described, and student reactions are…

Reports results of a survey of California public schools that was conducted to determine their educational technology applications. Highlights include types of equipment used, including computers, video, and audiovisual; telecommunication facilities; curriculum areas using technology; student use of computer software programs; staff development;…