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Gropper, George L. – Educational Technology, 2015
This article takes a contrarian position: an "instructional design" or "teacher training" model, because of the sheer number of its interconnected parameters, is too complex to assess or to compare with other models. Models may not be the way to go just yet. This article recommends instead prior experimental research on limited…
Descriptors: Instructional Design, Models, Teacher Education, Differences
Gardner, Joel – Educational Technology, 2010
Research has shown that when Merrill's First Principles of Instruction are used as part of an instructional strategy, student learning increases. Several articles describe these principles of instruction, including specific methods for implementing this theory. However, because teachers and designers often have little time to design instruction,…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Instructional Design, Literature Reviews, Educational Principles
Brown, A. Howard – Educational Technology, 1996
Discusses the appropriate use of the instructional systems design (ISD) process and compares it to the appropriate use of the dog-breeding process according to the AKC (American Kennel Club). Topics include constructivism and objectivism, or behaviorism; instructional effectiveness; and the use of design models. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Behaviorism, Comparative Analysis, Constructivism (Learning), Instructional Design
Carrier, Carol A.; Sales, Gregory C. – Educational Technology, 1987
Describes the inadequacies of the current software for computer-based instruction, and presents a framework of instructional components to guide the design of such software. A taxonomy of design considerations is then discussed, including instructional context, strategies, and technical capabilities that can be used to enhance instruction. (4…
Descriptors: Classification, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Instructional Effectiveness
Flouris, George – Educational Technology, 1989
Presents an instructional design model for software that was developed to increase the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction in the classroom. The importance of basing the design of instructional materials on valid learning theories is discussed, and efforts to increase the effectiveness of instructional software are described. (39…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Educational Technology, Flow Charts
Boyd, Enola G. – Educational Technology, 1997
The Ralls Independent School District (Texas) implemented a technology staff development program ("Training-on-Demand") designed to provide ample and effective training in technology. Describes the staff development model's three component approach: whole-group instruction, written procedures, and one-on-one or small-group sessions;…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Group Instruction, Inservice Teacher Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Merrill, M. David; And Others – Educational Technology, 1990
Discusses the relationship of constructivism with instructional design theory. Topics discussed include instructional systems development; objectives; learning versus instruction; deep learning versus surface learning; situated learning versus formal instruction; adaptive learning; and the role of interactive educational technology in the design…
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Objectives, Educational Technology, Educational Theories
Smith, Marshall S.; Casserly, Catherine M. – Educational Technology, 2002
Reviews the framework developed by the Expert Panel on Educational Technology, considers the tradeoffs of its broad-based approach, and presents an alternative model for assessing educational technology programs. Discusses what can be expected from educational technology programs; how educational change occurs; barriers to effective technology…
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria
Pritchard, William H., Jr.; And Others – Educational Technology, 1989
Discussion of courseware evaluation for computer-based training (CBT) highlights the CITAR Computer Courseware Evaluation Model (CCEM), which was developed at the Center for Interactive Technology, Applications, and Research (CITAR) at the University of South Florida. Instructional and interactive characteristics of commercially available CBT…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Courseware, Flow Charts
Campoy, Renee – Educational Technology, 1992
Considers the role of educational technology in two views of the school reform movement: one that demands more from the existing educational system, and one that calls for restructuring of the existing system. The effectiveness of technology is addressed, models for technology use are described, and technology and constructivism are discussed. (31…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware
Casteel, Carolyn P.; Johnson, Lowell E. – Educational Technology, 1989
Discussion of personalized instruction focuses on reading education and presents a systems model for teachers called a Teacher System for Personalized Instruction (TSPI). Topics discussed include diagnosing the needs of the learner; self-paced learning; motivation; achievement; mastery learning; evaluation plan; and cognitive, affective,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Affective Objectives, Cognitive Objectives, Individualized Instruction
Siegel, Martin A.; Sousa, Gerald A. – Educational Technology, 1994
Discussion of the educational effectiveness of textbooks focuses on a model of a virtual textbook that relies on hypermedia. Highlights include changing roles of teachers, students, and content; systemwide features of the virtual textbook, including interface and object-oriented design; classroom environment; sequencing; and a prototype. (Contains…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Assisted Instruction, Content Analysis, Educational Change
Becker, Henry Jay – Educational Technology, 1992
Discusses methods of improving the performance of integrated learning systems (ILSs). Topics addressed include the theoretical basis of ILSs; appropriate level of instruction; academic learning time; motivation; quality of instruction; a study of elementary students' use of ILSs; individualized and homogeneous group activities; mixed-ability…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Courseware