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Larsen, Ronald E. – Educational Technology, 1985
Reviews characteristics of computer-based training (CBT) that make application of communication theories appropriate and presents principles from communication theory (e.g., general systems theory, symbolic interactionism, rule theories, and interpersonal communication theories) to illustrate how CBT developers can profitably apply them to…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Definitions
Lynch, William – Educational Technology, 1990
Discussion of the social role that computers play in the classroom focuses on an empirical study of human-computer interaction. Classes of high school and undergraduate students are described that were chosen to examine interactivity patterns among students with significantly different social characteristics. (11 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Higher Education, Interaction
Hazen, Margret – Educational Technology, 1985
Discusses learner/computer interaction, learner control, sequencing of instructional events, and graphic screen design as effective principles for the design of instructional software, including tutorials. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Courseware, Data Analysis, Feedback
Borsook, Terry K.; Higginbotham-Wheat, Nancy – Educational Technology, 1991
This article examines the concept of interactivity and discusses human-to-human interactivity versus computer-to-human interaction in education. Levels of communicative interdependence are explained, variables that are important ingredients of interactivity are discussed, learner control is discussed, and two interactive instructional systems are…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Development
Gilbert, Larry; Moore, David R. – Educational Technology, 1998
Defines social and instructional interaction and outlines key elements influencing the design of adaptive computer-mediated learning. Discusses options for the design of interactivity: Web-based, groupware, programming tools, and hybrid course design programs; proposes a graphical model for choosing design tools balancing interactivity and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Software Development, Courseware
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
Firdyiwek, Yitna – Educational Technology, 1999
Examines three integrated-courseware systems for Web-based online courses and considers the integration of pedagogy in courseware authoring systems. Topics include knowledge; learning; motivation; and pedagogy based on effective use of electronic learning environments for the development of cognitive skills through access to information,…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware
