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A Program for Machine-Mediated Searching.
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Toliver, David – Information Processing and Management, 1981
Describes a technique being developed for online instruction and assistance for bibliographic database searchers called Individualized Instruction for Data Access (IIDA). The objectives of the project are discussed, as well as the use modes and flow of control of the system, and seven references are included. (Author/BK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Databases, Information Retrieval
Teaching On-Line Retrieval Systems at the University of California, Los Angeles.
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Borko, Harold – Information Processing and Management, 1978
Describes the teaching program for bibliographic retrieval systems at UCLA which provides for discussion and demonstration of online retrieval techniques in the basic courses and advanced search training in a separate course using a specially prepared training manual. (CWM)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Instruction, Demonstrations (Educational), Information Retrieval, Library Schools
Methods of Teaching On-Line Bibliographic Searching: Experience at the College of Librarianship Wales.
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Tedd, Lucy A.; Keen, E. Michael – Information Processing and Management, 1978
Discusses five main components in teaching on-line bibliographic searching: (1) general introduction, (2) specific introduction, (3) demonstration search, (4) live search, and (5) assessing search results. Methods of demonstration involving videotaped searches, audio cassettes, and digital cassettes as well as live demonstrations are analyzed as…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Demonstrations (Educational), Developed Nations