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Hyper Stories: Some Guidelines for Instructional Designers.
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McLellan, Hilary – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1992
Describes an instructional design model for hypertext, the Explorer's Hypertext Story Model, which is structured around components based on a story or narrative structure. Topics discussed include learner motivation; navigation in hypertext; learner control; and the importance of understanding information in context. (34 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Context Effect, Courseware, Hypermedia
Learning to Learn Revisited: Computers and the Development of Self-Directed Learning Skills.
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Lieberman, Debra A.; Linn, Marcia C. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1991
Considers three main components of self-directed learning: (1) topic knowledge; (2) procedural skills; and (3) self-monitoring. The role of computer-assisted instruction in autonomous learning is discussed, software that fosters independent problem solving is reviewed, and it is recommended that computers be incorporated in courses emphasizing…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
Portability: Cross-Cultural Educational Perspectives.
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Ely, Donald P. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1990
Discussion of cross-cultural media transfer emphasizes computer software portability. Educational aspects of portability are discussed; types of software most suitable to portability are described; educational guidelines for portability that focus on linguistic, contextual, structural, and motivational factors are offered; and a formative…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation, Context Effect
A Longitudinal Study of Student Attitudes toward Computers: Resolving an Attitude Decay Paradox.
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McKinnon, David H.; Nolan, C. J. Patrick; Sinclair, Kenneth E. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 2000
Describes results of an integrated curriculum project in New Zealand that generated paradoxical results regarding student motivation and attitudes toward computer use during junior high school, where attitudes became less positive. Examines implications for the design and implementation of curriculum projects involving student use of computer…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Attitudes, Curriculum Development
Incorporating Computers Effectively into Classrooms.
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Trollip, Stanley R.; Alessi, Stephen M. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1988
Discusses criteria that can be used to determine whether it would be effective to integrate computers into classroom instruction. Highlights include improving the quality of instruction; the use of appropriate courseware for difficult subjects, such as algebra and chemistry; drills and practice; improving motivation; and the role and effectiveness…
Descriptors: Algebra, Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness
Relation of Computer Attitudes and Computer Attributions to Enrollment in High School Computer Courses and Self-Perceived Computer Proficiency.
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Campbell, N. Jo; Williams, Janice E. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1990
Describes a study of high school students that presents two exploratory path analyses of potentially relevant variables influencing both computer course enrollment and self-perceived computer proficiency. Computer attitudes and computer attributions are investigated, and implications for designing educational strategies are discussed. (25…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education