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Educational Computing at the Open University: The Second Decade.

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Butcher, P. G.; Greenberg, J. M. – Education and Computing, 1992

Reviews the use of computers to support distance learning in the multimedia teaching system of the British Open University from 1980-90. Topics addressed include hardware, courses using computers, software developments, the move to microcomputers, access, authoring tools, home-based computing, funding, and the outlook for the future. (15…

Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer System Design

Home Computing as an Integral Part of Distance Learning.

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Davies, Gordon; Preece, Jenny – Education and Computing, 1990

Discusses distance learning, describes the Open University in the United Kingdom, and describes the incorporation of home computing into computer courses at the Open University. Industrial training is discussed, a course using televised classes and one using video and printed materials are described, and future possibilities are suggested. (Three…

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer System Design, Courseware