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A Fourth Generation Distance Education System: Integrating Computer-Assisted Learning and Computer Conferencing.
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Lauzon, Allan C.; Moore, George A. B. – American Journal of Distance Education, 1989
Reviews the literature on Keller's Personalized System of Instruction (PSI), computer-assisted learning (CAL), computer conferencing (CC), and forms of instruction, then discusses how they can be integrated into a delivery system to enhance distance learning. Asynchronous individualized instruction and group instruction are also discussed. (28…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Group Instruction, Individualized Instruction
Emancipative Educational Technology.
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Boyd, Gary M. – Canadian Journal of Educational Communication, 1996
Presents a theoretical systems model for computer-mediated conferencing. Discusses Habermas' criteria for emancipative discourse (i.e., liberation or emancipation is increasing a person's abilities and opportunities to make rational choices about matters important to that person). Demonstrates why computer conferencing is best suited to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Creative Thinking, Educational Environment, Educational Principles
IT-Based Open Learning: Tasks and Tools.
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Goodyear, P.; Steeples, C. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1992
Discussion of the Just-in-Time Open Learning (JITOL) project supported by the European Commission in its DELTA Programme considers attributes of open learning and the main tasks of learners and tutors. Information technology-based tools for open learning are described and related to these tasks, and planned JITOL user trials are summarized. (17…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Educational Environment, Foreign Countries
Integrating Computer-Based Instruction with Computer Conferencing: An Evaluation of a Model for Designing Online Education.
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Lauzon, A. C. – American Journal of Distance Education, 1992
Reviews the concept of learning in distance education; explains a model that lays the conceptual foundation for successfully integrating computer-based instruction with computer conferencing for interactive distance delivery; describes a pilot project at the University of Guelph that used the model; and discusses the project's evaluation. (21…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Evaluation Methods, Foreign Countries
Computers in Education.
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Shuker, Leon; And Others – Education and Computing, 1987
Three articles address different uses of computers in education. British inservice training for primary school teachers using microcomputer-based adventure software is described; fundings of two Canadian projects using computer teleconferencing are reviewed; and the use of computer-assisted instruction for primary school mathematics education is…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Simulation, Concept Teaching
Education 2000: Forging ahead at Fearnhill School.
Coulthard, Nigel T. – Technos, 1992
Describes educational innovations that have taken place at Fearnhill School (Letchworth Garden City, England) as part of the Education 2000 project. Highlights include moving from teaching to learning; cooperation between teachers, community groups, and private sponsors; use of the library; computer technology, including conferencing; and the role…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperation, Educational Change
An Interactive Computer-Based Conferencing System to Accommodate Students' Learning Process.
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Saiedian, Hossein – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1993
Describes an integrated computer-based conferencing and mail system called ICMS (Integrated Conferencing and Mail System) that was developed to encourage students to participate in class discussions more actively. The menu-driven user interface is explained, and ICMS's role in promoting self-assessment and critical thinking is discussed. (eight…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Critical Thinking
Implementing Flexible Learning. Aspects of Educational and Training Technology XXIX. Proceedings of Annual Conference (29th, Plymouth, England, 1995).
Bell, Chris, Ed.; Bowden, Mandy, Ed.; Trott, Andrew, Ed. – 1997
Thirty-four papers explore flexible learning and its applications in higher education in the United Kingdom. The papers are: "Flexible Learning: Your Flexible Friend! Keynote Address" (Ellington); "Flexible Learning or Learning to be Flexible?" (Chalkley); "Virtually There: Flexible Learning in the New Millennium"…
Descriptors: Action Research, College Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing