A manual describes the use of graphic commands in student-computer dialogues. How to construct axes, windows, boxes and various other computer displays is explained, in particular reference to the ARDS 100 and TEKTRONIX 4002 and 4010 computer terminals. Concrete examples of displays are included. The appendix contains an explanation of the use of…

A new system of computer-assisted instruction (CAI), developed at Whitworth College, is proposed called PIRATS. It is said to have the following advantages: (1) it uses an author language; (2) it provides facility for branching and responses to unpredicted answers; (3) lesson text is prepared off-line; (4) pictures can be used to accompany the…

The TUTOR logic-building language to be used with the PLATO (Programmed Logic for Automated Teaching Operations) system is explained in this manual. TUTOR is designed to transcend the difficulties of FORTRAN for a computer-based educational system utilizing graphical screen displays. The language consists of about seventy words or…

The Lister Hill National Center for Biomedical Communications has supported a program to develop a Plasma Terminal System for purposes of improving the effective delivery of computer based educational materials. This system, employing recent advances in microprocessing and storage technologies, will provide new alternatives for present users of…

This paper describes a system which operates on an independent basis as well as connected to communications network, e.g., PLATO and ASCII based communication systems. The system also has facilities for local production and use of PILOT lessons, for support of a generalized programming language (NSBASIC), and for development of graphic sequences.…

This comprehensive guide to microcomputers and their role in education discusses the general nature of microcomputers; computer languages in simple English; operating systems and what they can do for you; compatible systems; special accessories; service and maintenance; computer assisted instruction, computer managed instruction, and computer…

APL is a computer language (A Programing Language). Papers at this conference of APL users deal with the following topics: an APL approach to interactive display terminals; graphics in APL; an interactive APL graphics system; modeling a satellite experiment on APL; representing negative integers in bit vectors; APL as a teaching tool--two…

Discusses ways of providing graphic support in computer-based learning environments, outlines a simple case study involving a situation requiring graphic support, and describes several author language/systems that contain facilities to support the use of graphics. (MBR)

Describes an experiment which linked the Canadian Videotex development, TELIDON, with the Canadian CAL system based on the course author/programming language NATAL. A bibliography of 14 references is provided. (CHC)

Reviews the development of authoring systems from those present in mainframe computers to the newest versions in desktop training systems. Advances in microcomputers and the corresponding authoring systems are described, programing languages are discussed, and computer-based instructional development that includes graphical user interfaces and…

Describes a short computer program written in Logo programing language designed to provide students with new experiences in the study of vectors as they apply to classical physics. Suggestions for introductions, preparation, follow-up activities, and program examples are included. (EJS)

Examines origins of the LOGO computer programing language, describes its capabilities, and compares available LOGO systems for use on various microcomputers noting producer/distributor, price, hardware, user group, backup, debugging aids, and comments. A resource list of books, articles, newsletters, and research reports is included. (EJS)

Discusses computer assisted foreign language instruction. Describes what to look for in computers and gives common problems in hardware and software. Discusses future technology that will be useful in foreign language classrooms. (EKN)

A 10-week project conducted with 12 gifted 4th and 5th grade students (10 boys and 2 girls) examined the effectiveness of the Logo computer programming language as a tool for helping students understand some basic principles of physics. Three assumptions were tested: (1) motivated elementary school students can learn both turtle graphics and word…

This discussion of the advantages and limitations of raster graphics systems points out that until recently, most computer graphics systems have been oriented toward the display of line drawings, continually refreshing the screen from a display list of vectors. Developments such as plasma panel displays and rapidly declining memory prices have now…