Points out differences between the "instructional design" and "authoring" approaches to creating courses and courseware for computer-assisted instruction (CAI). Describes models and procedures for designing effective CAI packages. (Author/RW)

A microcomputer for use in industrial education programs is described. The system has wide application and does not require programing skills. Graduate students may purchase disks formatted to do word processing and statistics then proceed to do the thesis or dissertation final copy at the keyboard of the terminal. (CT)

Identifies design variables directly related to the development of computer-based instruction (CBI) and shows how those variables can be applied in the actual development of a course. The design is for a computer literacy course concerned with both content and student attitudes about that content. (Author)

Reports the experiences of teaching a totally on-line introductory sociology course. Information is drawn from one of the final evaluation reports. The Virtual Classroom Project funded by the Annenberg Corporation for Public Broadcasting Project. Concludes that this is a promising and viable option for post-secondary sociology courses. (KO)

Argues that low-cost speech synthesizers used to read drafts back to students are potentially valuable aids to revision. Suggests possible classroom applications, and describes the kinds of assistance synthesizers offer writers while still allowing them to diagnose problems and to formulate their own plans for revision. (KEH)

Describes thin clients as low-cost personal computers that lack hardware features and run applications off of a school's central server or via an application service provider on the Internet. Discusses advantages, including being easy to use, easy to manage, and less costly to service; and considers possible problems. (LRW)

This document reports on an examination of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of an interactive computer program. The program is called an expert system adviser, and is for tourists planning on visiting Thailand. The expert system contains well-organized information that provides detailed coverage of Thailand. The…

Computer-based instruction can provide effective education at minimal cost. Its acceptance is hindered by lack of mature instructional methodology and course development expense. Systems should use ordinary language, should be modular and multi-purpose, individualized and flexible. Administrative and support systems must be carefully planned. (CHK)

The model presented in this paper is directed toward the improvement of the individualized instructional process by providing student achievement profiles, diagnostic reports, and suggested instructional prescriptions. (Author)

The educational problems of the United States have reached critical proportions, particularly if the nation is to maintain leadership in high technology industries. This document explores the promise technology offers for improving instruction and broadening alternatives for instructional delivery. The author considers how technologically assisted…

More than 100 microcomputer periodicals (magazines, newsletters, and journals) are reviewed in this annotated bibliography. Information provided includes publishing frequency, price (for a 1-year subscription in 1982), address, general content, and audiences, as well as subjective comments. Periodicals listed include those related to specific…

Within counselor education, attention to computer-assisted instruction, and to the use of microcomputers is just beginning. To collect information about counselor educators' use of microcomputers and to solicit opinions about the possible influence of this technology on counselor education curriculum and programming, a questionnaire was sent to…

Continuing education is an ever increasing requirement for health professionals and technicians. The use of computer assisted and computer terminal accessible modules brings the college into the health facility without the need for actual personnel movements. (Author/NH)

A brief general descussion of the proper role of computers in education. (HB)

This paper describes and comments on a seven year old's experiences with turtle graphics in order to explore some important issues with regard to using computers in education and to probe into the question of what programming ideas and projects will engage young children. The case study which is described took place at the Artificial Intelligence…