The author discusses computer teleconferencing and electronic bulletin boards (EBB) and gives reasons why trainers need to understand this technology's potential in international training. An evaluation of the use of an EBB in an undergraduate engineering course is provided. (CT)

Using a computer for interactive training opens up a whole new range of capabilities which would otherwise be prohibitively expensive. This article reviews procedures for developing programs and introduces ideas for exploration. (JOW)

Describes systems management, the coordination of information flows among the functional areas of business as an aid in the decision-making process. (Author)

This article describes some of the factors that will facilitate or retard the use of microcomputers, some of the theoretical problems that will have to be faced, and some of the possible applications of the microcomputer in adult education. (CT)

An approach is presented which uses the sociotechnical systems concept and a generic planning model as a guiding perspective in the implementation of computer-aided design and manufacturing technologies. (CT)

The use of computer-based learning (CBL) is discussed. The author examines the appropriate use of the technology; its cost; identifying the best potential applications of CBL; and the use of CBL by major airlines, oil companies, universities, manufacturers, and government. (CT)