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Catherall, Paul – Policy Futures in Education, 2008
This article examines the broad scope of systemised learning (e-learning) in post-statutory education. Issues for discussion include the origins and forms of learning systems, including technical and educational concepts and approaches, such as distributed and collaborative learning. The VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) is defined as the…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Libraries, Educational Environment, Educational Technology
Heuston, Dustin H. – 1983
Some emerging patterns in educational computing permit speculation about future trends in educational computer hardware, software, and applications. Ultimately, three types of hardware units will be used by schools: professional systems, personal computers (microcomputers), and a new generation of inexpensive personal computers that can be…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
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Hanley, Tom V. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1993
This response to Woodward and Noell (EC 607 857) notes the heavy investment of time required to develop educational software and specifically addresses concerns about computer-assisted instruction which does not incorporate computer-managed instruction; the supposedly "unique" needs of students with disabilities; and current technological…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Development
Lewis, Matthew W. – 1992
A literature search that included project reports, overviews, software reviews, and other sources from a variety of settings and a focus group meeting of vocational educators were conducted to determine developments in computer-based education, their applications to vocational education, and barriers to the use of computer-based technology in the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computers
Sattes, Beth D., Ed. – 1983
the 1983 Appalachia Educational Laboratory (AEL) Forum brought together educational researchers and practitioners to learn from one another by sharing their innovations, successes, concerns, and progress in utilizing research and development to promote excellence in their state and local education agencies. Two thematic strands: (1) applications…
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computers, Educational Trends
Parry, James D.; Ferrara, Joseph M. – 1984
Knowledge-based expert computer systems are addressing issues relevant to all special educators, but are particularly relevant in rural settings where human experts are less available because of distance and cost. An expert system is an application of artificial intelligence (AI) that typically engages the user in a dialogue resembling the…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Delivery Systems
Swartz, Donna – Research in Developmental Education, 1985
A mail survey of two-year colleges was conducted to identify (1) two-year colleges using computer technology to teach reading, (2) the types of hardware and software used, (3) the courses in which computer technology is used, and (4) the ways in which computer technology is used in two-year college reading programs. Responses from 181 two-year…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, Community Colleges, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction