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Mason, Robert T. – ProQuest LLC, 2011
An interoperability gap exists between Learning Management Systems (LMSs) and Learning Object Repositories (LORs). Learning Objects (LOs) and the associated Learning Object Metadata (LOM) that is stored within LORs adhere to a variety of LOM standards. A common LOM standard found in LORs is the Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)…
Descriptors: Expertise, Information Systems, Course Content, Metadata
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Warden, William H., III; Warden, Bette M. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Description of database management systems for microcomputers highlights system features and factors to consider in microcomputer system selection. A method for ranking database management systems is explained and applied to a defined need, i.e., software support for indexing a weekly newspaper. A glossary of terms and 32-item bibliography are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Design Requirements, Evaluation Criteria
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Kampfner, Roberto R. – Information Processing and Management, 1985
Presents a formal model for specification of logical requirements of computer-based information systems that incorporates structural and dynamic aspects based on two separate models: the Logical Information Processing Structure and the Logical Information Processing Network. The model's role in systems development is discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Design Requirements, Information Needs, Information Processing
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Luce, Richard E. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
The IRVING Library Network provides state-of-the-art design, using a distributed packet switched network which implements parts of the Open System Interconnection Reference Model as defined by International Standards Organization. It provides gateway to other networks without disturbing local host systems and creates network language. Glossary and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Consortia, Design Requirements, Information Systems
Jacso, Peter; Lancaster, F. W. – 1999
This book is intended to help librarians and others to produce databases of better value and quality, especially if they have had little previous experience in database construction. Drawing upon almost 40 years of experience in the field of information retrieval, this book emphasizes basic principles and approaches rather than in-depth and…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Database Design
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Moran, Thomas P., Ed.; And Others – Human-Computer Interaction, 1985
Individual papers discussing various facets of human relationships with interactive computer systems present an analysis of direct manipulation interfaces; discuss notion of conceptual models shared by system and user and propose a design methodology for delivering models to users; and address the intelligibility of systems and importance of…
Descriptors: Change Agents, Cognitive Processes, Computer Software, Design Requirements