This is the second article in the series entitled "Reaching Distance Students with Computer Network Technology." It discusses the use of computer network technology to supplement other learning resources and online activities for optional assignments involving e-mail, online research, library catalogs, databases, electronic journals, and…

This article, the second in a two-part series on aspects of distance education, presents pedagogical considerations concerning Type I Technology, technology (such as e-mail, Listservs, newsgroups, and MOOs) used primarily to supplement other learning resources. Examines the design, development, delivery, and evaluation phases of courses using Type…

This report documents benefits and costs of restructuring two undergraduate courses at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University to better utilize instructional technology. Professors of the two courses, one in philosophy and one in microbiology, participated in workshops designed to help faculty explore the potential of electronic…