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Peer reviewedButcher, P. G.; Greenberg, J. M. – Education and Computing, 1992
Reviews the use of computers to support distance learning in the multimedia teaching system of the British Open University from 1980-90. Topics addressed include hardware, courses using computers, software developments, the move to microcomputers, access, authoring tools, home-based computing, funding, and the outlook for the future. (15…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer System Design
Peer reviewedPaulsen, Morten Flate – Education and Computing, 1992
Presents a 10-step goal-oriented method for establishing an electronic college. Commitment to training, support, and motivation of people is advocated, as well as technological expertise. Each of the steps is described in detail using the "TowerNet" system from the Adult Education Department at Pennsylvania State University as a case…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedDavies, Gordon; Preece, Jenny – Education and Computing, 1990
Discusses distance learning, describes the Open University in the United Kingdom, and describes the incorporation of home computing into computer courses at the Open University. Industrial training is discussed, a course using televised classes and one using video and printed materials are described, and future possibilities are suggested. (Three…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer System Design, Courseware
