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Hasselbring, Ted S.; And Others – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1989
The article describes the new development in technology called "hypermedia." Discussed are the historical roots of hypermedia as well as a theoretical rationale for why hypermedia can be a powerful tool for making knowledge meaningful. Examples of prototype hypermedia environments for use with special-needs learners are presented. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Hypermedia

Hall, Wendy; Layman, J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Discusses the state of desktop publishing (DTP) in education today and describes the weaknesses of the systems available for use in the classroom. Highlights include document design and layout; text composition; graphics; word processing capabilities; a comparison of commercial and educational DTP packages; and skills required for DTP. (four…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
Berger, Gertrude – 1988
The current state of computer assisted instruction (CAI) in kindergarten through grade 12 is discussed. Four formats for CAI--drill, practice, tutorial, and simulation--are defined, and a set of criteria for distinguishing between effective and ineffective CAI are described. Comparisons are made between human and computer tutors. In response to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware, Drills (Practice)