Compares design of instructional system with that of data processing system, noting similarities (needs analysis, definition of required outputs, identification of inputs, need for design processing, development of procedures, testing, implementation); structured design techniques; and advantages of structured instructional system design. Warnier…

Discusses tasks, resources, and feedback, the three basic elements in the architecture of learning systems; analyzes these elements in relation to on-the-job learning; and discusses interventions to improve these processes and provide a positive contribution to the productivity of the organization by helping people learn. (MBR)

Describes the relationship between instructional technology and organization performance and examines the critical shifts in emphasis in the relationship over the past 20 years. Methodology-driven, subject-matter-driven, and "real world"-driven training systems are discussed. Two figures accompany the text. (Author/JL)

Reviews trainers' attitudes toward interactive video as well as how interactive video facilitates the learning process, the importance of the instructor, and a discussion of system hardware and the interface function. (MBR)

Discusses Low Cost Learning (LCL), an instructional system that maximizes available resources while minimizing cost per pupil, and its use in primary education in Southeast Asia. Short descriptions of LCL programs in the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Liberia are provided. (JJD)

Introduces a series of six installments on making the transition from a training/instructional design approach to human performance technology (HPT). The first installment topics include defining human performance technology; obstacles to effective HPT; and the necessary role characteristics for trainers performing HPT. (AEF)

Describes computer assisted-videodisc systems recently installed in Central Africa and discusses pertinent issues surrounding interactive videodiscs, including system and training developments and a four-part assessment and development procedure which includes cost, stimuli, environmental and fidelity considerations, the development team,…

Discusses factors which influence performance when authoring multimedia instructional materials, including background knowledge, resource accessibility, learning and teaching styles, learning or job setting, access to expertise, performance support, cooperative learning, tutorials, models, online training, and expert guidance. (Contains six…