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Peer reviewedMize, Charles D. – TechTrends, 1996
Presents basic facts and issues about using desktop video communication (DVC) in education. Discusses DVC's virtual "face-to-face" interaction; costs and quality of DVC software; the Internet Protocol (IP) address; types of Internet access; bandwidth; digital cameras; and the need for careful consideration and planning. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education, Costs
Peer reviewedRepman, Judi; Logan, Suzanne – TechTrends, 1996
Explores techniques for creating cohesive active learning communities in which information can be linked to real-world experiences. Discusses four types of interactions that take place in distance learning environments: learner-content, learner-instructor, learner-learner, and learner-interface. Offers strategies for overcoming common barriers to…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Cooperative Learning
Peer reviewedFurst-Bowe, Julie – TechTrends, 1996
Discusses the use of MOOs (Multi-User Dimension/Dungeon Object Oriented), text-based virtual reality environments, in education. Highlights include connecting to a network; exploring several MOOs to determine which is most appropriate; and familiarizing students with the MOO's interaction and behavior policies, as well as how to operate in the…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Environment
