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Hartley, James – Educational Communication and Technology, 1987
Examination of how far research work on the design of printed text can inform research on the design of electronic text centers on three areas: the layout of instructional text, the role of typographic cueing, and the presentation of graphic materials. Future research needs are discussed, and 101 references are provided. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Courseware, Graphs, Illustrations
Peer reviewedTaylor, Vincent L.; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1984
The pre-math computer program for preschool children that is described is divided into subprograms representing different basic numerical concepts--discrimination, recognition, and recall--and presents research design used to test the program's effectiveness with Head Start preschool children. Results indicate the program was ineffective…
Descriptors: Courseware, Graphs, Instructional Material Evaluation, Number Concepts
Peer reviewedGrabinger, R. Scott – Computers in Human Behavior, 1989
Examines the current state of research into the visual effects of screen designs used in computer-assisted instruction and suggests areas for future efforts. Topics discussed include technical elements and comprehensibility elements in layout design; single element and multiple element research methodologies; dependent variables; and learning…
Descriptors: Comprehension, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Instructional Design
Computer-Assisted Instruction in Health Professions Education: A Review of the Published Literature.
Peer reviewedHmelo, Cindy E. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1990
Reviews the research literature on the use of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) in the education of health professionals. The use of tutorial software, computer simulation, and interactive multimedia are discussed; the fields of nursing, medical, pharmaceutical, and allied health occupations education are covered; and further research needs are…
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware
Sanchez, Jaime Hernan – Educational Technology, 1991
Provides an overview of current issues in the implementation and usage of computers in Latin American schools. Ten major trends are discussed, including national policies, training for teachers, computer literacy, software, hardware, curriculum implementation based on programing languages, private support, the absence of networks, publications,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Courseware
Peer reviewedKrendl, Kathy A.; Lieberman, Debra A. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1988
This literature review examines recent research on computers and learning for kindergarten through post secondary levels. The dominant areas of inquiry are: (1) effects on learning; (2) development of cognitive skills; (3) academic motivation and self-esteem; (4) effects of environmental factors on learners; and (5) research methodology. (111…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Educational Environment
