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Peer reviewedDias, Paulo; Gomes, Maria Joao; Correia, Ana Paula – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1999
Reviews several mechanisms to support navigation in hypertext following a brief discussion of the phenomena of disorientation in hyperspace. Categorizes ways to support navigation in terms of the following: solutions regarding the tools to support navigation; solutions regarding interface and navigation metaphors; and solutions regarding hardware…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Hypermedia, Information Retrieval, Information Seeking
Peer reviewedBeishuizen, Jos; And Others – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1996
This discussion of hypertext focuses on a study of undergraduates that explored the conditions for making hypertext a better environment than a traditional linear text for studying and for an information search. Highlights include the influence of students' learning styles; and the availability of navigation tools. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Environment, Higher Education
Peer reviewedHesse, Friedrich W.; Unz, Dagmar C. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1999
Outlines important issues to consider when analyzing navigation in hypertext. Identifies internal and external factors of learning and information seeking with hypertext, and presents a summary of related research. Addresses different criteria for analyzing navigation patterns and focuses on the shortcomings of present studies. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Evaluation Methods, Hypermedia, Information Retrieval
