The author offers information on 11 modification techniques that may make commercial software programs more appropriate for learning disabled students. (CL)

The author discusses the relationship between traditional folk media and modern communication services. His comments on the use of folk media to support learning in diverse cultures are aimed at modern educators reaching out to learners who are more in tune with traditional media and methods than with electronic devices. (Editor/CT)

Discusses reuse of existing software for new purposes as a key aspect of efficient software engineering by matching formal written requirements used to define the new and the old software. Explores two matching methodologies that use information retrieval techniques and describes test results from a comparison of two military systems. (Author/LRW)

Addresses the issue of reusability in personalized Web-based learning environments, focusing on the work of the European IST Project KOD (Knowledge on Demand), including the definition of an architecture and the implementation of a system that promotes re-usable adaptive educational e-content. (Author/LRW)

Discussion of the development of written instructional materials for distance education focuses on the transformation of existing materials into good teaching materials by course teams. Changes in the course as a whole are considered as well as changes in the materials; checklists are provided; and examples are given of transformed materials.…

Describes how the integration of sound and images in multimedia presentations may affect the future of writing. Discusses the impact on the concepts of "author" and "authorship." Focuses on the importance of knowing how integrated media texts work. Posits that children already perceive the relationship between image, word, and sound as being…

Describes an Environment for Courseware Use (ECU), an information system that requires that a courseware product be adaptable within the environment in which it is going to be used. The use of computers in educational organizations is discussed; the use of adaptable products in an ECU is considered, and information modeling of environments for…

Explores a set of associated texts linked with the film "Men in Black." States that different materials offer varying reading invitations. Offers a schema of such reading invitations, developed from the "Men in Black" texts that involves seven categories: immersion, recapitulation, second-level engagement, technical analysis, commentary, spin-off,…

The case for learning patterns as a design method for accessible and adaptable learning objects is explored. Patterns and templates for the design of learning objects can be derived from successful existing learning resources. These patterns can then be reused in the design of new learning objects. We argue that by attending to criteria for reuse…

This paper examines four challenges facing residential treatment programs: Providing short-term treatment, increasing family involvement, preparing children for life in the community, and offering a "hospital level of care." It shows that past problems in these areas have arisen from the social conditions and historical circumstances in which…

This document lists the sacred texts of many world religions, in a variety of languages, translations, and versions, that are available in special media. The information provided for the materials includes source, medium, availability, and title. Priority was given to citing complete works; portions are listed only if they are unique in…

The Frame Game is a second language conversation activity that allows instructors to determine the content. The activity provides a structure for communication between students and adapts easily to almost any topic. The basic version of the game has been adapted from a management training activity, and is presented along with several variations…

Procedures enabling the placement of diacritical markings over a character for printing in PostScript fonts on an Apple LaserWriter printer are described. The procedures involve some programming in the PostScript Language and manipulation of Adobe PostScript fonts. It is assumed that Microsoft Word will be used to create the text to be printed.…

The author describes the Theatre for Development program in Africa. This program uses native community theater to teach the public lessons about health, work methods, and other topics that the public is unlikely to pursue actively through the print media. (CH)

When faculty at a small public university were asked if they would make 23 accommodations (instructional, assignment, and examination modifications) for learning disabled students, most were willing to make such adjustments. Only those adjustments which faculty felt differed significantly in degree from standards held for all students were…