Describes the mechanical components of interactive video and details the steps toward constructing self-paced counseling modules based on this technology. Includes a discussion of ethical and practical consideratons. (LLL)

Describes the educational use of Commodore's PET 2001 microcomputer system in terms of function and cost, and presents specific examples of use in tertiary-level physiology teaching. (Author/CMV)

Dramatic reduction in the cost of electronics has brought to the marketplace computers that are cheaper than terminals. Many schools and universities are acquiring several minicomputers instead of time-sharing with one large system. (BD)

Explains I-Help, a computer-based peer help network where students can ask and answer questions about assignments and courses based on the metaphor of a help desk. Highlights include cognitive style; user modeling in I-Help; matching helpers to helpees; and types of questions. (Contains 64 references.) (LRW)

Discussion of modern instructional theories focuses on the use of computer-based instructional design tools to help deal with the growing complexity of the design process and the resulting instructional systems. Presents a framework to distinguish different kinds of instructional design tools. (Author/LRW)

Discusses how to avoid pornographic sites when using the Internet in classrooms. Highlights include re-setting the Internet home page; putting appropriate links in a Word document; creating a Web page with appropriate links; downloading the content of a Web site; educating the students; and re-checking all Web addresses. (LRW)

Middle school principal describes unanticipated problems associated with providing every student with a laptop computer. Discusses efforts to solve problems related to computer-assisted instruction such as weak student keyboarding skills, improper room configuration, and overuse of shared printers. (PKP)

The authors of this article discuss three pedagogical approaches, learning community, community of practice and community learning, and analyse their significance for knowledge acquisition and construction in higher education. The authors also explore the roles of technology in creating adequate environments for educators to implement teaching…