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Gillett, B. E.; Lawrence, J. L. – AEDS Journal, 1981
Discusses vehicle routing problems and solutions. Describes testing of an interactive computer graphics package combining several types of solutions that allows users with little or no experience to work out routing problems. (Author/RW)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Online Systems, Traffic Circulation
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Thorne, M. P. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 1980
The current use of microcomputers in the British educational system seems dogged by a mainframe philosophy. As a consequence, the educational potential of microcomputer peripherals has not been carefully considered. Research is urgently needed in this area so that decisions are made on strong educational and technical grounds. (Author/LLS)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computers, Foreign Countries
Sauer, Jeff; Murphy, Sam – NewMedia, 1997
In this comparison, NewMedia lab looks at 10 Pentium II workstations preconfigured for demanding three dimensional and multimedia work with OpenGL cards and fast Ultra SCSI hard drives. Highlights include costs, tests with Photoshop, technical support, and a sidebar that explains Accelerated Graphics Port. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Costs, Multimedia Materials
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Kuntz, Jerry – Library Hi Tech, 1997
Provides background information on the development of the Ramapo Catskill Library System's (NY) LibraryLand Web site. Highlights include other library-related resource guides on the Web; an emphasis on public libraries; graphics; links; the use of HTML; and templates for designing library home pages. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Design Requirements, Library Services, Public Libraries
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Boulet, Marie-Michele; And Others – Computers and Education, 1990
Discusses intervention modules for use with computer software and describes the development of an intelligent advisor system, or help system, to aid a user in developing a conceptual data model using the entity-relation method and graphics software. Knowledge acquisition is discussed, and an example of an advisor intervention is given. (49…
Descriptors: Cognitive Psychology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
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Crawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1994
Discusses microcomputer-based graphics and describes software for Windows and other operating systems. Highlights include file formats for painting and drawing; sources of artwork, including clip art, scanning, and public domain images; examples; and graphics toolkits. A review of 26 recent articles on personal computers, other hardware, and…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Art Products, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
Jungblut, Joseph A. – Quill and Scroll, 1995
States that every editor, designer, and printer has a favorite typeface and can usually give solid reasons for its use. Discusses the important aspects of type choice and use. Provides examples that illustrate typography terminology as well as special typographical effects that can be created with computers and software programs. (PA)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computers, High Schools
McGreal, Rory – ED, Education at a Distance, 1994
Presents principles of screen design applied to the use of visuals on computer monitors during teleconferencing, including formatting; color; text design; lists; graphic images; and charts. Print materials are considered, and strategies to support the interactive use of the computer screen are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Charts, Color, Computer Graphics, Guidelines
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Lunemann, Rhonda S. – Technical Communication: Journal of the Society for Technical Communication, 1995
Suggests that, when creating graphics files for documents in a Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) environment, technical writers should consider the differences between bitmapped and vector file formats; be familiar with available file formats; determine which graphics format best meets the needs; and incorporate the graphic into the SGML…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Design, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Technical Illustration
Chen, Ching-chih – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1990
Describes Compact Disc Interactive (CD-I), a multimedia product targeted toward consumers that combines audio, video, and graphic materials on compact disc and connects to a standard television. Titles that the vendor plans to offer are listed, and include children's materials, special interest materials, and entertainment titles. (LRW)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Childhood Interests, Computer Graphics, Interactive Video
Harris, Judi – Computing Teacher, 1991
Arguing that mathematics is a form of communication that students need help in understanding, this article describes a set of seven simple interactive LogoWriter tools that can be used to help children explore the language of multiplication. Examples of the use of graphics in responding to children's commands are provided and several exercises are…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Mathematics Education
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Hedley, Carolyn N.; Ellsworth, Nancy J. – Reading and Writing Quarterly: Overcoming Learning Difficulties, 1993
Suggests that critical thinking and higher level thinking, involving such abilities as analysis, reasoning, decision making, problem solving, and evaluation, occur as a function of reanalyzing and restructuring information. Presents software for students and teachers to handle such knowledge restructuring, particularly as it is presented in…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Critical Thinking, Elementary Secondary Education
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Saljo, Roger, Ed. – Learning and Instruction, 1999
The seven articles of this theme issue deal with the use of computer-based interactive graphical representations. Studying their use will bring answers to users of static graphics in traditional paper-based media and those who plan instruction using graphical representations that allow semantically direct manipulation. (SLD)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Interaction, Online Systems
Say, Michael W.; Collier, Karen J.; Hoya, Charlotte, G. – School Business Affairs, 2001
A successful marketing plan requires a conceptual framework, the ability to target an audience effectively, and the strategy for positioning the school organization appropriately. A website can be a powerful marketing tool if it focuses on what users want and provides it in an organized, accessible fashion. (MLH)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Computer Graphics, Elementary Secondary Education, Internet
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Lowell, Nathan; Roberts, Stephanie – TechTrends, 2001
Provides design options for making Web sites more accessible to blind or visually impaired users. Highlights include valid alt-tags on graphics; helpful link text; cascading style sheets (CSSs) to separate content from page structure; descriptive links to tell what a significant graphic is about; and not using text only as a valid alternative.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Blindness, Computer Graphics, Design Requirements
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