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Hunt, Leta (Li); Wegner, Lucy S. – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1996
Discusses the role of end users in the design of a multi-format digital library project, ISLA (name derived from Spanish word for "island"), being developed at the University of Southern California library for the study of the Los Angeles region. Topics include spatial and temporal indexing; the geographic information system element;…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cataloging, Computer System Design, Electronic Libraries
Jacso, Peter – School Library Journal, 1997
Examines the primary considerations in choosing a computer for Web access in a school setting: (1) Internet connection; (2) operating system; (3) processor and memory; (4) video subsystem; (5) audio; and (6) hard disk. Suggests having both a budget and a high-end personal computer. (AEF)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Selection, Computer System Design, Educational Technology
Large, Andrew; Beheshti, Jamshid; Nesset, Valerie; Bowler, Leanne – Proceedings of the ASIST Annual Meeting, 2003
Describes the process undertaken by a design team comprising both elementary school students and researchers to design a Web portal intended for use by children. The approach adopted by the team was based upon several design theories related to usability studies: contextual inquiry, participatory design, and cooperative inquiry. Presents…
Descriptors: Children, Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Cooperative Programs
Ju, Boryung; Gluck, Myke – Proceedings of the ASIST Annual Meeting, 2003
The purpose of this study was to organize menu items based on a user-process model and implement a new version of current software for enhancing usability of interfaces. A user-process model was developed, drawn from actual users' understanding of their goals and strategies to solve their information needs by using Dervin's Sense-Making Theory…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Information Retrieval, Information Seeking

Zhang, Zhongdong – Review of Information Science, 1997
Refereeing has been one means of ensuring the quality of publications in conventional scholarly publishing. However, conventional refereeing, with its reliance on traditional mail communication cannot meet the needs of electronic journal publishing. Examines the traditional refereeing system, describes a World Wide Web-based electronic form of…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Electronic Journals, Electronic Publishing, Online Systems

Chou, Chien – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2003
Reviews the literature on the interactivity concept from the perspectives of communication, computer-assisted instruction, distance education, and interactive dimensions and functions for Web systems. Proposes a technical framework for including such dimensions and functions in Web-based learning systems. Discusses evaluation feedback. Interaction…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer System Design, Distance Education
Alberico, Ralph – Computers in Libraries, 1990
Discusses computer networks and online searching in libraries and describes plans for the development of the National Research and Education Network (NREN). Cooperation of government, academia, and industry is highlighted, digital video interactive (DVI) is described, implementation phases are explained, and current legislative developments are…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Databases, Federal Legislation

Brader, Lorinda L. – TechTrends, 1990
Compares two authoring tools that were developed to enable users without programing experience to create and modify software. HyperCard, designed for Macintosh microcomputers, and ToolBook, for microcomputers that run on MS-DOS, are compared in the areas of programing languages, graphics and printing capabilities, user interface, system…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Development

Arbez, Gilbert; Swain, Leigh – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Describes the development of Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) conformance testing sites, conformance testing tools, and conformance testing services. Discusses related topics such as interoperability testing, arbitration testing, and international harmonization of conformance testing. A glossary is included. (24 references) (SD)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Evaluation Methods, Information Networks

Ellis, David – Journal of Documentation, 1989
Outlines a behavioral approach to information retrieval system design based on the derivation of a behavioral model of the information-seeking patterns of academic social scientists. The extent to which identified information-seeking characteristics are supported by existing systems is considered, and requirements for implementing these features…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behaviorism, Computer System Design, Higher Education
Hunka, S. – Educational Technology, 1989
Discussion of the use of authoring systems for courseware development focuses on guidelines to be considered when designing authoring systems. Topics discussed include allowing a variety of instructional strategies; interaction with peripheral processes such as student records; the editing process; and human factors in computer interface design,…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer System Design

Graczyk, Sandra L. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1989
Presents an input-process-output (IPO) model that can facilitate the design and implementation of instructional micro and minicomputer systems in school districts. A national survey of school districts with outstanding computer systems is described, a systems approach to develop the model is explained, and evaluation of the system is discussed.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer System Design, Evaluation Methods

Watson, J. Allen; And Others – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1989
Describes study that was conducted to determine the feasibility of networking home microcomputers with a university mainframe system in order to investigate a new family process research paradigm, as well as the design and function of the microcomputer/mainframe system. Test instrumentation is described and systems' reliability and validity are…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Family Involvement, Family Role
Belew, Richard K.; Holland, Maurita Peterson – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1988
Description of the development of the Information Exchange Facility, a prototype microcomputer-based personal bibliographic facility, covers software selection, user selection, overview of the system, and evaluation. The plan for an integrated system, BIBLIO, and the future role of libraries are discussed. (eight references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Futures (of Society)

Sandery, Peter L. – Journal of Reading, 1989
Examines the ways various computer configurations are being used as writing tools in schools, within a framework of a description of technology that recognizes the constraints that technological components place upon users. Describes programs using computers in a special room, student "owned" computers, and computers in the classroom.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education