Seven hundred university students in a chemistry laboratory course received computer based instruction (CBI) in one of two forms, "interactive" or "passive." Laboratory performance was significantly better for students who used the "interactive" form. (Author/MER)

A case study of what one company did to increase the productivity of its sales force and generate cost savings by using computer-assisted instruction to teach salespeople at regional offices. (Editor)

Presents a case for the integration of stand-alone microcomputers into the educational environment through time-sharing networks utilizing medium to large-scale central computer facilities. The PLATO system is used to illustrate the evolution of distributed processing in the computer-based education environment. (Author)

Describes a second-year undergraduate practical course in quantitative genetics and biometrics, based upon computer-assisted learning (CAL); and discusses the educational benefits of the course, some problems encountered, and some implications of the extensive use of CAL. (Author/CMV)

A comparison of attitudes toward anticipated computer-assisted instruction usage was made at the high school level in computer science, algebra I, and American history. (Author)

Describes a computer-assisted learning (CAL) system which incorporates a front-end processor for controlling communication between terminal user and mainframe, and the accessing and displaying of invariant information (held on microfiche) at the appropriate terminal. (Author)

This guide in the selection of instructional computer systems compares four systems representing different cost categories in terms of 25 parameters. Costs and benefits of each system are enumerated, and problems associated with cost benefit analysis are discussed. (Author/JEG)

Reviews surveys of computer usage by U.S. universities in the past and estimates trends in a survey now underway. (BD)

The University of Lincolnshire and Humberside's engineering department uses computer-assisted learning in to optimize lecturers' and tutors' time, allowing students to learn at their own pace and enabling lecturers to direct teaching to the weakest areas. Cost savings resulted from a greater number of students taught more efficiently. (SK)

Argues that virtual reality provides new ways to engage students in literature classes, particularly in the creation of virtual spaces from fiction. (TB)

Investigates the effect of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) when used as a supplement to classroom instruction to improve secondary school students' understanding of orbital shapes. Results indicate that the CAI approach enhanced student learning and helped them figure out cues portrayed in diagrams of atomic orbitals. (Contains 22 references.)…

Offers a list of resources, some annotated, for researchers, teachers, administrators, or students who want to locate information about the field of online learning and the uses of the Internet for instructional delivery. (Author/LRW)

Proposes a social constructivist adaptation of case-based reasoning (CBR) by incorporating computer-supported collaborative learning tools into the thinking and reasoning process. Explains goal-based scenarios (GBS) as translations of CBR into simulated learning environments and discusses the incorporation of facilitation cues and the inclusion of…

Describes use of wireless technology system involving laptop computers in Henrico County Public Schools in Richmond, Virginia. Briefly describes some lessons learned about the use of laptops and the major components of the laptop security plan. Reports laptop-supported advances in student achievement. (PKP)

Presents a bibliography on computer assisted language learning. Most citations are post-1997 journal articles and book publications. (Author/VWL)