This paper examines the multimedia competencies of an educational technologist via a job announcements analysis and survey of professionals within the field. A conceptual framework is provided involving the new definition of the field of educational technology and associated knowledge, skill, and ability statements. Two hundred five unique job…

This paper demonstrates a methodology for effectively integrating computer-based learning tools in science teaching and learning. This methodology provides a means of systematic analysis to identify the capabilities of particular software tools and to formulate a series of competencies relevant to physical science that could be developed by means…

Advances in computer and interface technologies have made it possible to create three-dimensional (3D) computerized models of anatomical structures for visualization, manipulation, and interaction in a virtual 3D environment. In the past few decades, a multitude of digital models have been developed to facilitate complex spatial learning of the…

In recent years, researchers in the field of Second Language Acquisition (SLA) have become increasingly interested in the implications of sociolinguistic research for L2 learning. Among the many questions that arise are whether the development of sociolinguistic competence should be an instructional goal as early as the beginning level, and what…

Self-explaining is a domain-independent learning strategy that generally leads to a robust understanding of the domain material. However, there are two potential explanations for its effectiveness. First, self-explanation generates additional "content" that does not exist in the instructional materials. Second, when compared to…

THIS PAPER DESCRIBES THE DEVELOPMENT AND STANDARDS FOR MICROFICHE-- THE FLAT CARD FORM OF MICROFILM--FOR USE WITH EXISTING EQUIPMENT. (LH)

An experiment was conducted to determine if the use of rules to guide revisions has generalizable effects across programs and programers. The hypothesis was that pupil achievement would be greater for instructional programs revised according to specified rules than for unrevised programs. Each of 10 programers produced a self-instructional…

The parent of a young disabled child describes a tray pad she made for the child's wheelchair that provokes greeting responses of other people. (CL)

The experiment reported here sought to determine whether the use of rules to guide revisions has generalizable effects across programs and programmers, with the hypothesis that pupil achievement would be greater for first draft instructional programs revised according to specified rules than pupil achievement for unrevised programs." (Author)

Examines the possibility of physically placing the confirmation of responses made by students in programed instruction somewhere other than immediately after the question. (AA)

Looks at the need to clarify instructional objectives in order to achieve simplicity in instructional design. (AA)

A brief account of the advantages gained by the cooperation of the instructional resources office with the community relations office of a junior college district. (LS)