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Gordon, Barbara – Educom Review, 1996
Java is an object-oriented programming language developed by Sun Microsystems; its benefits include platform independence, security, and interactivity. Within the college community, Java is being used in programming courses, collaborative technology research projects, computer graphics instruction, and distance education. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Science Education, Computer Security, Computer Uses in Education
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Acton, William H.; And Others – Journal of Educational Psychology, 1994
Referent structures produced by the instructor, other experts, averaged experts, and the best students were compared with those of 71 college students for their ability to predict examination performance in computer-programming courses and to differentiate among levels of expertise. Differences among expert referents are discussed. (SLD)
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Students, Comparative Analysis, Educational Assessment
Graumann, Peter – Technology and Learning, 1994
An interactive learning service for elementary grades, "GALAXY Classroom," offers enrichment opportunities to classrooms. Students communicate via fax in response to questions posed in satellite transmitted segments. The primary market for "GALAXY Classroom" is the at-risk student. Sidebars describe costs and current offerings.…
Descriptors: Communications Satellites, Costs, Educational Technology, Educational Television
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Kunze, John A. – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1992
Describes the use of the Z39.50 information retrieval protocol as the basis for Infocal, a read-only, client/server-based campus information system. Technical considerations in adapting the protocol to nonbibliographic data, including semantic modules, dynamic attribute sets, and dynamic record syntax, are described in detail. (Contains 11…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Database Design
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Leron, Uri; Dubinsky, Ed – American Mathematical Monthly, 1995
Describes a constructivist, interactive approach for teaching undergraduate mathematics, abstract algebra in particular, using computer constructions programmed in ISETL to induce students' mental constructions and collaborative learning to help students reflect on these constructions. (18 references) (MKR)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, College Mathematics, Computer Uses in Education, Constructivism (Learning)
Library Systems Newsletter, 1995
Presents the results of a survey of 18 vendors of PC- and Mac-based multifunction library systems that include either circulation or patron access catalogs. Highlights include software alone or turnkey systems, operating systems, programming language, sales, profitability, and support staff. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
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Bielaczyc, Katerine; And Others – Cognition and Instruction, 1995
Presents ongoing research for constructing formal models of learning in rich problem-solving domains. The underlying framework for the research is aimed at integrating models of active, goal-oriented learning processes with theories of problem-solving and cognitive skill development. Indicates that the particular self-explanation and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Learning Processes, Learning Strategies, Learning Theories
Campbell, J. Olin; Gibbons, Andrew S. – Journal of Instruction Delivery Systems, 1994
Discusses the use of simulations in education and suggests ways in which they can be made more cost effective. Highlights include electronic performance support systems; smart tools; examples of the use of simulations in an electronics laboratory and for interpersonal problem-solving skills; and computer-aided instructional design. (Contains 11…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Design, Cost Effectiveness, Electronics
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Pirolli, Peter; Recker, Margaret – Cognition and Instruction, 1994
Two experiments involved an intelligent tutoring system for the Carnegie Mellon University Lisp Tutor using production system theories of transfer and analogical problem solving. Results suggested that acquisition of cognitive skills is facilitated by high degrees of metacognition, which includes higher level monitoring of states of knowledge,…
Descriptors: Learning Processes, Learning Strategies, Learning Theories, Metacognition
Sabo, Sandra R. – American School Board Journal, 1994
The school design process depends on open communication and the participation of various constituencies or customers. Today's architects use a variety of strategies to make sure they build the schools communities want. Describes approaches used by three architects. (MLF)
Descriptors: Architects, Architectural Programming, Community Involvement, Educational Facilities Design
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Tidhar, Chava E.; Levinsohn, Hanna – Journal of Educational Media, 1997
This study surveyed the effects of cable television on Israeli parents' mediation of their childrens' viewing. Results indicate the introduction of cable television changed strategies of parental control and mediation and parents' assessment of television's influence on children. Active parental mediation was closely related to the attribution of…
Descriptors: Audience Response, Cable Television, Children, Educational Television
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1999
Reports on Web keyword searching, metadata, Dublin Core, Extensible Markup Language (XML), metasearch engines (metasearch engines search several Web indexes and/or directories and/or Usenet and/or specific Web sites), and the Year 2000 (Y2K) dilemma, all topics discussed at the second annual Internet Librarian Conference sponsored by Information…
Descriptors: Conferences, Information Retrieval, Information Seeking, Information Technology
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Barrett, Janice M. – Journalism and Mass Communication Educator, 1998
Investigates Channel One's educational benefits to teachers and students. Finds benefits are a student-heightened interest in geography, current events, and pop quizzes; and disadvantages are the commercials, superficial programming, intrusion into the school day, lack of integration into the curriculum, and limited availability of the equipment…
Descriptors: Advertising, Educational Television, Elementary Secondary Education, Mass Media Effects
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Cox, Kevin; Clark, David – Computers & Education, 1998
Describes how to construct questions to test all cognitive levels of learning for a course in introductory programming. The framework for learning is based on Bloom's taxonomy. Practical advice is given through examples and by describing a computer system to help deliver quizzes. Includes example questions. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Science, Computer System Design
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Witt, Susan D. – Childhood Education, 2000
Examines young children's gender role development, focusing on the impact of television viewing. Maintains that role models and imitation are extremely influential factors shaping gender-typed behavior. Identifies gender bias in television programming, including music television and commercials, and discusses gender bias in children's television…
Descriptors: Child Development, Gender Issues, Observational Learning, Programming (Broadcast)
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