Discusses the evolution of multimedia technology and gives examples of the use of multimedia for business training, desktop publishing, and possible home market use. Equipment needs are described; data compression techniques are explained; the use of CD-ROM is discussed; and interactive multimedia possibilities are considered. (LRW)

Presents a survey and case studies that demonstrate that cooperation within institutions of higher learning is worth the effort in increased efficiency. Some steps the language media center can take to develop cooperation with other media units on campus include developing an informal network of relationships with other media unit directors and…

Discusses use of multimedia software in a Mt. Pleasant, Texas, elementary school, and asserts that the key to writing success is "postwriting", which means publication of the work in some form. Suggests online forums for the publication of children's writing, and provides brief descriptions of four online student publishers, including…

Describes design methods used to influence user perception of time in virtual learning environments. Examines the use of temporal cues in medical education and clinical competence testing. Finds that user perceptions of time affects user acceptance, ease of use, and the level of realism of a virtual learning environment. Contains 51 references.…

Discusses the storage requirements for data forms used in interactive multimedia education and presently available storage devices. Highlights include characteristics of educational multimedia; factors determining data storage requirements; storage devices for video and audio needs; laserdiscs and videodiscs; compact discs; magneto-optical drives;…

Examines the advantages of presenting case study information via multimedia. Highlights identify advantages of using multimedia, including browsability, comprehensiveness, currency, flexibility, linkage, simplicity, precision, closeness to problem, and cost savings. Potential problems are also discussed. (Contains eight references.) (SLW)

Describes a program being tested by the Royal Saudi Naval Forces in Saudi Arabia, in which speech recognition technology has been combined with multimedia scenarios that simulate real-life situations to teach English as a second language. Highlights include training needs, interactive design, computer-based training system specifications, and…

A CD-I disk entitled "KLEINBILD-FOTOGRAPHIE" published with an interactive course in photography is examined as an example of a multimedia educational program. Topics include multimedia in the twenty-first century; possibilities and limitations of CD-I; a description of the program; and its psychological perspectives in terms of…

Crossroads to the World is an interdisciplinary, teacher-developed, technology-based project involving constructive learning that can be adapted to almost any social-studies curriculum. Beginning with literary models (like Whitman's "Song of the Open Road"), students use simulation software to generate ideas for their own simulated world…

Defines hypermedia and describes the structure and functional requirements of a hypermedia program. Potentials of hypermedia for instructional delivery, idea generation and organization, file storage and organization, and development of computer-based instruction materials are discussed. Several research issues related to instructional…

Describes a prototype project undertaken by Florida Community College at Jacksonville to examine the application of multimedia technology to improving the skills of an urban workforce. Topics addressed include major participants; developments to date, including needs assessment and funding; and current status, including building renovation and…

Describes "Help Our Earth!"--a flexible, multimedia software program for language arts and science, which presents the topic using color, sound, graphics, good literature, and an inspiring video. (SR)

Describes numerous ways in which a multimedia study of Africa provides rich opportunities for students to combine art, writing, literature, and social studies. (SR)

The Soapbox system, which allows a presenter to control a multimedia presentation from the touchscreen located on the lectern, is described. The Soapbox allows the integration of slides, videodiscs, desktop publishing, electronic blackboards, video players, and the room lights. (KR)

Discusses two studies conducted using an interactive, multimedia-based instructional system in a mathematics methods class for preservice elementary school teachers. Interview data indicate that students were more likely to incorporate into their teaching repertoire knowledge they acquired from the system than from conventional methods. (Contains…