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Bayne, Pauline S. – Library Hi Tech, 1993
Describes a demonstration project developed at the University of Tennessee (Knoxville) libraries to train nonprofessional library staff with computer-based training using HyperCard that was created by librarians rather than by computer programmers. Evaluation methods are discussed, including formative and summative evaluation; and modifications…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Evaluation Methods
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Reneker, Maxine H. – Library Quarterly, 1993
Discussion of the use of qualitative research methodology in the study of information-seeking behavior focuses on a study of the information-seeking attributes of 31 members of the Stanford University (California) academic community. Qualitative and quantitative analyses are explained, and issues and problems encountered in implementing the…
Descriptors: Audiotape Recordings, Computer Software, Costs, Higher Education
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Abbott, Joann – College Teaching, 1993
A computer modeling program was used in eight sections of a college finance course to help students understand how changing variables changes outcomes in quantitative models. Results suggest the program was effective in meeting that objective, though not all students were aware of or acknowledged its benefits. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Critical Thinking
Bennett, Valerie M.; Palmer, Eileen M. – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1993
Compares the use of a telefacsimile network and the Internet-based software, Ariel, for interlibrary loan document delivery in the Health Sciences Libraries Consortium. Topics discussed include document processing efficiency, impact of the Ariel workstations on interlibrary loan procedures, interlibrary loan policies, and possible prototype…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Consortia
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Dwyer, Carol – Educational Media International, 1993
Offers several definitions of multimedia, identifies a sample of the most popular multimedia technologies, and provides a discussion of their content. Summaries of software and a few brief case studies of successful elementary and secondary implementations are presented. Addresses of publishers of products mentioned in the article are appended.…
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Definitions
Harris, Judi – Computing Teacher, 1995
Provides illustrated examples of Mosaic pages of Internet-based information developed by elementary school students and teachers. Descriptions include how hypertext mark-up language (HTML) is used to create the pages and link them with Internet resources, and directions for using Mosaic to access other examples and additional information are…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Electronic Publishing
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Rowley, J. E. – Education for Information, 1994
Reviews issues associated with the development of information technology (IT) skills in higher education and considers the implications for library and information studies students. Highlights include graphical user interfaces; resources; documentation; staffing resources; teaching and learning processes; changing technology; new perspectives;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Futures (of Society), Higher Education
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Berliss, Jane – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1994
Explores how people with disabilities use computer technology, as well as the issues involved in using this technology to access electronically published materials. Topics discussed include definitions of disability; uses of adaptive technology; the physical environment; documentation, training, and support; problems in accessing electronic media;…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Software, Computer Use
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Diamond, Ted – Internet Research, 1994
The federal Escrowed Encryption Standard (EES) has been opposed by civil liberties advocates and the computer industry. The author argues that the standard does not threaten privacy as long as its use remains voluntary, alternative forms of encryption are allowed, and the power of government to intercept transmission is kept in check. (20…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Civil Liberties, Coding, Computer Networks
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Graham, Robert B. – Teaching of Psychology, 1994
Describes a computer tutorial program that teaches the fundamentals of discrimination learning in a college-level psychology course. Asserts that neither homework nor study guides provides the help that the tutorial program does for weaker students. Includes information about obtaining a free copy of the tutorial program. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Course Content
Avots, Juliette – Computing Teacher, 1994
Describes a project designed to help high school language students learn about French-speaking countries that uses HyperCard and telecommunications capabilities and can be adapted to other related curriculum areas. Highlights include cooperative group work using the Internet and creating HyperCard stacks. (three references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Cooperative Learning
Shank, Gary; And Others – Educational Technology, 1994
Introduces the concept of abductive reasoning; discusses its importance for instructional designers in education; and describes the development of a computer program called the Abductive Reasoning Tool (ART) that helps students learn and understand abductive logic. Highlights include abduction and creativity, and field-testing ART with…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware
White, Mary Alice; Righi, Carol – Educational Technology, 1991
Describes a survey that was conducted to identify the range of software programs in use in a sample of higher education institutions, examine usage patterns, and identify those programs reported as most useful to students, including foreign students. Gender differences and perceptions of Macintosh versus IBM hardware are also considered. (LRW)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware
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Kimmins, Dovie – Mathematics Teacher, 1991
Described is a solution to the problem and a discussion of a computer estimation of the probability. A computer program written in Turbo Pascal and two sample runs are provided. Computations for a more general problem of this nature and changes in the program necessary for use with Apple Pascal are appended. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Equations (Mathematics), High Schools
Wilson, David L. – Chronicle of Higher Education, 1992
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (New York) is requiring all of its 1,000 freshmen to take required calculus courses utilizing the "Maple" computer program which can perform computations and quickly plot graphs. The program is intended to free students from meaningless manipulations and focus on concepts. Most students have reacted…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Freshmen, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction
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