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Computer-Assisted Video Instruction: Promises and Pitfalls.
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Smith, T. Michael; Andrews, Kenneth G. – Computers in the Schools, 1985
To better appreciate the role computer-assisted video instruction serves in education, this article examines the major features of the individual component technologies--computer assisted instruction, film, videotape, and videodisc; discusses potential effects and pitfalls of computer-assisted video instruction; and reviews research on its…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Films, Instructional Design
Evaluating Software for Use by Mentally Handicapped Learners.
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Powers, David A. – Computers in the Schools, 1986
This discussion of the use of microcomputers by mentally handicapped learners focuses on software availability and selection. Criteria for evaluating software are given, including considerations of visual display, reading level, program design, drill and practice opportunities, positive reinforcement, format variety, graphics, instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Courseware, Drills (Practice)
The Educational Promise of Logo.
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Maddux, Cleborne D. – Computers in the Schools, 1984
Discussion of Logo use to teach children computer programing covers the educational theory behind Logo, how it differs from other programing languages, its educational promise, its graphics capabilities, Logo research, and different versions available. It is argued that educational computing will succeed only if it provides new ways of teaching.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Discovery Learning, Educational Theories
Computing and Information: Steering Student Learning.
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Hoelscher, Karen – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Describes the Minnesota Education Computing Corporation (MECC) Computing and Information Collection, a collection of software products for students in grades 4-12. These products are designed to support individual course content objectives and introduce and practice information literacy skills. Curriculum applications in language arts,…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Database Management Systems