NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 13 results Save | Export
Romiszowski, A. J. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1979
Examines the long term results--obtained mainly in the USA--of the large scale use of individualized systems for the teaching of mathematics, concentrating on systems which use the human tutor as one of their components. Several instructional systems are compared and described, and future prospects are discussed. (JEG)
Descriptors: Individualized Instruction, Instructional Innovation, Instructional Systems, Mathematics Education
Gabriel, J.; Pillai, J. K. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1981
The effectiveness of a modular approach to learning in a botany unit as compared to the traditional teaching approach in terms of learning efficiency, learning time, and mastery level is reported. Three references are cited. (Author/CHC)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Botany, Developing Nations, Flexible Scheduling
O'Donoghue, J.; Bajpai, A. C. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1979
Describes experiences with a Keller-style computer studies course for future mathematics teachers. Aspects of the implementation are detailed, the motivation for thoughts behind the course are discussed, and the evaluation of student performance is supplemented by students' reactions to the course as measured by a semantic differential.…
Descriptors: Computer Science, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Design, Instructional Innovation
Guibert, Arlette Azevedo de Paula; Romiszowski, Alexander – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1980
Traces the development of vocational training and distance education in Brazil, briefly describes distance education activities of several agencies, and discusses the use of programed instruction, the personalized system of instruction, training manuals, and training modules. Commercial educational technology services are briefly described and 14…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Educational Technology, Guides, History
Vinegrad, M. D. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1984
Describes the development of a set of training modules based on the learning by example paradigm, with modules differing in the degree of guidance offered to the learner. The program structure is outlined, and three kinds of loops used to adapt the program to the learner's performance are discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Foreign Countries
Sasscer, Monica Flynn; Moore, David M. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1984
Describes a study designed to discover how community college students enrolled in algebra and English grammar courses used the available learner-control features of the TICCIT (Time-Shared Interactive Computer-Controlled Information Television) computer-assisted instruction system. Results indicate learner-control options were utilized but no…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Decision Making, Educational Research
Huppert, J. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1984
Explains how curriculum materials of a modular course in high school microbiology developed for a kibbutz in Israel were disseminated to become part of the national science curriculum. The evolution and development of national and inservice workshops for science teachers to prepare them to teach this course are discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Innovation, Foreign Countries, Individualized Instruction
Watson, Jane M. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1984
Describes a study of an individualized university mathematics course where students were given a choice of testing options. Topics discussed include measurement of such covariates as age, years at university, enjoyment of mathematics, and quantitative ability, and the relationship of covariates and testing choice. Results indicate students made…
Descriptors: Analysis of Covariance, Decision Making, Educational Research, Higher Education
Ward, R. D. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1986
Describes ideas for making the best use of simple language processing interfaces in computer-based learning activities. These ideas are based on classroom observations of hearing-impaired, language-impaired, and unimpaired children using programs with a natural language interface which allows them to communicate with the computer about…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education
Shears, Arthur – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1988
This description of the individualized, competency-based learning philosophy at Holland College, Canada, focuses on the impact of computer technology on various college functions. Topics discussed include the STEP (self-training and evaluation process) system, general administration, program development, staff development, library database and…
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Administration, Competency Based Education, Computer Uses in Education
Davies, Dick – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1988
Discussion of interactive technologies and open learning focuses on computer supported cooperative work (CSCW), especially computer based message systems, and their effects on open learning. Topics discussed include cooperative learning; distance learning; individualized instruction; local area networks; group communication; and design principles…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Cooperative Learning
Bowles, John C. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1988
Results of survey of high technology educational delivery systems in nine two-year colleges (five in the United States and four in Canada) emphasize the use of computers to provide alternatives to traditional classroom teaching. Topics discussed include open education, self-paced (fleximode) learning, artificial intelligence, software, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Conventional Instruction, Courseware, Delivery Systems
Nicolson, Roderick I.; Parrott, Lisa J. M. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1986
This study evaluated the Computer Aided Grading Exercises (CAGE) authoring system on ease of creating programs, popularity of such programs, ease of progression through created exercises, and transfer of learning. Subjects were 12-year-olds with moderate learning difficulties. It was found that the system produced popular exercises and engendered…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Individualized Instruction, Learning Problems