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Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1983
Examines the educational potential of three categories of computer networks--(1) resource sharing networks for sharing expensive peripherals; (2) communication networks for transferring messages between microcomputers; and (3) interactive networks for student collaboration on multiuser tasks. Advantages and disadvantages of networking and the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Programs, Computers
Hofstetter, Fred T. – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1983
This analysis of the cost-effectiveness of the University of Delaware's own PLATO system discusses the initial expense of acquiring the system, decreases in unit cost as number of users increased, capital investment in hardware, expenditures and funding sources, comparisons of actual and projected costs, and benefits of individualized instruction.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computers, Cost Effectiveness
Kearsley, Greg P.; Hillelsohn, Michael J. – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1982
Presents a general framework for human factors considerations in training and illustrates the relationship between human factors and computer-based training (CBT) research by descriptions of studies dealing with six major aspects of the CBT interface: training administration, management, instructional design and development, testing and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Managed Instruction, Human Factors Engineering
Taylor, John F. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1982
The development of a low cost input system is discussed in terms of the appropriateness of imposing program-controlled answering strategies on candidates attempting a conventional multiple choice objective question achievement test. Systems used for the management of learning and strategies students use to answer tests are highlighted. (Author/EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Programs, Data Collection
Freer, David – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1986
A project at the University of Witwatersrand examined the implications of introducing a centrally controlled system of computer-based learning in which 13 university departments utilized PLATO to supplement teaching programs and encourage computer literacy. Department project descriptions and project evaluations (which reported positive student…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Managed Instruction, Departments
Hart, Robert – Studies in Language Learning, 1981
Technical aspects of the PLATO system, the language work done on PLATO thus far (specifically in foreign languages), and areas for further research in computer-based language instruction are reviewed. PLATO-IV, designed and implemented by the Computer-Based Educational Research Laboratory of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, is…
Descriptors: College Second Language Programs, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Programs
