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Lee, Shih-Chung – Educational Technology, 1996
Discusses the use of icons in computer interface design. Highlights include picture processing time, complexity, recognition memory, differences between picture icons and picture/text icons, the use of color, size, placement, and touch design. (LRW)
Descriptors: Color, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Difficulty Level

Stoney, Sue; Wild, M. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1998
Discusses the importance of the computer-user interface for instructional multimedia materials to motivate students effectively. Motivation, functionality, learner control, cognitive optimization, interactivity, cognitive load, and screen design are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Learner Controlled Instruction, Multimedia Materials

Roy, Marie Christine; Dewitt, Olivier; Aubert, Benoit A. – Internet Research, 2001
Describes a study where 66 subjects were asked to perform some predefined book purchasing task in a series of Web sites with varying interface quality. A strong relationship between interface quality and trust was found and some components of user interface quality were more important than others. Discusses implications for Web site design.…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Purchasing, Retailing

Chalmers, P. A. – Computers in Human Behavior, 2000
Identifies user interface problems as they relate to computer-assisted instruction (CAI); reviews the learning theories and instructional theories related to CAI user interface; and presents potential CAI user interface improvements for research and development based on learning and instructional theory. Focuses on screen design improvements.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Improvement Programs, Learning Theories

Chui, Michael; Dillon, Andrew – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1997
Two controlled experiments examined whether the animated zooming effect accompanying the opening or closing of a folder in the Apple Macintosh graphical user interface aids in the user's perception of which window corresponds to which folder. Results suggest users may become attuned to the informational content of the zooming effect with…
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Graphics, Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design

Rimar, G. I. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1996
Effective message design for screen-based computer or video instructional programs requires knowledge from many disciplines. Evaluates current conventions and suggests a new set of guidelines for screen-based designers. Discusses screen layout, highlighting and cueing, text font and style, text positioning, color, and graphical user interfaces for…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Interfaces, Electronic Text

Chang, Chi-Cheng – Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 2003
Describes the design, implementation, and evaluation of a distributed Web-based learning community (DisWBLC) based on knowledge sharing for college students. Highlights include virtual learning communities; Web site resource searching; databases; screen design; user interface; feedback from teachers and students; and future possibilities.…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Feedback, Futures (of Society), Higher Education
Ohl, Todd Michael; Cates, Ward Mitchell – Educational Technology, 1997
Classifies sites on the World Wide Web according to purpose. Examines what metaphorical design has to offer Web site designers and details how principles of metaphorical design were applied to create a university Web site. Discusses technological limitations that influence design decisions and when metaphorical design might not suit a Web site.…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Higher Education
Busch, David D. – Internet World, 1997
Describes graphical elements--backgrounds, buttons, rules, and enhancements like drop shadows--that can transform Web pages without significantly increasing download time. Used thoughtfully and consistently, such graphical elements can create a unique style that serves as a personal Web page trademark. (AEF)
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Graphics, Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design

Lohr, L. L. – Computers in Human Behavior, 2000
Designing the instructional interface is a challenging endeavor requiring knowledge and skills in instructional and visual design, psychology, human-factors, ergonomic research, computer science, and editorial design. This paper describes the instructional interface, the challenges of its development, and an instructional systems approach to its…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Design Preferences

Martin-Michiellot, S.; Mendelsohn, P. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2000
Discusses cognitive load theory and describes a study that investigated how undergraduates learned the basic commands of a CAD (computer-assisted design) software package using manuals with different formats of presentation of instructions. Results show that graphical interface, using a manual that juxtaposes text and screen images, was most…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Design, Computer Assisted Manufacturing, Computer Interfaces, Courseware

Degler, Duane; Battle, Lisa – Performance Improvement, 2001
To support performance for an international audience of computer users, designers need to examine key elements of performance in relation to the design of systems. Discussion focuses on planning ahead for an international audience and preparing a design that keeps the performer, the process, and the information connected, resulting in optimal…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Development, Computer System Design, Design Preferences
Lin, Xia – Proceedings of the ASIS Annual Meeting, 1999
"MedLine Search Assistant" is a new interface for MEDLINE searching that improves both search precision and recall by helping the user convert a free text search to a controlled vocabulary-based search in a visual environment. Features of the interface are described, followed by details of the conceptual design and the physical design of…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Medical Research, Medicine

Skaalid, Bonnie – Canadian Journal of Educational Communication, 2001
Describes a Web site that introduces novice Web users to principles of design and navigation of instructional Web sites. Discusses the process involved in designing the site, lessons learned while developing it, and recommendations for further research. Includes a list of research-based guidelines derived from the literature in the areas of screen…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer System Design, Educational Resources
Haag, Brenda Bannan; Grabowski, Barbara L. – Educational Technology, 1995
Examines the characteristics of Compact Disc Interactive (CD-I) in terms of current learning theory and instructional design principles. Topics include attributes of CD-I, components of good instruction, and the following message design strategies: organization, interactivity, motivation, and interface design. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Educational Media, Educational Strategies, Instructional Design