Anthropomorphism can be defined as the attribution of human characteristics or behavior to inanimate objects. People give names to their automobiles and computers as a way to relate to complicated pieces of technology that they use regularly, but do not fully understand. Software designers may claim that their interfaces are intuitive, but in…

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)