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Peer reviewedHowes, Andrew; Young, Richard M. – Cognitive Science, 1996
The study of human-computer interactions has revealed that highly interactive devices are often easier to learn to use than keyboard-based devices. Describes an integrated cognitive model designed to exhibit interactions between people and computers while learning task-action mappings such as the action sequences for opening a file in a word…
Descriptors: Cognitive Mapping, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Development, Integrated Learning Systems
Peer reviewedNgo, D. C. L.; Byrne, J. G. – Computers in Human Behavior, 2001
Describes a new model for quantitatively assessing screen formats. Results of applying the model to data entry screens support the use of the model. Also described is a critiquing mechanism embedded in a user interface design environment as a demonstration of this approach. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Interfaces, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer System Design
Direct linkGascoigne, Carolyn – CALICO Journal, 2006
Computers, computer programs, and other novel and vivid technological applications to language learning can unintentionally redirect attentional resources and therefore increase the salience of unplanned as well as targeted features. Incidental activities such as keyboarding (Henry, 1992), manipulation of a mouse (Meunier, 1996), and other…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Keyboarding (Data Entry), French, College Students
