Considers reasons for the lack of acceptance of video communication; examines differences between spoken characteristics of video-mediated communication and face-to-face interaction; and evaluates two video communication systems in the United Kingdom, an Integrated Services Digital Network and LIVE-NET (London Interactive Video Education Network).…

Describes a study that investigated undergraduate student reactions to an interactive video training program on CD-ROM called the MCGILL NEGOTIATION SIMULATOR designed to teach negotiation skills using a sales negotiation scenario. Also determined whether the program increased learning of negotiation concepts as measured by a pretest and posttest.…

Discusses the characteristics of optical discs and examples of interactive videodiscs. Guidelines for videodisc production cover the appropriateness of in-house production, levels of interactivity, software, and system compatibility as applied to information services in general, and specifically to an interactive video project at the Technical…

Describes a study that compared Israeli university students' satisfaction with three different distance learning methods: one an interactive video system, one an Internet-based system, and one that allowed synchronous communication between teacher and students. Discusses information and communication technology (ICT) and examines student…

This paper describes the Virginia Satellite Educational Network (VSEN) and reports the results of an assessment of the program. The purpose of the VSEN, which was developed after the 1988 approval of the Governor's Educational Technology Initiative, is to meet the educational needs of Virginia students, especially in small and rural areas, and to…

The second of two volumes in these proceedings contains the text (or, in a very few cases, an abstract) of 87 papers on the use of technology at all levels of education, including elementary, secondary, and higher education. These papers were presented in 29 topic sessions and one plenary session. Themes of the sessions include: (1) educational…

The first of two volumes in these proceedings contains the text (or, in a few cases, an abstract) of 60 papers on the use of technology at all levels of education, including elementary, secondary, and higher education. These papers were presented in 44 topic sessions by delegates representing more than 30 nations. Themes of the sessions include:…

The first of two volumes in these proceedings contains the text (or, in a very few cases, an abstract) of 157 papers on the use of technology at all levels of education, including elementary, secondary, and higher education. These papers were presented in 54 topic sessions and two plenary sessions. Themes of the sessions include: (1) educational…

Wyoming, a rural state with a small population scattered over vast geographic areas, brought a compressed digital video network online to connect the University of Wyoming and the State's seven community colleges. The College of Education at the University received a grant to develop a coaching/mentoring model for teacher interns over distance.…

The second of two volumes in these proceedings contains the text (or, in some cases, an abstract) of 124 papers on the use of technology at all levels of education, including elementary, secondary, and higher education. These papers were presented at 25 topic sessions by delegates representing more than 30 nations. Themes of the sessions include:…

Reports on a study into the effectiveness of implementing an interactive videodisc science lesson on titration into a high school science program. Describes the titration lesson and the equipment used in two chemistry classes. Results were generated from achievement and attitude instruments, along with observational data. (TW)

Describes the development, implementation, and assessment of an interactive multimedia instruction (IMI) program that used interactive videodisc to teach listening skills. Results of an experimental study with college students at Radford University (Virginia) that tested the effectiveness of the IMI program are discussed, and future applications…

Discusses a study which examined whether the social skill of responding appropriately to teacher questions could be taught using repeated (daily) exposure to an interactive video-based modeled sequence, and whether the use of role-play would have additional positive effects on rates of appropriate responding. (AEF)

This report on Phase I, of a four-phase study, of the California Educational Technology Assessment Program (CETAP) provides a descriptive analysis of 14 programs and projects funded by the Educational Technology Local Assistance Program, Assembly Bill 803 (Chapter 1133, Statutes of 1983), between 1984 and 1989. The information reported is intended…

Presents a case study of the development of a statewide distance learning system in North Dakota for elementary and secondary education as well as higher education. Initial planning and goal setting is described; computer, video, and data networks are explained; implementation plans are discussed; and organizational design is considered. (LRW)