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| Reports - Descriptive | 3 |
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Peer reviewedLohr, Linda L.; Eikleberry, Carol – Performance Improvement, 2001
Discusses usability in the context of creating distance learning or computer-based training environments and describes a three-step approach to learner-centered usability testing. Highlights include functions of the instructional interface that should be similar to a responsive teacher; elements in the learning environment; and testing it via a…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Distance Education, Educational Environment
Peer reviewedSlick, Joan Friton – Performance Improvement, 2001
Examines distance education issues for corporations and offers a measurement tool to assess corporate readiness for distance education. Topics include costs; competitive advantages; customized training; effectiveness; organizational support; instructional design; managerial support; and learner attitudes. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Corporate Education, Cost Effectiveness, Distance Education, Instructional Design
Peer reviewedPiskurich, George M. – Performance Improvement, 1997
Discusses the use of satellite-mediated distance learning. Highlights include costs; implementation; interactive distance learning (IDL); instructional design; a case study of a training course designed for IDL that used satellite technology; and a checklist for planning satellite-mediated IDL. (LRW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Check Lists, Communications Satellites, Costs
