Applications of the theory of competency based instruction on a university-wide basis. (Author)

Discusses ways to eliminate barriers to electronic learning based on experiences at the University of Cincinnati. Topics include meeting demands from a population that lacks access and skills; weak English proficiency; low income adults; acquiring computer skills; media use; computer hardware capabilities; and the need for continuing feedback.…

Examines how institutions must help students develop skills they will need in the early part of the 21st century to get the attention of employers and find good jobs. Discusses economic change and the new worker, and preparing students to use technologies for their personal/professional survival in the knowledge economy. (AEF)

Describes a microcomputer-based simulation of teacher student classroom interaction and discusses its use in preservice teacher training methods courses at the University of Virginia. Reactions from teacher trainees and plans for use of the simulation in the future are reviewed. (MBR)

Discussion of interactive educational technology (IET) focuses on a case study using a hypertext-related concept of interactive video to teach interviewing skills to graduate students. Topics discussed include teaching professional interpersonal skills; intelligent computer-assisted instruction; learning processes; learner control; teacher roles;…