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An Interactive Systems Model Derived from Experts' Perceptions of Human-Computer Issues.
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Weber, Warren C. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1992
This survey elicited experts' perceptions of factors affecting development and use of interactive technologies. Responses from 196 respondents were categorized as hardware/technology, software/programs, acceptance/adoption, accessibility/ease of use, and instruction/learning/communication issues. Based on this categorization, a model of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Man Machine Systems, Models, Surveys
Naturalistic Inquiry and Computer-Based Instruction: Rationale, Procedures, and Potential.
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Neuman, Delia – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1989
Describes a naturalistic paradigm and discusses the value of using a naturalistic, or qualitative, approach to study the effectiveness of computer-based instruction (CBI) and to design effective courseware. Topics discussed include data collection; data analysis; and findings of naturalistic studies of CBI effectiveness. (53 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Data Analysis, Instructional Effectiveness
Empirically-Based Guidelines for the Design of Interactive Multimedia.
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Park, Innwoo; Hannafin, Michael J. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Presents a framework for organizing research and theory in the areas of psychology, pedagogy, and technology as they relate to interactive multimedia; and derives principles and implications for the design of interactive multimedia. Highlights include prior knowledge, the organization and utilization of knowledge, feedback, concept maps, and…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Feedback, Guidelines, Hypermedia
Computer Screen Design: Viewer Judgments.
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Grabinger, R. Scott – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Describes two studies that compared university students' judgments about the readability and studyability of two sets of computer screens: a set of model displays and a set of real screens copied from computer-assisted instruction programs. Relationships among viewers' preferences and field dependence/independence, conceptual style, and gender…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Design Requirements
Research in Interactive Technologies at the Children's Television Workshop.
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Strommen, Erik F.; Revelle, Glenda L. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1990
Presents an overview of research issues that have confronted the Interactive Technologies Division (ITD) of the Children's Television Workshop (CTW) and proposes a model for integrating research into the software design process. Highlights include the role of research literature; and formative research relating to software, interactive compact…
Descriptors: Childrens Television, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Educational Television
Perspectives on the Future of Educational Technology.
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Sullivan, Howard J.; And Others – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Discusses a nationwide survey of university educational technology professionals and students that was conducted to determine their opinions about the future of the field. Areas addressed include educational technology and learning theory; instructional design models; technology and individualized instruction; technological advances; educational…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Employment Opportunities, Futures (of Society)