Describes cognitive mapping, a practical, effective technique designed to help spot potential learning problems and avoid them. This method aids in matching students and courses, reduces the dropout rate, and helps improve students' learning performance. (Author)

The article addresses the use of microcomputers in special education management by discussing data collection and information management, the selection of microcomputer software and hardware, and the potential of computer based special education management. (CL)

Lists some criteria that should be considered before purchasing any computer-based training product or service. Points out some negative economic ramifications that result from not consulting this or a similar list of criteria. (CT)

In January 1980, TVOntario, a television network operated by the Ontario Educational Communications Authority, began to use computer managed learning in conjunction with television broadcasting for adult learners. The three projects which have been carried out since then have brought promising results. (Author/LLS)

The minimal components of a model which utilizes a computer for summarizing individual performance records for teaching educational skills to the mentally retarded are described. The most important components are assessment, individual and group programing, continuous data collection, and program evaluation. (Author)

Describes a software package used by six universities in the Netherlands for computer managed instruction, and discusses means provided for guiding students through a course and for evaluation. Special attention is given to the structuring and implementation of courses and blocks in a course. (Author/CMV)

Theoretical and research literature on learner, program, and adaptive control as forms of instructional management are critiqued in reference to the design of computer-based instruction. An adaptive control strategy using an online, iterative algorithmic model is proposed. (RAO)

Briefly describes the New Orleans schools' computer-managed instruction in mathematics and language arts in the junior and senior high schools. (IRT)

This research investigates the life, work, and education of students in Human Resource Development (HRD) Cohort Ten, a distance learning program for non-traditional undergraduate students in Arkansas. The study has identified commonalties in perceptions regarding accessibility, sense of achievement, and other themes related to the program. The…

Colleges and universities have increasingly invested in specialized software and hardware designed to enhance and facilitate the instructional process for faculty and students. One type of technological assistance is commonly known as course management software (CMS). Once learned, these CMS packages can greatly enhance and enrich the classroom…

The presentation focuses on development and criteria for selecting a database management system in the schools, with particular application to special education. An introductory section describes general applications for education in three basic categories: word processing, electronic spread sheet, and database management systems. An integrated…

This paper details a computer managed program of instruction called Teaching Information Processing System (TIPS) as adapted to an introductory psychology course. TIPS encourages the instructor to formulate objectives for meaningful units of a course--objectives which should imply what changes in student behavior indicate mastery. Then multiple…

The methodology and results of a study measuring the effectiveness of computer managed instruction in comparison with conventional classroom instruction at the University of Texas at Austin are reported. The module studied was an educational psychology statistics package presented to two sections of CMI and two sections of lecture/discussion…

Good teacher decision making is the most basic skill in effecting positive student outcome. The quality of preactive, interactive, and postactive decisions can be greatly enhanced while reducing the effort required for training through the use of microcomputer training. The result will be an increase in student achievement. (MT)

Commercially available software is described that can help manage information in speech and hearing clinics. Applications addressed include word processing, database management, columnar analysis, integrated programs, specialized information management programs, and networks. (CL)