Dr. Ofiesh's essay introduces a series of articles on science education and educational technology by discussing the meaning of educational technology and its implications for the educational process. (LS)

Reviews two aspects of research related to audio-tutorial instructional methods. First, the learning theory of David P. Ausebel is summarized and applied to instructional procedures. Secondly, learning time for attainment of concept and knowledge levels is discussed. Concludes that studies are needed on designs based on Ausebel's theory,…

Several problems in teaching science to the urban child are identified. A systems approach to develop a meaningful science education program for these students is suggested. The proposed systems model of the educational sciences is presented and discussed. The author was the director of the Urban Adult Education Institute in Detroit. (LC)

The development of prose comprehension and writing skills in children and, in particular, the issue of what children know about different types of discourse are reviewed. Many different types of studies are considered in order to show how children's prior knowledge might affect their subsequent performance on both reading and writing tasks.…

Instructional design strategy for improving problem solving is presented. The strategy entails selecting an appropriate domain of problem-solving tasks, learning hierarchies, teaching methods and assembling of learning materials, and designing teacher training and evaluation. Obstacles to be overcome and directions for future research are…

Three types of integration of theory and practice can exist in library and information science programs: teaching of applied theory (focuses on procedural design for effective performance of professional tasks), application of applied theory to analysis of specific settings, use of applied theory in specific settings. Twenty-six references are…

Discusses the role of algorithmic processes as a supplementary method for producing cost-effective and efficient instructional materials. Examines three approaches to problem solving in the context of developing training materials for the Naval Training Command: application of algorithms, quasi-algorithms, and heuristics. (EAO)

Analyzes the factors that contribute to the satisfaction of adult learners from an instructional design perspective. A general profile of the adult learner is provided, and the factors that enter into learner satisfaction--including learner involvement, learner challenge, self-direction, and rewards--are outlined. A 17-item reference list is…

Discusses the impact of the presentation of data on the educational effectiveness of computer assisted learning systems, describes some of the existing systems for controlling the display of instructional data on CRTs, and outlines a project undertaken at the University of Western Ontario to exploit the capabilities of microcomputer color…

Discusses the nature of technology transfer in education, outlines the impact of new technologies on educational practices, evaluates the connections between the capabilities of videodiscs and the learning activities to which they may be applied, and describes the design variables which will affect the development of videodisc-based instructional…