In this article we present a structured set of Design Patterns (DPs) that deals with tracking students while they solve problem in specific domains such as programming or mathematics. Our collection of 17 DPs yields a three step approach: First step: to collect and analyze information on each student for each exercise; Second step: to build a…

Web-based materials presented through course management software can become an integral part of the students' learning process. Online activities and content promote active, collaborative, and accessible learning. Faculty recognize these benefits, but often struggle with finding the time and effort to develop Web material. This article presents a…

With limits on both personnel and time available to conduct effective instruction, the decision is being made increasingly to enhance instructor-led courses with Computer-Based Training (CBT). The effectiveness of this conversion is often unknown and in many cases empirical evaluations are never conducted. This paper describes and discusses the…

This chapter explores the pros and cons of Web-based instruction following the University of North Texas' decision to offer counseling courses on the Web. It seems that the most frequent arguments for Web-based instruction are its ability to reach students and its potential for course enrichment. The practice of providing live instruction on the…

Discussion of the use of the Internet as an instructional tool in higher education focuses on a three-level research framework for the study of campus-wide academic instruction using the Web. Describes how the framework was used for a project at Tel-Aviv University to integrate the Internet into traditional instruction. (Contains 56 references.)…

A panel of experts proposed and rated categories and indicators of constructivist-compatible principles for Internet-based courses. The categories and associated indicators provide an initial framework that may help educators apply constructivist principles to the development of Internet-based courses. (EV)

Discusses the conversion of existing instructional materials for electronic learning and describes a retooled instructional systems design (ISD) model that assumes the Web is the primary delivery media while still considering analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation, and revision. (Author/LRW)

Suggests that too much Web-based instruction assumes that the Web is a library that can be used to convey knowledge, that searching and finding information equals learning, and that hyperlinking is good instruction. Critiques these assumptions based on constructivism and offers instructional methods to counteract their effects. (Author/LRW)

Describes a study of online instructors that investigated how they use instructional tools designed for the Web, including conferencing systems, online gradebooks, audio streaming, student portfolios, and usage statistics. Discusses advantages and disadvantages of online tools and includes recommendations for the development of online tools. (LRW)

This analysis extends the traditional marketing tradeoffs between richness (depth of knowledge) and reach (geographic area coverage) to the emerging technology-mediated education industry, and then specifically evaluates their effect on the teaching of international business. It asserts that interactive learning, particularly as it applies to team…

Asserts that the new knowledge economy demands changes in the models of global business education. Describes how faculty are changing not only the way they teach, but also what they teach, as well as altering the way universities do business. (EV)

Outlines strategies academic librarians can incorporate to develop effective Web-based tools for library instruction. Topics include Web page design; content; technical and copyright issues; usability and evaluation; site maintenance; Web coding tools; and examples from the University at Albany and the Texas Information Literacy Tutorial (TILT) at…

Describes a pedagogical work, carried out within a school of architecture, using a Web-based learning environment to support collaborative understanding of texts on architectural theory. Explains the use of concept maps, creation of a critical vocabulary, exploration of semantic spaces, and knowledge discovery through navigation. (Author/LRW)

Describes adaptive educational hypermedia systems which aim to increase the functionality of hypermedia by making it personalized to individual learners and considering individual learning styles. Presents a prototype hypermedia system and reports results of a pilot study that investigated the system's educational effectiveness. (Author/LRW)

Discussion of corporate training focuses on the Internet, Web-based training, and the latest trend toward wireless technology. Topics include the emerging workplace, including continuous learning and collaboration and aiding performance; mobile delivery systems for corporate instructional designers; and types of mobile devices, including PDAs…