Intended to teach instructors how to use the NovaNET computer system or the PLATO system to deliver instruction, this manual provides instructions for using both NovaNET, which supercedes PLATO, and the crouter software package, which is a general purpose tool for managing instruction on the NovaNET computer. This self-instructional manual is divided into three sections, each of which teaches a group of skills needed by NovaNET instructors: (1) General Instructor Options, which teaches the user how to sign on to the system, how to get help and information about NovaNET and the system staff, and how to use the network's advanced communications features; (2) Managing Instruction with Crouter, which teaches the normal, daily operation of crouter to manage instruction, i.e., how to set up a class roster, see the curriculum being delivered, and monitor student progress and performance; and (3) Creating a Crouter Curriculum, which explains how the instructor who wishes to adapt the standard curriculum to the needs of a specific class can select lessons from the large catalog of NovaNET lessons and build them into a tailor-made crouter curriculum. (RP)