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Doszkocs, Tamas E.; Toliver, David – Canadian Journal of Information Science, 1987
The first of two papers discusses natural language searching as a user performance enhancement tool, focusing on artificial intelligence applications for information retrieval and problems with natural language processing. The second presents a conceptual framework for further development and future design of front ends to online bibliographic…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Bibliographic Databases, Information Retrieval, Lexicology

Frederiksen, John R.; Collins, Allan – Educational Researcher, 1989
Proposes a systemically valid testing system that induces curricular and instructional changes in education systems to foster the development of the cognitive traits that tests are designed to measure. Analyzes test characteristics and outlines the principles of a systemically valid testing system. (FMW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Tests, Educational Change, Outcomes of Education, Systems Approach

Honhart, Frederick L. – Library Trends, 1988
Considers the effects of the new MARC AMC (Archival and Manuscripts Control) format when applied to a microcomputer-based local system for archival operations. Development of the MicroMARC:amc system at Michigan State University is described, and the implications of technological changes on such systems are discussed. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Archives, Automation, Bibliographic Utilities

Vizine-Goetz, Diane; Markey, Karen – Information Technology and Libraries, 1989
Details the characteristics of authority records in the machine readable Library of Congress Subject Headings. Statistics are given on occurrences of variable length fields and the length and maximum length of such fields in subject heading records. The usefulness of these statistics for system design is discussed. (five references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Machine Readable Cataloging, Statistical Distributions, Subject Index Terms
Callaos, Nagib; Callaos, Belkis – Educational Technology, 1994
Discusses conceptual frameworks for the designing process, including conclusion-oriented design and decision-oriented design; describes the systemic quality cube of design that incorporates process, product, efficiency, and effectiveness and considers total, global, and systemic quality; and discusses present applications, including computerized…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Educational Development, Efficiency, Information Systems

Stancikova, Pavla – Information Development, 1992
Environmental problems in Czechoslovakia are outlined, including information about existing organizational and legal structures in the country. Described is the proposed Integrated Information System for the Environment, which is designed to provide flexible and enhanced access to environmental information needed for decision making. (six…
Descriptors: Environmental Research, Foreign Countries, Government Role, Information Needs

Cordes, David W.; Carver, Doris L. – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1992
Discusses system modeling and specification as it relates to object-based information systems development and software development. An automated system model based on the objects in the initial requirements document is described, the requirements document translator is explained, and a sample application of the technique is provided. (12…
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Documentation, Information Systems, Models

Ryder, Joan M.; Redding, Richard E. – Educational Technology, Research and Development, 1993
Discussion of instructional systems development (ISD) focuses on recent developments in cognitive task analysis and describes the Integrated Task Analysis Model, a framework for integrating cognitive and behavioral task analysis methods within the ISD model. Three components of expertise are analyzed: skills, knowledge, and mental models. (96…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Cognitive Processes, Instructional Development, Models
Banathy, Bela H. – Educational Technology, 1993
Discussion of systems design in education focuses on relationships with other systems dimensions of the design framework. Relationship options that imply different patterns of instruction are described, including information exchange, cooperation, coordination, and integration, all focused on a community-based system of learning and human…
Descriptors: Coordination, Educational Cooperation, Information Transfer, Instructional Design

Westbrook, Lynn – RQ, 1993
Analyzes developments in the study of user needs to determine areas of consensus in the field, particularly areas of greatest value to practicing librarians. Topics discussed include the user; conceptual frameworks for information and knowledge; information seeking; the use of information and knowledge; system design; and future research needs.…
Descriptors: Information Seeking, Information Utilization, Librarians, Research Needs
Zukowski, Angela Ann – Momentum, 1993
Argues that developing a long-range educational technology plan requires a network that can support all future technology purchases a school might make. Suggests identifying a consultant to develop a systems blueprint, and presents specific recommendations, including building a wiring closet, checking conduit size, and utilizing a team approach to…
Descriptors: Computers, Educational Planning, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education

McEwen, Nelly; Chow, Hau – Alberta Journal of Educational Research, 1991
American indicator systems of educational accountability generally focus on student outcomes. The next generation of indicator systems must address wider issues, such as social context and values, curriculum assessment, structure of schooling, and individual student differences. Administrative, technical, political, and financial issues in…
Descriptors: Accountability, Educational Assessment, Educational Change, Educational Indicators

Hinds, Timothy H. – CD-ROM Professional, 1990
Discusses topics related to systems for in-house CD-ROM development: functions, including data capture, data conversion, data editing, indexing, database construction, simulation/testing, and formatting; components, including hardware, the processor, peripherals, and selection considerations; software, including the operating system, system…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Evaluation Criteria

Taylor, Simone Himbeault; Borland, Kerin McQuaid; Dey, Eric L. – Journal of Career Planning & Employment, 2000
Highlights the development of a data management system to facilitate service delivery by the career planning and placement department at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Recounts the development of the system, providing the context for data management and describing the issues associated with building and implementing a data model, and the…
Descriptors: Accountability, Career Planning, Data Collection, Higher Education
D'Ambrosio, Donna – Proceedings of the ASIST Annual Meeting, 2001
A classification and taxonomy are used to analyze responses from systems analysts in real-world situations. Systems analysts were given a questionnaire in attempt to: (1) determine whether requirements descriptor terms are created and used in real world situations so that they might classify domain processes and objects; (2) if terms are used, try…
Descriptors: Classification, Content Analysis, Data Analysis, Information Systems