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Educational Technology Research and Development

1996 Volume 44, Number 3

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Number of articles: 6

  1. A Real World Comparison of the Effectiveness of Satellite Training and Classroom Training

    Deborah L. Whetzel

    A study assessed the effectiveness of a satellite training program developed for the United States Postal Service and compared it with traditional classroom training for the same courses. Results... More

    pp. 5-18

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  2. Color Research and Its Application to the Design of Instructional Materials

    Dennis Pett & Trudy Wilson

    Reviews color research and considers its implications for the design of instructional materials. Topics include physiological and psychological effects; color and learning, including attention,... More

    pp. 19-35

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  3. A Conceptual Framework for the Development of Theories-in-Action with Open-Ended Learning Environments

    Susan M. Land & Michael J. Hannafin

    This paper describes a rationale for, and conceptual framework of, learning via open-ended learning environments (OELEs). It highlights development of theories-in-action with OELEs, including the... More

    pp. 37-53

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  4. The Dick and Carey Model: Will It Survive the Decade?

    Walter Dick

    Reviews changes in the original Dick and Carey model of instructional design and considers its future usefulness. Topics include alternative instructional design textbooks, the influence of... More

    pp. 55-63

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  5. Skills and Knowledge Needed by Television Production Specialists in Distance Education

    Ricky Telg

    A study examined the skills and knowledge that television production specialists, with no previous experience or educational background prior to their employment at four-year universities, had to... More

    pp. 73-81

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  6. Computerized Prompting Partners and Keystroke Recording Devices: Two Macro Driven Writing Tools

    Thomas H. Reynolds & Curtis J. Bonk

    Discusses writing instruction and the use of educational computer programs; provides a theoretical framework that includes cognitive tool partnerships, learning theory, writing research, and the... More

    pp. 83-97

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