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Merrill, M. David; Li, Zhongmin – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1989
Describes a prototype expert system that was developed to guide the instructional design phase of instructional system development. Declarative and procedural knowledge representation methods employed in the system are explained, a sample dialog between the system and a designer is presented, and future phases of the project are discussed. (nine…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Expert Systems, Futures (of Society), Guidelines

Merrill, M. David – Computers in Human Behavior, 1988
Reviews instructional design techniques that are suggested for improving the quality and effectiveness of educational software. Three areas of instructional design are addressed: (1) instructional strategies, including provision, examples and active feedback; (2) screen display, including text style variety; and (3) human factors, including…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Feedback, Guidelines