Discusses the development of audiovisual instruction in Belgium and the need for standardizing within this context. (RAO)

Examines virtual reality (VR), and discusses the dilemma of defining VR, the limitations of the current technology, and the implications of VR for education. Highlights include a VR experience; human factors and the interface; and altered reality versus VR. (Author/AEF)

Summarizes the developments in educational media in Slovenia as it prepares for the twenty-first century. Describes the Computer Literacy program, which was initiated by the government to help in the introduction and use of modern media and information technology in the educational process. (Author/LRW)

The Latvian Education Informatization System LIIS project covers the whole information grid: education content, management, information services, infrastructure and user training at several levels--schools, school boards and Ministry of Education and Science. Informatization is the maintained process of creating the technical, economical and…

The digital divide is generally thought to arise from socio-economic disparities. However, there is more to it. Eye colour is a factor. In this study, the 16 multiple-choice item Internet Quiz was administered to 3,208 respondents in the Lower Mainland (Vancouver) of British Columbia, Canada. Blue and hazel-eyed people knew significantly more…

Discusses teacher training in the German Federal Republic, and the functions of the Berlin Audio-Visual Aids Centre. In addition to stocking and lending out audiovisual equipment and media, the center provides equipment and counseling for training of teachers and enhancement of education. (JEG)

A look at international coproduction of educational films in Europe. (HB)

Describes the responsibilities and publications of the IEC in relation to educational technology and the work of two subcommittees, SC60A and SC60B, which are concerned with audio and video recording. The responsibilities of the IEC SC60C subcommittee in audiovisual, video, and television equipment and systems are also presented. (RAO)

Although student-centred learning environments have recently attracted attention, such systems often place an unusual cognitive burden on the learner. Recent research suggests that cognitive tools can scaffold student-centred learning in these types of environments. This paper introduces and analyses problems and issues in the design and use of…

An extract from an article in the Autumn-Winter, 1972 issue of "Education and Culture" published by the Council of Europe. (Author)

Explores the development of audiovisual instruction in the United States as an outgrowth of the industrial revolution and the development of more sophisticated communications technology in the mid twentieth century. (RAO)

Provides an introduction to CD-ROM technology, its advantages and disadvantages, and sources of information for locating and evaluating CD-ROMs. Types of CD-ROMs described include reference sources, utility tools for professionals, public access catalogs, directories, public domain and shareware, clip art, curriculum materials, and multimedia…

Examines and compares the cost and benefit factors involved in networking information technologies in education and training in the specific fields of business (management education) and law. Discusses the diversity of networking, describes teaching methods in law schools, and offers recommendations for successful networking. (Author/LRW)

Discusses the use of hypermedia-based information and communication technology (ICT) in education. Presents a case study of the use of ICT software at the University of Leicester for an economics course and highlights the importance of supporting ICT and non-ICT tools as well as the pivotal role of the instructor. (Author/LRW)

3-dimensional online learning environments can provide a means for users with limited connectivity to the Internet to participate as fully as their broadband-enabled peers in collaborative experiences, information sharing and feedback. Nearly 90% of the universities in the USA that support distributed learning programmes use web-based course…