Characteristics of effective instructional technology

Series or Serial: Mosaic: Research Notes on Literacy, Vol. 4, No. 2

Publisher: Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy

Published At: University Park, PA

Date Published: 1994

Distributor: Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy

Source Address: 204 Calder Way, Suite 209

Source City/State/Zip: University Park PA 16801

Material Type: Article

Intended Audience: General

Physical Media: Print

Subjects: Educational Technology; Computer Assisted Instruction; Computer Software Development

Abstract:
This article summarizes characteristics of effective instructional technology within the context of software development at the Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy. Included are interaction, feedback, learner control, learner-controlled accessories, directions and help, consistency, organization, graphics, assessment and record-keeping, customization, and instructor's manual. References are given.

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