Computer-Assisted Instruction in the Context of the Advanced Instructional System. Authoring Support Software. Part I

摘要

This report details the design, development and implementation of computer software to support the cost-effective production of Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) within the context of the Advanced Instructional System (AIS) located at Lowry AFB. This report supplements the computer managed Air Force technical training that is currently supported by AIS, giving the Air Force a full function Computer Based Instructional system. The interactive Authoring Editor, Presentation Program, Data Collection, and Data Print software components of the CAI system are detailed. The Editor simplifies the authoring task by (a) eliminating the need for the author to use a computer language, (b) structuring the task, (c) providing computer aided input, and (d) extensive formating and editing capabilities. The software also provides conditional and unconditional branching that can be specified from the Editor. (Author)