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ED451401 - Designing Multimedia Learning Systems for Adult Learners: Basic Skills with a Workforce Emphasis. NCAL Working Paper.

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ERIC #:ED451401
Title:Designing Multimedia Learning Systems for Adult Learners: Basic Skills with a Workforce Emphasis. NCAL Working Paper.
Authors:Sabatini, John P.
Descriptors:Adult Basic EducationAdult LiteracyBasic SkillsComputer SoftwareComputer Uses in EducationEducational TechnologyEmployment PotentialFormative EvaluationInstructional MaterialsIntegrated CurriculumJob SkillsLabor Force DevelopmentLiteracy EducationMathematics InstructionMultimedia InstructionPostsecondary EducationProgram EffectivenessProgram ImprovementReading InstructionTeaching MethodsTheory Practice RelationshipWorkplace LiteracyWriting Instruction
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Publisher:For full text: http://literacy.org/products/ncal/pdf/WP0001.pdf.
Publication Date:2001-03-00
Pages:20
Pub Types:Reports - Evaluative
Abstract:An analysis was conducted of the results of a formative evaluation of the LiteracyLink "Workplace Essential Skills" (WES) learning system conducted in the fall of 1998. (The WES learning system is a multimedia learning system integrating text, sound, graphics, animation, video, and images in a computer system and includes a videotape series, a workbook text, and a Web site. The program addresses basic skills in reading, writing, communication, and mathematics in a workplace context. It also covers issues of job searching, career planning, and workplace orientation. The program is based on adult learning theory.) The analysis was intended to interpret how the formative evaluation's results should be applied in revisions to the design of the WES learning system. Five design issues were discussed and interpreted: (1) redundancy versus reinforcement across media; (2) readability; (3) responses to the videotape, workbook, and online materials as stand-alone products; (4) pedagogical assumptions underlying the writing and media design; and (5) effectiveness of the teacher's guide. Suggestions were made for revisions of the materials in line with adult learning and technological advancements. (Contains 14 references.) (KC)
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Record Type:Non-Journal
Level:1 - Available on microfiche
Institutions:National Center on Adult Literacy, Philadelphia, PA.
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Audiences:Practitioners; Researchers
Languages:English
Education Level:Adult Basic Education; Postsecondary Education
 

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