Innovations in Instructional Technology » (New Edition)

This volume honors Merrill's contributions to computer-assisted instruction and commitment to mentoring. Spector (instructional systems, Florida State U.), who worked with him on automating instructional design, introduces Merrill's pioneering work in the field. Other colleagues and former students discuss historical developments and aspects of their work directly/indirectly influenced by Merrill's innovations including Time-shared, Interactive, Computer-Controlled, Information Television and instructional theories that focus on integration rather than components. The 17 contributions include an interview with Merrill (currently at Utah State U.) on mentoring, his interchange with panelists at a 2003 professional society meeting, and a glossary of his terminology. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR