AUTOMATION, CYBERNETICS, AND EDUCATION.

Abstract

This paper presents an overview of recent developments in automation, cybernetics, and data-processing technology that have direct relevance for the future of education. The discussion focuses on the use of computers to provide individualized instruction, but consideration is also given to the application of data-processing equipment to process fiscal accounts and administrative records, to provide automated analysis and assessment of student cumulative records, and to assist in administrative planning. Research at SDC is used to illustrate these developments and their relevance to education. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 18, 1965
Accession Number
AD0612946

Entities

People

  • John E. Coulson

Organizations

  • System Development Corporation

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Engineered Resilient Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Automation
  • British Columbia
  • Computers
  • Cybernetics
  • Data Processing
  • Data Processing Equipment
  • Education
  • Instructions
  • Processing Equipment
  • Schools
  • Students
  • Universities

Readers

  • Computer Science.
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.
  • Political Science/ International Relations/ European Studies