NAVIGATION THROUGH GUIDE AND TOOLBOOK: A CRITICAL EVALUATION AND A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TWO HYPERMEDIA SYSTEMS
Dominique Hémard, Lorraine White · Computer Assisted Language Learning · 1995
Whilst many definitions and explanations have already been given on the concept of hypertext, hypermedia and ‘generally speaking machine intelligence, much research still has to be carried out into the practical and logistical aspects of authoring and interface design. From this premise, this paper sets out to circumscribe, evaluate and compare a number of clearly identified problems encountered when designing two parallel hypermedia applications, using Guide 3.1 and ToolBook 1.5 respectively, from the language specialist turned author's standpoint. This empirical approach is aimed at establishing the potential values and perceived limitations of both authoring facilities for the non‐computer specialist, as well as providing domain‐specific recommendations for the optimum delivery of a pedagogically‐sound practice. This study into the effectiveness and adaptability of these two hypermedia environments is entirely based on the design and critical evaluation of the ensuing user‐interface of the twin applications both defined as a ‘customized hypermedia tuition’.