The Use of Interactive Video and Videodisc for Preservice and Inservice Education

This article describes the concept of interactive video. Emphasis is placed on the use of the video disc in connection with microcomputers. The different types of videodisc systems are described and the levels of interactivity are presented. The advantages of a video disc storage system for computer-assisted instruction (CAI) are compared to video tape. Some examples of contemporary software utilizing interactive video and the laser videodisc are presented. Applications for the specialist in communication disorders in the area of faculty and staff development, student educational programming and clinical praeticum are put forth.