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Record 1 1985-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Various Proper Names
  • Programming Languages
OBS

In CAL [computer assisted learning] software you need an authoring language and the courseware, the lessons. We have two authoring languages available: NATAL and CAN-8, developed at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, and marketed in association with Homecom Ltd. of Toronto.

OBS

CAN stands for: Completely Arbitrary Name. A different (earlier ?) version exists: CAN-4.

Key term(s)
  • CAN
  • completely arbitrary name
  • CAN-4
  • CAN-eight
  • CAN-four

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appellations diverses
  • Langages de programmation
OBS

langages d'enseignement informatisés Natal et CAN-8. Allocution du Ministre des communications, 16 octobre 1982.

Key term(s)
  • CAN-huit
  • CAN
  • CAN-4
  • CAN-quatre

Spanish

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