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Aherran, Anne – Unicorn, Journal of the Australian College of Education, 1986
Examines the relative merits of using computer networks (several computers linked together and sharing a single disk drive) and stand-alone systems (self-contained units operating independently) in Australian primary school classrooms. Advances several arguments favoring stand-alone systems, which improve accessibility and enhance individual…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Enrichment, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries
Hyde, Hartley – Unicorn, Journal of the Australian College of Education, 1986
The advantages of microcomputer networks include resource sharing, multiple user communications, and integrating data processing and office automation. This article nonetheless favors stand-alone computers for Australian secondary school classrooms because of unreliable hardware, software design, and copyright problems, and individual progress…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Copyrights, Foreign Countries
Smith, S. – Unicorn, Bulletin of the Australian College of Education, 1984
Both practical and irrational factors will substantially delay the widespread use of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) in Australia's schools, including the following: lack of suitable software, insufficient hardware, ignorance of what CAI offers, lack of expert advice, computer anxiety, reaction against computer zealots, and resistance to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Kinnear, Judith F. – 1986
Problem solving is an essential skill in the study of genetics. Genetics problems have traditionally come from laboratory activities and textbook situations. Recently computer-based problems have been available to complement these standard sources. This report focusses on the use of computer-based problems in the study of genetics. Discriptions…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Foreign Countries, Genetics
Shires, David, Ed. – 1984
Designed to provide information on educational computing to elementary and secondary school educators, particularly those in South Australia, this publication is produced once each term. The Term 1 issue includes the following articles: a description of Information Technology Month (July 1984) activities in South Australia; "Software Piracy…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Copyrights
Clyde, Laurel; Joyce, D. Joan – 1983
This bibliography provides a guide to the literature available as of August 1983 on computers (particularly microcomputers) and school libraries. References include annotations of articles, books, papers, and reports written in English, and some nonprint materials (many citations are from Australian publications). The selection, organization, and…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software
Butterworth, Margaret – 1992
A library has the capacity to deliver much more than just its locally stored and owned resources. By using telecommunications, information can be sought from online databases and from other pupils in schools across the world. This paper includes: (1) an explanation of the link between "virtual reality" and the "virtual…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Databases, Definitions
Boomer, Garth – 1985
The Australian term "fair dinkum" (meaning genuine, true, or real) in the title emphasizes the book's intention of providing thoughts and reflections on how to enhance the art and science of English teaching. Focusing on literacy, the book deals with action research or teaching theories that may suggest other strategies and further field…
Descriptors: Action Research, Basic Skills, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education
Latchem, Colin, Ed.; And Others – 1993
This book describes developments in interactive multimedia (IMM) in the early 1990s. Its aim is to provide educators, students, trainers, librarians, managers, and practitioners with an overview, not only of the directions and uses of the technology, but also of the research foundations and educational and contextual issues that need to be…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware, Display Systems
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Murray, Steve – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Recounts some of the past attempts at determining a national Australian policy for the use of computer technology in mathematics education. Lists 25 issues facing Australian mathematics education, along with the objectives of a UNESCO Regional Seminar held in the summer of 1987 relating to this topic. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Educational Technology
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Balla, John; And Others – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Discusses potential uses of computer technology in the mathematics classroom and some factors constraining its breadth of use. Identifies the need for teacher education programs which support teachers' use of computers. Describes a cooperative project involving university faculty, secondary school teachers, and preservice teacher trainees which…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, College School Cooperation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
Elliott, Alison – AECA Resource Book Series, 1996
Research has supported the idea that the use of computers in the education of young children promotes social interaction and academic achievement. This resource booklet provides an introduction to computers in early childhood settings to enrich learning opportunities and provides guidance to teachers to find developmentally appropriate software…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
Rowe, Helga A. H.; And Others – 1993
This book is about learning and teaching with personal computers. It is aimed at teachers, student teachers, those responsible for pre-service and in-service teacher training, school administrators, and parents. The book is arranged in four sections. Part I includes two chapters providing a theoretical framework for learning and teaching with…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation
Butterworth, Margaret, Ed. – 1997
This book reviews the latest Australian literature on the role of the teacher librarian. It discusses the impact of the Internet on the supply of and demand for information, and demonstrates the need for planned implementation of information technology in schools, with teacher librarians playing a vital and influential role. Fifteen chapters are…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Distance Education
Ward, James, Ed.; And Others – 1987
This set of papers deals with the integration and maintenance of disabled children in regular Australian classrooms and the mounting pressure on teachers to provide effective instruction for an increasingly broad range of ability groups. Part I is concerned with theoretical issues and research on the integration of children with special learning…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Classification, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction