Before purchasing word processing equipment, school business officials should develop a study team to assess current and future needs. Communication with personnel involved is essential for the acceptance of both the study and the word processing equipment. (Author/MLF)

Clinicians, students, and administrators can save time and effort in preparing, revising, and producing reports on students with communication disorders by using word processing programs on microcomputers. The article discusses the characteristics, applications, and requirements for word processing programs as well as criteria for selection.…

The article demonstrates the use of word processing commands for the creation of sections of diagnostic reports, intervention plans, and progress summaries. The use of basic commands for searching and finding key words in a core report is illustrated, along with chaining sequences for writing objectives. (Author/CL)

Reports the major findings of a national survey of office professionals conducted by Honeywell Incorporated. When asked how they would spend $10,000 to increase their personal productivity, the majority of workers surveyed said they would buy a computer, software, or word processor. (MD)

The University of Pittsburgh has a 2-year agreement designating the Xerox Corporation as the primary supplier of word processing and related office automation equipment in order to increase productivity and more efficient use of campus resources. (MLF)

Outlines one school's approach to using microcomputers to help teach writing skills in high school. (MD)

Milwaukee (Wisconsin) has two schools that offer courses in word processing as a part of their business education curriculum. The author describes how the two programs were established. (MLF)

Provides a step-by-step approach for administrators to follow when becoming aquainted with their first computer. (MD)

Microcomputers enable school public relations professionals to serve the educational community more effectively than ever. Successful computerization requires reliable state-of-the-art hardware and software, competent service, and knowledgeable/available consultation. Information is provided about word processing functions, the modem, and various…

The usefulness of the computer for facilitating children's creative writing and for manipulating structures in writing is illustrated. (MP)

The use of CP/M (Control Program Monitor)-based microcomputers in teaching word processing and data processing is explored. The system's advantages, variations, dictionary software, and future are all discussed. (CT)

There is an abundance of educational software available, the quality of which ranges from invaluable to a waste of money. The following guidelines should make shopping for software as painless as possible: (1) know your objectives; (2) be sure the software fits your equipment; (3) consider dealer support; (4) consider brand names first; (5) check…

The article describes an approach by which word processing helps to solve some of the writing problems of learning disabled students. Aspects considered include prewriting, drafting, revising, and completing the story. (CL)

Describes the emerging administrative tool of "issues management." Categorizes issues as current, emerging, or ongoing, explains how issues emerge, recommends using word processors and national computer networks to manage many issues, and discusses education's need for issues management. Offers guidelines for starting an issues…

This report contains profiles of computer-based writing programs at 49 colleges which were originally submitted for empirical assessment by a 3-year project sponsored by the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education and the City University of New York. The profiles, representing two-year and four-year, public and private, rural and…