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Miller, Inabeth – Popular Computing, 1984
Argues that most school systems in the United States fit into one of the five evolutionary stages of computer use: initial experimentation, state legislative involvement, search for software, initial computer integration, and full integration. These stages are described and tips on how to choose the best computer software are given. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Educational Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1984
Describes features of five new software programs--Songwriter, Musical Ideas, Musicalc I, Musical Construction Set, Musicland, and Music Designer II--which facilitate musical composition and musical creativity in a variety of ways. Shortcomings are briefly discussed, and sources for further information are given. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Creativity, Documentation
Pournelle, Jerry – Popular Computing, 1985
Discusses several ways computers, software, and peripheral equipment may aid in teaching dyslexic children to read, i.e., using voice synthesizers and speech software; employing human readers to translate what's on the screen; utilizing word processing functions; using microcomputers to control tape recorders; and utilizing "creativity…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Creative Development, Databases, Dyslexia
Liskin, Miriam; And Others – Popular Computing, 1984
This collection of articles includes an examination of word-processing software; project management software; new expert systems that turn microcomputers into logical, well-informed consultants; simulated negotiation software; telephone management systems; and the physical design of an efficient microcomputer work space. (MBR)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Business, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1985
Describes an innovative, tool-based high school computer literacy course that involves student use of productivity software to learn what computers do in the real world rather than programing. Several student projects, teacher qualifications and responsibilities, and the role of peer teaching are discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Course Descriptions