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Birch, Alison – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses the list processing capabilities of Logo. Describes some examples of how to use this aspect of Logo to enhance computer literacy and English-language skills. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
Daiute, Colette – 1985
Intended for teachers, this digest shows that the computer can offer many efficient tools for expression, student control of writing, and instruction beyond the grammar and spelling drills most commonly associated with computers. The digest discusses the goals of the language arts curriculum, the role of the computer in the language arts…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Courseware
Richards, Meredith – Instructor, 1985
Language arts skills and writing projects can be combined with activities that teach the fundamentals of word processing to improve the language arts curriculum. Suggested lessons cover five writing and editing operations common to most word processing software. (DF)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Education, Language Arts
South Carolina State Dept. of Education, Columbia. Office of Instructional Technology. – 1988
This booklet serves as an advisory reference to available software programs that address specific objectives for students in grades 1-8 in all three Basic Skills Assessment Program (BSAP) curriculum areas--language arts, mathematics, and science. A description of the basic skills objectives precede each curriculum section. Information provided for…
Descriptors: Courseware, Elementary Education, Evaluation Criteria, Language Arts
Balajthy, Ernest – Computing Teacher, 1988
Discusses benefits of keyboarding instruction for elementary school students, emphasizing the integration of keyboarding with language arts instruction. Traditional typing and computer-assisted instruction are discussed, six software packages for adapting keyboarding instruction to the classroom are reviewed, and suggestions for software selection…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Education, Instructional Design
Moore, Tony – Primary English Notes (P.E.N.), 1984
The purpose of this focused newsletter is to give teachers who know little or nothing of computers some background on which to base further investigation and decisions. It begins by explaining what a computer is and defining such terms as software, hardware, memory, input/output devices, and disk drive. The newsletter then outlines four major uses…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Courseware, Databases
South Carolina Educational Television Network Columbia. – 1987
A consolidated, updated edition of the microcomputer software South Carolina Basic Skills Assessment Program (BSAP) correlation books that have been published by the Office of Instructional Technology since May 1984, this book serves as a reference to available software programs which address BSAP objectives for grades 1-8 in all three BSAP…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Educational Objectives, Elementary Education
Walshe, R. D., Ed. – 1984
Designed for use by elementary school teachers, this discussion paper discusses the use of the word processor in the teaching of writing. The paper examines both the positive and negative aspects of computer use. After comparing the writing process with the problem solving process, the newsletter provides articles relating teachers' experiences…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Education, Language Arts
Eiser, Leslie – Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Reports on how experts in special education approach the problem of software selection. Offers guidance in examining if the software is modifiable and if it offers record-keeping options. Also contains a listing of sample programs that are suitable for special education students in language arts, mathematics, and problem solving. (ML)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
van Deusen, Jean Donham; van Deusen, Robert M. – Principal, 1989
The computer is not just a teaching tool, but a teaching medium. Purchase of appropriate software to achieve worthwhile instructional goals is essential. There are several software titles for elementary school educators to consider seriously in mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. Included is a sampler of effective elementary…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
South Carolina State Dept. of Education, Columbia. Office of Instructional Technology. – 1990
This booklet serves as an advisory reference to available software programs that address specific objectives for students in grades 1-8 in all three Basic Skills Assessment Program (BSAP) curriculum areas--language arts, mathematics, and science. A description of the basic skills objectives precedes each curriculum section. Information provided…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware, Elementary Education, Evaluation Criteria
Beaver, John F. – 1994
This book is designed to provide elementary and middle school teachers with motivating problem-solving activities to use with their students. The text contains interesting and challenging problems from mathematics, language arts, social studies, and natural science which are divided into sections of activities of short, middle, and longer duration…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Elementary Education, Junior High Schools
Caster, Tonja – 1983
Practical issues that should be considered in placing a classroom computer for use with elementary students include where to locate computer equipment in relation to electrical sockets, windows, and chalkboards; the program sound; who will be able to see the screen; and classroom traffic patterns. Decisions must be made regarding the size of…
Descriptors: Classroom Design, Classroom Environment, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Anderson-Inman, Lynne – Computing Teacher, 1987
Discusses the use of computer assisted instruction to enhance learning basic skills within the traditional language arts curriculum. The Teaching for Transfer approach to software evaluation that is described is designed to provide teachers with information about how well a given piece of software can be integrated into the existing curriculum.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Conventional Instruction, Course Objectives, Courseware

Pontecorvo, Clotilde; Zucchermaglio, Cristina – European Journal of Psychology of Education, 1991
Presents results of a study of six kinds of linguistic education software. Discusses treatment of language as an object rather than as a means of communication. Reports that the software promotes reflection on language and metalanguage awareness in a social and educational context by stimulating children's interest in playing with language. (DK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware