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Frye, Jerrold – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
Because it was financially impossible to put a microcomputer center at each of nine Chapter I-funded elementary schools in the Modesto (California) City Schools, a remodeled school bus was converted into a mobile computing center. Objectives of the "Compubus" program and evaluation of the first year are discussed. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Education, Instructional Innovation, Microcomputers
Pfaehler, Brenda – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
To dissolve much of the confusion surrounding videotex and teletext, and the respective merits of these emerging technologies for education, the Annenberg Foundation joined with the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to conduct controlled comparison tests. Results of the project are described. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Research, Educational Technology, Higher Education
Stecher, Brian – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
Evaluation, defined as "the systematic collection and analysis of information to aid in decision-making and program planning," must include special considerations when applied to computer-oriented programs. Presents a three-tier classification system for computer programs based on their stage of development and evaluation issues crucial to each…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
Naiman, Adeline – 1982
This general introduction to educational uses of microcomputers provides basic information to assist educators, parents, and concerned citizens in implementing microcomputer programs in the schools. An overview and brief history of educational computing is followed by suggestions which emphasize the need for planning, including pitfalls to avoid,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Decision Making, Information Sources
Montague, William E.; Wulfeck, Wallace H., II – 1982
This report reviews the background of the Instructional Systems Design (ISD) model (used to develop training for Naval personnel), identifies problems in the ISD process and in its management and implementation, and recommends methods of ISD improvement. The ISD model is described as a process originally developed to remind instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Guidelines, Instructional Design, Instructional Development
Behuniak, Peter – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
Presents a rationale as to why bilingual programs present a unique proving ground for computer-assisted evaluation efforts; also outlines the evaluation of Connecticut's bilingual education programs. A summary of computer applications designed to improve evaluation and a brief discussion of current benefits and future possibilities are included.…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Bilingual Education Programs, Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Assessment
Mroz, Henry; Lawner, Harvey – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
Discusses how the Lowell School District (MA) formed a partnership with a university and microcomputer manufacturer to select equipment, created a committee of administrators, teachers, and parents to oversee and implement the plan, and how the implementation efforts will be evaluated. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement
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Buchan, Victoria V. – Journal of Social Work Education, 1991
The historical development of evaluation in higher education is traced, and current views on assessment options are discussed. A case is made for longitudinal computer-based program monitoring by defining the approach and presenting a case study. Advantages and disadvantages are examined. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Outcomes Assessment, Computer Oriented Programs, Evaluation Criteria
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Smith, Linda F. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1992
The experience of Coastal Carolina College (South Carolina) suggests that, although the small college often has the same academic reporting demands for intercollegiate athletics as a large institution, the nature of the institution creates different recordkeeping and reporting challenges. Computerization and active institutional research staff…
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Athletics, Computer Oriented Programs, Disclosure
Hansen, Edmund; And Others – 1991
This project sought to explore the educational potential of three models of a University of Indiana computer conferencing technology in facilitating collaborative learning and enhancing social interaction in instructional contexts that provide limited face-to-face contact among the students. The study examined each of the three models of computer…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Education Service Center Region 20, San Antonio, TX. – 1986
A continuation of an earlier manual, this guide was written to help adult education teachers and their students to go beyond the information of part 1 and learn more about the uses of computers. Although this manual is directed more toward teachers and administrators than toward students, activities for students are provided. As in part 1, some of…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy
Quint, Barbara; And Others – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1986
Eight articles serve as an introduction to the growing presence of technology in libraries. Topics covered include going online with microcomputers, a selection guide to database management software, sensible groundrules for circulating software, selection of software for microcomputer centers, and setting standards for microcomputers in…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Databases
Wepner, Shelley; Kramer, Steven – 1984
Four essential steps for integrating computer technology into a school districts' reading curriculum--needs assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation--are described in terms of what educators can do at the district and building level to facilitate optimal instructional conditions for students. With regard to needs assessment,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Educational Planning
Hunter, Charles M. – 1983
This paper examines the characteristics of the Louisiana Compensatory/Remedial Education Student Profile form and the nature of the compensatory education program evaluation served by the Student Profile. The Student Profile is a one page, triplicate form prepared by the Louisiana State Department of Education for each grade 2 student who failed…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Compensatory Education, Computer Oriented Programs, Eligibility
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Lolli, Anthony – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1991
An environment that values evaluation as a means of effectively using resources is a prerequisite for development of administrative computing systems. Collaborative development of student information systems by a variety of campus offices increases the likelihood that useful information will be available to administrators for evaluating…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, College Students, Computer Oriented Programs, Cooperation
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