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MacArthur, Charles – Pointer, 1984
Computer simulations have four general educational uses in remedial and special education: learning about systems analysis, understanding a real-world system, applying functional skills in realistic settings, and exploring fantasy worlds through adventure games. Potential uses include computer assisted video instruction to teach functional and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedTrimble, Sherry – NASSP Bulletin, 1986
Today's educational software has transcended original drill and practice functions to provide enjoyable learning experiences through simulation, tutorial, and special education programs that develop reasoning and problem-solving skills. Teacher and administrator effectiveness can be enhanced by lesson design, scheduling, attendance, grade…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Simulation
Moore, Gwendolyn B.; And Others – Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
Describes possible applications of new technologies to special education. Discusses results of a study designed to explore the use of robotics, artificial intelligence, and computer simulations to aid people with handicapping conditions. Presents several scenarios in which specific technological advances may contribute to special education…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Bionics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Download full textNave, Gary; Zembrosky-Barkin, Patti – 1985
Designed to encourage and aid educators in developing interactive video software, this guide is an outgrowth of an interactive video research and demonstration project at the University of Oregon. Known as Project LIVE (Learning through Interactive Video Education), the objectives of the program were to: (1) develop interactive video courseware…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Drills (Practice)
Peer reviewedMaddux, Cleborne D. – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Discussion of microcomputer use in public elementary schools focuses on the field of special education. Two main ways of using computers are described: (1) traditional uses, including administration, computer-assisted instruction, and assessment; and (2) new applications, including programming, word processing, simulations, and prosthetic aids…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Simulation
Mahaffey, Darlena; Patton, Jan – 1992
This packet contains a curriculum guide, teacher's guide, and simulations for a course in information processing. The curriculum guide contains the essential elements, a suggested scope and sequence, student competencies for the courses, an outline of course content, teacher activities, a list of recommended equipment, a competency checklist, and…
Descriptors: Academic Education, Behavioral Objectives, Business Communication, Citations (References)
