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Ediger, Marlow – 1998
There are numerous teaching suggestions to offer in guiding pupils to greater achievement in mathematics. This paper suggests that the instructor should begin where the pupil is presently and observe what interests the pupil in learning. Different methods for teaching mathematics such as using blocks, beads, films, filmstrips or slides, a…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Ediger, Marlow – 1989
Four philosophies of computer use in the social studies field are discussed, each representing a unique school of thought in teaching and learning. They are idealism, realism, experimentation, and existentialism. Idealists believe in an idea-centered social studies curriculum. Tutorial programs, carefully selected to achieve relevant goals, may…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Curriculum Enrichment, Educational Objectives
Ediger, Marlow – 1989
Instructors in technical education need to use diverse methods of teaching to provide for individual differences among learners. Use of microcomputers is particularly appropriate, because such use can impart knowledge as well as develop skills. Three philosophies of computer/software instruction in technical education can be identified: (1)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Decision Making
Ediger, Marlow – 1997
Technology has been making rapid strides since its inception in the school curriculum. In 1970, four kinds of software were available for use in reading instruction, although they were criticized for deficiencies. Throughout the 1980s, the number of schools having computers and sufficient software increased. Advantages in using computers in…
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Software