Discusses the role of computers in mathematics education, including their use (computer science) as a subject area and as a means of delivering instruction. Indicates that the computer challenge is here but the mathematics education system has yet to rise to the challenge. (JN)

Examines issues related to educational change, discussing both the teacher and the computer as change agents and the student's role in learning. Indicates that one educational goal is to have students become self-reliant and independent learners and that computers can help achieve this goal. (JN)

This paper provides an overview of the implications of microcomputer technology for education and of general strategies for integrating computers into schools. Allocation of 1 or 2 percent of a district's annual budget could bring computers within the reach of every student in a few years, and this will result in significant, far-reaching changes…

Designed to help elementary and middle school teachers increase their level of computer-education literacy, this book discusses the capabilities, limitations, applications, and possible impact of computers in education. Chapter 1 briefly defines what a computer is and explains the book's goals and applications. Chapter 2 provides a technical…