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Zalewski, Donald L., Ed. – 1982
This collection of eight papers is designed to assist educators in becoming computer literate and in identifying and developing competencies necessary to implement microcomputers in K-12 classrooms. For the novice, it contains an overview of computers, a discussion of their use in daily life and in education, and coverage of important terms and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Managed Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education
Akst, Geoffrey, Ed.; And Others – 1984
An outgrowth of a conference of developmental faculty and administrators interested in exploring computer-based education, this monograph presents 26 papers devoted to microcomputer applications in college basic skills programs. Included are 5 papers on general topics, 13 on language teaching, 7 on mathematics, and 1 dissent paper. Articles range…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Colleges, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Meloni, Christine, Ed. – 1985
A collection of working papers on English as a second language (ESL) instruction includes: "A Structured Approach to Teaching Composition" (Margery Tegey); "Teaching Writing' to ESL Students: A Process-Based Approach" (Marie Nelson); "When Theory and Intuition Meet: An Approach to Composition Instruction" (Ali A. Aghbar, Kathy Trump); "Shakespeare…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Faculty, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Strategies
Simic, Marge, Comp.; Smith, Carl, Ed. – 1990
Originally developed for the Department of Defense Schools (DoDDS) system, this learning package on computer use in reading is designed for teachers who wish to upgrade or expand their teaching skills on their own. The package includes an overview of the project; a comprehensive search of the ERIC database; a lecture giving an overview on the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Distance Education, Educational Technology
Boone, Randy, Ed. – 1991
Focusing on the use of word processing software programs as instructional tools for students learning writing composition, this collection includes 14 research articles and position papers, 16 reports on lesson ideas and projects, 5 articles on keyboarding, and 18 product reviews. These materials relate to teaching writing through the process…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Secondary Education, Keyboarding (Data Entry)
Zellner, Ronald D., Ed.; And Others – 1987
Nine of the 15 papers in this collection consider the current uses of technology in education and the implications of this use; the six remaining papers focus on applications of technology in education. The papers are: (1) "A Qualitative Synthesis of Pictorial Complexity on Learner Achievement" (Jay Angert, Jon Denton, and Francis Clark); (2)…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Database Management Systems
Download full textCharles Sturt Univ.-Riverina, Wagga Wagga (Australia). Div. of External Studies. – 1990
This publication is meant to share ideas about distance education and descriptions of work-in-progress in this area. In the first of three papers, "Computers, Related Devices and Distance Education: How Cinderella Becomes a Princess," George Hampton describes the need for technological literacy and suggests computer-assisted instruction…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Continuing Education, Distance Education
Simic, Marge, Comp.; Smith, Carl, Ed. – 1990
Originally developed as part of a project for the Department of Defense Schools (DoDDS) system, this learning package on computers and writing is designed for teachers who wish to upgrade or expand their teaching skills on their own. The package includes an overview of the project; a comprehensive search of the ERIC database; a lecture giving an…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Ediger, Marlow – 1982
The nine essays in this collection examine various issues regarding the utilization of computers in the school curriculum, including the selection of objectives, learning activities and appraisal procedures in curriculum development; providing for individual differences among learners; staff development; behaviorism as an emphasis for programmed…
Descriptors: Behaviorism, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Course Objectives
Nazzaro, Jean N., Ed. – 1981
Written by computer specialists, teachers, parents, and students, the 23 articles emphasize the role computers play in the development of thinking, problem solving, and creativity in gifted and talented students. Articles have the following titles and authors: "Computers and Computer Cultures" (S. Papert); "Classroom Computers--Beyond the 3 R's"…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted
Schomberg, Steven F., Ed. – 1986
Methods developed by faculty to involve students in the classroom are described in 13 articles, based on the experience of University of Minnesota faculty in the Northwest Area Program on Active Learning. Each article considers: how to get started, sample applications of the method, challenges and how to deal with them, rewards, and where to get…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Ability, College Instruction, Debate
Pollard, Jim, Ed. – 1987
This publication contains six presentations on using microcomputers in special education, submitted by special education teachers at informal information sharing sessions. The first is a lesson plan involving pre-computer activities that prepare preschool developmentally delayed children for using a computer keyboard. Finger isolation and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Databases
Cuevas, Gilbert, Ed.; Driscoll, Mark, Ed. – 1993
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics'"Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics" and "Professional Standards for Teaching Mathematics" reflect the belief that all students can learn a significant core of high-quality mathematics. Recognizing the magnitude of the task of reaching all students, this…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Core Curriculum, Demonstration Programs, Educational Quality
Rodenstein, Judith – 1985
This publication contains 4 reports and 15 profiles which illustrate the role of computers in education with emphasis on vocational education. The reports are: (1) "Microcomputers in the Classroom--Dreams and Realities" (Henry Jay Becker); (2) "Microcomputers in the Classroom: Are There Unique Issues for Vocational Educators to Consider?" (Judith…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Enrichment
Tidball, Charles S., Ed.; Shelesnyak, M. C., Ed. – 1981
Provided is a collection of papers on computer literacy and simulation originally published in The Physiology Teacher, supplemented by additional papers and a glossary of terms relevant to the field. The 12 papers are presented in five sections. An affirmation of conventional physiology laboratory exercises, coping with computer terminology, and…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
