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Jonassen, David – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1985
Describes a procedure for using commonly available database management systems to produce indexes on microcomputers. Production steps discussed include creation of the database, data entry, database sort, formatting, and editing. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Indexes, Indexing
Erikson, Warren; Turban, Efraim – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1985
Examination of issues involved in acquiring appropriate microcomputer software for higher education focuses on the following points: developing your own software; finding commercially available software; using published evaluations; pre-purchase testing; customizing and adapting commercial software; post-purchase testing; and software use. A…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Evaluation Criteria, Higher Education, Information Sources
Mueller, Cheryl – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1985
Offers suggestions for developing and implementing a plan to integrate microcomputers in higher education humanities curricula. Ways to introduce faculty to microcomputers and have them devise methods and applications for classroom use are explained. Specific software packages useful for writing instruction are discussed. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Computer Software, Faculty Development, Higher Education
Elliott, Alan C.; And Others – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1989
Presents a series of data sets and answers that can be used to do an inhouse evaluation of common procedures in statistical software programs that are designed for use on microcomputers. Highlights include procedures for t-test, analysis of variance, regression, correlation, and categorical data analysis. (14 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Correlation
Blum, Lester – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1983
Discussion of several applications of microcomputer programing in developing economics tutorials on videocassettes includes hardware requirements and videocassette preparation. A sample oligopoly program is included. Additional potential applications noted include using the microcomputer as an electronic blackboard and audio synchronized…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Economics Education, Higher Education
Earle, Daniel W., Jr. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1988
Describes the configuration of a workstation for a college design studio based on the Macintosh Plus microcomputer. Highlights include cost estimates, computer hardware peripherals, computer aided design software, networked studios, and potentials for new approaches to design activity in the computer based studio of the future. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Cost Estimates, Designers
Falk, Laurence L.; Falk, Carol J. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1986
Describes a computer simulation providing population change profiles at 5-year intervals for 100 years, projecting natural rate of increase and total population, per capita gross national product, energy consumption, age-specific fertility rates, and survival ratios. Data sources for the simulation, sample printed output, and learning activities…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Birth Rate, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Myers, Darlene – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1983
Discusses development of the first computers; identifies five generations of computers; reviews projections for sales and proliferation of microcomputers into the marketplace; outlines procedures for selecting microcomputers and evaluating software; and reviews several articles on microcomputers centering on user requirements. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decision Making, Evaluation Criteria, Futures (of Society)
Humphrey, John – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1992
Based on experiences with use of microcomputers in a business computer programing curriculum at a community college, this article suggests guidelines for designing a computer laboratory that will meet the needs of disabled students. Specific hardware and software aids are recommended, and the importance of faculty attitude is discussed. (three…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Centers, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
Barker, Thomas T. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1986
These guidelines for designing and operating a computer assistance facility (microlab) to teach college level composition cover the following areas: resource materials on computers for teaching English; flexibility of microlab design; microlab software and hardware (microcomputers and printers); writing microlab manuals; research potential of the…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Software, Educational Facilities Design, Guidelines
Slatta, Richard W. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1986
Reviews database management software options for academic applications of pedagogy and research offering practical suggestions on choosing software. Software reviewed includes dBase III, Reflex, FYI 3000, Notebook II, AskSAM, Electra-Find, and Practicase. Program advantages, disadvantages, features, flexibility, and costs are discussed. A…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Costs, Database Management Systems