Offers a number of generalizations about the extent and effectiveness of the use of computers by counselors. (JOW)

Examines the impact of new forms of communication technology on our concepts of literacy and literacies, particularly in relation to personal computer use, and argues that the unique quality of hypertext structure underlying computer-mediated communication, asynchronous and nonlinear, challenges many accepted notions of the nature and structure of…

It is the responsibility of business educators to play the major role in the successful implementation of microcomputers as a component of business education instruction. Utilizing microcomputers to their best educational advantage will depend on proper planning, research, evaluation, and staff development. (NRJ)

Reports the findings of a study of local education authority provision for adults with an interest in personal computing. (JOW)

Dedicated computers are designed to perform a specific function (such as check-out computers in supermarkets). Because software for these computers is either built in or housed in separate plug-in program modules, programming knowledge is not necessary. The use of these computers to help individuals master basic academic subjects is discussed.…

The author discusses the four assumptions of andragogy as stated by Knowles and gives implications these have for teaching adults to be microcomputer literate. (CH)

Suggests the growing use of computers to process information in today's world increases the human need for an interactive competency in writing and reading. The integration of instruction in reading and writing, particularly through use of word processors, is discussed as a way to strengthen this interaction. (MBR)

The factors that may determine the rate at which the technological and economic components of communications-based content distribution may come together with the cultural changes necessary for its widespread use are addressed. (MLW)

The factors that may determine the rate at which the technological and economic components of communications-based content distribution may come together with the cultural changes necessary for its widespread use are addressed. (MLW)

Reflects on the use of microcomputers in the schools, shares personal experiences with computers, and outlines a project to develop instructional software designed to promote the development of basic reading and writing abilities among illiterate adolescents and adults. (FL)

Discusses how microcomputers can effectively aid in the learning of filing and contribute to the overall computer literacy of students. (MOW)

Business educators can use microcomputers to incorporate the basics of computer literacy into their courses. These competencies include data and word processing, text editing, keyboarding, file organization, and basic mathematics. (SK)

Describes attributes of a good computer manual: it should clarify the expected expertise of its audience; use common terminology; provide installation instructions and sufficient high-quality "hands-on" tutorial instruction; list common errors and their corrections; contain an adequate index and a quick reference guide; and be pleasant to use.…

Describes the development and pilot testing of an interactive software lesson series designed to increase reading and writing abilities of illiterate adults and adolescents. Results of pilot studies of the High Quality Educational Program indicate the microcomputer approach to instruction combined with appropriate software offers a promising tool…

At Moreau Elementary School in South Glens Falls, New York, each microcomputer is placed on a tall, heavy-duty cart with shelves. All computer software is stored in the school library. The mobile computer labs and centralized software system have increased the school's instructional use of computers. (MLF)