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Nelson, Marguerite Hansen – Computing Teacher, 1994
Explains the use of experimental poetry forms for decoding practice to help develop reading skills in elementary school students. The use of computers for word processing capabilities is discussed; seven forms of poetry are described; and results are examined in terms of motivation and the development of literacy. (four references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Decoding (Reading), Elementary Education, Literacy
Kisner, Evelyn – Computing Teacher, 1984
Describes keyboarding, i.e., entering information on electronic equipment through use of a typewriter-like keyboard, and briefly discusses when it should be taught, who should teach it, and what level of keyboarding efficiency is needed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Business Education Teachers, Elementary Education, Input Output Devices, Microcomputers
Swenson, Carl – Computing Teacher, 1984
Presents three tenets for a computer course that blends a skills course centered on programing language and its uses and an awareness course focusing on computer literacy. The tenets suggest focusing on well-established aspects of computing, emphasizing concepts, and centering on computer applications. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Concept Teaching, Course Objectives
Brady, Philip – Computing Teacher, 1986
Proposes use of computer simulations to help students build reading comprehension skills, and describes an existing simulation which requires readers to interact with text to accomplish some purpose. Differences between teaching reading skills with simulations and the way they are traditionally taught, and future potential of reading simulations…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Futures (of Society)
van Deusen, Robert M.; Donham, Jean – Computing Teacher, 1987
Discusses classroom use of appropriate software to help teachers create a manageable environment to focus on thinking skills; presents software selection criteria; and discusses the teacher's role in questioning, and as a facilitator when computer software is in use. Ways in which teachers can encourage transfer of learning are reviewed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Software, Evaluation Criteria, Instructional Materials
Schiffman, Shirl S. – Computing Teacher, 1986
Presents rationale for including use of productivity tool software--database management systems, spreadsheets, graphics software, word processing--in classrooms and reviews appropriate strategies for introducing students to these tools. Discussion covers adaptability of these tools to various academic disciplines and illustrates how students…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy, Computer Software
Hawkins, Roberta Lea – Computing Teacher, 1994
Offers guidelines for presenting inservice technology training sessions for teachers. Topics discussed include engaging group activity; proper approaches to the necessity for change; relating technology to activities outside the classroom; practical skills that can be easily learned; allowing adequate time; and offering options versus demanding…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Change, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Ross, Patricia – Computing Teacher, 1995
Discusses the use of telecomputing in classrooms. Topics include telecomputing goals; use of the Internet; language arts and music FTP (file transfer protocol) sites; social studies FTP sites; science Telnet sites; social studies Telnet sites; skill building and learning processes; and instructional design. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, File Transfer Protocol, Instructional Design
Pohl, Virginia; Groome, Dana – Computing Teacher, 1994
Describes the use of "Happy Hands" instructional materials and techniques for grades K-3 develop keyboarding knowledge and skills for computer-assisted instruction. Color coding techniques are explained; the use of dictation is discussed; keyboarding games and software are described; and the development of writing skills through…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Software, Dictation