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Four Reports from Discussion Groups.
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Education and Computing, 1987
Lists key topics considered in four discussion groups at a working conference sponsored by the International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP) in 1987. Topics include effective teacher education; introducing new technology; teacher behavior; lack of software; simulation programs; program evaluations; and the information and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Discussion Groups, Educational Technology, Professional Development
Learning and Instruction with Computer Simulations.
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de Jong, Ton – Education and Computing, 1991
Discusses the use of computer simulations in an instructional context and emphasizes the need for learner support. The SIMULATE project (Simulation Authoring Tools Environment) is described, the concept of intelligent simulation learning environments (ISLEs) is explained, and a conceptual framework for articles included in this issue is presented.…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware
Why We Should No Longer Only Repair, Polish and Iron Current Computer Science Educations.
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Gruska, Jozef – Education and Computing, 1993
Describes shortcomings of computer science/engineering education and explains a new focus on informatics. Highlights include simulation, visualization, algorithmization, design of information processing models, parallel computing, a history of informatics, informatics versus physics and mathematics, and implications for education. (51 references)…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Science Education, Computer Simulation, Higher Education
Computers in Elementary Education.
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Teague, Marianne; And Others – Education and Computing, 1987
Three articles discuss various aspects of computers in elementary education: (1) the use of electronic information services with elementary students in Maryland; (2) the introduction of computers into classrooms with students aged 10-12 in Switzerland; and (3) the use of microcomputer-based simulation in the United Kingdom to encourage…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Databases, Developed Nations
Computers in Education.
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Shuker, Leon; And Others – Education and Computing, 1987
Three articles address different uses of computers in education. British inservice training for primary school teachers using microcomputer-based adventure software is described; fundings of two Canadian projects using computer teleconferencing are reviewed; and the use of computer-assisted instruction for primary school mathematics education is…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Simulation, Concept Teaching