In their Research Commentary, Kitchen and Berk (2016) argue that educational technology may focus only on skills for low-income students and students of color, further limiting their opportunities to learn mathematical reasoning, and thus pose a challenge to realizing standards-based reforms. Although we share the concern about equity and about…

Mobile-assisted language learning (MALL) is attracting a great deal of attention at present (Stockwell & Sotillo, 2011). However, it is important that teacher and researcher exploitation of technological developments be guided by more than just enthusiasm. "Language Learning & Technology's" commitment to empirical studies is admirable but, for…

If business education is to be the front runner in teaching information processing, classroom teachers must be given equipment, training, and encouragement. Then business teachers can successfully help students meet the challenges of the revolution taking place in the business world. (JOW)

The author cautions that far from being an educational panacea, computers may actually be frustrating or even harmful for children with visual problems, including difficulties with visual-tactual development, visual attention span, and nearsightedness. A coordinated program implemented by education and clinicians is advocated. (CL)

Examines how instructors in traditional classrooms can equip their students to take part in a culture saturated with and negotiated by technology. (TB)

Describes special considerations to be accounted for by evaluator of computer assisted instruction (CAI) materials, outlines a recommended approach to formative evaluation of CAI (one-to-one evaluations, small group evaluations, field tests), and offers suggestions to evaluators of CAI concerning how process can be simplified. Five references are…

Argues that virtual reality provides new ways to engage students in literature classes, particularly in the creation of virtual spaces from fiction. (TB)

Describes DePauw University's attempt to make the teaching of world civilizations more interesting by using the computer. Elaborates on specific simulations used and what student reaction was. Concludes that in this instance, computer simulation was a key to student motivation. (BSR)

Lists some criteria that should be considered before purchasing any computer-based training product or service. Points out some negative economic ramifications that result from not consulting this or a similar list of criteria. (CT)

Gives historical background of the achievement of Ellis Page and his attempt to create a means by which computers could be used for analyzing and evaluating student writings. Provides critical reception of the original studies by Page. Discusses three current computer approaches to the task of evaluating student writing. (HB)

The paper examines the way preschool children with handicaps interact with and make their response to computer programs, suggesting that the most important factor ensuring successful computer use is finding the most appropriate method of computer access. Difficulties with software programs are noted, including problems with scanning. It is…

Discusses possible reasons for the lack of reported uses of computers with adult learners as well as ways computers have been or could be used within reading and writing in adult education. (JOW)

Reviews several objections to the use of computers in the English classroom, then describes three English programs. (FL)

Looks at a number of features to consider when choosing a computer for classroom use. (FL)

Gives five major reasons why the widely-predicted "computer revolution" in education will not occur: (1) economic considerations, (2) difficulties of producing adequate software, (3) lack of teacher preparation, (4) nature of educational system, and (5) limiting nature of the technology itself. (EKN)