Examines reasons for including microprocessors in school curricula. Indicates that practical work with microprocessors is not easy and discusses problems associated with using and constructing these control and processing devices of microcomputers. (SK)

Contends that the major use and promise of computer aided learning (CAL) lies in the provision of secondary teaching support such as simulations, interactive tutorials, and similar activities. Reviews the uses and benefits of CAL in demonstrations, experiments, exercises, and interactive tutorials. (ML)

This description of microcomputer-based laboratories (MBL) for science focuses on experiments with a motion detector by non-science majors at Tufts University. Exercises had been used previously with sixth grade middle school students, indicting the effectiveness of MBL for students with a wide range of abilities. (Author/LRW)

Describes direct and indirect voltage input techniques and their applications to voltage measurements with a microcomputer. Details circuitry that can be used for this with a gameport. Gives examples of circuit modifications, application of voltage measurement, and alternatives to this method. (CW)

Reviews three software packages: 1) a package containing 68 programs covering general topics in chemistry; 2) a package dealing with acid-base titration curves and allows for variables to be changed; 3) a chemistry tutorial and drill package. (MVL)

Research findings on college instruction and technology and the future are discussed in 15 papers from the first Regional Conference on University Teaching at New Mexico State University. Titles and authors are as follows: "Technology, Teaching, and the Future" (William F. May); "Bauhaus Experience: A Team Method of Teaching Technology" (Euguene…

Provides a rationale for computer assisted instruction for medical teachers. Discusses some benefits, potential problems, and sample structures of computer assisted instruction. Contrasts this type of instruction through the use of microcomputers as opposed to mainframes and gives examples of authoring systems for use in creating instructional…

Research findings on computer designed instruction and testing at the college level are discussed in 13 papers from the first Regional Conference on University Teaching at New Mexico State University. Titles and authors are as follows: "Don't Bother Me with Instructional Design, I'm Busy Programming! Suggestions for More Effective Educational…