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Wilson, Thomas C., Ed. – 1987
Selected from presentations made at the 1987 conference of the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL), the 13 papers in this proceedings address topics related to computer applications, computer literacy, and software applications: (1) "Keys to Programming Success for College Students" (Henry S. Austin); (2)…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development
Kern, Alfred – ADE Bulletin, 1987
Recounts instances of computer use to teach English composition and poetry to college students and concludes that it is impossible to be a department chair these days without knowing something about a computer. (NKA)
Descriptors: Artificial Languages, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Wholeben, Brent Edward – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1987
Discusses the issues of ethics, equity, and values in the use of computers in education. Conceptual foundations of computer software are described; responsibilities of the software author, marketer, and user are reviewed; and the conflicts between personal property rights and individual liberty are explored. (LRW)
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Equal Education
Peer reviewedHancock, Chris – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1988
Described and critiqued are two ideas which have proven valuable in teaching programming at the introductory level, the mental model and the programming plan. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science, Computer Science Education
Download full textCobern, William W. – 1986
With the purpose of addressing the area of language choice in computer programming, this paper specifically addresses the use of BASIC as a language for secondary level students. Perspectives are offered on: (1) the role of computers in science education; (2) the differences in quality and intent of PASCAL and BASIC; (3) the role of a…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Peer reviewedYates, Daniel S.; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1990
Presents examples of using the computer to enhance teaching function evaluation using BASIC, Riemann sums using MAPLE computer algebra systems, and linear programing using MATLAB. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Becker, Henry J. – 1990
This report reviews student usage of microcomputers in schools and the effects of microcomputer use on their academic achievement. Data was collected using: (1) a national survey from the 1989 international "CompEd" survey of the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement; (2) a 1989 survey of teacher attitudes…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Roblyer, M. D., Ed. – 1986
Current issues in educational uses for microcomputers are addressed in this collection of 139 abstracts of papers in which computer literacy and practical applications dominate. Topics discussed include factors related to computer use in the classroom, e.g., computer lab utilization; teaching geometry, science, math, and English via…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedHawkridge, David – Computers and Education, 1990
Discusses several rationales for the use of computers in elementary and secondary schools, and describes differences in policies and needs in developing and industrial countries. Topics discussed include computer literacy; programing; computer-assisted instruction; student record keeping; administrative functions; industry's interests; cost…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Cost Effectiveness, Developed Nations
Peer reviewedSutherland, Rosamund – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1991
Discusses concerns for mathematics education research on algebra and requestions methods that focus on the Piagetian concept of cognitive obstacles. Suggests the use of computer-based environments to develop the concept of variable and offers research findings indicating that experiences working with variables in LOGO influences student…
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Dissonance, Cognitive Processes
