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Download full textSchwartz, Helen J. – 1991
A pilot program at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI), called the Twenty-First Century Citizen Scholars, explores and evaluates the pedagogy of computer conferencing in writing-across-the-curriculum and makes sure of equal access by students. The purpose of the project is to build intellectual coherence, reduce conflict…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Equal Facilities, Higher Education, Instructional Innovation
Broglie, Mary; Hare, Tom – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1992
Describes a collaborative research project in a tenth grade world history class which used a computer software product ("Aspects") in the school writing center to allow students to write collaboratively. (SR)
Descriptors: Collaborative Writing, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Cooperative Learning
Anderson, Peggy – Momentum, 1993
Narrates the establishment of a writing across the curriculum program at Totino-Grace High School in Minneapolis in cooperation with the University of Minnesota. Highlights current advances in networking the system via modems and the benefits to both the high school students and university researchers. (BCY)
Descriptors: Catholic Schools, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Cooperative Programs
Peer reviewedBresler, Liora – Journal of Mathematical Behavior, 1990
Presented are students perceptions of CMC, a computer system using PLATO to set up a communications link between students in high school. A close-up of the CMC community, perceived CMC characteristics, comparisons of CMC with other media, and CMC's impact on the school environment are described. (MDH)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Community Characteristics, Computer Networks, Computer Software
Peer reviewedKing, Kim M. – Teaching Sociology, 1994
Asserts that students learn more rapidly and retain knowledge longer when they take an active role in the learning process. Describes a college sociology course in which students regularly contribute to a "class journal" using electronic mail. Discusses problems and pitfalls of using computers for classroom discussion. (CFR)
Descriptors: African Culture, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Discussion (Teaching Technique)
Bell, Laura C.; And Others – 1991
The Lexington School for the Deaf (New York) has developed a program which involves deaf students in extensive writing within the science curriculum through utilization of a local area network of linked computers. The program is intended to counter the students' low science achievement and poor written language skills. Originally developed for use…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Networks, Deafness
Williams, Robert A.; And Others – 1990
The Illinois Rivers Project was developed as an integrated, multidimensional science/technology/society pilot project designed to introduce water quality dimensions into Illinois high schools. The project involved high school science, social science, and English teachers in an integrated study of their local river and community. Science students…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Cultural Influences, Curriculum Development
