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Hickey, M. Gail – Gifted Child Today (GCT), 1990
This article aims to help parents of gifted children plan children's experiences using home computers, select quality software, and decide when to expose children to more advanced computer training. Potential problems such as student feelings of isolation are discussed, as well as drawbacks of software emphasizing drill repetition over concept…
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Smith, David – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Discusses the trends in education toward computer equipment and computer assisted learning in England. Surveys some of the attitudes of educators and students toward home-based, computer-aided learning, hardware and software. Anticipates future developments in technology for education. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Peer reviewedDebenham, Jerry; Smith, Gerald R. – T.H.E. Journal, 1994
Discusses computer-aided instruction from home computers as an alternative or an adjunct to public school education. Topics addressed include the partnership between parents and schools; new roles for parents and schools; financial considerations; educational software; a program to help teachers develop their own software; and field testing in…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware
