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Peer reviewedOrnstein, Allan C. – NASSP Bulletin, 1992
Six computer applications in education are word processing, computer-assisted instruction, computer-aided design, computer authoring systems, computer data systems, and computer storage. Computers may assist students with three learning stages: acquisition, transformation, and evaluation of information. Advances in computer programing, software,…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Peer reviewedRosenfeld, Barbara – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Described are various forms of Programmed, Inquiry, Learning, or Teaching (PILOT) language and how it can be used to help educators create low-cost high quality computer-assisted instruction. Advantages and disadvantages of PILOT are considered. (RH)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Download full textEllington, Henry – 1987
The first of three parts of this booklet, which assumes no previous knowledge of computers or programming, explains what computers are and briefly describes the components of a computer system. The second section examines the different ways in which the computer can be used in higher education, including its use: (1) as a "super calculator"; (2)…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Courseware
Peer reviewedSweetland, Robert D. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Presented are a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of teaching programming with several programming languages. Suggestions for language selection are included. Arguments for a Logo-Pascal computer curriculum are indicated. (RH)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development
Lawson, Stephen – 1990
The use of the modern computer has revolutionized the field of educational research. Software packages are currently available that allow almost anyone to analyze data efficiently and rapidly. Yet, caution must temper the widespread acceptance and use of these programs. It is recommended that the researcher not rely solely on the use of…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Research, Educational Researchers
Peer reviewedMandl, Heinz, Ed. – International Journal of Educational Research, 1988
Issues connected with knowledge acquisition through the development of complex computer programs--Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITSs)--are discussed. The components of such a system and its applications are considered, including: elicitation of knowledge, tutoring with incomplete/uncertain knowledge, self-improving tutoring systems, and…
Descriptors: Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewedLand, Bruce; LoPerfido, Allison – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1992
Computerized simulation of physical phenomena is a growing area of high-performance computing, providing a new approach to scientific discovery and offering creative, efficient, and effective alternatives to laboratory experiments for teaching graduate and undergraduate science. The technique is a very important scientific and instructional tool.…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
