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Bracey, Gerald W. – Electronic Learning, 1987
Briefly reviews current research on the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and microcomputers. The Hawthorne Effect and research results for elementary, secondary, and college level students are discussed, courseware requirements are described, and research studies showing positive and negative effects of CAI are listed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Bruder, Isabelle – Electronic Learning, 1989
Reports on the results of a survey of the state departments of education of all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, that was conducted to determine trends in educational technology in elementary and secondary schools. Highlights include funding, computer literacy, teacher certification and training, and hardware and software…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Courseware, Educational Finance
Bracey, Gerald W. – Electronic Learning, 1988
Reviews two studies whose results indicate that students who share computers develop better work skills and social attitudes. One study, using eighth graders and a computer simulation, measured performance on worksheets and final exams. The second study used language learning via computer-assisted instruction to compare results on achievement…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Competition, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
McGinty, Tony – Electronic Learning, 1987
Information for this second annual survey of computer coordinators was compiled from 506 questionnaires completed by the educators most responsible for their school or district's computer programs. Issues addressed include salaries, budgets, part-time versus full-time positions, differences between male and female coordinators, and job…
Descriptors: Budgets, Computer Assisted Instruction, Coordinators, Elementary Secondary Education
Electronic Learning, 1987
Presents results of national survey of state departments of education which was conducted to provide an assessment of the level of interest in educational computing in elementary and secondary schools, as well as to learn about educational technology projects. Highlights include computer literacy, teacher training, and hardware and software…
Descriptors: Budgets, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs
Electronic Learning, 1989
Discusses the role of technology in education and presents 10 case studies of schools that have implemented technological solutions to curriculum objectives in kindergarten through eighth grade classrooms. Highlights include the role of the teacher; writing grant proposals; integrated learning systems; inservice training; curriculum models; local…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development
Bruder, Isabelle – Electronic Learning, 1988
Presents results of the annual survey of state education departments, which is conducted to provide an assessment of interest in and commitment to educational computing in elementary and secondary schools. Highlights include state funding; requirements for computer courses; hardware and software policies; additional technology usage; and teacher…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Educational Technology
