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Garland, Virginia E. – 1985
Arguing that the most effective types of managerial computer software for teacher use are word processing, database management, and electronic spreadsheet packages, this paper uses Apple Writer, PFS File, and VisiCalc as examples of such software and suggests ways in which they can be used by classroom teachers. Applications of Apple Writer that…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Database Management Systems, Elementary Secondary Education, Material Development
McCrary, Ronald G. – 1989
A discussion of computer software and courseware for second-language instruction outlines considerations for selecting software of various kinds and presents a list of selected computer programs. Suggestions are made for choosing text-specific software, non-text-specific software intended for language instruction, word processors intended for…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Media Adaptation
Winans, Glen T. – 1986
This paper presents a descriptive review of how the Provost's Office of the College of Letters and Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) implemented 330 microcomputers in the 34 academic departments from July 1984 through June 1986. The decision to implement stand-alone microcomputers was based on four concerns: increasing…
Descriptors: Administration, College Faculty, Departments, Environmental Influences
Download full textHurwitz, Dick – 1985
Designed to assist physical education teachers realize the benefits of microcomputer usage, this paper presents the case study of a hypothetical middle school teacher who utilizes Apple computers for record-keeping, planning, teaching, and coaching. The case study shows how the computers save time, assist in individualizing instruction, help…
Descriptors: Athletic Coaches, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Moon, Harry R. – 1983
A study examined the use of office technology and the changing role of the management supportive staff in the modern office. During the study, the researcher conducted prearranged, one-hour personal interviews with individuals responsible for supervising day-to-day activities of management supportive staff at 50 companies in 16 sites. The…
Descriptors: Data Processing, Educational Needs, Employer Attitudes, Employment Qualifications
Camp, William G. – 1983
While many aspects of high technology may be directly applicable in the vocational agricultural classroom, the primary thrust of high technology into such programs, at least in the short range, will be centered around the microcomputer. Because of its cost and availability, the microcomputer will continue to play an ever increasing role in…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy
