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Tannenbaum, Robert S. – Computers and the Humanities, 1987
Discusses the second session of a Vassar College workshop on computers and the humanities which focused on how to teach computing to humanists. Arguing for a holistic approach, the author outlines the material to be taught and how to teach it. Emphasizes ample hands-on training, and instruction in general computer principles not the specifics of…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computers, Higher Education, Holistic Approach
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Ide, Nancy M. – Computers and the Humanities, 1987
Discusses a Vassar College workshop and the debate it generated over the depth and breadth of computer knowledge needed by humanities students. Describes two positions: the "Holistic View," which emphasizes the understanding of the formal methods of computer implementation; and the "Expert Users View," which sees the humanist…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computers, Educational Philosophy, Higher Education
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Levy, Mike – Computers and the Humanities, 1997
Explores the degree to which Nancy Ide's "Expert User's View" and "Holistic View" on teacher education in humanities education can be substantiated in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL). Finds that most CALL courses are geared toward the expert user. Presents a rationale for a CALL course with a holistic orientation.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, English Instruction, Higher Education