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Using Text Messages to Communicate with Patrons
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Konshak, Peter – Computers in the Schools, 2009
Text messaging is an ideal communications method for libraries, which often want to send short, concise messages to their patrons near and far. Uses for text messaging in libraries include reminders about items' due dates, hold pickup notices, program reminders, and even short messages of content. Some libraries are already using text messaging…
Descriptors: Computers, Public Libraries, Computer Uses in Education, Users (Information)
The Influence of Word Processing on the Revisions of Fifth Graders.
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Grejda, Gail F.; Hannafin, Michael J. – Computers in the Schools, 1991
Students in three fifth grade classes were pretested on identification and correction of errors in written composition. Instruction on revision was provided to instructional groups differing only in tools used for editing: paper and pencil, word processing, or a combination. Attitude questionnaire and posttest results indicated less positive…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Editing, Grade 5
To Nibble or to Byte: The Impact of Computers on the Skills and Attitudes of First-Year College Writing Students.
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Blau, Susan R.; Campbell, Patricia B. – Computers in the Schools, 1991
Two English composition classes of community college students followed the same syllabus, but students in one class were required to use a word processor. Data were gathered at the beginning and end of the semester through an attitude questionnaire and student writing samples. Results indicated improved writing skills and attitudes toward writing…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Comparative Analysis, Skill Development, Student Attitudes
Studies in Word Processing and Writing.
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Barker, Thomas T. – Computers in the Schools, 1987
Reviews studies that deal with word processing and writing. Areas covered include surveys of research on the effects of word processing on writing instruction; students' attitudes toward writing; composing behavior; collaborative writing; revising; and reading and writing, emphasizing screen design. Implications for instruction are then suggested.…
Descriptors: Collaborative Writing, Computer Assisted Instruction, Instructional Design, Literature Reviews
The Effect of a Word Processor on the Written Composition of Second-Grade Pupils.
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Jones, Ithel – Computers in the Schools, 1994
In response to national concern over declining standards in students' writing abilities, an increasing number of schools have adopted the use of word processors in an effort to increase literacy skills. The instructional effectiveness of word processors in 20 second-grade students was analyzed and it was found that computers facilitate improvement…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Futures (of Society), Grade 2
Technology in Middle School Reading Education: Opportunities to Transform the Classroom.
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Blanchard, Jay; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1995
Discusses the uses of multimedia, telecommunications, and word processing and desktop publishing in middle school reading education and examines three issues that affect teachers' opportunities to compete with popular culture's media: implementation, integration, and impact on achievement. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Desktop Publishing, Mass Media, Middle Schools
On and Off Computer Writing of Eighth Grade Students Experienced in Word Processing.
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Owston, Ronald D.; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1991
Students in four eighth grade communications arts classes wrote two stories--one using a word processor and one written manually. Participants' attitudes toward writing and editing were assessed. Stories were graded for overall competence, organization, support of ideas, and mechanics; a subsample received detailed analysis. Word processed stories…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Editing, Grade 8, Junior High Schools
Emerging Technology for Writing Instruction: New Directions for Teachers.
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Pan, Alex C.; Zbikowski, John M. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Explores teachers' perceptions about computer use in writing instruction. Topics include emerging computer technology, including telecommunications and hypermedia; evolution of software, including word processing, desktop publishing, and multimedia; issues related to implementing technology, including the teacher's role; and suggested learning…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Desktop Publishing
Information Management: A New Tool for a New Curriculum.
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Olds, Henry F., Jr. – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Presents several examples of models for applying data management computer programs to instruction from point of view of an imaginary student. Commentaries following each example speculate on virtues and possible shortcomings of each approach, with the intention of offering valuable perspectives for improved understanding of effective computer use…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Database Management Systems, Elementary Secondary Education
A Comparison of Student Revisions When Composing with Pen and Paper versus Word-Processing.
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Peterson, Sarah E. – Computers in the Schools, 1993
Examines the effects of word processing on high school seniors' writing and revisions of essay assignments. Length of papers, the impact of topic on the results, the effect of handwriting papers after computer composition, comparison of writing methods over time, and effects of typing ability and computer experience are discussed. (Contains eight…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Expository Writing, Grade 12
Assessing the Impact of Computer-Based Instruction: A Review of Recent Research.
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Roblyer, M. D.; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1988
This review of research on microcomputers and their impact on education highlights literature reviews and findings from 1975 to the present; meta-analysis issues and procedures; findings of research on instructional effectiveness; word processing; Logo; student attitudes and characteristics; and implications of these findings for computer use and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Computing and Information: Steering Student Learning.
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Hoelscher, Karen – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Describes the Minnesota Education Computing Corporation (MECC) Computing and Information Collection, a collection of software products for students in grades 4-12. These products are designed to support individual course content objectives and introduce and practice information literacy skills. Curriculum applications in language arts,…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Database Management Systems
Issues and Concerns in Special Education Microcomputing.
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Maddux, Cleborne D. – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Discussion of microcomputer use in public elementary schools focuses on the field of special education. Two main ways of using computers are described: (1) traditional uses, including administration, computer-assisted instruction, and assessment; and (2) new applications, including programming, word processing, simulations, and prosthetic aids…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Simulation