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Anderson-Inman, Lynne; Zeitz, Leigh – Computing Teacher, 1994
Describes how to teach students to plan and write reports using software designed to facilitate information organization. Creating outlines and concept maps is discussed, examples are provided that use "Inspiration" software, and a list of software titles for outliners and concept mappers is provided. (Contains two references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Concept Mapping, Courseware, Outlining (Discourse)
Jaeger, Michael – Computing Teacher, 1988
Describes a study that examined the effects of various computer reinforcement responses, including graphics and/or sound, on students' attentiveness to the program. Implications for educational software design are discussed. (CLB)
Descriptors: Attention, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Habituation
Thomas, Rick – Computing Teacher, 1988
This discussion of the design of data files for databases to be created by secondary school students uses AppleWorks software as an example. Steps needed to create and use a database are explained, the benefits of group activity are described, and other possible projects are listed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Database Design, Database Management Systems
Jensen, Eric – Computing Teacher, 1991
Describes the Knowledge Gateway Project (KGP), a program that emphasizes intensive use of computer technology to help at-risk high school students. Teacher training in the use of Macintosh computers and appropriate software is discussed, self-paced lessons are described, and changes in student behavior are reviewed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Courseware, High Risk Students
Czerwinski, W. Peter – Computing Teacher, 1991
Describes the development of a computer lab for freshman high school students. Questions to consider when planning a computer environment are suggested; software and hardware selection is discussed; room arrangements are considered; issues related to buying and installing software are described, including site licensing; and the computer…
Descriptors: Classroom Design, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Courseware
Jagger, Alice; And Others – Computing Teacher, 1988
This description of the development of a courseware package for teaching international issues to secondary school students discusses components of the package, including databases, spreadsheets, a text, a teacher guide, tests, worksheets, and lesson plans. The steps involved in using one of the lessons are outlined as an example. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Databases, Global Approach
Avots, Juliette – Computing Teacher, 1994
Describes a project designed to help high school language students learn about French-speaking countries that uses HyperCard and telecommunications capabilities and can be adapted to other related curriculum areas. Highlights include cooperative group work using the Internet and creating HyperCard stacks. (three references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Cooperative Learning
Browning, Philip; And Others – Computing Teacher, 1986
Describes a courseware development project at the University of Oregon which explored use of interactive video with mentally disabled students to teach life enhancement skills. Discussion of the results of a pilot study of one of the modules includes information on student achievement and teacher and student reactions. (MBR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Courseware, Curriculum Development, Daily Living Skills
Mohnsen, Bonnie; Thompson, Carolyn – Computing Teacher, 1995
Describes the development of a bilingual, interactive computer program to assist high school students to learn and apply the biomechanical principles of movement. The program, using laserdisc video examples, covers 13 biomechanical topics and is accompanied by complete lesson plans that encourage students to analyze their own movements. (KRN)
Descriptors: Bilingual Instructional Materials, Biomechanics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development