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Bruder, Isabelle; Chaffin, Ellen – Electronic Learning, 1989
Discusses present and future developments in the educational software industry for elementary and secondary schools. Topics discussed include problems with making software work on a variety of hardware; planning future development; the widespread use of Apple computers; MS-DOS machines; computer networks; and multimedia. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware, Educational Trends
McCarthy, Robert – Electronic Learning, 1988
Reviews the availability and use of educational software in elementary and secondary education. Topics discussed include the slow growth of software purchased by schools, programs that support the curriculum, word processing, tutorials, and trends toward networking and MS-DOS compatible software. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware, Curriculum Enrichment
McGinty, Tony; And Others – Electronic Learning, 1987
Discusses trends in educational software and the effects of new developments on publishers and on the computer industry. Marketing prospects for software are examined, and recent advances are highlighted, including integrated learning systems, skill-based software, software tied to textbooks, networking, and freeware. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware, Curriculum Development
Fleit, Linda H. – Electronic Learning, 1987
This discussion of the increasing use of computers in colleges and universities focuses on changes that are occurring as a result of such use. Highlights include library automation, the effects of microcomputers, the growth of networks, changes in software, budget considerations, administrative staffing patterns, and outlooks for the future. (LRW)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Budgets, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks
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
Mageau, Therese – Electronic Learning, 1990
Discusses the advantages of integrated learning systems (ILS)--i.e., networked computers running broad-based curriculum software with a management system that tracks student progress--and describes their evolution from programs primarily for Chapter 1 "at-risk" students to distributed networks for use by all students. Guidelines for…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware
