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Pinney, Steven – Instructor, 1991
Describes the "kids2kids Writing Circle," a national electronic writing project inspired by an elementary teacher who interested his students in writing by sending their work to another class electronically. Information on necessary equipment, how to participate, and how to register with the electronic mail network is included. (SM)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Electronic Mail, Elementary Education
Fisher, Glenn – Instructor, 1983
Computerized word processing can be a valuable tool for writing instruction because the machines make it easier for students to properly revise and correct their work. Ways that teachers and students can use the machines are described, and problems, such as limited access to computer terminals and the necessity for students to type, are noted. (PP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Technology, Elementary Education, Learning Activities
Seifert, Patti – Instructor, 1994
Three elementary level publishing projects encourage students' writing skills. The first involves painting a poetry quilt. The second has students create stories through collage using the Image-Making within the Writing Process program. The third involves creating oral histories of older people and using computer software to conduct research. (SM)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Creative Teaching, Elementary Education
Gregory, Cynde – Instructor, 1994
Using story-writing to teach math gives students a chance to play with mathematical processes in a low-pressure way. By encouraging students to apply math concepts within a narrative, teachers can see how well students understand the concepts. The article presents five story-making activities to enhance mathematics skills. (SM)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
DeAmbrose, Eileen; And Others – Instructor, 1991
Three elementary teachers describe how they became involved in computer technology and the projects that caught their interest. One teacher used word processing to enhance students' writing abilities. Another used software to tailor learning to all levels. The third tried an international telecommunications program that allowed children to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Creative Teaching