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Ricks, John – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Points out that mainframe computer users today can make their requirements known to the computer in simple English. Provides a listing of fourth generation computer language advantages over third generation languages. Summarizes a program to streamline faculty records on a mainframe computer. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Languages, College Science, Computer Science, Computer Science Education
Corbett, Albert – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Discusses a research project that uses artificial intelligence techniques to help teach programing. Describes principles and implementation of the LISP Intelligent Tutoring System (LISPITS). Explains how the artificial intelligence technique was developed and possible future research. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science
Ali, Mahir; Perkins, Sharon – Technological Horizons in Education, 1987
Reports on a survey of universities in the United States which offer computer science graduate programs. Summarizes findings relating to the general attributes of responding universities, hardware and software resources, graduate student entry requirements, and courses of study. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
Bowman, Richard F. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
Proposes a faculty retreat as an opportunity to approach decision-making through consensus-building strategies. Identifies four decision-making stages and outlines techniques to be used at each stage. (JM)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Computers
Murphy, Brian; Bjorkquist, David C. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Describes a computer-training needs assessment conducted in a manufacturing company which was performed by students in an industrial education course at the University of Minnesota. Provides suggestions for educators in providing computer training to the private sector. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science
Johnson, James W. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Based on a survey of several thousand department heads and instructors in ten disciplines, eight conclusions regarding the current use of computers for instructional purposes are discussed. One conclusion appears to be that many schools make little or no use of computing in undergraduate instruction. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs
Freyd, Pamela; Kahn, Jessica – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Describes a master's degree program at the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. Discusses the development of the program, course offerings and graduate research opportunities. The program is designed to promote the use of computers as tools for education. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education
Bollerslev, Peter – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Describes a Danish program designed to provide future teachers with practical knowledge about information technology and the ability to assess the impact on schools and society. Discusses promoting the use of computers across the curriculum, Operation SKINFO (School in Information Society), video broadcasts, and problems that were encountered in…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Boyanov, Todor – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
Because of the widespread use of microcomputers in Bulgaria, informatics education for all college students is considered both possible and necessary. Uses of microcomputers in various disciplines are described, including those in mathematics/mechanics, the experimental sciences, and humanities. Brief comments on computer-assisted-learning and…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Scigliano, John A.; And Others – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Describes a system which emulates a face-to-face classroom where groups of students can participate online using standard low cost personal computer hardware at the student's location. Provides an overview, rationale, assumptions, design problems, and limitations of the program. Discusses alternative uses and evaluation of the technique. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science
Carlson, Elizabeth A.; Berger, Carl F. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Describes the Training Modules for Trainers (TMT) Project. Discusses the creation of competency-based materials, observing trainers at work and choosing a feasible model. Lists the titles and descriptions of TMT modules. Describes the purpose of the project as promoting the creative and productive use of computers as instructional tools. (CW)
Descriptors: Access to Computers, College Science, Competency Based Education, Computer Literacy
Tanner, Dennis F.; Bane, Robert K. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Examines the current development of computer compact disk storage devices (CD-ROM). Describes the basics of how the CD-ROM operates and identifies educational uses. Lists companies currently providing CD-ROM software and producing CD-ROM players. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software