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Wilcox, Russell E. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Describes the design and delivery of a college course for information system students utilizing a Computer-Aided Software Engineering program. Discusses class assignments, cooperative learning, student attitudes, and the advantages of using this software in the course. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Van Weert, Tom J. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Describes the goals and results of the Informatics Stimulation Plan (INSP). Reviews inservice programs and school programs in vocational higher education, primary and special education and secondary education in the Netherlands. Suggests priorities for new policies of the Ministry of Education. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary 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
Gardner, John – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Describes and explains three varieties of information technology (IT): academic IT, vocational IT, and cross-curricular IT. Discusses teacher education and the use of IT. Provides recent trends in IT development in education. (MVL)
Descriptors: Academic Education, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education
McLean, Robert S. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Describes Ontario Ministry of Education efforts to provide microcomputer facilities for schools, facilitate software development, reinforce the ministry's philosophy of education, and stimulate the Canadian computer and software industry. Provides historical perspective and notes recent initiatives taken. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
