Computers allow students to experiment with new projects in the history classroom. The Comparative Cities data file was used to explore the social impact of industrialization and urbanization in an undergraduate seminar. The data file can be adapted for high school students, but such a project has potential problems. (AM)

Argues that social studies teachers are information managers and that computers can help with this task. Demonstrates how an area database can be created using the PFS:FILE and PFS:REPORT programs. (RKM)

Presents an application of Hilda Taba's "Interpretation of Data Strategy" using a computer database example from the social studies. (JDH)

Describes some ways computers can help students develop thinking skills in the social studies. Emphasizes the use of data bases, simulations, and tutorials to teach thinking skills. Questions whether computers can do a better job of teaching students to think and reason than alternative methods. (RKM)

Argues that a democratic citizenry must be technologically literate and able to analyze data to make wise decisions. Illustrates how one Redmond, Washington, sixth grade social studies class used databases to show the changing nature of information and computer applications in social studies units. Stresses the relationship between information…