These proceedings contain the papers and posters of the 15th International Conference on Mobile Learning 2019, which was organised by the International Association for Development of the Information Society and co-organised by the University of Applied Sciences, in Utrecht, The Netherlands, April 11-13, 2019. The Mobile Learning 2019 Conference…

Statistics indicate computer use is increasing in homes, schools, libraries, recreation centers, camps, and parks. However, the relative effects of computer use on children with ready access to computer-based technologies and on children who have only limited experience with such technologies is at question. The source of impact is the computer…

Account of the successful introduction of a microcomputer into an elementary school, which resulted in computer awareness throughout the school. The school is now involved in teaching programing with LOGO and BASIC, use of computer simulation, drill and practice lessons, and mini courses for teachers and students. (EAO)

A K-8 computer literacy program in Alexandria, Virginia, schools calls for the use of computers in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The history, concepts, process, and applications of computers are taught. Teachers also receive training in computer literacy in a course taught within the school system. (MLF)

This paper describes the way in which a child is introduced to LOGO, which is both a programming language and an environment or a way of thinking about computers and about learning. After a brief description of the devices used by LOGO, the process of acquainting a student with the system is explained. The strong anthropomorphization of components…

This two-year study explored the perceptions and roles of experienced elementary teachers (computer novices) as they learned and began using computer technology in their teaching. Results indicated participants' preferences for learning basic computer skills before integrating technology into the curricula, importance of seeing purpose in using…

This book was designed to help administrators, teachers, staff, parents, governing boards, teacher educators, and students to decide what children need to learn about computers and information handling; how these new objectives fit into the curriculum in mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies; how to use computers in classrooms;…

This practicum was designed to initiate the use of databases in an elementary setting. The primary goal was to establish a workable method to incorporate the use of databases and instruct teachers on how to use a sophisticated computer application. The peripheral goal was to transmit the newly-learned skills of the teacher to the students. A…

A study investigated the effect of microcomputer-assisted instruction on the acquisition of computer literacy by 86 fifth-grade students. Results indicate that the use of microcomputer-assisted instruction significantly improved the computer literacy of the students. (Authors/CJ)

Discusses the impact of microcomputer use on curriculum and instruction in the Hinsdale school district in Illinois during the first year of use. Data from teachers and administrators were gathered by means of questionnaires and interviews. (JJD)

THE FOLLOWING IS THE FULL TEXT OF THIS DOCUMENT: How does a school provide the computer learning experiences for students given the paucity of available funding for hardware, software, and staffing? Here is what one school, Emma W. Shuey in Rosemead, did after exploratory research on computers by a committee of teachers and administrators. The…

With the increasing presence of computers in the elementary school classroom, it becomes necessary that students know how to type. This article offers beginning typing lessons and games that teachers can use with their students. Particular typing and touch typing software available are also discussed. (JMK)

The purpose of this focused newsletter is to give teachers who know little or nothing of computers some background on which to base further investigation and decisions. It begins by explaining what a computer is and defining such terms as software, hardware, memory, input/output devices, and disk drive. The newsletter then outlines four major uses…

The first of two documents combined here provides a list of 105 computer awareness activities designed for use by classroom teachers in conjunction with the regular curricula. Activities appropriate for all grades are presented; wherever possible, the activities are described in their simplest forms, with the intention that they can be made more…

An annotated bibliography of books and magazines on computer literacy and programing in BASIC for elementary and junior high school students. Each entry includes title, author, publisher, date, price, and a short annotation.