Suggests ways that teachers and administrators can integrate the microcomputer into their schools, including (1) record keeping, (2) writing instruction, (3) tutoring aids, and (4) adapting tests to individual needs. (EL)

A survey of nursing faculty showed that 91 percent of nursing education programs had faculty members who had attended or participated in a conference on computers during 1983 and 1984. Other survey responses concerned computer applications integrated into nursing courses, required courses in computer technology, and computer-assisted instruction.…

Microcomputers are rapidly making their way into music education. Developments in music computer-assisted instruction are discussed, and computer software for music education is described. (RM)

To provide computer literacy training for its elementary and secondary schools, the Indianapolis city-wide school district is midway through a three-year, $10 million project involving the installation of more than 10,000 microcomputers linked by numerous local area networks. This program of coordinated resource sharing is described. (JN)

Discusses experiences in computer assisted instruction (CAI) at the Waterford School in Provo, Utah. Areas considered include long-term CAI projects, problems of conducting research in CAI, availability of computer expertise, availability of physical resources, and parental views of the programs at the school. (JN)

The steps of policy analysis are similar to those of any research project; however, they focus on problems, issues, and needs. Using the introduction of microcomputers in a school district as an example, these steps are explained. (MLF)

Examines current uses and future possibilities of computer graphics in chemical engineering, discussing equipment needs, maintenance/manpower costs, and plan to implement computer graphics into existing programs. The plan involves matching fund equipment grants, grants for development of computer assisted instructional (CAI) software, chemical…

Describes the characteristics of effective instruction as used in a computer assisted instructional program that has improved student attitudes and mathematics instruction in Bath County, Virginia Public Schools. (JW)

Describes approaches used by two school systems for developing a coordinated systemwide approach to instructional computing. Lists a set of innovative suggestions for school computer use, from kindergarten level through career preparation and teacher training. (TE)

Reports the use of computer-managed instruction in introductory undergraduate geology courses in order to provide increased individualized instruction in large class situations. (SL)

While California has frameworks defining what concepts are necessary for understanding science, math, history-social science, and other disciplines, there has been no such framework for technology. The framework presented in this paper proposes a strategy for thriving in a future that will be strongly influenced by technology. That strategy is…

Reviews the current state of computer assisted instruction and suggests future trends in computer use in education. Discusses methods of using computers in the educational process, research on effectiveness, educational research, applications of computers, major projects, programing languages, and problems with computer assisted instruction. (JR)

Computer-Assisted Management System for the Teacher (CAM) is a computer-managed instruction project of the Flowing Wells High School (Arizona). Statistical analysis indicates a significant increase in mean achievement scores on algebra tests using this method. (WM)

Describes individualized process whereby student proceeds at own rate with materials geared to his ability and, in part, to his media preference. Participation by both parent and student in decision making is also discussed. Presented at APGA, Washington D.C., 1969. (Author/CJ)

Children write computer programs to instruct each other. (MM)