The article discusses the flexibility of microcomputers in special education and presents answers to questions asked by parents and teachers on such aspects as needed training, quality of educational software, and guidelines for purchasing. A list of 25 sources of instructional courseware is included. (CL)

Special education implications of design issues in computer-assisted and computer-managed instruction are discussed. Reference is made to algorithmic and heuristic procedures, individual rate of learning, feedback, and instructional task hierarchies. (Author/CL)

A microcomputer program features the "Diagnostic Evaluation of Writing Skills" (DEWS), in which 41 criteria are provided representing most common types of errors. An evaluation of DEW'S diagnostic ability revealed its value as a means of selecting students in need of special remediation. (CL)

Describes microcomputer applications in three nutrition courses, Introductory Nutrition, Nutrition for Elementary Teachers, and Nutrition through the Life Cycle. Apple's Diet Analysis Program is used to make nutrient analysis stimulating and interesting. (SK)

An Annotated bibliography of selected articles from 1972-73 periodicals that provides the main point of the article, a synopsis, and a comment. (Author/WM)

A look at instructional applications of the computer, which have resulted in the development of many specialized high-level programing languages; each one aimed at providing effective access to the computer by the student, teacher, course author, and/or researcher. (Author)