Early literacy skills, the basis of literacy skills, can be introduced to children through various stimuli and are supported by digital games with the increasing use of technology. This study aims to investigate the games children can download from the Play Store, which has high accessibility and allows them to play offline many times, regarding…

Self-regulated learning (SRL) is crucial for helping students attain high academic performance and achieve their learning objectives in the online learning context. However, learners often face challenges in properly applying SRL in online learning environments. Recent developments in artificial intelligence (AI) applications have shown promise in…

Reports on the pedagogical question of what can be done with the computer that is relevant to the mathematics curriculum. Five different modes of interaction between the computer and the students are proposed - (1) problem solving, (2) programed desk calculator, (3) simulation, (4) drill and practice, and (5) tutorial. (RP)

Efficiency of algorithms for evaluating polynomial expressions and an alternative method for evaluating Sf(x) eaxdx are discussed. (FL)

Offers 10 considerations for reading teachers or supervisors who are presenting computer oriented workshops. (RAE)

This report describes the development of an economically viable teaching system using a computer-based educational system. The PLATO system, used at the University of Illinois for the past nine years, is discussed. The authors report that by using newly-developed technological devices it is economically and technically feasible to develop…

This paper provides a prescriptive approach, i.e., a suggestion of what ought to be, the future of computer instruction in higher education. Discussed are: (1) computer capabilities and costs, in terms of hardware and software, and two major trends in computing that hold special promise for instruction with the computer: large centralized…

The problem of rounded numbers used in computations on digital computers is discussed and examples showing the effect of round-off errors are given. (DT)

Experiences in introducing computing into schools in Wexford, Ireland, are described. What went wrong is discussed in terms of lack of clearly defined objectives, teacher training, and relevance. Directions for future work and courseware trends are then discussed. (MNS)

Needs of college of education faculty for computer literacy are discussed. A definition of computer literacy is first given, followed by an example of how it was developed in the College of Education at the University of Minnesota. (MNS)