ComputerTowns are local, volunteer organizations providing learning opportunities for interested individuals and fostering computer literacy. ComputerTown Menlo Park is currently being developed (with NSF funding) into a demonstration computer literacy project to disseminate the model to libraries and other institutions. Program…

Describes computer oriented programs at Grinnell College (Iowa), focusing on the kinds of equipment and their uses. Indicates that the classical liberal arts emphasis will be retrained while provisions are made for encouraging the growth of computer and quantitative literacy. (JN)

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)

Freshmen at Clarkson College of Technology (Potsdam, NY) will be issued a Zenith microcomputer. Every aspect of Clarkson's curriculum will be redesigned to capitalize on the new computing and word processing power. Students will pay $200/semester and a one-time $200 maintenance fee and will keep the computer when they graduate. (Author/JN)

Reports on a program designed to increase computer literacy of faculty and to help them incorporate the use of microcomputers into their classes. The approach included formal 2-week summer workshops and peer groups to facilitate development of discipline-oriented microcomputer applications. (JN)

Provides an annotated bibliography of 25 citations focusing on topics for teachers using computers in the elementary classroom and for researchers gathering background material for articles, grant proposals, and presentations. Topics include computer literacy, use of computers, turtle graphics (LOGO), research studies on computers, position…

Describes the computer literacy program at Vassar College. Included are discussions of the computer literacy program core course, literacy program follow-up courses, types of projects in which computers were used, role of the program coordinator, as well as comments on future endeavors (such as grant support for faculty/student computer…

Describes activities to foster computer literacy at Lyons Township High School (Illinois). Goals include computer literacy to be attained by all, computer competency for many in the problem-solving disciplines, and computer specialization for those interested in the computer per se. (Author/JN)

Highlights Pennsylvania Department of Education's initiatives related to school improvement and use of technology in education. These include computer literacy, financial aid to schools for innovative classroom projects, electronic mail services, teleconferencing, and technological applications within the department itself (such as word processing…

This report focuses on the status and future of computer technology in Massachusetts schools. The report is organized into four major sections. Introductory information is provided in section 1, followed by a framework (section 2) for viewing computer technology. This framework provides information on computer hardware components, computer…

The first of 18 papers in this collection is a committee report of a workshop held in Kansas City, Missouri, June 26-27, 1982, to consider instructional uses of computers in pre-college education and what colleges of education should be doing. In "Computer Education and Colleges of Education," J. Philip East provides an overview of the…

The University of Cincinnati provides a workshop as a first step to computer literacy for thousands of faculty and staff members. The workshop uses a microcomputer laboratory with 24 work stations and audiovisual equipment. The curriculum builds both computer knowledge and positive computer attitudes with high-interest, low-threat activities…

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 the educational and personal uses of microcomputers by children (as young as 3 1/2-years-old) and the types of programs they use, produce, and enjoy. Includes a list of practical tips on mastering computer literacy. (JN)

Discusses Pepperdine University's efforts to improve information technology literacy of its students/faculty, focusing on history of information technology at this mid-sized institution and its literacy commitment. Also discusses progress made on information technology initiatives, initiatives with a public orientation (including summer computer…