Many introductory computer science (CS) courses are intended to address the increased demand for computer literacy and the development of cross-cutting concepts and practices of computational thinking (CT). Colleges and universities offer introductory CS courses every semester toward this end. The issue is centered on how to support CT learning in…

The rapid changes in information technology in recent years have rendered current high school curricula unable to cope with student needs. In consequence, students do not possess the proper skills required in today's information era. Specifically, many students lack the skills to search efficiently for information. Moreover, even when abundant…

Describes a school that teaches novice microcomputer users the hows and whys of their complex, new, high-technology world. Courses offered range from basic levels assuming no computer literacy to advanced studies in programming. (Author/JN)

Though computer literacy has become a key educational issue of the 1980s, little attention has been paid to adults over the age of 25 who received their formal education Before Computers (B.C.). One-day seminars (developed at the request of the Smithsonian Institution) designed to satisfy this need are described. (JN)

A six-semester secondary school computer science education program is described. Major program objectives and brief course descriptions are provided. The first course is a one-semester course on basic computer literacy. (Author/JN)

When a core curriculum degree requirement in computer literacy was approved at Hardin-Simmons University (a small, private institution), a committee of faculty members developed the course specifications. They include a weekly one-hour lecture and a two-hour laboratory to achieve eight educational goals. These goals and the course format are…

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…

Results are presented from a faculty development project conducted at Reading Area Community College (RACC) to examine and organize the college's software holdings; prescribe support software for mathematics courses; create a computer literacy unit for the Foundations of Mathematics course; and view and describe RACC's mathematics videotapes. The…

A course syllabus and descriptive outline are provided for an introductory, three-credit college course at Lon Morris College, Jacksonville, Texas, covering logical operations and the development of basic algorithmic processes using the BASIC computer programming language. Overall goals, specific objectives, and a brief description of lesson…

Teaching computer literacy to preservice teachers is advocated. How such a component was added to a mathematics course for preservice elementary teachers at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles is described. (MNS)

Explains the integrated approach implemented by James Madison University, Virginia, in enhancing computer literacy. Reviews the changes in the mathematics courses and provides topical listings and outlines of the courses that emphasize computer applications. (ML)

Discusses teacher certification courses in computer education focusing on syllabus development and structure, involvement of the Royal Society of Arts (RSA), and course aims (including knowledge of computer uses in education). Also discusses pilot projects involving the new certification scheme. Additional information can be found in February 1981…

Intended to assist school districts in designing high school credit courses, preparing staff development activities related to computer utilization, and selecting and evaluating instructional software, this document offers outlines for the following student courses: (1) Introduction to Computers, a computer literacy course covering computer…

Introduces a computer curriculum designed specifically for a rehabilitation graduate program. Encourages rehabilitation educators to take a major role in preparing future leaders to work with this technology. Describes a curriculum consisting of two courses: a rehabilitation computing overview course and a research data processing course.…

Describes a compulsory computer education course for pre-service elementary and secondary teachers at the University of Calgary, Canada. Reviews the course content, laboratory topics, and provides an evaluative overview of the program's first year of implementation. (ML)