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Peer reviewedWilson, David; Lavelle, Susu – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1992
Compared the effects of LOGO Computer-Aided Instruction (CAI), and a standard curriculum without computer exposure among grade three Zimbabwean children. No significant differences were found between the groups exposed to LOGO and to CAI, but both achieved significantly greater gains that the groups without computer exposure. Results suggest that…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedHaugland, Susan W. – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1992
Investigated the effects of developmental and nondevelopmental computer software on four- and five-year-old children's intelligence, creativity, and self-esteem. Also assessed the effect of supplementing developmental software with related activities. Children exposed to developmental software supplemented with activities had gains in more areas…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Peer reviewedOuyang, Ronghua; Shirey, Ruth – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1994
Provides an annotated bibliography of up-to-date information on computer technology for geographic education in elementary schools. Suggests that, if teachers are made aware of the available resources of sophisticated computer technology, they will be better able to face the challenges in geography education. (AA)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
Peer reviewedRowland, Karin L.; Scott, Diana – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1992
Discusses the promotion of language and literacy skills in young children through the use of computers. Describes specific courseware that can be used to develop vocabulary and writing skills. Includes sample lessons that demonstrate how courseware can be effectively integrated into a school curriculum and provides a checklist for teachers to use…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
