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van Deusen, Jean Donham; van Deusen, Robert M. – Principal, 1989
The computer is not just a teaching tool, but a teaching medium. Purchase of appropriate software to achieve worthwhile instructional goals is essential. There are several software titles for elementary school educators to consider seriously in mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. Included is a sampler of effective elementary…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Pogrow, Stanley – Principal, 1986
Outlines the principal areas in which computers have the potential for improving learning. These include: math remediation, vocabulary and language arts, enriching learning opportunities, helping the handicapped, and computer literacy. Includes discussion of areas to consider when planning basic computer programs. (MD)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computers, Disabilities
McCorduck, Pamela; Russell, Avery – Principal, 1986
Reports on a cross-country study of computers in education. Discusses software problems, program quality, pressures on schools to use computers in the classroom, the purpose of computer literacy, practical applications, and computers in higher education. Encourages schools to make more effective use of computers, despite various obstacles. (IW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
