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Olds, Henry F. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Reviews desirable features that current word processing programs have that can be used to enhance writing instruction. Provides a list of programs in three categories: (1) idea processors; (2) enhanced word processors; and (3) word processors with graphics capabilities. Each entry includes publisher, hardware compatibility, current price, and…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Word Processing
Bernhardt, William; Kress, Michael; Lewental, Mark; Miller, Peter – Association of Small Computer Users in Education (ASCUE), 2004
Reading with a pencil in hand to mark-up a book or article, scribbling questions and notes (along with rude drawings in some cases) in the margins of a committee meeting agenda, marking a student's essay with a red pen--all of these are everyday activities for most faculty. It is hard to say exactly how much of what we do can be defined as reading…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Online Courses, Computer Uses in Education, Teaching Methods

Rada, Roy – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1989
Describes the components of a hypertext system and discusses possible applications from the model of hypertext as a writer plus reader phenomenon. The role of semantic nets is described within the context of both the writer and the reader, and the relevance of hypertext techniques to computer software and expert systems is discussed. (42…
Descriptors: Citations (References), Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Databases
Bullock, Donald W. – Computing Teacher, 1989
Describes ways in which teachers can use word processing software, including print utilities and desktop publishing programs. The production of parent letters, personalized form letters, worksheets, newsletters, awards, and certificates are described; improvements in communications and in teacher generated student materials are discussed; and…
Descriptors: Awards, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Desktop Publishing
Meeker, Michael W. – 1984
Working with a word processor changes writers' behavior. They compose more easily, less anxiously, and more prolifically. The word processor makes them want to sit down and write and makes them feel good about their writing. It does this by encouraging prewriting and invention, by providing a sense of control and mastery over the actual writing…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Editing, Language Skills
Sutton, Brett – Educational Technology, 1994
Describes developments in the production and use of literary texts in electronic formats. Highlights include electronic approaches to literature, including characteristics of electronic writing and literary scholarship; relevant technologies; authoring programs; Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML); sources of texts; and the production of…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Electronic Publishing
Solomon, Gwen – Electronic Learning, 1986
Discusses types of software most useful in social studies classes--games, simulations, and word processing, database, spreadsheets, and graphing--and introduces applications software through descriptions of four learning activities from different parts of the social studies curriculum: introducing databases, writing historical journals, tracking…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Peng, John; And Others – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses four applications of the microcomputer to the classroom: (1) a program listing of how to draw circles on the Apple II computers; (2) using a database to help write stories; (3) switching computers with others while writing stories to encourage creativity; and (4) a listing of a LOGO kaleidoscope program. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Creative Writing

Bahr, Christine M.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1996
This study compared the effects of two computer-based writing tools (text-based "FrEd Writer" and graphics-based "Once Upon a Time") on the story-writing skills of nine students (grades four through eight) with language-related learning disabilities. Group results did not clearly favor either tool; however, individual…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
Podany, Zita – 1989
This report focuses on the integration of computers in elementary and middle school instruction. Based on interviews and on-site visitations with teachers using computers in conjunction with their regular instruction, seven lessons are described: (1) desktop publishing for grades 4 and 5; (2) interpretive writing for any grade level; (3)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Desktop Publishing

Blackstock, Julia; Miller, Larry – Computers and Education, 1992
Explores children's systems of combining drawing, talk, and writing (i.e., symbol-weaving) with traditional media and with new information technology. Social aspects of writing are discussed, and new information technology is examined, including clip art software, word processing, graphics, color, hypermedia, CD-ROM, and microworlds. (23…
Descriptors: Childrens Art, Color, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics