Argues that new educational technologies change the meaning of words common to teacher vocabulary, especially words such as "classroom community,""knowing," and "coming to know." Points out that human senses used in learning are nullified if not assaulted by educational technologies. (DDR)

Reviews Dreyfus's writings about human cognition and artificial intelligence (AI), and explains some of the implications of his position, particularly in education. Topics include Dreyfus' critique of AI, representationlaism and expertise, technology and its role in instruction, computer-assisted instruction, and intelligent tutoring systems. (JKP)