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Download full textMorse, Ronald H. – 1991
The importance of using computers in a science education class is not limited to computer-assisted instruction (CAI). Computers may also be used as an educational strategy to improve overall learning and computer literacy in students. Research has shown an improvement in academic achievement in students using computers, as well as an increase in…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Databases
Peer reviewedSwadener, Marc; Jarrett, Karen – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Discusses the results of a survey on the usage of computers in secondary schools. Indicates that the majority of use was by computer classes; more staff development is needed for teachers of non-computer classes; and there is insufficient hardware and software available for non-computer classes. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science, Computer Uses in Education
Schweitzer, Harriet – Technological Horizons in Education, 1987
Describes a project in a New Jersey elementary school in which computers are being actively used in various facets of the curriculum. Provides recommendations on how to set up similar programs. Explains some of the uses of the word processing, spreadsheet, and database capabilities in instruction. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Peer reviewedCanham, Geoffrey W. Rayner – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Discusses some of the variables teachers should consider when selecting scientific word processing software. Briefly describes some of the attributes of 17 software packages that were developed to accommodate scientific formulae and chemical structures. Provides the names and addresses of the respective software producers. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemical Nomenclature, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews
Troutner, Joanne – Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
Lists recommended computer books published in 1985 and 1986. Categorizes the books as texts for teachers on the topic of computers in education, informational books for young children, and computer activity books. Provides an annotative listing including author, publisher, price, and an evaluation description. (TW)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy
Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
Reviews several computer software programs appropriate for educational use. Includes reviews of a graphic environmental operating system, a writers workshop, an exploration of an artificial intelligence program, and a microcomputer based laboratory (MBL) package. Provides information on hardware, grade level, purchasing, and strengths and…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews
